Electrolux EW8F248B, User Manual

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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, put the top part back into
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.
4. Insert the detergent drawer into the
guide rails and close it. Run the
rinsing programme without any
clothes in the drum.
12.7 Cleaning the drain pump
WARNING!
Disconnect the mains plug
from the mains socket.
Regularly check the drain
pump filter and make sure
that it is clean.
Clean the drain pump if:
• The appliance does not drain the
water.
• The drum does not turn.
• The appliance makes an unusual
noise because of the blockage of the
drain pump.
• The display shows the alarm code
.
WARNING!
• Do not remove the filter
while the appliance
operates.
• Do not clean the pump if
the water in the appliance
is hot. Wait until the water
cools down
Proceed as follows to clean the pump:
1. Open the pump cover.
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