Miele W 5740 Operating Instructions Manual page 41

Once the flow of water ceases:
^ Remove the drain filter completely.
^ Clean it thoroughly.
^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff from the
filter housing. Turn the impeller by
hand to check that it rotates freely.
Any foreign object causing an
obstruction should be removed.
^ Put the drain filter back in place and
secure.
Problem solving guide
,
Make sure the drain filter is
securely tightened. Otherwise there
is a risk of water leakage during use.
Opening the drum door
,
Always make sure that the drum
is stationary before reaching into the
machine to remove laundry.
Reaching into a moving drum is
extremely dangerous.
^ Pull the emergency release
downwards (see illustration). The
drum door will open.
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