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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
• Read the operating instructions and keep them in a safe
place.
• Installation should be carried out by quali
fi
ed ASKO
technicians.
• The machine should only be used for washing items as
described in these instructions. It is not intended for dry
cleaning.
• Use only detergent intended for machine washing!
• Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by a
quali
fi
ed professional.
• Damaged mains cables must only be replaced by a
quali
fi
ed electrician.
• The machine is not designed to be used by per-
sons (even children) that are physically or mentally
handicapped or lack experience and knowledge. Such
persons must receive instruction in how to use the
machine or be supervised by a person responsible for
their safety.
• Children must be watched to ensure they do not play
with the machine.
• In the enclosed plastic bag you will
fi
nd a tool for open-
ing the washer door in emergencies.
CHILD SAFETY
• Always close the door and start the programme immedi-
ately once you have added detergent.
• The appliance is not intended for use by young children
or in
fi
rm persons without supervision.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the reach of
children!
CAUTION!
If this appliance is supplied from a cord extensions
set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord
extension ser or electrical portable outlet device must
be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or
ingress of moisture.
Activate Child-safe start (button lock)
You can activate the Child-safe start option (button lock) to
prevent children from starting the washing machine (see
the Settings section).
Activate child safety catch (for detergent
compartment)
On the inside of the detergent compartment is a child
safety catch.
Activated child
safety catch
Inactivated child safety
catch
When the child safety catch is activated you must press
the release button to pull out the detergent compartment.
INSTALLATION
• Carry out the installation and connections in accord-
ance with the separate installation instructions.
• Installation of water and electricity, if required, must be
carried out by a quali
fi
ed tradesperson.
• Remove any transport protection devices before using
the machine. See the separate installation instructions.
OVERFLOW GUARD FUNCTION
If the water level in the machine rises above normal, the
over
fl
ow guard function begins to pump water out and
shuts o
ff
the water intake. If the water level has not dropped
within 60 seconds, the programme is terminated.
TRANSPORT/WINTER STORAGE
If the machine is to be transported or stored in unheated
premises where the temperature can fall below freezing,
do as follows:
• Shut
o
ff
the water to the washing machine, loosen the
supply hose to the intake valve and let the water run out
from the valve and hose.
PACKING MATERIAL
Sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines.
RECYCLING
• This dishwasher is manufactured and labelled for recy-
cling. In order to prevent injuries, the machine must be
rendered unusable once the decision has been made to
dispose of it. Contact your local authority for information
about where and how your machine can be correctly
recycled.
