• Always use a correctly installed
shockproof socket.
• Make sure that the parameters on the
rating plate are compatible with the
electrical ratings of the mains power
supply.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and
extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the
mains plug and to the mains cable.
Should the mains cable need to be
replaced, this must be carried out by our
Authorised Service Centre.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains
socket only at the end of the installation.
Make sure that there is access to the
mains plug after the installation.
• Do not touch the mains cable or the
mains plug with wet hands.
• Do not pull the mains cable to
disconnect the appliance. Always pull
the mains plug.
• This appliance complies with the E.E.C.
Directives.
Water connection
• Do not cause damage to the water
hoses.
• Before connection to new pipes, pipes
not used for a long time, where repair
work has been carried out or new
devices fitted (water meters, etc.), let the
water flow until it is clean and clear.
• Ensure that there are no visible water
leaks during and after the first use of the
appliance.
Use
WARNING! Risk of injury,
electrical shock, fire, burns or
damage to the appliance.
• This appliance is for household use only.
• Follow the safety instructions on the
detergent packaging.
• Do not put flammable products or items
that are wet with flammable products in,
near or on the appliance.
• Make sure that all metal objects are
removed from the laundry.
• Do not wash fabrics which are heavily
soiled with oil, grease or other greasy
substances. It can damage rubber parts
of the washing machine. Prewash such
fabrics by hand before loading them into
the washing machine.
• Do not touch the glass door while a
programme is in operation. The glass
can get hot.
Service
• To repair the appliance contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.
Disposal
WARNING! Risk of injury or
suffocation.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains
electrical and water supplies.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable close
to the appliance and dispose of it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent
children or pets from becoming trapped
in the drum.
• Dispose of the appliance in accordance
with local requirements for the disposal
of Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
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