Miele PW 6068 Plus User manual

Operating Instructions
Washer
PW 6068 Plus
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 10 196 550
en-US

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Control panel ......................................................6
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
To cancel a program ...............................................15
To change a program ..............................................15
Adding/removing laundry during a wash program ........................15
Program guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Program sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Cleaning the washer ...............................................34
Cleaning the inlet hose filter .........................................36
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
A wash program cannot be started ....................................37
General problems with the washer ....................................38
Opening the door during a power failure or when the drain is blocked ........41
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Installation site ....................................................48
Removing the shipping struts ........................................48
Installing the shipping struts .........................................50
Leveling the washer................................................51
Water connection..................................................53
Drainage ........................................................55
Electrical connection ...............................................56
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Help to protect the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Settings J. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Settings - Supervisor level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Contents
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,WARNING - To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock or injury to
persons while using your appliance
follow basic safety precautions,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
~Check the packaging, the washer
and accessories for any signs of
damage. Do not use a damaged
appliance.
~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. This
appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment- grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
~WARNING - Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor
may result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
~Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance - if it will not fit into
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
~Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on the
data plate (fusing, voltage and
frequency) match the main electrical
supply. If in doubt contact an
electrician.
~Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to the power
supply. Extension cords do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
~Do not install your washing machine
in rooms where temperatures below
freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may
burst under pressure. The reliability of
the electronic control unit may be
impaired at temperatures below
freezing.
~Do not install or store this appliance
where it will be exposed to the weather.
~This appliance is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft. However, under
certain conditions it may be possible for
an installation in these applications.
Please contact the Miele Technical Ser-
vice Dept. with specific requirements.
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~Do not install or use a washer with
visible damage.
~Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in
these operating instructions.
~Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance while maintenance or repair
work is being performed. The machine
is only completely isolated from the
electrical supply when it is turned off at
the main switch and the plug is pulled,
or by tripping the circuit breaker.
~Connect the washer, to the water
mains. Do not use old hoses. Inspect
the intake hoses regularly for damage.
They should be replaced as needed to
prevent water damage.
~Faulty components must only be
replaced with genuine Miele spare
parts.
~If the power cord is damaged it
must only be replaced by a Miele Ser-
vice technician with a genuine Miele
power cord.
~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.
~Remove the door before the
appliance is removed for service or
discarded.
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Use
~Do not allow children to play on or in
the appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when the appliance is used
near children.
~Make sure that no unattended
children can access the machine.
There is a potential danger that children
can be trapped in the drum. This may
cause major injuries or the death of the
child.
~The drum door glass will be hot
when washing at very high
temperatures.
Do not touch the glass. Danger of
burns! Keep children away from the
washer when in use.
~Only use the washing machine to
wash items which are specified by the
manufacturer to be machine washable
on the fabric care label. Any other
applications may be dangerous. The
manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage caused by
improper use of the appliance.
~Do not wash articles that have been
previously cleaned, washed, soaked or
spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents or other flammable
substances. These articles give off
vapors that could ignite or explode. Do
not add these items to the wash load.
~Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off
vapors which could ignite or explode.
~Do not use cleaning solvents on or
near the machine or the controls.
Contact with cleaning solvents will
damage the surface.
~Do not reach into the appliance if
the drum is moving.
~Do not tamper
with the controls.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Control panel
aDisplay*
See the following pages for more
information
bDirect select buttons
To select a wash program directly.
You can also save a "Favorite" wash
program on these buttons.
c"Start" button
dPC Indicator/Optical interface
Allows a service technician to check
and update the wash programs
eJog shuttle
Turn to select menus
Press to confirm the selection
faDoor button
To open the drum door
* Contents in the display will vary with program offering.
Guide to the washer
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Display function
Display contents will vary with program offering.
Main menu
1 Cottons Uni. 140°F Program selection...
2 Wrinkle-free 104°F Settings F...
3 Delicates 104°F
4 Woollens H86°F 12:00
The display shows the main menu (with default settings).
"Program selection" is highlighted.
If the display is dark (in Standby mode) turn the jog shuttle.
Jog shuttle
Turn the jog shuttle to select a program or setting.
Press the jog shuttle to confirm the selection.
Direct select buttons
The first four programs shown in the display on the left are the
"Favorites". They can be selected with the direct select
buttons.
The Favorites can be individually set to your desire. See
"Favorites" for more information.
The direct select buttons have different functions in the other
menus. In these menus an arrow His displayed above the
respective button with the function description of the button.
Program selection possibility
–Possibility 1 Select and confirm the menu "Program
selection" in the display with the jog shuttle.
–Possibility 2 Press one of the direct select buttons
D E F G for direct access of the basic menu for
the selected program.
Guide to the washer
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Menu Program selection
Program BackA
selection Cottons Hygiene
Cottons Uni.
Minimum Iron H
All pre-set programs can be selected with the jog shuttle.
Depending on the direction the jog shuttle is turned the
highlighter moves up or down.
The arrows e- at the right side of the display show that more
selections are available.
^Press the jog shuttle to open the basic menu of the
selected program.
Basic menu of a wash program
Cottons 140°F 1400 rpm
Duration 0:47 h
Extras
H
Timer Y
H
Back A
H
The program components (program, temperature and spin
speed) can be selected by turning the jog shuttle. The
selected component is highlighted. Press the jog shuttle to
select the component. The respective submenu is displayed.
The submenus "Extras" and "Timer" can be selected with the
direct select buttons.
^To go back to the main menu press G"Back".
All components can also be selected and confirmed using
only the jog shuttle.
Settings J
The "Settings" menu allows you to adjust the washer to
individual needs. See "Settings" for more information.
Guide to the washer
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The appliance must be correctly
installed and connected before the
first use. Please see the "Installation
instructions."
For safety reasons, it is not possible to
run a spin cycle before the first use. A
program must be run without laundry
and detergent to flush out any residual
water from the factory testing process.
^Open the water supply.
Welcome screen
The Welcome screen shows when the
washer is turned on for the first time:
"Miele Professional Welcome".
The Welcome screen will not show
after the washer has been running for
more than 1 hour.
The display then shows the language
selection.
Language J
^Select the desired language and
confirm with "OK".
Shipping struts
The display reminds the user to remove
the shipping struts.
^If the shipping struts were already
removed, confirm with the G
button. Otherwise, remove them at
this time then confirm.
Set the time of day
^Set the hour by turning the jog
shuttle, press to confirm.
^Repeat to set the minutes and
confirm. Press again to save the time
of day.
First wash
^Select the program "Cottons Uni."
and confirm.
The basic program "Cottons Uni."
shows.
^Press the flashing button "Start".
The drum door must be closed.
Once the program ends the washer can
be used for laundry.
Before using for the first time
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1. Sort 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.
^Pre-treat stains.
Tough stains (blood, egg, coffee, tea
etc.) or badly soiled areas (collars and
cuffs) should be pre-treated with a stain
remover or a paste made of powder
detergent and warm water. Dab stains
with a damp light colored cloth. Do not
rub.
,Do not use chemical solvents in
the machine.
^Sort the laundry.
General tips
–Dark fabrics often bleed the first few
times they are washed. They should
be washed separately several times
before being included in a mixed
load.
–Remove any lead weights or strips
from curtains before washing.
–Loose under-wires should be
removed or sewn in place before
washing.
–Woolens and knitted garments
should be turned inside out.
– Close zippers and hooks and eyes
before washing.
– Comforter covers and pillowcases
should be fastened in order to
prevent small items from getting
trapped inside of them.
Do not machine wash items if it is not
recommended on the fabric care label.
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2. Load the washer
^Open the drum door using the a
button.
The drum light comes on.
^Load the laundry loosely into the
drum.
For best results, wash mixed loads of
small and large items. This will improve
washing effectiveness and help
distribute the load evenly.
For the lowest energy and water
consumption load the washer to its
max. capacity. See "Program guide".
Note: Overloading the washer will
affect wash results and cause wrinkling.
^Close the drum door.
To prevent damage to the door seal
and clothing, make sure that there
are no clothes caught between the
drum door and the seal.
3. Select a program
Two program selection possibilities:
–Select a "Favorite" by pressing the
respective direct select button.
–Select from the "Program selection"
menu by turning the jog shuttle.
^If desired select "Extras" and/or a
"Timer" start time with the respective
submenus.
See "Program Guide", "Spin Speed",
"Extras" and "Timer" for more info.
Coin mechanism
If a coin mechanism operates the
machine, please regard the displayed
request to pay.
If the door is opened after a
program has started or if the
program is canceled the credit is
lost.
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4. Adding detergent
Use detergent according to the laundry
soiling and water hardness.
Too little detergent may cause:
–ineffective cleaning of laundry;
fabrics may become gray and stiff
over time.
–grease stains on the laundry.
–hard water deposits on the heating
element.
Too much detergent may cause:
– over sudsing with minimal drum
movement; poor wash, rinse and
spin results.
– higher environmental burden.
See "Detergent" for more information.
^Pull out the detergent dispenser
drawer and add detergent.
j= Detergent for the main wash
i= Only add detergent (1/4of the
total recommended amount of
detergent) to this compartment
for the pre-wash.
§= Fabric softener or liquid starch.
^Close the detergent dispenser
drawer.
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Using powder detergent
Liquid detergent inserts come already
inserted in the detergent
compartments. To use powder
detergent remove the inserts.
^Remove the inserts from both
compartments jand i.
iDetergent for "Heavy Soil"
^Only add detergent (1/3of the total
amount recommended) to the i
compartment, if the "Heavy Soil"
option is selected.
Since powder detergents already
contain bleach, using additional
liquid bleach is not recommended.
jDetergent for the main wash
§Fabric softener or liquid starch
Replace the inserts in the
compartments before using liquid
detergent.
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5. Starting a program
"Start" flashes when a program can be
started.
^Press the "Start" button.
The "Start" button lights.
The display shows the approximate
program run time. It will count down in
minutes. In the first 10 minutes the
washer calculates the water
absorbency of the laundry. The overall
program time may be shortened or
lengthened.
Additionally the sequence cycle is
displayed. The washer shows the
current program step.
The drum light turns off after the
program starts.
Press one of the following direct select
buttons during the running program:
– Button D"Extras"
the displayed Extras can be
selected or deselected after the
program start.
–Button E"Timer"
the time of day and the approximate
program end is displayed.
–Button G"Cancel"
to cancel the currently running
program. The wash water will be
drained away.
6. At the end of a program
The anti-crease program starts when
the laundry is not immediately removed
from the washer after the program end.
"Anti-crease" and "End" will flash
alternately in the display.
^Use the a"Door" button to open the
drum door.
^Remove the laundry.
Check the drum for any missed
pieces of laundry. Items
inadvertently left in the washer may
get damaged (e.g. shrink or
discolor) during the next wash cycle.
^Check the folds of the door seal for
any small articles which may have
been trapped.
^Close the drum door. Otherwise
foreign objects may find their way
into the drum. These could be
inadvertently washed and cause
damage to laundry.
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To cancel a program
A program can be canceled any time
after the program start.
^Press the Gbutton "Cancel".
The wash water will be drained away.
^Open the drum door before starting a
new program.
To change a program
After the program start the spin speed
can be selected until the final spin
starts. The Extras "Starch Stop" and
"Rinse Stop" can be selected or
deselected.
The temperature and the Extra
"Intensive" can be selected or
deselected up to 5 minutes after the
program start.
Adding/removing laundry
during a wash program
You can interrupt the programs (see
"Program guide") to add or remove a
piece of laundry.
^Use the abutton to open the door.
^Add or remove the piece of laundry.
^Close the drum door.
The program will continue
automatically.
Note:
Once the program has started the
washer cannot make adjustments to the
load size. After adding or removing
laundry, the washer will default to the
water and electrical consumption of a
full load.
The time remaining will automatically be
adjusted.
The drum door cannot be opened if:
–the water temperature is higher than
131°F/55°C.
– the water level is too high.
– the program has reached the "Final
Spin".
When operated with a coin
mechanism the machine will be
locked after 3 minutes. Canceling or
changing a program and opening
the door is no longer possible.
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Programs may vary.
Cottons Hygiene 203°F to 158°F (95°C to 70°C) max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)
Items Items made from cotton and linen, i.e. bed linens, baby clothing,
underwear
Detergent Universal detergent
Extras Pre-wash, Starch Stop, Rinse Stop, Intensive*, Water plus*
Note The spin speed (1400 rpm) cannot be changed.
Cottons Uni. 140°F (60°C) to cold max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)
Items Items made from cotton or mixed fabrics, i.e. T-Shirts, pants
Tip Wash dark colored fabrics with detergent for colors or a liquid
detergent.
Detergent Universal or color detergent
Extras Pre-wash, Starch Stop, Rinse Stop, Intensive*, Water plus*
Note The spin speed (1400 rpm) cannot be changed.
Minimum iron 140°F to 86°F (60°C to 30°C) max. 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg)
Items Items made from synthetic fibers, mixed fabrics or wrinkle free
cottons, i.e. shirts
Detergent Universal or color detergent
Extras Pre-wash, Starch Stop, Rinse Stop, Intensive*, Water plus*
Delicates 140°F to 86°F (60°C to 30°C) max. 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Items Delicates made from synthetic, mixed fabrics or viscose silk
Detergent Detergent for delicates
Extras Pre-wash, Rinse Stop, Intensive*
* "Intensive" and "Water plus" can be added in "Settings - Supervisor level" when
activated by Technical Service.
Program guide
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Quick wash 104°F (40°C) to cold max. 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)
Items Small loads of lightly soiled items, which can be washed in
"Cottons Uni."
Detergent Universal or color detergent
Extras Rinse Stop
Woollens 104°F (40°C) to cold max. 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Items Items made from machine washable wool and wool blend
fabrics.
Detergent Detergent for wool
Extras Rinse Stop
Silks /86°F (30°C) to cold max. 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Items Hand washable items, that contain no wool
Tip Wash hosiery and lingerie in a lingerie bag
Detergent Detergent for delicates
Extras Rinse Stop, Water plus*
Shirts 140°F (60°C) to cold max. 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Items Shirts and dress shirts.
Tip – Pre-treat collars and cuffs if needed.
– Wash silk shirts in the "Silk" program.
Detergent Universal or color detergent
Extras Rinse Stop
* "Intensive" and "Water plus" can be added in "Settings - Supervisor level" when
activated by Technical Service.
Program guide
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Denim 104°F (40°C) to cold max. 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)
Tip –Before washing denim items turn them inside out.
–Denim items bleed during the first few washes. Wash dark
and light colored items separately.
Detergent Liquid color detergent
Extras Rinse Stop
Toweling 203°F to 140°F (95°C to 60°C) max. 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg)
Tip Wash dark colors with a color detergent
Detergent Universal detergent
Extras Rinse Stop
Starch max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)
Tip The laundry (table linen, napkins, etc.) should be washed as
usual but not treated with fabric softener.
Starch Liquid or powder starch
Extras Rinse Stop
Extra rinse max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)
Items For items which need only rinsing and spinning
Extras Rinse Stop
Drain
To drain the water from the drum
Spin max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)
Select an appropriate spin speed
* "Intensive" and "Water plus" can be added in "Settings - Supervisor level" when
activated by Technical Service.
Program guide
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Additional programs
The following programs can be added in "Settings - Supervisor level" when
activated by Technical Service.
Kitchen linen 203°F to 140°F (95°C to 60°C) max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)
Items Kitchen linens made from cottons and linen fabrics, i.e. chef
jackets and pants, towels, rags
Tip Use the "Pre-wash" program for tough stains. Use a pre-wash
detergent with enzymes.
Detergent Universal detergent
Extras Pre-wash, Rinse Stop
Table linen 140°F to 86°F (60°C to 30°C) max. 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Items Tablecloths and napkins made of cotton, linen or mixed fabrics.
Tip Use the "Pre-wash" program for tough stains. Use a pre-wash
detergent with enzymes.
Detergent Universal detergent
Extras Pre-wash, Starch Stop, Rinse Stop, Intensive*, Water plus*
Curtains 104°F (40°C) to cold max. 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg)
Items Curtains which are machine washable according to the
manufacturer. To rinse dust, a pre-wash without detergent is
automatically added to the program.
Tip Curtains that wrinkle easily should be washed at a reduced
spin speed or without a spin.
Detergent Curtain, universal and color detergent in powder form.
Extras Pre-wash, Rinse Stop
* "Intensive" and "Water plus" can be added in "Settings - Supervisor level" when
activated by Technical Service.
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Pillows 203°F to 104°F (95°C to 40°C) 1 queen (80x80 cm)
or 2 twin size pillows (40x80 cm)
Items Washable pillows with a filling of feathers, down or synthetics.
Tip Regard the fabric care label!
Detergent Liquid detergent
Extras Rinse Stop
Outerwear 104°F (40°C) to cold max. 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg)
Items Outdoor clothing made from micro fibers.
Tip –Close all zippers.
–Do not use fabric softener
Detergent Detergent for delicates
Extras Rinse Stop
Proofing 104°F to 86°F (40°C to 30°C) max. 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg)
Items To treat micro fiber, ski clothing, fine dense cotton (poplin) or
tablecloths to make them water repellent and soil resistant.
Tip – The item should be washed and rinsed or dried.
– To get an optimum result dry the items in a clothes dryer or
iron them.
Water repellent – Only use water repellent that states it is "Suitable for
membrane textiles". They are based on fluorochemicals.
Do not use agents containing paraffin.
–Place the liquid detergent insert into compartment jan fill
with water repellent.
Extras Rinse Stop
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