Safety Instructions - Hitachi BD-W85TV Operating & Installation Instructions Manual

Before operating the washing machine, please read these safety instructions carefully.
Warning
General safety
Installation
Power source
and cable
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Safety Instructions

Issues which could cause death or serious injury
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Do not dismantle, repair or modify the appliance.
ÆThis could cause malfunction, fire, electric shock or injury.
ÆFor repair, please contact your local service center.
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Do not put fire sources or anything inflammable in or near the washing
machine (gas, diesel, petrol, thinner, alcohol or clothes stained with
these substances).
ÆThis could cause an explosion or fire.
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Do not pour water on the machine when it is running.
ÆThis could cause an electric shock.
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Do not climb on the washing machine.
ÆThis may cause injury.
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Do not put heavy objects on the washing machine.
ÆThis may damage the surface of the worktop.
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It is a malfunction if the drum is still rotating when the door is open. In this
case never touch the drum nor laundry inside and stop using the washing
machine immediately, and contact your local service center for repair.
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This appliance 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 on how to use the appliance safely.
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The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturer's
dealer or service agent.
ÆIf the installation, test run and inspection of the appliance are not carried
out following the installation method outlined in these instructions, the
manufacturer is not liable for any accident or damage caused.
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Do not install in a damp place such as a bathroom or a place exposed to rain.
ÆRisk of fire, electric shock, current leakage or product damage.
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Do not install on a board with castors or an unstable surface.
ÆThis may cause injury or malfunction due to abnormal vibration.
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Do not use a plug adapter to convert 3 pins to 2 pins.
(The washing machine must be grounded)
ÆThis could cause an electric shock.
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The opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when the washing
machine is installed on a carpet floor.
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If the washing machine is to be connected to the water mains, please
use new water supply hose.
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Do not insert the plug with a wet hand.
ÆThis could cause an electric shock.
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Use the rated mains voltage and do not connect another plug at the
same socket.
ÆUsing the washing machine plug together with other electrical
systems may cause overheating in the plug and result in fire.
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When removing the worktop to install the washing machine under a
counter, use a separately sold upper plate. (Part No. BD-W80MV 150)
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Clean off all the dust on the plug.
ÆA dirty or dusty plug may cause a fire.
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Do not use an electric socket or connection which is damaged or loose.
ÆThis could cause an electric shock or a short circuit which may start fire.
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Do not mark, cut, modify, bend or fold the power cable.
ÆA damaged power cable could cause fire or an electric shock.
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Do not use a mains plug adaptor or an extension cable.
ÆThis could cause overheating which may cause a fire.
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If the power supply plug is damaged, it must only be replaced by
the authorized service agent or repairing shops appointed by the
manufacturer in order to avoid a hazard.
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