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CAUTION
The appliance may tip over if you sit on or lean against the
open door.
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Do not sit on or lean against the appliance door.
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Do not place any objects on the appliance door.
Reaching into the drum while it is still turning may cause
hand injuries.
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Do not reach into the drum if it is still turning.
The covering plate may break if you stand on or climb
onto the appliance.
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Do not stand on or climb onto the appliance.
CAUTION
When you wash at high temperatures, the detergent solu-
tion becomes hot.
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Do not touch the hot detergent solution.
NOTICE:
All water inlet hoses must be fitted with valves to prevent
water damage in the event of a leak.
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The appliance must be fitted with valves to shut off the
water supply; these must be accessible at all times.
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Close the valves to shut off the water supply if the ap-
pliance is not in use, or if the appliance is not intended
to be used for extended periods (such as vacations).
Over time, the hose connections may stretch.
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Check the hose connections on a regular basis to en-
sure they are firmly connected and not leaking.
Shutting off the water and power
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The user is strongly advised to become familiar with the
procedures for shutting off both the water supply and
the power supply. You can find further information in
the installation instructions, or contact your installer.
1.8 Safe cleaning and maintenance
WARNING
Improper repairs may cause an electric shock.
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Do not repair or replace any components of the appli-
ance unless this is explicitly described or recommended
in the maintenance or repair instructions. You must un-
derstand these maintenance or repair instructions and
have the expertise to carry out the repairs properly.
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Only original spare parts may be used to repair the ap-
pliance.
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If the power cord of this appliance becomes damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufac-
turer's Customer Service, or an authorized service
provider in order to prevent injury.
Moisture intrusion may cause an electric shock.
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Do not use steam cleaners, high-pressure cleaners,
hoses or sprays to clean the appliance.
WARNING
The use of non-original spare parts and non-original ac-
cessories is dangerous.
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Only use the manufacturer's original spare parts and
original accessories.
WARNING
Poisonous fumes may be given off if you use cleaning
agents that contain solvents.
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Do not use cleaning agents that contain solvents.
1.9 State of California Proposition 65
Warnings
This product may contain a chemical known to the State
of California, which can cause cancer or reproductive
harm. Therefore, the packaging of your product may bear
the following label as required by California:
1.10 Risks for children
Observe the following information to reduce the risks to
children when operating the appliance.
WARNING
Children may pull packaging material over their heads, or
wrap themselves up in it and suffocate.
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Keep packaging material away from children.
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Do not allow children to play with packaging material.
WARNING
Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby
putting their lives at risk.
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Do not install the appliance behind a door as this may
obstruct the appliance door or prevent it from opening.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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