Page 2 - Contents
Contents 2 Warning and Safety instructions .................................................................................... 4 Explanation of the safety instructions and warnings on the machine ............................... 4 Intended use............................................................
Page 4 - Warning and Safety instructions
Warning and Safety instructions 4 Explanation of the safety instructions and warnings on themachine Read the operating instructions Read all the instructions, e.g. the installation instructions Warning, hot surfaces Warning, voltage up to 1000 volts Earthing Equipotential bonding This washing machin...
Page 5 - Intended use
Warning and Safety instructions 5 Intended 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 imprope...
Page 6 - Foreseeable misuse; Risk of fire and
Warning and Safety instructions 6 This washing machine can only be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience orknowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shownhow to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the con-sequ...
Page 7 - If the detergent compartment drawer is open and any of the dis-
Warning and Safety instructions 7 If the detergent compartment drawer is open and any of the dis- penser drawers are missing, there is a danger of scalding from splashing water . Do not operate the machine if any of its components are missing. It is particularly important to observe manufacturer...
Page 8 - Technical safety
Warning and Safety instructions 8 Technical safety This washing machine must be installed by the Miele Cus- tomer Service Department or by an authorised dealer. Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage. Do not install or use a damaged washing machine. T...
Page 10 - Correct use
Warning and Safety instructions 10 Correct use The maximum dry laundry weight is 24 kg for PW 6241 and 32 kg for PW 6321. See the “Programme chart” for the maximum recom-mended load sizes for individual programmes. Before using the washing machine for the first time, check that the transport saf...
Page 11 - If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine
Warning and Safety instructions 11 Disinfectants and detergents often contain chlorine-containing compounds. When agents containing chlorine dry on stainless steelsurfaces, the resulting chlorides can attack the stainless steel andproduce rust. Protect your washing machine from rust damage by us-i...
Page 12 - Chlorine and component damage
Warning and Safety instructions 12 Recommending chemical cleaning agents does not mean that the machine manufacturer is responsible for the influences of theseagents on the laundry and the washing machine. Please note that un-disclosed product changes by the manufacturers of these agentsmay affect...
Page 13 - Accessories; Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by; Disposing of your old machine; Ensure that the door locks are unusable when disposing of or
Warning and Safety instructions 13 Accessories Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product li-ability claims will be invalidated. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliancewith these Warning a...
Page 14 - Caring for the environment; Disposal of the packing material
Caring for the environment 14 Disposal of the packing material The packaging is designed to protect against transportation damage.The packaging materials used are selected from materials which areenvironmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. Recycling the packaging reduces the use of...
Page 15 - Energy saving tips; - To get the most out of your machine, load the
Caring for the environment 15 Energy saving tips Energy and waterconsumption - To get the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load size for the wash programme you are using.Energy and water consumption is most efficient when a full load iswashed. Detergent - Do not exceed the amounts of d...
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 flap. d Door handle The door handle is equipped with an anti-snap mechanism to ensure the safety fun...
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 °C °C °C When the machine is switched on the welcome screen will appear briefly, followed bythe programme list. The last started programme is highlighted. b Function butto...
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 programme has started.Pressing the button stops the selected programme or finishes a stopped pro...
Page 19 - Programme card for the supervisor
Description of the machine 19 Programme card for the supervisor There are no programmes on this card ex works. Please refer to the programming instruc-tions for information on how data is transferred from the controls to the card. If a card with saved programmes is placed in the card reader before t...
Page 20 - Washing; Initial commissioning; The washing machine must be commissioned by the Cus-; The welcome screen will appear in the display,; Preparing the laundry; Emptying pockets
Washing 20 Initial commissioning The washing machine must be commissioned by the Cus- tomer Service Department or an authorised 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 PROFES...
Page 21 - Load sizes
Washing 21 Load sizes (dry laundry) PW 6241 PW 6321 1 Cottons 90 °C max. 24 kg max. 32 kg 2 Cottons 60 °C 3 Cottons 60 °C Intensive 4 Cottons 30 °C 5 Cottons 30 °C Intensive 6 Cottons Eco short 7 Minimum iron 60 °C max. 12 kg max. 16 kg 8 Minimum iron 60 °C intensive 9 Minimum iron 30 °C 10 Minimum ...
Page 22 - Washing with detergent drawers
Washing 22 Washing with detergent drawers Adding detergentusing the deter-gent drawer For standard wash programmes add the powder detergent for themain wash to the drawer and if desired, add detergent for a pre- wash to the drawer. Add fabric conditioner to the front of the drawer. Add ...
Page 23 - Bleaching agents
Washing 23 Bleaching agents Only use bleaching agents on fabrics with the Δ symbol on the wash care label. Liquid bleaching agents must only be dispensed through the desig-nated dispenser drawer. The agent will then be dispensed automatic-ally during the second rinse. Liquid bleaching agents should...
Page 25 - Selecting a programme
Washing 25 Selecting a programme - Select a programme by rotating the rotary control (e.g. Programme 1 Cottons). The following (for example) will appear in the display: 18 1 2 Cottons hygiene Separate drain Cottons universal °C °C 90 60 Selecting the Pre-wash, Starch stop or Without spin a...
Page 26 - Changes before starting the programme; Load size; Temperature; Spin speed; Press the “START” button to start the wash programme.
Washing 26 Changes before starting the programme Changes can be made before the start of the programme, e.g. load,temperature or spin speed: Load size The load size can be entered manually before the start of the pro-gramme. 1 Main wash Cottons hygiene Pre-wash °C 90 10,0 + 40 °C 24,0 kg ...
Page 28 - Press the; Pull the handle to open the drum door.
Washing 28 Block Wash time 1 2 Actual level mm 22 : : 2nd rinse : Programme step Rqrd.temperature Actual temperature Required level °C 60 60 35 °C mm : : : Cottons hygiene rpm: Rhythm 1 rpm / 12 3 40 : Press the “Back” button. The display will automatically revert to the programme seque...
Page 30 - Washing by card operation; at least one
Washing by card operation 30 Card operation Cards with at least one programme 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 programm...
Page 31 - Laundry load operation
Washing by card operation 31 Card fault Card incorrectly inserted 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 Programmes on the card are only suitablefor ...
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 programme. The language selected is reset 5 minutes after the end of the pro-gramme when the door is opened. 1 Cottons hygiene 90 2 Cottons universal 60 3 ...
Page 33 - Start time
Additional functions 33 Start time A later wash start time can be allocated to a programme using the “Start time” function button. Setting a start time Select the wash programme. When a programme has been selected, the following (for example)will appear in the display: Cottons hygiene 1 10,0 ...
Page 35 - Without spin; Programme stop
Additional functions 35 Without spin “Without spin” can be selected before the programme starts in all standard programmes (excluding Separate spin). Press the “Without spin” button. The field will be highlighted in the display. Tip: The function can be deselected by pressing the button agai...
Page 36 - Programme cancellation; Cancelling a locked programme
Additional functions 36 Programme cancellation The programme can be cancelled as follows. Press the “Stop/finish” button twice in succession. The programme is cancelled. If the programme has been cancelled while there is still water in themachine or during spinning, the following will appear in...
Page 37 - Skipping a programme
Additional functions 37 60 12:35 Cottons hygiene 1 Main wash °C 90 Finish at °C Rinse 1 Skipping a programme The current programme can be skipped or programme blocks can berepeated. Press the “Stop/finish” button. The programme is stopped. 1 Cottons hygiene Programme stop Press t...
Page 38 - Optional modules; Dispenser pump
Optional modules 38 Liquid dispensing (optional for machines with dispensercompartment) A e a c b d B A Dispenser pump B Siphon a Hose connection (suction side) b Hose connection (pressure side) c Leakage outlet d Suction inlet opening e Empty indicator. When the dispenser is empty the pump and them...
Page 39 - Deselecting dispensing; Amount to be dispensed; Please follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions.; Commissioning the dispensing pumps
Optional modules 39 Deselecting dispensing Liquid dispensing can be switched off before the programme starts. 60 60 90 °C °C °C 1 Whites Cottons 2 3 Cottons Intensive Switch liquid dispensing off manually using the “Dispensingoff” function button. After the programme has started, no de...
Page 41 - Cleaning and maintenance of the dispensing system
Optional modules 41 100 ml Dispenser calibration Dispenser 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 automatically after 60 seconds. Measure the required amount in the measuring vessel. / 100 ml Dispens...
Page 42 - Communication module
Optional modules 42 The programme is resumed automatically when the peak-load func-tion finishes. 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...
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 programme will not start and thedisplay appears as before programme start.
Page 44 - Total data; Select the Total data menu option.
Optional modules 44 Total data Operating data module Total data Programme 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...
Page 45 - Programme data
Optional modules 45 Programme data Operating data module Programme data Delete data Select the Programme data menu option. After selecting Programme data (for example), the following appearsin the display: Operating data module Programme data Cottons hygiene Cottons 90 °C 60 °C 2 1...
Page 46 - : amount ml (after selecting and pressing the
Optional modules 46 - Electrical energy : 12.5 kWh - Gas energy : 0 kWh - Steam energy : 0 kWh - Total volume of water : 140 l - Max. water temperature : 95 °C - Max. drain temperature : 45 °C - Programme change : 2 (after selecting and pressing the rotary con- trol, only the last 3 stops and 3 star...
Page 48 - Weighing system/weighing plinth; If the load display does not show “; Reset the display to 0 using the
Optional modules 48 Weighing system/weighing plinth If the machine is equipped with a weighing plinth, the load weight isdisplayed in 0.2 kg increments during loading. The maximum loadweight for the selected programme is displayed beside it. Resetting the loaddisplay to zero Do not place any items o...
Page 49 - Problem solving guide; The drum door cannot be opened
Problem solving guide 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 door. The ...
Page 50 - Power cut; Press the “START” button and the programme will continue.
Problem solving guide 50 Power failure during the wash cycle; opening the doorin an emergency In the event of abrief power fail-ure: The programme stops in the last position reached and the followingmessage appears in the display once the power supply has been re-stored: Power cut Programme stop...
Page 51 - In the event of a longer power failure
Problem solving guide 51 In the event of a longer power failure Switch the machine off. 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 door...
Page 52 - Possible reasons for increased levels of foaming; Very soft water; Large items stretched during spinning; Please contact the Customer Service Department.
Problem solving guide 52 Remove the laundry. Possible reasons for increased levels of foaming Detergent type Only use detergent formulated for use in commercial washing ma-chines. Domestic laundry detergent is not suitable. Too much detergent Dispense detergent following the instructions on th...
Page 53 - Service interval and DGUV display; Service interval; DGUV test
Problem solving guide 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 Service interval Call the Service Department. DGUV test Call the Service Department. The displa...
Page 54 - Door lock fault; Disinfection programmes will be cancelled if this fault message; Drive motor fault; Allow the motor to cool down.; Imbalance fault; Too large an imbalance. The imbalance switch has been triggered.; Drain valve fault; Check the on-site drainage system and press the “START” button.
Problem solving guide 54 Call the Service Departmentif restart does not work. Door lock fault Press firmly against the door handle until the door lock audibly en-gages and press the “START” button. Heating system fault Programme stopped. Press start.Programme will continue without heat...
Page 55 - Change the dispenser canister.; Insert the card into the card reader correctly.
Problem solving guide 55 Change the dispenser canister. Card incorrectly inserted in card reader. Card fault Insert the card into the card reader correctly.
Page 56 - Customer Service Department; Use only original Miele spare parts
Problem solving guide 56 Customer Service Department In the event of a malfunction, contact the Miele Customer Service De-partment. When contacting the Customer Service Department, please quote themodel, serial number (SN) and material number (mat. no.) of your ma-chine. This information can be foun...
Page 57 - Cleaning and care; machine casing, control panel and plastic parts
Cleaning and care 57 Carry out cleaning and maintenance of the machine after use if pos-sible. Do not use a pressure washer or hose to clean the machine. Clean the machine casing, control panel and plastic parts with a mild non-abrasive cleaning agent or with a damp cloth only. Wipedry with a so...
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 th...
Page 60 - Drum shaft bearings; Lubricate drum bearings; 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: Lubricate drum bearings Call the Service Department. This message is removed by pressing the button. It appears after switching on the machine until the service te...
Page 61 - Meaning of the symbols on the data plate; Sound emissions
Meaning of the symbols on the data plate 61 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 11 13 15 18 19 16 17 20 21 22 23 a Model b Serial number c Item number d Material number e Voltage/frequency f Control fuse g Drive motor h Drum data i Drum diameter/drum depth j Spin speed k Drum volume/laundry dry weight l Kinetic...
Page 62 - Installation; This washing machine is only intended for items of laundry that; Transit bars; The fastening brackets
Installation 62 The washing machine must be installed by a Miele service techni-cian or by an authorised 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 transit bars in a safe place. They need to be reinstalledshould th...
Page 64 - See the installation plan provided.
Installation 64 Connection to thewater inlet/drain-age See the installation plan provided. Water pressure (flow pressure) of a minimum of 100 kPa (1 bar)/max-imum of 1000 kPa (10 bar) is required to guarantee problem-free pro-gramme operation. The machine must be connected to the water supply using ...
Page 65 - Regulations for Austria
Installation 65 Screw the non-return valve onto the stopcock. Screw the water inlet hose onto the thread of the non-return valve. Regulations for Austria Only pipes which comply with § 12 Section 1 of the 1960 Regulationon Execution of the Water Supply Act may be used to connect themachine with ...
Page 66 - Connections
Installation 66 Care must be taken to drill through the first panel (1) only, as there isa deflecting wall (2) 10 mm behind it. If the drilled out connections are no longer required, they must be re-sealed. Connections 3 to 12 are provided for liquid dispensing. These con- nectors are sealed and m...
Page 67 - Electrical connection; Connection should be made with a suitably rated plug and socket.; Equipotential bonding
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 suchas BS 7671 in the UK. Connection should be made with a suitably rated plug and socket. When installing a residual curren...
Page 68 - The motor is protected against overload by winding protection.; Connecting the dispensing pumps; Risk of electric shock and injury from live or rotating machine
Installation 68 The motor is protected against overload by winding protection. Please refer to the wiring diagram and installation plan provided.These plans are important for the electrical connection. Connecting the dispensing pumps Connection terminals for 4 time-controlled dispensing pumps, which...
Page 69 - Quick Start Guide; Preparing the laundry
Quick Start Guide 69 1. Preparing the laundry Only machine wash items which have a wash care label stating thatthey are 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. Pul...
Page 70 - Select a programme by rotating the rotary control; If the message “Door lock error” appears, proceed as follows:; Press the “START” button.; The end of the programme is indicated in the display; If no further wash programmes are planned:; Leave the drum door open.
Quick Start Guide 70 4. Select a programme by rotating the rotary control 5. Press the “START” button to start the selected washprogramme If the message “Door lock error” appears, proceed as follows: Call the Service Departmentif restart does not work. Door lock fault Press firmly against th...
Page 72 - United Kingdom
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