6Safety information
Instruction booklet
Safety information
Prior to using for the first time
•The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
•It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
•Before first starting up, check the machine for any damage incurred during transport. Never install a damaged machine. If parts are damaged, contact your supplier.
•If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus temperatures: Store the washing machine at room temperature for 24 hours before using for the first time.
General safety
•It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.
•During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do not touch it!
•Make sure that small pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please check into the drum before using.
•Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine.
•Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you
•Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum.