appliance to drain incorrectly. Remove the non-return
valve.
Make sure that the water couplings are tight to prevent
water leakage.
Caution! Ensure that hoses are not crushed or
kinked under or behind the appliance.
Caution! Once connected the inlet hose to the
water tap, turn the tap on and check that there
are no leaks.
Electrical connection
Warning! Safety standards require the appliance
to be earthed.
Prior to using the appliance for the first time, ensure
that the rated voltage and type of supply on the rating
plate match that of the supply where the appliance is
to be installed.
The fuse rating is also to be found on the rating plate.
Always plug the mains plug onto a correctly installed
approved socket.
Do not use multi-ways plugs, connectors and extension
cables. This can constitute a fire hazard through
overheating.
If necessary, have the domestic wiring system socket
replaced. If the mains cable has to be replaced, contact
your local Customer Care centre.
The mains plug must be accessible after the appliance
has been installed.
Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the cable.
Always pull the plug.
Test the appliance. Run a quick washing program and
ensure that the appliance fills with water, washes and
drains with no leaks.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for failure to
observe the above safety precautions.
Environment concerns
The packaging materials are environmentally friendly
and can be recycled. The plastic components are iden-
tified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Discard the
packaging materials in the applicable container at the
community waste disposal facilities.
Warning! To discard the appliance, follow the
procedure:
• Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
• Cut off the mains cable and mains plug and discard
them.
• Discard the door catch. This prevents children clos-
ing themselves inside the appliance and endanger-
ing their lives.
Old appliance
Make sure that the appliance goes to the applicable
collection point for recycling.
Make sure that this appliance is discarded correctly.
Inappropriate waste discard of the appliance causes
negative consequences for the environment and hu-
man health.
For more information about the recycling of this appli-
ance, contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you pur-
chased the appliance.
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