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