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Positioning and connecting
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Electrical connection
:
Warning
Danger of death!
There is a risk of electric shock if you
touch live components.
■
Never touch or hold the mains plug
with wet hands.
■
Only pull out the mains cable by the
plug and never by the cable, as this
could damage it.
■
Never unplug the mains plug during
operation.
Observe the following information and
ensure that:
Notes
■
The mains voltage and voltage
indicated on the washing machine
(rating plate) are the same.
The connected load and fuse
required are specified on the rating
plate.
■
The washing machine is only
connected to an alternating current
supply via a properly installed
earthed socket.
■
The mains plug fits the socket.
■
The cable cross-section is adequate.
■
The earthing system is properly
installed.
■
The mains cable is only replaced by
a qualified electrician (if this is
necessary). Replacement mains
cables are available from customer
services.
■
No multiple plugs/couplings or
extension cables are used.
■
If an earth-leakage circuit breaker is
used, only a type which displays the
z
symbol is used.
Only this symbol guarantees
compliance with the currently
applicable regulations.
■
The mains plug can be accessed at
all times.
■
The mains cable is not kinked,
squashed, altered or cut through.
■
The mains cable does not come into
contact with heat sources.
