14
GB
Installation
!
This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for
future reference. If the washing machine is sold, transferred
or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains
with the machine so that the new owner is able to familiari-
se himself/herself with its operation and features.
!
Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital infor-
mation relating to the safe installation and operation of the
appliance.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging.
2. Make sure that the washing machine has not been
damaged during the transportation process. If it has been
damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any
further with the installation process.
3. Remove the
3
protective
screws (used during tran-
sportation) and the rubber
washer with the correspon-
ding spacer, located on the
rear part of the appliance
(
see figure
).
4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs provided.
5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need them
again if the washing machine needs to be moved to ano-
ther location.
!
Packaging materials should not be used as toys for
children.
Levelling
1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without
resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets or anything
else.
2. If the floor is not perfectly
level, compensate for any
unevenness by tightening
or loosening the adjustable
front feet (
see figure
); the an-
gle of inclination, measured
in relation to the worktop,
must not exceed 2°.
Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability,
help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it
from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or
a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient
ventilation space underneath the washing machine.
Connecting the electricity and water
supplies
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Connect the supply pipe to
the water mains using a gas
3/4 attachment, fitting the fil-
ter supplied with the applian-
ce and ensuring that they are
fimly tightened to the taps.
The water supply marked
C
must be connected to the
cold water tap; the pipe mar-
ked
H
must be connected to
the hot water tap. Both pipes
may be connected to the cold water tap using the special
Y
connection with multiple attachments, supplied with the
appliance
(see figure)
.
Before making the connection, allow the water to run freely
until it is perfectly clear.
Warning
:
clean the filters regularly by rinsing it under
running water.
2. Connect the other end of
the water inlet hose to the
washing machine,
screwing it onto the ap-
pliance’s cold water inlet,
situated on the top right-
hand side on the rear of the
appliance
(see figure)
.
3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.
!
The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values
indicated in the Technical details table
(see next page).
!
If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialised
shop or an authorised technician.
!
Never use second-hand hoses.
!
Use the ones supplied with the machine.
