Care and maintenance

	GB	Cutting off the water and electricity supplies
	GB	• Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will
		• Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will
		limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing
		machine and help to prevent leaks.
		• Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and du-
		ring all maintenance work.
		Cleaning the washing machine
		The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance
		can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm
		soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.
		Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
		Remove the dispenser by
		raising it and pulling it out
		(see figure).
		Wash it under running wa-
		ter; this operation should be
		repeated frequently.

Caring for the door and drum of your appliance

•Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

Cleaning the pump

The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance. Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre- chamber which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part.

!Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance.

To access the pre-chamber:

1. using a screwdriver, remove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washing machine (see figure);

2. unscrew the lid by rota- ting it anti-clockwise (see figure): a little water may trickle out. This is perfectly normal;

3.clean the inside thoroughly;

4.screw the lid back on;

5.reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely in place before you push it onto the appliance.

Checking the water inlet hose

Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If there are any cracks, it should be replaced immediately: during the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open.

!Never use second-hand hoses.