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UnpackingPositioning
Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
All transit bolts and packing must be removed
Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not
before using the appliance.impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the machine
does not touch the wall or other kitchen units.
You are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use inNever place cardboard, wood or similar materials under
case the machine is to be transported again.
the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the
Using a spanner unscrew and remove the rear right bolt.floor.
Lay the machine gently on its back, making sure that theYour new washing machine has been designed to be
hoses are not squashed.
permanently plumbed in to your home?s water supply
and drainage system. However, if this is not possible, it
may be connected to a suitable existing tap with the
drain hose discharging into a sink.
The appliance has an inlet hose, with female 3/4? BSP
thread connector. If this connection is not compatible
with the plumbing of the existing installation, a variety
of connectors are available from good hardware stores
and plumbers merchants to suit most domestic
plumbing. Any alteration to your existing plumbing
Remove the polystyrene block from the bottom of the
must be carried out by a competent person, or qualified
machine and release the two plastic bags.plumber.
Carefully slide out the right polythene bag (1).
Repeat the operation for the left polythene bag (2).
Installation on a Suspended Floor
Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to
vibration. To help prevent vibration we recommend you
place a waterproof wood panel, at least 15 mm thick
under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams
with screws. If possible install the appliance in one of
the corners of the room, where the floor is more stable.
Water inlet
Remove the polystyrene base.
Set the machine upright and remove the two remainingConnect the hose to a tap with a 3/4? thread.
bolts from the back.
Pull out the three plastic spacers from the holes into
which the bolts were fitted.
Plug all the holes with the plugs which you can find in
the envelope containing the instruction booklet.
Installation should comply with local water authority
and building regulations? requirements.
The appliance must be connected to a cold water
supply.
A minimum water pressure of 50 kPa (0.5 bar) is
required for safe operation of the appliance.
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