Electrolux EWF 6120 W User, User Manual

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32 safety information
General safety
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It is dangerous to alter the
specifications or attempt to modify
this product in any way.
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During high temperature wash
programmes the door glass may get
hot. Do not touch it!
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Make sure that small pets do not
climb into the drum. To avoid this,
please check into the drum before
using.
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Any objects such as coins, safety
pins, nails, screws, stones or any
other hard, sharp material can cause
extensive damage and must not be
placed into the machine.
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Only use the advised quantities of
fabric softener. Damage to the fabric
can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the
manufacturer’s recommendations of
quantities.
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Wash small items such as socks,
laces, washable belts etc in a
washing bag or pillow case as it is
possible for such items to slip down
between the tub and the inner drum.
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Always unplug the appliance and
turn off the water supply after use,
clean and maintenance.
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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.
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Do not use your washing machine to
wash articles with whalebones,
material without hems or torn
material.
Installation
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This appliance is heavy. Care should
be taken when moving it.
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When unpacking the appliance,
check that it is not damaged. If in
doubt, do not use it and contact the
Service Centre.
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All packing and transit bolts must be
removed before use. Serious
damage can occur to the product
and to property if this is not adhered
to. See relevant section in the user
manual.
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Any plumbing work required to install
this appliance should be carried out
by a qualified plumber or competent
person.
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Any electrical work required to install
this appliance should be carried out
by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
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Care must be taken to ensure that
the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable.
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If the machine is situated on a
carpeted floor, please adjust the feet
in order to allow air to circulate freely
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Always be sure, that there is no
water leakage from hoses and their
connections after the installation.
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After having installed the appliance,
check that it is not pressing or
standing on its electrical supply
cable, inlet hose and drain hose.
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If the appliance is installed in a
location subject to frost, please read
the “
dangers of freezing
”chapter.
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