Cleaning and maintenance
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Cleaning the fluff filter
Risk of fire if the tumble dryer is operated without a fluff filter.
If there is no fluff filter, the air channels, heating elements and vent ducting can become
clogged during drying and may catch fire.
The fluff filter must not be removed for cleaning.
Never operate the tumble dryer without the fluff filter in place.
Replace a damaged fluff filter immediately.
A fluff filter collects fluff released by textiles. The fluff filter must be cleaned at least once
per working day as well as in accordance with the corresponding message in the display.
In the event of a heavy build-up of fluff, the fluff filter should be cleaned several times per
day.
Open the fluff filter compartment cover.
Remove the fluff from the fluff filter using your hands.
Do not use pointed or sharp-edged objects to clean the fluff filter.
Otherwise, the fluff filter may become damaged.
Close the fluff filter compartment cover after cleaning the fluff filter.
