Front-loading dishwasher PLW 8683 CD

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Product overview
Laboratory dishwasher with integrated pump for AD (deionised) water, built-in liquid dispensing and DryPlus hot air drying. Conductivity monitoring and spray arm/pressure monitoring ensure reproducible cleaning results. Suitable for a wide range of laboratory glassware and instruments with modular load carriers and EasyLoad handling.

Key features

• Example throughput: e.g. 128 laboratory bottles per cycle (additional stacking options available)
• Modular load carriers and EasyLoad system for fast, reliable loading and secure instrument fixation
• M Touch Flex full-touch colour display for intuitive operation and how-to guidance
• Continuous monitoring of wash pressure and spray arm rotation for process reliability
• DryPlus hot air drying with upstream H14 HEPA filter for particle-free drying air, ideal for hollow instruments and narrow-lumened glassware
• Standard WiFi connectivity for secure network access and process documentation support
• Integrated dispenser pumps with options for additional pumps and suction lances for canisters

Product benefits (high-level)

• DryPlus system with H14 filtration for effective drying of hollow and narrow-lumen items
• Crevice-free, laser-welded wash cabinet geometry for improved hygiene and serviceability
• Conductivity monitoring ensures residue-free final rinse and process safety
• Spray arm and wash pressure monitoring maintain consistent cleaning performance
• Clear text instructions and sequence guidance reduce downtimes and simplify operator tasks
• Comfort suction lance DC5 enables automatic, level-detected dispensing of liquid chemicals

Design & usability
Freestanding unit that can be built-under a worktop. Stainless steel casing and lid. Two wash levels with flexible loading. AutoClose door function and acoustic programme end signal. Heater elements located outside the wash cabinet to facilitate hygiene and service access.

Specifications

• Commercial designation (model): PLW 8683 CD
• Brand: Miele
• Type: Laboratory dishwasher (ExpertLine)
• Material / casing: Stainless steel
• Wash cabinet usable capacity: 145 l
• Number of wash levels: 2
• Performance examples (per cycle): Narrow-necked glassware 64; Test tubes 196; Vials 196; Laboratory flasks 128; Pipettes 98; Laboratory bottles 128
• Circulation pump Qmax: 500 l/min
• Maximum final rinse temperature: 93 °C
• Integrated drying unit: Yes (DryPlus)
• Drying fan: 0.3 kW; Drying heater: 2.2 kW; Air throughput: 60 m³/h; Drying time setting: 0–120 min
• HEPA filter class: H14; Filtration efficiency (DIN EN 1822): 99.995%; Recommended HEPA service life: 200 h
• Conductivity monitoring: Yes
• Spray arm and pressure monitoring: Yes
• Variable-speed heater pump: Yes
• Integrated water softener: Yes; Max. water hardness (cold/hot): 10.7 mmol/l
• VEP – feed pump for DI water (ADP variants): Yes (suitable for low supply pressure)
• Required flow pressure (cold/hot/DI, ADP note): 200–1000 kPa
• Drain pump: DN 22; Max. delivery head: 100 cm
• Water protection: Waterproof System (WPS)
• Electrical connection: AC 230V 50Hz; Electric heater rating: 5.5 kW; Total rated load: 6.3 kW; Fuse: 32 A; Mains cable length: 1.9 m
• Programmes: 20 programmes, 10 free programme positions; Max delay start 24 h; Time-left and sequence display; Selectable display languages
• Process documentation interface: WiFi standard; Ethernet optional; supports connection to documentation software and network printers
• Load carriers & systems: EasyLoad system and modular carriers; direct coupling for carriers
• Options: Additional integrated dispenser pumps (5–10 l), suction lances for 10–20 l canisters, other accessories
• Wash cabinet lighting: 2 LEDs
• Construction: Freestanding, can be built-under; Lid: Stainless steel
• External dimensions (net): H 835 mm; W 898 mm; D 700 mm
• External dimensions (gross, incl. packaging): H 1095 mm; W 1200 mm; D 800 mm
• Wash cabinet usable height: 520 mm; usable width: 530 mm; Upper basket depth: 474 mm; Lower basket depth: 520 mm
• Net weight: 98 kg; Gross weight (with packaging): 131 kg
• Tested operating hours (laboratory test): 15,000 h
• Max. floor load: 1,220 N/m²
• Standards & certificates: IP21, EN 61010-1, EN 61010-2-040, Machinery Directive compliant; KIWA certificate for water safety