General safety
•Repairs to the washing machine must only be carried out by qualified service engineers.
•Never use the washing machine if the mains cable is damaged; or if the control panel, work top or plinth area is damaged such that the inside of the appliance is freely accessible.
•Switch off the washing machine before cleaning, maintenance and servicing. In addition, pull the mains plug out of the socket or – in the case of a permanent connection – switch off the
•If operation is stopped, disconnect the appliance from the mains sup- ply and shut off the water tap.
•Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the cable. Always pull the plug.
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This could constitute a fire hazard through overheating.
•Never wash the washing machine down with a water jet. Danger of electric shock!
•In washing programmes with high temperatures the glass in the door gets hot. Do not touch it.
•Before emergency emptying of the appliance, before cleaning the drain pump or opening the door in an emergency, let the water cool down.
•Small animals can nibble at the cables and water hoses. Danger of electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away from the washing machine.
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