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Warnings
The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before
installing or using the appliance.
InstallationY Use only the recommended quantities of fabric
softener. An excessive amount could damage the
Y All internal packing must be removed before using
laundry.
the appliance. Serious damage may be caused toY Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the
the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective
transit devices are not removed or are notappliance is not in use. This preserves the door
completely removed. Refer to the relevantseal and prevents the formation of musty smells.
paragraph in the instruction book.Y Always check that water has emptied out before
Y Any electrical work required to install this applianceopening the door. If not, drain the water following
the instructions in the instruction book.
must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
Y Any plumbing work required to install thisY Always unplug the appliance and shut the water
appliance must be carried out by a qualifiedtap after use.
plumber.
Y After having installed the machine, check that it isGeneral safety
not standing on its electrical supply cable.
Y If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor,Y Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by
qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by
ensure that air can circulate freely between the feetinexperienced persons could cause serious
and the floor.danger. Contact your local Service Centre.
Y Never pull the power supply cable to remove the
plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug
Use
itself.
Y This appliance is designed for domestic use. ItY During high temperature wash programmes the
must not be used for purposes other than those fordoor glass may get hot. Do not touch it!
which it was designed.
Y Only wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. Follow the instructions on each
garment label.
Y Do not overload the appliance. Follow the
instructions in the instruction book.
Y Make sure that all pockets are empty. Objects such
as coins, safety pins, pins and screws can cause
extensive damage.
Y Do not machine wash garments saturated with
petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc.
If such fluids have been used to remove stains
prior to washing, wait until they have completely
evaporated from the fabric before placing garments
in the appliance.
Y Place small items such as socks, belts, etc. in a
cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them getting
trapped between the drum and the tub.
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