DEFINITION OF USE
This washing machine is exclusively destined to Keep these Instructions for Use and the
wash machine washable laundry in quantities which Programme Chart; if you pass on the washing
are usual for private households.machine to another person, also give him/her
? Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use and Programme Chart.
Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart
when using the washing machine.
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Removing the packaging and inspection Use only new hoses to connect the washing
After unpacking, make sure that the washing machine to the water supply. Used hoses must
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the not be used and should be discarded.
washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or 5.Drain
your local retailer. Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
Check that the accessories and supplied parts are over the edge of a sink by means of the ?U? bend
all present.supplied.
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, If the washing machine is connected to an
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, integrated drainage system, ensure the latter is
as they are potentially dangerous.equipped with a vent to avoid simultaneous
If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to loading and draining of water (siphoning effect).
delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few 6.Electrical connection
hours before operating. Electrical connections must be carried out by a
2.Remove the transport boltsqualified technician in compliance with the
The washing machine is fitted with transport manufacturer?s instructions and current standard
bolts to avoid any possible damage to the interior
safety regulations.
during transport. Before using the machine, it is Data regarding voltage, power consumption and
imperative that the transport bolts are removed.protection requirements is given on the inside of
After their removal, cover the openings with the
the door.
4 enclosed plastic caps. The appliance must be connected to the mains by
3.Install the washing machinemeans of a socket with an earth connection in
Remove the protective film from the control panel
accordance with current regulations. The
(if available on your model).washing machine must be earthed by law. The
Move the appliance without lifting it by the worktop.
manufacturer declines all liability for damage to
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
surface, preferably in a corner of the room.property or injury to persons or animals due to
non-compliance with the directions given above.
Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting
Do not use extension leads or multiple sockets.
on the floor and then check that the washing Before any maintenance on the washing machine
machine is perfectly level (use a spirit level).
disconnect it from the mains supply.
In case of wooden or so-called ?floating floors?
(for instance certain parquet or laminate floors), After installation, access to the mains plug or to
disconnection from mains supply must be
place the appliance on a 60 x 60 cm sheet of
ensured at all times via a double-pole switch.
plywood at least 3 cm in thickness which is
secured to the floor. Do not operate the washing machine if it has
been damaged during transport. Inform the
4.Water inlet
After-Sales Service.
Connect the water supply inlet hose in
accordance with the regulations of your local Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
by After-Sales Service.
water company.
Water inlet: Cold water only The appliance must only be used in the
(if no other information onhousehold for the prescribed uses.
your programme chart)Minimum housing dimensions:
Water tap:3/4? threaded hose Width: 600 mm
connectorHeight: 850 mm
Water pressure Depth: 600 mm
(flow pressure):100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).
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