Electrolux DV430FHM-NN1, User Manual

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It is dangerous to alter the specifica-
tions or attempt to modify this product
in any way.
Make sure that small pets do not climb
into the washbowl. To avoid this, please
check into the washbowl before using
the appliance.
Only use the advised quantities of fabric
softener and detergent. Damage to the
fabric can ensue if you overfill. Refer to
the manufacturer’s recommendations of
quantities.
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Wash small items such as socks,
laces, washable belts etc in a washing
bag or pillowcase as it is possible for
such items to slip down between the
tub and the agitator.
Do not use your washing machine to
wash articles with whale bones,
material without hems or torn material.
Always unplug the appliance and turn
off the water supply after use, clean
and maintenance.
Under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced
persons may cause injury or serious
malfunctioning. Contact your local
Service Centre. Always insist on
genuine spare parts.
Any objects such as coins, safety pins,
nails, screws, hairpin, toothpick, stones
or any other hard, sharp material can
cause extensive damage and must not
be placed into the machine.
When unpacking the appliance, check
that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do
not use it and contact the Service
Centre.
After having installed the appliance,
check that it is not standing on the inlet
and drain hose.
The appliance should not be installed
in a humid place. The machine should
be installed indoors without touch
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the rain.
If the machine is situated on a carpeted
floor, please adjust the feet in order to
allow air to circulate freely.
Always be sure that there is no water
leakage from hoses and their connec-
tions after the installation.
Any plumbing work required to install
this appliance should be carried out by
a qualified plumber.
Any electrical work required to install
this appliance should be carried out by
a qualified electrician.
If the supply cord is damaged,
should the appliance power supply
cable need to be replaced, this shall
be carried out by our Service Centre.
This appliance is designed for domestic
use. It must not be used for purposes
other than those for which it was
designed.
Make sure that the drainage is working
properly.
Only wash fabrics which are designed
to be machine washed. Follow the
instructions on each garment label.
Do not overload the appliance. See the
relevant section in the user manual.
Before washing, ensure that all pockets
are empty and buttons and zips are
fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn
articles and treat stains such as paint,
ink, rust, and grass before washing.
Garments which have been in contact
with volatile petroleum products should
not be machine washed. If volatile
cleaning fluids are used, care should be
taken to ensure that the fluid is
removed from the garment before
placing
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in the machine.
Never pull the power supply cable to
remove the plug from the socket,
always take hold of the plug itself.
Never use the Top-load Washing
Machine if the power supply cable, the
control panel, the working surface or
the base are damaged so that the
inside of the Top-load Washing
Machine is accessible.
Components in the machine
are designed to be used with
water not hotter than 60 °C.
Water pressures between minimum
50kPa and maximum 800kPa are
acceptable.
Do not touch the power plug
while your hand is still wet.
Do not put your hand, foot, or
anything under the washing
machine while the machine is
operated.
May cause electric shock! if the
machine is not connected to an
earthed/ground system. DO NOT
touch the wet clothes and metal
parts.
For safety reasons do not use
double adaptors, extension cords
and multi-plug adapters.
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