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Technical safety, GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS - washing times

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Technical safety ~ Do not install or use a washer with visible damage. ~ Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) match the mains electrical supply. If in doubt contact an electrician. ~ GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. ~ WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor may result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. ~ Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ~ Do not use an extension cord to connect this appliance to the power supply. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating). ~ Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele spare parts. ~ Installation, repair and maintenance work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty. ~ Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating instructions. ~ If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele Service technician with a genuine Miele power cord. ~ Before servicing, cleaning or in the event of a fault, disconnect the appliance from the main power supply. ~ Only use a new hose kit to connect the washer to the water supply. Old hosing should not be re-used. ~ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any built-up hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an open flame during this time, the gas is flammable. ~ Before the appliance is removed for service or discarded, remove the door. 5

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Technical safety
~
Do not install or use a washer with
visible damage.
~
Before connecting the machine,
ensure that the connection data on the
data plate (fusing, voltage and
frequency) match the mains electrical
supply. If in doubt contact an
electrician.
~
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In
the event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of
least resistance for electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment- grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
~
WARNING - Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor
may result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
~
Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance - if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
~
Do not use an extension cord to
connect this appliance to the power
supply. Extension cords do not
guarantee the required safety of the
appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
~
Faulty components must only be
replaced with genuine Miele spare
parts.
~
Installation, repair and maintenance
work should be performed by a Miele
authorized service technician. Work by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous and may void the warranty.
~
Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in
these operating instructions.
~
If the power cord is damaged it
must only be replaced by a Miele
Service technician with a genuine Miele
power cord.
~
Before servicing, cleaning or in the
event of a fault, disconnect the
appliance from the main power supply.
~
Only use a new hose kit to connect
the washer to the water supply. Old
hosing should not be re-used.
~
Under certain conditions, hydrogen
gas may be produced in a hot water
system that has not been used for 2
weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has
not been used for such a period, turn
on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several
minutes before using the washing
machine. This will release any built-up
hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an
open flame during this time, the gas is
flammable.
~
Before the appliance is removed for
service or discarded, remove the door.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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