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3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Important !
The appliance must be installed by a specialised technician according to current regulations.
The washing machine is very heavy. Take care when lifting it.
3.1 UNPACKING
The inside of the machine comprises a moving assembly which is blocked for transport purposes by the screws
(
A)
located at the rear of the washing machine.
1. Release the assembly by removing these screws with a 13 mm wrench.
2. Remove the screws (
A)
and relative spacers (
B)
from the back of the washing machine.
3. To prevent water from entering the machine or people from touching live components with their fingers,
close
the four holes left open by the screws with the supplied plastic plugs (C).
Attention!
•
Do not turn the machine upside down and do not place it on its side.
•
Keep all the components used to block the drum assembly as they will be needed if you decide to move the
appliance in future.
3.2 POSITIONING AND LEVELLING
1.
Place the appliance in the
required position.
2.
Carefully level the machine
in all directions using a spirit
level and adjusting the
height of the feet if neces-
sary. After adjusting the
machine, lock the feet with
the relative lock nuts.
The water inlet and drain hoses can be turned to the right or left depending on installation requirements.
Attention!
•
Carry out this operation carefully to prevent the washing machine from vibrating, generating noise or
moving during operation.
•
If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor, ensure that the openings on its underside are not ob-
structed.
•
Make sure the washing machine does not touch walls, furniture, etc., while it is working.
