PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packaging4.Energy saving tips
? The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and ? Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent
marked with the recycling symbol . Adhere and time by using the recommended maximum
to current local regulations when disposing of load size.
packaging material.? Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated
2.Disposing of packaging and scrapping in the manufacturer?s instructions.
old washing machines? The Eco-Ball - a special system in the outlet - will
? The washing machine is built from reusable prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid
materials. It must be disposed of in compliance detergent loss into the environment.
with current local waste disposal regulations.? Use ?Prewash? for heavily soiled laundry only!
? Before scrapping, remove all detergent residues Save detergent, time, water and energy
consumption by not selecting ?Prewash? for
and cut off the power cable so that the washing slight to normally soiled laundry.
machine is made unusable.
? This appliance is marked according to the ? Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak drued
in stains in water before washing to reduce the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste necessity of a hot wash programme.
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, ? Save energy by using a 60° C instead of a 95° C
you will help prevent potential negative wash programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C
wash programme.
consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by ? Save energy and time by selecting a high spin
inappropriate waste handling of this product. speed to reduce the water content in laundry
before using a tumble dryer (for machines with
The symbol on the product, or on the adjustable spin speed).
documents accompanying the product, indicates 5.General recommendations
that this appliance may not be treated as ? Do not leave the appliance plugged in when not
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over in use.
to the applicable collection point for the recycling ? Turn off the tap.
of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with ? Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off
the machine or disconnect it from the mains.
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.? Clean the outside of the washing machine with a
For more detailed information about treatment, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive detergents.
recovery and recycling of this product, please
? Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step.
contact your local city office, your household ? Children must not be allowed to play with the
waste disposal service or the shop where you washing machine or to climb into the drum (see
purchased the product.
also the following page chapter ?Child Safety?).
3.Location and surroundings? If necessary, the power cable may be replaced
? The washing machine must only be installed in with an identical one obtained from our After-
closed spaces.
Sales Service. The power cable must only be
? Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance.replaced by a qualified technician.
6.EC Declaration of Conformity
? The appliance conforms to the following
European Standards:
73/23/EEC Low voltage directive
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
93/68/EC CE Marking Directive.
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