Miele PLW 8617 Electric Heating Lab Washer Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Miele
Table of Contents
Instruction Manual
PLW 8617 Electric Heating Lab Washer
Installation plan
PLW 8617
It is essential to read the operating instructions as well as the service documentation before the machine is installed or used for the first time.
Installation notes
Please read and observe the installation plan, operating instructions,
programming manual and the service documents regarding installation and
setting up of this machine.
Heating
The machine type is available in two different types of heating:
– Electric (EL)
– Steam electric (D / EL)
This installation plan describes all the connection options. Depending on the
machine type and equipment variant individual connection options can be
omitted.
Purpose of the installation plan
The installation plan provides you with information on the technical data
as well as the site conditions required for installing the machine.
This machine must be installed by a suitably qualified person with the
appropriate electrical and plumbing qualifications in accordance with the
installation instructions supplied. This machine must be installed in
accordance with all applicable standards and guidelines, including legal
requirements and health and safety regulations. The machine must be
commissioned and operatives trained in its use by Miele Service or by an
approved Miele Service Partner only.
Installation of several machines
Several machines can be installed in a row. A gap of 3/16″ (5 mm) is
required between two machines. A gap of 1/8″ (3 mm) is required between a
machine and a partition wall.
The gaps must be sealed with suitable flexible sealant after installation on
site.
The drip trays of the individual machines can be connected together.
Alternatively, a continuous drip tray can also be installed in the toekick.
Mobile plinth
The single-door appliance can be installed on a mobile plinth. This makes
the rear of the appliance accessible for maintenance and repairs, even when it
is installed in a row or against a wall. The screw for adjusting the height of
the mobile plinth is size M10 (width across flats 0.669″ (17 mm)).
Mount the cover provided for this purpose on the device waterproof hose
feedthroughs. This will prevent the ingress of water into the unit when shut
off valves or hose fittings are leaking.
Mounting the top Cover
Mount the cover provided for this purpose on the device waterproof hose
feedthroughs. This will prevent the ingress of water into the machine when
control valves or hose fittings are leaking.
Mount a front panel above the machine on site with a lockable access panel.
The utility connections are accessed from the loading / unclean side.
Electrical connection
Connection to the electrical supply must be carried out in accordance with
local and national safety regulations. The power cord must be protected from
the risk of thermal damage.
The power cord should have a length of 9′ 10″ (3 m) on site, starting from
above the intended position of the machine.
The top edge of the top-box panelling is at a height of 8′ 2″ (2495 mm).
The machine’s electrical connection is established from above. Establish the
connection with the machine. This makes it easier to per form safety
inspections during maintenance or repair work. Route the power cord so that it
does not rest on the wash chamber.
Electrical phase order must be connected in the correct sequence (clockwise
electromagnetic field).
Do not allow the power cord to rest on the hot wash chamber!
The power cord may overheat and pose a safety hazard (avoid use of fire).
Secure all cords, including test cords, so that they cannot rest on or
directly above the wash chamber.
Grounding
For added safety, the machine should be protected with a residual current
device with a trip current of 30 mAmps. Grounding should be carried out if
required. The screw connection point for grounding (size M8) is located at the
back of the machine. Grounding must be carried out before the machine is
commissioned.
Instructions for routing the utility connections
Plan the central control valves for the water-, steam- and compressed air
connections so they are easily accessible.
Only use suitable control valves.
The lines for high-pressure steam and condensate require their own control
valves. They require a dirt trap and condensate trap in the supply line for
high-pressure steam. On site, check and install a nonreturn valve for the
condensate line if necessary.
For the standard installation, route the supply lines vertically from the
ceiling. The on-site connections must end at a height of 110 1/4″ (2800 mm)
above the finished floor level. Secure the lines once they have been routed.
Supply connections
The cold water connection, hot water connection and the deionised water
supply as well as the connections for high-pressure steam, condensate and
compressed air should be routed from the ceiling to ensure easy connection.
To connect the machine to the on-site connections, allow the hoses to be
pulled out of the TC (MAV):
– Steam 11 13/16″ (300 mm)
– Water 35 7/16″ (900 mm)
– Compressed air 35 7/16″ (900 mm)
Water line connection
The connections have a 3/4″ hose thread.
Steam line connection
Should be 1/2″ male pipe thread
Compressed air connection
The machine has a compressed air connection for industrial compressed air.
Industrial compressed air must be available to control the door.
– The industrial compressed air requires an on-site coupling socket for a
Lumit 1/2″ female quick-release fastener (e.g. type KKA S-04M from SMC).
Installing a steam condenser
If you connect the vent to an air conditioning system, a steam condenser
must be installed. If the machine is vented outside, you do not need a steam
condenser.
Observe the following when installing the steam condenser:
– The cooling circuit connections (feed and return lines) must be routed from
the ceiling.
– Install the main switches and central control valves so they are easily
accessible.
– In the case of a machine with steam heating, install a non-return valve
directly downstream of the machine’s condensate trap. This prevents surges
when the machine is turned on.
– Route the feed and return lines for the cooling circuit vertically from the
ceiling. The cooling circuit feed line and cooling circuit return line are
connected to the nozzles on the steam condenser. To do this, you will require
a hose with an internal diameter of 9/16″ (14 mm) and a nominal pressure of
116 psi (800 kPa)..
– Only use the intended conversion kits (UBS) containing pressure hoses for
the supply line and drain.
– Allow the connection hoses to hang down from the ceiling to a length of
approximately 4′ 11″ (1500 mm).
– Align the line sections correctly and fasten them securely.
– The ends of the cooling circuit feed and return lines should terminate
within the installation area of the machine using hose nozzle.
– If there is no cooling circuit, connect the steam condenser to a cold water
connection.
– If a steam condenser with heat recovery is used, only DI water with a
maximum temperature of 68°F (20°C) may flow into the system.
Drain connection machines with drain pump (AP)
Observe the following instructions when connecting a drain with a drain
pump:
– The drain manifold (at least DN 100; minimum diameter 4″) can be installed:
– under the floor
– to the ceiling
– Install and odor trap on site.
– Observe the maximum delivery head for the drain pump (see Tech- nical data).
– If the machine is drained vertically towards to the ceiling, it is advisable
to use pipelines instead of hoses.
If necessary, DN 25 to DN 40 (minimum diameter 1″ to 1 9/16″) pipes can be
used. High temperatures, pressures and mechanical loads from the pump place
excessive strain on the hose.
– Install the waste water line for connecting the drain hose next to the
machine.
– Hose feed-throughs in the side walls of the casing are not possible for
structural reasons.
– If you are installing several machines in a row, you can create a toekick
drip tray specifically for your requirements.
You can place the drain hoses in this tray.
Vent connection
Ventilation to atmosphere must be fan assisted. Dry contacts are available
to alert the fan controls to start the fan. The permissible flow rates can be
found under Technical data at the end of this manual.
Provide an air intake of 8,829 ft³/h (250 m³/h) for each machine on the
unclean side to replace extracted air. Connect the machine to the ventilation
or air-conditioning system. If necessary, connect a steam condenser upstream.
Install the ducting with a slope in the direction of the extract air flow.
This prevents any condensate from flowing back into the machine. Drain the
system at the lowest point.
Install separate ducting for each machine. Ducting for several machines must
not be combined!
Connection module fan control
9 dry contacts are available on the machine for the connection. The
connections are located on the unclean side in the top-box panelling.
The contacts can support a maximum load of 200–240 V / 1 A / 50–60 Hz.
When assigning the dry contacts, it is not permitted to have a standard
voltage and, for example, an extra-low voltage next to each other.
Maintain a sufficient distance between contacts with incompatible voltages.
Network connection
It must not be possible to access the machine via the Internet or other
public or unsecured networks. Either create a separate network environment to
network the machines, install a firewall or restrict access by configuring the
router appropriately.
Also observe the safety instructions provided in the operating instructions
regarding integrating the machine in your network environment ( section:
Network connection).
Supported network protocols
| Network protocols | Description | Port |
|---|---|---|
| DHCPv4 | Assigning dynamic IPv4 addresses | 68/UDP |
| DHCPv6 | Assigning dynamic IPv6 addresses | 546/UDP |
| NTP | Time server | 123/UDP |
| HTTPS | Web interface for configuring the washer-disinfector | 443/TCP |
The ICMPv4 and ICMPv6 protocols are also supported.
The machine has an RJ45 network connection. Ideally, network sockets are to be
installed above the machine on site.
Use CAT 5e cable or better.
When you route the network cable through the opening in the electrical
connection, you will need a cable length of approximately 4″ (100 mm) inside
the MAV to connect to the machine.
Only machines that are compliant with IEC 60950-1, IEC 62368-1 and IEC 61010-1
must be connected to these interfaces.
Dimensions
Dimensions metric – imperial
Dimensions
mm|
inch
3| 1/8
5| 3/16
25| 1
38| 1 1/2
40| 1 9/16
43| 1 11/16
50| 1 15/16
69| 2 11/16
70| 2 3/4
80| 3 1/8
100| 3 7/8
134| 5 1/4
136| 5 3/8
142| 5 9/16
145| 5 3/4
150| 5 7/8
170| 6 11/16
175| 6 7/8
184| 7 1/4
192| 7 9/16
Dimensions
mm|
inch
243| 9 9/16
262| 10 5/16
345| 13 9/16
378| 14 7/8
380| 14 15/16
400| 15 3/4
482| 19
540| 21 1/4
700| 27 1/2
800| 31 1/2
850| 33 7/16
896| 35 1/4
900| 35 1/2
990| 39
1048| 41 1/4
1300| 51 1/8
1730| 68 1/8
2447| 96 5/16
2495| 98 1/4
4000| 157 1/2
Dimensions front view (in mm)
| MAV | top-box panelling |
|---|---|
| SBW | plinth floor pan |
| SBWR | plinth floor pan rollable |
Dimensions side view (in mm)
| MAV | Montageaufsatzverkleidung |
|---|---|
| SBW | plinth floor pan |
| SBWR | plinth floor pan rollable |
Connections on infeed side
| EL | Electrical connection |
|---|---|
| KW | Cold water connection |
| DK | Cold water connection, steam condenser |
| VE | DI water connections – Boiler |
| AW | Waste water |
| PA | Equipotential bonding |
| WW | Hot water connection |
| D | Steam line connection |
| DL | Compressed air connection — Industrial use |
| NW | Network connection |
Floor drain
Observe the height!
The on-site supply lines must end at a height of 110 1/4″ (2,800 mm) above the
finished floor level.
TC (MAV) connections
Installation field – supply
lines on site (in mm)
| EL | Electrical connection |
|---|---|
| KW | Cold water connection |
| DK | Cold water connection, steam condenser |
| VE | DI water connections – Boiler |
| AW | Waste water |
| AL | Extraction |
| PA | Equipotential bonding |
| WW | Hot water connection |
| D | Steam line connection |
| DL | Compressed air connections — Industrial use |
| NW | Network connection |
| WW | Collection tray drainage |
Technical data
Electrical connection
| Voltage (standard version) | 3 AC 208V 60Hz |
|---|---|
| Power rating | 21 kW |
| Fuse rating | 60 A |
| Power cord, must be provided | 6/4 AWG |
Min. power cord, length (H05(07)RN-F) from top edge of top-box panelling
with ceiling installation| 13′ 1″ / 4 m
Equipotential bonding and grounding conductor: pin with external thread,
washers
and nut, provided with machine, size| M8
– On-site PA connection at max. distance of 13′ 1″ (4 m) from machine
Cold water
| Minimum temperature | 41 °F | 5 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum temperature | 68 °F | 20 °C |
| Max. permitted water hardness | 4 gpg | 4 °dH |
| Recommended flow pressure | 29 psi | 200 kPa |
| Maximum pressure | 145 psi | 1000 kPa |
| Flow rate | 3.96 g/min | 15 l/min |
| On-site threaded union in accordance with DIN 44991 (flat sealing) | 3/4″ male | |
| GHT – male Garden Hose Thread | 3/4″ male GHT – male Garden Hose Thread |
Hot water
| Minimum temperature | 41 °F | 5 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum temperature | 149 °F | 65 °C |
| Max. permitted water hardness | 4 gpg | 4 °dH |
| Recommended flow pressure | 29 psi | 200 kPa |
| Maximum pressure | 145 psi | 1000 kPa |
| Flow rate | 3.96 g/min | 15 l/min |
| On-site threaded union in accordance with DIN 44991 (flat sealing) | 3/4″ male | |
| GHT – Garden Hose Thread | 3/4″ male GHT – Garden Hose Thread |
DI water
| Minimum temperature | 41 °F | 5 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum temperature | 149 °F | 65 °C |
| Total water hardness DI water | < 3 gpg | <3 °dH |
<0,5 mmol CaO/l
Max. conductivity| 15 µS/cm| 15 µS/cm
Evaporation residue| <500 mg/l| <500 mg/l
PH value| 5-8| 5-8
Chloride content| <100 mg/l| <100 mg/l
Recommended flow pressure| 44 psi| 300 kPa
Minimum flow pressure with increased intake time and process cycle times| 29
psi| 200 kPa
Maximum pressure| 145 psi| 1000 kPa
Flow rate| 3.96 g/min| 15 l/min
On-site threaded union in accordance with DIN 44991
(flat sealing)| 3/4″ male GHT – Garden Hose Thread| 3/4″ male GHT – Garden
Hose Thread
Drain pump (AP)
| Maximum drainage temperature | 201 °F | 94 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Max. drain pump delivery head from bottom edge of machine | 9′ 8″ | 3 m |
| Max. transient flow rate | 43 g/min | 160 l/min |
| Drain pump drain hose (int. dia. x wall thickness x l) | 7/8″ x 1 3/16″ x 118 | |
| 1/8″ | 22 x 30 mm | |
| Hose sleeve, to be provided on site | 7/8″ x 1 3/16″ | 22 x 3 x 3000 mm |
Steam condenser (optional)
Steam condenser hose connector| 3/4″ male GHT – Garden Hose thread| 3/4″ male
GHT – Garden Hose thread
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Internal diameter for the on-site water connection hose to the steam
condenser| 1/2″| 13 mm
Connection hose length from hose sleeve| 59 1/16″| 1500 mm
Max. delivery head| 9′ 8″| 3 m
Max. transient flow rate| 39.63 g/min| 150 l/min
Drain hose (int. dia. x wall thickness x l)| 9/16″ x 1/8″ x 98 7/16″| 14 x 3 x
2500 mm
Hose sleeve, to be provided on site| 9/16″ x 1 3/16″| 14 x 30 mm
Condensate drain hose connection (steam condenser)
| Max. delivery head | 9′ 8″ | 3 m |
|---|---|---|
| Max. transient flow rate | 42.27 g/min | 160 l/min |
| Drain hose (int. dia. x wall thickness x l) | 1/4″ x 1/16″ x 89 7/16″ | 6 x 2 x |
2500 mm
Hose sleeve, to be provided on site| 1/4″ x 13/16″| 6 x 20 mm
Drain manifold minimum diameter| 4″| DN 100
Manifold drain
| Drain manifold minimum diameter 3 to 5 machines | 4″ | DN 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Drain manifold minimum diameter 5 to 8 machines | 5 7/8″ | DN 150 |
Compressed air
| Industrial use [for laboratory machines] (min.–max.) | 87-116 psi | 600-800 kPa |
|---|
Heating steam
Machine version with electrically heated drying unit (TA/E)
Steam pressure| 36-145 psi| 250-1.000 kPa
Boiling point| 282-363 °F| 139-184 °C
Peak capacity| 110 lbs/h| 50 kg/h
On-site threaded union (conical)| 1/2” External thread
A dirt and condensate trap is to be provided on site directly upstream of the
machine’s steam connection. Steam should be dry and subscribe to TRD 611.
Steam pressure has a direct impact on the duration of program cycles. Due
consideration of this should be given when designing the steam supply system.
Machine data
| Height including toe-kick/drip tray | 68 1/8″ | 1730 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Height including toe-kick/drip tray and MAV | 98 1/4″ | 2495 mm |
| Width | 45 1/4″ | 1150 mm |
| Depth | 39″ | 990 mm |
Net weight incl.
toe-kick/drip tray, top-box panelling, etc.| 1,213 lbs| 550 kg
Floor load in operation| 167 daN/ft2| 8 kN/m²
Min. access width, incl. transport pallet| 42 15/16″| 1090 mm
Min. access height, incl. transport pallet| 76″| 1930 mm
Exhaust air
The connector has the dimension 4 15/16″ (125 mm)
I. Connection without steam condenser to external fan-assisted venting
system:
Flow rate of on-site venting system during the wash process| 3532 ft³/h| 100
m³/h
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Flow rate of on-site venting system during the drying process| 12360 ft³/h|
350 m³/h
Mean temperature/max. transient| 158/203 °F| 70 °C / 95 °C
Mean relative humidity/max. transient| 80 % / 100 %| 80 % / 100 %
II. Connection with steam condenser to external fan-assisted venting system:
Flow rate of on-site venting system during the wash process| 3532 ft³/h| 100
m³/h
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Flow rate of on-site venting system during the drying process| 12360 ft³/h|
350 m³/h
Mean temperature/max. transient| 82/90 °F| 28 °C / 32 °C
Mean relative humidity/max. transient| <70 % / 100 %| <70 % / 100 %
Heat dissipation rate
| During the wash process | 2047 btu | 0,6 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| From load while unloading, max. (longest program with full load carrier) | 4777 | |
| btu | 1,4 kWh |
Ambient conditions
| Permitted ambient temperature | 41-104 °F | 5-40 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Max. relative humidity up to 88°F (31°C) | 80 % | 80 % |
| Rel. humidity, declining proportionally to 104°F (40°C) | 50 % | 50 % |
| Transport conditions – permitted temperature range | -4-140 °F | -20-60 °C |
| Transport conditions – permitted relative humidity | 10-85 % | 10-85 % |
| Transport conditions – permitted air pressure | 500-1060 hPa | 500-1060 hPa |
| Max. installation altitude above sea level | 4921′ | 1500 m |
Please have the model and serial number of your machine available when contacting Technical Service.
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