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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
• Keep the operating instructions in a
safe place.
• The machine should only be used for
washing items as described in these
instructions. It is not intended for dry
cleaning.
• Use only detergent intended for ma-
chine washing!
• Do not use detergents that contain
solvents as this could lead to release
of poisonous gases, damage to the
machine, and risk of fire and explo-
sion.
• Do not use colourants (dyes) or
bleaching substances (substances
for discolouration or removal of col-
ourants) as they contain sulphuric
compounds that could cause corro-
sion.
• Excessive use of products containing
chlorine compounds increases the
risk or premature failure of appliance
components.This depends on the
concentration of chlorine, exposure
time, and temperature.
• Bleaches that contain chlorine can
be replaced with oxygen-based
bleaches. Otherwise, a neutralization
cycle should be performed by run-
ning the Cotton program at the high-
est temperature. For best results, use
hydrogen peroxide or oxygen-based
detergents.
• Repairs and maintenance relating to
safety or performance must be car-
ried out by a qualified professional.
• Disconnect power to the machine
before repair and service.
• Damaged mains cables must only be
replaced by a qualified electrician.
• This machine can be used by children
aged 8 and upwards, and by peo-
ple with reduced physical capacity,
mental ability, memory loss or lacking
experience and knowledge. These
individuals must be supervised when
using the machine or have instruc-
tions on how to use the machine and
understand the risks that can occur.
• Cleaning and maintenance of the
machine must not be performed by
children without supervision.
CHILD SAFETY
• Children must be watched to ensure
they do not play with the machine.
• Always close the washer door and
start the programme immediately
after you have added detergent.
• Do not allow small children to use or
play with the washing machine.
• Store detergent and fabric softener
out of the reach of children.
Activate Child-safe start (button
lock)
You can activate the Child-safe start
option (button lock) to prevent children
from starting the washing machine (see
the Settings section).