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The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too
short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will
have to purchase a new, longer hose specially
designed for this type of use.
Important!
Before connecting up the machine to new pipework
or to pipework that has not been used for some time,
run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any
debris that may have been collected in the pipes.
The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4
Water drainagemetres. An additional drain hose and joining piece
is available from your local Service Centre.
The end of the drain hose can be positioned in four
ways:For correct functioning of the machine the drain
Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastichose must remain hooked on the proper support
hose guide supplied with the machine. In thispiece situated on the top part of the back side of
case, make sure the end cannot come unhookedthe appliance.
when the machine is emptying.
This could be done by tying it to the tap with a pieceElectrical connection
of string or attaching it to the wall.Plug the washing machine into a properly earthed 3
pin power point.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
CAUTION !
If the appliance is supplied from a cord extension
set or an electrical portable outlet device, the
cord extension set or electrical portable outlet
device must be positioned so that it is not
subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.
In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must beThe manufacturer declines any responsibility
above the tap so that the bend is at least 60 cmfor damage or injury through failure to comply
above the ground.with the above safety precaution.
Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less
than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm.IMPORTANT!
The end of the drain hose must always be
ventilated, i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipeIf the electrical cord of this appliance is
must be larger than the outside diameter of the draindamaged, it must be replaced by the
hose.Manufacturer, Authorised Service Agent or
Floor drain: the washing machine should besimilarly qualified person in order to avoid a
installed where a floor drain or hole is locatedhazard.
(depending on plumbing regulations). A floor drain is
required to drain away water which may overflow
from the washing machine due to a hose leak or
malfunction.
The drain hose must not be kinked.
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