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WARNINGS
YOU MUST READ THE WHOLE OF THIS
INSTRUCTION BOOK BEFORE YOU USE THE
APPLIANCE. FOLLOW THE ADVICE CAREFULLY.
KEEP THE BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IF
YOU SELL OR GIVE AWAY THE APPLIANCE,
MAKE SURE THAT THE BOOK IS PASSED TO
THE NEW OWNER.
WARNINGS
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The following warnings are provided in the
interest of overall safety. You must read them
before the appliance is installed or used.
INSTALLATION
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This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.
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All packaging and transit bolts must be removed
before the appliance is used. Serious damage
may occur if this is not done.
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Any plumbing work required to install this appli-
ance should be carried out by a qualified plumber
or competent person.
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Any electrical work required to install this applian-
ce should be carried out by a qualified electrician
or competent person.
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Make sure that the appliance does not stand on its
electrical supply cable.
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If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor,
please adjust the feet to ensure that air can
circulate freely.
USE
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Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water
after use.
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Do not overload the appliance.
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Only wash fabrics which are designed to be ma-
chine washed. If in doubt, follow the instructions
you find on the label of the item itself.
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Make sure that all pockets are empty. Hard, sharp
objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws or
stones can cause extensive damage.
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Use only the recommended quantities of fabric
conditioner.
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Do not machine wash fabrics which are saturated
with petroleum products. If volatile cleaning fluids
have been used, make sure that they are thorough-
ly removed from the fabric before it is placed in
the appliance.
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Leave the porthole door slightly ajar between
washes to preserve the door seal.
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Before you open the door of the machine check
that the water has drained. Do not open the door if
you can still see water.
SERVICE/REPAIR
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You should not attempt to repair the machine
yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced or
unqualified persons may cause injury and/or more
serious faults to the machine.
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This product should be serviced by an authorised
Service Centre only, and only genuine spare parts
should be used.
GENERAL SAFETY
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It is dangerous to modify the specifications of this
appliance in any way.
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This appliance is designed to be used by adults.
Children should not be allowed to touch the con-
trols or play with the product.
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Pets and small children may climb into washing
machines. Check your appliance each time before
use.
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The glass door becomes very hot during washing
cycle. Keep children away from the appliance
while it is in use.
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When disposing of your old washing machine, the
electric cable must be cut off and the door catch
must be made unusable.
