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Cleaning the drain pump
If the dishwasher fails to drain (5C is displayed) because the drain pump is clogged with a
foreign matter or there is an abnormal noise coming from the drain pump, you must unclog
and clean the drain pump as instructed below.
1
2
1.
Remove the lower rack.
2.
See the “
Filter
” section to remove the
cylindrical micro filter.
3.
Remove any moisture from the filter
using a sponge.
4.
Remove the drain-pump cover by
pushing its handle in the direction of the
arrow
(1)
, and then pulling up
(2)
.
5.
Check the impeller to see if it’s in good
condition. Then, remove any foreign
matter from the pump.
6.
Reinsert the drain-pump cover and then
press down until you hear a click.
Long-term care
If you will not use the dishwasher for an extended period of time, first drain the unit
completely, and then disconnect the water hose. Shut off the water supply valve and the
circuit breaker. Water remaining in the hoses or the internal components can damage the
dishwasher.
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