Safety Instructions - Electrolux EWF 1497 HDW2 User Manual

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areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in
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launderettes.
Do not exceed the maximum load of 9 kg (refer to the
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"Programme chart" chapter).
The operating water pressure at the water entry point
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from the outlet connection must be between 0.5 bar
(0.05 MPa) and 8 bar (0.8 MPa).
The ventilation opening in the base must not be
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covered by a carpet, mat, or any floor covering.
The appliance must be connected to the water mains
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using the new supplied hose sets, or other new hose
sets supplied by the Authorised Service Centre.
Old hose sets must not be reused.
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If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must
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be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised
Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid
an electrical hazard.
Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the
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appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam
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to clean the appliance.
Clean the appliance with a moist cloth. Use only
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neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Installation
The installation must comply
with relevant national
regulations.
• Remove all the packaging and the
transit bolts including rubber bush
with plastic spacer.
• Keep the transit bolts in a safe place.
If the appliance is to be moved in the
future they must be reattached to lock
the drum to prevent an internal
damage.
• Always take care when moving the
appliance as it is heavy. Always use
safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
• Follow the installation instructions
supplied with the appliance.
• Do not install or use the appliance
where the temperature can be less
than 0°C or where it is exposed to the
weather.
• The floor area on which the appliance
is to be installed must be flat, stable,
heat resistant and clean.