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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
!WARNING!
Electrical Shock Hazard
Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock or death.
• If you are using an extension cord or a portable electrical outlet
device (eg multi-socket outlet box), ensure that it is positioned so
that it does not come into contact with water or moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! When using your clothes washer, follow basic precautions,
including thefollowing:
General
zThis product has been designed for personal, family or household use. This product is
not designed for any commercial use. Any commercial use will terminate this products
manufacturer’s warranty.
zA damaged power cord must be replaced by a Fisher & Paykel trained and supported
service technician or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use
the appliance until it has been repaired to avoid a risk of electric shock.
zDo not operate this machine if it has been damaged during transport. Contact your
Fisher & Paykel dealer or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician.
zThis clothes washer is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge,unless they are supervised or given instructions on how to use the
washerby someone responsible for their safety.
zKeep children away from the washer while it is in operation.
zSupervise children to ensure they do not play with the washer or climb inside thedrum.
zThe washer should only be used for washing and rinsing of textiles where this
isindicated on the care label.
zDo not add petrol, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to
the wash water. These substances give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
zDo not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances as they give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
zThe door will be locked from the start of the cycle until the cycle is complete for safety
reasons. It is possible to open the door during the cycle under certain conditions. Never
force the door open.
zDo not touch the door during a cycle as the door can become hot.
zWhen 90°C temperature is selected, the door glass will become hot. Do not touch the
glass part of the door. Keep children away from the washer.
zDo not touch or operate the machine with wet hands or with bare-feet.
zDo not open the detergent dispenser during the cycle as hot water may come outofit.
zEnsure the installation provides accessibility to the plug or incorporate a switch in the
fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules to allow disconnection of the appliance
from the supply after installation.
zRead and follow the detergent manufacturers’ instructions carefully. Instructions on
how to use the detergent will be clearly indicated on the pack. Remember to store your
detergents out of the reach of children.