Summary of Contents for Miele professional PW 6088
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Operating and installation instructions for washer-extractor PW 6088 en - AU, NZ 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.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Energy saving tips material Energy and water consumption The transport and protective packing – Water consumption and energy has been selected from materials which usage are determined by the size of are environmentally friendly for disposal the load.
Warning and Safety instructions It is essential to read these instructions. 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions 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 or knowledge, unless they have been shown how to use it correctly by a person responsible for their safety.
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Warning and Safety instructions 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 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions Technical safety Before setting up the 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 rated load) match the mains electricity supply.
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Warning and Safety instructions 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 –...
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct use 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").
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Warning and Safety instructions Fabrics which have been pre-treated in solvent-based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in this 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.
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Warning and Safety instructions Do not use a pressure washer or hose to clean the machine. It is particularly important to observe manafucturer's instructions when using a combination of cleaning agents and special application products. Only use the product for the application described by the manufacturer, to avoid any material damage or the occurrence of strong chemical reactions.
Operating the machine Control panel a Display See the following pages for more information. b Short cut buttons For selecting an individual programme quickly. These buttons can be re-programmed to select your favourite wash programmes instead of the pre-set ones. c Start button d PC / Optical interface This is used by service technicians for testing purposes and for uploading new...
Operating the machine Display Entry menu Cottons Uni. 40°C Programme selection... 2 Cottons Hygiene 95°C Settings F... 3 Cottons rapid 60°C 10:00 4 Minimum iron 40°C When the machine is switched on, the entry menu (with four favourite programmes listed) appears and Programme selection is highlighted.
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Operating the machine Programme selection menu Programme Cottons Uni selection Cottons Hygiene Cottons rapid Minimum iron 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.
Operating the machine Operating a wash-salon machine The entry menu will vary depending on the Control setting selected. The machine is operated either with the short cut buttons D, E, F, G or the multi-function selector. WS shortcut keys, basic Cottons Uni.
Tips 1. Sort the laundry Sorting laundry ^ Sort the laundry by colour and by care label. Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam. Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load.
Tips 2. Load the drum 3. Select a programme ^ Switch the machine off with the K ^ Select the most appropriate On/Off button. programme for the load being washed. ^ To open the drum door pull on the handle. See the separate booklet supplied with the machine for an overview of which Do not use force as it is fitted with a...
Garment care label symbols Washing Ironing The figure quoted in the bucket is the The number of dots indicates the maximum temperature the garment ironing temperature can be washed at. The number of Hot iron (max sole plate temp. bars under the symbol indicate the approx.
Short instructions It is very important to read both the ""Tips" and "Garment care label symbols" sections before proceeding. A Sort the laundry B Load the drum ^ Switch on the machine. Make sure that no items are caught between the door and the drum.
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Short instructions C Select a programme Payment system Programme descriptions IIf your machine is connected to a MIELE payment system, the amount of – See the separate booklet supplied payment required will appear in the with the machine for an overview of display.
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Short instructions D Add detergent Take the level of soiling and water hardness into account. Too little detergent results in: – Laundry not getting properly clean, and with time may become grey and hard to the touch. – Greasy particles clinging to laundry. –...
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Short instructions E Start the programme F Unload the drum The Start button will flash as soon as a Finish will appear in the display. programme can be started. ^ Open the drum door. ^ Press the Start button. ^ Remove the laundry. The Start button will now light up Check that all items have been constantly.
Select a programme Selecting/changing a programme Entry menu Cottons Uni. 40°C Programme selection... 2 Cottons Hygiene 95°C Settings F... 3 Cottons rapid 60°C 15:00 4 Minimum iron 40°C ^ Press short cut button D. Main menu Cottons Uni. 40°C 1200 rpm Duration: 0:53 h Extras Timer Y...
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Select a programme Note: If you do not make a selection in the sub-menu within approx. 15 seconds, the display will revert to the main menu. – Temperature selection Cottons Uni. °C 1200 rpm Temperature from Cold - 60°C ^ Use the multi-function selector to select the temperature you want and confirm your selection.
Select a programme Saving a favourite programme You can programme the short cut buttons to call up the four wash programmes you use most frequently. The Save option must be activated via the Settings/Supervisor level menu before the short cut buttons can be programmed. Cottons Uni.
Extras You can use the Extras option to augment the basic wash programmes. To open the Extras sub-menu Cottons Uni. 40°C 1200 rpm Duration: 0:53 h Extras Timer Y Back A ^ Press short cut button D. This opens the Extras sub-menu.
Extras Rinse hold The laundry is not spun after the last rinse and remains suspended in the final rinse water. This reduces creasing if the laundry is not going to be removed from the drum imme- diately after the end of the programme. Intensive* For heavy soiling or where staining is visible.
Timer The timer can be used to select the time you want the programme to finish. The start of a programme can be delayed from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24 hours, To open the Timer sub-menu Cottons Uni. 40°C 1200 rpm Duration 0:53 h...
Spinning Maximum final spin speed To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) ^ Select Rinse hold from the Extras The maximum final spin speed will depend on the programme chosen. sub-menu. The laundry will not be spun and will remain suspended in You can reduce the final spin speed.
Changing the programme sequence Payment system Changing a programme – After starting a programme you can Credit will be lost if the programme change the spin speed at any time cancelled after it has started. up until the final spin commences and you can select or deselect the Interrupting a programme Starch stop and Rinse hold extras.
Detergent Washing with several Detergent dispensing components Please follow the detergent If you wash using several components manufacturer's instructions. (e.g. special application detergents), we recommend always dispensing the Instructions for use and recommended agents into compartment j in the amounts for a full load are given on the following order: detergent packaging.
Detergent Fabric conditioners, liquid Adding fabric conditioner or liquid starch separately starch and starch formulations ^ Add fabric conditioner or liquid ^ Dispense according to the amount starch to compartment §. specified on the packaging. ^ Select the Extra rinse programme. Automatic dispensing of fabric ^ Press the Start button.
Detergent External dispensing system The machine is fitted with an adapter for an external dispensing system. Up to six dispensing hoses (not supplied) can be connected to the machine. The external pumps are controlled by relays in the machine. Each relay is switched on for 2 minutes at a time.
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Detergent If a Disinfection programme is running, the following message is displayed: Fill the dispensing container The programme will be cancelled. ^ Press short cut button D to delete the message in the display, and refill the container. ^ Start the programme again. If the container is empty for a disinfection programme, you have to assume that no disinfection has taken place.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the drum, suds container Disconnect the machine from the and drainage system mains electricity supply. The drum, suds container and drainage system can be cleaned if necessary. Cleaning the machine ^ Start the Maintenance programme. Do not use solvents, abrasive ^ At the end of the programme check cleaners, glass cleaners or the inner drum and remove any...
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Cleaning and care Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Remove detergent residues regularly. There is a yellow lever behind the detergent drawer fascia panel. ^ Pull the detergent drawer out as far it will go. 1. Then press the safety catch down using the lever as illustrated.
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Cleaning and care If starching frequently, thoroughly clean the siphon, the siphon tube and the fabric conditioner channel regularly. A build-up of liquid starch will cause it to get clogged. Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer housing ^ Clean the siphon. 1.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters Turn on the tap and check the The machine has two filters to protect connection is watertight. If water the water inlet valve. These filters drips out, tighten the connection. should be checked every six months or so, or more often if there are frequent To clean the filter in the water inlet interruptions to the external water...
With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of this machine, some of which may result from incorrect operation, can be put right without contacting the Miele Professional Service Department. You should, however, note the following:...
Problem solving guide A fault message appears in the display Remedy A Message Possible cause Water intake fault. The water inlet is Check whether Turn on the tap and blocked or restricted. – the tap is opened check the inlet hose enough.
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine feet are not Level the machine (see The machine shakes during the spin cycle. level. "Installation and connection"). The pump makes This is not a fault! These noises occur at the end of a strange noises.
Problem solving guide An unsatisfactory wash result Problem Possible cause Remedy Liquid detergent Liquid detergents – Use a general purpose detergent does not give the usually contain no containing a bleaching agent. required result. bleaching agents. – Pour stain removers into compartment j of the dispenser They do not remove fruit, coffee and tea...
Problem solving guide The door will not open Possible cause Remedy For safety reasons the drum door cannot be opened The door is locked after a programme has been if the suds temperature is higher than 50°C. Wait cancelled. until the machine has cooled down. The door will not open at Press against the door handle, switch the machine the end of a wash...
Once the peak load has finished the programme will continue automatically as before. Service interval If, after switching the machine on, the following message appears in the display, the machine will need to be serviced by the Miele Professional Service Department. Maintenance interval 1 Call Service...
Problem solving guide Opening the drum door in the Drain the machine. event of a blocked drain outlet If the drain outlet is clogged, a large and/or power failure amount of water will be retained in the machine (up to 35 litres). Disconnect the machine from the mains electricity supply.
Problem solving guide Once the flow of water ceases: ^ Remove the drain filter completely. Cleaning the drainage system ^ Clean the drain filter thoroughly. ^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g. buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the filter housing. Turn the impeller by hand to check that it rotates freely.
Problem solving guide Opening the drum door Always make sure that the drum is stationary before reaching into the machine to remove laundry. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous. ^ Insert a suitable screwdriver (approx. 4 mm blade) into the opening next to the door lock and use it to release the catch.
Miele service technicians during servicing work for testing purposes and – the Miele Professional Service for updating the machine's programme Department (see back cover for data. contact details).
Installation Front view a Inlet hose (cold water) f Door with handle b Inlet hose (hot water) g Access to drain filter, drain pump or drain valve c Mains connection cable h Height adjustable feet d Control panel e Detergent dispenser drawer...
Installation Rear view a Mains connection cable f Adapter for external dispensing system b Installation shaft for communication g Drain hose (for machines with drain module pump) c Valve for recycled water h Transit bars d Inlet hose (hot water) i Restraining clip for inlet hose and e Inlet hose (cold water) drain hose...
Installation Side view Installing the machine ^ Transport the machine to its Bird's eye view installation site. Ensure the machine is stable during transportation. Do not lift the machine by the drum door. This machine is not suitable for building under a worktop. A washer and dryer should never be stacked.
Installation Installation on a raised plinth Payment system The machine can be installed on a steel This machine can be fitted with a plinth base (available open or closed) MIELE payment system.* or on a concrete plinth. The MIELE payment system can be set up by the Miele technician or If the machine is installed on an authorised dealer when the machine is...
Installation Installation surface Removing the transit bars Do not install the machine near or directly above an open gully or floor drain. Moisture from these can penetrate the machine and damage the electric components. Ensure that the machine feet and the floor are dry to prevent the machine from slipping during the spin cycle.
Installation To avoid the risk of injury the holes for the transit bars must be covered after they have been removed. If they are not covered there is a risk of injury. ^ Release the catch and turn the right hand transit bar anti-clockwise by 90°.
Installation Levelling the machine Ensure that the machine feet and the floor are dry to prevent the machine from slipping during the spin cycle. The machine must stand perfectly level on all four feet to ensure safe and proper operation. Incorrect installation may increase electricity and water consumption and may cause the machine to move about.
Installation Plumbing Connection to the cold water supply This machine is suitable for direct The cold water inlet hose (blue connection to mains drinking water. No stripes) must be connected to the special plumbing arrangements e.g. on-site cold water supply via a 3/4" break tanks are required.
Installation Hot water connection The programme durations may be To keep electricity consumption costs longer. down this machine can be connected to a (ring) piped hot water supply, max. ^ Unscrew the inlet hose (hot water - temperature 70°C.. It is not economical red stripes) to run it from an individual hot water ^ Plug the inlet connection with the cap...
Installation Water drainage * For a delivery head of more than 1 m (up to a max. of 1.6 m) a second Drain valve version duo-drain pump is available with the corresponding kit from the Miele Spare A motorised drain valve is used to drain Parts Department or your Miele Dealer.
Installation Electrical connection The machine is supplied with a mains cable with moulded plug for connection to a 230V mains supply. The voltage, rated load and fuse rating are given on the data plate. Please ensure these match the site mains supply.
Technical data Height 1020 mm Width 700 mm Depth 727 mm Depth with door open 1167 mm Weight 140 kg Max. load bearing in operation 2600 Newton (ca. 260kg) Capacity 10.0 kg dry laundry Voltage See data plate Rated load See data plate Fuse rating See data plate...
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