2 installation / use / child safety
electrolux front loading washing machine
• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not
be used for different purposes.
• Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine
washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label.
• Do not overload the appliance. See “Program Table”.
• 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. Bras should not be machine
washed unless a delicates bag is used.
• 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 in the appliance.
• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug
from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.
• Never use the appliance if the power supply cable,
the control panel, the working surface or the base are
damaged so that the inside of the appliance is accessible.
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
• When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the
Service Centre.
• 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 page 14 in this user manual.
• After having installed the appliance, check that it is not
standing on the inlet and drain hose and the worktop is
not pressing the electrical supply cable against the wall.
• If the appliance 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 connections after the installation.
• If the machine is installed in a location subject to frost,
please read the “dangers of freezing” chapter.
• Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should
be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance should
be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• This appliance is not intended for use by people
(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.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene)
can be dangerous to children – danger of suffocation!
Keep them out of children’s reach.
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.
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