Warning And Safety Instructions - Hoover washing machine Instruction Book

Warning and Safety
Instructions
This machine is solely for domestic use, i.e. to wash, rinse and spin dry household
textiles and garments.
Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are damp or wet.
Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or use the door to lift or move the
machine.
Do not try to open the door when water is visible in the drum or the door locked
indicator is ON.
Do not touch the drained water as it may reach extremely high temperatures.
Do not use adapters, multiple connectors and / or extensions leads.
Do not pull the power cord or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket.
Ensure the appliance mains supply is earthed, and if it is not, seek assistance from a
qualified person.
If the power cable is damaged, it must only ever be replaced by an authorised
serviceman.
Never force the porthole door: doing so may damage the safety lock mechanism
designed to prevent the door being opened accidentally.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
When moving the appliance, never lift it by the controls, detergent drawer or door,
and never attempt to move it alone as the machine is extremely heavy.
When in transit, never rest the door against the trolley or transport the appliance
without its polystyrene base.
If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor ensure that the ventilation holes on the
base of the appliance are not obstructed.
If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down, switch off the power, turn off
the tap and do not tamper with the appliance.
Contact an authorised serviceman and ask them to use official Hoover spare parts.
Warning! The company denies all liability if and when these instructions are not
respected.
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