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Installation and Connection Instructions
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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Safety Precautions
This appliance is heavy, care should be taken when moving it.
When moving, do not tip the washing machine onto its front or left
hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the possibility of
electrical components becoming wet.
Before installation inspect the machine for transport damage. Do not
connect the appliance if it is damaged contact your retailer.
Ensure all packaging and transit bolts/bar have been removed, see
Removing of Transit Packaging. Failure to remove packaging and
transit bolt/bar may cause serious damage to the product or property.
Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be car-
ried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried
out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
Check the electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rat-
ing plate of the appliance.
Should the appliance mains cable need to be adapted for any reason
this should only be carried out by a qualified/competent person.
In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install
a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply
(mains), with a minimum gap of 3 mm between the switch contacts
and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the
electrical regulations.
The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any
point.
Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on
the electrical supply cable.
The installation must comply with local water authority and building
regulations requirements.
Appliances designed for cold water connection must not be con-
nected to hot water.