Defy Appliances DAW370 Washer User Manual


 
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2.1 General safety
This washing machine 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 the use
of the washing machine by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the washing machine.
Never place the washing machine on a
carpeted floor. Lack of airflow beneath the
washing machine could cause overheating.
In case of malfunction or maintenance
work, disconnect the washing machine from
the electrical mains immediately. Repairs
must only be made by a qualified technician.
This washing machine is designed to
resume operating by powering on after a
power interruption. If you wish to cancel the
programme, see "Cancelling the
programme" section.
The washing machine must be earthed and
the manufacturer and seller do not accept
responsibility for any damage due to
incorrect electrical connection.
.The washing machine should be plugged
into a 16 Amp, 230 Volt 50 Hz earthed 3 pin
wall socket.
For safety reasons, the wall socket and the
plug should be accessible after installation. If
the power cord should ever need replacing,
use only a genuine cord available from the
nearest Defy Service Centre. Repairs
should only be made by a qualified
technician.
• The water supply and draining hoses must
be securely fastened and remain
undamaged to prevent water leakage.
• Never open the loading door or remove the
filter while there is still water in the drum as
there is a risk of flooding and injury from hot
water.
• Do not force open the locked loading door.
The loading door will be ready to open a few
minutes after the washing cycle ends. The
lock mechanism may be damaged if force is
used to open the loading door.
• Unplug the product when not in use.
Never wash the product by spreading or
pouring water onto it! There is the risk of an
electric shock!
2 Important safety instructions
Never touch the plug with wet hands!
Never unplug by pulling on the cable, always
pull out by grabbing the plug.
Use detergents, softeners and
supplements suitable for automatic washing
machines only.
• Follow the instructions on the textile tags
and on the detergent package.
The product must be unplugged during
installation, maintenance, cleaning and
repairing procedures.
• Always have the installation and repairing
procedures carried out by the Authorized
Service Agent. The Manufacturer shall not
be held liable for damages that may arise
from procedures carried out by unauthorized
persons.
• If the power cable is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, after sales
service or a similarly qualified person.
2.2 Intended use
The washing machine must only be used
domestically and for the purposes for which
it was designed.
2.3 Children's safety
Electrical products are dangerous for
children. Keep children away from the
washing machine when it is in use. Use child
lock to prevent children from tampering with
the washing machine controls.
Close the loading door when leaving the
room where the product is located.
• Store all detergents and additives in a safe
place away from the reach of the children by
closing the cover of the detergent container
or sealing the detergent package.
2.4 Package information
Please ensure that packaging material is
disposed of in a responsible manner. Plastic
bags should be cut up to prevent children
playing with them and accidentally
suffocating.
2.5 Disposing of the washing machine
• This product has been manufactured with
high quality parts and materials which can
be reused and are suitable for recycling. Do
not dispose of the product with normal
domestic waste at the end of its service life.
Please consult your local authorities. Should
you at any time in the future scrap the
washing machine, cut the power cord and
take measures to render the door lock
inoperative thereby preventing children,
when playing, getting trapped inside.