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Cleaning / Maintenance / Frost protection (pic. 12 - 15)
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External cleaning of the appliance
Do not use solvents! These products can
damage parts of the appliance, form toxic vaĆ
pours, harm your health and cause exploĆ
sions.
Do not clean the appliance by directing a jet
of water at it.
Only clean the outside of the appliance and the
controls with warm, soapy water or a standard
cleaning product. Do not use abrasive or aggresĆ
sive products. Dry with a soft cloth.
Cleaning the detergent drawer
m Remove the drawer completely from the
appliance keeping the mobile part pressed
downwards.
m Clean all the parts and elements under runĆ
ning water.
m Put the drawer back into the appliance.
Descaling the appliance
Descaling agents contain acids which may
attack the components of the appliance or
cause discolouration in the laundry. Strictly
observe the manufacturer's instructions.
Cleaning the drum
The rust stains caused by metallic objects must
be cleaned with detergents which do not contain
chlorine (note the description of the components
appearing on the container!). Never use steel
wool!
Cleaning the drainage pump
Cleaning is necessary:
m If the pump is blocked by foreign material
(buttons, fasteners, clips...) or if dirty water is
not drained.
m After washing fluffy items.
Before cleaning the pump, all water must be reĆ
moved from inside the appliance. If the pump is
obstructed as much as 20 litres of water may reĆ
main.
m Turn the programme selector to «Stop».
m Open the front service flap.
Allow the used water to
cool down.
m Loosen the cover without removing it
completely to allow the water to empty
gradually. When the container is full, close
the drainage pump cover . Repeat the
operation until all the water has been
emptied. Use a suitable cloth to remove any
remaining water which may spill on the floor.
m Loosen the drainage pump cover
completely.
m Remove any foreign material or fluff which
may have collected there. Wipe the inside of
the pump. The blades must move freely.
m Coil and fit the drainage pump cover in place.
Ensure that it is correctly closed.
m Fit the service flap in place.
m Pour 2 litres of water into the detergent
drawer and start the «» additional
programme. This will prevent the detergent
from being flushed out before being used in
the next wash.
