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Main body and drum
Clean the main body and drum whenever they are dirty.
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If there are water spots on the door and plastic parts, detergent or softener on the metallic parts, or the main
body of the machine is otherwise dirty, wipe the machine with a soft cloth. Failure to do so may result in rust and
damage.
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If the glass on the inside of the door is dirty, wipe it with a damp cloth.
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Do not splash water directly onto the machine.
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Do not wipe benzene, thinner, cleaning powder, alkaline detergents, low alkaline detergents, wax, or other
substances onto the machine, and do not use coarse scrubbers.
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Wipe off drum rust using a cream cleanser.
Do not use steel wool or other coarse scrubbers.
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The stainless steel drum is rust resistant, but rust may occur in the following cases.
• When hairpins or other metal objects are left in the drum and are in direct contact with it for prolonged periods,
or when water mixed with iron or rust particles is used.
• When chlorine-based bleach, detergent, or softener is left in the drum for prolonged periods.
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After an operation finishes, leftover water from the water supply pipeline may drip out of the injection inlet, so wipe
the area with a soft cloth.
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Wipe off lint and debris on the areas surrounding the door and the door
bellows, behind the door bellows, and inside the drum after each use.
Lint and debris attached between the door and the door bellows may
result in water leakage or adhere to laundry.
• If lint still adheres to laundry, run the [TUB CLEAN] program for
3 hours.
(P. 52)
(Washing drum detergent is not required in such cases.)
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Condensation may occur on the areas surrounding the door and door
bellows depending on your environment. If this is a concern, wipe it off.
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Do not hang a rag or cloth on the door bellows after cleaning the areas
around the door bellows.
Doing so may deform the door bellows, resulting in water leakage.
Door
Glass
Door bellows
Water tap, one-touch joint, and water supply hose
After years of use, the gasket on the tap may degrade or rust and eventually result in water leakage.
Check for leaks regularly (e.g., before each use).
In the event of a leak, turn off the tap and consult a service representative for inspection or repair.
