Safety Instructions; Permitted Use - Hotpoint BI WMHG 71483 EU N Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the appliance, read these safety instruc-
tions. Keep them nearby for future reference. These
instructions and the appliance itself provide impor-
tant safety warnings, to be observed at all times.
The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to
observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate
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.

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.
INSTALLATION
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
IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVE
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.
After installation of the device, wait a few hours
before starting it so that it acclimates to the
environmental conditions of the room.
Make sure that the ventilation openings in the
base of your washing machine (if available on
your model) are not obstructed by a carpet or
other material.
Use only new hoses to connect the appliance
to the water supply. The old hose-sets should not
be reused.
The supply water pressure must be in the 0.1-1
MPa range.
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