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Operating InstructionsWasherPW 6068 PlusTo prevent accidentsand machine damageread these instructionsbeforeinstallation or use.M.-Nr. 10 196 550en-US

1. Sort the laundry^ Empty all pockets.,Foreign objects left in pockets(e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.)can cause damage to clothes andthe machin

2. Load the washer^Open the drum door using the abutton.The drum light comes on.^Load the laundry loosely into thedrum.For best results, wash mixed lo

4. Adding detergentUse detergent according to the laundrysoiling and water hardness.Too little detergent may cause:–ineffective cleaning of laundry;fa

Using powder detergentLiquid detergent inserts come alreadyinserted in the detergentcompartments. To use powderdetergent remove the inserts.^ Remove t

5. Starting a program"Start" flashes when a program can bestarted.^Press the "Start" button.The "Start" button lights.Th

To cancel a programA program can be canceled any timeafter the program start.^Press the G button "Cancel".The wash water will be drained awa

Programs may vary.Cottons Hygiene 203°F to 158°F (95°C to 70°C) max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)Items Items made from cotton and linen, i.e. bed linens, baby cl

Quick wash 104°F (40°C) to cold max. 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)Items Small loads of lightly soiled items, which can be washed in"Cottons Uni."Detergen

Denim 104°F (40°C) to cold max. 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)Tip–Before washing denim items turn them inside out.–Denim items bleed during the first few washes. Wa

Additional programsThe following programs can be added in "Settings - Supervisor level" whenactivated by Technical Service.Kitchen linen 203

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pillows 203°F to 104°F (95°C to 40°C) 1 queen (80x80 cm)or 2 twin size pillows (40x80 cm)Items Washable pillows with a filling of feathers, down or sy

Disinfection programs max. 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)Items Items made of cotton or mixed fabrics.Note For different requirements with a temperature selection o

*Programs may vary depending on the offerings of your machine.Main wash Rinse SpinWaterlevelWashrhythmWaterlevelRinses Rinse spin Final spinCottons Hy

The washer is equipped with anelectronic control which determines theload size automatically. The washerdetermines the required waterconsumption for e

Maximum spin speedsProgram rpmCottons Hygiene 1400Cottons Uni. 1400Minimum iron 1000Delicates 600Quick wash 1400Woollens 1200Silks 400Shirts 600Disinf

The basic wash programs can be enhanced with "Extras".Accessing the submenu "Extras"Cottons Uni. 140°F 1400 rpmDuration 0:47 hExtr

Rinse StopThe washer stops after the last rinse, the laundry remainssoaking in water. This will prevent wrinkles if the laundry is notremoved immediat

The timer option allows you to select the program end time.The program start can be delayed from 30 minutes to 24hours.Select the submenu TimerCottons

The washer has the option to save the most used washprograms on the direct select buttons. The option "Save"must be selected in "Settin

– Select a programProgram BackAselectionCottons HygieneCottons Uni.Minimum iron H^Select the desired program with the jog shuttle andconfirm. The basi

,WARNING - To reduce the risk offire, electric shock or injury topersons while using your appliancefollow basic safety precautions,including the follo

Saving a FavoriteThe basic menu shows all selected components.Cottons Uni. 140°F 1400 rpmPre-washDuration 0:56 hExtrasHTimer YHSaveHBack AH^Press the

Only use laundry detergent formulatedfor front loading washing machines.For wool and wool blend fabrics use adetergent formulated for wools.Follow ins

Fabric softener, liquid starchFabric softener added to the wash pro-gram will make fabrics feel softer andwill reduce static cling in the dryer.Liquid

Separate fabric softener^Add fabric softener to the§ compartment.^Select the "Starch" program.^Press "Start".Separate starch^Prepa

,Before cleaning the appliance,disconnect the power supply byunplugging the unit or manuallytripping the circuit breaker.Never clean the machine or ne

Cleaning the niche of the detergentdrawer^ Using a bottle brush remove anydetergent or lime deposits from thewater inlet valves at the top of thedeter

Cleaning the inlet hose filterThe washer has two water inlet filters toprotect each inlet valve. Check andclean these filters every 6 months. Thismay

,Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified andtrained person in accordance with local and national safety regulations.R

General problems with the washerProblem Possible cause SolutionThe washer shakesduring the spin cycle.–The four feet are notresting evenly on thefloor

Poor wash resultsProblem Possible cause SolutionThe laundry doesnot get clean withliquid detergent.Liquid detergents do notcontain bleaching agents.Fr

~Do not install or use a washer withvisible damage.~Do not repair or replace any part ofthe appliance or attempt any servicingunless specifically reco

The door will not open when the "a" button is pressedProblem SolutionThe washer has nopower.Insert the plug into the outlet and ensure the c

Opening the door during apower failure or when the drainis blocked,Disconnect the machine from thepower supply.^Open the detergent dispenserdrawer.^ R

Once the flow of water stops:^ Remove the lint trap lid.^ Remove any foreign objects or lintfrom the filter.^Check that the impeller (in the backof th

Machines with a drain valve^ Press the lever for the emergencydrain down and hold until you hearno more water running out.Open the drum door,Always ma

RepairsIn the event of a fault which you cannoteasily fix yourself, please contacttechnical service using the informationon the back of this manual.^P

Installation InstructionsTo prevent accidentsand machine damageread these instructionsbeforeinstallation or use.

Front viewa Water intake hose hotb Water intake hose coldc Control paneld Detergent dispenser drawere Drum doorf Access panel to drain filter, drainpu

Rear viewa Lid with transport gripsb Mounting for:–Water intake hose–Drain hose–Withdrawn shipping strutsc Power cordd Shipping struts with rotary pro

Installation siteThe appliance is not intended to bemounted in a wall or other verticalsurface of a building or cabinet. Theunit is allowed for built-

^Turn the left shipping strutcounterclockwise 90° with theenclosed combination wrench.^Pull the shipping strut out.^Turn the right shipping strutclock

Use~Do not allow children to play on or inthe appliance. Close supervision isnecessary when the appliance is usednear children.~Make sure that no unat

^Close the holes with the rotaryprotectors and their caps.^Fasten the shipping struts at the rearside of the washer. Take care toinsert the drill hole

Leveling the washerTo ensure smooth operation the washermust be level.Failure to level the machine can resultin increased water and energyconsumption

Washer/ Dryer StackThe Miele washing machine can beinstalled as part of a washer-dryerstack in combination with a Mieletumble dryer. An appropriate st

Water connectionCold water connectionA water faucet with3/4" thread must beprovided on-site. If none is available themachine must be connected to

Hot water connectionConnecting the machine to a hot watersupply will lead to low electricalconsumption during hot wateroperation. The hot water temper

DrainageThere are two drainage extras for thismachine:Drain valveThe machine is drained with amotorized drain valve. A connectioncan be made to an on-

Electrical connection,This installation should beperformed by an experienced andqualified technician, in accordancewith local codes and regulations.Th

Height 33 7/16" (85 cm)Width 23 7/16" (59.5 cm)Depth 28 3/8" (72 cm)Depth with the door open 44 1/8" (112 cm)Weight 240 lbs (109 k

Disposal of the packingmaterialsThe cardboard box and packingmaterials protect the appliance duringshipping.To prevent suffocation of childrenensure t

Menu Settings Jto adjust standard settingsThe washer controls can be adjusted to changing demands through thesettings menu.

Control panela Display*See the following pages for moreinformationb Direct select buttonsTo select a wash program directly.You can also save a "F

Opening the menu Settings1 Cottons Uni. 140°F Program selection...2 Minimum iron 104°FSettings F...3 Delicates 104°F4 Woollens H 86°F 12:00^Select the

Language JThe display contents can be shownin different languages.The displayed language can be set inthe submenu "Language" J.^Select the d

Contrast / BrightnessThe contrast / brightness of thedisplay can be set at ten differentlevels.The contrast / brightness changesimmediately when a dif

The menu Settings - Supervisor level must be activatedby Technical Service.The menu "Settings" (except Languages J) is locked witha code to

Confirming the code0 0 0Confirm codeOKHBack AH^Confirm the entered code.W Code acceptedMenu openedThe user is now in the "Supervisor level".

Language JThe display contents can be shownin different languages.The fixed default language can be setin the submenu "Language J".^Select t

LogoThe Miele Professional logo or yourown logo can be displayed. (Only inconjunction with the setting"Controller option "WS-KW-Buttons +Log

Intensive Water plusYou can select if the extras"Intensive" and "Water plus" areshown in the menu "Extras".The option is

Pre-wash waterThe water type for the pre-wash canbe selected (except for the program"Woolens, Silk, Curtains andProofing"). The hot water in

Water level CottonsThe program "Cottons Hygiene" and"Cottons Uni." allows you to increasethe water level for the main wash.This op

Display functionDisplay contents will vary with program offering.Main menu1 Cottons Uni. 140°FProgram selection...2 Wrinkle-free 104°F Settings F...3

No. of programsAdditional programs can be addedto the program selection.0 Additional programs (default)4 Additional programs ("Table linen",

2nd pre-wash Kitchen linenThe program "Kitchen linen" allowsan additional pre-wash.^Add the detergent for the additionalpre-wash directly in

Spin free of chargeWhen operated by a coinmechanism, the program "Spin" canbe activated free of charge.This option is set to "off"

ControlsThe "Operating variant" of the machinecan be adjusted.Caution: When selecting"WS-KW-Buttons simple" or"WS-KW-Buttons

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Menu Program selectionProgram BackAselectionCottons HygieneCottons Uni.Minimum Iron HAll pre-set programs can be selected with the jog shuttle.Dependi

The appliance must be correctlyinstalled and connected before thefirst use. Please see the "Installationinstructions."For safety reasons, it