Check and clean your dishwasher
regularly. This will help avoid
problems and faults.
,
Abrasive cleaning agents,
all-purpose cleaners, thinner or
ammonia based cleaners should not
be used on the dishwasher.
They
will
damage the surface.
Wash cabinet
Generally, the wash cabinet is self
cleaning if the correct amount of
detergent is used.
The wash cabinet can be cleaned with
a dishwasher cleaner such as "Dis
Cleaner" available from your Miele
dealer or online at www.mieleusa.com.
Door and the door seal
^
Wipe the door seals regularly with a
damp cloth to remove food deposits.
^
Food residue and spilled liquids
should be wiped from the sides of the
dishwasher door. These are outside of
the wash cabinet and are not cleaned
by water from the spray arms.
Control panel
^
The plastic control panel should only
be wiped with a damp cloth or
suitable cleaning agent designed for
use on plastic.
,
The appliance front and controls
are not scratch proof.
Remove spills immediately.
Exterior
^
Only use a conditioner suitable for
your kitchen cabinetry.
^
Clean wood only with a damp cloth
and wipe dry.
Clean the exterior with a solution of
warm water and liquid soap applied
with a soft sponge. Dry with a soft
cloth.
Glass cleaners may be used to
clean the exterior. However
do not
allow them to sit or "puddle", this can
cause damage to the surface.
Remove the cleaner promptly.
To better maintain your appliance
avoid the following:
– cleaners containing soda, ammonia,
thinners, or chlorides
– cleaners containing descaling
agents or lime removers,
– abrasive cleaners,
– stainless steel cleaners,
– dishwasher soap (powder),
– caustic (oven) cleaners,
– scouring pads, steel wool, hard
brushes,
– metal scrapers,
– steam cleaning products.
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