Care and maintenance
Cutting off the water and electricity AUS supplies
•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 during 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.
•The washing machine has a “Auto Clean” programme for its internal parts that must be run with no load in the drum.
To help the wash cycle you may want to use either the detergent (i.e. a quantity 10% the quantity specified for
To start the programme press buttons A and B simultaneously for 5 seconds (see figure).
The programme will start automatically and will run for about 70 minutes. To stop the cycle press the START/ PAUSE button.
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
!Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance.
To access the
1. using a screwdriver, remove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washing machine (see figure);
A B
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
2. unscrew the lid by rotating it
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Remove the dispenser by raising it and pulling it out (see figure).
Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently.
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
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