Zanussi ZWF 1840 W - Manual (Page 4)

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Operating Instructions
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Safety
Prior to using the appliance for the
first time
• Follow the “Installation and connection instruc-
tions”.
• If the appliance is delivered in the winter months
when there are minus temperatures: store the
washing machine at room temperature for
24 hours before using for the first time.
Correct use
• The washing machine is only designed for the
washing of normal domestic laundry at home.
• Additions or modifications to the washing machine
are not permitted.
• Only use detergents/conditioners that are suitable
for use in domestic washing machines.
• The washing must not contain any flammable sol-
vent. The risk of explosion exists.
• Do not use the washing machine for dry cleaning.
• Dyes/colour removers may only be used in the
washing machine, if the manufacturer of these
products expressly permits this. We cannot accept
liability for any damage arising.
Child safety
• Keep packaging away from children. There is a risk
of suffocation.
• Children often do not recognise the hazards asso-
ciated with electrical appliances. Don’t allow chil-
dren to use the washing machine unsupervised.
• Make sure that children and pets don’t climb into
the drum of the washing machine. The risk of
death exists.
General safety
• Repairs to the washing machine may only be car-
ried out by qualified/authorised service engineers.
• Never use the appliance when the electrical cable
is damaged or the control panel, worktop or plinth
area are damaged to such an extent that the inside
of the appliance is openly accessible.
• Switch off the washing machine prior to cleaning it
and carrying out maintenance. In addition, remove
the power plug from the power point or – if the ap-
pliance has been hard-wired – switch off the cut-
out in the fuse box or completely remove the fuse.
• If operation is stopped, disconnect the appliance
from the mains supply and turn off the tap.
• Never remove the power plug from the power point
by pulling on the cable. Always pull the plug.
• Multiway-plugs, connectors and extension cables
must not be used. Resulting overheating may
constitute a fire hazard.
• Never wash the washing machine down with a wa-
ter jet. Danger of electric shock.
• When using wash programmes with high tempera-
tures the glass in the door will become hot. Do not
touch it!
• Before emergency emptying of the appliance, be-
fore cleaning the drain pump or opening the door
in an emergency, let the water cool down.
• Small animals can nibble on electrical cables and
water hoses. This can constitute a risk of electro-
cution and water damage. Keep small animals
away from the washing machine.