Safety Instructions
Before operating the washing machine, please read these safety instructions carefully.
Warning
General safety
Installation
Power source and cable
Issues which could cause death or serious injury
■Do not dismantle, repair or modify the appliance.
This could cause malfunction, fire, electric shock or injury.
For repair, please contact your local service center.
■Do not put fire sources or anything inflammable in or near the washing machine (gas, diesel, petrol, thinner, alcohol or clothes stained with these substances).
This could cause an explosion or fire.
■Do not pour water on the machine when it is running.
This could cause an electric shock.
■Do not climb on the washing machine.
This may cause injury.
■Do not put heavy objects on the washing machine.
This may damage the surface of the worktop.
■It is a malfunction if the drum is still rotating when the door is open. In this case never touch the drum nor laundry inside and stop using the washing machine immediately, and contact your local service center for repair.
■This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction on how to use the appliance safely.
■The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturer’s dealer or service agent.
If the installation, test run and inspection of the appliance are not carried out following the installation method outlined in these instructions, the manufacturer is not liable for any accident or damage caused.
■Do not install in a damp place such as a bathroom or a place exposed to rain.
Risk of fire, electric shock, current leakage or product damage.
■Do not install on a board with castors or an unstable surface.
This may cause injury or malfunction due to abnormal vibration.
■Do not use a plug adapter to convert 3 pins to 2 pins. (The washing machine must be grounded)
This could cause an electric shock.
■The opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when the washing machine is installed on a carpet floor.
■If the washing machine is to be connected to the water mains, please use new water supply hose.
■Do not insert the plug with a wet hand.
This could cause an electric shock.
■Use the rated mains voltage and do not connect another plug at the same socket.
Using the washing machine plug together with other electrical systems may cause overheating in the plug and result in fire.
■When removing the worktop to install the washing machine under a counter, use a separately sold upper plate. (Part No.
■Clean off all the dust on the plug.
A dirty or dusty plug may cause a fire.
■Do not use an electric socket or connection which is damaged or loose.
This could cause an electric shock or a short circuit which may start fire.
■Do not mark, cut, modify, bend or fold the power cable.
A damaged power cable could cause fire or an electric shock.
■Do not use a mains plug adaptor or an extension cable.
This could cause overheating which may cause a fire.
■If the power supply plug is damaged, it must only be replaced by the authorized service agent or repairing shops appointed by the manufacturer in order to avoid a hazard.
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