Cleaning the fluff (drain) filter
and pump
Check the drain filter initially after 3-4
washes to ascertain how often it is likely
to require cleaning.
With normal cleaning approx. 2 litres of
water run out.
If the drain outlet is clogged, more wa
-
ter will be retained in the machine (up
to 25 litres).
,
Caution: If laundry has been
washed at a high temperature, water
draining out of the machine will still
be hot.
There is a filter flap opener located be-
hind the detergent drawer facia panel
(see illustration).
^
Remove the opener.
^ Use it to open the access flap.
^ Place a dish under the access flap.
^
Turn the fluff filter lid round 2-3 times.
Do not take it right out.
With large volumes of water the dish will
need to be emptied several times. Se
-
cure the fluff filter back into position
and empty the dish before repeating
the procedure.
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