Miele W 4800 installation instructions Cleaning the water inlet filters

Cleaning and care

Cleaning the water inlet filters

The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. These filters should be checked and cleaned if necessary every 6 months. This may need to be done more frequently with some water supplies.

^ Turn off the water supply.

^ Unscrew the inlet hose from the valve
by turning the connector counter-
clockwise using a wrench if
	^ Remove the rubber seal, 1, from the
necessary.
		connector.
	^ Using needle nose pliers, grasp the
		plastic filter, 2, and pull it out of the
		hose connector.
	^ Clean the filter under running water
		and carefully remove any large
		particles.
	^ Replace the filter and seal then
		reconnect the hose.
	^ Slowly turn on the valve and check
		for leaks. If water leaks, tighten the
		bolt.
		Both filters must be put back in
		place after cleaning.

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