WHIRLPOOL AWM 296/3
Owner's Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
APPLIANCE EXTERIOR AND CONTROL PANEL
� � Clean using normal household detergent (do not use abrasive products). Dry with a soft cloth. 5. Unscrew the hose(s) from the machine. 6. Remove the filter from the washing machine with pliers and clean it. 7. Replace the filter and screw the hose connection back on to the machine. 8. Turn on the tap(s) and ensure that the connections are completely water-tight. For machines with �Water Stop� hose: 1. Turn off the tap. 2. Unscrew the �Water Stop� hose from the tap. 3. Remove only the loose filter and clean it. 4. Refit the filter and screw the �Water Stop� hose to the tap. 5. Turn on the tap and ensure that the connection is completely water-tight.

DETERGENT DRAWER
� Disengage the drawer by pressing down the release lever and extract it.

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Remove the inserts (the siphon from the softener compartment, the siphon from the chlorine bleach compartment and the coloured insert for liquid detergent). Wash all the parts under running water. Reposition the inserts, make sure to push the siphons in until they lock and refit the drawer.

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DOOR SEAL
� � Clean with a damp cloth when necessary. Check the seal folds for foreign parts periodically.

FILTER
� Check and clean the filter at least 2 or 3 times a year (see �Removing the Filter�).

WATER HOSE MESH FILTER
Check and clean periodically. For machines with a straight water supply hose: 1. Turn off the tap(s). 2. Unscrew the hose(s) from the tap(s). 3. Remove the mesh filter and clean it. 4. Refit the filter and screw the hose connection to the tap.

CHILD SAFETY DEVICE
To prevent improper use of the machine, turn the plastic screw on the inside of the appliance door with the thick, rounded edge of the coloured insert or with a coin. 1. Vertical slot - Safety position: door cannot lock into place. 2. Horizontal slot - Normal position: door can be closed as before.

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