Operating instructions for Washing machine W 1714

Cleaning and careDisconnect the machine from themains electricity supply andwithdraw the plug from the socketbefore cleaning the machine.The washing machine must notbe hosed down.A range of Miele branded cleaning andconditioning products is available toorder from the Miele Spare PartsDepartment or via the internet onwww.miele-shop.com.External casing and fasciapanel Clean the casing using a MieleE-Cloth or with a mild non-abrasivecleaning agent or soap and waterusing a well wrung-out cloth. Wipedry with a soft cloth. The drum can be cleaned using asuitable stainless-steel cleaningagent following the instructions onthe packaging.Do not use solvents, abrasivecleaners, glass cleaners orall-purpose cleaning agents.These might damage plasticsurfaces and other componentsbecause of the chemicals theycontain.Extra cleaningCarry out a hot wash (70°C or above)with powder detergent approx. every 6weeks to help prevent deposits buildingup in the machine. These can occurwhen washing is mainly done at lowtemperatures, and can lead tounpleasant smells. If you have noreason to wash occasionally at this hightemperature, then run a Cottons 95°Cprogramme with detergent but nolaundry at regular intervals.Cleaning the detergentdispenser drawerFor hygienic reasons, clean the entiredrawer at regular intervals. Pull out the detergent dispenserdrawer until a resistance is felt. Pressdown the release catch and at thesame time pull the drawer right out ofthe machine. Clean the detergent drawer withwarm water.30