Operating Instructions
Washer-Extractor
WS 5073 SLUICE
It is essential to read these
operating instructions before
installing or using the machine,
to avoid the risk of accident
or damage to the machine. M.-Nr. 05 068 971 /03
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Contents
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Guide to the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Washing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Preparing the wash load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Opening the drum door at the end of the programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dispensing detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Fabric conditioner / Starch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Additional functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Programme changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Opening the drum door in the event of a power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Possible reasons for increased levels of foaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Explanation of symbols on the data plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Notes for the installer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Transit fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Connection to water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Coin mechanism unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
The washer-extractor must be installed by an
approved service technician or an authorized
Service Dealer.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Please read the operating instructions be
fore using this machine for the first time.
They contain important information about
the safety, use and maintenance of the
machine. This way you will avoid the risk
of accidents and damage to the machine.
Appropriate use of the machine
This washer extractor is only intended for
items of laundry which have not been im
pregnated with dangerous or inflammable
substances.
Only machine wash articles which pos
sess a care label stating they are suit
able for machine washing.
It is the operator’s responsibility to en
sure that the standard of disinfection in
thermal as well as chemo thermal proce
dures is maintained (in accordance with §
18 IFSG) by carrying out suitable validation
tests. These procedures should be checked
on a regular basis, either thermo-electrically
using loggers, or bacteriologically with bio
indicators. The operator must pay particular
attention to maintaining the correct parameters in the procedure, including temperature
and with chemo thermal programmes the
chemical concentration used. Disinfection
programmes must not be interrupted, as this
can have a limiting effect on the disinfection
result.
On no account must solvents of the kind
used for dry cleaning be used in this ma
chine. There may be the danger of fire or ex
plosion.
Never use or store petrol or petroleum
based substances or any easily inflam
mable substances near the machine. Do not
use the machine lid as a resting place.
Danger of fire or explosion
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Technical and electrical safety
The electrical safety of this appliance
can only be guaranteed when continuity
is complete between the appliance and an
effective earthing system which complies
with local and national regulations. It is most
important that this basic safety requirement
is regularly tested by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsi
ble for the consequences of an inadequate
earthing system.
Do not damage, remove or bypass the
safety features and controls on the ma
chine.
Where there is any damage to the ma
chine or to the cable insulation the ma
chine must not be used until it has been re
paired.
Any removable outer panels must be in
place, and all moving or electrical parts
shielded before the machine is operated.
The machine is only completely isolated
from the electricity supply either when
switched off at the wall isolator, or the mains
fuse is withdrawn from the socket
Repairs to machines operating with elec-
tricity, gas or steam should only be undertaken by a suitably qualified service engineer to ensure safety. Unauthorised repairs
could be dangerous.
Faulty components should only be ex
changed for Miele original spare parts.
Only when these parts are fitted can the
safety standards of the machine be guaran
teed.
The very best materials are used in the
manufacture of this machine, and every
care is taken in its manufacture. However,
with time, deterioration of parts can occur,
especially with rubber components such as
hoses. This should be borne in mind if oper
ating the machine without supervision.
Check the inlet hoses regularly for signs of
deterioration and replace in good time, to
avoid leaks and subsequent damage.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Local regulations regarding regular in
spection and maintenance of this ma
chine must be observed. (In Germany this
machine is subject to laundry regulations
UVV (VBG7y), Sections 36 and 37, which
stipulate that washer extractors with a kinetic
energy of more than 1500 Nm must be
checked once a year by a competent per
son for their operational safety and the re
sults entered in a test log (book) supplied
with the machine for the German market,
and which must be kept at the place of oper
ation and be available for inspection.)
Use of the machine
Never allow children to play in, on or
near the washer extractor, or to operate it
themselves. Please supervise its use by the
elderly or infirm.
Remember that the door porthole glass
can become hot during the operation of
the machine. Do not let children touch it.
When washing with high temperatures
steam can be emitted from the venting
slot behind the machine.
Do not grip between the suspended
drum unit and the seal of the front panel
cut-out during spin.
Always make sure the drum is stationary
before reaching in to remove washing.
Reaching into a moving drum is extremely
dangerous.
Water used for washing and rinsing must
not be used as drinking water. It must be
discharged into a proper sewerage system.
The machine should only be operated
unsupervised when there is a floor drain
(gully) in the direct vicinity of the machine.
Chlorine or agents containing chlorine
are corrosive, and can under certain
conditions lead to irreperable damage to
components.
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Disinfecting and cleaning agents often
have compounds containing chlorides in
them. If these agents dry on to stainless
steel surfaces, the residual chlorides will at
tack the steel and can cause rusting.
To protect your machine from rust damage,
we recommend only using chloride free dis
infecting and cleaning agents for washing
and disinfecting programmes and for clean
ing stainless steel surfaces of the machine
itself.
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If you are not sure about a particular agent,
contact the manufacturer of that agent for
advice.
If you accidentally spill an agent containing
chlorides on the machine it should be rinsed
off with water and dried using a soft cloth.
Proprietary dyes, dye removers and
descaling agents may only be used in
this machine if the manufacturer expressly
states that they are suitable for use in a
washing machine. Follow manufacturer’s instructions on how to use them.
Always follow the instructions of the
chemical manufacturer when using
cleaning agents and special application
chemicals. Only use such chemicals for the
purpose and in the situation specified by the
manufacturer in order to avoid the danger of
adverse chemical reactions and material
damage.
If in doubt check the suitability of the prod
uct for use in this machine with the manufac
turer before using it.
Where a chemical cleaning agent is rec
ommended on technical application
grounds, this does not imply that the manu
facturer of the machine takes responsibility
for the effect of the chemical on the material
of the items being cleaned or on the ma
chine. Please be aware that changes in for
mulation, storage conditions etc., which may
not be publicised by the chemical producer,
can have a negative effect on the cleaning
result.
On no account use high pressure
cleaners or hose down the machine.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Use of accessories
Accessory parts may only be fitted when
expressly approved by Miele. If other
parts are used, guarantee, performance and
product liability claims may be invalidated.
Disposal of old machines or appliances
When disposing of an old washer extrac
tor first make it unusable. Disconnect
from all services, cut off the cable and the
plug from the cable.
Make the door lock inoperative, so that chil
dren cannot accidentally shut themselves in.
Make appropriate arrangements for the safe
disposal of the appliance.
All personnel working with this machine
must be fully trained in all aspects of its
use and safety.
Keep these instructions in a safe place.
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Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packing has
been selected from materials which are envi
ronmentally friendly for disposal and can
normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc.
are disposed of safely and kept out of the
reach of babies and young children.
Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these materials
away, please ensure they are offered for re
cycling.
Disposal of your old machine
Old machines contain materials which can
be recycled. Please contact your local au
thorities or scrap merchant about potential
recycling schemes, before disposing of the
machine.
See also the section under "Warning and
Safety instructions".
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Caring for the environment
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Guide to the machine
WS 5073 washer extractor, sluice machine
1 -Detergent dispenser box 7 -Cable entry for extra equipment
2 -Control panel 8 -Cable entry for dispenser pumps
3 -Drum door 9 -Cable entry for power supply
4 -Front wall panel 10 -Venting socket
5 -Flap for suds filter/drainage system 11 -Cold water connection
and emergency door release 12 -Hot water connection
6 -Four adjustable screw feet 13 -Opening for dispenser hoses
14 -Back wall
15 -Drainage
16 -Air gap
Control panel
12 3 4
1 -Temperature and time left display
2 -Push button switches
3 -Programme sequence indicator lights
4 -Programme and Temperature selector
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Guide to the machine
Push button switches
a Door
Opens the drum door, releases the "With
pre-wash" or "Starch" or "No final spin" but
tons, if any of these had been pushed in.
+i with Pre-wash
Can be selected with programmes
A, B, C, E
Display
h min /°C
Time display h(rs)/min(s)
(does not apply to programme
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This display shows how long the wash
programme still has to run.
Indicator light m min lights up.
or
Temperature °C
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m Starch
Can be selected with programmes
A, B, E
w No final spin
Can be selected with programmes
A, B, C, D, E
h Start
Starts the programme
From 20°C the temperature is shown rising
in 5°C-Steps.
Indicator light p°C lights up.
m min Time left
p°C Temperature
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Guide to the machine
Programme sequence indicator lights
On / Start
Pre-wash
Main wash
Rinses
Rinses
Rinses / Starch
Drain
Final spin
End
Water inlet / drain
Programme and Temperature selector
Sluice programme for heavily soiled cotton
and linen items.
Smaller loads, e.g. 5 kg Cottons are washed
more efficiently.
Add detergent to Pre-wash i and Main
wash j compartments.
Add fabric conditioner to p compartment.
The "Sluice" programme begins, consisting
of:
Cold water sluice cycles (high water level,
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then drained)
Pre-wash 65°C
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Main wash 75°C, held for 12 minutes
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Rinses
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Drain
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Spin
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Once the programme commences the door
cannot be opened until completion of the
whole programme, in full compliance with
DHSS requirements.
Programmes
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A Cottons
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B Minimum iron
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C Delicates/Synthetics
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D Woollens
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E Short programme
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F Sluice
For the same reason the options for change
available with other programmes during a
cycle are excluded and the programme cannot be cancelled.
Maximum spin speed per programme
A Cottons
D Wool
E Short programme
G Separate spin
B Minimum iron 900 rpm.
F Sluice 1200 rpm.
C Delicates/Synthetics 600 rpm.
1200 rpm.
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G Separate Spin
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H Separate Drain
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F Sluice programme
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Detergent dispenser compartments
Guide to the machine
Compartment i - Pre-wash
Compartment j - Main wash
Compartment y - Liquid bleach
Compartment p - Fabric conditioner
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Washing
Before using for the first time
The first commissioning of the machine
should be carried out only by a Miele ser
vice technician or an authorized Miele
Service Dealer.
It is essential that the machine is installed
and connected to power, water and drain
age correctly.
Washing out the machine
Any residual lubricants and water from test
ing still in the machine should be flushed out
as follows:
^ Do not load any laundry in the machine.
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Preparing the wash load
Empty all pockets
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^ Add a little detergent to compartment j.
^ Turn the programme selector switch to the
"A Cottons 60°C" programme.
^ Press the"h Start" button.
^ At the end of the programme turn the
programme and temperature selector to
the "r End " position.
Foreign objects, (eg nails, coins, paper
clips etc) can cause damage to textiles
and components in the machine.
Sort the laundry
Most garments have a textile care label in
the collar or side seam. Sort the laundry by
care label symbols.
Only wash items in this machine which are
stated by the manufacturer to be machine
washable on the textile care label.
Dark textiles often contain excess dye, and
should be washed separately several times
before being included in a mixed load.
Delicate textiles should be washed sepa
rately in a delicates programme.
Woollens and textiles containing wool must
only be washed in this machine if the care
label states that they are machine washable.
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Loading the drum
Unfold laundry and load loosely in the drum.
For best results make up mixed loads of
large and small items. This improves the
washing effect and distributes the load
better for spinning.
Overloading reduces the wash result and
causes more creasing.
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Maximum load (weight of dry washing):
A Cottons 7.5 kg
B Minimum iron 3.0 kg
C Delicates/Synthetics 1.5 kg
D Woollens 1.5 kg
E Short programme 7.5 kg
F Sluice 7.5 kg
Washing
Add detergent for the main wash to com
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partment j - and if required detergent for
the pre-wash to compartment i, fabric
conditioner to compartment p and liquid
bleach to compartment y.
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^ Shut the drum door
Grasp the door in the open position and
slam it shut, (mind your fingers).
At first the door may shut with difficulty.
This eases in due course.
Make sure no items of washing are caught
when the door is closed, or they could be
damaged.
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Open the on-site stopcock.
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Switch on the on-site main switch.
Programme selection
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Select programme and temperature
(e.g. programme A Cottons 95°C).
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Washing
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Additionally select pre-wash if required but
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only with programmes A,B,C, E.
Press the "+i with pre-wash" button.
Opening the drum door at the end
of the programme.
After the "r End " indicator lights up:
At the end of the programme turn the
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programme and temperature selector to
the "r End " position.
Press the "a Open door" button
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- the drum door opens.
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^ Press the "h Start" button.
- The indicator light "m min" goes out and
the indicator light "%°C" lights up. -
- The wash programme starts.
Temperature display
After the programme start the current suds
temperature for the main wash is shown in
5°C-steps until the set temperature has been
reached.
In programme F the current suds tempera
ture is shown in 5°C steps for the whole du
ration of the programme.
The indicator light "%°C Temperature" lights
up.
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^ Take out the washing.
Only remove laundry from the machine
once the drum has stopped turning, otherwise you may seriously injure yourself.
Make sure the drum is empty, otherwise,
when the machine is next used items may
become damaged (e.g. shrink) or cause
other laundry to discolour.
If no more washing is to be done:
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leave the drum door open.
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switch the machine off at the on-site main
switch.
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turn off the on-site stopcock(s).
Time display (Time left)
Once the temperature set for the main wash
has been reached the time left for the
programme to run shows in the display in
hours and minutes (does not apply to
programme F).
The indicator "m min time" lights up.
The time left counts down in 1 minute inter
vals.
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Dispensing detergent
Water hardness levels
Hardness
Hardness
range
I soft 0 – 1.3 0 - 7
II medium 1.3 – 2.5 7 - 14
III hard 2.5 – 3.8 14 - 21
IV very hard over 3.8 over 21
If you do not know the hardness level of the
water in your area you should contact your
local water authority for information.
Water
quality
level in
mmol/l
German
hardness
level °d
Dispensing detergent
Add the right amount of detergent as recom
mended on the packaging. It is important to
avoid overdosing as it can lead to excessive
foam. Use a low foaming detergent.
The amount dispensed will depend on the
following:
– the quantity of laundry
– the water hardness level
– the level of soiling.
too little detergent results in the following:
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The laundry will not be properly clean and
will in time become grey and hard to
touch.
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Greasy particles cling to the laundry.
Fabric conditioner / Starch
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Bleaching agents
Only use bleaching agents on textiles with
the symbol y on the wash care label.
Liquid bleaching agents must only be added
to the compartment marked y. The agent
will then be dispensed automatically during
the 2nd rinse (cold bleaching).
Liquid bleaching agents should only be
used with coloureds if the textile manufacturer’s wash care label states that the textile
is colour fast and suitable for bleaching.
For cold bleaching the 4th rinse must be
programmed, (see Programmable func
tions).
Fabric conditioner
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Lime deposits on the heater elements.
too much detergent results in the follow
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Excessive foam.
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Low level of agitation.
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Poor washing, rinsing and spin results.
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Dispense according to the manufacturer’s
recommendations:
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Open the lid of the compartment p.
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Add fabric conditioner, but do not exceed
the max. level mark.
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Close the compartment lid.
The conditioner is automatically dispensed
in the last rinse. At the end of the
programme a small amount of water remains
in the fabric conditioner compartment.
Dispensing detergent
Powder and liquid starch
Prepare and dispense the starch solution
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as stated on the packaging.
Automatic dispensing of liquid starch
Pour the liquid starch into compartment
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p (do not exceed the marker level).
Close the compartment lid.
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Adding liquid or powder starch by hand
Select the programme required and also
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push in the "Starch m" button. The
programme, and the "time left" indicator
will pause before the last rinse.
The starch "m " indicator light comes on.
Add starch formulation to compartment
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^ Press the "m Starch" button to release it
for the programme to continue.
"w No final spin" can be selected to keep
creasing to a minimum. The water is drained
away, and the load can be taken dripping
wet from the drum.
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Additional functions
By pressing one or more buttons
programmes can be adapted to offer addi
tional functions.
+i "with pre-wash"
For heavily soiled or stained textiles in
programmes A, B, C, E.
m "Starching"
For freshly washed textiles such as table
cloths, napkins, work wear etc., in
programmes A, B, E.
w "without final spin"
Washing which is not to be spun but taken
dripping from the machine in programmes
A, B, C, D, E.
Cancelling a programme
Turn the programme selector to "r End".
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The indicator lights flash through the other
programme stages until the "r End" light is
reached.
To cancel programme F the machine must
be switshed off at the mains.
To omit a programme stage
(does not apply to programme
Turn the programme selector to "r End".
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As soon as the programme sequence light
for the stage at which the programme should
continue starts flashing:
Turn the selector switch to the appropriate
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programme within 3 seconds.
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Changing programme sequence
The programme can be changed at any time
where it makes sense (does not apply to
programme F).
^ Turn the programme selector to the re-
quired programme. The new programme
will carry on at the relevant stage.
Exceptions:
If the programme selector has been turned
through "r End".
Opting into or out of the following
programmes:
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G Separate spin or
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H Separate drain
breaks off the programme. The "h Start" but
ton must be pressed in again to start the re
quired programme.
When working through a coin unit or coin
counter the programme is locked after
3 minutes and no changes are possible.
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To repeat a programme stage
(does not apply to programme
A programme stage must have been finished before it can be repeated:
^ turn the programme selector switch to
"r End".
When"r End" illuminates in the sequence
display:
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Select the new programme required.
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Press the "h Start" button.
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After approx. 5 seconds, turn the
programme selector switch to "r End"
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again.
As soon as the indicator light of the
programme stage to be repeated starts
flashing:
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turn the programme selector switch to the
appropriate programme within a period of
3 seconds.
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Additional functions
Programmable functions
It is possible to programme additional func
tions or change programme sequences.
See Programme changes.
Any changes to the standard machine ver
sion must be noted in the machine’s log
book and also on the chart in this booklet,
see "Programme changes"as a record for
any subsequent servicing work . This is of
particular importance for the service techni
cian, when electronic units may need to be
exchanged.
Selecting a programme with a coin
unit in use
Open the on-site stopcocks(s).
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^ Switch on the on-site mains switch.
^ Select a programme and temperature.
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m "Starching" and w "without final spin" are
not available with coin operation.
^ Add detergent and any fabric conditioner.
^ Insert coins/tokens.
^ Press the "h Start" button.
Coin unit C 5002, C 5003, C 4060
Coins or tokens are "lost" if any of the follow
ing are done after the coins have been in
serted but before the "h Start" button has
been pressed:
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the machine door is opened,
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the programme selector has been turned
past "r End" to another programme.
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a programme is interrupted for more than
20 seconds with the coin time cou-nter.
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Note for the user:
Coins and tokens should be emptied on a
regular basis to ensure the coin box does
not get jammed full.
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Programme changes
To change individual programmes by re
programming
Programmes can be changed individually to
accommodate different wash processes and
methods.
20 Programmable functions can be changed
with up to 4 Options.
Before starting:
The on-site mains switch must be
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switched on.
A previous programme must be com
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pleted.
The drum door must be open.
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To access programming mode
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After the drum door is shut the "+i with
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pre-wash" button must be pressed in and
released twice within 4 seconds.
– All the other buttons must be inoperative,
i.e. not pushed in.
P
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display.
- The programme sequence indicators
"Pre-wash" and "Main wash" flash.
- Re-programming can be carried out (see
example).
" (for Programming) appears in the
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The programme selector must be at the
"r End" position.
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Programme changes
Example:
Changing the temperature holding time in
the
main wash
from 10 minutes to 5 or 15 or 20 minutes.
15 minutes is required.
Option 3 corresponds to 15 mins.; see
Programme Change Chart No.8 / B Temper
ature holding time in minutes.
The following appear one after another in the
additional display
P 1
(10 minutes),
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P 3
(15 minutes).
P 2
(5 minutes),
^ Turn the programme selector to 8 B. "
flashes in the additional display.
^
Press the "h Start" button 3 times.
P8
?
"
^ Press the "a open door" button.
- Pressing the "a open door" button saves
the change in memory and completes the
programming process.
^
Please enter this programming change in
the table on the following page.
^
Turn the programme selector to the
"r End" position.
See the next page for further possible pro
gramming changes.
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Programme changes
Programme selector setting Options
No. Programme function 1
2 3 4 Enter
Standard
Additional pre-wash
1 A 95 Wash time A,B (mins) no pre-w. 5 9
2 A Water level A,B low high
Pre-wash
3 A 60 Select pre-wash A,B,C,E via button gen/lly yes
4 A Wash times A,B (mins) 8 11 16 6
5 A 40 Temperature A,B,C,E (°C) 35 45 60 24
6 A Water level A,B,E,F low high
Main wash
7 B 95 Thermostop &. Heating active yes no
8 B Temp. holding time A,B,C (mins) 10 5 15 20
9 B 60 Water level A,B low high
10 B Suds cooling A,F (secs) 25 20 30
11 B 40 Temp. in Wool prog. D (°C) 30 25
2
pro
-
grammed
options
Rinses
12 B Increase water level A,B,D no
1
13 C 60 No. of rinse cycles A,B,C,F 34
slightly1average
3
1
high
3
5
2
14 C Rinse hold no yes
Final spin
15 C 30 Pre-spin no yes*
Special functions May only be changed by service technician.
16 C Switching over Sep.rinse Hygiene Sluice*
17 D Water inlet KW+WW KW KW-hard
KW-soft
18 D 30 Max. Temperature in HW
90 85 80
KW+Hot
ter-water
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A,B,D (°C)
19 D Separate spin free yes no
20 E 40 3 external disp. pumps comb. 1 comb. 2 comb. 3 comb. 4
1)
Load dependent if no. 2,6,9 has a standard setting KW = Cold-Water
2)
chemothermal Disinfection Temp.= 60°C WW = Hot water
3)
with bleach select 4 or 5 rinses. HW = Main wash
* standard setting
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Cleaning and Care
Cleaning the washing machine
Clean the casing with a mild non-abrasive
detergent or soap and water. Wipe dry with
a soft cloth.
Clean the facia panel with a damp cloth and
dry with a soft cloth.
The drum and any other stainless steel parts
can be cleaned using a proprietary stainless
steel cleaner according to the manufac
turer’s instructions.
Do not use any scouring agent or solvent
cleaner.
To ensure the correct functioning of the air
gap, any significant detergent residues must
be removed from the canal.
Remove any deposits from the door seal
with a damp cloth.
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To clean the filter in the inlet hose:
Close the stopcock.
^
Build-up of rust
The drum and suds container are manufactured from rust-free stainless steel.
It is, however, possible that water with a high
iron content or foreign bodies in the wash,
(e.g. paper clips or metal buttons), may lead
to the formation of superficial rust spots in
the drum and/or suds container, especially if
the machine is not used for a long time.
Stainless steel components should be
cleaned regularly with a proprietary cleaning
agent for stainless steel. This must be done
if rust appears!
Door seals should also be regularly checked
to make sure that nothing has got trapped in
them. Clean them regularly.
Cleaning the filters in the water inlet
^ Carefully unscrew the knurled coupling
connecting the inlet hose to the stopcock.
^ Remove the rubber seal from the recess.
^ Using pointed pliers, take hold of the plas-
tic filter bar, remove the filter and clean.
^ Put the filter and seal back in the reverse
order.
The filters in the inlet hose should be
checked and cleaned approx. every 6
months.
Inspect the inlet hose which is subjected to
high pressure while the machine is in opera
tion. The hose should be replaced if there
are small cracks in the surface, or if it has
been otherwise damaged.
If replacing the inlet hose only use a hose
able to withstand pressure up to 70 bar.
Miele’s own hoses meet this requirement.
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The washing machine has the following fil
ters to protect the inlet valves:
–
in the free end of any water inlet hose,
–
in the water inlet valve(s) for connection
hose to machine.
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Cleaning and Care
After use the detergent box should be
^
cleaned with warm water to remove any
detergent residues.
The siphon tubes in compartments § and
^
y should also be cleaned.
To clean the filter in the water inlet valve:
Using pliers, carefully loosen the ribbed
^
plastic nut on the inlet valve, and unscrew.
^ Unscrew the screws next to the siphon
tubes. Pull the siphon tubes upwards to remove for cleaning in warm water. Replace
in the reverse order (the siphon tubes must
be hooked in correctly).
^ Use water pump pliers to withdraw the
plastic filter by the bar (see illustration).
^ Clean and put back in the reverse order.
The machine must not be used without
the two dirt filters being put back in place.
If the machine is not going to be used for
a longer period of time (4 weeks or more)
the drum should be rotated several times
after the last use. The drum should be ro
tated every 4 weeks to prevent damage to
the bearings.
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Problem solving guide
Any work on the electrical components of
this machine should only be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person. Unauthorized repairs could be
dangerous.
There are, however, minor faults which can
be corrected without contacting the Service
Department.
Opening the drum door in the event
of a power failure
Turn the programme selector to "r End"
^
Press against the drum door and pull on
^
the emergency door opening mechanism
(see illustration).
^ Open the drain valve access flap.
Always make sure the drum is stationary
before reaching in to remove washing.
Reaching into a moving drum is extremely
dangerous.
^
Press the emergency release lever down
wards, (see illustration) and hold down un
til no more water drains out.
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Problem solving guide
A selected programme does not begin.
The "I On/ Start" indicator light does not
light up.
Check that the door is properly closed, the
^
mains plug is plugged in and that the fuse
or circuit breaker has not tripped.
The check light "p" flashes, although the
programme has finished as usual.
The water inlet system is partially blocked:
Stopcocks not fully opened.
–
Inlet hose kinked or trapped.
–
The water pressure is too low.
–
The filters in the inlet hoses are clogged
–
(see "Cleaning and Care").
The indicator light goes out when the
programme selector switch is turned to the
"r End" position.
The check light "p" flashes, the
"r End", indicator light is on, but the
laundry in the machine has not been
washed.
The water inlet system is turned off.
^ Turn the programme selector switch to
"r End".
^
Turn on the water supply at the stopcocks.
The Pre-wash indicator light "i" is flash
ing in the sequence display.
Start the programme again.
^
If the indicator still flashes call the Service
^
Department.
The Main wash indicator light "j"
flashes during, or after the end of a
programme.
If it also flashes on the next programme
there is a technical fault.
Call the Service Department.
^
Despite adequate water supply pressure,
the machine takes a long time to fill.
The filters in the water inlet might be
blocked.
^ Clean as described under the section
"Cleaning and Care".
Large amounts of unused detergent remain in the dispenser.
Water supply pressure is too low.
^ Clean filters (as described in the section
"Cleaning and Care").
^ Check if the water flow through the stop-
cock is 5 litres in 15 seconds.
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^
Select a programme.
^
Press the "h Start" button.
If little or no water is taken in during the next
programme, the water pressure may be too
low.
If it is adequate there may be a technical
fault.
^
In this case, call your local service dealer
or the Miele Service Department.
The indicator light "q" is flashing.
^
Check whether the drainage system is
clogged.
Washing powder becomes viscous when
used together with a water softener.
^
In future pour washing powder into the de
tergent dispenser before adding water
softener.
Fabric conditioner or bleaching agent is
not completely dispensed or water re
mains in the dispensing compartment.
The siphon tube is either incorrectly posi
tioned or clogged.
^
Lift the lid and remove the siphon.
^
Rinse out the dispenser compartment and
the siphon with warm water.
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Problem solving guide
Possible reasons for increased
levels of foaming
detergent type
–
Only use detergent formulated for use in
^
commercial washer extractors. Domestic
laundry detergent is not suitable.
overdosing of detergent
–
Dispense detergent following the deter
^
gent manufacturer’s instructions on the
packaging and in accordance with local
water hardness levels.
detergent creates too much foam
–
Use a lower foaming detergent or contact
^
your detergent application specialist.
very soft water
–
In areas with hardness level 1 dispense
^
less detergent in accordance with the de
tergent manufacturer’s instructions.
– soiling level of the laundry
^ For lightly soiled laundry dispense less de-
tergent in accordance with the detergent
manufacturer’s instructions.
– residues, e.g. detergent are left on laun-
dry
^ Run an additional pre-wash without deter-
gent and without selecting a temperature.
Laundry which has been soaked before
washing must be thoroughly
rinsed before running a wash programme.
–
small loads
^
Reduce the amount of detergent dis
pensed according to the size of the load.
-
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-
Laundry is either not spun at all or not
spun satisfactorily.
The "w No final spin" button was pushed
–
in.
The machine was not able to distribute the
–
laundry load evenly. To protect the ma
chine, laundry was either only spun at a
reduced speed or not at all.
Large items which tangle or roll up in the
–
drum (e.g. bath mats) can cause an imbal
ance during the spin cycle.
For safety reasons, the machine does not
spin if this is the case. Attempts to build
up spin speed are repeated, however, until
the time allocated to spinning has expired.
It is therefore important to make up mixed
–
loads consisting of large and small items.
The drain system may be clogged.
–
The "n" indicator light flashes.
The machine has switched off because of
serious imbalance.
^ Switch the on-site mains switch off and
then on again or
open the drum door with the emergency
release as described in "Opening the door
in a power cut".
The machine shakes during the spin cy
cle.
The most likely cause is that the four ma
chine feet are not resting securely on the
floor.
^
Level the machine as described in "Notes
for the installer".
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After sales service
Should a fault occur please contact your
nearest authorized Service Dept.
When contacting the Service Department,
please quote the model type, (Typ), the ma
chine number, (Fabr.-Nr.) und Part-no.
(M.-Nr.). These can be found on the data
plate:
With the door open at the top of the door
ring, or:
Problem solving guide
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at the rear of the machine towards the top.
Only use genuine spare parts. When order-
ing spare parts the Spare Parts Dept will
also need to know the model type (Typ), ma
chine number (Fabr.-Nr.) und Part-no.
(M.-Nr.).
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Explanation of symbols on the data plate
1 Machine type
2 Machine number/year of manufacture*
3 Voltage/Frequency
4 Control fusing
5 Drive motor
6 Plate diameter*/Plate quantity*
7 Drum data
8 Drum diameter/drum depth
9 Spin speed
10 Drum volume/Laundry dry weight
11 Kinetic energy
12 Ex. time to top speed
13 Braking time
14 Heating
15 Electric heating
16 Fusing (on site)
17 Steam heating indirect*
18 Steam heating direct*
19 Gas heating*
20 Commissioning date
21 Water registration DVGW-test cert
(Water)*
22 Field for CE test symbol....
(Product-ID-No./Gas)*
*) not applicable to WS 5073
Noise emission
During wash During spin
58.5 dB 74.3 dB
(measured in Germany in accordance with
DIN (IEC) 45 635, machine noise regulations
3. GSGV p1. 1.a)
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The washer-extractor must be installed by
an approved service technician or an au
thorized Service Dealer.
Installation
Notes for the installer
Front transit fitting
-
A concrete floor is the most suitable installa
tion surface.
Please note:
The machine must be level and securely
^
positioned.
Do not install the machine on a ‘soft’ base
^
such as floorboards as this could result in
more vibration during the spin cycles.
If the machine is installed on a raised
^
plinth it should be secured using the butt
straps supplied with the machine.
If there is not already a concrete plinth
on-site, the Miele Spare Parts department offer a steel plinth. It must be ensured that the
steel plinth is secured to the floor, (see the
enclosed installation plan).
To avoid the possibility of frost damage on
no account install the machine in a room
which is exposed to frost.
-
"A" (1 piece)
The front panel must be taken off, (2 internal
torx T20 screws at the bottom) to remove the
front transit fitting (3 SW-13 screws) .
Rear transit fitting
Do not install the machine on carpeted flooring if the carpet pile blocks the ventilation
gap at the base of the machine.
Transit fittings
When the machine has been installed in its
final position, only then remove the red tran
sit fittings marked "A", "B". and "C".
The machine must not be moved without
the transit fittings in place.
The transit fittings should be stored in a safe
place for future use. They must be re-fitted if
the machine is moved again.
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"B" (1 piece) "C" (1 piece)
The rear panel must be taken off, (just
loosen 15 internal torx T20 screws at the bot
tom) to remove the rear transit fitting
(3 SW13 screws each) .
The machine must not be moved without
all the outer panels in place.
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Notes for the installer
Levelling
The machine must stand level to ensure
smooth operation.
The adjustable feet can compensate for an
uneven base.
^ Screw the foot or feet out until the machine
stands level.
^ Hold the foot tight using a pipe wrench.
^ Tighten the counternut using a screwdriver
as indicated.
Connection to water supply
Connection must be made to the water sup
ply via a stopcock which conforms with local
and national regulations. This work must be
carried out by a suitably qualified and com
petent person.
To ensure the machine is correctly con
nected please observe the installation plan
and the installation instructions supplied with
the machine.
See the installation diagram supplied for in
structions on connection to the water supply
and for drainage.
The inlet pressure hoses supplied with the
machine must be used for connection to the
water supply
To ensure the hot water inlet hose (marked
90°C) lasts for many years it is advised not
to use it on a hot water connection supplying
water hotter than 70°C.
If replacing an inlet hose only use a hose
able to withstand a burst pressure of at least
70 bar and a temperature of 90°C. This also
applies to all connection parts.
Miele "Original" spare parts meet this requirement.
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A water pressure flow rate of at least 1 bar,
maximum 10 bar is essential to ensure the
smooth operation of this machine.
Water taken into the machine must not ex
ceed a temperature of 70°C.
Connection to cold water only
-See the Installation Plan provided.
Water connection Australia
To prevent back-syphonage, the water con
nection must be via an approved
Dual-Check-Valve.
Drainage
The machine empties through a motor con
trolled drain valve. A DN 50 angle connector
can be used to make connection to an
on-site drainage system, (sink box with
odour trap).
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Notes for the installer
Coin mechanism unit
The washer-extractor can be fitted with a
coin unit.
It can also be connected to an existing coin
unit. The correct connection cable is re
quired for this. For the C 4030 / 4031,
C 4050 / 4051 and C 4065 / 4070 using
timed operation an AD 3 adapter is required.
The machine has to be reprogrammed for
this connection. This must only be done by a
Miele authorized service engineer.
The coin unit and connection cable are
available at extra cost from the Miele Spare
Parts Department, or from Miele specialist
dealers.
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Electrical connection
All electrical work must be carried out by a
suitably competent person in compliance
with national and local regulations.
Please take note of the Installation diagram
and the Wiring diagram. They are important
for electrical connection.
The electrical safety of this machine
(WS 5073, 5100, 5140, 5101, 5141) is in ac
cordance with IEC 335.
The minimum suds level required for activat
ing the heating is given in mm column of wa
ter: WS 5073 45 mm column of water
The voltage and frequency are given on the
data plate. The machine must only be con
nected if these match the mains supply.
Variants: 3N AC 380-415 V 50 Hz
1 AC 220-240 V 50 Hz
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The motor is fitted with an overload protection switch.
For extra safety it is advisable to install a residual current device with a trip current of
100 mA.
Nominal rated load and fuse rating are given
on the data plate. Ensure that these are
compatible with the electricity supply.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Connection should be made via a suitable
isolator which complies with national and lo
cal regulations, and the on/off switch should
be easily accessible for servicing work.
When installation and connection have
been completed all removable outer pan
els must be re-fitted before the machine is
operated
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