Bosch WFMC6401UC - Manual (Page 26)

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User Maintenance Instructions
Cleaning and Care
d
WARNING
d
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
d
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
insert under running water.
The detergent dispenser can be
disassembled into two parts!
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.
First release the water
pressure in the supply hoses:
q Turn off the water taps.
q Turn the program selector to any
program (except Spin or Drain).
q Press Start/Pause button and
wait for Water tap closed?"
message.
q Turn the program selector to Off.
Cleaning the strainer(s) on the
water tap
On 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.
Cleaning the strainers on the
washing machine
On both the hot and cold water tap:
q Disconnect the hose from the
back of the washing machine.