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Secure installation
Humidity in the drum is caused
Note:
by the final inspecton.
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Warning
Risk of injury!
The washing machine is heavy –
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caution: take care when lifting it.
If the washing machine is lifted up
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using protruding components
(e.g. the washing machine door), the
components may break off and
cause injuries.
Do not lift the washing machine
using its protruding components.
Caution!
Risk of tripping!
If the hoses and power cord are not
installed correctly, there is a risk of
tripping and injury.
When laying hoses and cables, ensure
they do not pose a tripping hazard.
Caution!
The appliance may be damaged.
Frozen hoses may tear or burst.
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Do not install the washing machine
outdoors or in an area where there is
a risk of frost.
Notes
In addition to the safety information
■
listed here, the local water and
electricity supplier may have special
requirements.
If in doubt, have the appliance
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connected by a technician.
Installation area
It is important to ensure that the
Note:
washing machine is stable to prevent it
from "wandering"!
The installation area must be firm
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and level.
Soft floors or floor coverings are not
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suitable.
Installation and connection
Keep the surrounding area dry and
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well-ventilated.
Installing the appliance on
a base or on a wooden joist
ceiling
:
Warning
The appliance may be damaged!
The washing machine may wander
during the spin cycle and topple/fall off
the base.
Always secure the washing machine
feet with fixing brackets.
If installing on a wooden joist
Note:
ceiling:
If possible, install the washing
■
machine in a corner.
Screw a water-resistant wooden
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panel (min. 30 mm thick) to the floor.
Installing the appliance under/
between units
:
Warning
Danger of death from electric shock!
Danger of death if live parts are
touched.
The appliance cover plate must not be
removed.
Build under/build in before connecting
to the power supply.
If installing on a wooden joist
Note:
ceiling:
The corner width of installation area
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should at least be 60 cm.
Install the washing machine only
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under a continuous worktop
connected securely to the adjacent
cupboards.
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