Miele PT 8257 WP Operating And Installation Instructions page 5

Technical and electrical safety
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The dryer must be installed and tested by Miele's
Technical Service Department or an authorized dealer.
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The electrical safety of this appliance is only assured if it
is connected to a grounding system. Is is very important to
make sure that this essential safety requirement is met. If in
doubt have the house wiring system checked by a qualified
electrician. The manufacturer will not be held liable for
damage caused by a missing or improperly connected
ground wire.
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The dryer is disconnected from the power supply only
when it is unplugged or when the main breaker or the
dryer's breaker at the building's electrical service panel is
switched off.
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Unprofessional repairs may create unforeseeable risks
for the user, for which Miele assumes no liability. Repairs
should be carried out only by authorized Miele technicians
- otherwise, associated damage will not be covered by the
warranty.
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Defective components must be replaced with genuine
Miele spare parts only. Only with these parts can we
guarantee that the safety requirements of our appliances
are met.
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Do not operate the dryer in a room where cleaning
machines operate with solvents containing CFC. Vapors
from combustion turn into hydrochloric acid which
damages laundry and dryer. When operated in a separate
room, there must be no air exchange.
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Make sure the dryer is supplied with clean fresh air only,
not air containing chlorine, fluorine or other solvent vapors.
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The cool air intake opening is located on the back of the
dryer, while the exhaust air opening is located on the
cover. Never block these openings. Therefore, do not cover
the top of the dryer with any type of blankets, sheets or
boxes (see installation instructions).
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Never use or store gasoline, petroleum-based
substances or other easily flammable substances near the
machine. Fire and explosion hazard!
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The dryer needs timely and professional maintenance to
prevent performance loss, malfunctions and the risk of fire.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Use of the appliance
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The dryer is only intended for drying fabrics that
were washed with water as a cleaning agent.
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Operate the dryer only if an exhaust air duct is
connected and the room is adequately ventilated.
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The dryer may be operated only if the heat pump
module is hooked up and connected to the dryer.
Sufficient ventilation must be ensured (see the installation
instructions).
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Make sure that the heat pump is correctly connected to
the dryer without any gaps. It must not be possible to reach
between the two machines - risk of injury!
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Persons who lack physical, sensory or mental abilities,
or experience with the appliance should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a responsible person.
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Do not let children play in, on or near the dryer. Do not
let them play with the controls or operate the unit.
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Make sure that no unattended children can access the
machine. There is a potential danger that children can be
trapped in the drum. This may cause major injuries or the
death of the child.
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Do not operate the appliance if the control panel, wires
or cables are damaged.
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Do not damage, remove, or bypass any of the safety
features and controls of the dryer.
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Do not operate the dryer when housing parts have been
removed and the moving or electrical parts are exposed
and accessible.
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High temperatures occur at the window and frame of
the drum door, and the laundry is extremely hot if it is
removed too soon.
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Always make sure the drum is stationary before
reaching in to remove laundry. Never put your hand into a
drum that is still moving.
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Take care not to pinch or cut your fingers on the hinges
of the drum door or lint flap and on the maintenance cover
on the back of the dryer. Use the handles and quick
release fasteners. Beware of any potential hazardous areas
when installing the dryer and heat pump.
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The area necessary to open the drum door completely
must not be obstructed by doors or other structures.
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