Miele PW 6241 Operating And Installation Instructions
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- Page 1 Operating and installation Instructions Commercial Washing Machine PW 6241 PW 6321 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the en-AU, NZ appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time. M.-Nr. 12 124 000...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Warning and Safety instructions..................Explanation of the safety instructions and warnings on the machine....... Correct application......................Preventing problems ......................Technical safety......................... Correct use........................10 Chlorine and component damage..................12 Accessories ........................13 Disposing of your old appliance..................13 Caring for the environment .................... 14 Guide to the machine ...................... - Page 3 Contents Cancelling a locked programme..................36 Skipping a programme ...................... 37 Optional modules (depending on country)..............38 Liquid dispensing ......................38 Deselecting dispensing ..................... 39 Amount to be dispensed ....................39 Commissioning the dispenser pumps................39 Dispenser calibration......................40 Cleaning and maintenance of the dispensing system............41 Peak load cut-out ......................
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Page 4: Warning And Safety Instructions
“Installation”, as well as in the “Warning and Safety instructions”. Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non- compliance with these instructions. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner. -
Page 5: Correct Application
Warning and Safety instructions Correct application The washing machine is only suitable for washing fabrics with a care label stating that they are suitable for machine washing. Any other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation of the machine. -
Page 6: Preventing Problems
Warning and Safety instructions This washing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety. - Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Be careful not to put your hands in the gap between door and frame when closing the drum door. If the dispensing drawer is open and the chute is missing, there is a risk of scalding due to splashing water. Only operate the machine with all attachments in place! ...
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Page 8: Technical Safety
It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested and, where there is any doubt, the on- site wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock). ... - Page 9 1000 kPa. Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Miele can only guarantee the safety standards of the machine when Miele replacement parts are used. If leakages occur, remedy their cause before operating the washing machine again.
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Page 10: Correct Use
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use The maximum dry laundry weight is 24 kg for PW 6241 and 32 kg for PW 6321. See the "Programme chart" for the maximum recommended loads for individual programmes. Before using the machine for the first time, ensure that the transit bars have been removed (see "Installation - Removing the transit bars"). - Page 11 If, however, you do wish to descale your washing machine, only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. Special descaling agent is available from Miele. Strictly observe the instructions for the descaling agent. ...
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Page 12: Chlorine And Component Damage
Warning and Safety instructions The application-technical recommendation of chemical washing additives does not mean that the appliance manufacturer is responsible for the effects of these addtives on the wash load and the washing machine. Note that product changes not disclosed by the manufacturer of these aids may affect the quality of the washing result. -
Page 13: Accessories
Warning and Safety instructions Accessories Only use genuine Miele spare parts and accessories with this machine. Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers will invalidate the warranty, and Miele cannot accept liability. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions. -
Page 14: Caring For The Environment
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing material The packaging is designed to protect the washing machine from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites. - Page 15 Caring for the environment Energy saving tips Energy and water - To get the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load consumption for the programme you are using. The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed.
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Page 16: Guide To The Machine
Guide to the machine Guide to the appliance ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ Emergency stop button Pressing the red button switches off the machine. Control panel Detergent dispenser drawer The flap can be opened by pulling the handle. Door handle The door handle is equipped with an anti-snap mechanism to ensure the safety function of the door lock. -
Page 17: Control Panel
Guide to the machine Control panel Display Cottons hygiene °C Cottons universal °C Cottons intensive °C When the machine is switched on the welcome screen will appear briefly, followed by the programme list. The last started programme is highlighted. Function buttons The six buttons underneath the display are the function buttons. -
Page 18: Function Buttons
Guide to the machine Function buttons When pressed, the function is activated and when pressed again, it is deselected. Stop/Finish The right-hand function button is used as the finish button after a programme has started. Pressing the button stops the selected programme or finishes a stopped programme. +... -
Page 19: Programme Card For The Operator
Guide to the machine Programme card for the operator There are no programmes on this card ex-works. Please refer to the programming instructions for information on how data is transferred from the controls to the card. If a card with saved programmes is placed in the card reader before the programme is started, the controls no longer access the internal programme memory. -
Page 20: Washing
Washing Using for the first time The machine must be commissioned by a Miele service technician or a technician authorised by Miele. Open the on-site shut-off valves for water and/or steam. Switch on the (on-site) main switch. ... -
Page 21: Max. Load
Washing Max. load (dry laundry) PW 6241 PW 6321 1 Cottons 90 °C 2 Cottons 60 °C 3 Cottons 60 °C intensive max. 24 kg max. 32 kg 4 Cottons 30 °C 5 Cottons 30 °C intensive 6 Cottons Eco short 7 Minimum iron 60 °C 8 Minimum iron 60 °C intensive max. -
Page 22: Washing With Dispenser Drawer
Washing Washing with dispenser drawer Adding detergent using the detergent dispensing drawer. For standard wash programmes, add the detergent for the main wash to the compartment and, if desired, add detergent for a pre-wash to the compartment. Add fabric softener to the front of the compartment. -
Page 23: Bleaching Agent
Washing Bleaching agent Only use bleach on fabrics with the Δ symbol on the wash care label. Liquid bleaching agents must only be dispensed through the designated dispensing compartment. Only then can it be guaranteed that the agent will be dispensed automatically during the 2nd rinse. Liquid bleaching agents should only be used on coloured textiles which have a wash care label stating that they are colour-fast and suitable for bleaching. -
Page 24: Water Hardness Levels
Washing Water hardness Water hardness Water Hardness in German scale levels range properties mmol/l °d Soft 0 - 1.3 0 - 7 Medium 1.3 - 2.5 7 - 14 Hard 2.5 - 3.8 14 - 21 Very hard above 3.8 above 21 Check with your local water supplier if you do not know the water hardness level in your area. -
Page 25: Selecting A Programme
Washing Selecting a programme - Turn the rotary selector to select a programme (e.g. Cottons programme 1). The following (for example) will appear in the display: Separate drain Cottons hygiene °C Cottons universal °C Selecting the Pre-wash, Starch stop or Without spin additional functions Confirm the selected programme by pressing the inner button on ... -
Page 26: Changes Before Starting The Programme
Turn the rotary selector to change the spin speed and press the rotary selector to confirm the setting. Maximum spin PW 6241 PW 6321 speeds 1100 rpm 1000 rpm Press the “START” button to start the wash programme. - Page 27 Washing Starting a Press the "START" button. programme The wash programme will start. After the programme has started, the programme sequence is shown in the display. Cottons hygiene 40°C Pre-wash °C Main wash Finish at 12:35 + ...
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Page 28: Opening The Drum Door After The Programme Has Finished
Washing Block 2nd rinse Programme step Wash time 1 Actual level Required level Actual temperature 35 °C °C Rqrd. temperature Cottons hygiene rpm: Rhythm Press the “Back” button. The display will automatically revert to the programme sequence. Opening the drum At the end of the programme, when the drum has stopped rotating door after the... -
Page 29: Procedure In The Event Of A Programme Interruption During Operation
Washing Procedure in the If the programme is interrupted when there is water remaining in the event of a machine or during a spin cycle, the following (for example) will appear programme in the display: interruption Cottons hygiene during operation Programme finished. -
Page 30: Washing By Card Operation
Washing by card operation Washing by card operation Cards with at least one programme are intended for a particular type of machine. Blank cards can be used in any machine. Switch on the machine with the I "Mains on" button. The welcome screen will appear in the display. -
Page 31: Laundry Load Operation
Washing by card operation Card fault Card incorrectly inserted in card reader. Insert the card into the card reader correctly. If the card is not suitable for this model of machine, the following message will appear in the display: Card contents Programmes on the card are only suitable for machine type ??. -
Page 32: Additional Functions
Additional functions Temporarily changing the language The display language can be changed temporarily via the flag symbol before starting the programme. The language selected is reset 5 minutes after the end of the programme when the door is opened. Cottons hygiene °C Cottons universal °C... -
Page 33: Start Time
Additional functions Start time A later wash start time can be allocated to a programme using the "Start time" button. Setting a start time Select the programme required. When a programme has been selected, the following (for example) appears in the display: 10,0 / 16,0 Cottons hygiene °C... -
Page 34: With Pre-Wash
Additional functions With Pre-wash For heavily soiled laundry, a Pre-wash can be added before the programme start in the standard programmes 1 to 10. Press the + "Block+" button. The following will appear in the display: Cottons hygiene 14,0 / 16,0 Pre-wash °C Main wash... -
Page 35: Without Spin
Additional functions Without spin "Without spin" can be selected in all standard programmes (except Extra spin) before the programme start. Press the “Without spin” button. The field will be highlighted in the display. Useful tip: The function can be deselected by pressing the button again. -
Page 36: Programme Cancellation
Additional functions Programme cancellation The programme can be cancelled as follows: Press the "Stop/Finish" button twice in succession. The programme is cancelled. If the programme is interrupted when there is water remaining in the machine or during a spin, the following will appear in the display: Cottons hygiene Programme stopped. -
Page 37: Skipping A Programme
Additional functions Cottons hygiene °C Main wash °C Rinse 1 Finish at 12:35 Skipping a programme The current programme can be shortened (skipped) or programme blocks can be repeated. Press the "Stop/Finish" button. The programme is stopped. Cottons hygiene Programme stop ... -
Page 38: Optional Modules (Depending On Country)
Optional modules (depending on country) Liquid dispensing a c b Dispenser pump Siphon Hose connection (suction side) Hose connection (pressure side) Leakage outlet Suction inlet opening Level sensor for level indicator. When the dispenser container is empty, the pump and the machine switch themselves off. Dispensing system fault Fill dispenser ??. -
Page 39: Deselecting Dispensing
Optional modules (depending on country) Deselecting dispensing Liquid dispensing can be switched off manually before the programme starts. Whites °C °C Cottons Cottons Intensive °C Switch liquid dispensing off manually using the “Dispensing off” function button. After the programme has started, no detergent will be dispensed via ... -
Page 40: Dispenser Calibration
Optional modules (depending on country) Dispenser calibration Dispenser calibration is used to measure the throughput of the individual dispenser pumps. To go directly to Press and hold multifunction button 2 and switch the machine on with “Mains on”. Dispenser calibration when Dispenser calibration Main menu ... -
Page 41: Cleaning And Maintenance Of The Dispensing System
Optional modules (depending on country) Dispenser calibration Dispenser pump 1 100 ml Press the multifunction button. Stop the pump by pressing the button, or the pump will stop automatically after 60 seconds. Measure the amount dispensed into the measuring vessel. ... -
Page 42: Communication Module
The machine can be connected to a PC (personal computer) using the communication module. The slot for the module is located on the back of the machine. An Editor programme is available for this from Miele. Operating data The module Operating data can be used to read or delete Operating data before a programme start or after programme end by pressing the ... - Page 43 Optional modules (depending on country) Useful tip: If the “Back” button is pressed or if the “START” button is not pressed within 30 seconds, the programme will not start and the display appears as before programme start.
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Page 44: Total Data
Optional modules (depending on country) Total data Operating data module Total data Programme data Select the Total data menu option. After selecting Total data, the following appears in the display (for example): Operating data module Total data ... -
Page 45: Programme Data
Optional modules (depending on country) Programme data Operating data module Programme data Delete data Select the Programme data menu option. After selecting Programme data, the following appears in the display (for example): Operating data module Programme data ... - Page 46 Optional modules (depending on country) Electrical energy : 12.5 kWh Gas energy : 0 kWh Steam energy : 0 kWh Total volume of water : 140 l Max. water temperature : 95 °C Max. drain temperature : 45 °C Programme change : 2 (after selecting and pressing the rotary selector, only the last 3 stops and 3 starts are displayed).
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Page 47: Delete Data
Optional modules (depending on country) Delete data Operating data module Programme data Delete data Delete data Select the menu option. Delete data After selecting , the following appears in the display: Delete data Operating data module Module : 21.02.2020 Total data... -
Page 48: Weighing System/Weighing Plinth
Optional modules (depending on country) Weighing system/Weighing plinth If the machine is equipped with a weighing plinth, the laundry load weight is displayed in 0.2 kg increments during loading. The maximum load weight for the selected programme is displayed beside it. Resetting the load Do not place items on the machine. -
Page 49: Problem Solving Guide
Problem solving guide The drum door cannot be opened. Press against the door handle, switch the machine off and on and then pull the door handle again. The safety catch of the door handle is disengaged The door handle has stopped working. It is no longer possible to open or close the drum door. -
Page 50: Power Failure During The Washing Process, Emergency Release Of The Door
Problem solving guide Power failure during the washing process, emergency release of the door In the event of a The programme stops in the last position reached and the following brief power message appears in the display once the power supply has been failure: restored: Power cut... - Page 51 Problem solving guide In the event of a prolonged power failure Switch the machine off. Switch off at the on-site mains electricity switch. Close the supply valves for water or steam, depending on heating type. To remove the laundry, first the drain valve must be opened manually and then the drum door manually unlocked.
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Page 52: Possible Causes Of Increased Foam Formation
Drum speed too high during washing (Profitronic controls) Reduce the drum speed and wash rhythm. Stretching of large items during spinning Large items (e.g. tablecloths) can get stretched during spinning. This can largely be prevented by reprogramming. Please contact Miele Professional Service. -
Page 53: Service Interval And Dguv Display
Problem solving guide Service interval and DGUV display If the following message appears in the machine display after “Mains on”, either a service or the annual DGUV check must be carried out. Service interval Call the Service Department. DGUV test ... - Page 54 Check the on-site drain system and press "START". A defective drain valve must only be repaired by Miele Professional Service. Dispensing system fault Fill dispenser ??. Press the start button. ...
- Page 55 Problem solving guide Card fault Card incorrectly inserted in card reader. Insert the card into the card reader correctly. ...
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Page 56: After Sales Service
Problem solving guide After sales service Contact Miele Professional Service in the case of any faults. When contacting the Miele Professional Service Department, please quote the model, serial number and material number of your machine. This information can be found on the data plate. The data plate is visible above the porthole glass when the drum door is open, or on the back of the machine at the top. -
Page 57: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Carry out cleaning and maintenance of the machine after use if possible. Do not use a pressure washer or hose to clean the machine. Clean the machine casing, control panel and plastic parts with a mild, non-abrasive detergent or with a soft damp cloth only. -
Page 58: Cleaning The Detergent Drawers, Detergent Compartments And Siphons
Cleaning and care Cleaning the detergent drawers, detergent compartments and siphons Clean the detergent drawer and the detergent compartments thoroughly with hot water as required to remove detergent residues and incrustations. If the machine is not going to be used for a longer time, leave the ... - Page 59 Cleaning and care Cleaning the drip Open the flap on the detergent drawer to an angle of 45° and lift out channel and the flap of the detergent drawer upwards on the right side. siphon If the drip channel and its drain connector are blocked, then these should be cleaned.
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Page 60: Drum Shaft Bearings
Cleaning and care Drum shaft bearings Once the service interval has been reached, the following message appears in the display: Lubricate drum bearings Call the Service Department. Press to remove this message. It appears after switching on the machine until the service technician has performed this work. -
Page 61: Meaning Of The Symbols On The Data Plate
Direct steam heating Spin speed Gas heating Drum capacity/Dry weight Field for test marks/identifiers Kinetic energy Sound emissions A-weighted noise power level Washing Spinning PW 6241 60 dB 82 dB PW 6321 60 dB 80 dB measured according to EN ISO 9614-2... -
Page 62: Installation
Installation The washing machine must be installed by a Miele service technician or by an authorised technician. This washing machine is only intended for items of laundry that have not been proofed with dangerous or inflammable substances. Remove packaging carefully with a suitable tool. -
Page 63: Water Connection
Installation The front plinth panel is screwed to the rear panel and the rear plinth panel is located under the machine cover, and they are both to be mounted after installation. The screws for this are in the accessory pack. Keep the transit bars in a safe place. -
Page 64: Connection To The Cold Water Supply Only
Hoses must be replaced with hoses tested for a burst pressure of at least 7000 kPa (70 bar) overpressure and for water temperatures of a minimum of 90 °C. This also applies for associated connection fittings. Miele original spare parts fulfil these requirements. The hot water supply must not exceed a maximum temperature of 70 °C. -
Page 65: Dosing Medium Connection At The Mixing Box
Installation Attach the backflow prevention device. Then screw the water intake hose onto the thread of the backflow prevention device. Turn on the tap gradually to test for leaks. If there is a leak, the connection might not be on securely, or it may have been screwed on at an angle. - Page 66 Installation Care must be taken to drill through the first wall (1) only, as there is a deflecting wall (2) 10 mm behind it. If the drilled out connections are no longer required, they must be resealed. Connections 3 to 12 are provided for liquid dispensing. These connections are sealed and must be cut to suit the diameter of the hose with a suitable hacksaw.
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Page 67: Electrical Connection
Installation Electrical connection The electrical connection must only be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician in accordance with local and national regulations. When installing a residual current device (RCD), it must be Type B. The electrical components of the machines PW 6241, PW 6321 comply with AS/NZS 60335-1, AS/NZS 60335-2-7. -
Page 68: Connecting The Dispenser Pumps (Depending On Country)
See the installation plan and installation instructions provided. The steam valve and the condensate separator are available from the Miele Professional Service Department. Once the machine has been successfully installed and connected, refit all the housing parts that were removed. -
Page 69: Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide 1. Preparing the laundry Only machine wash items which have a wash care label stating that they are suitable for machine washing or for wet cleaning. Empty all pockets. 2. Switching on the machine and loading the laundry Switch on the washing machine with the button. - Page 70 Quick Start Guide Liquid bleaching agents must only be dispensed through the designated dispenser compartment. 4. Selecting a programme by turning the rotary selector 5. Pressing the “START” button to start the selected wash programme If the message "Door lock fault" appears, proceed as follows: Door lock fault ...
- Page 72 Freemans Bay Auckland 1011 New Zealand Telephone: 0800 4 MIELE (0800 464 353) www.miele.com.au/professional sales@miele-professional.com.au Miele Global Headquarters: Miele & Cie. KG Carl-Miele-Straße 29, 33332 Gütersloh, Germany Alteration rights reserved / Publication date: 01.22 M.-Nr. 12 124 000 / 00 ...