User manual MIELE W1070

[. . . ] 24 Cleaning the exterior and control panel . 25 2 Contents Cleaning and Care . 25 Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap . 29 The program was canceled, the buzzer sounds and the "Start" button flashes. [. . . ] The "Buzzer" can be selected or deselected at any time. 22 Using the washer Adding/removing laundry during a wash program The drum door cannot be opened if: ­ the water temperature is greater than 130°F (55°C). ­ the program has reached the "Final Spin". ^ Press briefly the "Pause" button. The program will continue automatically. ­ The Child Lock function is activated. 23 Cleaning and Care , Before cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the power supply by unplugging the unit or manually "tripping" the circuit breaker. Cleaning the drum Germs can develop when using wash programs with a low temperature (below Hot) over several wash cycles. ^ Once a month run a program with no laundry using a "Hot" or "Sanitize" temperature and/or bleach. If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine should not need to be descaled. If the washer needs to be descaled, use a descaling agent with corrosion protection. These special descaling agents can be purchased from Miele. Use as directed on the packaging. , Do not hose the washer down. Cleaning the exterior and control panel ^ Clean the exterior of the washer with a mild solution of non-abrasive detergent or soap and water, wipe dry with a soft cloth. ^ Clean the drum with a stainless steel cleaner specially formulated for use in a washing machine, available from Miele. , Do not use chemical solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass or all purpose cleaners!Replace the siphon tube. ^ Clean the fabric softener channel with warm water and a brush. Clean the siphon tube and fabric softener channel more often when frequently using liquid starch. Liquid starch tends to stick. 25 Cleaning and Care Cleaning the drain pump and lint trap If the drain is clogged there will be water in the machine (max. 9. 25 gal [35 l]). , Pull the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning the washer! , Caution: If laundry has been washed at a high temperature, the water draining out of the machine may still be hot. Danger of scalding! ^ Remove the tool from behind the detergent dispenser drawer. ^ Place a container under the drain tube. ^ Open the drain filter until water runs out, but do not take it out completely. ^ If the container becomes too full, interrupt the water flow by tightening the drain filter. ^ Discard the water and continue. ^ Open the drain filter door. 26 Cleaning and Care Once the flow of water stops: ^ Remove the drain filter. ^ Clean out any foreign objects or lint from the filter. ^ Check that the drain pump impeller (in the back of the chamber) rotates freely by spinning it with your hand. ^ Return the drain filter and tighten it into place. , If the drain filter is not securely tightened water will leak out when the machine is used. 27 Cleaning and care Cleaning the water inlet filters The washer has two water inlet filters to protect each inlet valve. [. . . ] If the water pressure is below 15 psi (1 bar) there will not be enough water available for a complete fill. The water intake hoses are equipped with screen filters. Do not remove these filters except for cleaning. Tips for a hot water connection The hot water temperature from the hot water valve must not exceed 140°F (60°C); the ideal temperature is 130°F (55°C). [. . . ]