Care and maintenance
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Detergent Dispenser
To remove residual detergent, pull the dispenser drawer outward, press on the marked area of the siphon, and pull the drawer free.
Wash the dispenser and the housing in water before
Siphon
To prevent clogging, the siphon (d
Grasp the edges and pull the siphon free.
Clean away any residual softener and carefully
Water intake filter
The filters at the water intake point prevent dirt from en- tering the machine and should be cleaned every 30 to 40 washes. To clean the filters, close the tap, disconnect the hose and clean the filters with a small nylon brush. If the filter is very dirty you may need to remove it with a pair of long nosed pliers.
To clean the filter at the tap side of the hose, pull it out by hand and rinse under running water.
Hoses
Periodically check the inlet and outlet hoses for leaks, perishing or cracks. In very cold conditions water in the hoses may freeze. In this instance, empty the hoses after the wash is complete.
Replacement hoses may be purchased from your nearest Defy Service Centre.
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