• After having installed the appliance, check that it is not standing on the inlet and drain
hose and the worktop is not pressing the electrical supply cable against the wall.
• If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air
to circulate freely under the appliance.
• Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after the
installation.
• If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the “dangers of
freezing” chapter.
• Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified
plumber or competent person.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than
those for which it was designed.
• Only wash and dry fabrics which are designed to be machine washed or dried. Follow the
instructions on each garment label
• Do not overload the appliance. See the Washing Programme Table.
• Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened.
Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass
before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.
• Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be
machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken to ensure that
the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in the machine.
• As some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed/dried in large commercial machines
because of their bulk, please check with the manufacturer of the item before washing in
a domestic machine.
• The users should always check that they have not left their gas lighters (disposable or
otherwise) in their clothing.
• Never tumble dry items that have had contact with chemicals such as dry cleaning fluid.
These are of a volatile nature and could cause an explosion. Only tumble dry items which
have been washed in water or require airing.
• Plastic detergent dispensers should not remain in the drum during the drying cycle, as
the plastic used is not designed to withstand the heat. If you wish to wash-through-to-
dry you should use the conventional detergent dispenser drawer.
• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold
of the plug itself.
• Never use your new appliance if the power supply cable, the control panel, the working
surface or the base are damaged so that the inside of the appliance is accessible.
Child Safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by person (including children) with reduced physi-
cal sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have
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