Miele 51608065USA Operations Instructions

Operating and installation instructionsfor washer-extractorPW 6080 VarioTo avoid the risk of accidents ordamage to the machine it isessential to read

Correct use~Do not install your machine in rooms where temperatures belowfreezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliabilityof the el

~Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaningagents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before beingwashed in this machine.~Nev

Chlorine and component damageNotes on using chlorine bleach and perchlorethylene~Frequent use of chlorine increases the risk of componentdamage.The us

Accessories~Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved byMiele.If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liabilitycl

Control panela DisplaySee the following pages for more information.b Short cut buttonsFor selecting an individual programme quickly. These buttons can

DisplayEntry menu1 Cottons Uni. 60°CProgramme selection...2 Minimum iron 40°C Settings F...3 Delicates 40°C4 Woollens H 30°C 10:00When the machine is

Programme selection menuProgrammeselectionCottons Hygiene VCottons Uni.Minimum ironDelicates HYou can use the multi-function selector to select anypro

Operating the machine in wash-salon modeThe entry menu will vary depending on the Control settingselected.The machine is operated either with the shor

1. Sort the laundry^ Empty all pockets.,Foreign objects (e.g. nails,coins, paper clips, etc.) can causedamage to textiles and tocomponents in the mach

2. Load the drum^Switch the machine off with the KOn/Off button.^To open the drum door pull on thehandle.Do not use force as it is fitted with asafety

Disposal of the packingmaterialThe transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland

Garment care label symbolsWashingThe figure quoted in the bucket is themaximum temperature the garmentcan be washed at. The number ofbars under the sy

,It is very important to read boththe ""Notes and tips on laundry care"and "Garment care label symbols"sections before procee

C Select a programmeProgramme descriptions–See the separate booklet"Commissioning, Programme chartand Settings" supplied with themachine for

D Add detergentTake the level of soiling and waterhardness into account.Too little detergent results in:–Laundry not getting properly clean,and with t

E Start the programmeThe Start button will flash as soon as aprogramme can be started.^Press the Start button.The Start button will now light upconsta

Selecting/changing a programmeEntry menu1 Cottons Uni. 60°CProgramme selection...2 Minimum iron 40°C Settings F...3 Delicates 40°C4 Woollens H 30°C 15

Note: If you do not make a selection in the sub-menu withinapprox. 15 seconds, the display will revert to the main menu.– Temperature selectionCottons

Saving a favourite programmeYou can programme the short cut buttons to call up thefour wash programmes you use most frequently. The Saveoption must be

You can use the Extras option to augment the basic washprograms.To open the Extras sub-menuCottons Uni. 60°C 1300 rpmDuration: 0:53 hExtrasHTimer YHBa

Rinse holdThe laundry is not spun after the last rinse and remainssuspended in the final rinse water. This reduces creasing ifthe laundry is not going

Caring for the environment...2Warning and Safety instructions ...6Operating t

The timer can be used to select the time you want theprogramme to finish. The start of a programme can bedelayed from 30 minutes up to a maximum of 24

Maximum final spin speedThe maximum final spin speed willdepend on the programme chosen.You can reduce the final spin speed.However, you cannot select

Payment systemCredit will be lost if the programmecancelled after it has started.Interrupting a programmeYou can interrupt a programme whichis in oper

Detergent dispensingPlease follow the detergentmanufacturer's instructions.Instructions for use and recommendedamounts for a full load are given

Fabric conditioners, liquidstarch and starch formulations^Dispense according to the amountspecified on the packaging.Automatic dispensing of fabriccon

External dispensing systemThe machine is fitted with an adapter for an externaldispensing system. Up to six dispensing hoses (not supplied)can be conn

If a Disinfection programme is running, the followingmessage is displayed:FaultContainer emptyOOKHThe programme will be cancelled.^Press short cut but

,Disconnect the machine from themains electricity supply.Cleaning the machine,Do not use solvents, abrasivecleaners, glass cleaners orall-purpose clea

Cleaning the detergent dispenserdrawerRemove detergent residues regularly.There is a yellow lever behind thedetergent drawer fascia panel.^ Remove the

^Clean the siphon.1. Remove the siphon fromcompartment § and rinse underwarm running water. Clean thesiphon tube in the same way.2. Replace the siphon

Colour run and dye removers/dyes ...33Fabric conditioners, liquid starch and starch formulations ...34

Cleaning the water inlet filtersThe machine has two filters to protectthe water inlet valve. These filtersshould be checked every six months orso, or

What to do if...With the help of the following notes, minor faults in the performance of thismachine, some of which may result from incorrect operatio

A fault message appears in the displayMessage Possible cause Remedy ApWater intake faultOpen the stopcockandcheck the inlet hose.The water inlet isblo

General problemsProblem Possible cause RemedyThe machine shakesduring the spin cycle.The machine feet are notlevel.Level the machine (see"Install

An unsatisfactory wash resultProblem Possible cause RemedyLiquid detergentdoes not give therequired result.Liquid detergentsusually contain nobleachin

The door will not openPossible cause RemedyThe door is locked aftera programme has beencancelled.For safety reasons the drum door cannot be openedif t

Peak loadWhen the peak load function is activated, the heating will turnoff and the programme is stopped. The following messageappears in the display:

Opening the drum door in theevent of a blocked drain outletand/or power failure,Disconnect the machine from themains electricity supply.There is a lev

Once the flow of water ceases:^ Remove the drain filter completely.Cleaning the drainage system^ Clean the drain filter thoroughly.^Remove any foreign

Opening the drum door,Always make sure that the drumis stationary before reaching into themachine to remove laundry.Reaching into a moving drum isextr

Bird's eye view...53Installing the machine ...53Insta

RepairsIn the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, or if themachine is under guarantee, pleasecontact:–the Miele Service Department (s

Front viewa Inlet hose (cold water)b Inlet hose (hot water)c Mains connection cabled Control panele Detergent dispenser drawerf Door with handleg Acce

Rear viewa Mains connection cableb Installation shaft for communicationmodulec Valve for recycled waterd Inlet hose (hot water)e Inlet hose (cold wate

Side viewBird's eye viewInstalling the machine^ Transport the machin to itsinstallation site.,Ensure he machine is stableduring transportation.,D

Installation on an raised plinthThe machine can be istalled on a steelplinth base* (available open or closed)or on a concrete plinth.,If the machine i

Installation surface,Do not install the machine nearor directly above an open gully orfloor drain. Moisture from these canpenetrate the machine and da

^Release the catch and turn the righthand transit bar anti-clockwise by90°.^Then withdraw the transit bar.,To avoid the risk of injury theholes for th

Levelling the machineEnsure that the machine feet and thefloor are dry to prevent the machinefrom slipping during the spin cycle.,The machine must sta

PlumbingThe machine is built in accordance withcurrent standards and must beconnected to a mains water supply inaccordance with local and nationalsafe

Connection to the hot water supplyTo keep electricity consumption costsdown this machine can be connectedto a (ring) piped hot water supply, max.tempe

~It is essential to read these instructions.This machine conforms to current safety requirements.Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal inju

Water drainageDump valve versionA motorised dump valve is used todrain the machine. A DN 70 angleconnector can be used for draining themachine via an

Electrical connectionThis machine is supplied with aconnection cable and a NEMA L15-30Pplug.,The voltage, rated load and fuserating are given on the d

Height 1020 mmWidth 700 mmDepth 727 mmDepth with door open 1167 mmWeight 140 kgMax. load bearing in operation 2600 Newton (ca. 260kg)Capacity 8.0 kg d

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~The machine is suitable for indoor use only.~This machine is not intended for use by people with reducedphysical, sensory or mental capabilities, or

Technical safety~Before setting up the machine, check it for any externally visibledamage.Do not install or use a damaged machine.~The electrical safe

~This machine must only be connected to the on-site water supplyusing a hose that is in good condition. Old hoses must not bere-used. Check the hose r