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9 • ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
9.2 • PLACEMENT OUT OF SERVICE
If the appliance won’t be used for a long
period of time (more than a week), it is
advisable to proceed as follows.
a) Run a cleaning cycle of a suitable level
to ensure the utmost cleanliness of the
chamber.
b) Remove the can of detergent and run a
Soft cleaning cycle, using only water (use
an old can filled with water, and remember
to remove it at the end).
c) Remove the partitions and unhook the
air deflector in the chamber to inspect the
rear area and check for any dirt deposits,
which need to be removed.
d) Close the water supply valves
e) Disconnect the water supply tubes.
f) Disconnect the appliance by pressing
the on/off knob for at least 3 seconds.
g) Disconnect the power supply and pull
out the plug
h) Close the gas shut-off valve
i) Disconnect the drain tube to prevent
any odours or bacteria from entering the
appliance
j) Leave the door ajar.
k) If a Brita filter is installed, disconnect
it from the line, the filter will need to be
replaced in the event of long-term non-use
(max. 1 year after installation).
l) Check the wear status of the gaskets so
as to arrange for their replacement before
operation is resumed.
m) Protect the appliance against frost to
avoid error messages when it is turned
back on.
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