Cleaning And Care; Cleaning The Fluff Filter - Miele PDR 514 Operating And Installation Instructions

Cleaning the fluff filter

 Risk of fire if the tumble dryer is operated without a fluff filter.
If there is no fluff filter, the air channels, heating elements and vent
ducting can become clogged during drying and may catch fire.
The fluff filter must not be removed for cleaning.
Never operate the tumble dryer without the fluff filter in place.
Replace a damaged fluff filter immediately.
A fluff filter collects fluff released by textiles. The fluff filter must be
cleaned at least once per working day as well as in accordance with
the corresponding message in the display. In the event of a heavy
build-up of fluff, the fluff filter should be cleaned several times per
day.
Open the fluff filter compartment cover.
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Remove the fluff from the fluff filter using your hands.
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Do not use pointed or sharp-edged objects to clean the fluff filter.
Otherwise, the fluff filter may become damaged.
Close the fluff filter compartment cover after cleaning the fluff filter.
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Cleaning the drum and the outside of the casing
 Risk of death due to electric shock.
The tumble dryer must be completely disconnected from the power
supply before performing cleaning or maintenance work.
Before starting cleaning or maintenance work, always switch off the
tumble dryer at the main switch (on site).
Do not use a pressure washer or water jet to clean the tumble dryer.

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