Miele PT 8301 SL, PT 8303 SL Operating instructions

Operating instructions

Dryers

PT 8301 SL PT 8303 SL

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before installing, commissioning and using it for the first time.

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M.-Nr. 07 985 561

Contents

Warning and Safety instructions...............................................................4

Caring for the environment ...................................................................6

Guide to the machine ........................................................................7

Description of tumble dryer PT 8303 ...........................................................8

Drying.....................................................................................9

Sort the laundry..............................................................................9

Before using for the first time ..................................................................10

Switching the dryer on and loading the drum .....................................................10

Selecting a programme ......................................................................10

Lowering the temperature.....................................................................11

At the end of the programme ..................................................................11

After drying ................................................................................11

Interrupting a programme.....................................................................11

Adding or removing items ..................................................................11

Reprogramming ...........................................................................12

Reprogramming individual drying programmes

(Changing the Standard options) ..............................................................12

Example of reprogramming PT 8303 Profitronic B Plus Residual moisture programme machines ..........12

Programmable functions......................................................................13

Problem solving guide ......................................................................14

Error messages.............................................................................14

Other messages .........................................................................14

Cleaning and care ..........................................................................15

Fluff filter ..................................................................................15

Installation and connection ..................................................................16

Levelling the appliance.......................................................................17

To fit the language insert (programme selection)...................................................17

Communication module XKM RS232 ............................................................17

Electrical connection ........................................................................18

Air inlet and exhaust connection ...............................................................18

Technical data .............................................................................19

Warning and Safety instructions

Explanation of the Warning and Safety symbols on the machine

It is essential to read these operating instructions.

Please refer to specific instructions, e.g. Installation instructions

Caution, hot surfaces.

Caution, voltage up to 1000 volts.

Earthing

items which have been splashed with hair lacquer,

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hair spray, nail varnish remover or similar substances.

items which have been soiled with oils or residues

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containing grease (kitchen oils, cosmetics etc.).

items soiled with wax or other chemicals (e.g.

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mops and floor cloths).

items with damaged padding or fillings (e.g.

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pillows, jackets).

items soiled with grease or oil which have not been

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properly cleaned beforehand. Use heavy-duty detergents where necessary to clean heavily soiled garments, e.g. workwear. If necessary consult the detergent manufacturer for advice.

With sensitive fabrics there may be a danger of them self igniting if dried for too long. They should be removed as soon as the program has finished or if there is a power cut. Keep a fire extinguisher near the machine at all times.

Do not unload laundry from the drum until the

cooling down phase has been completed. Hot laundry can self ignite and cause a fire when folded or put away.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine read the operating instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information about the installation, safety, use and maintenance of the machine. Keep them in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner of the machine.

This tumble dryer is only intended for industrial or institutional use and should not be used by anyone who is not specially trained to operate it. This also applies to industrial applications performed in residential environments.

All personnel working with this machine must be fully trained in all aspects of its use and safety.

Correct application

This dryer must only be used for drying articles

which were washed in water and which have a care label stating that the article is suitable for machine drying.

To prevent the risk of fire, the following must

not be dried in this tumble dryer (with the exception of those fabrics which can be dried in the Special Programs specifically designed for them):

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fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or rubber-like materials.

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items which have been treated with inflammable cleaning agents.

Check that all pockets of workwear etc are empty

to avoid the danger of inflammable objects, e.g. cigarette lighters, matches, candles or cosmetics being placed in the dryer.

If the dryer is installed in a public area the owner

must ensure that it can be operated safely.

This dryer must not be used outside.

Technical and electrical safety

This machine must only be installed and

commissioned by a Miele technician.

The electrical safety of this machine can only be

guaranteed if connected to a correctly installed earthing system on site. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and tested regularly, and where there is any doubt, the on-site electrical wiring should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).

The machine is only completely isolated from the

electricity supply either when it is switched off at the isolator switch or the mains fuse has been withdrawn.

Repairs to electrical heated appliances should

only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.

Faulty components must only be replaced by

genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed.

Warning and Safety instructions

This machine must not be operated in the same

room as dry cleaning machines which use solvents containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). Escaping vapours break down during combustion into hydrochloric acid which can have a detrimental effect on both the laundry and the machine. Even when such machines are installed in separate rooms, care should be taken to ensure that no exchange of air can take place.

The dryer must have a constant supply of fresh air.

Vapours containing chlorine, fluorine or other solvents must not be able to reach the dryer.

The ventilation inlet to the dryer is located at the

back of the machine. It must not be blocked or hindered in any way. Do not cover the machine lid with cloths or similar items.

Benzine, petrol, paraffin or any easily flammable

substance must not be stored or used near the tumble dryer. Fire and explosion risk.

To ensure the correct performance of the machine

and to prevent the risk of faults and fire, it is important to check the machine and carry out maintenance on a regular basis.

Whilst the dryer is in use the porthole glass and

drum door frame can become very hot. Laundry will also be very hot if you remove it early.

To prevent the risk of injury or scalding

components carrying steam must not be touched.

Always make sure that the drum is stationary

before reaching into the machine to remove laundry. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous.

Take care near the drum door hinges and the fluff

filter compartment flap. Danger of injury. Ensure that you always use the handles.

The drum door must be able to be opened to its

fullest extent. This area must not be restricted by doors or structural features.

Do not use the machine without the built-in fluff

filter in place. Fire risk. A damaged fluff filter must be replaced before the machine is used again. Otherwise fluff and lint will cause a blockage in the airways, the heating and the vent ducting, and the correct functioning of the machine cannot be assured.

Use

Compliant use of the dryer has been investigated

with respect to industrial use only (UL1240).

This tumble dryer must only be used when it is

connected to a suitable ducting system. The installation site must be adequately ventilated.

This tumble dryer is not intended for use by

people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it by a by a person responsible for their safety.

Keep children away from the tumble dryer at all

times. It is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not allow them to play on or near it or to play with the controls. Supervise children whilst you are using it.

Always close the drum door and the fluff filter

compartment after use to avoid:

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the risk of children hiding things in the dryer

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the risk of children and small animals climbing into the drum and endangering their lives.

Do not use a machine with damaged controls or

cables. These must be repaired before it is used again.

Cleaning and disinfecting agents often contain

chlorine-based substances. Do not let such agents come into contact with the stainless steel surfaces, as the chlorine can have a corrosive effect and cause rust. Use chlorine-free agents for washing and disinfecting and also for cleaning stainless steel surfaces to protect them from corrosion. If in doubt, confirm with the manufacturer that their product is suitable. If any agent containing chlorine comes into contact with the stainless steel surfaces, wipe it away immediately with clean water. Then dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use a pressure washer or hose to clean the

machine.

Using accessories

Accessory parts may only be fitted when

expressly approved by Miele. Using spare parts or accessories from other manufacturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.

Disposing of your old machine

Before disposing of an old machine, first make the

door lock unusable. This way you will prevent children from accidentally locking themselves in and endangering their lives.

Do not damage, remove or bypass the safety

features, fixtures and control elements of this machine.

Any removable outer panels must be back in

place, and all moving or electrical parts shielded before the machine is switched on.

Keep these instructions in a safe and accessible place.

Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal.

Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are 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.

Disposing of your old machine

Electrical and electronic machines often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your machine. Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste.

Tips on saving energy

Make sure that your laundry is thoroughly spun before drying. This saves time and energy.

Rinsing the laundry using hot water in the final rinse helps to reduce the residual moisture level, and the residual heat in the laundry will help keep processing time down, thus saving energy.

Sort textiles according to:

- fabric and weave,

- drying level required,

- residual moisture levels.

For greater economy dry a full load. Underloading is uneconomical. Overloading will impair the drying result and the laundry finish.

Ensure that the room is well ventilated.

Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

See the "Warning and Safety" section of this booklet for further details.

Guide to the machine

e h

a Control panel

b Drum door

Pull the door handle to open the drum door.

c Access to fluff filter

The fluff filter is opened with a key.

d 4 adjustable screw feet

e Electrical connection

f Air intake

g Exhaust connection

h Communication slot (optional)

Description of tumble dryer PT 8303

Control panel PT 8303 Profitronic B Plus Residual moisture programmes

3456 7 8

1 Segment display - Residual moisture 2 Programme sequence display 3 Low temperature (additional option) button 4 Venting system fault indicator 5 Fluff filter fault indicator 6 START/STOP button 7 Programme selection rotary control 8 On/Off switch

Mains On/Off switch s

Switches the machine on or off.

Low temperature (additional option) button K

Lowers the drying temperature (by approx. 20°C). Use for delicate fabrics (e.g. synthetics). The LED will light up.

Programme selection rotary control

For selecting the drying programme.

A: Minimum iron

Dry 10% moisture 20% moisture

Delicates 25% moisture

Woollens

Timed drying warm air Timed drying cool air

START/STOP button

Press the Start/Stop button to start or stop the drying programme.

B: Cottons

Extra dry Dry 20% moisture

40% moisture

Segment display

Before the start of a programme this shows the residual moisture which has been allocated to the programme as a %. After the start of a programme it shows the residual moisture which is currently in the laundry until the programme is finished. It also shows fault messages, see "Problem solving guide". It can also show h for "Peak load cut-out" (optional).

Programme sequence display

The programme sequence is displayed in three stages. The stage the programme is at will be highlighted in yellow.

! Drying

L Cooling down

O Programme finished / Anti-crease

Check venting system 0 fault indicator

This will light up if there is a problem with the venting system.

Clean the fluff filter W fault indicator

This will light up when the fluff filter needs to be cleaned.

Drying

Sort the laundry

Not all textiles are suitable for machine drying. Please read the instructions given on the garment care label.

The meaning of the care symbols:

q = Dry at normal temperature

r = Dry at low temperature

s = Do not tumble dry

Sort the laundry according to fibre type and weave to ensure even drying and to prevent the risk of damage to textiles.

To prevent the risk of fire, the following

must not be dried in this tumble dryer (with the exception of those fabrics which can be dried in the Special Programmes specifically designed for them):

- fabrics which contain a large proportion of rubber, foam rubber or rubber-like materials.

- items which have been treated with inflammable cleaning agents.

- items which have been splashed with hair lacquer, hair spray, nail varnish remover or similar substances.

- items which have been soiled with oils or residues containing grease (kitchen oils, cosmetics etc.).

- items soiled with wax or other chemicals (e.g. mops and floor cloths).

- items with damaged padding or fillings (e.g. pillows, jackets).

- items soiled with grease or oil which have not been properly cleaned beforehand. Use heavy-duty detergents where necessary to clean heavily soiled garments, e.g. workwear. If necessary consult the detergent manufacturer for advice.

The following textiles should not be machine dried:

Woollens and wool blends as these tend to matt and shrink. Pre-finish drying these using in the "Woollens" program.

Pure linen tends to roughen if tumble dried. Please follow instructions given on the care label.

Important:

Textiles with large metal accessories such as buckles, hooks and zip tags should be placed in a laundry bag or a pillow case before drying. This is to protect the drum from scratches and dents during drying.

Garments with closed metal zips can cause the sensor electrodes in the drum ribs to be bridged. This can cause the drying process to go on for too long, or to not finish at all. Open zips before drying.

Loopknit and woven textiles (e.g. T-shirts and underwear) have a tendency to shrink depending on their quality. This is made worse by over-drying. Do not use the "Cottons extra dry" for these textiles.

Starched laundry can be machine dried. Select the most appropriate program for ironing by hand or machine. Sort the laundry according to the level of dryness required. It is not necessary to sort according to size.

Duvet covers and pillow cases should be closed to prevent smaller items rolling up inside them.

For greater economy dry a full load. Underloading is uneconomical. Overloading will impair the drying result and the laundry finish.

Rinsing the laundry using hot water in the final rinse helps to reduce the residual moisture level, and the residual heat in the laundry will help keep processing time down, thus saving energy.

Drying

This machine must only be installed and commissioned by a Miele Service technician.

Before using for the first time

Before loading the dryer with laundry, wipe the internal drum surface with a soft, dry cloth.

Switching the dryer on and loading the drum

Switch on the on-site mains electricity switch.

Press the mains On/Off switch s.

Open the drum door.

Load the drum.

The pre-sorted laundry should be loaded loosely in the drum.

Make sure any dispensing aids such as detergent balls have been removed from the laundry.

Max. load (dry weight of laundry)

PT 8303

Drum volume in litres

300

Cottons

12-15 kg

Minimum iron

8.0 kg

Delicates

3.0 kg

Woollens

6.0 kg

Selecting a programme

Use the programme selector rotary dial to select

the programme you want. The corresponding LED will light up.

The segment display shows the residual moisture which has been allocated to the programme as a %.

Cottons

For drying cotton and linen fabrics

- Extra dry 0% residual moisture + 10 mins

- Dry 0% residual moisture

- 20% moisture 20% residual moisture

- 25% moisture 25% residual moisture

- 40% moisture 40% residual moisture

Minimum iron

For drying synthetic and mixed fibre fabric

- Dry 0% residual moisture

- 10% moisture 10% residual moisture

- 20% moisture 20% residual moisture

Delicates 20% residual moisture For drying synthetic and rayon fabric.

Woollens 5 minute drying duration For drying machine washable woollen and wool blend garments.

Timed drying warm air 20 minutes drying duration at a high temperature.

Timed drying cool air 15 minute duration for airing garments.

To prevent the risk of damaging laundry, make sure it cannot be trapped when the door is closed.

Close the drum door.

Drying

Lowering the temperature

When drying delicate fabric (such as acrylic), press

the K Low temperature additional option button.

Press the START/STOP button.

The drying programme will begin.

The segment display will show the residual moisture which is currently in the laundry until the programme is finished.

! Drying

L Cooling down

O Programme finished / Anti-crease

The programme sequence is displayed in three stages. The stage the programme is at will be highlighted in yellow.

At the end of the programme

At the end of the programme a buzzer will sound to indicate that it has finished. " 0 " will appear in the segment display.

This is followed by a cooling-down phase.

Interrupting a programme

The programme is interrupted by:

- pressing the mains On/Off switch s,

- opening the drum door,

- opening the fluff compartment flap.

To continue the programme: Press the mains On/Off switch s, or close the drum door or fluff compartment flap.

The target residual moisture level will flash in the segment display, and a cooling-down phase will follow the end of the programme.

Press the START/STOP button.

Do not unload laundry from the drum until after

the cooling down phase has been completed. Hot laundry can self-ignite and cause a fire when folded or put away.

Adding or removing items

The drum door can be opened during a drying programme to remove or add items if necessary.

! Drying

L Cooling down

O Programme finished / Anti-crease

If laundry is not removed as soon as the programme finishes, the anti-crease phase will begin. The drum will rotate at brief intervals to keep the laundry from creasing.

After drying

At the end of the programme

Open the drum door.

If the door remains closed, the dryer will start up again briefly after an interval of 30 minutes for safety reasons.

Unload the drum. Make sure nothing is left behind in the drum. If items are left in the dryer, they could be damaged by overdrying when the dryer is next used.

Always make sure that the drum is stationary

before reaching into the machine to remove laundry. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous.

To continue the drying programme:

Close the drum door.

The target residual moisture level will flash in the segment display.

The fan will switch itself on automatically if the temperature in the drum is too high.

Press the START/STOP button to continue the programme.

If no more laundry is to be processed:

Close the drum door.

Switch the dryer off by pressing the mains On/Off switch s

Switch off the on-site mains electricity switch.

Check the fluff filter and clean it if necessary. Close the fluff filter compartment flap to prevent anyone tripping over it.

Reprogramming

Reprogramming individual drying programmes (Changing the Standard options)

Individual drying programmes can be altered to suit specific requirements, practices and processes.

Before you begin, first ensure that:

The dryer is switched off with the "On/Off" switch.

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The door is closed.

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To access the programming level:

Press and hold the "START/STOP button and switch

the dryer on with the "On/Off" switch.

Hold the START/STOP button pressed in until the

light around the button stops flashing and lights up constantly.

Release the START/STOP button.

P will flash alternately with 1 in the segment display.

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Programmable functions P 1- P 27 (see next page) are selected by turning the rotary dial clockwise.

Example of reprogramming PT 8303 Profitronic B Plus Residual moisture programme machines

P 2 to alter the buzzer which sounds at the end of the programme (see "Programmable functions").

Turn the programme selection rotary dial one click

clockwise.

The Low temperature option LED K will flash twice

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quickly.

P will flash alternately with 1 in the segment display.

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Programmable option 0 = Off - 1 = On.

Pressing the START/STOP button will change the

option to 0.

To save the setting:

Switch the dryer off with the "On/Off" switch.

They can also be selected by pressing the Low temperature additional option button K .

Programmable options, e.g. 0 or 1 are selected with the START/STOP button.

The Low temperature additional option LED shows which programmable function is currently selected. A short (quick) flash represents one unit, a long (slow) flash represents ten units. Example: The 5th Programmable function is represented by the LED flashing five times quickly. The 10th Programmable function is represented by the LED flashing once slowly. Programmable function 45 is represented by the LED flashing four times slowly and five times quickly.

Reprogramming

Programmable functions

No. Programmable function Standard Programmable option

P 1 Buzzer volume

0 = quiet 1 = loud

P 2 Buzzer at the end of the programme

P 3 Memory function

P 4 Acoustic tone which sounds when a button is pressed

P 5* Water conductivity setting

P 6 Fan and heating during pauses

P 7 Cottons and Timed progs. cold/hot reversing on (0 to 99 secs)

P 8 Cottons and Timed progs. cold/hot reversing off (3 to 99 secs)

P 9 Minimum iron reversing on (0 to 99 secs)

P 10 Minimum iron reversing off (3 to 99 secs)

P 11 Woollens duration (1 to 99 mins)

P 12 Woollens programme reversing on (0 to 99 secs)

P 13 Woollens reversing off (3 to 99 secs)

P 14 Delicates reversing on (0 to 99 secs)

P 15 Delicates reversing off (3 to 99 secs)

0=Off 1=On

0 = Normal 1 = Low

0=Off 1=On

0 = 0 sec 99 = 99 secs

3 = 3 secs 99 = 99 secs

0 = 0 secs 99 = 99 secs

3 = 3 secs 99 = 99 secs

1 = 1 min 99 = 99 mins

0 = 0 secs 99 = 99 secs

3 = 3 secs 99 = 99 secs

0 = 0 secs 99 = 99 secs

3 = 3 secs 99 = 99 secs

P 16 Timed programme cold (1 to 99 mins)

P 17 Timed programme warm (1 to 99 mins)

P 19 Residual moisture for Programme 1 Cottons Extra dry

P 20 Residual moisture for Programme 2 Cottons Dry

P 21 Residual moisture for Programme 3 Cottons 20% moisture

P 22 Residual moisture for Programme 4 Cottons 25% moisture

P 23 Residual moisture for Programme 5 Cottons 40% moisture

P 24 Residual moisture for Programme 9 Delicates

P 25 Residual moisture for Programme 10 Minimum iron 20% moisture

P 26 Residual moisture for Programme 11 Minimum iron 10% moisture

P 27 Residual moisture for Programme 12 Minimum iron Dry

1 = 1 min 99 = 99 mins

1 = 1 mins 99 = 99 mins

1=-2% 2=-4% 0=0%

1=0% 2=-2% 0=2%

1 = 20% 2 = 18% 0 = 22%

1 = 25% 2 = 23% 0 = 27%

1 = 40% 2 = 38% 0 = 42%

1 = 20% 2 = 18% 0 = 22%

1=10% 2=8% 0=12%

1=0% 2=-2% 0=2%

Problem solving guide

Error messages

Indicator Possible cause Remedy

Over-pressure in vent ducting.

N 0

N W

The dryer does not start. The fluff filter compartment flap is not

Other messages

In the event of any faults please contact the Miele Service Department.

When contacting the Service Department, please quote the Model, Serial number (SN:) and Material number (M.Nr) of your dryer.

See data plate for details:

Leaks in the airways.

Fluff filter blocked Clean the fluff filter.

closed properly.

Peak load cut-out The dryer will continue to run without heating (cold) for the remainder of the programme.

Check the vent ducting. Call the Miele Service Department.

Twist the lock for the fluff filter compartment flap in a clockwise direction as far as it will go.

If the peak load cut-out is overridden, the programme will continue as normal.

The data plate is located at the top of the door aperture with the door open or at the top of the rear of the machine.

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