5. CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Looking after your appliance correctly can
extend its lifespan.
Cleaning the appliance's exterior
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Disconnect the machine from the power
supply.
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Clean the appliance's external cabinet,
using a damp cloth and AVOIDING
ABRASIVES,
DILUENTS.
Drawer cleaning
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It is advisable to regularly clean the
detergent
drawer
accumulation of detergent and additive
residues.
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Remove the drawer gently but firmly.
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Clean the drawer under running water
and put it back into its compartment.
Cleaning the pump filter
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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.
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Disconnect the machine from the power
supply.
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Ensure all the water has been emptied
from the drum.
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Before
unscrewing
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.
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Turn the filter counter-clockwise to the
limit stop.
ALCOHOL
AND/OR
to
avoid
the
filter,
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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.
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Repeat the previous steps in reverse
order to reassemble all parts.
the
S u g g e s tio n s fo r m o v e s o r
prolonged disuse
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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.
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Disconnect the machine from the power
supply socket.
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Detach the tube from the drainage system
and clip on the rear of the machine and
lower it, fully draining water into a bowl.
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Secure the drain tube with the drainage
system and clip on the rear of the
machine when finished.
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Keep the door glass and gasket clean.
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