•Do not wash, rinse or spin water proof fabrics such as sleeping bags, raincoats, car covers etc. Washing these types of materials may lead to injury through abnormal vibration during spinning or damage may result to the washing machine, wall, floor and clothes.
•Keep hands and feet away from the bottom of the washing machine when it is in use to avoid the risk of injury.
•Do not stand on the washing machine or place weight on the washing machine. Damage to the washing machine may result and there is a risk of personal injury.
•Turn off the water supply at the tap when the washing machine is not in use to minimise the risk of damage that could arise from water leakage. Unplug the washing machine if it is not going to be used for a long period of time.
Intended use
•The washing machine must only be used domestically and for the purposes for which it was designed.
Children's safety
•Electrical products are dangerous for children. Keep children away from the washing machine when it is in use. Use child lock to prevent children from tampering with the washing machine controls.
•Store all detergents and additives in a safe place away from the reach of the children by closing the cover of the detergent container or sealing the detergent package.
•Do not allow children to play on or in the machine. if a child accidentally falls into the wash/spin tub, serious injury could occur. Close the lid when leaving the room where the machine is located.
•Keep children away from the washing machine and keep boxes or steps well away from the washing machine to prevent children from stepping up and accessing the controls, lid and wash tub of the washing machine.
Transportation of the machine
1.Unplug the machine before transporting it.
2.Remove water drain hose and water supply hose connections.
3.Drain all remaining water from the machine.
Unpacking
•Remove all packaging and dispose of it in a responsible manner. Plastic bags should be cut up to prevent children playing with them and accidentally suffocating.
•Open the washtub lid and remove all the accessories stored in the wash tub.
•Do not attempt to operate the machine while any of the packaging is still in place.
Electrical connection
•The washing machine must be earthed and the manufacturer and seller do not accept responsibility for any damage due to incorrect electrical connection.
•Connection must comply with national regulations.
•The washing machine should be plugged into a 16 Amp, 230240V~50Hz earthed 3 pin wall socket. If the current value of the fuse or breaker in the house is less than 16 Amps, have a qualified electrician install a 16 Amp fuse.
Ensure that the power plug and power cord are properly connected.
•Never touch the plug with wet hands!
•Never unplug by pulling on the cable, always pull out by grabbing the plug.
•Do not operate a damaged washing machine. Consult with your nearest DEFY service centre should you have any concerns.
•If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, after sales service or a similarly qualified person.
•Never plug the washing machine into the wall socket during installation. Death or serious injury may result.
•For safety reasons, the wall socket and the plug should be accessible after installation.
•Do not make connections via extension cables or multiplugs.
Warning: Installation and electrical connections of the machine must be carried out by an Authorized Service Agent. The Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise.
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