The cabinet
Clean the outside surfaces of the machine using a mild (non-
abrasive) household cleaning product. Finish by removing
remaining traces of the product with a damp cloth.
Do not use cleaning products which contain alcohol
(spirits), thinners and similar substances.
The detergent dispenser
In time, residues of detergent and fabric conditioner are likely
to build up inside the detergent dispenser. It should be cleaned at
regular intervals by flushing it out with water. If necessary, the
whole dispenser can be taken out of the machine for cleaning.
You need to pull it firmly outwards, so that it comes free of a
retaining stop (Fig. 1). To remove the siphon (at the inside edge
of the dispenser) for cleaning, you need to press it inwards and
pull it upwards at the same time (Fig. 2). When you put it
back, press it downwards until you hear a distinct click.
Inside the opening for the detergent
dispenser
Detergent residues can also build up inside the opening for the
detergent dispenser. You can use an old toothbrush for cleaning
this area (Fig. 3). When you have finished and put back the
dispenser, run a short programme with no wash load in the
machine to rinse it clean.
Cleaning inside the machine
If you mostly use your machine for low-temperature washes,
and/or if you use only very little detergent, you should clean
the inside of the machine about once a month. This will prevent
mould or stale odours from developing. Use the full recommended
quantity of detergent and run a wash programme at the highest
temperature with no wash load in the machine.
Descaling
If your water supply is harder than 7° dH, you should descale
your washing machine at least once every three months. Use
approx. 150 ml of citric acid instead of detergent and run a
wash programme at the highest temperature with no wash load
in the machine. Limescale deposits on components such as the
machine's heating element will reduce their service life.
(Contact your water company to find out the hardness level of
your local water supply.)
Maintenance and cleaning
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