Miele W 6073 Operating Instructions Manual

operating instructions before G installing or using the machine, to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 06 006 810

Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Guide to the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Washing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Preparing the wash load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Opening the drum door at the end of the programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Dispensing detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Fabric conditioner / Starch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Additional functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Coin operating mechanism/coin unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Programme changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Opening the drum door in the event of a power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Possible reasons for increased levels of foaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Explanation of symbols on the data plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Notes for the installer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Transit fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Connection to water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Contents M.-Nr. 06 006 810 3 The washer-extractor must be installed and commissioned by an approved Customer Service technician or authorised Service Dealer.

fore using this machine for the first time. They contain important information about the safety, use and maintenance of the machine. This will avoid the risk of acci- dents and damage to the machine. Appropriate use of the machine This washer extractor is only intended for items of laundry which have not been im- pregnated with dangerous or inflammable substances. Only machine wash articles which pos- sess a care label stating they are suit- able for machine washing. It is the operator’s responsibility to en- sure that the standard of disinfection in thermal as well as chemo thermal proce- dures is maintained (in accordance with § 18 IFSG) by carrying out suitable validation tests. These procedures should be checked on a regular basis, either thermo-electrically using loggers, or bacteriologically with bio indicators. The operator must pay particular attention to maintaining the correct parame- ters in the procedure, including temperature and with chemo thermal programmes the chemical concentration used. Disinfection programmes must not be interrupted, as this can have a limiting effect on the disinfection result. On no account must solvents of the kind used for dry cleaning be used in this ma- chine. There may be the danger of fire or ex- plosion. Never use or store petrol or petroleum based substances or any easily inflam- mable substances near the machine. Do not use the machine lid as a resting place. Danger of fire or explosion Technical and electrical safety The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between the appliance and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national regulations. It is most important that this basic safety re- quirement is regularly tested by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for the consequences of an in- adequate earthing system. Do not damage, remove or bypass the safety features and controls on the ma- chine. Where there is any damage to the ma- chine or to the cable insulation the ma- chine must not be used until it has been re- paired. Any removable outer panels must be in place, and all moving or electrical parts shielded before the machine is operated. The machine is only completely isolated from the electricity supply either when switched off at the wall isolator, or the mains fuse is withdrawn from the socket. Repairs to machines operating with elec- tricity, gas or steam should only be un- dertaken by a suitably qualified service en- gineer to ensure safety. Unauthorized repairs could be dangerous. Faulty components should only be ex- changed for Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaran- teed. The very best materials are used in the manufacture of this machine, and every care is taken in its manufacture. However, with time, deterioration of parts can occur, especially with rubber components such as hoses. This should be borne in mind if oper- ating the machine without supervision. Check the inlet hoses regularly for signs of deterioration and replace in good time, to avoid leaks and subsequent damage. Warning and Safety Instructions 4 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

spection and maintenance of this ma- chine must be observed. (In Germany this machine is subject to laundry regulations UVV (VBG7y), Sections 36 and 37, which stipulate that washer extractors with a kinetic energy of more than 1500 Nm must be checked once a year by a competent per- son for their operational safety and the re- sults entered in a test log (book) supplied with the machine for the German market, and which must be kept at the place of oper- ation and be available for inspection.) Use of the machine Never allow children to play in, on or near the washer extractor, or to operate it themselves. Please supervise its use by the elderly or infirm. Remember that the door porthole glass can become hot during the operation of the machine. Do not let children touch it. When washing with high temperatures steam can be emitted from the venting slot behind the machine. Do not grip between the suspended drum unit and the seal of the front panel cut-out during spin. Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove washing. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous. Water used for washing and rinsing must not be used as drinking water. It must be discharged into a proper sewerage system. The machine should only be operated unsupervised when there is a floor drain (gully) in the direct vicinity of the machine. To avoid flooding: If hooking the hose into a sink make sure that the water can flow away freely to avoid flooding. Secure the hose against slipping. The pres- sure of the water flowing out can push an unsecured hose out of the sink. Chlorine or agents containing chlorine are corrosive, and can under certain conditions lead to irreperable damage to components. Disinfecting and cleaning agents often have compounds containing chlorides in them. If these agents dry on to stainless steel surfaces, the residual chlorides will at- tack the steel and can cause rusting. To protect your machine from rust damage, we recommend only using chloride free dis- infecting and cleaning agents for washing and disinfecting programmes and for clean- ing stainless steel surfaces of the machine itself. If you are not sure about a particular agent, contact the manufacturer of that agent for advice. If you accidentally spill an agent containing chlorides on the machine it should be rinsed off with water and dried using a soft cloth. Proprietary dyes, dye removers and descaling agents may only be used in this machine if the manufacturer expressly states that they are suitable for use in a washing machine. There may be the danger of fire or explosion. Always follow the instructions of the chemical manufacturer when using cleaning agents and special application chemicals. Only use such chemicals for the purpose and in the situation specified by the manufacturer in order to avoid the danger of adverse chemical reactions and material damage. If in doubt check the suitability of the prod- uct for use in this machine with the manufac- turer before using it. Where a chemical cleaning agent is rec- ommended on technical application grounds, this does not imply that the manu- facturer of the machine takes responsibility for the effect of the chemical on the material of the items being cleaned or on the ma- chine. Please be aware that changes in formula- tion, storage conditions etc., which may not be publicised by the chemical producer, can have a negative effect on the cleaning result. Warning and Safety Instructions M.-Nr. 06 006 810 5

cleaners or hose down the machine. Use of accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may be invalidated. Disposal of old machines or appliances When disposing of an old washer extrac- tor first make it unusable. Disconnect from all services, cut off the cable and the plug from the cable. Make the door lock inoperative, so that chil- dren cannot accidentally shut themselves in. Make appropriate arrangements for the safe disposal of the appliance. All personnel working with this machine must be fully trained in all aspects of its use and safety. Keep these instructions in a safe place Warning and Safety Instructions 6 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are envi- ronmentally 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 they are offered for re- cycling. Disposal of your old machine Old machines contain materials which can be recycled. Please contact your local au- thorities or scrap merchant about potential recycling schemes, before disposing of the machine. See also the section under "Warning and Safety instructions". Caring for the environment M.-Nr. 06 006 810 7

1 -Detergent dispenser box 7 -Cable entry for extra equipment 2 -Control panel 8 -Cable entry for dispenser pumps 3 -Drum door 9 -Cable entry for power supply 4 -Front wall panel 10 -Venting socket 5 -Flap for suds filter/drainage system 11 -Cold water connection and emergency door release 12 -Hot water connection 6 -Four adjustable screw feet 13 -Opening for dispenser hoses 14 -Drainage hose (for suds pump version) 15 -Back wall 16 -Drainage (for drain valve version) 17 -Air gap (United Kingdom only) Control panel 1 2 3 4 1 -Temperature and time left display 2 -Push button switches 3 -Programme sequence indicator lights 4 -Programme and Temperature selector Guide to the machine 8 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

a Door Opens the drum door, releases the "With pre-wash" or "Starch" or "No final spin" buttons, if any of these had been pushed in. +i with Pre-wash Can be selected with programmes A, B, C, E m Starch Can be selected with programmes A, B, E, F w No final spin Can be selected with programmes A, B, C, D, E, F h Start Starts the programme Additional display Time display h(rs)/min(s) This display shows how long the wash programme still has to run. Indicator light m min lights up. or Temperature oC From 20 oC the temperature is shown rising in 5 oC-Steps. Indicator light p °C lights up. m min Time left p °C Temperature Programme sequence indicator lights Guide to the machine M.-Nr. 06 006 810 9 h min /°C On/Start Pre-wash Main wash Rinses Rinses Rinses / Starch Drain Final spin End Water inlet / drain

A Cottons D Wool E Short programme G Separate spin 1200 rpm. B Minimum iron F Separate rinse 900 rpm. C Delicates/Synthetics 600 rpm. Programme and Temperature selector Programmes A Cottons B Minimum iron C Delicates/Synthetics D Woollens E Short programme F Separate Rinse G Separate Spin H Separate Drain Detergent dispenser compartments Compartment i - Pre-wash Compartment j - Main wash Compartment y - Liquid bleach Compartment p - Fabric conditioner Guide to the machine 10 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

The first commissioning of the machine should be carried out only by a Miele ser- vice technician or an authorized Miele Service Dealer. It is essential that the machine is installed and connected to power, water and drain- age correctly. Washing out the machine Any residual lubricants and water from test- ing still in the machine should be flushed out as follows: ^ Do not load any laundry in the machine. ^ Add a little detergent to compartment j. ^ Turn the programme selector switch to the " A Cottons 60°C" programme. ^ Press the" h Start" button. ^ At the end of the proramme turn the programme and temperature selector to the " r End" position. Preparing the wash load ^ Empty all pockets. Foreign objects, (eg nails, coins, paper clips etc) can cause damage to textiles and components in the machine. Sort the laundry Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam. Sort the laundry by care label symbols. Only wash items in this machine which are stated by the manufacturer to be machine washable on the textile care label. Dark textiles often contain excess dye, and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load. Delicate textiles should be washed sepa- rately in a delicates programme. Loading the drum Unfold laundry and load loosely in the drum. For best results make up mixed loads of large and small items. This improves the washing effect and distributes the load better for spinning. Overloading reduces the wash result and causes more creasing. Washing M.-Nr. 06 006 810 11

A Cottons 7.5 kg B Minimum iron 3.0 kg C Delicates/Synthetics 1.5 kg D Woollens 1.5 kg E Short programme 7.5 kg ^ Shut the drum door Grasp the door in the open position and slam it shut, (mind your fingers). At first the door may shut with difficulty. This eases in due course. Make sure no items of washing are caught when the door is closed, or they could be damaged. ^ Open the on-site stopcock. ^ Switch on the on-site main switch. ^ Add detergent for the main wash to com- partment j - and if required detergent for the pre-wash to compartment i, fabric conditioner to compartment p and liquid bleach to compartment y . Programme selection ^ Select programme and temperature (e.g. programme A Cottons 95 oC). Washing 12 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

only with programmes A,B,C,E. Press the "+i with pre-wash" button. ^ Press the " h Start" button. - The indicator light " m min" goes out and the indicator light "p °C" lights up. - - The wash programme starts. Temperature display After the programme start the current suds temperature for the main wash is shown in 5°C-steps until the set temperature has been reached. The indicator light " p°C Temperature" lights up. Time display (Time left) Once the temperature set for the main wash has been reached the time left for the programme to run shows in the display in hours and minutes. The indicator " m min time" lights up. The time left counts down in 1 minute inter- vals. Opening the drum door at the end of the programme After the " r End " indicator lights up: ^ Press the " a Open door" button - the drum door opens. ^ Take out the washing. Only remove laundry from the machine once the drum has stopped turning, otherwise you may seriously injure yourself. Make sure the drum is empty, otherwise, when the machine is next used items may become damaged (e.g. shrink) or cause other laundry to discolour. If no more washing is to be done: ^ leave the drum door open. ^ switch the machine off. ^ turn off the stopcock(s). Washing M.-Nr. 06 006 810 13 ? ?

Hardness range Water quality Hardness level in mmol/l German hardness level °d I soft 0 – 1.3 0 - 7 II medium 1.3 – 2.5 7 - 14 III hard 2.5 – 3.8 14 - 21 IV very hard over 3.8 over 21 If you do not know the hardness level of the water in your area you should contact your local water authority for information. Dispensing detergent Add the right amount of detergent as recom- mended on the packaging. It is important to avoid overdosing as it can lead to excessive foam. Use a low foaming detergent. The amount dispensed will depend on the following: – the quantity of laundry – the water hardness level – the level of soiling. too little detergent results in the follow- ing: – The laundry will not be properly clean and will in time become grey and hard to touch. – Greasy particles cling to the laundry. – Lime deposits on the heater elements. too much detergent results in the follow- ing: – Excessive foam. – Low level of agitation. – Poor washing, rinsing and spin results. Fabric conditioner / Starch Bleaching agents Only use bleaching agents on textiles with the symbol y on the wash care label. Liquid bleaching agents must only be added to the compartment marked y. The agent will then be dispensed automatically during the 2nd rinse (cold bleaching). Liquid bleaching agents should only be used with coloureds if the textile manufac- turer’s wash care label states that the textile is colour fast and suitable for bleaching. For cold bleaching the 4th rinse must be programmed, (see Programmable func- tions). Fabric conditioner Dispense according to the manufacturer’s recommendations: ^ Open the lid of the compartment p. ^ Add fabric conditioner, but do not exceed the max. level mark. ^ Close the compartment lid. The conditioner is automatically dispensed in the last rinse. At the end of the programme a small amount of water remains in the fabric conditioner compartment. Dispensing detergent 14 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

^ Prepare and dispense the starch solution as stated on the packaging. Automatic dispensing of liquid starch ^ Pour the liquid starch into compartment p (do not exceed the marker level). ^ Close the compartment lid. Adding liquid or powder starch by hand ^ Select the programme required and also push in the "Starch m" button. The programme, and the "time left" indicator will pause before the last rinse. The starch "m " indicator light comes on. ^ Add starch formulation to compartment i. ^ Press the "m Starch" button to release it for the programme to continue. "w No final spin" can be selected to keep creasing to a minimum. The water is drained away, and the load can be taken dripping wet from the drum. Dispensing detergent M.-Nr. 06 006 810 15

programmes can be adapted to offer addi- tional functions. +i "with pre-wash" For heavily soiled or stained textiles in programmes A,B,C,E. m "Starching" For freshly washed textiles such as table cloths, napkins, work wear etc., in programmes A,B,E,F. w "without final spin" Washing which is not to be spun but taken dripping from the machine in programmes A,B,C,D,E,F. Changing programme sequence The programme can be changed at any time where it makes sense. ^ Turn the programme selector to the re- quired programme. The new programme will carry on at the relevant stage. Exceptions: If the programme selector has been turned through " r End". Opting into or out of the following programmes: – F Separate rinse – G Separate spin or – H Separate drain breaks off the programme. The " h Start" button must be pressed in again to start the required programme. When working through a coin unit or coin counter the programme is locked after 3 minutes and no changes are possible. Cancelling a programme Turn the programme selector to " r End". The indicator lights flash through the other programme stages until the " r End" light is reached. To omit a programme stage ^ Turn the programme selector to " r End". As soon as the programme sequence light for the stage at which the programme should continue starts flashing: Turn the selector switch to the appropriate programme within 3 seconds. To repeat a programme stage A programme stage must have been fin- ished before it can be repeated: ^ turn the programme selector switch to " r End". When" r End" illuminates in the sequence display: ^ Select the new programe required. ^ Press the " h Start" button. ^ After approx. 5 seconds, turn the programme selector switch to " r End" again. As soon as the indicator light of the programme stage to be repeated starts flashing: ^ turn the programme selector switch to the appropriate programme within a period of 3 seconds. Additional functions 16 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

tions or change programme sequences. See Programme changes. Any changes to the standard machine ver- sion must be noted on a card left with the machine as a record for any subsequent servicing work. This is of particular impor- tance for the service technician, when elec- tronic units may need to be exchanged. Coin operating mechanism/coin unit Selecting a programme with a coin unit in use ^ Open the on-site stopcock(s). Switch on the on-site mains switch. ^ Select a programme and temperature. m "Starching", w "without final spin" are not available with coin operation. ^ Add detergent and any fabric conditioner. ^ Insert coins/tokens. ^ Press the " h Start" button. Coin unit C 5002, C 5003, C 4060 Coins or tokens are "lost" if any of the follow- ing are done after the coins have been in- serted but before the " h Start" button has been pressed: – the machine door is opened, – the programme selector has been turned past " r End" to another programme. – a programme is interrupted for more than 20 seconds with the coin time counter. Note for the user: Coins and tokens should be emptied on a regular basis to ensure the coin box does not get jammed full. Additional functions M.-Nr. 06 006 810 17

re-programming Programmes can be changed individually to accommodate different wash processes and methods. 20 Programmable functions can be changed with up to 4 Options. Before starting: The on-site mains switch must be switched on. A previous programme must be completed. The drum door must be open. All the other buttons must be inoperative, i.e. not pushed in. The programme selector must be at the " r End" position. To access programming mode ^ After the drum door is shut the " +i with pre-wash" button must be pressed in and released twice within 4 seconds. - A " P " (for Programming) appears in the display. - The programme sequence indicators "Pre-wash" and "Main wash" flash. - Re-programming can be carried out (see example). Programme changes 18 M.-Nr. 06 006 810 ?

the main wash from 10 minutes to 5 or 15 or 20 minutes. 15 minutes is required. Option 3 corresponds to 15 mins.; see Programme Change Chart No.8 / B 95 Tem- perature holding time in minutes. ^ Turn the programme selector to B / 95 oC. " P8 " flashes in the additional display. ^ Press the "h Start" button 3 times. The following appear one after another in the additional display P 1 (10 minutes), P 2 (5 minutes), P 3 (15 minutes). ^ Press the " a " open door button. - Pressing the " a " open door button saves the change in memory and completes the programming process. ^ Please enter this programming change in the table on the following page. ^ Turn the programme selector to the " r End" position. See the next page for further possible pro- gramming changes. Programme changes M.-Nr. 06 006 810 19 ? ?

Options No. Programme function 1 Standard 2 3 4 Enter pro- grammed op- tions Additional pre-wash 1 A 95 Wash time: (mins) no pre-w. 5 9 2 A Water level: low high Pre-wash 3 A 60 Select pre-wash viabutton gen/llyyes 4 A Wash times: (mins) 8 11 16 6 5 A 40 Temperature: (°C) 35 45 60 24 6 A Water level: low high Main wash 7 B 95 Thermostop &. Heating active yes no 8 B Temp. holding time/mins 10 5 15 202 9 B 60 Water level: low high 10 B Suds cooling: (secs) 25 20 30 11 B 40 Temp. in Wool prog. 30 25 Rinses 12 B Increase water level no1 slightly1 average1 high 13 C 60 No.ofrinsecycles 3 43 53 2 14 C Rinse hold no yes Final spin 15 C 30 Pre-spin no yes* Special functions May only be changed by service technician. 16 C Switching over Sep.rinse Hygiene 17 D Water inlet KW+WW KW KW-hard KW-soft KW+Hot ter-water 18 D 30 Max. Temperature in HW: (°C) 90 85 80 19 D Separate spin free yes no 20 E 40 3 external disp. pumps comb. 1 comb. 2 comb. 3 comb. 4 1) Load dependent if no. 2,6,9 has a standard setting KW = Cold-Water 2) chemothermal Disinfection Temp.= 60°C WW= Hot water 3) with bleach select 4 or 5 rinses. HW = Main wash * standard setting Programme changes 20 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

Clean the casing with a mild non-abrasive detergent or soap and water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. Clean the facia panel with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth. The drum and any other stainless steel parts can be cleaned using a proprietary stainless steel cleaner according to the manufac- turer’s instructions. Do not use any scouring agent or solvent cleaner. If you are unsure about a particular product or need further advice please contact your nearest Miele Sales office. See back page for address. Remove any deposits from the door seal with a damp cloth. Build-up of rust The drum and suds container are manufac- tured from rust-free stainless steel. It is, however, possible that water with a high iron content or foreign bodies in the wash, (e.g. paper clips or metal buttons), may lead to the formation of superficial rust spots in the drum and/or suds container, especially if the machine is not used for a long time. Stainless steel components should be cleaned regularly with a proprietary cleaning agent for stainless steel. This must be done if rust appears! Door seals should also be regularly checked to make sure that nothing has got trapped in them. Clean them regularly. Cleaning the drainage system Machine with Drain pump: Check the fluff filter initially after 3-4 washes to ascertain how often it is likely to require cleaning. ^ Switch the machine off, (either open the door or switch off at the isolator). ^ Open the drain access flap. ^ Place a 2 litre capacity dish underneath the drain fixture. ^ Turn the fluff filter lid round 2-3 times. Do not take it right out. Approx. 2 litres of wa- ter will drain out of the hose. If the drain outlet is clogged, more water will be retained in the machine, (max. 30 l). In this case, screw the fluff filter back into posi- tion and empty the dish before repeating the procedure as often as necessary. Cleaning and Care M.-Nr. 06 006 810 21

high temperature, water draining out of the machine will still be hot. ^ Once the flow of water ceases, remove the fluff filter completely and clean it. ^ Remove any foreign bodies (e.g. buttons, coins, etc) and fluff. ^ Turn the impeller by hand to check that it is free to rotate. Any foreign objects causing an obstruction should be removed. ^ Clean inside the fluff filter housing. Remove any deposits of lime scale and detergent or foreign bodies from the thread of the filter housing and filter unit. Screw the fluff filter back into position and close the access panel. Cleaning the filters in the water inlet The washing machine has the following fil- ters to protect the inlet valves: – in the free end of any water inlet hose, – in the water inlet valve(s) for connection hose to machine. To clean the filter in the inlet hose: ^ Close the stopcock. ^ Carefully unscrew the knurled coupling connecting the inlet hose to the stopcock. ^ Remove the rubber seal from the recess. ^ Using pointed pliers, take hold of the plas- tic filter bar, remove the filter and clean. ^ Put the filter and seal back in the reverse order. The filters in the inlet hose should be checked and cleaned approx. every 6 months. Inspect the inlet hose which is subjected to high pressure while the machine is in opera- tion. The hose should be replaced if there are small cracks in the surface, or if it has been otherwise damaged. If replacing the inlet hose only use a hose able to withstand pressure up to 70 bar. Miele’s own hoses meet this requirement. Cleaning and Care 22 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

^ Using pliers, carefully loosen the ribbed plastic nut on the inlet valve, and unscrew. ^ Use water pump pliers to withdraw the plastic filter by the bar (see illustration). ^ Clean and put back in the reverse order. The machine must not be used without the two dirt filters being put back in place ^ After use the detergent box should be cleaned with warm water to remove any detergent residues. ^ The siphon tubes in compartments § and y should also be cleaned. ^ Unscrew the screws next to the siphon tubes. ^ Pull the siphon tubes upwards to remove for cleaning in warm water. Replace in the reverse order (the siphon tubes must be hooked in correctly). If the machine is not going to be used for a longer period of time (4 weeks or more) the drum should be rotated several times after the last use. The drum should be ro- tated every 4 weeks to prevent damage to the bearings. Cleaning and Care M.-Nr. 06 006 810 23

this machine should only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person. Unauthorized repairs could be dangerous. There are, however, minor faults which can be corrected without contacting the Service Department. Opening the drum door in the event of a power failure Drain pump version: ^ Turn the programme selector to " r End". ^ Open the drain panel and drain off any wa- ter, (see "Cleaning and Care"). ^ Press against the drum door and pull on the emergency door opening mechanism (see illustration). Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching in to remove washing. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous. Drain valve version: ^ Turn the programme selector to " r End". ^ Open the drain valve access flap (see "Cleaning and care)". ^ Press the emergency release lever down- wards, (see illustration) and hold down un- til no more water drains out. ^ Press against the drum door and pull on the emergency door opening mechanism (see illustration). Problem solving guide 24 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

The "I On/ Start" indicator light does not light up. Check that the door is properly closed, the mains plug is plugged in and that the fuse or circuit breaker has not tripped. The check light " p " flashes, although the programme has finished as usual. The water inlet system is partially blocked: ^ Stopcocks not fully opened. ^ Inlet hose kinked or trapped. ^ The water pressure is too low. ^ The filters in the inlet hoses are clogged (see "Cleaning and Care"). The indicator light goes out when the programme selector switch is turned to the " r End" position. The check light " p " flashes, the " r End", indicator light is on, but the laundry in the machine has not been washed. The water inlet system is turned off. ^ Turn the programme selector switch to " r End". ^ Turn on the water supply at the stopcocks. ^ Select a programme. ^ Press the " h Start" button. If little or no water is taken in during the next programme, the water pressure may be too low. If it is adequate there may be a technical fault. In this case, call your local service dealer or the Miele Service Department. The indicator light " q " is flashing. Check whether the drainage system is clogged. ^ Clean as described under the section "Cleaning and Care". The Pre-wash indicator light " i " is flashing in the sequence display. Start the programme again. If the indicator still flashes call the Service Department. The Main wash indicator light " j " flashes during, or after the end of a programme. If it also flashes on the next programme there is a technical fault. Call the Service Department. Despite adequate water supply pressure, the machine takes a long time to fill. The filters in the water inlet might be blocked. Clean as described under the sec- tion "Cleaning and Care". Large amounts of unused detergent re- main in the dispenser. Water supply pressure is too low. ^ Clean filters (as described in the section "Cleaning and Care"). ^ Check if the water flow through the stop- cock is 5 litres in 15 seconds. Washing powder becomes viscous when used together with a water softener. ^ In future pour washing powder into the de- tergent dispenser before adding water softener. Fabric conditioner or bleaching agent is not completely dispensed or water re- mains in the dispensing compartment. The siphon tube is either incorrectly posi- tioned or clogged. ^ Lift the lid and remove the siphon. ^ Rinse out the dispenser compartment and the siphon with warm water. Problem solving guide M.-Nr. 06 006 810 25

levels of foaming – detergent type ^ Only use detergent formulated for use in commercial washer extractors. Domestic laundry detergent is not suitable. – overdosing of detergent ^ Dispense detergent following the deter- gent manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging and in accordance with local water hardness levels. – detergent creates too much foam ^ Use a lower foaming detergent or contact your detergent application specialist. – very soft water ^ In areas with hardness level 1 dispense less detergent in accordance with the de- tergent manufacturer’s instructions. – soiling level of the laundry ^ For lightly soiled laundry dispense less de- tergent in accordance with the detergent manufacturer’s instructions. – residues, e.g. detergent are left on laundry ^ Run an additional pre-wash without deter- gent and without selecting a temperature. Laundry which has been soaked before washing must be thoroughly rinsed before running a wash programme. – small loads ^ Reduce the amount of detergent dis- pensed according to the size of the load. Laundry is either not spun at all or not spun satisfactorily. ^ The " w No final spin" button was pushed in. ^ The machine was not able to distribute the laundry load evenly. To protect the ma- chine, laundry was either only spun at a re- duced speed or not at all. ^ Large items which tangle or roll up in the drum (e.g. bath mats) can cause an imbal- ance during the spin cycle. For safety reasons, the machine does not spin if this is the case. Attempts to build up spin speed are repeated, however, until the time allocated to spinning has expired. ^ It is therefore important to make up mixed loads consisting of large and small items. ^ The drain system may be clogged. Clean as described in section "Cleaning and Care". The " n " indicator light flashes. The machine has switched off because of serious imbalance. ^ Switch the on-site mains switch off and then on again or open the drum door with the emergency release as described in "Opening the door in a power cut". The machine shakes during the spin cy- cle. The most likely cause is that the four ma- chine feet are not resting securely on the floor. ^ Level the machine as described in "Notes for the installer". Problem solving guide 26 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

nearest authorized Service Dept. When contacting the Service Department, please quote the model type, (Typ), the ma- chine number, (Fabr.-Nr.) und Part-no. (M.-Nr.). These can be found on the data plate: With the door open at the top of the door ring, or: at the rear of the machine towards the top. Only use genuine spare parts. When order- ing spare parts the Spare Parts Dept will also need to know the model type (Typ), ma- chine number (Fabr.-Nr.) and Part-no. (M.-Nr.). After sales service M.-Nr. 06 006 810 27

2 Machine number/year of manufacture* 3 Voltage/Frequency 4 Control fusing 5 Drive motor 6 Plate diameter*/Plate quantity* 7 Drum data 8 Drum diameter/drum depth 9 Spin speed 10 Drum volume/Laundry dry weight 11 Kinetic energy 12 Ex. time to top speed 13 Braking time 14 Heating 15 Electric heating 16 Fusing (on site) 17 Steam heating indirect* 18 Steam heating direct* 19 Gas heating* 20 Commissioning date 21 Water registration DVGW-test cert (Water)* 22 Field for CE test symbol.... (Product-ID-No./Gas)* *) not applicable to W 6073 Noise emission During wash During spin 58.5 dB 74.3 dB (measured in Germany in accordance with DIN (IEC) 45 635, machine noise regulations 3. GSGV p1. 1.a) Explanation of symbols on the data plate 28 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

and commissioned by an approved Cus- tomer Service technician or authorised Service Dealer. Installation A concrete floor is the most suitable installa- tion surface. Please note: ^ The machine must be level and securely positioned. ^ Do not install the machine on a ‘soft’ base such as floorboards as this could result in more vibration during the spin cycles. ^ If the machine is installed on a raised plinth it should be secured using the butt straps supplied with the machine. If there is not already a concrete plinth on-site, the Miele Spare Parts department of- fer a steel plinth. The steel plinth must be se- cured to the floor, (see the enclosed installa- tion plan). To avoid the possibility of frost damage on no account install the machine in a room which is exposed to frost. Transit fittings When the machine has been installed in its final position, only then remove the red tran- sit fittings marked "A", "B". and "C". Front transit fitting The front panel must be taken off, (2 internal torx T20 screws at the bottom) in order to re- move the front transit fitting (3 SW-13 screws). Rear transit fitting The rear panel must be taken off, (just loosen 15 internal torx T20 screws at the bot- tom) in order to remove the rear transit fitting (3 SW13 screws each). The machine must not be moved without the transit fittings in place. Notes for the installer M.-Nr. 06 006 810 29 "A" (1 piece) "B" (1 piece) "C" (1 piece)

all the outer panels in place. The transit fittings should be stored in a safe place for future use. They must be re-fitted if the machine is moved again. Do not install the machine on carpeted flooring if the carpet pile blocks the venti- lation gap at the base of the machine. Levelling The machine must stand level to ensure smooth operation. The adjustable feet can compensate for an uneven base. ^ Screw the foot or feet out until the machine stands level. ^ Hold the foot tight using a pipe wrench. ^ Tighten the counternut using a screwdriver as indicated. Connection to water supply Connection must be made to the water sup- ply via a stopcock which conforms with local and national regulations. This work must be carried out by a suitably qualified and com- petent person. To ensure the machine is correctly con- nected please observe the installation plan and the installation instructions supplied with the machine. See the installation diagram supplied for in- structions on connection to the water supply and for drainage. The inlet pressure hoses supplied with the machine must be used for connection to the water supply. To ensure the hot water inlet hose (marked 90°C) lasts for many years it is advised not to use it on a hot water connection supplying water hotter than 70°C. If replacing an inlet hose only use a hose able to withstand a burst pressure of at least 70 bar and a temperature of 90°C. This also applies to all connection parts. Miele "Original" spare parts are tested to this standard. A water pressure flow rate of at least 1 bar, maximum 10 bar is essential to ensure the smooth operation of this machine. Water taken into the machine must not ex- ceed a temperature of 70°C. Connection to cold water only -See the Installation Plan provided. Notes for the installer 30 M.-Nr. 06 006 810

The machine drains via a drain pump with a delivery head of max. 1 metre. The 1.5 m long drain hose must not be kinked as this restricts drainage. The swivel elbow at the end of the hose can be turned or detached. Drainage possibilities: ^ Direct into a sink: (for the drain pump ver- sion). Hook the hose over the edge and secure. Make sure the water can flow away freely to avoid flooding and to prevent water from being sucked back into the machine. ^ Connected securely to a standpipe. ^ Connected securely to a plastic drain pipe with a rubber nipple. There is no need for a non-return valve. ^ Via a floor drain (gully). - Machines with a Drain Valve The machine empties through a motor con- trolled drain valve. A DN 50 angle connector can be used to make connection to an on-site drainage system, (sink box with odour trap). Electrical connection All electrical work must be carried out by a suitably competent person in compliance with national and local regulations. Please take note of the Installation diagram and the Wiring diagram. They are important for electrical connection. The electrical safety of this machine is in ac- cordance with IEC 335. The minimum suds level required for activat- ing the heating is 45 mm column of water The voltage and frequency are given on the data plate. The machine must only be con- nected if these match the mains supply. The motor is fitted with an overload protec- tion switch. For extra safety it is advisable to install a re- sidual current device with a trip current of 30 mA (in accordance with DIN VDE 0664, VDE 0100, Section 739). When switched off there must be an all-pole contact gap in the isolator switch (including switch, fuses and relays according to VDE 0660). Nominal rated load and fuse rating are given on the data plate. Ensure that these are compatible with the electricity supply. WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Connection should be made via a suitable isolator which complies with national and lo- cal regulations, and the on/off switch should be easily accessible for servicing work. When installation and connection have been completed all removable outer pan- els must be re-fitted before the machine is operated. Notes for the installer M.-Nr. 06 006 810 31

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