Warning And Safety Instructions - Miele Polaris Operating Instructions Manual

Warning and Safety instructions

To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the machine please read
these instructions carefully before
using it for the first time. They con-
tain important information on its sa-
fety, use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure that new users are
familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner of the machi-
ne.
Correct usage
Only use the washing machine to
wash items which are specified by
the manufacturer to be machine-washa-
ble on the wash-care label, and textiles
composed of hand-washable wool or
wool blend fabrics as well as satin,
lace, silk and other hand-washable gar-
ments. Any other applications may be
dangerous. The manufacturer is not li-
able for damage resulting from impro-
per use or operation.
Technical safety
Before setting up the machine,
check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install or use a damaged machi-
ne.
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Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on
the data plate match the mains electri-
city supply. If in any doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
The electrical safety of this machi-
ne can only be guaranteed when
continuity is complete between the ma-
chine and an effective earthing system
which complies with local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and regularly tested, and where
there is any doubt the household wiring
system should be inspected by a quali-
fied electrician. The manufacturer can-
not be held liable for the consequences
of an inadequate earthing system (e.g.
electric shock).
Do not connect the machine to the
mains electricity supply by an ex-
tension lead. Extension leads do not
guarantee the required safety of the
machine (e.g. danger of overheating).
The machine is built in accordance
with current safety requirements.
Unauthorised repairs could result in un-
foreseen dangers for the user, for which
the manufacturer cannot accept liability.
Repairs should only be undertaken by a
Miele approved technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
machine until after maintenance or re-
pair work has been carried out.