Miele WT 945 S WPS Operating Instructions Manual page 6

Read the operating instructions before
using this machine for the first time.
They contain important information
about the safety, installation, use and
maintenance of the machine. This way
you will avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the machine.
Keep these operating instructions in a
safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the content. Pass them
on to any future owner of the machine.
This washer-dryer must only be
used:
– to wash textiles which are declared by
the manufacturer on the care label to
be machine washable, as well as hand
washable woollens.
– to dry textiles which have been
washed in a water solution, marked on
the manufacturer's wash care label as
being suitable for tumble drying.
Any other applications may be dange-
rous. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage caused by
improper or incorrect use of the
appliance.
If the appliance is supplied from a
cord extension set or electrical
portable outlet device the cord extension
set or electrical portable outlet device
should be positioned so it is not subject
to splashing or ingress of moisture.
Before setting up the machine,
check it for any externally visible
damage. Do not install or use a damaged
machine.
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Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (fusing, voltage and
frequency) matches the mains electricity
supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
The electrical safety of this machine
can only be guaranteed when
continuity is complete between the
machine and an effective earthing
system which complies with local and
national safety regulations.It is most
important that this basic safety require-
ment is regularly tested by a qualified
electrician.The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for the consequences of
an inadequate earthing system.
Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an
extension lead. Extension leads do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
The machine is built in accordance
with current safety requirements.
Unauthorised repairs could result in
unforeseen dangers for the user, for
which the manufacturer cannot accept
responsibility. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved
technician.
The machine is only completely iso
lated from the electricity supply
when:
– it is switched off at the wall socket and
the plug is withdrawn, or
– it is switched off at the mains, or
– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or
– the screw-out fuse is removed in
countries where this is applicable.