Bosch Nexxt 500 Plus Series - Manual (Page 20)

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User Maintenance Instructions
d CAUTION
The access panel located on the
bottom right of the washer is for
Service Access and is to be opened
only by an Authorized or Qualified
Service Technician. (Panel may be
hidden from view by door
extension).
access panel
Cleaning and Care
d WARNING
TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK!
Always disconnect the appliance
from the power outlet before
cleaning.
Never clean the washing machine
with a pressure washer.
d WARNING
TO AVOID RISK OF EXPLOSION!
Never use flammable solvents to
clean the appliance.
Cleaning the appliance housing
and control panel
As required:
q
Use hot soapy water or a mild,
nonĆabrasive cleaning agent.
q
Rub dry with a soft towel.
Cleaning the drum
If rust spots have formed due to
leftĆover debris (e.g. coins, paper clips,
nails):
q
Use a chlorineĆfree cleaning agent.
Follow the manufacturer's
instructions. Never use steel wool.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
If residual detergents or additives have
accumulated
or if softener/bleach are not fully rinsed
out:
q Open the flap of the detergent
dispenser.
q Pull out the softener/bleach
compartment in a vertical direction
and remove.
q Clean the detergent dispenser by
inserting under warm running
water.
q Insert the detergent dispenser until
it clicks into place.
Cleaning water inlet strainers
This is necessary if very little or no
water flows into the washing machine.
i If using the washer in an area with
hard water cleaning is
recommended every 6 months to
reduce valve blockage.
First release the water pressure in the
supply hoses:
q
Turn off the water taps.
q Turn the program selector to any
program.
q Press Start/Pause button and
wait approximately ten seconds.
q Turn the program selector to Off.
Cleaning the strainer(s) on the
water tap
In both the hot and cold water tap:
q
Disconnect the hose from the
water tap.
q
Rinse the strainer under running
water.
q
Reconnect the hose.