en Cleaning and maintenance342 Cleaning andmaintenanceCleaningandmaintenance A regular inspection and maintenanceof your machine will help to preventfaults. This saves time and preventsproblems.Overall conditionof the machine■ Check rinsing compartmentfor grease and limescale deposits.If you find such deposits:■ Fill detergent dispenser 9: withdetergent. Start the appliancewithout utensils in the programmewith the highest rinsing temperature.:WarningHealth hazard due to detergentscontaining chlorine!Always use chlorine-free detergents.Clean the appliance withdetergents/appliance cleaners whichare particularly suitable for use withdishwashers.■ To ensure that the door seal alwaysremains clean and hygienic,regularly clean it with a damp clothand a little washing-up liquid.■ If the appliance is switched off for aprolonged period, leave the doorajar to prevent the formation of anunpleasant odour.Never use a steam cleaner to cleanyour dishwasher. The manufactureris not liable for any consequentialdamage.Regularly wipe the frontof the appliance and fascia with a dampcloth; water and a little washing upliquid are adequate. Do not usesponges with a rough surfaceor abrasive detergents, as these couldscratch the surfaces.Stainless steel appliances: To preventcorrosion, avoid using sponge clothsor wash them out thoroughly severaltimes before using for the first time.Special salt and rinse aidTop up the salt and/or rinse aid as soonas the refill indicators on the fascia Pand H are lit or there is a prompt onthe front display * ):.* depending on the features of yourdishwasher