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Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance
A regular inspection and maintenance of your machine
will help to prevent faults. This saves time
and prevents problems.
Overall condition of the machine
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Check spray arm for grease and limescale
deposits.
If you find such deposits:
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Fill detergent dispenser with detergent. Start
the appliance without utensils in the programme
with the highest rinsing temperature.
Clean the appliance with detergents/appliance
cleaners which are particularly suitable for use with
dishwashers.
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To extend the life of your appliance, clean the
appliance regularly with a special dishwasher
detergent.
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To ensure that the door seal always remains clean
and hygienic, regularly clean it with a damp cloth
and a little washing-up liquid.
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If the appliance is switched off for a prolonged
period, leave the door ajar to prevent
the formation of an unpleasant odour.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean your dishwasher.
The manufacturer is not liable for any consequential
damage.
Regularly wipe the front of the appliance and fascia
with a damp cloth; water and a little washing up liquid
are adequate. Do not use sponges with a rough
surface or abrasive detergents, as these could scratch
the surfaces.
Stainless steel appliances: To prevent corrosion, avoid
using sponge cloths or wash them out thoroughly
several times before using for the first time.
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Warning
Health hazard
Never use other domestic detergents, e.g. containing
chlorine!
Special salt and rinse aid
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Check the refill indicators
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and
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. If
required, refill salt and/or rinse aid.
Filters
The filters
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keep large foreign objects in the
rinsing water away from the pump. These foreign
objects may occasionally block the filters.
The filter system consists of a coarse filter, a flat fine
filter and a microfilter.
1
After each washing cycle check the filters for
residue.
2
Unscrew filter cylinder as illustrated and take out
filter system.
3
Remove any residue and clean filters under
running water.
4
Re-install filter system in reverse sequence and
ensure that the arrow marks are opposite each
other after closing the filter system.
