Opening The Door During A Power Failure Or When The Drain Is Blocked - Miele PW 5065 Operating Manual

Frequently asked questions
Opening the door during a
power failure or when the drain
is blocked
,
Disconnect the machine from the
power supply.
^ Open the detergent dispenser
drawer.
^ Remove the tool.
^ Open the lint trap door.
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Machines with a drain pump
If the main drain hose is clogged, water
will be retained in the machine
(max. 6.5 gal [30 l]).
,
Caution: If laundry has been
washed at a high temperature, the
water draining out of the machine
will still be hot! Stop and allow it to
cool before proceeding.
^ Place a 2 quart capacity container
under the drain tube.
^ Turn the lint trap lid counterclock-
wise. Do not remove it. About 2
quarts of water will drain out of the
hose.
If additional water remains in the
machine, tighten the lint trap lid and
empty the container. Repeat as
necessary.