Preventing material damage

st4safety ATTENTION!
  • The functionality of the appliance may be impaired if you use the wrong quantity of fabric softener, detergent, care product or cleaning agent.
  • Follow the dosage recommendations from the manufacturer.
  • Exceeding the maximum load capacity impairs the function of the appliance.
  • Observe the maximum load capacity for each programme and do not exceed it. Programmes
  • The appliance is secured for transportation using transit bolts.
Transit bolts which have not been removed may result in material damage and damage to the appliance.
  • Before starting up the appliance, remove the transit bolts completely and keep them in a safe place.
  • Before transport, fit the transit bolts fully in order to prevent damage in transit.
  • Material damage may be caused if the water inlet hose is connected incorrectly.
  • Tighten the screw connections on the water inlet until they are hand-tight.
  • Connect the water inlet hose directly to the water tap, without any additional connecting elements such as adapters, extensions or valves.
  • Make sure that the valve housing for the water inlet hose does not come into contact with its surroundings and is not subjected to any external forces.
  • Ensure that the inner diameter of the water tap is at least 17 mm.
  • Make sure that the length of the thread on the connection to the water tap is at least 10 mm.
  • If the water pressure is too high or too low, the appliance may not be able to operate properly.
  • Ensure that the water pressure in the water supply system is at least 100 kPa (1 bar) and max. 1000 kPa (10 bar).
  • If the water pressure exceeds the maximum value specified, a pressure-reducing valve must be installed between the drinking water connection and the hose set of the appliance.
  • Do not connect the appliance to the mixer tap of an unpressurised hot-water boiler.
  • Modified or damaged water hoses may result in material damage and damage to the appliance.
  • Never kink, crush, modify or cut through water hoses.
  • Only use the water hoses supplied with the appliance or genuine spare hoses.
  • Never re-use water hoses that have been used before.
  • Operating the appliance using water that is dirty or too hot may lead to material damage and damage to the appliance.
  • Only operate the appliance with cold mains water.
  • Unsuitable cleaning products may damage the surfaces of the appliance.
  • Do not use harsh or abrasive detergents.
  • Do not use cleaning products with a high alcohol content.
  • Do not use hard scouring pads or cleaning sponges.
  • Clean the appliance with nothing but water and a soft, damp cloth.
  • Remove all detergent residue, spray residue or other residues immediately if they come into contact with the appliance.

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