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Safety Information and Warnings
For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all
the safety precautions listed below.
WARNING!
• If you will not be using the washing machine for a while such as when you go on holiday,
disconnect the plug from the mains supply and turn off the water supply to the washing
machine. This is particularly important if there is no drainage around the washing
machine.
• If the water supply is left on, water pressure may build up and cause a leak.
General Use
• Transit bolts are used to transport the washing machine. You should remove these using a
spanner or similar tool before you install the washing machine. If you do not, it will cause
strong vibrations when the washing machine is spinning.
• Do not install your washing machine anywhere that is damp or exposed to the weather. If
you do, it may cause an electric shock, fire, failure or deterioration.
• Do not pour water directly onto any part of the washing machine. It may cause a short
circuit or electric shock.
• Keep burning objects such as candles or cigarettes, away from the washing machine. They
may cause a fire or damage.
• Keep flammable substances well away from the washing machine – for example
kerosene, gasoline, benzene, paint thinner and alcohol, or clothing soaked with these.
They may cause an explosion or a fire.
• This washing machine is only suitable for washing textiles labelled ‘washing machine
washable’.
• CAUTION: Do not connect the washing machine to hot water. The washing machine
works with cold water only.
• Before you start using the washing machine, turn the tap on to check that the hose is
properly connected. If it’s not, there may be a water leak.
• Do not put too much laundry or detergent into the washing machine. It may cause issues
with the washing machine or laundry.
• Be careful not to get your laundry caught in the door when you close it. This could cause a
water leak or damage your laundry.
• This washing machine is for household (domestic) use only.
Power Source and Cable
• Use an independent household dedicated mains socket, rated at 10 Amp 220V to 240V
AC. If the washing machine is plugged in with other appliances, it may overheat and
cause a fire.
• Make sure the mains plug is pushed firmly into the socket. A loose connection may
overheat and cause electrical shock or a fire.
• Check the mains lead and mains plug for any damage. If the mains cable is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Unplug the mains lead when cleaning the washing machine.
• Do not touch the mains lead or mains plug with wet hands. It may cause an electric shock.
• Check the mains plug regularly for dirt. If dirt accumulates on the mains plug, it could
cause a fire. To prevent this, unplug the cable and clean the mains plug with a dry rag.
