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Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user manual.
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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. Underwired bras must NOT be machine
washed.
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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 machine.
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Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always
take hold of the plug itself.
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Never use the washing machine if the power supply cable, the control panel,
the working surface or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washing
machine is accessible.
Child Safety
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This appliance is not intended for use by person (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.
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This washing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to
children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.
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Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.
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Make sure that children or pets do not
climb into the drum. To avoid this the
machine incorporates special feature. To
activate this device, rotate the button
(without pressing it) inside the door
clockwise until the groove is horizontal.
If necessary use a coin.
To disable this
device and restore the possibility of
closing the door, rotate the button
anti-clockwise until the groove is
vertical.
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