Operating instructions
Safety of children
•Packaging materials (e.g. sheet and Styrofoam) can be dangerous for children. Danger of asphyxiation! Keep packaging materials at a safe distance from children.
•Children are often unable to recognise the dangers involved with electrical appliances. Provide for proper supervision during operation, and do not allow children to play with the washing machine – the danger exists that a child might lock itself into the appliance.
•Make certain that children or small animals do not climb into the drum of the washing machine.
•If the washing machine needs to be disposed of, remove the mains plug, destroy the door lock, cut off the electrical cable and dispose of the plug and remaining cable separately. In this way children are pre- vented from locking themselves in and are not exposed life threate- ning danger.
General Safety
•Repairs to the washing machine may only be carried out by trained personnel. Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards. If repairs are required, contact customer service or your dealer.
•Never use the washing machine if the mains cable is damaged or the control panel, the work surface, or the plinth are damaged to such an extent that components inside the machine are openly accessible.
•Switch off the washing machine before cleaning, maintenance and servicing. In addition, unplug from the mains or – in the case of per- manent connection – pull the circuit breaker, or completely remove screw type fuses.
•Never remove the mains plug by pulling on the cable. Always grip the plug.
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This could constitute a safety hazard!
•Do not clean the washing machine with a jet of water. There is a risk of electric shock!
•When high temperature washing programs are selected, the glass in the door becomes hot. Do not touch!
•Leave the water in the machine to cool down before performing an emergency drain or cleaning the circulation pump.
•Small animals may gnaw at electrical power cables and water hoses. There is a risk of electric shock and damage from water leaks! Keep small animals away from the washing machine.
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