Miele W 6071 Operating instructions

Operating and Installation instructions

Wet Clean System W 6071

To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions

before

installation or use.

en - US, CA

M.-Nr. 06 018 402

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Guide to the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Before using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Language selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setting current time and date. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Before the first wash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Prepare and sort the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Select a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Add detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Changing temperature and spin speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Program sequence display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Program end - opening the drum door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Special options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Prewash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Without final spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Skipping program cycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Interrupting a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Cancelling a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Delay start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Washer care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cleaning the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Cleaning the detergent drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Fault messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Technical Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Guide to the data plate symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Help to protect the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Shipping struts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Level the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Electrical Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Read all instructions before installation or use to prevent injury and machine damage.

This washer-extractor is only intended for laundry which has not come in contact with flammable substances.

Dry cleaning solvents must not be used in this machine. Such solvents could cause a fire or explosion.

This appliance conforms to all uniform safety codes and regulations. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage or injury caused by improper use of this appliance.

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

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Correct usage of the washer

Do not wash articles that have been previously

cleaned, washed, soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, organic oils or other flammable substances. These articles give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Do not add these items to the wash load.

CAUTION: Fire hazard!

Do not store or use gasoline, gasoline-based substances or any easily flammable materials near the machine. Do not use the top of the washer as a storage area.

Do not store any chemicals (liquid detergents,

wash aids) on the top of the washer. The chemicals could damage the surface. Spilled chemicals must be immediately washed off with a wet sponge.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any built-up hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an open flame during this time, the gas is flammable.

Check the wash results when the laundry was

soiled with biological oils or grease. If the laundry is not sufficiently cleaned, a spontaneous combustion might occur when the laundry is dried in a dryer. Use special detergents or wash programs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical Safety

Be certain your appliance is properly installed and

grounded by a qualified technician. To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages caused by the lack, or inadequacy of, an effective grounding system.

Before installation make sure that the voltage and

frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the site electrical supply. This data must correspond to prevent injury and machine damage. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.

Installation, repair and maintenance work should

only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician in accordance with local and national safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or machine damage. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized work.

Do not repair of replace any part of the appliance

or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating instructions. Contact Miele’s Technical Service Department for assistance.

Do not damage, remove or bypass the safety

features and controls of the machine.

Do not operate a machine with an electrical fault

until repaired.

Only use the washer if all panels are properly in

place.

The appliance is only completely isolated from the

electrical supply when the fuse is withdrawn, the circuit breaker has been tripped, or the unit has been unplugged.

Check the packaging, the washer and

accessories for any signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.

Any removable outer panels must be in place, and

all moving or electrical parts shielded before the machine is operated.

Use

Do not let children play in, on or near the washer.

Do not let them play with the controls or operate the unit. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

The drum door glass will be hot when washing at

very high temperatures. Do not touch the glass.

Persons who lack physical, sensory or mental

abilities, or experience with the machine should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is

moving.

Do not drink washer water! Harmful residues could

be present.

The machine should only be operated

unsupervised if there is a floor drain (gully) in the direct vicinity of the machine.

Always follow the instructions of the chemical

manufacturer when using cleaning agents and special application chemicals. Only use such chemicals for the purpose and in the situation specified by the manufacturer. This will prevent the danger of adverse chemical reactions and material damage. If in doubt, check with the manufacturer to be sure that the product is suitable for use in this machine.

Dyes, dye removers and descaling agents may

only be used in this machine if the manufacturer states they are suitable for use in a washing machine. Always observe the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.

Fabric softeners may be used with this machine.

Follow the manufacturers instructions.

Do not use high pressure cleaners to hose down

the machine.

Check the hoses regularly for leaks to prevent

water damage.

Do not tamper with

the controls.

Do not use force to open the washer drum door.

The door handle is equipped with an extra safety mechanism to guarantee that the door remains locked.

Faulty components must only be replaced with

genuine Miele spare parts to guarantee the safe operation of this machine.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Additional information

Disinfecting and cleaning agents often contain

chlorides (salts) which can cause steel surfaces to rust. To protect the machine from rust damage, only use chloride free disinfecting and cleaning agents for washing/disinfecting and for cleaning the machine. If you are not sure about an agent contact Miele’s Professional Department. If you accidentally spill an agent containing chloride on the machine it should be rinsed off with water and dried with a soft cloth.

The manufacturer of the washer does not take

responsibility for the effect of the chemical on the laundry or the machine when a chemical cleaning agent is recommended on technical application grounds. Please be aware that changes in formula tion, storage conditions etc., which may not be published by the chemical producer, can have a negative effect on the cleaning result.

Keep the area around the machine clean and free

of debris.

Before the appliance is removed for service or

discarded, remove the door.

The interior of the machine should be cleaned

periodically by a qualified service agent.

Chlorine damage to components

How to handle chlorine bleach and perchloroethylene (PCE)

Heavy use of chlorine products increases the risk of damage to appliance components.

Depending on the chlorine concentration, the exposure time, and the temperature, the use of liquid and powdered chlorine-based bleaches can erode the stainless steel protective layer and lead to corrosion of the appliance components. Therefore, it is recommended that these products not be used. Instead you can use oxygen-based bleaches.

If you still need to use chlorine-based bleaches in special cases, you will need to perform a neutralizing step each time. Failure to do so can result in permanent and irreversible damage to the washing machine and the laundered items.

Using accessories

Only use genuine Miele accessories. If other parts

are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may become void.

Ensure that any one operating this machine is

familiar with these important safety instructions.

Chlorine neutralization

Chlorine neutralization must be done immediately following the use of a chlorine-based bleach. For best results, use hydrogen peroxide or an oxygen-based laundry soap or bleach, without draining the tub.

If thiosulfate is used (especially with hard water), lime deposits can form, leading to residue on the laundered items or a build-up in the washing machine. The preferable alternative is to use hydrogen peroxide, because it helps promote the neutralization of chlorine.

The exact amounts to be used, and at what temperature(s), should be selected based on the recommendations of the neutralizer manufacturer, then checked for efficacy. The laundry will need to be tested to ensure that no active chlorine remains behind after neutralization.

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Guide to the washer

Front view

1 Detergent dispenser 2 Control panel 3 Drum door 4 Outer casing 5 Drain pump door 6 4 Height adjustable feet

Rear view

Guide to the washer

1 Cold water connection 2 Warm water connection 3 Drain hose (for drain pump) 4 Drain (for drain valve)* 5 Back panel 6 Liquid dispenser drawer

Liquid dispensing system

* not available in W 6071

7 Air vent 8 Cable entry for electrical connection 9 Cold water connection for the

liquid dispensing system

10 Printer Interface 11 Cable connection for

3 dispenser pumps

12 Cable connection for the liquid

dispensing system

Guide to the washer

Facia panel

6 Display 7 Program selector 8 Door open

9 Y Power on button 10 Z Power off button 11 Access lock 12 Special options buttons

13 Cursor and input buttons 14 Delay Start button 15 X Start 16 7 End 17 Optic interface

Display

The display content will appear once the machine is turned on. It is up to four lines and 40 digits long, showing which program has been selected.

Guide to the washer

Display during a program 1 Planned temperature for the current cycle 2 Name of the current cycle 3 Program number 4 Program name 5 Time line for the current cycle 6 Planned temperature of the next cycle 7 Name of the next cycle 8 Actual temperature 9 Points to a further display line Access

lock

Guide to the washer

Program selector

Program numbers 1 - 24 can be selected directly. Program numbers 25 - 99 can be selected using selector position 24 and the 4 "Plus" button.

The name of the selected program and its corresponding number appear in the display. Program positions 1 - 21 are standard programs.

The subsequent program positions are listed in the Programming Instructions. If the program selector is turned to another position after the start of the program, the first line of the display flashes. The program however does not change.

Standard programs:

Selector Position

Program

WC Sensitive

WC Regular

WC Silks/ Rayons

Machine Wash High

Machine Wash Low

Outer wear

Down Outerwear

Comforter Regular

Comforter Down

Selector Position

Program

Colored Shirts

Starch Only

Leather Sensitive

Leather Regular

Proofing

Soaking 30 mins

Soaking 60 mins

Separate Drain

Separate Spin

Table cloths

White Shirts

Separate Rinse & Spin

Guide to the washer

Access lock

Position A - Free access

Programs which have been allocated free access can be run. See Programming Instructions for allocation of free access.

Position B - Operation

All programs can be started in this position. The display will show the selected program information.

Access keys

Key 1 (2 supplied) for operating levels A and B.

Key 2 for operating levels A, B, C. Key 3 for operating levels A, B, C, D.

Position C - Programming

At this position, programming, copying, deleting, printing, altering, giving or barring free access, and creating new program sequences can be done. See Programming Instructions.

Position D - Unlocking

At this position barred programs can be unlocked. Locked Programs can not be cancelled once they have started. If the key switch is turned to position D in such a program, the program running is unlocked and can be cancelled. See "Programming Instructions".

Guide to the washer

Buttons

X Start

Press this button to start the selected program.

7 End

Press this button to stop a program. Press once more to terminate a program. A stopped program can be restarted by pressing the Start button.

Special options

T Prewash with indicator

A Prewash cycle is added to the program.

U Starch with indicator

Press this button for starched laundry.

V Without spin with indicator

Press this button if a final spin is not required after the final rinse.

Guide to the washer

Cursor, input and Delay Start buttons

1 2 Cursor

The cursor buttons are used to pass backwards or forwards into the input fields or into the next display, (this appears as > < flashing in the display). Once the program begins, you can move forward or backward in the display to view the cycles. Press and hold on the button to run quickly through the display screens.

Optical interface

Data transfer to and from the machine’s controls and a PC can take place using the proper software. The optic interface 9 on the machine’s control panel provides the connection point.

Conversion of °C to °F

°C °F °C °F

10 50 70 158 20 68 80 176 30 86 90 194 40 104 100 212 50 122 110 230 60 140 120 248

3 4 Minus / Plus

The "Minus / Plus" buttons allow you to modify an input field. Press continuously on the button runs quickly through the display screens.

W Delay start

The display indicates that a start time should be selected. If the button is pressed again the "Delay start" option is cancelled. If the button is pressed after the start of a program the current time of day and date are shown.

Before using the washer

If pauses between programming steps lasts longer than 25 seconds, the display will return to the basic stage and the changes will be lost.

Language selection

(if necessary)

Turn on the main power to the washer.

Turn the key to position B "Operation".

Press the Z "Off" button to turn off the machine.

Press the X "Start" button and the Y "ON"

button at the same time and hold pressed in, until the display shows the following:

SETTING LOCAL LANGUAGE

DEUTSCH >ENGLISH<

After selection press Start button.

Setting current time and date

Turn off the machine with the Z "Power off"

button. Turn the key to position B "Operation".

Press the W "Delay start" button and the Y

"ON " button at the same time and hold pressed in, until the display shows the following:

SETTING TIME AND DATE Time of the day >14< : 30 hrs Date 23. 03. 1995

After selection press Start.

Use the 2 "Cursor" to position the cursor

on the input field to be changed and set the change with the 3 4 "Minus or Plus" buttons.

^ Position the cursor on the hours and set

the hours.

^ Select the desired language with the 1 2

"Cursor" buttons.

The display content is automatically converted to the local language.

^ Confirm the selected local language by

pressing the X "Start" button.

^ Position the cursor on the minutes and set

the minutes.

^ Position the cursor on Day and set the day. ^ Position the cursor on Month and set the

month.

^ Position the cursor on Year and set the

year.

Store the changes by pressing the X "Start" button.

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