Miele laboratory washer PLW 8693 DS10 CM MON
The Miele PLW 8693 DS10 CM MON laboratory washer is a powerful cleaning system for demanding laboratory environments that ensures reliable and efficient results when reprocessing laboratory glassware. With its modular load carrier concept, integrated DryPlus hot air drying and comprehensive process monitoring, this appliance sets standards in terms of safety and ease of use. Compared to similar solutions, the intuitive M Touch Flex control and flexible adaptation for different wash items make everyday laboratory work easier.
Powerful features and benefits
This unit was specially developed for laboratories to thoroughly clean and dry a wide range of glass and hollow instruments in just one wash cycle. It offers sufficient capacity for laboratory bottles, test tubes and even pipettes. Spray arm and rinsing pressure monitoring ensures that every batch delivers a consistent and validated cleaning result. In addition, the integrated WiFi module ensures a seamless connection to various process documentation solutions.
The following features are particularly noteworthy:
- High cleaning performance across the board: thanks to a circulation pump with up to 500 l/min, the wash ware is constantly, evenly and intensively wetted with cleaning liquid.
- Short programme run times: With a shortest running time of 20 minutes, processes in the laboratory can be optimally planned and accelerated.
- EasyLoad system: Various holding grid systems enable quick loading of the nozzle holders without having to adjust the holders in a time-consuming process.
- DryPlus drying: The robust hot air drying system with HEPA filter (class H13) is ideal for hollow instruments.
- M Touch Flex full-colour touch display: All programmes, parameters and diagnostic functions can be accessed intuitively at the touch of a finger.
- Conductivity monitoring: Precise control of the total solution resistance facilitates compliance with defined purity specifications.
- DryPlus: Guarantees fast and residue-free drying of complex wash items with high cleanliness requirements.
Increased safety is also provided by the AutoClose function, which automatically locks the appliance door to prevent the cycle from being cancelled. The solid stainless steel housing and the gap-free welded wash cabinet (made of high-quality 1.4301/304 stainless steel) make cleaning easy and reduce the risk of contamination.
Technical data at a glance
To provide a clear overview of the main features, here are up to seven important key figures:
- Total wash cabinet capacity: 145 litres
- Capacity per batch: 128 laboratory bottles or 98 pipettes (alternatively also 196 test tubes/vials)
- Maximum rinsing temperature: up to 93 °C
- Shortest programme run time: 20 minutes
- Connection: 3N AC 400V 50HZ; AC 230V 50HZ is also possible
- Number of programmes: 20 (10 of which are freely configurable)
- Drying: Integrated drying unit (fan 0.3 kW, heating coil 2.2 kW)
In addition, the machine can be operated with water of different qualities (cold, warm or demineralised water). The integrated waterproof system effectively prevents water damage. In terms of ease of maintenance, the system scores points with an easily accessible HEPA filter (service life 200 hours) and a dosing pump that is easy to control from the outside.
Certifications and standards
For safe operation and quality assurance, the appliance has been tested in accordance with important standards. These include EN 61010-1, EN 61010-2-040 and the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. The VDE seal also confirms electrical safety, while the IP 21 protection rating protects against contact and exposure to moisture in the laboratory environment. These certifications emphasise that all relevant safety and quality criteria are met.
Application examples
The possible applications are diverse. The device is typically used in research laboratories, universities, pharmaceutical or biotechnological facilities. It can be adapted to a wide variety of glassware, including:
- Cleaning narrow-necked glassware for analysing biological samples
- Rinsing pipettes in combination with other laboratory glassware, for example for clinical analysis methods
- Preparation of laboratory bottles and vials for active pharmaceutical ingredients and solvents
- Precise removal of agar residues for microbiological tests
Oil and grease contamination is also efficiently removed with the appropriate cleaning programmes. This makes the device a reliable and high-quality rinsing solution for the entire laboratory
FAQs
How is the rinsing quality ensured?
The combination of rinsing pressure monitoring and spray arm monitoring recognises blocked load positions and guarantees even wetting. In addition, conductivity monitoring checks for residual soiling in the rinsing medium.
Can the appliance be adapted to different power connections?
Yes. A 3N AC 400V 50Hz connection is provided as standard. A variant for AC 230V 50Hz is also available so that a single-phase network can also be used if required.
Is process documentation possible
The device comes with a WiFi communication module and optional Ethernet interfaces as standard, making it easy to connect to common documentation software and network printers.
What does the drying system consist of?
The DryPlus technology is based on a hot air blower that cleans and heats the air using a HEPA filter (class H13). This achieves the best drying results even with hollow-body instruments.
Which cleaning agents are recommended
In principle, the usual liquid laboratory detergents can be used. The device also has an integrated dosing pump, which ensures a consistently precise addition of detergent when using liquid concentrates.
Conclusion
This laboratory rinsing system offers an outstanding combination of performance, safety and ease of use. The intelligent M Touch Flex control system supports individual programme sequences, while the modular loading technology enables flexible loading options. The dry, residue-free completion of the wash cycle and comprehensive control mechanisms guarantee validatable cleaning results for demanding laboratory situations. Anyone looking for an efficient and optimally monitored solution for reprocessing laboratory glassware can rely on this appliance.
