The regular detergents already contain
water softening agents, but we
recommend to run a cycle with empty
drum and a descaling product
occasionally.
Always follow the
instructions that you find on
the packaging of the
product.
12.3
Maintenance wash
With the low temperature programmes it
is possible that some detergent stays in
the drum. Perform a maintenance wash
regularly. To do this:
• Remove all laundry from the drum.
• Select the cotton programme with the
highest temperature or use if is
available programme
Maschinenreinigung. Add a small
quantity of powder detergent into
empty drum, in order to rinse out any
left residues.
12.4
Door seal
Regularly examine the seal and remove
all objects from the inner part.
12.5
Cleaning the drum
Regularly examine the drum to prevent
rust particles.
For a complete cleaning:
1.
Clean the drum with special products
for stainless steel.
Always follow the
instructions that you find on
the packaging of the
product.
2.
Run a short cotton programme at
high temperature or use if is available
programme Maschinenreinigung.
Add a small quantity of powder
detergent into empty drum, in order
to rinse out any left residues.
12.6
Cleaning the detergent
dispenser
To prevent possible deposits of dried
detergent or clotted fabric softener
and/or formation of mould in the
detergent dispenser drawer, once in a
while carry out the following cleaning
procedure:
1.
Open the drawer. Press the catch
downwards as indicated in the
picture and pull it out.
1
2
2.
Remove the top part of the additive
compartment to aid cleaning and
flush it out under running warm
water, to remove any traces of
accumulated detergent. After
cleaning, replace the top part in its
position.
3.
Make sure that all detergent residue
is removed from the upper and lower
part of the recess. Use a small brush
to clean the recess.
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