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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packaging
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The packaging is 100% recyclable and is marked
with the
recycling symbol. Adhere to
current local regulations when disposing of
packaging material
2.Disposing of packaging and scrapping
old washing machines
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The washing machine is built from reusable
materials. It must be disposed of in compliance
with current local waste disposal regulations.
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Before scrapping, remove all detergent residues
and cut off the power cable so that the washing
machine is made unusable.
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This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol
on the product, or on the
documents accompanying the product, indicates
that this appliance may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment,
recovery and recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
3.Location and surroundings
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The washing machine must only be installed in
closed spaces.
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Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance.
4.General recommendations
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Never leave the washing machine connected
unnecessarily
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Turn off the tap
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Before any cleaning and maintenance work pull
out the mains plug or switch off the power supply
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Clean the outside of the washing machine with a
damp cloth. Do not use abrasive detergents
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Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step
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The appliance must not be operated by children.
Children must not be allowed to play with the
washing machine or to climb into the drum.
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If necessary, the power cable may be replaced
with an identical one obtained from our After-
Sales Service.
The power cable must only be replaced by a
qualified technician
5.EC Declaration of Conformity
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This appliance complies with the EC Directives:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive
89/336/EEC EMC Directive
93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive
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