Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
The maximum dry laundry weight for PW 413 is 14 kg and for PW 418 is 20 kg. The
maximum recommended loads for individual programmes are given in the Programme
chart.
Before using the machine for the first time, check that the transport safety panels at the
rear of the machine have been removed (see "Installation and connection - Removing
transport safety panels"). During spinning, a transport safety panel which is still in place
may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent furniture or appliances.
Never try to open the drum door of the washing machine using force. The door can only
be opened when a corresponding message appears in the display.
Do not push the suspended drum unit while the machine is running.
When closing the door there is a danger of crushing and shearing between the door
frame and the drum opening and also at the hinges. Exercise caution as the door locks
automatically when the machine starts!
Close the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. while on holi-
day), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.
Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper clips) do not find
their way into the machine with the laundry. These may damage components of the ma-
chine (e.g. suds container, drum). Damaged components can damage the laundry.
If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine should not need to be de-
scaled. If, however, you do wish to descale it, only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling
agents and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. Special descaling agent is
available from Miele. Strictly observe the instructions for the descaling agent.
Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thor-
oughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.
Never use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing benzine in this machine.
Doing so may result in damage to component parts and create toxic fumes.
Risk of fire
and explosion!
Benzine, petrol, paraffin, or any easily flammable liquid must not be stored or used near
the machine. Do not use the machine lid as storage space.
Risk of fire and explosion!
Do not store chemicals (liquid detergents, additives) on the machine lid. They may cause
discolouration or lacquer damage. Accidently spilled chemicals should be removed imme-
diately with a wet cloth from the surface.
There is a fan outlet on the back of the machine. Under no circumstances must this be
blocked. Please observe the minimum distance on the installation diagram.
Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for use in a washing ma-
chine. Always observe the manufacturer's instructions carefully.
Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which can cause damage
such as corrosion. Do not use these products in this machine.
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