Electrolux EW9W161B User Manual page 39

To have best drying performances clean the air filters regularly with warm
water and afterwards dry them with a towel.
Clogged air filter increases the drying time and the energy consumption!
WARNING!
The primary filter recess must not be blocked by any object.
If you only wash the laundry with your washer-dryer, it is normal to find
some humidity in the primary air filter.
15.8 Cleaning the drain pump
WARNING!
Disconnect the mains plug
from the mains socket.
Regularly check the drain
pump filter and make sure
that it is clean.
Clean the drain pump if:
• The appliance does not drain the
water.
• The drum does not turn.
• The appliance makes an unusual
noise because of the blockage of the
drain pump.
• The display shows the alarm code
.
WARNING!
• Do not remove the filter
while the appliance
operates.
• Do not clean the pump if
the water in the appliance
is hot. Wait until the water
cools down
WARNING!
Each time you carry out the
special programme CLE to
remove fluff, clean the drain
filter afterwards.
Proceed as follows to clean the pump:
1. Open the pump cover.
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2. Place a suitable bowl below the drain
pump access to collect the water that
flows out.
3. Open the chute downwards. Always
keep a rag nearby to dry up any
water spillages when removing the
filter.
4. Turn the filter 180 degrees in anti-
clockwise direction to open it, without
removing. Let the water flow out.
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