06 Before use
Safety instructions
Before switching the appliance on for the first time
DO ... | DO NOT ... |
.... . ensure you connect the appliance directly to a
domestic mains water supply..
.... . make sure that the plug is accessible..
.... . keep surrounding areas free form accumulation of lint,
dust and dirt..
.... . keep away from heat sources and direct sun light to
prevent plastic and rubber components from aging..
.... . make sure that the power cord is not caught under or in
the appliance and avoid damage to the power cord..
.... . ensure that the appliance is not installed behind a
lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the appliance so that a full opening of the appliance door is restricted..
.... . make sure that children or infirm persons do not play
with the packing materials..
.... . touch or use the appliance when barefoot or with wet or
damp hands or feet..
.... . use flammable detergent or dry cleaning agent..
.... . use any flammable sprays in close vicinity to the appliance..
.... . remove or insert the plug in the presence of flammable gas..
.... . install the appliance outdoors in a damp place, or in an
area which may be prone to water leaks such as under or near a sink unit.. In the event of a water leak allow the machine to dry naturally..
.... . place the washer dryer directly on a carpet, or close to a
wall or furniture..
.... . connect the appliance to the power supply until
installation is complete..
.... . use an appliance with missing parts..
.... . dry unwashed garments in the washer dryer..
During Daily use of the appliance
DO ...
.... . make sure that items soiled with cooking oil, acetone,
alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes, wax removers or similar substances have been washed with hot water and an extra amount of detergent before being dried..
.... . in case the power cord is damaged, let it be replaced by
the manufacturer, his service agent or other accordingly qualified persons..
.... . unplug the appliance before carrying out any
maintenance or repair..
.... . hold the plug and not the electric cable when
unplugging the power supply..
.... . ensure that the appliance is not used by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, lack of experience and knowledge without supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety..
.... . make sure not to place heavy objects or sources of
heat or damp on top of the appliance..
DO NOT ...
.... . touch the washer dryer door during the washing or drying
process - it gets hot!
.... . hot wash or dry foam rubber or
shower caps or waterproof textiles..
.... . open the detergent distribution drawer during the wash cycle..
.... . force the washer dryer door open.. The door is fitted with
a
.... . open the washer dryer door if the water level is visibly
over the porthole..
.... . attempt to repair the appliance yourself.. Contact the
manufacturer or their approved service agent..
.... . stop the washer dryer before the end of the drying cycle
unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated..