Operating Instructions
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Child Safety•Packaging materials (e.g. films, styrofoam) can be dangerous for chil-
dren. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging well away from
children.
•This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow
children to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance.
•Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines.
Please check the drum before use.
•When disposing of the appliance, cut off the mains cable, and destroy
the plug. Disable the door lock to prevent young children being
trapped inside.
General Safety•Repairs to washing machines must only be carried out by qualified
personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause
injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service
Force Centre.
•Never operate the washing machine if the mains cable is damaged or
the control panel, work top or base area are damaged allowing inter-
nal components to be accessible.
•Switch off the appliance and isolate from the mains supply before
carrying out any cleaning or maintenance work.
•Do not use the mains cable to remove the plug from the socket. Al-
ways pull the plug itself.
•Adapters and extension cables must not be used. There is a danger
of overheating!
•Do not clean the washing machine with a water jet. There is a danger
of electric shock!
•During high temperature wash programmes the glass of the door may
become hot. Do not touch!
•Allow the water to cool down before cleaning the drain pump, carry-
ing out emergency emptying or opening the door in an emergency.
•Small animals/pets can chew on power cables and water hoses. This
can lead to the risk of electric shock and water damage to the appli-
ance and property. Keep small animals away from the appliance.