Use and Care Manual

en Faults and what to do about them.
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Filter in the water supply
blocked
1. Release water pressure in the supply
hose:
a) Turn off the tap.
b) Select the Cottons programme.
c) Start the programme and leave it
to run for approx. 70 seconds.
d) Switch off the appliance.
e) Pull out the mains plug.
2. Clean the filters:
a) Disconnect the hose from the
water tap.
Clean the filter with a small brush.
b) For standard and Aqua-Secure
models, clean the filter on the
rear of the appliance:
Remove the hose from the rear of
the appliance.
Use pliers to remove the filter and
then clean it.
c) Connect the hose and check for
leaks.
3 Faults and what to do
about them.
Faults and what to do about them. Emergency release
e.g. in the event of a power cut
The programme will continue running
when the power supply has been restored.
However, if the laundry has to be
removed, the washing machine door can
be opened as follows:
:Warning
Risk of scalding!
When you are washing at high
temperatures, there is a risk of scalding if
you come into contact with detergent
solution and laundry.
If possible, leave it to cool down.
:Warning
Risk of injury!
You may injure your hands if you reach
into the drum while it is turning.
Do not reach into the drum when it is
turning.
Wait until the drum has stopped turning.
Caution!
Water damage
Any escaping water may cause water
damage.
Do not open the washing machine door if
water can be seen through the glass.
1. Switch off the appliance. Disconnect
the mains plug.
2. Drain the detergent solution.
3. Pull the emergency release
downwards with a tool and release.
The washing machine door can then
be opened.