Clean the accessible filter if the drain pump
is blocked by any foreign objects.
a
Remove the kickplate by pulling gently
on its edges and turning it downwards,
to release the clips.
If you do not have access from the side,
insert a small screwdriver into the three
slots at the top of the kickplate, in order
to get leverage and release the clips.
b
Place a container under the drain pump
filter to collect any water that comes out
of it.
c
Half- or quarter-turn the filter to the left.
Water will start to come out.
d
When all the water has drained out of
the washing machine, turn the filter
several times until it can be completely
removed by gently pulling on it.
e
Remove the objects or fluff caught in the
filter or the drain pump.
f
Put the filter and kickplate back in place
again.
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CLEANING THE ACCESISBLE FILTER
AND THE OUTSIDE
maintenance and cleaning
To avoid burns, do not carry out this
operation when the wash water is at
a temperature of over 30ºC.
When there have been spillages of
detergent or additives from the
dispenser onto the washing machine
cabinet, clean them up right away as
they are corrosive.
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Important
Important
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE
CLEANING THE FILTER
The outside of the washing machine should
be cleaned with warm soapy water or a gentle
cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaning
products or solvents.
It should then be thoroughly dried with a soft
cloth.
c
e
d
a
b
