5. CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Looking after your appliance correctly can
extend its lifespan.
l Disconnect the machine from the power
supply.
l Clean the appliance’s external cabinet,
using a damp cloth and AVOIDING
ABRASIVES, ALCOHOL AND/OR
DILUENTS.
l It is advisable to regularly clean the
detergent drawer to avoid the
accumulation of detergent and additive
residues.
l Remove the drawer gently but firmly.
l Clean the drawer under running water
and put it back into its compartment.
l The appliance has a special filter that
traps larger residues that could block the
draining system, such as buttons or
coins.
We recommend checking and cleaning
the filter 5 or 6 times a year.
l Disconnect the machine from the power
supply.
l Ensure all the water has been emptied
from the drum.
l Before unscrewing the filter, we
recommend you place an absorbent towel
under it to keep the floor dry. A small
amount of water will come out of the filter
as you remove it - this is normal.
l Turn the filter counter-clockwise to the
limit stop.
l Remove and clean the filter; when
finished, replace it turning it clockwise.
The filter handle will be locked when it is
not possible to turn any further and the
handle is horizontal. Smearing a small
amount of liquid soap on the filter seal will
help refitting.
l Repeat the previous steps in reverse
order to reassemble all parts.
l If the appliance is kept in a non-heated
room for long periods of time, all water
residues must be completely removed
from the pipes.
l Disconnect the machine from the power
supply socket.
l Detach the tube from the drainage system
and clip on the rear of the machine and
lower it, fully draining water into a bowl.
l Secure the drain tube with the drainage
system and clip on the rear of the
machine when finished.
l Keep the door glass and gasket clean.
