The W 5000 series sat between Novotronic and the W1 generation, and the W5873 WPS is one of its better-equipped machines. It predates TwinDos entirely, so dosing is conventional and the service picture is simpler than on a current W1. What these machines do share with every Miele washer is a dependence on a clean pressure-sensing path for correct water levels, and that is where a long-serving example usually needs attention first.
Key Features
- W 5000 front-loader with the WPS designation for the higher specification
- Honeycomb drum
- Automatic programs with load-dependent water use
- Internal heater with hot and cold fill options
Most Common Issues on This Model
01
Heater element scaling in hard-water regions
02
Pressure sensing circuit blocked with detergent residue
03
Motor brush wear at high cycle counts