The "drum cleaning" icon shows on the washing machine display

Resolution

Issue:

• The "drum cleaning" icon shows on the washing machine display
• How to clean the washing machine drum?

Applies to:

• Front loader washing machine (integrated and freestanding)
• Top loader washing machine

Resolution:

1. Remove all laundry from the drum

2. Add a small quantity of powder detergent into the empty drum, in order to rinse out any left residues.

3. Run a Cotton programme with the highest temperature.

• Occasionally, at the end of a cycle, the display may show the icon: this is a recommendation to perform the “drum cleaning”.

• Once the drum cleaning cycle (Cotton 90°C) has been performed, the icon disappears

Cause:

• The repeated and prolonged use of low-temperature programmes can cause detergent deposits, fluff residues, bacterial growth inside the drum and the tub.
• This could generate bad odours and mildew. To eliminate these deposits and clean the inner part of the appliance, run a maintenance wash regularly (at least once a month).
• We recommend specialized care & maintenance products available from our Webshop