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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WHIRLPOOL AWH 912/PRO UK
CAUTION: READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
CAUTION
Original Instruction for Use
Instructions are also available in http://docs.whirlpool.eu
Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions.
Keep them nearby for future reference. These instructions
and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to
be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liabi-
lity for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappro-
priate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.
Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept
away from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years)
should be kept away from the appliance unless
continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old
and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge can use this appliance only if they
are supervised or have been given instructions on
safe use and understand the hazards involved.
Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance must not be carried out by
children without supervision. Never open the door
forcibly or use it as a step.
The A-weighted sound pressure level is below 70dB.
PERMITTED USE
CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external switching
device, such as a timer, or separate remote
controlled system.
This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as: staff
kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels,
motels, bed & breakfast and other residential
environments; areas for communal use in blocks
of flats or in launderettes.
Do not load the machine above the maximum
capacity (kg of dry cloth) indicated in the
programme table.
This appliance is not for professional use. Do
not use the appliance outdoors.
Do not use any solvents (e.g. turpentine,
benzene), detergents containing solvents,
scouring powder, glass or general purpose
cleaners, or flammable fluids; do not machine
wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents
or flammable liquids.
Only use detergents specified by the manufacturer as
being suitable for use in a domestic washing machine.
IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED
INSTALLATION
This appliance is not intended to be used at
altitude exceeding 2000m.
The appliance must be handled and installed by
two or more persons - risk of injury. Use protective
gloves to unpack and install - risk of cuts.
If you want to stack a dryer on top of your
washing machine, first contact our After-Sales
Service or your specialist dealer to verify whether
this is possible. This is only possible if the dryer is
attached to the washing machine by means of
appropriate stacking kit available through our
After- Sales Service or your specialist dealer.
Move the appliance without lifting it by the
worktop or top lid.
Installation, including water supply (if any) and
electrical connections and repairs must be carried out
by a qualified technician. Do not repair or replace any
part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the
user manual. Keep children away from the installation
site. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it
has not been damaged during transport. In the event
of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-
sales Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic,
styrofoam parts etc.) 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.
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