Page 2 - Contents
Contents 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................... 4 Explanation of the safety notes and warnings on the machine......................................... 4 Appropriate use ..................................................................
Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Read the operating instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Explanation of the safety notes and warnings on the ma-chine Read the operating instructions Read all the instructions, e.g., the installation instruc-tions Warning, hot surfaces Warning, voltage up to 1000 volts Grounding Equipotential bonding This washing machine co...
Page 5 - Appropriate use
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 Appropriate use The washing machine is only suitable for washing fabrics with a care label stating that they are suitable for machine washing. Anyother applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot beheld liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improp...
Page 6 - Preventing misuse; Risk of fire and explosion!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 This washing machine should not be used by persons with re- duced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or a lack of experi-ence and knowledge, unless they are supervised or instructed on itsuse by a responsible person. Children must not be allowed near the w...
Page 8 - Technical safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 Technical safety Installation and repair work to electrical machines must only be carried out by a qualified person in strict accordance with current lo-cal and national safety codes. Repairs and other work by unqualifiedpersons could be dangerous. This washing ma...
Page 10 - Correct use
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 Correct use The maximum dry laundry weight is 53 lb (24 kg) for PW 6241 and 370 lb (32 kg) for PW 6321. See the “Program chart” for the maximumrecommended load sizes for individual programs. Before using the washing machine for the first time, check that the ship...
Page 11 - If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the washing ma-
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 If agents containing chlorine get onto the stainless-steel surface,clean the stainless-steel surface immediately with water. Then use acloth to dry the stainless-steel surface. It is particularly important to observe the manufacturer’s instruc- tions when using a c...
Page 12 - Chlorine and component damage
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12 Only use dyes, dye removers, and descaling agents suitable for use in a washing machine. The manufacturer’s instructions on thepackaging must be observed. Dye removers contain sulfur compounds which can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in...
Page 13 - Disposing of your old machine; Ensure that the door locks are unusable when disposing of or
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13 Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by failure to complywith these IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Disposing of your old machine Ensure that the door locks are unusable when disposing of or scrapping old washing machines. This will prevent the risk of chil...
Page 14 - Caring for the environment; Disposal of the packaging material
Caring for the environment 14 Disposal of the packaging material The packaging is designed to protect the washing machine againsttransport damage. The packaging materials used are selected frommaterials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and cantherefore be recycled. Recycling the packa...
Page 15 - Energy saving tips; maximum
Caring for the environment 15 Energy saving tips Energy and waterconsumption - Make use of the maximum load size that the wash program can accommodate.The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a fullload is washed. Detergent - Do not exceed the amounts of detergent recommended on t...
Page 16 - Description of the machine; Machine description; Pressing the red button switches the machine off.
Description of the machine 16 Machine description ⑥ ⑦ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ a Emergency-off button Pressing the red button switches the machine off. b Control panel c Detergent drawer Pull the handle to open the cover. d Door handle The door handle is equipped with an anti-snap mechanism to ensure the safety fu...
Page 17 - Control panel; Switch on the machine
Description of the machine 17 Control panel a Display 1 Cottons Hygiene 90 2 Cottons Universal 60 3 Cottons Intensive 60 °F °F °F When the machine is switched on the welcome screen will appear briefly, followed bythe program list. The last started program is highlighted. b Function buttons T...
Page 18 - Function buttons; Press this button if the laundry is to be starched.
Description of the machine 18 Function buttons A function is activated when pressed and deactivated when pressed again. Stop/finish The right-hand function button is used as the finish button after a program has started.Pressing the button stops the selected program or finishes a stopped program...
Page 19 - Program card for the supervisor
Description of the machine 19 Program card for the supervisor There are no programs on this card ex works. Please refer to the programming instructionsfor information on how data is transferred from the controls to the card. If a card with saved programs is placed in the card reader before the progr...
Page 20 - Washing; Before using for the first time; The washing machine must be commissioned by Cus-; The welcome screen will appear in the display; Preparing the laundry; Emptying pockets
Washing 20 Before using for the first time The washing machine must be commissioned by Cus- tomer Service or an authorized dealer. Open the on-site shut-off valves for water and/or steam. Switch on the (on-site) power switch. Switch the machine on with the I “Power on” button. M PROFESSIONA...
Page 22 - Washing with detergent drawers; Bleaching agent
Washing 22 Washing with detergent drawers Adding detergentusing the deter-gent dispenserdrawer For standard wash programs, add powder detergent for the mainwash to the compartment and if desired, add detergent for a pre-wash to the compartment. Add fabric softener to the front of the comp...
Page 23 - Frequent use of chlorine products increases the risk of damage
Washing 23 Liquid bleaching agents must only be dispensed through the desig-nated dispenser drawer compartment. Only then it is ensured that theagent is added in to the second rinse cycle automatically. Liquidbleaching agents should only be used on colored textiles which havea wash care label statin...
Page 25 - Selecting a program
Washing 25 Selecting a program - Select a program by rotating the selector dial (e.g., Program 1 Cot- tons). The following (for example) will appear in the display: 18 1 2 Cottons Hygiene Extra Drain Cottons Universal °F °F 90 60 Selecting the Pre-wash, Starch stop, or W/o spin addi-tional...
Page 26 - Changes before program start; Load size; Press the “START” button to start the wash program.
Washing 26 Changes before program start If changes are to be made before the start of the program, e.g. load,temperature or spin speed: Load size The load size can be entered manually before the start of the pro-gram. 1 Main Wash Cottons Hygiene Pre-wash °F 90 10,0 + 40 °F 24,0 lb Rotat...
Page 28 - Press the
Washing 28 Block Wash time 1 2 Actual water level mm 22 : : 2. Spülgang : Program step Requiredtemperature Actual temperature Required water level °F 60 60 35 °F mm : : : Cottons Hygiene rpm: Rhythm 1 rpm / 12 3 40 : Press the “Back” button. The display will automatically revert to the ...
Page 30 - Washing by card operation; at least one
Washing by card operation 30 Card operation Cards with at least one program are intended for a particular model of machine. Blank cards can be used in any machine. Switch on the machine with the I “Power on” button. The welcome screen will appear in the display. Insert the card. The programs o...
Page 31 - Laundry load operation
Washing by card operation 31 Card fault Reinsert card correctly in card reader. Insert the card into the card reader correctly. If the card is not suitable for this model of machine, the followingmessage will appear in the display: Card contents Card programs are onlyapplicable for machine t...
Page 32 - Additional functions; Temporarily changing the language
Additional functions 32 Temporarily changing the language The display language can be changed temporarily via the flag symbolbefore starting the program. The language selected is reset 5 minutes after the end of the pro-gram when the door is opened. 1 Cottons Hygiene 90 2 Cottons Universal 60 3 Cott...
Page 33 - Start time
Additional functions 33 Start time A later wash start time can be allocated to a program using the “Start time” function button. Setting a start time Select the wash program required. When a program has been selected, the following (for example) willappear in the display: Cottons Hygiene 1 10...
Page 35 - Without spin; Program stop
Additional functions 35 Without spin “W/o spin” can be selected before the program starts in all stan- dard programs (excluding Separate spin). Press the “W/o spin” button. The field will be highlighted in the display. Tip: The function can be deselected by pressing the button again. ...
Page 36 - Program cancelation
Additional functions 36 Program cancelation The program can be canceled as follows. Press the “Stop/finish” button twice in succession. The program is canceled. If the program has been canceled while there is still water in the ma-chine or during spinning, the following will appear in the displ...
Page 37 - Skipping a program
Additional functions 37 60 12:35 Cottons Hygiene 1 Main Wash °F 90 Finish at °F Rinse 1 Skipping a program The current program can be skipped or program blocks can be re-peated. Press the “Stop/finish” button. The program will stop. 1 Cottons Hygiene Program stop Press the “S...
Page 38 - Optional modules; Dispenser pump
Optional modules 38 Liquid dispensing (optional for machines with detergentcompartment) A e a c b d B A Dispenser pump B Siphon tube a Hose connection socket (suction side) b Hose connection socket (pressure side) c Outlet (in case of hose leakage) d Suction inlet opening e Display indicator level c...
Page 39 - Deselecting dispensing; Dispensing quantities; Please follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions.; Commissioning the dispenser pumps
Optional modules 39 Deselecting dispensing Liquid dispensing can be switched off manually before the programstarts. 60 60 90 °F °F °F 1 Whites Cottons 2 3 Cottons Intensive Switch liquid dispensing off manually using the “Dispensingoff” function button. After the program has started, n...
Page 40 - Dispensing calibration
Optional modules 40 Dispensing calibration Dispensing calibration is used to measure the throughput of the indi-vidual dispenser pumps. To go directly toDispensing cali-bration when themachine isswitched off: Press and hold multifunction button 2 and switch the machine onwith “Power on”. Dispen...
Page 41 - Cleaning and maintenance of the dispensing system
Optional modules 41 100 ml Dispensing calibration Dispensing pump 1 V: P: t: s No 0 0/1 Press the multifunction button 0/1 . Stop the pump by pressing the 0/1 button, or the pump will stop au- tomatically after 60 seconds. Measure the required amount in the measuring vessel. / 100 ml Dis...
Page 42 - Communication module
Optional modules 42 The program is resumed automatically when the peak-load functionfinishes. Communication module The machine can be connected to a PC (personal computer) usingthe communication module. The slot for the communication module is located on the back of themachine. An Editor program is ...
Page 43 - If the
Optional modules 43 Tip: If the “Back” button is pressed or if the “START” button is not pressed within 30 seconds, the program will not start and the dis-play appears as before program start.
Page 44 - Total data; Select the Total data menu option.
Optional modules 44 Total data Operating data module Total data Program data Select the Total data menu option. After selecting Total data (for example), the following appears in thedisplay: 200.987 h 123456 h : : Operating data module Total data Total time power on Operating hours A...
Page 45 - Select the Program data menu option.; A list of all program starts of “Program
Optional modules 45 Program data Operating data module Program data Delete data Select the Program data menu option. After selecting Program data (for example), the following appears inthe display: Operating data module Program data Cottons Hygiene Cottons 90 °F 60 °F 2 1 Selec...
Page 46 - only the last 3 stops and 3 starts are displayed.)
Optional modules 46 - Electrical energy : 12.5 kWh - Gas energy : 0 kWh - Steam energy : 0 kWh - Total water amount : 140 l - Max. wash water temp. : 200°F (95°C) - Max. drain water temperature : 115°F (45°C) - Program change : 2 (after selecting and pressing the selector dial, only the last 3 stops...
Page 48 - Weighing system/weighing base; If the load display does not show “; Reset the display to 0 using the
Optional modules 48 Weighing system/weighing base If the machine is equipped with a weighing base, the load weight isdisplayed in 0.5 lb (0.2 kg) increments during loading. The maximumload weight for the selected program is displayed beside it. Resetting the loaddisplay to zero Do not place any item...
Page 49 - Frequently asked questions; The drum door cannot be opened.
Frequently asked questions 49 The drum door cannot be opened. Press against the door handle, turn the machine off and on, andthen pull the door handle again. The safety catch of the door handle is disengaged The door handle has stopped working. It is no longer possible toopen or close the drum doo...
Page 50 - Power failure; Press the “START” button and the program will continue.
Frequently asked questions 50 Power failure during the wash cycle; opening the doorin an emergency In the event of abrief power out-age: The program stops in the last position reached and the followingmessage appears in the display once the power supply has been re-stored: Power failure Program ...
Page 51 - In the event of a longer power failure
Frequently asked questions 51 In the event of a longer power failure Switch off the machine. Switch the machine off with the on-site power switch. Close the on-site shut-off valves for water or steam. To remove the laundry, first open the drain valve manually and thenmanually unlock the drum d...
Page 52 - Possible reasons for increased levels of foaming; Very soft water; Large items stretched during spinning; Please contact Customer Service.
Frequently asked questions 52 Remove the laundry. Possible reasons for increased levels of foaming Detergent type Only use detergent suitable for use in commercial washing ma-chines. Domestic laundry detergent is not suitable. Too much detergent Dispense detergent following the instructions on...
Page 53 - Service interval and DGUV display; Maintenance interval; DGUV test
Frequently asked questions 53 Service interval and DGUV display If the following message appears in the machine display after “Poweron”, either a service or the annual DGUV check must be carried out. 1 Maintenance interval Call Technical Service. DGUV test Call Technical Service. The display...
Page 55 - Insert the card into the card reader correctly.
Frequently asked questions 55 Reinsert card correctly in card reader. Card fault Insert the card into the card reader correctly.
Page 56 - Customer Service; In the event of a malfunction, contact Customer Service.; Use only original Miele spare parts
Frequently asked questions 56 Customer Service In the event of a malfunction, contact Customer Service. When contacting Customer Service, please quote the model, serialnumber (SN), and material number (mat. no.) of your machine. This in-formation can be found on the data plate. The data plate is vis...
Page 57 - Cleaning and care; machine casing, control panel, and plastic parts
Cleaning and care 57 Carry out cleaning and maintenance of the washing machine afteruse if possible. Do not use a pressure washer or water jet to clean the washingmachine. Clean the machine casing, control panel, and plastic parts with a mild, non-abrasive cleaning agent or with a soft, damp clo...
Page 58 - Also clean the siphons in the compartments for cleaning agents.
Cleaning and care 58 Cleaning the detergent drawer, detergent compart-ments, and siphons Clean the detergent drawer and the detergent compartments thor-oughly with hot water as required to remove detergent residues andincrustations. If the machine is not going to be used for a long time, leave t...
Page 60 - Drum shaft bearings; Drum bearing lubrication; This message is removed by pressing the; Downtimes
Cleaning and care 60 Drum shaft bearings Once the service interval has been reached, the following messageappears in the display: Drum bearing lubrication Call Technical Service. This message is removed by pressing the button. It appears after switching on the machine until the service techni...
Page 61 - Data plate; Sound emissions; A-weighted noise power level
Data plate 61 MODEL SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF MANUFACTURE ARTICLE NUMBER MATERIAL NUMBER POWER SOURCE TOTAL AMPS MINIMUM CIRCUIT AMPACITY MAX. FUSE (TIME DELAY FUSE) DESIGN PRESSURE HIGH SIDE: MAX. HOT WATER INLET TEMPERATURE: MAX. HEAT INPUT RATE: Sound emissions A-weighted noise power level Washing Sp...
Page 62 - Installation; Shipping struts
Installation 62 The washing machine must be installed by a Miele service techni-cian or by an authorized dealer. This washing machine is only intended for items of laundry that have not been proofed with dangerous or inflammable substances. Remove packaging carefully with a suitable tool. The wash...
Page 63 - Water connection
Installation 63 The front plinth panel is screwed to the rear panel and the rear plinthpanel is located under the machine cover and they are both to bemounted after installation. The screws for this are in the accessorypack. Keep the struts in a safe place. They need to be reinstalled shouldthe mach...
Page 65 - Attach the non-return valve to the faucet.
Installation 65 Use of non-returnvalves In Germany, the machine must be connected to the water supply us-ing the non-return valve provided. According to national regulations for drinking water quality, with ef-fect from March 21, 2021, a non-return valve to prevent backsiphon-ing must be installed b...
Page 66 - Dispensing-agent connection to the mixer compartment
Installation 66 Dispensing-agent connection to the mixer compartment Connections 1 and 2 are provided for viscous agents. These con- nectors are sealed and need to be drilled open using an 8 mm drillbit. Care must be taken to drill through the first wall (1) only, as there is adeflecting wall (2) ...
Page 67 - Electrical connection; Type B
Installation 67 Electrical connection The electrical connection must only be carried out by a suitably quali-fied electrician in accordance with local and national regulations. When installing a residual current device (RCD), it must be Type B . The electrical components of the machine PW 6241, PW 6...
Page 68 - Equipotential bonding; The motor is protected against overload by winding protection.; Connecting the dispenser pumps; Risk of electric shock and injury from live or rotating machine
Installation 68 Equipotential bonding An equipotential bond with good contact connection must alwaysbe provided in accordance with all national and local regulations. The minimum liquor level to activate the heater is 4 5/16" ( ) water col-umn. The motor is protected against overload by winding...
Page 69 - Quick Start Guide; Preparing the laundry
Quick Start Guide 69 1. Preparing the laundry Only machine wash items which have a care label stating that theyare suitable for machine washing or for wet cleaning. Empty all pockets. 2. Switching on the machine and loading the laundry Switch on the washing machine with the button. Pull the...
Page 70 - Select a program by rotating the selector dial; If the message “Door lock error” appears, proceed as follows:; Door lock fault; Press the “START” button.; The end of the program is indicated in the display; If no additional wash programs are planned:; Leave the drum door open.
Quick Start Guide 70 4. Select a program by rotating the selector dial 5. Press the “START” button to start the selected washprogram If the message “Door lock error” appears, proceed as follows: Call Technical Serviceif restart w/o success. Door lock fault Press firmly against the door handl...
Page 72 - Canada; Technical Service & Support
Please have the model and serial numberof your machine available whencontacting Technical Service. U.S.A. Miele, Inc. National Headquarters ImporterMiele Limited Professional Division Miele ProfessionalTechnical Service Phone: 1-888-325-3957[email protected] Canada 161 Four Valley DriveVaughan, ON L...