14
GB
Installation
!
This instruction manual should be kept in a safe
place for future reference. If the washing machine
is sold, transferred or moved, make sure that the
instruction manual remains with the machine so
that the new owner is able to familiarise himself/
herself with its operation and features.
!
Read these instructions carefully: they contain
vital information relating to the safe installation
and operation of the appliance.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging.
2. Make sure that the washing machine has not
been damaged during the transportation process.
If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do
not proceed any further with the installation process.
3. Remove the
4
pro-
tective screws (used
during transportation)
and the rubber washer
with the corresponding
spacer, located on the
rear part of the applian-
ce (
see figure
).
4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs
provided.
5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need
them again if the washing machine needs to be
moved to another location.
!
Packaging materials should not be used as
toys for children.
Levelling
1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy
floor, without resting it up against walls, furniture
cabinets or anything else.
2. If the floor is not per-
fectly level, compensa-
te for any unevenness
by tightening or loo-
sening the adjustable
front feet (
see figure
);
the angle of inclination,
measured in relation to
the worktop, must not
exceed 2°.
Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with
stability, help to avoid vibrations and excessive
noise and prevent it from shifting while it is ope-
rating. If it is placed on carpet or a rug, adjust the
feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient venti-
lation space underneath the washing machine.
Connecting the electricity and wa-
ter supplies
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Connect the supply
pipe by screwing it to
a cold water tap using
a ¾ gas threaded con-
nection
(see figure).
Before performing the
connection, allow the
water to run freely until
it is perfectly clear.
2. Connect the inlet
hose to the washing
machine by screwing
it onto the correspon-
ding water inlet of the
appliance, which is si-
tuated on the top right-
hand side of the rear
part of the appliance
(see figure)
.
3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over
or bent.
!
The water pressure at the tap must fall within
the values indicated in the Technical details table
(see next page).
!
If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a
specialised shop or an authorised technician.
!
Never use second-hand hoses.
!
Use the ones supplied with the machine.
