CLEANING THE DEBRIS FILTER
We recommend cleaning the debris fi lter 5 or 6 times a year, or when the error message of “5E” is displayed. (Refer to “Draining the washing machine in an emergency” in the previous page.)
Before cleaning the debris fi lter, make sure to unplug the power cord.
CAUTION
1.Open the fi lter cover.
2.Take off the emergency drain cap closing the emergency drain tube and drain off all the water.
3. Unscrew the debris fi lter cap.
Debris filter cap
4. Wash any dirt or other material from the debris fi lter. Make sure the drain pump propeller behind the debris fi lter is not blocked.
5. Replace the debris fi lter cap.
6. Replace the fi lter cover.
If the Debris fi lter cap is not properly assembled, water may leak.
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CLEANING THE WATER HOSE MESH FILTER
You should clean the water hose mesh fi lter at least once a year, or when the error message of “4E” is displayed:
1.Turn off the water supply to the washing machine.
2.Unscrew the hose from the back of the washing machine. To prevent water from gushing out due to the air pressure in the hose, cover the hose with a cloth.
3.Gently pull out the mesh fi lter from the end of the hose using a pair of pliers and rinse it under water until clean. Also clean inside and outside the threaded connector.
4.Push the fi lter back into place.
5.Screw the hose back onto the washing machine.
6.Make sure the connections are watertight and turn on the tap.
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