Miele PLW 8617 Operating instructions
Operating Instructions
Laboratory Glassware Washer
PLW 8617
To prevent accidents and machine damage,
read these instructions before installation or
use.
en - US, CA
M.-Nr. 11 463 470
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Contents
Guide to the manual ........................................................................................................ 6
Proper use........................................................................................................................ 7
User profiles..................................................................................................................... 8
Machine description........................................................................................................ 9
Machine overview.............................................................................................................. 9
Control elements on the display........................................................................................ 11
Main menu..................................................................................................................... 11
Program start display .................................................................................................... 13
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................... 18
Symbols on the machine................................................................................................... 23
Main menu........................................................................................................................ 24
Main menu......................................................................................................................... 24
Actions in theMain menu.............................................................................................. 24
Changing the display language ................................................................................. 25
Login........................................................................................................................... 25
Logout ........................................................................................................................... 26
Printing documentation ................................................................................................. 26
Opening and closing the door....................................................................................... 26
Application technology ................................................................................................... 27
General information........................................................................................................... 27
Transfer trolley ............................................................................................................... 27
Load carriers ................................................................................................................. 27
Arranging the wash items.............................................................................................. 28
Preparing the wash items.............................................................................................. 29
Before starting a program ............................................................................................. 31
At the end of a program ................................................................................................ 31
Laboratory glassware and utensils .................................................................................... 32
Program overview.............................................................................................................. 33
General program information ............................................................................................ 34
Programs for specific soiling ............................................................................................. 35
Programs for specific wash items ..................................................................................... 36
Additional programs.......................................................................................................... 37
Service program................................................................................................................ 37
Chemical processes and technology ............................................................................ 38
Dispensing liquid process chemicals............................................................................ 42
Dispensing systems .......................................................................................................... 42
Containers for process chemicals................................................................................. 43
Filling containers with process chemicals..................................................................... 43
Filling the dispensing system ........................................................................................ 44
Operation.......................................................................................................................... 45
Switching the machine on and off..................................................................................... 45
Loading the wash cabinet ................................................................................................. 45
Selecting a program .......................................................................................................... 46
Selecting a load carrier.................................................................................................. 46
Selecting programs from Favorites ............................................................................... 47
Starting a program ............................................................................................................ 48
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Program sequence ............................................................................................................ 48
End of program.................................................................................................................. 49
Canceling a program......................................................................................................... 49
Program cancellation with manual disinfection ............................................................. 49
Delay start ......................................................................................................................... 50
Network connection........................................................................................................ 51
Network connection .......................................................................................................... 51
Network protocols............................................................................................................. 52
Process documentation .................................................................................................... 52
System settings ............................................................................................................... 53
System .............................................................................................................................. 53
Network connections ........................................................................................................ 53
Changing the PIN .......................................................................................................... 54
Granting write permissions............................................................................................ 55
Configuring the printer .................................................................................................. 56
Configuring the network................................................................................................ 57
Machine functions ............................................................................................................. 58
Automatic system test................................................................................................... 58
Carrying out self-disinfection (optional)......................................................................... 59
Starting the continuous program................................................................................... 60
Filling the dispensing system ........................................................................................ 61
Dispensing system setup .............................................................................................. 61
Calibrating the conductivity meter ................................................................................ 63
Carrying out a program test .......................................................................................... 64
Restarting .......................................................................................................................... 66
Opening the data plate Menu............................................................................................ 66
Managing favorites............................................................................................................ 67
Maintenance measures................................................................................................... 68
Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 68
Routine checks.................................................................................................................. 69
Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................................ 70
Cleaning the spray arms.................................................................................................... 71
Cleaning the machine........................................................................................................ 73
Locking the display ....................................................................................................... 73
Checking mobile units, modules, and inserts ................................................................... 75
Built-in printer (optional) .................................................................................................... 76
Replacing the paper roll ................................................................................................ 76
Thermal paper ............................................................................................................... 77
Fault messages and instructions................................................................................... 78
Representation of faults on the display............................................................................. 78
In the main menu........................................................................................................... 78
In the program sequence .............................................................................................. 78
Technical faults on the machine ........................................................................................ 79
List with active messages ............................................................................................. 79
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................. 80
Technical faults without fault number............................................................................ 81
After sales service........................................................................................................... 82
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Contents
Electrical connection ...................................................................................................... 83
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ................................................................................ 84
Plumbing .......................................................................................................................... 85
Technical details .............................................................................................................. 86
Disposing of your old machine ...................................................................................... 88
Appendix .......................................................................................................................... 90
User rights in theMain menu ............................................................................................ 90
User rights in the Systemmenu ........................................................................................ 91
Power levels of the programs/mobile units/module combinations ................................... 92
Optional extras .................................................................................................................. 95
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Guide to the manual
Warnings
Information which is important for safety is highlighted in a thick
framed box with a warning symbol. This alerts you of potential danger of injury to people or damage to property.
Read these warning notes carefully and observe the instructions
and codes of practice described.
Notes
Notes contain information that is particularly important to follow.
They are highlighted by a thickly framed box.
Additional information and comments
Additional information and comments are contained in a simple
frame.
Operating steps
Operating steps are indicated by a black square bullet point.
Example:
Select an option using the arrow buttons and save your choice with
OK.
Display
Certain functions are shown in display messages using the same font
as used for the function itself in the display.
Example:
Menu Settings .
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Proper use
The PLW 8617Laboratory Glassware Washer is designed to reprocess laboratory glassware, utensils, and similarly categorized components using water-based media.
Appropriate use
Reprocessing encompasses the cleaning, rinsing, and – where necessary – thermal disinfection and drying of the following wash items:
- Vessels such as beakers, flasks, cylinders, and test tubes
- Measuring vessels such as measuring cylinders, volumetric flasks,
and pipettes
- Dishes such as petri dishes and watch glasses
- Plates such as slides and sequencing plates
- Small items such as lids, magnetic stirring rods, spatulas, and stoppers
- Other items such as boxes, plastic flasks and containers, metal
parts, pipe and hose pieces, and funnels
The Laboratory Glassware Washer is generally referred to as “the machine” in these operating instructions. The term “wash items” is used
wherever the items to be reprocessed are not defined in any further
detail. The term “wash water” is used for the mixture of water and
process chemicals.
Reprocessing is carried out in conjunction with:
- Process chemicals which are tailored to the result of the reprocessing
- Load carriers which are tailored to the wash items
Observe the information issued by the manufacturer of the wash
items.
Inappropriate use
The PLW 8617Laboratory Glassware Washer may not be used for
any purposes other than the appropriate use described. This applies
in particular to:
- The reprocessing of medical devices suitable for reprocessing
- Use in the restaurant industry
- Residential or household use
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User profiles
User administration
Access to the machine is restricted to a certain group of people. Authorized users are entered in User management via the machine’s
web interface. User managementis described in the programming
manual.
A User ID and PIN are required for the user Login on the machine.
User actions such as starting a reprocessing program are saved. User
data is read out on the Reprocessing report, for example.
User profiles
Day-to-day use
Service work
Administration
For day-to-day use, operators must be instructed on the basic functions and how to load the machine and must also be trained regularly.
They must have a basic knowledge of machine reprocessing of laboratory glassware and utensils.
Day-to-day work is carried out using the following user levels:
- Without message
- Automatic
- Operator
Modifications to the machine, such as on-site conditions, require additional specific knowledge of the machine.
They are carried out using the following user levels:
- Technician
- Administrator
Changes to the reprocessing process and performance testing also
require specialist knowledge about machine reprocessing of laboratory glassware and utensils, and about process technology.
They are carried out using the following user level:
- Administrator
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Infeed and out-
1
2
3
5
6
4
feed side
Machine description
Machine overview
a
Service cover for Miele Technical Service
b
I/0 power switch
c
Display
d
Docking system for transfer trolleys,
service cover lock
e
Service cover
f
Door closed
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Machine description
1
2
3
4
7
8
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Infeed and outfeed side without
service cover
a
Door open
b
Water supply for load carriers
c
Filter combination
d
Connections for Miele Technical Service
e
Drawer with containers and connections for process chemicals
f
Data plate
g
Lower machine spray arm
h
Upper machine spray arm
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Control elements on the display
Reprocessing
Favorites
Documentation
System
Main menu
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Main menu
The machine display shows the control panel light on a black background. In these operating instructions, the display is shown as
black on a light background in order to improve legibility.
a
Header
b
Display language selected
c
Current user
d
Buttons to call up sub-menus
e
Footer
Buttons in the main menu/ header
Buttons for all enabled actions are displayed in the footer.
If a menu is split across several pages, a scroll bar will be displayed
above the footer. Swipe the display or tap the scroll bar to scroll between the pages.
Symbol Description/function of the button
Locks the display, e.g., for surface disinfection
Opens the Select display languagemenu.
Opens the login or logout dialog, e.g., to switch users
The language currently set is indicated after the symbol,
e.g., US
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Machine description
Symbols in the
main menu
Buttons in the main menu/ footer
Buttons in the submenus/
footer
Symbol Description/function of the button
Reprocessing
Favorites Opens the list of favorites
Documentation Opens the list of available wash reports
System
Information
Please wait – screen is loading
Symbol Description/function of the button
Warning present, opens the Messageslist
Fault present, opens the Messageslist
Opens the door
Closes the door
The door is locked
Symbol Description/function of the button
Leaves menu, goes back to previous menu level, does not
save entries
Opens the list of reprocessing programs
which are assigned to the load carrier
Opens the configuration menu, e.g., for
network settings or to change the PIN
OK Confirms entries
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Machine description
1:06
user/
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Universal
Time left
Program start display
Once the A 500load carrier, for example, has been selected in the
Reprocessingmenu and the associated Universalreprocessing program has been confirmed, the following is displayed:
The pictogram of the load carrier and the selected reprocessing program are displayed in the header.
The duration and a progress bar are shown on the display.
The color of the progress bar corresponds to the current machine
status:
- Black for ready for operation
- White for an ongoing reprocessing program
- Green for a reprocessing program that has been successfully completed
- Yellow for warnings
- Red for faults
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Machine description
Program start/program sequence
buttons/symbols
Heat-up
context menu (optional)
Symbol Description/function of the button
Program start
Program cancellation
Opens the input screen for selecting the start time
Door locked
Shows the program sequence display in the default view
In/Out
Displays the program sequence as a diagram
Selects the steam heating method
Selects the electric heating method
+ Selects the electric and steam heating method
(next to
the
progress
bar)
This context menu is only available in machines where it is possible
to switch the energy supply from electric to steam.
The energy source for heating can be changed before and during the
program sequence. The selected setting is used for heating up the
wash water and the DI water in the DI water tank.
Schematic program sequence display, contains information for Miele Technical Service
Displays the current faults and warnings in the progress
bar
The selected setting is applied permanently in the machine controls.
Press the button to open the context menu.
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Machine description
0:25
°C
167 °F
Duration
Universal
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Program block
Temperature
Main wash 1
Example of a program sequence
display
After the program has started, the following display is shown:
The current program phase and the temperature reached are also
shown on the display.
The progress bar indicates the ratio between the duration and the
time left.
Program sequence display context menu
During the program sequence, you can choose between 4views:
- Standard –
- Table –
- In/Out chart – In/Out
- Graphical –
Press the button to open the context menu.
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Machine description
Program cycle display – table view
Once you have switched to the table view using the button, the
following data is displayed:
- Block name
- Program phase countdown
- Holding time
- Program parameters with the associated target and actual values
and the minimum and maximum values reached
It is possible to scroll to other pages using the scroll bar.
The maximum possible program parameters are:
- Material number and Date of manufacture of the mobile unit
- Cycle number
- User information: First name, Last name, User level
- Temperature of the wash water, sensor 1 and 2 measured values
- Temperature in the dispensing phases 1–3, sensor 1 and 2 measured values
- Temperature of the air during internal drying in phases 1 and 2
- Temperature of the air during external drying in phases 1 and 2
- Water volumes in the program step and the program phase
- Dispensing quantities of the used dispensing systems
- A0-Value
- Conductivity in the water intake and drainage
- Wash pressure for the internal wash water circuit and the PowerPulseCleaning
- Spray arm speeds
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Machine description
Program sequence display – In/Out chart
Program sequence display – graphical view
The In/Out chart – In/Out contains information about the input signals
(page1), the output signals (page2), and individual sensor measured
values:
- Wash water temperature
- Air temperature
- Wash pressure at the circulation pump
- Conductivity
This information is used by Miele Technical Service and is not explained in these operating instructions.
Once you have switched to the graphical view using the button,
the following values are displayed as curves:
- Wash water temperature [W]
- External air/drying temperature [EA]
- Internal air/drying temperature [IA]
- Internal wash pressure [P]
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Risk to health and risk of damage if the operating instructions
are not followed.
Failure to follow the operating instructions – and in particular the
safety instructions and warnings they contain – may result in persons being seriously injured or property being seriously damaged.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the machine. This will help prevent the likelihood of both personal injury
and damage to the machine.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place.
Proper use
Use of the machine is only approved for the applications stated in
the operating instructions. Conversions, modifications, and any other
use are not permitted and could be dangerous.
The cleaning and disinfection processes are only designed for laboratory glassware and utensils which are designated as reprocessable
by the manufacturer. The information provided by the manufacturer of
the wash items must be observed.
This machine is intended for indoor use in a stationary location
only.
The machine is equipped with a special lamp to cope with particu-
lar conditions (e.g., temperature, moisture, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, and vibration). This special lamp must only be used
for the purpose for which it is intended. It is not suitable for room
lighting. Replacement bulbs may only be installed by Miele Technical
Service.
Risk of injury
Please pay attention to the following notes to avoid injury.
This machine must be commissioned, serviced and repaired by a
Miele authorized and trained service technician only. To ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practice guidelines, Miele repair and
maintenance contracts are recommended. Unauthorized repairs can
pose considerable risks to the user.
Do not install the machine in an area where there is any risk of ex-
plosion or of freezing conditions.
The electrical safety of the machine can only be guaranteed when
correctly grounded. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is observed and regularly tested. If in any doubt, please have
the electrical installation inspected by a qualified electrician.
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A damaged or leaking machine could be dangerous and compro-
mise your safety. Disconnect the machine from the electrical supply
immediately and contact Miele Service.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Label machines which have been taken out of operation and lock
them to prevent them being switched on again without authorization.
The machine may only be put back into operation once it has been
successfully repaired by Miele Technical Service.
Personnel operating the machine should be trained regularly. Un-
trained personnel must not be allowed access to the machine or its
controls.
Use caution when handling process chemicals. These may contain
irritant, corrosive or toxic ingredients.
Please observe the process chemical manufacturer's safety instructions and safety data sheets.
Wear protective gloves and goggles.
The machine is designed for operation with water and recom-
mended additive process chemicals only. Organic solvents and
flammable liquid agents must not be used as this could cause an explosion, damage rubber or plastic components in the machine and
cause liquids to leak out of it.
The water in the wash cabinet is NOT safe to drink!
Be careful when sorting wash items with sharp, pointed ends. Po-
sition them in the machine so that you will not hurt yourself or create
a danger for others.
Broken glass can result in serious injury when loading or unload-
ing. Damaged glass wash items must not be processed in the machine.
When operating the machine, beware of the high temperatures in-
volved. If you bypass the electrical lock to open the door, there is a
risk of scalding or chemical burns.
Where there is a risk of toxic or chemical substances occurring in
or leaking into the chamber wash water during cleaning (e.g., aldehyde in the disinfecting agent), it is essential to regularly check door
seals and make sure that the steam condenser is functioning correctly.
Opening the machine door during a program interruption carries particular risks in such circumstances.
Should personnel accidentally come into contact with toxic vapors
or process chemicals, follow the emergency instructions given in the
manufacturer's safety data sheets.
After drying with the drying unit, leave the door open at first to al-
low the wash items, mobile unit, modules, and inserts to cool down.
Allow mobile units, modules, inserts, and the load to cool down
before removing them. Any water remaining in containers should be
emptied into the chamber before removing items.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Steam heating is permissible up to a pressure of 145 psi
(1000kPa). This corresponds to a water steam temperature of 355°F
(180°C).
Never clean the machine with a water hose or a pressure washer.
The machine must be disconnected from the electrical supply be-
fore any maintenance or repair work is carried out.
Quality assurance
The following points should be observed to assist in maintaining
quality standards when processing laboratory glassware and
utensils and avoid damage to the loads being cleaned.
If it is necessary to interrupt a program, as an exception only, this
may only be done by authorized personnel.
The cleaning standard must be routinely confirmed by the user.
The process should be validated on a regular basis, and checked
against documented control results.
For thermal disinfection, use temperatures and temperature holding
times to achieve the required infection prophylaxis in accordance with
current health and safety regulations.
Make sure items being washed are suitable for machine reprocess-
ing and are in good condition. Plastic items must be thermally stable.
Nickel plated items and aluminum items can be machine processed
using special procedures only.
Items containing iron, and soiling containing residual rust must not be
placed in the cabinet.
Process chemicals can, in certain circumstances, cause damage to
the machine. Always follow the recommendations of the process
chemical manufacturer.
In case of damage or doubt about compatibility, please contact
Miele.
Cleaning detergents containing chlorine can damage the elas-
tomers of the machine.
If the use of process chemicals containing chlorine is required, a
maximum temperature of 167°F (75°C) in the “Cleaning” program
phases is recommended (see program chart).
In machines equipped with special oil-resistant elastomers (from the
factory) for oil and grease applications, cleaning detergents containing chlorine may not be used!
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Pre-treatments with cleaning agents can create foam, as can cer-
tain types of soiling and process chemicals. Foam can have an adverse effect on the cleaning result.
Processes must be set up such that foam cannot escape from the
wash cabinet. It would hinder the correct functioning of the machine.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The process used must be monitored on a regular basis by the su-
pervisor to check foaming levels.
To avoid the risk of damage to the machine and its accessories
caused by process chemicals, soiling, and any reaction between the
two, please read the notes in “Chemical processes and technology”.
Even when a process chemical, e.g., detergent, is recommended,
the machine manufacturer takes no responsibility for the effect of
such chemicals on the wash items.
Please note that changes in product formulation, storage conditions,
etc., which are not announced by manufacturers of process chemicals may impair the quality of cleaning results.
When using process chemicals, always consult the instructions is-
sued by individual manufacturers. Process chemicals must only be
used for the purpose they are designed for by the manufacturer to
avoid any material damage or the occurrence of very strong chemical
reactions, such as an oxyhydrogen explosion.
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on storage and dis-
posal of process chemicals.
Particles ≥200μm are removed by the filters in the wash chamber.
Smaller particles may find their way into the circulation system.
In critical applications where very stringent requirements have to
be met, it is strongly recommended that all the relevant factors for the
process, such as process chemicals, water quality, etc., are discussed with Miele.
If the cleaning result is subject to particularly stringent require-
ments, e.g., in chemical analysis, regular quality control should be
carried out by the operator to ensure that required standards of
cleanliness are being achieved.
The mobile units, modules, and inserts that hold the wash items
must be used only as intended.
The interior of lumened wash items must be thoroughly flushed
through with wash water.
Secure small and light items with cover nets or place in a mesh
tray for small items, so that they do not block the spray arms.
Empty any containers or utensils before loading them.
The amount of residual solvents and acids on items going into the
cabinet should be minimal.
There should be no more than a trace of any solvents with a flash
point of below 70°F (21°C).
Chloride solutions, in particular hydrochloric acid, must not be
placed in the cabinet.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Ensure that solutions or steam containing chlorides or hydrochloric
acid do not come into contact with the stainless steel outer casing of
the machine in order to avoid any damage through corrosion.
After any plumbing work, the water pipework to the machine will
need to be primed. If this is not done, components can be damaged.
Follow the installation instructions in the operating and installation
instructions.
Using components and accessories
Only Miele accessories should be connected to this machine. They
must be suitable for the application they are used for. Consult Miele
for details on the type of accessories that can be used.
Only use Miele Mobile Units, Modules, and Inserts. Using mobile
units and inserts made by other manufacturers or making modifications to Miele accessories can result in unsatisfactory cleaning and
disinfection results. Any resultant damage would not be covered by
the warranty.
Only use process chemicals which have been approved by their
manufacturer for the relevant application. The manufacturer of the
process chemicals is liable for any negative influences on the material
of the wash items and the machine.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Symbols on the machine
Attention:
Observe the operating instructions!
Attention:
Danger of electric shock!
Warning: Hot surfaces:
It can be very hot inside the wash chamber
when the door is opened!
Disposal of your old machine
Please note that, depending on the application, the machine may
be contaminated with blood and other bodily fluids, pathogens, facultative pathogens, or genetically modified material, etc., and must be
decontaminated before disposal.
For environmental and safety reasons, dispose of all process chemical residues in accordance with safety regulations and the manufacturer’s safety data sheets (wear safety goggles and gloves).
Remove or disable the door so that children cannot become trapped
inside. Then make appropriate arrangements for safe disposal of the
machine.
For machines with a tank system, the water in the tank must be removed beforehand.
Before disposal, all personal data saved in the machine must be
deleted, such as user names.
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Main menu
Reprocessing
Favorites
Documentation
System
Main menu
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Main menu
Actions in
theMain menu
The main menu of the machine is split into headers and footers and
4menus. The following actions can be performed using the buttons:
- Lock the display, e.g., for surface cleaning (see “Maintenance, locking machines”)
- Change the display language
- Log a user in and out
- Close popups with messages depending on the user level and the
type of message, warning, or fault message (see “Fault messages
and instructions”)
- Open the list of active messages (see “Fault messages and instructions”)
- Select and start a reprocessing program depending on the settings
in the Program controlmenu in the web interface (see “Operation”)
- Call up and start reprocessing programs stored asFavorites depending on the settings in the System, Manage favoritesmenu (see
“Operation”)
- Print outReprocessing reports
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- Open the Systemmenu to adjust the machine settings depending
on theUser level (see “System settings”)
- Open and close the loading door
- Open and close the unloading door after the end of a program depending on the “Authentification - End of program”setting in the
web interface
Main menu
Changing the display language
Login
Manual login
Changing the display language has no impact on the set system language. Reports and printouts are issued in the system language.
Press the button in the header of the display.
The Select display languagemenu is displayed.
Press the button for the language you want.
The machine controls return to the previous menu; the selected language is set.
Press the button to exit the language selection menu if you do
not want to change the set language.
Access to the machine display is restricted to a certain group of
users. Every user must be entered in the User managementvia the
web interface (see programming manual, “User administration”).
Press the button in the header to open the entry window for user
login.
Enter the user ID and press OK to confirm.
Enter the PIN and press OK to confirm.
The functions on the machine display are enabled.
When a user logs in for the first time, they will be prompted to assign
a new PIN.
If the PIN has expired, this prompt will be displayed for the user. The
validity of the PIN can be set in the web interface under “System,
Identification”.
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Main menu
Logout
Manual logout
Printing documentation
The logged-in user is automatically logged out after 24hours if no
button has been pressed on the display in that time, or if the machine
carries out an automatic restart.
The automatic restart can be set in the web interface under “System,
Automatic restart”.
A user who is logged in can log out manually, e.g., to protect the machine from access without authorization.
Press the button in the header to log out.
Confirm the confirmation prompt with Yes.
The functions on the machine display are disabled.
The last 200 reprocessing reports saved in the machine controls are
shown on the display. The most recent reprocessing report is the first
on the list. When the number of saved reprocessing reports exceeds
200, the oldest from the list is deleted.
If no external software for process documentation is connected to the
machine, the reprocessing reports can be printed out using an external printer connected via the network.
Opening and closing the door
Press the Documentationbutton.
A list of the reprocessing reports is displayed.
Press the button in the Printcolumn to activate the required repro-
cessing reports.
Press the OK button in the footer to start printing.
Press the button in the Printcolumn again to deactivate the selec-
tion.
The reprocessing report is printed out on the external printer.
The status of the machine door is shown in the footer of the display.
- The door has been released and can be opened.
- The door is open and can be closed.
- The door is locked.
Press the button with the symbol to open the door.
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The door will move up.
Press the button with the symbol to close the door.
The door will move down.
General information
Application technology
Transfer trolley
Load carriers
A TT86 transfer trolley is required for transporting load carriers from
preparation areas to machines and from machines to checking and
packing tables.
In order to use MF27/28-1 transfer trolleys, the machine needs to be
equipped with the conversion kit RFMF27/28.
Transfer trolleys are supplied with their own operating instructions.
MF-1 transfer trolleys must not be used.
The machine can be fitted with a variety of load carriers, which can
be combined with a variety of modules and inserts depending on the
type and shape of items requiring cleaning.
Select load carriers and other equipment, such as rinsing fittings,
that are appropriate for the application.
Information on the individual areas of application can be found on the
following pages, as well as in the operating instructions for the load
carriers.
Miele offers suitable load carriers for all areas of application defined
in “Appropriate use”, such as mobile units, modules, inserts, and special rinsing fittings. More information can be obtained from Miele.
E9xx load carriers
Pictograms for manual program selection
Load carriers with the designation E9xx can be used in the machine
if they have a production date from 2007 onwards.
A857 retrofit kits for the mobile units are available from Miele.
When you select a program manually on the machine, you must select the relevant mobile unit first. Pictograms representing the mobile
units are shown on the display. The pictograms assigned to the mobile units in the A5xx model range are listed in the operating instructions for the mobile units.
Mobile unit/module combinations from the A5xx model range
The pictogram and name of the mobile unit can be found on a strut
on the front of the mobile unit. The model shown is the mobile unit
without modules inserted.
For different module combinations in the A500 and A503 mobile
units, several pictograms can be displayed (see operating instructions
for the mobile unit).
Fixed mobile units from the A5xx model range
The pictogram and name of the mobile unit can be found on the front
of the mobile unit.
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Application technology
Arranging the wash items
Only items which have been declared by their manufacturer as suitable for machine reprocessing may be processed. The manufacturer’s specific reprocessing instructions must be observed.
Contaminated items pose a health risk.
Contaminated items can result in various hazards to health, which
can lead to infections, poisoning, injuries, and more depending on
the type of contamination.
When working with contaminated items, ensure that all necessary
measures are taken to protect personnel.
Wear protective gloves and use suitable aids.
- Arrange the wash items so that wash water can access all surfaces.
This ensures that they get properly cleaned.
- Do not place wash items to be cleaned inside other pieces where
they may be concealed.
- Do not place wash items so close together that cleaning is hampered.
- The interior of lumened wash items must be thoroughly flushed
through with wash water. Depending on the wash item, special rinsing fittings may be required for this, such as nozzles, irrigation
sleeves, or adapters.
- Ensure that wash items with long, narrow, hollow sections can be
flushed through properly before placing them in inserts or connecting them to a rinsing fitting.
- Lumened instruments should be inverted and placed in the correct
mobile units, modules, and inserts to ensure that wash water can
flow in and out of them unrestricted.
- Deep-sided wash items should be placed at an angle to make sure
the wash water runs off them freely.
- Tall, narrow lumened instruments should be placed in the center of
the mobile units if they are not going to be sprayed directly. This
ensures the insides of the lumened instruments are more easily accessed by the water jets.
- Take apart any wash items which can be dismantled according to
the manufacturer’s instructions and reprocess the individual parts
separately from each other.
- Lightweight wash items should be secured with a cover net to prevent them from spinning around in the wash cabinet and blocking
the spray arms.
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- Only reprocess small items and micro components in special inserts, mesh trays with lids, or mesh inserts.
- The spray arms must not be blocked by wash items which are too
tall or which hang down in their path.
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- Broken glass can result in serious injury when loading or unloading.
Damaged glass wash items must not be reprocessed in the machine.
- Nickel and chrome-plated wash items and wash items made of aluminum are not generally suitable for machine reprocessing. Special
process conditions are required for these wash items.
- When cleaning items that are made entirely or partially out of plastic , the maximum thermal stability of the item must be considered.
Select an appropriate program or adjust the temperature of the program accordingly.
Preparing the wash items
Danger of explosion due to flammable gases.
Flammable solvents with a flash point below 70°F (21°C) outgas
and can generate a flammable mix of gases.
Only load the machine with wash items which have traces of sol-
vents at most.
Start the reprocessing program as soon as the machine has been
loaded with the wash items.
Risk of damage due to solvents.
Solvents with a flash point above 70°F (21°C) can damage elas-
tomers and plastics. The machine could leak as a result of this.
Only load the machine with wash items which have traces of sol-
vents at most.
Start the reprocessing program as soon as the machine has been
loaded with the wash items.
Risk of damage due to corrosion.
Chloride solutions, particularly hydrochloric acid, and ferrous mate-
rials that can rust or corrode cause corrosion on the stainless steel
of the machine and the load carrier.
Do not introduce any chloride solutions into the machine.
Do not introduce any ferrous materials that can rust or corrode into
the machine.
Risk of infection.
Microbiological material, pathogens, facultative pathogens, and ge-
netically modified material can cause infections or environmental
damage.
Before washing by machine, decide whether the wash items contaminated in this way need to be sterilized.
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