Miele W 502 Operating Instructions Manual page 40

Once the flow of water ceases:
^ Remove the fluff filter completely.
^ Clean the fluff filter thoroughly.
^ Remove any foreign objects (e.g.
buttons, coins, etc.) and fluff. Turn the
impeller by hand to check that it
rotates freely. Any foreign object
causing an obstruction should be
removed.
^ Put the fluff filter back in place and
secure.
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Make sure the fluff filter is
securely tightened. Otherwise there
is a risk of water leakage during use.
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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.