Miele Pw 6101 Operating Instructions

							Operating Instructions
Washer
PW 6101
PW 6131
PW 6161
PW 6201
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
beforeinstalling or use.UV
M.-Nr. 06 578 520
 
						

							IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operating panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1. Turn on the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2. Sort and load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Maximum dry laundry weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3. Add detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4. Select a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5. Select wash options (if needed). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
6. Select Delay Start (if needed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
7. Adjust the program (if needed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
8. Start the program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9. End of program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Canceling a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Canceling a locked program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Skipping program cycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Program sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
KInformation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Program end with water in the drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Program stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Program Guide Standard Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Washing using the program card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Card only operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Extra features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Language selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Optional modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Liquid dispensing system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Peak load cutoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
PC Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Load size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cleaning and Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
After each use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Frequently asked questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power failure - Emergency door release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Fault messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Contents
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							After sales service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Guide to the data plate symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Installation instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Help to protect the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Removing the shipping struts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Connecting the water intake / water drain hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Quick Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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							,WARNING
Read all instructions before installation or
use to prevent injury and machine
damage.
This washer-extractor is only intended for
laundry which has not come in contact
with flammable substances.
Dry cleaning solventsmust notbe used
in this machine. Such solvents could
cause a fire or explosion.
This appliance conforms to all uniform
safety codes and regulations. The
manufacturer cannot be held responsible
for damage or injury caused by improper
use of this appliance.
All personnel working with this machine
must be fully trained in its use and safety.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND
REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY
Correct usage of the washer
Do not wash articles that have been
previously cleaned, washed, soaked or
spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents,
organic oils or other flammable substances.
These articles give off vapors that could
ignite or explode. Do not add these items to
the wash load.
CAUTION: Fire hazard!
Do not store or use gasoline, gasoline-
based substances or any easily flammable
materials near the machine. Do not use the
top of the washer as a storage area.
Do not store any chemicals (liquid
detergents, wash aids) on the top of the
washer. The chemicals could damage the
surface. Spilled chemicals must be
immediately washed off with a wet sponge.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot
water system has not been used for such a
period,  turn on all hot water faucets and let
the water flow from each for several minutes
before using the washing machine. This will
release any built-up hydrogen gas. Do not
smoke or use an open flame during this
time, the gas is flammable.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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							Electrical Safety
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the
event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric
shock by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current.
Repairs to electrical or steam appliances
should only be carried out by a Miele
authorized technician in accordance with
local and national safety regulations.
Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or
machine damage. The manufacturer cannot
be held responsible for unauthorized work.
Do not repair of replace any part of the
appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in these
operating instructions. Contact Miele’s
Technical Service Department for
assistance.
Do not damage, remove, or bypass any
of the safety features and controls of the
washer.
Do not operate a machine with an
electrical fault until repaired.
Only use the washer if all panels are
properly in place.
The washer is only completely isolated
from the electrical supply when the
circuit breaker has been tripped or the
power main shut off.
Do not use force to open the washer
drum door. The door handle is equipped
with an extra safety mechanism to guarantee
that the door remains locked.
Faulty components must only be
replaced with genuine Miele spare parts
to guarantee the safe operation of this
machine.
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							Use
Do not let children play in, on or near the
washer. Do not let them play with the
controls or operate the unit. Close
supervision of children is necessary when
the appliance is used near children.
The drum door glass will be hot when
washing at very high temperatures. Do
not touch the glass.
Do not reach into the appliance if the
drum is moving.
Do not drink washer water! Harmful
residues could be present.
Chlorine or agents containing chlorine
are corrosive and may cause permanent
damage to components of the machine.
Always follow the instructions of the
chemical manufacturer when using
cleaning agents and special application
chemicals. Only use such chemicals for the
purpose and in the situation specified by the
manufacturer. This will prevent the danger of
adverse chemical reactions and material
damage.
If in doubt, check with the manufacturer to
be sure that the product is suitable for use in
this machine.
Dyes, dye removers and descaling
agents may only be used in this machine
if the manufacturer states they are suitable
for use in a washing machine. Always
observe the manufacturer’s instructions
carefully.
Fabric softeners may be used with this
machine. Follow the manufacturers
instructions.
Do not use high pressure cleaners to
hose down the washer.
Check the hoses regularly for leaks to
prevent water damage.
Do not tamper with
the controls.
Additional information
Disinfecting and cleaning agents often
contain chlorides (salts) which can
cause steel surfaces to rust. To protect the
machine from rust damage, only use
chloride free disinfecting and cleaning
agents for washing/disinfecting and for
cleaning the machine. If you are not sure
about an agent contact Miele’s Professional
Division. If you accidentally spill an agent
containing chloride on the machine it should
be rinsed off with water and dried with a soft
cloth.
The manufacturer of the washer does not
take responsibility for the effect of the
chemical on the laundry or the machine
when a chemical cleaning agent is
recommended on technical application
grounds.
Keep the area around the machine clean
and free of debris.
Before the appliance is removed for
service or discarded, remove the door.
The interior of the machine should be
cleaned periodically by a qualified
service agent.
Using accessories
Only use genuine Miele accessories. If
other parts are used, guarantee,
performance and product liability claims
may become void.
Ensure that any one operating this
machine is familiar with these safety
instructions.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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							aDetergent compartments
Pull the handle to open the flap.
bControl panel
cEmergency Stop button
Pressing the red button turns the machine
off.dDrum door
eDoor handle
Pull the door handle to open the drum door.
Do not use force.
The door handle is equipped with an extra
safety mechanism to guarantee that the door
remains locked.
Guide to the washer
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							Operating panel
aDisplay*
1 Hot Wash 194 °F
2 Cottons 140 °F
3 Cottons Intensive 140 °F
iFC A
The display will go into standby mode
10 min. after a program is started. The
display will fade. The circle illumination of
thehStart button lights up. By touching
any operating button or the jog shuttle the
display will switch back on (exception:
power failure or emergency stop button
used).
bControl keys
The control keys have different functions
depending on the machine status. The
functions are shown in the display above
each button.
If programed to Button allocation direct, the
first 6 programs from the program list can be
selected directly with the control keys 1 to 6.
chStart button
The circle illumination flashes if a selected
program can be started. To start a program
press the Start button. Once a program has
started the Start button can be pressed to
show the original display.
*  Contents in the display will vary with
program offering.dOptical interface PC
The optical interface on the machine’s
control panel provides the connection point
for data transfer between the machine’s
controls and a PC.
eJog shuttle
Turnthe jog shuttle to display selections
and input fields.
Pressthe jog shuttle to confirm display
selections or changes.
fCard reader
For card operation. Washing programs can
be uploaded and downloaded for the
machine on the program card. The
programs on the card can be used to
operate the washer.
gI On button
Turns the machine on.
h0 Off button
Turns the machine off.
iEmergency Stop button
Only use in case of an emergency.
Press the red button to turn the machine off.
After clearing the danger, turn the button
clockwise to unlock it.
PresshStart again to continue the
interrupted program.
Guide to the washer
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							Control keys
^Press once to activate the function, press
again to deactivate the function.
iManual operation
(Used by Miele Service Technicians)
See the Programming manual.
FCFunctions
Press this key to temporarily select another
language and/or access the operator level.
ABack to the previous display
+iBlock plus
The respective program block, e.g. prewash,
will be added to the program.
mStarch Stop
Press this button to stop the program and
allow starch to be added to the laundry.
kSpin Stop
Press this button if a final spin is not required
after the final rinse.
mDelay start
Press this key to select a start time in the
display.
KInformation
To show program information
fStop/Finish
Press to stop a selected program or to end
an already stopped program.
qDrain
üSkip
Cycles of a program in progress can be
skipped or repeated.e/-Following or previous line
SSave
See the Programming manual.
$Program locked
If a program is locked it cannot be stopped
or ended with the Off-button after 1 minute.
)Program unlocked
ßDispensing
äDispensing not available
\Operating data
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							1. Turn on the washer
^Open the on-site water valves (and the
supply valves for steam, if relevant).
^Turn on the electrical supply at the mains
(on site).
^PresslOn to turn the washer on.
The welcome screen shows.
PROFESSIONAL
PW 6xx1
Welcome
Then the program list is shown. The program
started last is highlighted.
1 Hot Wash 194 °F
2 Cottons 140 °F
3 Cottons Intensive 140 °F
iäFC A
2. Sort and load the laundry
^Empty all pockets.
Foreign objects left in pockets (e.g. nails,
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
damage to clothes and the machine.
^Sort the laundry.
^Only wash fabrics according to their wash
care label.
^Open the drum door by pulling the handle.
^Load the laundry loosely into the drum.
To prevent fabric damage, check that
laundry will not be caught in the closed
door.
^
Close the drum door with the handle.
Do not swing the door shut.
Use
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