Whirlpool FreshCare WFWDC96 User Manual page 3

must be stored out of reach of children - risk of
suffocation. The appliance must be disconnected
from the power supply before any installation
operation - risk of electric shock. During installation,
make sure the appliance does not damage the
power cable - risk of fire or electric shock. Only
activate the appliance when the installation has
been completed.
Do not install your appliance where it may be
exposed to extreme conditions, such as: poor
ventilation, temperatures below 5 °C or above 35 °C.
When installing the appliance make sure that
the four feet are stable and resting on the floor,
adjusting them as required, and check that the
appliance is perfectly to level using a spirit level.
If the appliance is being installed on wood or
"floating" floors (certain parquet and laminate
materials), secure a 60 x 60 x 3 cm (at least)
sheet of plywood to the floor then place the
appliance on top of this.
Connect the water inlet hose(s) to the water
supply in accordance with the regulations of
your local water company.
For cold fill only models: do not connect to
the hot water supply.
For models with hot fill: the hot water inlet
temperature must not exceed 60 °C.
The washing machine is fitted with transport
bolts to prevent any possible damage to the
interior during transport. Before using the
machine, it is imperative that the transport bolts
are removed. After their removal, cover the
openings with the 4 enclosed plastic caps.
After installation of the device, wait a few
hours before starting it so that it acclimates to
the environmental conditions of the room.
Make sure that the ventilation openings in
the base of your washing machine (if available
on your model) are not obstructed by a carpet
or other material.
Use only new hoses to connect the appliance
to the water supply. The old hose-sets should
not be reused.
The supply water pressure must be in the
0.1-1 Mpa range.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
It must be possible to disconnect the
appliance from the power supply by
unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by a multi-
pole switch installed upstream of the socket in
accordance with the wiring rules and the
appliance must be earthed in conformity with
national electrical safety standards.
Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets
or adapters. The electrical components must
not be accessible to the user after installation.
Do not use the appliance when you are wet or
barefoot. Do not operate this appliance if it has
a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not
working properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced with an identical one by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard -
risk of electric shock.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is
switched off and disconnected from the power
supply before performing any maintenance
operation; never use steam cleaning
equipment - risk of electric shock.
DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS
The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the
recycle symbol .
The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of
responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations
governing waste disposal.
DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable
materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal
regulations. For further information on the treatment, recovery
and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your local
authority, the collection service for household waste or the store
where you purchased the appliance. This appliance is marked in
compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent negative consequences
for the environment and human health.
The symbol on the product or on the accompanying
documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic
waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection center for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
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