Miele PW 5065 Operating Manual page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to the power
supply. Extension cords do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
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Ensure power is not supplied to the
appliance while maintenance or repair
work is being performed. The machine
is only completely isolated from the
electrical supply when it is turned off at
the main switch and the plug is pulled
or by tripping the circuit breaker.
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Connect the washer, to the water
supply. Do not use old hoses. Inspect
the intake hoses regularly for damage.
They should be replaced as needed to
prevent water damage.
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Faulty components must only be
replaced with genuine Miele spare
parts to maintain safety standards.
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If the power cord is damaged it
must only be replaced by a Miele Ser-
vice technician with a genuine Miele
power cord.
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Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance - if it will not fit into
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
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Do not install or use a washer with
visible damage.
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Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in
these operating instructions.
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This appliance is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as recreational
vehicles or aircraft. However, under
certain conditions it may be possible for
installation in these applications. Please
contact the Miele Technical Service
Department with specific requirements.
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Do not install this machine in rooms
where temperatures below freezing
may occur. Frozen hoses may burst
under pressure. The reliability of the
electronic control unit may be impaired
at temperatures below freezing.
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Do not install or store this appliance
where it will be exposed to the weather.
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Under certain conditions, hydrogen
gas may be produced in a hot water
system that has not been used for 2
weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has
not been used for such a period, turn
on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several
minutes before using the washing
machine. This will release any built-up
hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an
open flame during this time, the gas is
flammable.
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Overflow hazard!
Check that the drain can accommodate
the water flow before operating the
washer.
Make certain the drain hose is secured
in the drain, otherwise the force of the
expelled water could cause the drain
hose to come out of the drain.