Hitachi BD-W75SAE, Operating & Installation Instructions Manual

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 3WPL079591-2

 Power source 

and cable

 General safety

 Installation

Safety Instructions

Before operating the washing machine, please read these safety instructions carefully. 

 Warning

Issues which could cause death or serious injury

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Do not dismantle, repair or modify the appliance.

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This could cause malfunction, 

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For repair, please contact your local service center.

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Do not put 

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machine (gas, diesel, petrol, thinner, alcohol or clothes stained with these 

substances).

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This could cause an explosion or 

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Do not pour water on the machine when it is running.

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This could cause an electric shock.

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Do not climb on the washing machine.

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This may cause injury.

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Do not put heavy objects on the washing machine.

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This may damage the surface of the worktop.

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It is a malfunction if the drum is still rotating when the door is open. In this 

case never touch the drum nor laundry inside and stop using the washing 

machine immediately, and contact your local service center for repair.

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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with 

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and 

knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction on how 

to use the appliance safely.

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The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturer’s 

dealer or service agent.

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If the installation, test run and inspection of the appliance are not carried 

out following the installation method outlined in these instructions, the 

manufacturer is not liable for any accident or damage caused.

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Do not install in a damp place such as a bathroom or a place exposed to rain.

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Risk of 

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Do not install on a board with castors or an unstable surface.

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This may cause injury or malfunction due to abnormal vibration.

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Do not use a plug adapter to convert 3 pins to 2 pins.

(The washing machine must be grounded)

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This could cause an electric shock.

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The opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when the washing 

machine is installed on a carpet 

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If the washing machine is to be connected to the water mains, please use 

new water supply hose.

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Do not insert the plug with a wet hand.

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This could cause an electric shock.

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Use the rated mains voltage and do not connect another plug at the same 

socket.

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Using the washing machine plug together with other electrical systems 

may cause overheating in the plug and result in 

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When removing the worktop to install the washing machine under a counter, 

use a separately sold upper plate. (Part No. BD-W80MV 150)

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Clean off all the dust on the plug.

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A dirty or dusty plug may cause a 

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Do not use an electric socket or connection which is damaged or loose.

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This could cause an electric shock or a short circuit which may start 

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Do not mark, cut, modify, bend or fold the power cable.

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A damaged power cable could cause 

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 re or an electric shock.

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Do not use a mains plug adaptor or an extension cable.

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This could cause overheating which may cause a 

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If the power supply plug is damaged, it must only be replaced by the 

authorized service agent or repairing shops appointed by the manufacturer 

in order to avoid a hazard.