Miele PG 8130 U User manual

Operating instructions
Commercial dishwasher
PG 8130 U / PG 8130i
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to
the appliance, it is essential to read these
instructions before it is installed and used for the
first time.
en - CA
M.-Nr. 10 777 610

Contents
2
Notes about these instructions............................................................................ 5
Guide to the machine............................................................................................ 6
Machine overview.................................................................................................... 6
Control panel........................................................................................................... 7
Display functions..................................................................................................... 8
Correct application ............................................................................................... 9
Warning and Safety Instructions........................................................................ 11
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ 17
Energy-saving dishwashing................................................................................... 18
Commissioning.................................................................................................... 19
Opening the door .................................................................................................. 19
Closing the door.................................................................................................... 19
Child lock............................................................................................................... 19
Basic settings........................................................................................................ 20
For commissioning purposes, you will need: ........................................................ 22
Reactivation salt.................................................................................................... 22
Filling the salt reservoir..................................................................................... 23
Salt refill indicator............................................................................................. 23
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 24
Adding rinse aid ...............................................................................................24
Rinse aid indicator............................................................................................ 25
Loading the commercial dishwasher ................................................................ 26
Tips........................................................................................................................ 26
Loading examples ................................................................................................. 28
FlexAssist .............................................................................................................. 30
Upper basket......................................................................................................... 30
Adjusting the upper basket ..............................................................................33
Lower basket......................................................................................................... 34
Cutlery ................................................................................................................... 37
Cutlery basket (depending on model) ..............................................................37
Operation.............................................................................................................. 38
Detergent............................................................................................................... 38
Changing detergent.......................................................................................... 40
Adding detergent................................................................................................... 41
Turning the machine on ......................................................................................... 42
Selecting a program .............................................................................................. 42
Starting a program ................................................................................................ 42
Time display .......................................................................................................... 43

Contents
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Energy management ............................................................................................. 43
Program end.......................................................................................................... 44
Switching off.......................................................................................................... 44
Unloading the dishwasher..................................................................................... 44
Interrupting a program........................................................................................... 45
Changing a program.............................................................................................. 45
Program options: ................................................................................................. 46
Options.................................................................................................................. 46
FlexiTimer with EcoStart ....................................................................................... 47
Program guide ..................................................................................................... 50
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... 54
Service................................................................................................................... 54
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................... 54
Cleaning the door and the door seal..................................................................... 55
Cleaning the door front ......................................................................................... 55
Cleaning the spray arms........................................................................................ 56
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................... 57
Cleaning the filters................................................................................................. 57
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ 59
Technical problems ............................................................................................... 59
Faults in the water intake or water drain ............................................................... 61
General dishwasher problems............................................................................... 62
Noises.................................................................................................................... 63
Poor cleaning results............................................................................................. 64
Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 67
Cleaning the water intake filter .............................................................................. 67
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve..................................................... 68
After sales service............................................................................................... 69
Contact in case of a fault ...................................................................................... 69
Program updates .................................................................................................. 69
Optional accessories .......................................................................................... 70
Electrical connection .......................................................................................... 71
Removing the toe kick........................................................................................... 72
Plumbing .............................................................................................................. 74
The Miele Waterproof system................................................................................ 74
Water intake .......................................................................................................... 74

Contents
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Connecting the water drainage system................................................................. 76
Technical data...................................................................................................... 77
Settings menu...................................................................................................... 78
Opening the Settings menu................................................................................... 78
Language........................................................................................................... 78
Time of day............................................................................................................ 79
Water hardness ..................................................................................................... 80
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ 81
External dispensing ............................................................................................... 81
Temperature unit.................................................................................................... 82
High-temperature final rinse.................................................................................. 82
EcoStart................................................................................................................. 83
Networking ............................................................................................................ 85
Miele@home .......................................................................................................... 85
2nd interim rinse.................................................................................................... 89
Brightness ............................................................................................................. 89
Memory ................................................................................................................. 89
Refill indicators...................................................................................................... 89
Check filters .......................................................................................................... 89
AutoOpen .............................................................................................................. 90
Software version.................................................................................................... 90
Demo mode........................................................................................................... 91
Factory default settings......................................................................................... 91
Closing the Settings menu .................................................................................... 91

Notes about these instructions
5
Warnings
Information which is important for safety is highlighted
like this. This alerts you to the potential danger of injury to
people or damage to property.
Read these warning notes carefully and observe the
procedural instructions and codes of practice they
describe.
Notes
Notes contain information that requires particular attention.
They are highlighted by a thickly framed box.
Additional information and comments
Additional information and comments are contained in a
narrow frame.
They are not imperative for the operation of the commercial
dishwasher.
Operating steps
Instructions on how to operate the commercial dishwasher
are identified by special marked operating prompts which
explain the procedure step by step.
Each operating step is indicated by a black square bullet
point.
Example:
 Select the desired setting and press the middle button to
confirm.
Display
Information that is shown in the commercial dishwasher
display appears in a special font similar to the display text.
Example:
When the message End or AutoOpen appears in the
display ....

Guide to the machine
6
Machine overview
aUpper spray arm (not visible)
bCutlery tray (depending on model)
cUpper basket
dMiddle spray arm
eAir inlet for drying
fLower spray arm
gFilter combination
hData plate
iRinse aid reservoir
jDual-compartment detergent
dispenser
kReservoir for reactivation salt

Guide to the machine
7
Control panel
aProgram selection
bDisplay
cOption buttons
dStart button with indicator light
eArrow buttons
fOKbutton
gbutton (FlexiTimer) with indicator
light
hProgram selection button 
i On/Off button

Guide to the machine
8
Display functions
General information
The display is used to select or set the
following:
– The program
– The FlexiTimer (Delay start)
– The Settings menu
The display can show the following:
– The current time of day
– The program stage
– The estimated time left for the
program to run
– Any relevant fault messages and
information
To save energy, the dishwasher
switches off after a few minutes if you
do not press any buttons during this
time.
Press the button to switch the
dishwasher back on.
Settings menu
The Settings menu is used to change
different configurations within the
dishwasher. The Settings menu is
accessed by pressing the button.
The arrows on the display indicate that
further options are available for
selection. You can use the arrow
buttons next to the display to select
further options as appropriate.
The OK button is used to confirm a
message or setting and also to move to
the next menu or another level.
The option which is selected will have a
check  next to it.
To exit a sub-menu, use the arrow
buttons to select the Back option and
confirm with OK.
While setting the time, no buttons are
pressed for a few seconds, the display
will revert to the previous menu. You will
then have to enter your settings again.

Correct application
9
This commercial dishwasher 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 commercial dishwasher,
please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They
contain important information on its safety, installation, use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.
 This commercial dishwasher with its short program run times and
powerful cleaning performance is intended for commercial use in
offices, lunch rooms, clubhouses, small businesses, active kitchens
and other similar commercial environments.
It is also suitable for use in domestic households and in similar
residential environments, for example by customers in hotels,
motels, bed and breakfasts, on farms and other related
establishments.
 The commercial dishwasher is subsequently referred to as a
dishwasher in these operating instructions.
Glasses, cutlery and dishes are generally referred to as dishes when
not more specifically defined.
 This dishwasher is not intended for continuous use.
 This dishwasher is not suitable for cleaning medical devices and
laboratory glasswares.
 The dishwasher is suitable for high temperature sanitizing
(according Provincial Food Code) at 82°C with a holding time of
15s.
 This machine is designed exclusively for use as a “dishwasher” for
cleaning dishes, glassware and cutlery as described in these
instructions. Any other use, conversions and modifications are not
permitted and could be dangerous.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or
improper use or operation.
 This dishwasher is intended for stationary, indoor use only.

Correct application
10
 The special inserts are to be used for their specific purpose only.
 This dishwasher 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.
 The dishwasher is equipped with a special bulb to cope with
particular conditions (e.g., temperature, moisture, chemical
resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special bulb must
only be used for the purpose for which it is intended, i.e. the lighting
of the wash cabinet. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement
bulbs may only be fitted by a Miele authorized person or by Miele
Service.

Warning and Safety Instructions
11
Correct installation
 Do not install the dishwasher in areas at risk of explosion or
freezing.
 Extra care must be taken before and while installing the
dishwasher. Some metal parts pose a risk of injury/being cut.
Wear protective gloves.
 To ensure the stability of undercounter dishwashers, these units
may only be installed beneath a continuous countertop that is bolted
to adjacent cabinetry.
 In order to reduce the risk of damage from condensation, the
furniture in the area around the dishwasher should be designed for
commercial use.
 The door springs must be evenly adjusted on both sides. They are
correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left half
open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the door
cannot fall open. The dishwasher must only be operated with
properly adjusted door springs.
Technical safety
 This dishwasher must only be installed, commissioned, repaired
and maintained by Miele Service, a dealer or a suitably qualified
service technician. Installation, repairs and maintenance work by
unqualified persons could be dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable
for unauthorized work.
 This dishwasher must only be operated by appropriately trained
personnel. They must be instructed and trained regularly.
 Before using the dishwasher, check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not use a damaged dishwasher. This could be
dangerous!

Warning and Safety Instructions
12
 In the event of a damaged or leaking dishwasher, switch off the
power supply immediately and call Miele Service, a Miele dealer or a
suitably qualified service technician.
 Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can Miele
guarantee the safety standards of the appliance.
 The electrical safety of this machine can only be guaranteed when
correctly grounded. 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 grounding system
(e.g., electric shock).
 Be sure to follow the installation instructions in this manual and in
the installation diagram.
 Before connecting the appliance, ensure that the connection data
on the data plate (voltage, frequency and fuse rating) match the
mains electrical supply.
 There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher.
Danger of overheating if the dishwasher were to be pushed up
against a plug, as the niche width can be too small. See “Electrical
connection”.
 Do not connect the dishwasher to the electricity supply via a
multi-socket unit or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the
required safety of the machine (e.g. danger of overheating).
 Do not open the casing of the dishwasher. Any contact with live
connections or tampering with the electrical or mechanical
components of the dishwasher will endanger your safety and may
lead to machine malfunctions.

Warning and Safety Instructions
13
 The dishwasher must not be used if the electrical connection
cable is damaged. A damaged connection cable may only be
replaced by a specific connection cable of the same type. For safety
reasons, such replacements may only be carried out by a qualified
technician, a Miele dealer or the Miele Service.
 The dishwasher must be disconnected from the electrical supply
before any maintenance or repair work is carried out.
 The plastic housing of the water connection contains two
electrical valves. The housing must not be immersed in liquids.
 There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose. Do not shorten
the water inlet hose, even if it is too long.
 The integrated Waterproof system offers protection against water
damage, provided the following conditions are met:
– Installation has been carried out correctly
– The dishwasher is properly maintained and parts are replaced in
case of noticeable damage
– The tap has been turned off during longer absences (for example,
vacation)
The Waterproof system will work even when the dishwasher is
switched off. However, the dishwasher must remain connected to
the electricity supply.

Warning and Safety Instructions
14
Correct use
 This dishwasher is designed for operation with water and cleaning
agents suitable for use in dishwashers only. Organic solvents and
flammable liquid agents must not be used.
This could cause an explosion, damage rubber or plastic
components in the dishwasher and cause liquids to leak out of it.
 Only use cleaning agents formulated for use in dishwashers.
Unsuitable cleaning agents could adversely affect components of
the dishwasher or the items being cleaned.
 You could injure yourself on the open dishwasher door or trip over
it. Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily.
 Do not sit, stand or lean on the opened door. This could tip or
damage the dishwasher.
 After any plumbing work the water pipework to the dishwasher will
need to be vented. If this is not done, components can be damaged.
 Please be aware that the dishwasher may be operating at high
temperatures. When the door is opened there is a danger of burning
or scalding! Dishes, cutlery, baskets and inserts must be allowed to
cool down before they are unloaded. Any water remaining in
containers could still be very hot. Empty them into the wash cabinet
before taking them out.
 The water in the cabinet must not be used as drinking water.
 Pre-treating items (for example with dishwashing liquid and other
detergents) as well as some types of soiling and some detergents
can cause a build-up of foam in the wash cabinet. Foam can have an
adverse effect on the cleaning result.
 Foam escaping from the wash cabinet can cause damage to the
dishwasher. If foam escapes, the program must be cancelled
immediately and the dishwasher must be disconnected from the
electrical supply!

Warning and Safety Instructions
15
 When using detergents and specialized products, it is essential
that the manufacturer's instructions are followed. Detergents must
only be used for the purpose they are designed for and in the
situation specified, to avoid such dangers as serious chemical
reactions and material damage (e.g. oxyhydrogen explosion).
 Avoid inhaling powder detergents! Do not swallow detergents!
Detergents can cause chemical burns to nose, mouth and throat.
Seek medical help immediately if you have inhaled or swallowed any
detergent.
 Miele cannot be held liable for any effect chemical detergents may
have on the material of the items being cleaned. Observe the
detergent manufacturer's instructions with regard to storage
conditions, use and dosage.
 To avoid material damage and corrosion, do not allow any acids,
chloride solutions or corrosive iron materials get into the wash
cabinet.
 Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease
or paint in the dishwasher. These materials will cause damage to the
dishwasher.
 Do not clean the dishwasher or near vicinity with a hose or a
pressure washer.
 Ensure that the stainless steel outer casing of the appliance does
not come into contact with solutions or steam containing acid to
avoid any corrosion damage.
 Be careful when sorting items with sharp pointed ends and
positioning them in the commercial dishwasher that you do not hurt
yourself or create a danger for others. Position them so they cannot
cause injury.
 Remove any coarse food deposits and empty out any containers
or utensils before loading them in the commercial dishwasher.

Warning and Safety Instructions
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Safety with children
 Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the dishwasher.
Never allow children to play with the dishwasher. There is a danger
that children might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
 Younger children must be kept away from the dishwasher unless
they are constantly supervised.
 Under certain circumstances, children may only use the
dishwasher if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner.
Children must be able to recognize and understand the potential
risks of improper use.
 If the automatic door opening mechanism is active, keep young
children away from the area in which the door opens. There is a
danger of injury in the unlikely event of a fault with the opening
mechanism.
 Keep children away from process chemicals! Process chemicals
contain ingredients which can cause burning in the mouth or throat,
or inhibit breathing. Keep children away from the dishwasher when
the door is open. There could still be residual process chemicals in
the dishwasher. Seek medical advice immediately if a child has
swallowed or inhaled any process chemicals.
Accessories
 Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by
Miele. If other parts are used, warranty, guarantee and/or product
liability claims will be invalidated.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance
with these Warning and Safety instructions.

Caring for the environment
17
Disposal of the packaging
material
The cardboard box and packaging
materials protect the appliance during
shipping. They have been designed to
be biodegradable and recyclable.
Recycling the packaging reduces the
use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also the
amount of waste.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials,
compounds and components which
were essential for the proper
functioning and safe use of the
equipment. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Therefore, please
do not dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or
Miele in order to dispose of and recycle
electrical and electronic appliances.
Miele assumes no responsibility for
deleting any personal data left on the
appliance being disposed. Please
ensure that your old appliance is kept
away from children until removal.
Observe safety requirements for
appliances that may tip over or pose an
entrapment hazard.

Caring for the environment
18
Energy-saving dishwashing
This dishwasher is exceptionally
economical in its use of water and
electricity.
For best results follow these tips:
– Make full use of the baskets without
overloading the dishwasher. This
results in the most economical
dishwashing.
– Choose a program that best suits the
degree of soiling and the type of
dishes being washed.
– Select the ECO program for energy-
saving dishwashing. This program is
the most efficient in terms of its
combined energy and water
consumption for cleaning dishes with
a normal level of soiling.
– Follow the detergent manufacturer's
recommendations on detergent
dosage.
– When using powder or liquid
detergent, you can use 1/3 less
detergent if baskets are only half full.

Commissioning
19
Opening the door
At the end of programs with a drying
phase (see “Program overview”), the
door will slightly open automatically in
order to help the drying process.
This function can be deactivated, if
preferred (see “Settings, AutoOpen”).
To open the door, reach under the
door grip and pull.
Open the door completely to re-
engage the door closing mechanism.
If the door is opened during operation,
all functions are automatically
interrupted.
Water in the dishwasher may be
hot. Danger of scalding!
Only open the door during operation
if absolutely necessary and exercise
extreme caution when doing so.
Keep the area around the door
free of obstructions.
Closing the door
Push the baskets in.
Push the door until it clicks shut.
Risk of crushing!
Do not put your hand inside the door
as it is closing.
Child lock
Use the child lock to prevent children
opening the dishwasher door.
To lock the door, push the slide
underneath the door grip to the right.
To unlock the door, push the slide to
the left.

Commissioning
20
Basic settings
Turn the dishwasher on with the 
button.
The welcome screen will appear when
the dishwasher is turned on for the first
time.
Language
The display will change automatically to
the screen for setting the language.
Use the  arrow buttons to select
the language you want and also the
country, if appropriate, and confirm
your selection with OK.
See “Display functions” for more
information about the display and
controls.
A check will appear next to the
language that has been set.
Time of day
The display will then change to the
screen for setting the time.
The current time of day must be set
before you can use the “FlexiTimer”
programming option.
You can also show the current date and
time in the display.
Use the arrow buttons to set the
hour and confirm with OK.
Then set the minutes and confirm
with OK.
Keeping the arrow buttons
pressed will increase or decrease the
time automatically.
The display will then change to the
screen for setting the clock display.
Select whether or not the time of day
should appear in the display and
confirm your selection with OK.
If you have selected DisplayOn,
confirm the message about higher
energy consumption with OK.