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Routine maintenance
See diagrams page E D8-D9-D11
Cleaning the detergent compartment (Diagram D8)
Clean the detergent compartment regularly. To do this :
- Press simultaneously on the bosses at either side of the
compartment, causing it to spring out of its housing.
- Remove the siphon tubes
behind the detergent compartment
and separate the compartment
from the front cover
- Rinse all parts under the tap (take care to remove any excess
water remaining inside the compartment).
- Replace all parts of the detergent compartment making sure
that the actual compartment part is correctly clipped into the
cover part, then put back the assembly under the machine lid.
Cleaning the “debris trap”
This clever system traps any small debris you might have
overlooked in the clothes and prevents it from damaging the
pump.
To clean the trap :
- remove part
(see procedure in the chapter on "Incidents ...:
the machine does not empty ..."). Then rotate the drum
slightly with the flaps open, towards the front of the machine.
You then have access to the "debris trap" (Diagram D11)
- remove it from its housing ;
- remove any items from the inside ;
- rinse it under the tap ;
- replace it, pushing it firmly into its housing after first checking
that the housing is clean ;
- refit part
.
Cleaning the machine (Diagram D9).
For cleaning the surfaces:
use only soap and water.
For cleaning all plastics parts (control panels, plinth, etc.) :
use only a cloth moistened with water.
Do not use any of the following :
• abrasive powders
• metal or plastic scrubbers
• alcohol-based substances (alcohol, thinners, etc.)
Risk of freezing
If there is a risk of freezing, disconnect the water inlet hose and
empty out any water remaining in the drain hose by placing this
as low as possible in a sink.
Maintenance of internal parts
In the interests of hygiene (e.g. to prevent mould):
• leaving the lid open for a time after washing ;
• every month or so, clean the plastic and rubber parts around
the tub access using a slightly chlorinated product. Rinse
thoroughly ;
• do a wash cycle at 90° at least once a month.
Periodic checks
You should check the condition of the water inlet and drain
hoses. If you find any splits in the hoses, however minor, do not
hesitate to replace them by identical hoses that can be obtained
from the manufacturer or the after-sales service.
Replacing the power lead
Possible incidents See diagrams page E D10-D12
Incidents may occasionally occur when you are using your washing machine : if so, check the following points.
The washing machine does not work - check :
• water and power supplies ;
• that the lid is closed.
The machine vibrates when spinning - check :
• the machine has been properly unpacked ;
• that the ground is horizontal ;
• that the washing machine is not standing on its two "front" castors.
There is water on the floor near the washing machine
(VERY IMPORTANT: unplug the machine from the power
socket or remove the individual fuse) - check :
• that the drain hose hook fitting is properly positioned in the drain
• the seal on the water inlet hose or tap (check that the seals are
present and that the hose connectors on the machine and on
the tap are tight).
There may also be water on the ground near the machine if your
machine is producing too much suds.
In this case check :
- that you have in fact used a MACHINE washing product ;
- that you have not used too much detergent.
In these two cases, after mopping up the water, plug in the power
lead again, programme an emptying operation if your machine
can do this (if not, proceed as indicated at the foot of the page),
then carry out several rinses.
Finally, restart your programme.
The machine does not empty or the clothes are
not properly spun -
check :
• that you have not programmed a function that prevents spinning
(for example, full drum stop) ;
• that the bottom of the tank is not blocked by some small item of
laundry (for example, a handkerchief, sock, etc.).
In this case :
- unplug the machine ;
- remove as much water as possible using the drain spout (see
"Emptying the machine" at the foot of the page)
- remove the washing ;
- rotate the drum so that the closed flaps are at the bottom : you
will see a plastic part
(Diagram D10)
• if it is fitted on your machine, remove screw
;
• on some types of machine, part
is provided with a clip
.
If this is the case, unlock part
by applying pressure to the
clip while gently slinding it to the right ;
• then, in all instances : turn the drum again, open the doors
and remove part
by sliding it in the direction of the arrow ;
• remove whatever is in the bottom of the tub through the holes
now accessible.
Take the opportunity to clean the "debris trap" at the bottom
of the tub (see procedure in the chapter "Maintenance ...:
cleaning the debris trap").
• refit the plastic part and bolt
by following the above
procedure in the reverse order.
Emptying the machine
If, after an incident, you have to empty the machine, proceed as
follows (Diagram D12) :
- open the door
➀
at the front of the machine. To do this :
• insert a screwdriver as indicated on the diagram
• detach the door by pressing to the left
- pull on yellow plug
➁
to release the drain spout.
- separate the plug from the spout
➂
and allow the water to flow
into a container placed for the purpose (be careful of the
water temperature).
When emptying is complete, refit the spout by following the
above procedure in the reverse order.
If you ever need to change the lead, call in a qualified tradesman approved for your make of machine.
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