This is a special function to help clean the inside of the appliance by soaking, washing, rinsing and spinning.
Run this function once a month (or more often if needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and softener and other residue.
If there is a bad smell or mildew inside the appliance, run this function once a week for 3 weeks in addition to the regularly prompted intervals.
The tcL message will be displayed to alert to the recommendation of operating the Tub Clean function.
If the tcL message is displayed on the appliance, or if it is selected after the completion of 30 wash cycles, the running time will increase up to 6 hours due to added soaking time (1 - 5 hours).
For models with a lint filter, remove lint or dirt from the inside of the lint filter before and after using this programme.
For models without a lint filter, the lint is discharged when the water drains during washing.
Washing small loads regularly (less than half a tub). This may result in stains being left on the edge of the tub that do not reach the top of the tub. To avoid stains at the top of the tub, wash larger amounts of laundry or use the Tub Clean function regularly.
Remove any clothing or items from the appliance.
Open the dispenser drawer and add anti-limescale to the main wash compartment.
Do not add any detergent to the detergent dispenser drawer for this function. Doing so may generate excessive suds and leak out from the appliance and cause damage to property.
Close the dispenser drawer slowly and close the door.
Press the POWER button.
Select the Tub Clean programme.
Press the Inicio/Pausa (START/PAUSE) button to start.
Leave the door open to dry the inside of the appliance completely.
When the inside of the appliance is not dried completely, it may cause a bad smell or mildew.
Leave the door open to dry the drum interior but only if it is safe and any children are supervised.