Technical safety
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Before setting up the appliance,
check it for any external damage. Do
not install and use a damaged
appliance.
A damaged appliance may endanger
your safety! Contact the Miele Service
department.
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If the connection cable is damaged it
must be replaced by a Miele approved
service technician to protect the user
from danger.
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Safe operation of the appliance is
only assured if it has been installed and
connected in accordance with these
installation and operating instructions.
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Before plugging in the appliance,
make sure that the connection data
(voltage and frequency) indicated on
the data plate corresponds with the
electrical supply.
These data must match in order to
avoid damaging the appliance. If in
doubt, please contact a qualified
electrician.
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Do not connect the appliance to the
power supply by an extension cord or
power bar, as they do not guarantee
the required safety (risk of overheating,
for example).
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The electrical safety of this
appliance can only be guaranteed if it
is properly grounded in compliance
with all applicable local and national
safety regulations. It is very important to
ensure that this essential safety
requirement is met. If there is any doubt
about the grounding of your household
wiring, have it inspected by a qualified
electrician.
The manufacturer will not be held liable
for damages resulting from an
inadequate grounding system (e.g.
electric shock).
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Only professionals who are duly
authorized by the manufacturer may
install or perform maintenance and
repair work on this appliance.
Work performed by unqualified persons
harbors the risk of serious harm to the
user for which the manufacturer will not
be held liable.
Warning and Safety Instructions
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