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BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Removing the packaging and check6.Electrical connections
? After unpacking, make sure that the washing Electrical connections must be carried out by a
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use qualified technician in compliance with the
the washing machine. Contact After-Sales manufacturer?s instructions and current standard
Service or your local retailer.safety regulations.
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, Voltage information, power consumption and
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, electrical protection data are supplied on the
as they are potentially dangerous.inside of the appliance door.
The appliance must be connected to the mains
2.Remove the transit boltsexclusively by means of a socket with an earth
The appliance is fitted with transit bolts to connection in accordance with established
prevent internal damage during transport. regulations. The appliance must be earthed by
Before using the washing machine you must law. The manufacturer declines all liability for
remove the transit bolts (see ?Installation/damage to property or injury to persons or
Remove the transit bolts?).animals deriving either directly or indirectly
from failure to observe the directions.
3.Install the washing machine Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
Remove the protective foil from the control panel. Before any maintenance on the washing
Move the machine without carrying it at the top.machine disconnect it from the mains supply.
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor Access to the mains plug or to disconnection
surface, preferably in a corner of the room.from mains supply via a double-pole switch must
Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine is be ensured at all times following the
stable and level (see ?Installation/Adjust the installation.
feet?). Do not operate the washing machine if it has
been damaged during transport. Inform the
After-Sales Service.
4.Water supply Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
Connect the water supply inlet hose in
accordance with regulations of your local water by After-Sales Service.
company (see ?Installation/Connect the water The washing machine must only be used in the
inlet hose?).household for the prescribed uses.
Water supply: cold water only
Tap:3/4? threaded hose connectionMinimum housing dimensions:
Pressure:100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).Width: 600 mm
For Great Britain & Ireland only:Height: 825 mm
Water inlet: hot and cold fill.Depth: 600 mm
The warm water inlet temperature must not
exceed 60°C.
5.Drain hose
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
over the edge of a sink by means of the ?U? bend
(see ?Installation/Connect the water drain hose?).
If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
drainage system, ensure the latter is equipped with
a vent to avoid simultaneous loading and draining
of water (siphoning effect).
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