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Positioning and connecting
34
Electrical connection
:
Warning
Risk of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
■
Never touch or hold the mains plug
with wet hands.
■
Only pull out the mains cable by the
plug and never by the cable, as this
could damage it.
■
Never unplug the mains plug during
operation.
Observe the following information and
ensure that:
Notes
■
The mains voltage and voltage
indicated on the washing machine
(rating plate) are the same.
The connected load and fuse
required are specified on the rating
plate.
■
The washing machine is only
connected to an alternating current
via a properly installed earthed
socket.
■
The mains plug fits the socket.
■
The cable cross-section is adequate.
■
The earthing system is properly
installed.
■
The mains cable is only replaced by
a qualified electrician (if this is
necessary). Replacement mains
cables are available from the after-
sales service.
■
No multiple plugs/couplings or
extension cables are used.
■
If an earth-leakage circuit breaker is
used, only a type which displays this
symbol
z
is used.
Only this symbol guarantees
compliance with the currently
applicable regulations.
■
The mains plug can be accessed at
all times.
■
The mains cable is not bent,
squashed, modified, cut through, or
in contact with heat sources.
Before washing for the first
time
The washing machine was thoroughly
tested before leaving the factory. In
order to remove any water which may
be left over from the test, run the first
washing cycle
without
any laundry.
Notes
■
The washing machine
must be
correctly
installed
and
connected
(from
■
Never use a damaged machine.
Inform your after-sales service.
1.
Check the machine.
2.
Remove the protective film from the
control panel.
3.
Connect the mains plug.
4.
Turn on the water tap.
5.
Close the washing machine door (do
not load any laundry).
6.
Select the
Cottons 90 °C
programme.
7.
Open the detergent drawer.
8.
Pour approx. 1 litre of water into
compartment
II
.
9.
Pour standard detergent into
compartment
II
.
Note:
To prevent foaming, only use
half of the amount of detergent
recommended by the detergent
manufacturer. Do not use detergent
for wool or delicates.
10.
Close the detergent drawer.
11.
Press the
Start
/Reload button.
12.
Switch off the appliance at the end of
the programme.
Your washing machine is now ready to
use.
