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Installation
• When unpacking the appliance, check it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use the appliance and
contact the Service Centre.
• All internal packaging must be removed before
using the appliance. Serious damage may be
caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if
protective transit devices are not completely
removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the
instruction book.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance
must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
• Any plumbing work required to install this
appliance must be carried out by a qualified
plumber.
• After having installed the machine, check that it is
not standing on its electrical supply cable.
• If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor,
ensure that air can circulate freely between the
feet and the floor.
• The appliance incorporates backflow protection
complying with AS/NZS 3500.1.2.
No further backflow protection is required for
connection to the water supply.
Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It
must not be used for purposes other than those for
which it was designed.
• Only wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. Follow the instructions on each
garment label.
• Do not overload the appliance. Follow the
instructions in the instruction book.
• Make sure that all pockets are empty. Objects such
as coins, safety pins, pins and screws can cause
extensive damage.
• Do not machine wash garments saturated with
petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc.
If such fluids have been used to remove stains
prior to washing, wait until they have completely
evaporated from the fabric before placing
garments in the washing machine.
Warnings
• Place small items such as socks, belts etc in a
cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent trapping
between the drum and the tub.
• Use only the recommended dosage of fabric
softener. Excessive amounts could damage the
garments.
• Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the
appliance is not in use. This preserves the door
seal and prevents the formation of musty smells.
• Always check the water has drained before
opening the door. If not, drain the water following
the instructions in the instruction book.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn the water
tap off after use.
General safety
• Repairs to the machine must be carried out by a
qualified technician. Repairs carried out by
inexperience tradesmen, could cause serious
danger. Contact your local Service Centre.
• Never pull the power supply cable when removing
the plug from the socket; always take hold of the
plug.
• During high temperature wash programs the door
glass may get hot. Do not touch it!
Child safety
• This washing machine is not intended for use by
young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
• Young children should be supervised at all times,
ensuring they do not play with the appliance.
• Packaging components (e.g. plastic film,
polystyrene) can cause suffocation, and can be
dangerous to children. Keep them out of children's
reach.
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s
reach.
• When discarding the appliance, cut the electrical
supply cable and destroy the plug with the
remaining cable. Disable the door catch in order to
prevent young children from becoming trapped
inside the machine while playing.
The following warnings are provides in the interest of overall safety. You must read them carefully before
installing or using the appliance.
Dear customer,
Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated
below. We recommend that you keep this instruction manual for future reference and pass it on to future
owners.
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