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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
and cut off the power cable so that the washing consumption by not selecting ?Prewash? for
machine is made unusable.slight to normally soiled laundry.
Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak drued
This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste in stains in water before washing to reduce the
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).necessity of a hot wash programme.
Save energy by using a 60° C instead of a 95° C
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, wash programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C
you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human wash programme.
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. Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with 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
waste disposal service or the shop where you Children must not be allowed to play with the
purchased the product.washing machine or to climb into the drum (see
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
closed spaces.with an identical one obtained from our After-
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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