Bosch WAT28400UC Instructions for Use - Page 28
Cleaning the water inlet strainers, Cleaning the drain pump
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Cleaning the water inlet strainers If the washer water supply slows or stops completely, the water inlet strainer may be blocked. Cleaning is recommended every 6 months in any event to reduce chances of valve blockage in areas using hard water. Release the water under pressure in the supply hoses Normal water pressure in your home will cause some water to leak when you remove the water supply hose from the back of the washer. You can minimize this by first de-pressurizing the hoses. 1. Turn off the water tap. 2. Turn the cycle selector to any wash cycle (not to Drain or Spin). 3. Touch Start/Pause and allow 30 seconds to pass. 4. Turn the cycle selector to the Off position. This should reduce the water pressure on the water supply hose. Clean the strainers at the water tap end of the hose 1. Remove the hose from the tap. 2. Rinse the strainer under running water. Look at the strainer to see if any visible debris is still present. Rinse again if necessary to remove the debris. 3. Reconnect the hose to the tap. NOTICE: Check for leaks to be sure the rubber washers are seated at both ends of the water supply hose and the connections are properly tightened. Cleaning the drain pump 9 WARNING RISK OF SCALDING Risk of hot water injury to skin! Allow the water to cool down prior to actuating the emergency door lock release. You are responsible for ensuring all safety precautions are followed when draining water from washer and/or manually opening the washer door. It may be necessary to clean the washer drain pump if the washer fails to drain (sound of water being pumped from the washer cannot be heard when the washer should be draining and other nearby drains, such as a sink, are draining properly). The washer pump can become blocked by loose debris (a good reason to check the drum and remove any visible debris after each load.) Fabrics that give off large amounts of fluff may also cause blockage. To access the washer drain pump, the service cover must first be removed (see steps below). With the service cover removed, proceed as follows: 1. If the washer has not been drained, try to drain it now. Turn the program selector to the Drain and touch the Start/Pause button. Wait a few moments to let the cycle drain the water from the drum. If the pump is totally blocked, the water will be unable to drain and the cycle will end. 2. Shut off the tap so that no more water flows in and has to be drained. Switch the appliance off. Unplug the power plug. Clean the strainers at the washer end of the hose 3. Open and remove the service cover. 1. Remove the hose from the inlet on the back of the washer. 2. Using narrow pliers, grasp and pull the strainer from the inlet port. 3. Rinse the strainer under running water. 4. Reconnect the hose to the back of the washer and turn on the water tap. Check to see if water flows by starting a warm water wash cycle. 28