IMPORTANT INFORMATION
It is important that this instruction book be kept
Use
with the appliance for future reference. If you sell
or give the appliance away, make sure that thenThis appliance is designed for domestic use. It
book is passed to the new owners so that they
must not be used for purposes other than those for
can familiarise themselves with its operation and
which it was designed.
relevant warnings.
nDo not overload the appliance. Follow the
The following warnings are provided in the
instructions in the instruction book.
interests of overall safety. You must read them
carefully before installing or using the appliance.nOnly wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. Follow the instructions on each
nWhen unpacking the appliance, check that it is not
garment label.
damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the
Service Centre.nMake sure that all pockets are empty. Objects
such as coins, safety pins, pins and screws can
Safetycause extensive damage.
nDo not machine wash garments saturated with
nThis appliance is designed to be used by adults.
petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc.
Children must not be allowed to touch the controls
If such fluids have been used to remove stains
or play with the product.
prior to washing, wait until they have completely
nDuring high temperature wash cycles the glassevaporated from the fabric before placing
door becomes very hot. Do not touch it.garments in the appliance.
nPets sometimes climb into washing machines.nPlace small items such as socks, belts, etc. in a
Check the drum before each use.cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them getting
trapped between the drum and the tub.
Installationn
Use only the recommended quantities of fabric
softener. An excessive amount could damage the
nAll internal packing must be removed before using
laundry.
the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to
n
the machine or adjacent furniture if the protectiveLeave the porthole door slightly ajar when the
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.
nAlways check that water has emptied out before
nAny electrical work required to install thisopening the door. If not, drain the water following
appliance must be carried out by a qualifiedthe instructions in the instruction book.
electrician.nAlways unplug the appliance and shut the water
nAny plumbing work required to install thistap after use.
appliance must be carried out by a qualified
plumber.Service/repair
nAfter having installed the machine, check that it is
nIn the event of a fault, do not attempt to repair the
not standing on its electrical supply cable.
appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
nIf the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor,inexperienced persons may cause damage.
ensure that air can circulate freely between thenIf repairs are needed, contact an authorised
adjustable feet and the floor.
service centre and ask for genuine spare parts.
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