Disconnect the machine from the
mains electricity supply and with-
draw the plug from the socket prior
to cleaning the machine.
Cleaning the machine
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Clean the casing with a mild
non-abrasive detergent or soap and
water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
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Clean the control panel with a damp
cloth and wipe dry with a soft cloth.
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The drum and any other stainless
steel components can be cleaned
using a suitable proprietary stain-
less-steel cleaning agent. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions on the
packaging.
Do not use abrasive cleaning
agents, disinfecting agents or sol-
vents.
These can cause considerable dam-
age to the machine because of the
chemicals they contain.
Avoid contact of stainless steel sur-
faces (front, lid, casing) with liquid
cleaning and disinfecting agents
which contain chlorine or sodium
hypochlorite. These agents can
have a corrosive effect on stainless
steel. Aggressive vapours contain-
ing chlorine bleach can also be cor-
rosive. Do not store open containers
of these agents near the machine.
Extra cleaning
If you wash mainly with low tempera-
tures it is a good idea to carry out a hot
wash approx. every six weeks. This will
help prevent deposits and unpleasant
smells building up in the machine
which can occur when washing is
mainly done at low temperatures. If you
have no reason to wash occasionally at
this high temperature, then run a Cot-
tons 95ºC programme with detergent
but no laundry at regular intervals.
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