Safety information
Before installing and first using the washing machine, read the instruction booklet carefully, including its
hints and warnings. Doing so will ensure that your machine will perform properly and to best advantage.
Anyone using the machine should be thoroughly familiar with its instructions for use and safety features.
Save these instructions and make sure they remain with the machine if it is moved or sold, so that everyone
using it through its life can be properly informed on appliance use and safety.
Installation and servicingUse
lAll packaging and transit locking devices must be lThis machine is intended only for normal domestic
removed before the machine is first used. If they are washing and only in accordance with these instructions.
not, the result may be damage to the machine or otherUsing it for other purposes could lead to physical
property. See the section Transit locking devices.injury or damage to property.
lAll installation and service work done on the product lOnly machine-washable items should be washed in
the machine. If in doubt, contact the manufacturer or
must be carried out by a qualified technician. Work
performed by persons with inadequate knowledge mayretailer of the item.
adversely affect the satisfactory functioning of the
lFollow the recommendations of the care label and
product and may cause personal injury or damage. make sure that pockets are empty and zips and
Before any work is carried out on the dishwasher, it buttons are done up before washing.
must be isolated from the electrical supply, by un-
lObjects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws and
plugging the power cord or removing the fuse.
other hard objects can cause serious damage to the
lThe machine is heavy, so take care when lifting it. machine. Make sure that all pockets have been emptied
Never lift the machine by gripping its control panel, before putting garments into the machine.
door, or detergent dispenser.lRemove stains such as rust, dye, ink and grass
lAvoid installing the machine in a room where there is before machine-washing.
no waste gully (floor drain) set into the floor.
lAvoid washing clothes which are frayed or exces-
lThe power cord must be plugged into an earthed sively worn.
socket, which need to be easily accessible. PermanentlWash small items such as thin socks, garment ties/laces,
installation must only be carried out by an authorized
electrician.lace items etc. in a special laundry net to prevent them
from getting between the inner and outer drums.
lIf the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
lItems which have been treated with chemicals such
by a special cord or assembly available from the as stain removal products, liquid domestic cleaning
manufacturer or its service agent.
products and similar must be rinsed thoroughly by
lMake sure that the power cord is not nipped or other-hand before they can be washed in the machine.
wise damaged and that its hoses do not get crushed lUnderwired bras, if washed in the machine at all,
or kinked when moving the machine in connection
should be washed in a laundry net.
with installation or cleaning etc.
lWhen the appliance location is on carpet floors, lUse only detergents which are intended for use in
automatic washing machines.
attention must be paid so as to ensure that there is
no obstruction to the bottom vents.lAlways follow the recommendations of the manu-
facturers of detergent and fabric conditioner concerning
lServicing and possible repairs must be carried out by
a service company authorized by the supplier. Use the quantities of these products to use. Using too much
can damage your laundry items.
only spare parts supplied by these. Never try to repair
the machine yourself.lDo not overload the drum. Overloading impairs the
machine's performance and can damage laundry items.
Child SafetylBefore opening the door always check that the water
lThe washing machine should be used by adults only. has been pumped out of the machine.
Do not allow children to play with it or touch its controls
lDo not leave the premises while the machine is
and moving/movable parts.operating.
lRemember that the plastic bags included in the lAfter using the machine, turn off its water supply and
packaging can be fatal playthings for small children.disconnect it from the power supply. When removing
lBefore loading the machine, check that there are the electrical plug, grip the plug, not the lead.
no foreign objects or pets inside the drum.lLeave the door ajar when the machine is not in use,
to prevent any stale odour.
lWhen the machine is operating, the door glass will
get hot, so it should not be touched. Keep children lMake sure that the machine is disconnected from the
away from the machine when it is operating.power supply during cleaning and maintenance work.
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