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Cleaning the Pump Filter
Due to the nature of the front-load washer, 
it is sometimes possible for small articles 
to pass to the pump. The washer has a 
filter to capture lost items so they are not 
dumped to the drain. To retrieve lost items, 
clean out the pump filter.
1.   Using a small flathead screwdriver or 
coin, open the access door.
2.   Place a shallow pan or dish under  
the pump access door and towels  
on the floor in front of the washer to 
protect the floor. It is normal to catch 
about a cup of water when the filter  
is removed.
3.   Pull down the pour spout.
4.   Turn the pump filter counterclockwise 
and remove the filter slowly, controlling 
the flow of the draining water.
5.   Remove the filter and clean the debris 
from the filter.
6.   Replace the filter and turn clockwise. 
Tighten securely.
7.   Flip up the pour spout.
8.   Close the access door by hooking the 
bottom tabs first, then rotating the 
access door shut.
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filter