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AEG washing machine filter cleaning

How do I clean the lint filter of my AEG washing machine?
22 September 2025 by
AEG washing machine filter cleaning
Klaas Vos

Question

  • How do I access the filter of my washing machine?
  • Where is the fluff filter of my washing machine?
  • How can I clean the lint filter?
  • Where can I find small objects like buttons, hairpins, coins, and remove them from my washing machine?

Answer

  • Some models of washing machines are equipped with a self-cleaning drainage system.
    • These washing machines have a door seal designed to catch all objects such as coins, buttons, hairpins, etc. before they have the chance to leave the drum and make their way to the drainage area.
    • Light fluffy fibres that fall from the clothing are immediately washed away with the water.
    • For these washing machine models, it is sufficient to regularly check the rubber door seal for any remaining objects and then remove these objects.
  • Cleaning the filter (for models with an accessible filter):
    • Open the door flap (located in the bottom right corner of the device).
    • Turn the filter to the left without removing it. Allow the water to drain away. Note, provide a catchment tray (for example, an oven tray).
    • Then turn the filter to the left and remove it completely from the filter cavity.
    • Remove lint and other objects from the filter cavity.
    • Check if the pump impeller can rotate in the filter cavity.
    • Clean the filter that you removed under the tap
    • Place the filter back into the designated guide. Tighten the filter securely to prevent leakage.
    • Close the door flap.
  • Consult the user manual for more information.
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