How can I fix my miele w 985 front loading wash machine?

I cleaned the filter which is located in the front lower left portion of the machine. When I put the filter back in the machine and tried to run the machine, the water began to fill and then the water ran directly onto the floor through the filter drain. I believe this might be a loose hose in the machine, but I can not figure out how to get to the insides of the machine and before I call for repairman I would like to at least try to fix the simple stuff.

John Tucker