SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED
CAUTION: Read the instructions before
using appliance.
Before using the appliance, read these safety
instructions. Keep them nearby for future
reference.
These instructions and the appliance itself provide
important safety warnings, to be observed at all
times. The manufacturer declines any liability for
failure to observe these safety instructions, for
inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect
setting of controls.
Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept
away from the appliance. Young children
(3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance
unless continuously supervised. Children from
8 years old and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge can use this appliance
only if they are supervised or have been given
instructions on safe use and understand the
hazards involved. Children must not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must
not be carried out by children without supervision.
Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step.
PERMITTED USE
CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external switching
device, such as a timer, or separate remote
controlled system.
This appliance is intended to be used in public
areas and applications such as: staff kitchen areas
in shops, offices and other working environments;
farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed &
breakfasts and other residential environments.
Do not load the machine above the maximum
capacity (kg of dry cloth) indicated in the
programme table.
Do not use the appliance outdoors.
Do not use any solvents (e.g. turpentine,
benzene), detergents containing solvents,
scouring powder, glass or general purpose
cleaners, or flammable fluids; do not machine
wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents
or flammable liquids.
INSTALLATION
The appliance must be handled and installed
by two or more persons - risk of injury. Use
protective gloves to unpack and install - risk of
cuts.
If you want to stack a dryer on top of your washing
machine, first contact our After-Sales Service or
your specialist dealer to verify whether this is
possible. This is only possible if the dryer is
attached to the washing machine by means of
appropriate stacking kit available through our
After- Sales Service or your specialist dealer.
Move the appliance without lifting it by the
worktop or top lid.
Installation, including water supply (if any) and
electrical connections and repairs must be carried
out by a qualified technician. Do not repair or
replace any part of the appliance unless specifically
stated in the user manual. Keep children away
from the installation site. After unpacking the
appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged
during transport. In the event of problems,
contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales
Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic,
styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored out of reach
of children - risk of suffocation. The appliance
must be disconnected from the power supply
before any installation operation - risk of electric
shock. During installation, make sure the appliance
does not damage the power cable - risk of fire or
electric shock. Only activate the appliance when
the installation has been completed.
In the event of failure, only original spare parts
must be used. Repairs must be carried out by our
authorised After Sales Service.
Do not install your appliance where it may be
exposed to extreme conditions, such as: poor
ventilation, temperatures below 5 °C or above
35 °C.
When installing the appliance make sure that
the four feet are stable and resting on the floor,
adjusting them as required, and check that the
appliance is perfectly to level using a spirit level.
If the appliance is being installed on wood or
“floating” floors (certain parquet and laminate
materials), secure a 60 x 60 x 3 cm (at least) sheet
of plywood to the floor then place the appliance
on top of this.
Connect the water inlet hose(s) to the water
supply in accordance with the regulations of your
local water company.
For cold fill only models: do not connect to the
hot water supply.
For models with hot fill: the hot water inlet
temperature must not exceed 60 °C.
The washing machine is fitted with transport
bolts to prevent any possible damage to the
interior during transport. Before using the
machine, it is imperative that the transport bolts
are removed. After their removal, cover the
openings with the 4 enclosed plastic caps.
After installation of the device, wait a few hours
before starting it so that it acclimates to the
environmental conditions of the room.
Make sure that the ventilation openings in the
base of your washing machine (if available on
your model) are not obstructed by a carpet or
other material.
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