Electrolux EWN 16781 W User Manual page 27

Cleaning the pump
The pump should be inspected if
• the machine does not empty and/or
spin
• the machine makes an unusual noise
during draining due to objects such as
safety pins, coins etc. blocking the
pump.
Proceed as follows:
• disconnect the appliance.
• if the appliance is operating, wait, if
necessary, until the water has cooled
down.
• open the pump door levering on the
groove with a coin or with the
suitable tool, that you can find in the
bag containing the instruction
booklet (or fitted on the appropriate
recess behind the detergent
dispenser drawer depending on the
model).
• place a bowl with a small edge close
to the pump to collect any spillage
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• pull out the emergency emptying cap
from the filter cover, using a pliers.
• when no more water comes out,
unscrew the pump cover, using a
pliers, and remove the filter.