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bEfoRE USE
SAfETY INSTRUCTIoNS
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. . . ensure you connect the appliance directly to a domes-
tic mains water supply .
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. . . make sure that the plug is accessible .
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. . . keep surrounding areas free form accumulation of lint,
dust and dirt .
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. . . keep away from heat sources and direct sun light to
prevent plastic and rubber components from aging .
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. . . make sure that the power cord is not caught under or in
the appliance and avoid damage to the power cord .
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. . . ensure that the appliance is not installed behind a
lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the
opposite side to that of the appliance so that a full opening
of the appliance door is restricted .
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. . . make sure that children or infirm persons do not play
with the packing materials .
DURINg DAILY USE of THE APPLIANCE
Do NoT . . .
. . . touch or use the appliance when barefoot or with wet or
damp hands or feet .
. . . use flammable detergent or dry cleaning agent .
. . . use any flammable sprays in close vicinity to the appliance .
. . . remove or insert the plug in the presence of flammable gas .
. . . install the appliance outdoors in a damp place, or in an
area which may be prone to water leaks such as under
or near a sink unit . In the event of a water leak allow the
machine to dry naturally .
. . . place the washer dryer directly on a carpet, or close to a
wall or furniture .
. . . connect the appliance to the power supply until installa-
tion is complete .
. . . use an appliance with missing parts .
. . . dry unwashed garments in the washer dryer .
Do NoT . . .
. . . touch the washer dryer door during the washing or drying
process - it gets hot!
. . . block the ventilation openings at the base of the appli-
ance with a carpet or by covering the appliance during use .
. . . hot wash or dry foam rubber or sponge-like materials,
shower caps or waterproof textiles .
. . . open the detergent distribution drawer during the wash cycle .
. . . force the washer dryer door open . The door is fitted with
a self-lock device and will not open until 2-3 minutes after
the washing machine stops .
. . . open the washer dryer door if the water level is visibly
over the porthole .
. . . attempt to repair the appliance yourself . Contact the
manufacturer or their approved service agent .
. . . stop the washer dryer before the end of the drying cycle
unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that
the heat is dissipated .
bEfoRE SWITCHINg THE APPLIANCE oN foR THE fIRST TIME
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. . . make sure that items soiled with cooking oil, acetone,
alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine,
waxes, wax removers or similar substances have been
washed with hot water and an extra amount of detergent
before being dried .
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. . . in case the power cord is damaged, let it be replaced by
the manufacturer, his service agent or other accordingly
qualified persons .
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. . . unplug the appliance before carrying out any mainte-
nance or repair .
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. . . hold the plug and not the electric cable when unplug-
ging the power supply .
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. . . ensure that the appliance is not used by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, lack of
experience and knowledge without supervision or instruc-
tion by a person responsible for their safety .
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. . . make sure not to place heavy objects or sources of
heat or damp on top of the appliance .
