The user manuals for the W1 washers should be available for download on the MieleUSA.com web site.

I have not heard of a Miele washer using a heat pump mechanism to heat the water. I believe they still use an electrical heating element to do this.

The W1 washers have connections for cold and hot water. Operating and Installation Instructions.

I think you've got the washer confused with the dryer. The T1 dryer uses a heat pump, as well as a 120V receptacle. The W1 absolutely has hot and cold hookups. The washer has a heater, but not a heat pump, and it also only requires a 120V. Good luck.

Thanks everyone. I had copied that from a thread that I thought was just about the Miele washers. And since it mentioned hot and cold inlets, it seemed to be referring to the washers, not the dryers. I guess that person’s comment about the heat pump didn’t belong there!

Separate question - if I choose the Miele W1, I am concerned it’s not using the 240v of my previous Miele. I will need to get an adapter to convert the 240v to 120v. Does the 120v impact the washer’s performance, or am I overthinking this?

Correct! You are overthinking this ;-)

They provide an adaptor. i think it's like $30. I've seen some threads where people debate the hot water 240/120 issue with great--erm--enthusiasm. Unless you have some extraordinary needs, I suspect the W1 will serve you quite well. I had about a thousand doubts before committing to these machines, and they've all since floated away with every load of laundry. Hopefully, you have someone local who can sell, install, and service the machine?

https://www.houzz.com/discussions/quick-question-is-miele-still-offering-240v-washers-in-us-dsvw-vd~4931101

@Scottie mom - yes, I live in a large metropolitan area which has both a dedicated Miele showroom as well as several authorized Miele retailers.

I am just disappointed that I have to give up my 240v Miele washer (it’s old and has issues that cannot be repaired, but I love it), in exchange for the 120v model. I cannot afford the $3800 Little Giant.

Ah. I see. Well, from what I’ve heard, the W1 is a worthy competitor. I’ve never had any Miele before and now I understand the affection people like you have for the machines. I’m not sure what the disadvantage is to the 120v. In theory, I get it, but maybe it’s not such an issue.

I’d be interested to know if your local dealer has heard anything. Mine hadn’t heard anything much about the W1/T1, but I live in a small town and they are also pretty new to the US market. My dealer did say there was a LOT of enthusiastic interest from people who knew about the machines before they were even available! I decided to roll the dice and be a guinea pig. So far so good! Hope you get it sorted soon. The Little Giant does sound amazing, and makes the W1 seem downright reasonable in comparison ;-)

The Miele WWH860WCS, WWF060WCS, WWH660WCS compact washers (and Miele TWI180WP TWF160WP compact dryers) were highly rated by Consumer Reports. Note that all washers and both dryers were expected to perform the same so you can buy the least expensive of each type (or buy by features) and obtain the same performance.

The washers and dryers run on 120 volts but you can buy an adapter to convert a 240v outlet to two 120 volt outlets. Note: the adapter only works for four-wire 240v outlets. If your 240v outlet is three-wire, you will have to update the circuit or use separate 120 volt outlets.

Wow, that's incredible Jerrod! I will say that the capacity is far larger than I expected. I've put an entire QS sheet set with duvet cover, no problem, and I have some heavy linen bedlinens that it handles with ease . I hope my W1 will last 15 years too :-)

“Note: the adapter only works for four-wire 240v outlets. If your 240v outlet is three-wire, you will have to update the circuit or use separate 120 volt outlets.”

Lawrence Sprowls - I am returning to this thread with a follow-up question to your advice above. How do I know if my outlet is 3-wire or 4-wire? The outlet has 4 prongs. Here are some photos of my 240v 30A outlet if that helps:

Pictured are two 4-wire outlets in a surface mount box.