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Safety Precautions
IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE PERSONNEL TO
CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF
WARNING!
If you will not be using the washing machine for awhile such as when you go on holiday,
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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
Do not install your washing machine anywhere that is damp or exposed to the weather.
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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.
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It may cause a short circuit or electric shock.
Keep burning objects such as candles or cigarettes, away from the washing machine.
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They may cause a fire or damage.
Keep flammable substances well away from the washing machine – for example kerosene,
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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-
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washable.
Anchor bolts are used to transport the washing machine. You should remove these using
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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 connect the washing machine to hot water.
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The washing machine works with cold water.
Before you start using the washing machine, turn the tap on to check that the hose is
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properly connected.
If it’s not, there may be a water leak.
Do not apply pesticide, hair spray or deodorant to the washing machine.
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Do not put any electrical equipment near the washing machine – for example a TV, radio
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or battery charger.
Do not put too much laundry or detergent into the washing machine.
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It may cause washing machine troubles.
Be careful not to get your laundry caught in the door when you close it.
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This could cause a water leak or damage your laundry.
Power Source and Cable
Use an independent household dedicated mains socket, fully rated at AC 220V to 240V.
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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 in the socket.
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A loose connection may overheat and cause electrical shock or a fire.
