Unpacking

All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance.

You are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use in case the machine is to be transported again.

Using a spanner unscrew and remove the two rear bottom screws. Slide out the two plastic pins.

Lay the machine gently on its back, making sure that the hoses are not squashed.

Set the machine upright and unscrew the remaining rear screw. Slide out the relevant pin.

Fill all the holes with the plastic plugs supplied with the instruction booklet.

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Positioning

Install the machine on a flat hard floor.

Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the machine does not touch the wall or other kitchen units.

Remove the polystyrene block from the bottom of the machine and release the two plastic bags.

Very carefully slide out the left polythene bag, removing it towards the right and then downwards.

Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor.

Your new washing machine has been designed to be

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permanently plumbed in to your home’s water supply and drainage system. However, if this is not possible, it may be connected to a suitable existing tap with the drain hose discharging into a sink.

The appliance has an inlet hose, with female 3/4” BSP thread connector. If this connection is not compatible with the plumbing of the existing installation, a variety of connectors are available from good hardware stores and plumbers merchants to suit most domestic

Repeat the operation for the right polythene bag, removing it towards the left and then upwards.

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Remove the polystyrene base.

plumbing. Any alteration to your existing plumbing must be carried out by a competent person, or qualified plumber.

Installation on a Suspended Floor

Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel, at least 15 mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws. If possible install the appliance in one of the corners of the room, where the floor is more stable.

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John Lewis JLWM1201, JLWM1402 instruction manual Unpacking, Installation on a Suspended Floor