Miele PW 6055 Plus User manual

Operating and installation instructions
for washer-extractor
PW 6055
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. 07 017 060
en-GB

Disposing of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation.
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure that they
are offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old machine
Electrical and electronic machines
often 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 or it
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre, and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person.
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.
–If smaller loads are washed using the
Cottons programmes, the automatic
load recognition system will reduce
the amount of water, time and energy
used.
Detergent
–Do not exceed the amounts of
detergent recommended by the
manufacturer on the packaging.
–Reduce the amount of detergent for
smaller loads.
Caring for the environment
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Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Disposing of the packing material ......................................2
Disposal of your old machine .........................................2
Energy saving tips ..................................................2
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating the washer-extractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Control panel .....................................................10
Displays .........................................................11
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
How to wash correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Brief instructions ..................................................15
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Final spin speed ..................................................19
Rinse and interim spin ...........................................19
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Altering a programme ..............................................27
Cancelling a programme ............................................27
Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started ................27
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Water softeners ...................................................29
Washing with several components ....................................29
External dispensing system .......................................29
Contents
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Fabric conditioners and liquid starch ..................................30
Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry at
the end of a programme ..........................................30
Colour run and dye removers / dyes ................................30
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning the water inlet filters ........................................33
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
What to do, if.....................................................34
The programme does not start .......................................34
General problems .................................................35
An unsatisfactory wash result ........................................36
The drum door cannot be opened by pressing the abutton ...............37
Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or
power failure .....................................................38
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
PC / Optical interface...............................................41
Optional accessories ...............................................41
Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Front view........................................................42
Rear view ........................................................43
Installation on a raised plinth .........................................44
Washer-dryer stack ................................................44
Payment system...................................................44
Installation surface.................................................45
Installing the washer-extractor........................................45
Removing the transit struts ..........................................45
Re-fitting the transit struts ...........................................47
Levelling the machine ..............................................48
Plumbing ........................................................49
Connection to the cold water supply ................................49
Connection to the hot water supply .................................50
Contents
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Connection to drainage .............................................51
Machines with a drain pump ......................................51
Dump valve version .............................................51
Electrical connection U.K. ...........................................52
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Changing default settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Settings menu J. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
To open the Settings menu ..........................................56
Language J......................................................57
Suds cooling .....................................................57
Display contrast / Brightness.........................................58
Standby .........................................................58
Memory .........................................................58
Temperature unit ..................................................58
Settings/Supervisor level menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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This machine conforms to 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 new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner.
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
or operation.
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
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowldege, unless they
have been given supervision or
instruction concerning its use by a
person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
Keep children away from the
machine at all times. It is not a toy!
To avoid the risk of injury do not allow
children to play on or near it or to play
with its controls. Supervise its use by
the elderly or infirm, and supervise
children whilst you are using it.
Older children may only use the
machine if its operation has been
clearly explained to them and they are
able to use it safely, recognising the
dangers of misuse.
For machines with a 'porthole'
door, remember that the porthole
glass will be hot when washing at very
high temperatures
Do not let children touch it.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
Before setting up the washing
machine, check it for any externally
visible damage.
Do not install or use a damaged
machine.
Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and connected
load) match the mains electricity
supply. If in any doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
The electrical safety of this
machine can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between
the machine and an effective earthing
system which complies with current
local and national safety regulations. It
is most important that this basic safety
requirement is present and regularly
tested, and where there is any doubt
the household wiring system should be
inspected by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Do not connect the machine to the
mains electricity supply by an
extension lead. Extension leads do not
guarantee the required safety of the
machine (e.g. danger of overheating).
Unauthorised repairs could result
in unforeseen dangers for the user,
for which the manufacturer cannot
accept liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved ser-
vice technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
machine until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
In the event of a fault or for
cleaning purposes, the machine is
only completely isolated from the
electricity supply when:
–it is switched off at the wall socket
and the plug is withdrawn, or
–it is switched off at the mains, or
–the mains fuse has been withdrawn,
or the screw-out fuse removed (in
countries where this is applicable).
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.
If the connection cable is faulty it
must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
In countries where there are 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 caused by cockroaches or
other vermin will not be covered by the
machine guarantee.
Warning and Safety instructions
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If this machine is being used in a
commercial environment please
ensure that all relevant health and
safety regulations are obeyed.
This machine may only be used in
mobile installations such as ships if
a risk assessment of the installation has
been carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
Correct application
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"). 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.
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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
bStart button
cPC / Optical interface
This is used by service technicians to run diagnostic checks on your machine
and can also be used to update programming data in the future.
dMulti-function selector
This is used to select menu options (by turning it) and to confirm your selection
(by pressing it).
eabutton
Opens the machine door.
Operating the washer-extractor
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Displays
Entry menu
The machine is on standby if the display remains dark when
you switch the machine on. Press the multi-function selector.
Welcome
Please select
Programme selection... Language F...
The entry menu will appear with Programme selection
highlighted. Press the multi-function selector. The
Programme selection menu will appear.
Programme selection menu
Cottons Hygiene 95°C Minimum iron 40°C
Cottons Uni. 60°C Minimum iron 30°C
Cottons Uni. 40°C Denim 40°C
Minimum iron 60°C Delicates 30°C H
If you do not make a selection within approx. 20 seconds,
the display will revert to the entry menu.
Multi-function selector
Turning the multi-function selector moves the highlighting to
the next option.
Pressing the multi-function selector selects the highlighted
option.
You can use the multi-function selector to select any
programme. 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 wash programme selected.
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Wash programme main menu
Cottons Uni. 60°C 1400 rpm
Duration 0:47 h
Pre-wash Back A
The main menu shows the temperature and spin speed for
the wash programme selected. The Pre-wash extra option is
highlighted. Press the multi-function selector to deselect /
select Pre-wash.
To return to the Programme selection menu turn the
multi-function selector to highlight Back and then press the
multi-function selector to confirm your selection.
Settings menu
The Settings menu is used to alter the washing machine's
electronics to suit different requirements. See "Settings menu"
for more details.
Operating the washer-extractor
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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 water leaks during use.
For safety reasons spinning is not possible until the machine
has been prepared for using for the first time. To activate the
spinning function you must run a wash programme without
laundry and without detergent.
^Open the stopcocks.
Welcome screen
When the washer-extractor is switched on for the first time, a
welcome screen will appear.
Miele Professional Welcome.
The welcome screen will not appear again after the first
programme has been completed.
After four seconds the display will change to the screen for
setting the language.
Language J
^Select the language you want and confirm your selection.
Reminder to remove transport struts
The machine will remind you to remove the transport struts.
^Remove the transport struts (if this has not already been
done by your fitter). Then press the multi-function selector
to confirm that this has been done.
Before using for the first time
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Running your first programme
Welcome
Please select
Programme selection... Language F...
^Turn the multi-function selector until Programme selection
is highlighted and then press the multi-function selector to
confirm your selection.
^Select Cottons Uni. 60°C and confirm your selection.
The main menu for Cottons Uni. will appear.
Cottons Uni. 60°C 1400 rpm
Duration 0:47 h
Pre-wash Back A
^Press the flashing Start button (the machine door must be
closed).
When this programme has finished, your machine is ready for
using for the first time.
Before using for the first time
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Brief instructions
The headings numbered A,B,C,...
show the operating sequence and can
be used as brief instructions.
ASort the laundry
^Empty all pockets.
,Foreign objects (e.g. nails,
coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause
damage to garments and
components in the machine.
Removing marks
^Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should
be removed 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.
^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.
–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 etc. to prevent
small items from being rolled up
inside them.
Do not wash any items in this machine
which are specified by the
manufacturer as not washable on the
care label (hsymbol).
How to wash correctly
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BLoad the drum
^Press the abutton and open the
drum door.
The interior drum lighting will come on.
^Unfold the laundry and load loosely
in 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 garments are
caught between the drum door and
seal.
CSelect a language
^Select the language you want.
DSelect a programme
Select a programme from the
Programme selection menu.
^If Pre-wash is available for the
programme, select it if wished.
Payment system
If your machine has a payment system,
the amount of credit required will
appear in the display.
Credit will be lost if the door is
opened or the programme cancelled
after it has started.
How to wash correctly
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EAdd detergent
Take the level of soiling and water
hardness into account. It is important to
dispense the correct amount, because
too little detergent results in:
–Laundry not getting properly clean
and with time it may become grey
and hard to the touch.
–Greasy particles clinging to the
laundry.
–Limescale deposits on the heater
elements.
too much detergent results in:
–Excessive foam which causes a low
level of agitation and poor wash,
rinse and spin results.
–A burden to the environment.
See "Detergent" for further information.
^Pull out the detergent drawer and
add detergent to the compartments
as follows:
i= Detergent for the pre-wash
(1/4of the total amount
recommended). This
compartment is also used for
starch formulations when
starching separately.
j= Detergent for the main wash
§= Fabric conditioner or liquid
starch
^Close the detergent drawer.
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FStart the programme
The Start button will flash as soon as a
programme can be started.
^Press the Start button.
The Start button will light up.
The estimated programme duration will
appear in the display. This will count
down in one minute steps. During the
first 10 minutes the machine measures
how much water is being absorbed by
the laundry. The programme duration
may be shorter depending on this
absorbency rate.
The programme sequence is also
shown in the display. The
washer-extractor shows you when each
section of the programme is reached.
The drum lighting switches off once the
programme has started.
GRemove the laundry
Only remove laundry from the
machine once the drum has
stopped turning. Reaching into a
moving drum is extremely
dangerous and could result in injury.
If laundry is not removed immediately
the programme has finished, the
anti-crease phase will begin and the
drum will turn at intervals to help
prevent creasing.
Anti-crease will flash alternately with
Finish in the display to indicate that the
programme has finished.
^Press the abutton to open the
drum door.
^Remove the laundry.
Check that all items have been
removed from the drum. Items left in
the drum could discolour other items
in the next wash or become
discoloured themselves.
^Check the folds in the door seal for
any small articles, e.g. buttons which
might be lodged there.
^Close the drum door. Otherwise there
is the danger of objects being placed
inadvertently in the drum. If these
remained unnoticed and were
washed in the next load, they could
damage the laundry.
How to wash correctly
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Final spin speed
The maximum final spin speed is
determined by the individual
programme and cannot be changed.
See chart.
Programme rpm
Cottons Hygiene 1400
Cottons Uni. 1400
Minimum iron 1000
Denim 900
Delicates 600
Quick wash* 1400
Woollens 1200
Kitchen linen* 1400
Table linen* 1200
Curtains* 400
Pillows* 1400
Outerwear* 900
Proofing* 800
Sluice* 1400
Spin 1400
* = These programmes are only
available if they have been activated
via the Settings/Supervisor level.
Rinse and interim spin
There is a spin after the main wash and
between the rinses. You cannot alter
this spin speed either.
Spinning
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Cottons Hygiene 95°C 9Max. load 5.5 kg
Fabric type Cottons, linens or cotton mix fabrics.
Extra option Pre-wash
Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
detergent, tablet detergent and liquid tab detergent.
Cottons Uni. 40°C, 60°C 78 Max. load 5.5 kg
Fabric type Cottons or cotton mix fabrics, e.g. T-shirts, trousers.
Note –For dark coloured fabrics use a detergent for coloured fabrics,
or liquid detergent.
Extra option Pre-wash
Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
detergent, tablet detergent and liquid tab detergent.
Minimum iron 30°C, 40°C, 60°C 678124 Max. load 3.0 kg
Fabric type Synthetics, mixed fibres and easy care cottons.
Extra option Pre-wash
Detergent Powder detergent, detergent for coloured fabrics, liquid
detergent, detergent for delicates, tablet detergent and liquid tab
detergent.
Denim 40°C Max. load 3.0 kg
Note –Wash denim inside out.
–Denim often contains excess dye and will run during the first
few washes. Wash light and dark coloured items separately.
Detergent Liquid detergent for coloured fabrics.
Programme chart
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