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General safety information
Intended use
This washing machine is intended:
– exclusively for domestic use.
– for washing machine-washable fabrics and hand-washable woollens in
detergent solution.
– for operation using cold drinking water and standard detergents and
care products which are suitable for use in washing machines.
This washing machine complies with relevant safety regulations.
Hazard warnings
– Risk of electric shock.
– To remove the mains plug, only pull directly on the plug itself, not
on the plug cable.
– Never insert or pull out the plug if your hands are wet.
–
Risk of suffocation.
Keep packaging, plastic film and packing parts
out of the reach of children.
–
Danger of death.
When appliances have reached the end of their
service life, pull out the mains plug. Cut off the mains cable and remove
it with the plug. Destroy the loading door lock. Children cannot then
lock themselves in and put their life in danger.
–
Risk of poisoning.
Keep detergents and care products out of the
reach of children.
–
Risk of explosion.
After being placed in the washing machine, items
of laundry which have been pretreated with cleaning agents containing
solvent (e.g. stain remover or cleaning solvents) may cause an explo-
sion. Hand-rinse items of laundry thoroughly beforehand.
– Risk of injury.
– The loading door can become very hot.
– Exercise caution when emptying hot detergent solution.
– Do not climb onto the washing machine.
– Do not lean on the loading door when it is open.
– Do not reach into the drum if it is still turning.
Before using for the first
time
– Install the washing machine according to the installation instructions
page 23.
– Remove the transport locks and keep them in a safe place.
– Do not operate the washing machine if it shows visible signs of
damage. If you are in any doubt, please consult with the after-sales
service or your dealer.
When washing
– Remove all objects from pockets, paying particular attention to
sources of ignition (e.g. lighters, matches, etc.).
– Do not leave children unsupervised near the washing machine.
– The washing machine must not be used by children or persons who
have not been instructed in its use.
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
– Exercise caution when emptying hot detergent solution.
– The door can become very hot during operation.
To protect the washing
machine
– Do not climb onto the washing machine.
– Do not lean on the door of the washing machine when it is open.
– Do not install the washing machine in an area which is prone to frost
because hoses may burst or tear if they freeze.
– Do not transport the washing machine without the transport locks in
place.
WEEE
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This appliance is designated according to European Directive 2002/96/
EC, which governs waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
The directive provides a framework for the return and recycling of used
appliances, which is applicable across the EU.
