Child Safety
•Packaging materials (e.g. films, styrofoam) can be dangerous for chil- dren. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging well away from children.
•This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance.
•Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines. Please check the drum before use.
•When disposing of the appliance, cut off the mains cable, and destroy the plug. Disable the door lock to prevent young children being trapped inside.
General Safety
•Repairs to the washing machine must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
•Never operate the washing machine if the mains cable is damaged or the control panel, work top or base area are damaged allowing inter- nal components to be accessible.
•Switch off the appliance and isolate from the mains supply before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance work.
•If operation is stopped, disconnect the appliance from the mains supply and shut off the tap.
•Do not use the mains cable to pull the plug out of the socket.
•Adapters and extension cables must not be used. There is a danger of overheating!
•Do not clean the washing machine with a water jet. There is a danger of electrical shock!
•During high temperature wash programmes, the glass of the door may become hot. Do not touch!
•Allow the water to cool down before cleaning the drain pump, carry- ing out emergency emptying or opening the door in an emergency.
•Small animals/pets can chew on power cables and water hoses. This can cause the danger of an electrical shock to the animal and water damage to the appliance and property. Keep small animals away from the appliance.
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