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.
2.Remove the transit bolts? The appliance must be connected to the mains
? The appliance is fitted with transit bolts to exclusively by means of a socket with an earth
prevent internal damage during transport. connection in accordance with established
Before using the washing machine you must regulations. The appliance must be earthed by
remove the transit bolts (see ?Installation/law. The manufacturer declines all liability for
Remove the transit bolts?).damage to property or injury to persons or
animals deriving either directly or indirectly
3.Install the washing machinefrom failure to observe the directions.
? Remove the protective foil from the control panel.
? Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
? Move the machine without carrying it at the top.? Before any maintenance on the washing
? Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
surface, preferably in a corner of the room.machine disconnect it from the mains supply.
? Access to the mains plug or to disconnection
? Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine is
stable and level (see ?Installation / Adjust the from mains supply via a double-pole switch must
be ensured at all times following the
feet?).installation.
4.Water supply
? Do not operate the washing machine if it has
? Connect the water supply inlet hose in been damaged during transport. Inform the
accordance with regulations of your local water After-Sales Service.
company (see ?Installation/Connect the water
inlet hose?).? Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
by After-Sales Service.
? Water supply: cold water only? The washing machine must only be used in the
? Tap:3/4? threaded hose connection
household for the prescribed uses.
? Pressure:100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).Minimum housing dimensions:
For Great Britain & Ireland only:
Width: 600 mm
? Water inlet: hot and cold fill.Height: 825 mm
The warm water inlet temperature must not
Depth: 600 mm
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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