Cleaning and care
Cleaning the filters in the water inlet
Filters are incorporated in the screw connection of the water inlet hose to protect the water inlet valve. If these filters get dirty they need to be cleaned, otherwise insufficient water flows into the wash cabinet.
,The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical component. It must not be dipped in water.
To clean the filters
^Disconnect the machine from the mains supply (switch off at the mains and pull out the plug, switch off the appropriate circuit in the fuse box or withdraw the mains fuse).
^Turn off the stopcock and unscrew the water inlet hose.
^Clean the large area filter (1) and fine filter (2), and replace with new filters if necessary.
^Replace filters and the seal. Make sure they are sitting correctly.
^Reconnect the hose to the water inlet, making sure that it goes back on straight.
^Open the stopcock carefully. If there is a leak, screw the connections on more tightly.
Cleaning the control panel
^This should only be cleaned with a damp cloth or a suitable cleaner for use on plastic materials, or with a disinfectant tested and recognised as suitable for this use.
,Do not use abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or
Because of their chemical composition they could cause serious damage to plastic components.
Cleaning the front of the machine
^Clean using a proprietary cleaning agent designed for the type of front the machine is fitted with.
,Do not use cleaning agents containing ammonia or thinners.
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