Important Safety Information
It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future
reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move
house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in
order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant
warnings.
These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully
before installing or using the appliance.
Installationfrayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint,
ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras
IThis appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
must NOT be machine washed.
moving it.
IAny objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws,
IIt is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt
stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause
to modify this product in any way.
extensive damage and must not be placed into the
IAll packing and transit bolts must be removed before
machine.
use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to
IGarments which have been in contact with volatile
property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section
petroleum products should not be machine washed.
in instructions.
If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be
IAny plumbing work required to install this appliance
taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the
should be carried out by a qualified plumber or
garment before placing in the machine.
competent person.
IWash small items such as socks, laces, washable
IAny electrical work required to install this appliance
belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
possible for such items to slip down between the tub
competent person.
and the inner drum.
ICare must be taken to ensure that the appliance doesI
Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener.
not stand on the electrical supply cable.
Damage to the fabric can ensue if you over-fill.
IIf the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, pleaseRefer to the manufacturer?s recommendations of
adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely.quantities.
IAs some duvets and eiderdowns should be
Child Safetywashed/dried in large commercial machines because
IThis appliance is designed to be operated by adults.of their bulk, please check with the manufacturer of
Children should not be allowed to tamper with thethe item before washing in a domestic machine.
controls or play with the product.IThe users should always check that they have not
IPets and children have been known to climb intoleft their gas lighters (disposable or otherwise) in
washer-dryers. Please check your drum before use.their clothing.
IThe glass door becomes very hot during the washingINever tumble dry items that have had contact with
chemicals such as dry cleaning fluid.These are of a
and drying cycle. Keep children away from the
vicinity of the appliance whilst it is in operation.volatile nature and could cause an explosion.
Only tumble dry items which have been washed in
IKeep all packaging well away from children.
water or require airing.
IKeep all detergents in a safe place out of children?s
IPlastic detergent dispensers should not remain in the
reach.
drum during the drying cycle, as the plastic used is
not designed to withstand the heat. If you wish to
Use
wash-through-to-dry you should use the
IAlways unplug the appliance and turn off the waterconventional detergent dispenser drawer.
supply after use.ILeave the porthole door slightly ajar between washes
IDo not overload the appliance. See relevant sectionto preserve the door seal.
in the instruction book.I
Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair
IOnly wash and dry fabrics which are designed to bethe machine yourself. Repairs carried out by
machine washed and dried. If in doubt, consult theinexperienced persons may cause injury or serious
care label on the clothes.malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force
IBefore washing, ensure that all pockets are emptyCentre. Always insist on genuine Bendix spare parts.
and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing
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