Indesit DFG 261 - Care and maintenance; Shutting off the water and electricity supplies; Cleaning the filters

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Care and maintenance
Shutting off the water and electricity
supplies
 Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle to
avoid leaks.
 Always unplug the appliance when cleaning it and
when performing maintenance work.
Cleaning the dishwasher
 The external surfaces of the machine and the control
panel may be cleaned using a non-abrasive cloth
which has been dampened with water. Do not use
solvents or abrasive products.
 Any marks on the inside of the appliance may be
removed using a cloth dampened with water and a
little vinegar.
Preventing unpleasant odours
 Always keep the door of the appliance ajar in order
to avoid moisture from forming and being trapped
inside the machine.
 Clean the seals around the door and detergent
dispensers regularly using a damp sponge. This will
avoid food becoming trapped in the seals, which is
the main cause behind the formation of unpleasant
odours.
Cleaning the sprayer arms
Food residue may become encrusted onto the sprayer
arms and block the holes used to spray the water. It is
therefore recommended that the arms are checked from
time to time and cleaned with a small non-metallic brush.
The two sprayer arms may both be removed.
To remove the upper sprayer
arm, rotate the locking ring in
an anti-clockwise direction. The
upper sprayer arm should be
replaced with the holes facing
upwards.
The lower sprayer arm can be
removed by pressing on the side
tabs and pulling it upwards.
Cleaning the water inlet fi lter*
If the water hoses are new or have not been used for an
extended period of time, let the water run to make sure
it is clear and free of impurities before performing the
necessary connections. If this precaution is not taken,
the water inlet could become blocked and damage the
dishwasher.
Clean the water inlet fi lter at the tap outlet regularly.
- Turn off the water tap.
- Unscrew the end of the water inlet hose, remove the fi lter
and clean it carefully under running water.
- Replace the fi lter and screw the water hose back into
position.
Cleaning the fi lters
The fi lter assembly consists of three fi lters which remove
food residues from the washing water and then recirculate
the water. They should be cleaned if you wish to achieve the
best results in every wash.
Clean the fi lters regularly.
The dishwasher should not be used without fi lters, or if
the fi lter is loose.
 After several washes, check the fi lter assembly and
if necessary clean it thoroughly under running water,
using a non-metallic brush and following the instructions
below:
1. Turn the cylindrical fi lter C in and anti-clockwise direc-
tion and pull it out (fi g. 1).
2. Remove the cup fi lter B by exerting a slight pressure on
the side fl aps (fi g. 2).
3. Slide out the stainless steel plate fi lter A (fi g. 3).
4. Inspect the trap and remove any food residue. NEVER
REMOVE the wash cycle pump (black details) (fi g. 4).
After cleaning the fi lters, replace the fi lter assembly and fi x
it in position correctly; this is essential for maintaining the
effi cient operation of the dishwasher.
Leaving the machine unused for extended
periods
 Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply and
shut off the water tap.
 Leave the door of the appliance ajar.
 When you return, run a wash cycle when the dish-
washer is empty.
* Only available in selected models.