Miele professional PW 6055 Vario User manual

Operating and installation instructions
for washer-extractor
PW 6055 Vario
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed and used for the
first time. M.-Nr. 09 757 290
en-GB

Disposal of the packing
material
The packaging is designed to protect
the machine from damage during
transportation. The packaging materials
used are selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also
reduces the amount of waste in landfill
sites.
Disposing of your old machine
Electrical and electronic machines
often contain valuable materials. They
also contain materials which, if handled
or disposed of incorrectly could be
potentially hazardous to human health
and to the environment. They are,
however, essential for the correct
functioning of your machine. Please do
not therefore dispose of it with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice. Ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
Energy saving tips
Energy and water consumption
–Water consumption and energy
usage are determined by the size of
the load.
To make the most out of your
machine load the maximum dry load
for the programme you are using.
Detergent
–Do not exceed the amounts of
detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.
– Reduce the amount of detergent for
smaller loads.
When drying with a tumble dryer
Selecting the highest possible spin
speed for the wash programme will
save energy when drying in a tumble
dryer afterwards.
Caring for the environment
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Caring for the environment..........................................2
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6
Operating the washer-extractor .....................................13
Control panel .....................................................13
Before using for the first time.........................................13
Display ..........................................................14
Operating a wash-salon machine .....................................16
Notes and tips on laundry care .....................................17
1. Sort the laundry .................................................17
2. Load the drum ..................................................18
3. Select a programme .............................................18
Garment care label symbols .........................................19
Short instructions ................................................20
Select a programme...............................................24
Selecting/changing a programme .....................................24
Saving a favourite programme .......................................26
Extras ..........................................................27
Pre-wash ........................................................27
Starch stop.......................................................27
Rinse hold .......................................................28
Intensive* ........................................................28
Water plus* ......................................................28
Timer ...........................................................29
Spinning ........................................................30
Maximum final spin speed...........................................30
Rinse and interim spin ...........................................30
To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ..................................30
To omit the spin between rinses and the final spin .....................30
Contents
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Changing the programme sequence .................................31
Programme sequence ..............................................31
Anti-crease ....................................................31
To interrupt a programme ...........................................31
To cancel a programme ............................................31
To alter a programme ..............................................31
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................32
Detergent .......................................................33
Water softeners ...................................................33
Washing with several components ....................................33
Colour run and dye removers/dyes ....................................33
Fabric conditioners, liquid starch and starch formulations ..................34
Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at
the end of a programme ..........................................34
Adding fabric conditioner or liquid starch separately ...................34
Adding starch separately .........................................34
Adding starch separately using Starch stop ..........................34
External dispensing system..........................................35
Empty sensor ..................................................35
Cleaning and care ................................................37
Cleaning the machine ..............................................37
Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................39
Problem solving guide ............................................40
The programme does not start .......................................40
A fault message appears in the display ................................41
General problems .................................................42
An unsatisfactory wash result ........................................43
The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the abutton ...............44
To continue a programme after an interruption to the power supply ..........44
Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or
power failure .....................................................45
Contents
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After sales service ................................................48
PC / Optical interface...............................................48
Optional accessories ...............................................48
Installation and connection ........................................49
Front view........................................................49
Rear view ........................................................50
Installing the machine ..............................................51
Installation surface.................................................52
Removing the transit bars ...........................................52
Re-fitting the transit bars ............................................54
Levelling the machine ..............................................54
Screwing out and adjusting the feet .................................54
Securing the machine to prevent it slipping ...........................55
Washer-dryer stack ................................................56
Installation on a raised plinth .........................................56
Payment system...................................................56
Plumbing ........................................................57
Connection to the cold water supply ................................57
Connection to the hot water supply .................................58
Water drainage ...................................................59
Dump valve version .............................................59
Machines with a drain pump ......................................59
Electrical connection ...............................................60
Single phase AC 230 V - country variant .............................61
Technical data ...................................................62
Contents
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This machine complies with current safety requirements.
Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and
damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine,
please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first
time. They contain important information on its safety, use and
maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that they are
made available to new users. They must be made aware of these
warning and safety instructions.
Pass them on to any future users/owners of the machine.
Correct application
~Only use the machine to wash items which are specified by the
manufacturer to be machine-washable on the wash-care label, and
textiles composed of hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics as
well as satin, lace, silk and other hand-washable garments. Any
other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use of
the machine.
~This machine must be used as described in these operating
instructions and must be checked on a regular basis to make sure it
is functioning correctly. Maintenance must be carried out when
necessary.
~This machine is not intended for outdoor use.
Warning and Safety instructions
6

~This machine can only be used by people with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if
they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it
in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of
incorrect operation.
~Children 8 years and older may use the machine unsupervised
only if they have been shown how to do so in a safe way and
recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
~Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the machine
unsupervised.
~Please supervise children in the vicinity of the machine and do
not let them play with it.
~It is the operator's responsiblity to ensure that the standard of
disinfection in thermal as well as chemo thermal procedures is
maintained (in accordance with local authority regulations) by
carrying out suitable validation tests. Disinfection programmes must
not be interrupted, as this can have a limiting effect on the
disinfection result.
~This washing machine is supplied with a special lamp to cope
with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp
must only be used for the purpose it is intended for. It is not suitable
for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele
authorised person or the Miele Service Department.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
~Before setting up the machine, check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install or use a damaged machine.
~The electrical safety of this machine can only be guaranteed
when correctly earthed. It is most important that this standard safety
requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the electrical
installation tested by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held
liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g.
electric shock).
~Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the
user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. If this is not
done, any resultant damage will not be covered by the guarantee.
Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after
maintenance or repair work has been carried out.
~Do not make any alterations to the machine, unless authorised to
do so by Miele.
~The machine must be isolated from the electricity supply in the
event of a fault and during installation, maintenance and repair work.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~This machine must only be connected to the on-site water supply
using a new hose kit. Old hoses must not be re-used. Check the
hose regularly for signs of wear. Change in good time to avoid the
risk of leaks and subsequent damage.
~Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety
standards of the machine be guaranteed.
~Do not connect the machine to the mains electricity supply by an
extension lead or a multi-socket adapter. These do not guarantee
the required safety of the machine (e.g. danger or overheating).
~If this machine is being used in a commercial environment please
ensure that all relevant health and safety regulations are obeyed.
~This machine must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
on a ship).
~Please observe the instructions in "Installation and connection"
and "Technical data".
~The socket must be easily accessible after installation in order to
disconnect the washing machine from the electricity supply.
~For hard-wired machines, the all-pole isolator provided on-site
must be easily accessible after installation in order to disconnect the
washing machine from the electricity supply.
~In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its
surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which
may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered
by the guarantee.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
~The maximum load of dry laundry for this machine is 6.5 kg. See
the "Programme chart" for the maximum recommended loads in
individual programmes.
~Do not install your machine in rooms where temperatures below
freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability
of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below
freezing point.
~Before using the machine for the first time, check that the transit
bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on
"Installation and connection"). During spinning, a transit bar which is
still in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent
furniture or appliances.
~Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of
time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the
immediate vicinity.
~Flooding danger.
If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water can
drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make
sure the drain hose is secure, so that the force of the water flowing
out of the hose does not dislodge it.
~Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins,
paper clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry.
These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds
container, drum), which in turn can result in damage to the laundry.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine
should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale
the machine only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents
and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. A special
descaling agent is available to order from your Miele Dealer or the
Miele Spare Parts Department.
~Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning
agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being
washed in the machine.
~Never use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing
benzine, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component
parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and
explosion hazard.
~Benzine, petrol, paraffin, or any easily flammable liquid must not
be stored or used near the machine. Fire and explosion risk!
~Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for
use in a washing machine. Always observe the manufacturer's
instructions carefully.
~Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which
can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in
this machine.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Avoid contact of stainless steel surfaces (front, lid, casing) with
liquid cleaning and disinfecting agents which contain chlorine or
sodium hypochlorite. These agents can have a corrosive effect on
stainless steel.
Aggressive vapours containing chlorine bleach can also be
corrosive. Do not store open containers of these agents near the
machine.
~Do not use a high pressure cleaner or hose to clean the machine.
~It is particularly important to observe the manufacturer's
instructions when using a combination of cleaning agents and
special application products. Products must only be used for
applications approved by the manufacturer to avoid any material
damage or the occurrence of strong chemical reactions
Accessories
~Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by
Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product
liability claims will be invalidated.
~A Miele tumble dryer can be stacked on top of a Miele washing
machine using the appropriate stacking kit (available as an optional
accessory).
~If installing the machine on a Miele plinth, (available as an
optional accessory), please make sure you order the right one for
this washing machine.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Control panel
aDisplay
See the following pages for more information.
bShort cut buttons (keys)
For selecting an individual washing programme quickly. These buttons can be
re-programmed to select your favourite wash programmes instead of the
pre-set ones.
cStart button
dPC/Optical interface
This is used by Miele service technicians during servicing work for testing
purposes.
eMulti-function selector
This is used to select menu options (by turning it) and to confirm your selection
(by pressing it).
fOn-Off button s
To save energy, the machine will switch off automatically 15 minutes after the
end of the programme/anti-crease phase or after being switched on, if no other
selection is made.
gabutton
Opens the machine door.
Before using for the first time
Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it is correctly installed
and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain
filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of leaks during use.
Commission the machine as described in the separate booklet "Commissioning,
Programme chart and Settings" supplied with the machine.
Operating the washer-extractor
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Display
Entry menu
1 Cottons Uni. 60°C Programme selection...
2 Minimum iron 40°C Settings F...
3 Delicates 40°C
4 Woollens H30°C 10:00
When the machine is switched on, the entry menu (with four
favourite programmes listed) appears and Programme
selection is highlighted.
Multi-function selector
Turning the multi-function selector moves the highlighting to
the next option.
Pressing the multi-function selector selects the highlighted
option.
Short cut buttons
Pressing a short cut button selects one of the four favourite
programmes shown on the left of the display.
If you wish to change the programmes shown in this list you
can do so (see "Saving a favourite programme" for more
information).
The short cut buttons have different functions in the other
menus. Where this is the case, an arrow Hwill appear in the
display above the short cut button, together with a
description of its function .
Programme selection
There are two ways of selecting a programme:
–Option 1: Select Programme selection from the display and
press the multi-function selector.
–Option 2: Press short cut button D,E,For G.
This will automatically take you into the main menu for that
programme.
Operating the washer-extractor
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Programme selection menu
Programme
selection
Cottons Hygiene V
Cottons Uni.
Minimum iron
Delicates H
You can use the multi-function selector to select any pro-
gramme. The highlighting will move up or down depending
on the direction the multi-function selector is turned in.
The HVarrows on the right of the display, indicate further
options.
Pressing the multi-function selector takes you to the main
menu of the programme selected.
Wash programme main menu
Cottons Uni. 60°C 1400 rpm
Duration: 0:47 h
Extras
H
Timer Y
H
Back A
H
Turn the multi-function selector to highlight programme,
temperature or spin speed. Pressing the multi-function
selector selects the highlighted option and opens the relevant
sub-menu.
The sub-menus Extras and Timer can be accessed by
pressing the short cut button directly below them.
To go back to the entry menu press short cut button G
below the word Back.
Alternatively, you can also highlight and confirm all options by
just using the multi-function selector.
Settings menu J
The Settings menu is used for altering standard settings. See
the separate booklet supplied with the machine for further
information on how to alter settings.
Operating the washer-extractor
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Operating a wash-salon machine
The entry menu will vary depending on the Control setting
selected.
The machine is operated either with the short cut buttons
D,E,F,Gor the multi-function selector.
WS shortcut keys, basic
1 Cottons Uni. 60°C
2 Minimum iron 40°C
3 Delicates 40°C
4 Woollens H30°C
4 programmes are available to choose from. To specify which
programmes are available go to the Settings/supervisor level
menu.
WS shortcut keys + Logo
M
PROFESSIONAL
30°C
H
60°C
H
95°C
H
More
H
12 programmes are available to choose from. To specify
which programmes are available go to the Settings/
supervisor level menu.
Operating the washer-extractor
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1. Sort the laundry
^Empty all pockets.
,Foreign objects (e.g. nails,
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
damage to textiles and to
components in the machine.
Removing marks
^Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should
be cleaned as soon as possible,
preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages
should be carefully dabbed off using
a soft, colourfast cloth. Do not rub.
Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated
with liquid detergent, stain removers
etc. first, following the manufacturer's
instructions. With particularly stubborn
stains ask your dry cleaner for advice.
,Do not use solvent-based
cleaning agents in this machine.
Sorting laundry
^Sort the laundry by colour and by
care label. Most garments have a
textile care label in the collar or side
seam.
Dark textiles often contain excess dye
and should be washed separately
several times before being included in
a mixed load. Always wash whites and
coloureds separately.
Notes and tips on laundry care
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General tips
–Curtains: Remove lead weights first
or place in a laundry bag.
–Underwiring and collar stiffeners:
Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar
stiffeners, etc. should be removed or
sewn in.
–Knitted garments, trousers and
jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn
inside out, if recommended by the
manufacturer.
–Close any zips, fasten hooks and
eyes etc before washing.
– Fasten duvet covers, pillow cases
etc. to prevent small items from
being rolled up inside them.
– See "Programme chart" in separate
booklet supplied with the machine for
further tips.
Do not wash any items in this machine
which are specified by the
manufacturer as not washable on the
care label (hsymbol).
2. Load the drum
^Switch the machine on with the On/
Off button K.
The interior drum lighting will come
on.
^Press the abutton and open the
drum door.
^Unfold the laundry and load loosely
into the drum. Mixing both large and
small items gives better wash results
and also helps distribute the load
evenly during spinning.
The most efficient use of energy and
water is achieved when a full load is
washed. However, do not overload as
this causes creases and reduces
cleaning efficiency.
^Shut the door with a gentle swing.
,Make sure that no items are
caught between the door and the
drum.
3. Select a programme
^Select the most appropriate program-
me for the load being washed.
See "Programme chart" in the separate
booklet supplied with the machine for
details of which programmes are
available.
Notes and tips on laundry care
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Garment care label symbols
Washing
The figure quoted in the bucket is the
maximum temperature the garment
can be washed at. The number of
bars under the symbol indicates the
level of agitation permitted.
9No bar under the symbol: =
normal agitation
4One bar under the symbol: =
reduced agitation
cTwo bars under the symbol: =
much reduced agitation
/Hand wash (if no temperature
is specified, use the lowest
temperature or cold)
hDo not wash
Drying
The number of dots indicates the
drying temperature
qNormal temperature
rLow temperature
sDo not tumble dry
Ironing
The number of dots indicates the
ironing temperature
Iapprox. 200°C
Happrox. 150°C
Gapprox. 110°C
JDo not iron
Professional cleaning
fDry clean only. The letters
indicate the type of cleaning
agent required.
p
wProfessional Wet Clean only
DDo not dry clean
Bleaching
xAny oxidising bleaching
agent can be used
{Only use an oxygen based
bleach or a non-chlorine
bleach
zDo not bleach
Notes and tips on laundry care
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,It is very important to read the
"Notes and tips on laundry care"
section before proceeding.
ASort the laundry
BLoad the drum
^Switch on the machine.
The interior drum lighting will come on.
^Open the drum door.
^Unfold the laundry and load loosely
into the drum.
,Make sure that no items are
caught between the door and the
drum.
^Shut the door with a gentle swing.
Short instructions
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