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