Instruction for Use

6
FIRST WASH CYCLE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packaging
•
The packaging is 100% recyclable and is marked
with the recycling symbol . Adhere to
current local regulations when disposing of
packaging material.
2.Disposing of packaging and old
appliances
•
The washing machine is built from reusable
materials. The washing machine must be
disposed of in compliance with current local
waste disposal regulations.
•
Before scrapping, pull out the mains plug and cut
off the power cable so that the washing machine
becomes unusable.
•
The detergent residues should also be removed
from the detergent dispenser, the drum, the
water drain hose and pump before the washing
machine is scrapped. The detergent residues
might otherwise get into the groundwater during
the disposal process and contaminate it.
3.Child safety
•
The appliance must not be operated by children.
Children must not be allowed to play with the
washing machine, to climb into the drum, to
handle the pedestal drawer or its content.
4.Safety Instructions
•
No other appliances are to be placed on the
washing machine worktop (e.g. tumble dryer,
water heater etc.).
5.General recommendations
•
Never leave the appliance switched on
unnecessarily. Turn off the tap.
•
Before any cleaning and maintenance pull out the
mains plug or switch off the power supply.
•
To clean the outside of the washing machine, use
a neutral detergent and a damp cloth.
•
Do not use abrasive detergents.
•
Never force the door open.
•
If necessary, the power cable may be replaced
with an identical one obtained from our After-
Sales Service. The power cable must only be
replaced by a qualified technician.
6.EC Declaration of Conformity
•
This washing machine has been designed,
constructed and distributed in compliance with
EC safety requirements:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive
89/336/EEC EMC Directive
93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive
We recommend that the first wash cycle be made without laundry.
This will remove any residual water used by the manufacturer in testing your washing machine.
1.
Turn on the tap.
2.
Close the appliance door.
3.
Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent dispenser .
4.
Select a short wash programme (see programme chart).
5.
Press the
“Start/Pause”
button.
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