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1.6 Safe Installation
Follow the safety instructions when installing the appli-
ance.
WARNING
Incorrect installation is dangerous.
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Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance
with the specifications on the rating plate.
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Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternat-
ing current only via a correctly installed socket outlet
with grounding.
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The protective conductor system of the domestic elec-
trical installation must be properly installed. The instal-
lation must have a sufficiently large cable cross-section.
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When using a residual current circuit breaker, only use
a type with the
mark.
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Never equip the appliance with an external switching
device, e.g. a timer or remote control.
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When the appliance is installed, the power plug of the
power cord must be freely accessible. If free access is
not possible, an all-pole isolating switch must be inte-
grated in the permanent electrical installation according
to the installation regulations.
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When installing the appliance, check that the power
cord is not trapped or damaged.
If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, that can be
dangerous.
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Never let the power cord come into contact with hot ap-
pliance parts or heat sources.
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Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp
points or edges.
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Never kink, crush or modify the power cord.
WARNING
It is dangerous to use an extended power cord and non-
approved adapters.
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Do not use extension cords or multiple socket strips.
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If the power cord is too short, contact customer service.
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Only use adapters approved by the manufacturer.
WARNING
The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when
lifted.
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Do not lift the appliance on your own.
If this appliance is not correctly installed in a washer-dryer
stack, the installed appliance may fall.
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Only stack the dryer on a washing machine using the
connection kit from the dryer manufacturer . No other
installation method is permitted.
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Do not install the appliance in a washer-dryer stack if
the dryer manufacturer does not offer a suitable con-
nection kit.
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Do not install appliances from different manufacturers
and with varying depths and widths in a washer-dryer
stack.
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Do not install a washer-dryer stack on a platform; the
appliances may tip over.
CAUTION
The appliance may vibrate or move when in use.
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Place the appliance on a clean, even, solid surface.
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Align the appliance using the appliance feet and a spirit
level.
If hoses and power cords have been laid incorrectly, this
causes a tripping hazard.
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Lay hoses and power cords in such a way that there is
no risk of tripping.
If the appliance is moved by holding onto protruding com-
ponents, such as the appliance door, the parts may break
off.
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Do not move the appliance by holding onto protruding
parts.
CAUTION
Touching sharp edges on the appliance may lead to cuts.
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Do not touch the sharp edges on the appliance.
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Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting
the appliance.
NOTICE:
The installation instructions are aimed at qualified install-
ers. In addition to these instructions, the installation must
comply with the following points.
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for the United States: National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA70 and the latest editions of the state and munici-
pal and/or local regulations.
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for Canada: Canadian Electrical Code C22.1 and the
latest editions of the provincial, municipal and/or local
regulations.
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