Miele PG 8536 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions

Washer-disinfector
PG 8536
en - GB, AU, NZ
To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the machine it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed, commissioned
and used for the first time.
M.-Nr. 10 317 371

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Washer-disinfector PG 8536 en - GB, AU, NZ To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed, commissioned and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 10 317 371...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning and safety instructions ........5 Correct application .
  • Page 3 Contents Operating theatre shoes ..........37 Laboratory glassware (LG) .
  • Page 4 Contents Problem solving ..........62 Thermal cut-out .
  • Page 5: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Miele Service observed. Department. Miele cannot be held liable for damage Personnel operating the machine caused by improper or incorrect use or should be trained regularly. Untrained operation of the machine.
  • Page 6 Warning and safety instructions Take care when handling chemical Please be aware that the agents such as cleaning agent, washer-disinfector may be operating at neutralising agent, rinsing agent etc. high temperatures. If the door is These may contain irritant or corrosive opened with the emergency release ingredients.
  • Page 7 In the event of any carried out or parts replaced. damage or material deterioration If it is necessary to interrupt a please contact Miele. programme in exceptional Pre-treatments with cleaning or circumstances, this may only be done disinfecting agents can create foam, as by authorised personnel.
  • Page 8 Miele. Otherwise, components in the machine may become damaged.
  • Page 9: Symbols On The Appliance

    For environmental and safety reasons and only use them for the purposes they are designed for. Consult Miele on ensure the machine is completely the type and application of such drained of any residual water, chemical residues and cleaning agent.
  • Page 10: Intended Use

    Miele washer-disinfector. should be used in preference to Follow the medical device and reprocessing them by hand. laboratory equipment manufacturer's...
  • Page 11: User Profile

    Intended Use User profile The cleaning result must ensure that instruments can be disinfected Daily operatives correctly, that no residues are left behind, that subsequent sterilisation Operatives using the machine daily should be familiar with the basic can be carried out and that the instruments can be used again safely.
  • Page 12: Description Of The Machine

    Description of the machine a Electronic controls h Containers for dispensing systems DOS 2 and DOS 4 (optional) b Serial interface, i DOS drawer at the back of the machine (top left behind the cover panel) j Reservoir for neutralising agent (red) c Water inlet and liquid cleaning agent (blue) d Test point for validation...
  • Page 13: Controls

    Description of the machine Controls a On/Off button s For switching the machine on and off b Door button a c Display The display will switch off automatically after approximately 10 minutes when the washer-disinfector is not in operation. Press any button to switch the display back on again. Faults occurring during operation will be indicated by a number in the display.
  • Page 14 Description of the machine d PC service interface 9 For testing and updating the programme data e h Start button For starting the programme f +C (Clear) button used to – return to the previous level – delete entries already made –...
  • Page 15: Display

    Description of the machine Display The display can show the following, depending on the operating level: – the programme / programme overview – the programming menu – the Settings J menu menu J is used to alter the Settings washer-disinfector's profitronic controls to suit different requirements.
  • Page 16: An Example Of A Programme Sequence Display

    Description of the machine An example of a programme sequence display DES-VAR-TD Main wash 55,2 °C 0:35 Time remaining During a programme, the display shows the following: – the name of the programme – the operating level – the programme block –...
  • Page 17: Context Menu

    Context menu Some functions can be called up at any time via a context menu, irrespective of the operating level: – Change display language, – Change operating level, – Enter delay start, In addition, no current fault messages will be displayed in operating level D (if applicable).
  • Page 18: Change Display Language

    Context menu Change display language You can change the language in which the display is currently being shown via the context menu. This setting will remain active until the washer-extractor is switched off with the s button. N.B. The language set in the Settings / Language J menu will not be changed and all reports and print-outs will continue to be printed in this "Settings"...
  • Page 19: Changing Operating Level

    You must be signed on as the administrator, to be able to change the codes of the various operators or to install new Administrator operators. The operator is set by a Miele Service technician. ^ Press the - e buttons at the same time for at least 3 seconds.
  • Page 20 Change operating level option and call up the sub-menu with OK. Select operator Operator ABC Administrator Miele Service ^ Select the user group you require and confirm with OK. ^ Enter the requested code. Change operating level F F F Enter code The - e buttons alter the values, the OK button confirms the values entered and moves on to the next input position.
  • Page 21: Delay Start

    Context menu Delay start Please read "Area of application / Surgical instruments" for instructions about using Delay Start with surgical instruments. A programme can be set to start at a later, specific time. ^ To do this, highlight the Delay start option and confirm your selection.
  • Page 22 Context menu The selected programme, the start time set, the current time of day and time remaining until the start of the programme will appear in the display. DES-VAR-TD Start time 17:15 15:20 01:55 Time remaining The programme selected will now start automatically when the start time is reached.
  • Page 23: Current Faults

    Context menu Current faults The Current faults option is displayed in Operating level D if there has been at least one fault at that point in time. The current fault messages can be called up in operator level D using this option. ^ Select the option and confirm your selection with OK.
  • Page 24: Opening And Closing The Door

    Opening and closing the door Electric door lock If the door is opened using the This washer-disinfector is equipped emergency release cord, there is a with an electric door lock. danger of burning, scalding and The door can only be opened when: chemical burning or, if a disinfecting agent has been used, inhalation of –...
  • Page 25: Water Softener

    Setting the water softener reactivation salt. When the machine is first – The washer-disinfector must be commissioned the Miele service programmed to correspond to the technician has to set the machine for water hardness in your area. your local water hardness level (see –...
  • Page 26: Reactivating The Water Softener

    These may contain insoluble additives which can impair the functioning of the water softener. If in doubt consult the Miele Professional Department. The salt reservoir holds approx. 2 kg of salt.
  • Page 27: Run The Reactivation Programme

    Do not the socket. use force! If the container will not come off Run the reactivation programme manually please contact the Miele ^ Close the door. Service Department. ^ Select and start the REACTIVATION ^ Empty the salt container. Do not programme.
  • Page 28: Automatic Mobile Unit Recognition

    C. Magnetic strips for the PG 8535 / After a coded mobile unit has been put PG 8536 must have grey magnets. into the machine and the door closed, the automatic mobile unit recognition system will select the allocated programme.
  • Page 29: Spray Arm Monitoring

    Spray arm When activated, This question can be deactivated by monitoring checks whether the Miele Service if you only ever use spray arms are rotating within their upper baskets with one spray arm. lower and maximum range. Laboratory applications Mobile unit For narrow-necked utensils, e.g.
  • Page 30: Areas Of Application

    – Are the spray arms clean and do Cleaning results should be subjected to they rotate freely? periodic protein tests, e.g. with the Miele test kit. – Are the filters clean? Remove any coarse soiling and clean them properly if necessary.
  • Page 31: Loading The Machine

    Areas of application Loading the machine – Modules must be correctly connected in the mobile unit. – Arrange the load so that water can access all surfaces. This ensures – The spray arms must not be blocked that it gets properly cleaned. by items which are too tall or which hang down in their path.
  • Page 32: Water Connection Spring Adapter

    Areas of application Water connection spring Height adjustable top basket adapter The top basket can be adjusted above and below the middle position by 2 cm. Make sure that the water connection spring adapter engages correctly when Different height items can be a basket or injector unit is inserted in reprocessed in this machine depending the machine.
  • Page 33: Surgical Instruments (Op)

    Areas of application Surgical instruments (OP) When reprocessing narrow lumen instruments e.g. those used for Surgical instruments should be stored minimally invasive surgery, an for as short a time as possible before intensive internal cleaning result is machine reprocessing - and for no imperative.
  • Page 34: Ophthalmology

    Areas of application Ophthalmology Opthalmic instruments should be cleaned and disinfected in a special mobile injector unit. The final rinse should be carried out using demineralised water with a conductivity of ~15 ZS/cm (Microsiemens per centimetre). In terms of quality, the water used for the final rinse must contain minimal amounts of endotoxins and pyrogens.
  • Page 35: Anaesthetic Instruments (An)

    Areas of application Anaesthetic instruments (AN) Anaesthetic instruments should be thermally disinfected using the DES-VAR-TD-AN programme. If the process is not to be followed by sterilisation, the load should be dried completely to avoid the development of water-borne bacteria. A sufficient drying time is, therefore, absolutely essential.
  • Page 36: Baby Bottles (Bc)

    Areas of application Baby bottles (BC) Baby bottles can be reprocessed in E 135 containers, wide-necked teats in an E 364 insert and screw connection teats in an E 458 insert. – Ensure the level marker on the bottles is dishwasher proof. –...
  • Page 37: Operating Theatre Shoes

    Areas of application Operating theatre shoes The following baskets can be used: OP shoes made of thermolabile – O 167 for theatre shoes up to size material and/or insoles can be cleaned and disinfected chemo-thermally at – O 173 for theatre shoes up to size 60 °C with the CHEM-DISIN 41, and programme.
  • Page 38: Laboratory Glassware (Lg)

    Areas of application Laboratory glassware (LG) Loading the machine Wide-necked laboratory glassware, e.g. Preparing the load beakers, wide-necked Erlenmeyer ^ Empty all glassware before loading flasks and Petri dishes, and cylindrical shaped items e.g. test tubes, can be into the machine (paying particular cleaned and rinsed, internally and attention to regulations regarding externally, by the action of the rotating...
  • Page 39 Areas of application Programme Areas of application LAB-STANDARD Simple, short programme for items with slight soiling and which have low final rinse result requirements: – for various types of soiling, – not suitable for denaturing residues such as protein, – not suitable for acid soluble residues such as metallic salts and amines.
  • Page 40: Chemical Processes And Technology

    Chemical processes and technology General notes Problem How to resolve it If seals, hoses and plastics in the – Establish the cause of the damage washer-disinfector suffer damage they and rectify it. will not be water-tight and will not See information regarding "Chemical function correctly.
  • Page 41 OXIVARIO or OXIVARIO PLUS. – The wash temperature must be less than 70 °C when using hydrogen peroxide. – Please contact Miele for advice. The following chemical agents can – Process parameters in the wash cause large amounts of foam to build...
  • Page 42 – damage to certain plastics (e.g. de-foaming agent using the polycarbonate and plexiglass) in the ORGANIC programme. load being reprocessed. – Please contact Miele for advice. Soiling Problem How to resolve it The following substances can damage – Refit the washer-disinfector with oil elastomers (hoses and seals) and resistant elastomers.
  • Page 43 Chemical processes and technology Soiling Problem How to resolve it The following substances can lead to a – Thoroughly rinse items in water heavy build-up of foam during washing beforehand. and rinsing: – Select a cleaning programme with at – some disinfecting agents and least one short pre-rinse in cold or dishwashing detergents, hot water.
  • Page 44 Chemical processes and technology Reaction between chemical agents and soiling Problem How to resolve it Natural oils and fats can be emulsified – Where available use the "OIL" with alkaline chemical agents. This can programme. lead to a heavy build-up of foam. –...
  • Page 45: Dispensing Liquid Chemical Agents

    – Dispensing system DOS 3 (red) to to dispense more than one type of dispense acidic media, such as chemical agent, the change over neutralising agent. It can dispense up must only be carried out by a Miele to 105 ml/min. authorised and trained service technician.
  • Page 46: Dispensing Systems

    Dispensing liquid chemical agents Dispensing systems Further information regarding the The agents can be filled into 5 l plastic OXIVARIO and ORTHOVARIO containers, which are colour coded for programmes and connection of the the relevant dispensing system. solution container can be found at the end of this booklet Take great care when handling under "Special processes -...
  • Page 47: Fill The Containers With The Relevant Agent

    Dispensing liquid chemical agents Fill the containers with the relevant agent ^ Open the container and fill with the desired chemical agent, paying attention to the colour-coded ^ Open the DOS drawer to access the labelling. liquid agent containers. ^ Insert the siphon tube into the ^ Remove the container and place on container and screw on securely the open door of the...
  • Page 48: Check Dispensing System [X]

    Dispensing liquid chemical agents "Check dispensing system [X]" The programme currently running will be cancelled. ^ Check the container referred to in the message and the dispensing hoses. [x] The display will show the number of the dispensing unit instead of the X. ^ If necessary, refill an empty container or replace it with a new, full container.
  • Page 49: Operation

    The length of time for which the s Miele programmes. button can be pressed is set at a maximum of 10 seconds (see Programming manual "System When reprocessing medical...
  • Page 50: Programme Sequence

    Operation Programme sequence Operating level C The programme will start automatically Make sure that there are no as soon as the Start button has been small metallic objects or instrument pressed. parts attracted to the magnetic strip, in particular to the underside of it. The programme stage reached will be shown in the display as the programme Any metallic objects on the strip can...
  • Page 51: Cancelling A Programme

    Operation ^ Confirm with OK. Cancelling a programme Programme cancelled A programme can only be cancelled Water drainage will appear in the in operating level B or D. display. After the water has been pumped When testing to EN ISO 15883-1 or away, the display will show the list of HTM 2030 standards, a programme programmes again.
  • Page 52: Interrupting A Programme

    Operation Interrupting a programme Caution. Water and items in the A programme can only be machine may be hot. Danger of interrupted in operating level B or D. burning or scalding. Where a chemical disinfection If you absolutely have to open the door, programme has been used, be e.g.
  • Page 53: Process Documentation

    PC is 10 m and from the ethernet interface 100 m. between the washer-disinfector and an external appliance. Please contact Miele if you require further information about suitable printers and software.
  • Page 54: Maintenance

    In the UK safety checks must be carried out to the machine every 3 – Spray arms months by a Miele approved service – Filter combination technician in accordance with EN ISO 15883 and HTM 2030. – Sump including drain pump and...
  • Page 55: Cleaning The Filters In The Wash Cabinet

    Maintenance Cleaning the filters in the wash Cleaning the coarse filter cabinet The filters in the base of the wash cabinet are designed to prevent coarse soiling getting into the circulation system. A build-up of coarse soiling can cause the filters to clog up. They should, therefore, be checked daily and cleaned if necessary.
  • Page 56: Cleaning The Coarse, Flat And Micro-Fine Filters

    Maintenance Cleaning the coarse, flat and micro-fine filters ^ Remove the coarse filter. ^ Remove the fine filter (if fitted) from between the coarse and the micro-fine filters. ^ Then remove together with the flat filter. ^ Clean the filters. ^ Replace the filters by carrying out the above steps in the reverse order.
  • Page 57: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Maintenance ^ Unscrew the upper spray arm. Cleaning the spray arms ^ Loosen the knurled thumb nut to The spray arms can become blocked and should therefore be checked every unscrew the lower spray arm. day. ^ Use a sharp pointed object to push ^ After cleaning the spray arms, fit or particles into the spray arm jets, and screw them back into position.
  • Page 58: Cleaning The Control Panel

    ^ To help prevent resoiling (fingermarks etc.) a stainless steel conditioning agent (available from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the Internet, depending on country) can also be used. Do not use any cleaning agents...
  • Page 59: Mobile Units, Baskets And Inserts

    In line with the periodic maintenance of the washer-disinfector the mobile units, modules and inserts should be routinely serviced every 1000 operating hours or annually by a Miele approved service technician. See ""Maintenance / Periodic checks".
  • Page 60: Drying Unit (Ta) - Maintenance

    Maintenance Drying unit (TA) - Maintenance Changing the coarse filter The coarse filter should be changed Change coarse when the message filter appears in the display. ^ Open the front of the control unit cabinet. ^ Replace the coarse filter. The soft side of the filter must face the front.
  • Page 61: Changing The Fine Filter

    Change fine when the message filter appears in the display. To ensure the machine operates correctly, use original Miele HEPA filters only (classification 13). It is advisable to have the fine filter changed whenever the machine is serviced. If it needs changing before this:...
  • Page 62: Problem Solving

    ^ Remove the cause of the fault. ^ Take off the service panel. ^ Press the reset button on the heater limiter located on the right-hand side of the plinth. If this switch trips again contact the Miele Service Department.
  • Page 63: Cleaning The Filters In The Water Inlet

    Problem solving Cleaning the filters in the water To clean the filter inlet ^ Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply Filters are incorporated in the screw connection of the water inlet hose to ^ Turn off the stopcock and unscrew protect the water inlet valve.
  • Page 64: After Sales Service

    Miele technician in call the Miele Service Department (see accordance with local and national the end of this booklet for contact safety regulations. Unauthorised or details).
  • Page 65: Installation

    Installation Please refer to the installation diagram supplied with the machine. Furniture and fittings installed near the machine must be of a commercial standard able to withstand the effects of steam and condensation. The machine must be installed correctly and levelled. Any unevenness in the floor level can be compensated for and the height of the machine raised or lowered by...
  • Page 66: Electrical Connection

    – For extra safety it is advisable to protect the machine with a suitable residual current device. – The mains connection cable may only be replaced by an original Miele spare part or an appropriate cable with wire end ferrules. – Check that the phase rotation is correct when connecting the machine.
  • Page 67: Plumbing

    The water in the machine must – If the water pressure is not in the not be used as drinking water. range specified above, please contact the Miele Service – The machine must be connected to Department for advice. the water supply in accordance with local and national water authority –...
  • Page 68: Ad Water Connection (Pressurised) Ö 60 - 1000 Kpa Over Pressure

    Note: If the machine is not going to be connected to an AD water supply, the cleaning and disinfecting programmes will have to be altered by a Miele Service technician. The inlet hose will remain on the rear of the machine.
  • Page 69: Important

    Plumbing IMPORTANT Australia and New Zealand This appliance must be installed according to AS/NZS 3500.1. This appliance has been supplied with a separate backflow prevention device. This machine must be connected to the potable water supply via the non-return valve (check valve) supplied with the machine.
  • Page 70: Drainage

    Hose clips are supplied for securing it in position. – A longer drain hose (up to 4 m long) is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Dept. – The drainage system must not exceed 4 metres. See also the installation diagram...
  • Page 71: Technical Data

    If installed at altitudes above 1500 m the boiling point of the suds solution will be lower. Disinfecting temperature parameters should be lowered and the holding time increased (A value). This must be done by a Miele authorised service technician.
  • Page 72: Optional Extras

    Optional extras Options – Fitting kit for DOS S 20 and DOS NA 120 dispensing systems – Connecting module AM10 – Conductivity measurement module...
  • Page 73: Special Processes - Oxivario And Orthovario

    Special processes - OXIVARIO and ORTHOVARIO Intended use It is particularly suitable for instruments such as those used in high frequency This washer disinfector can be set up surgery, orthopaedic surgery as well as or retro-fitted to use the OXIVARIO for instruments which have dried out process by adding two additional because of the length of time between...
  • Page 74: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Special processes - OXIVARIO and ORTHOVARIO Connecting the H solution Due to the high efficacy of the container Oxivario and Orthovario processes it The connection hose for the H is important to lubricate joints and solution container is identified by a contact parts on instruments pre black label.
  • Page 75: Disposal Of Your Old Machine

    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 of it with your general waste.
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