extended directly to the outdoors. There must
be a small number of elbows as not to hinder
air ventilation.
C
The ventilation hose can be routed outdoors
via a window or it can be connected to the air
outlet in the bathroom.
C
To prevent water accumulation in the hose,
make sure that it is not folded on the floor.
B
The air ventilation hose should not be
connected to the chimney of a stove or a
fireplace.
B
Pay attention that the air inlet openings are
unobstructed.
B
D o not operate your machine at the same
time with heaters such as a coal or gas stove.
Airflow may cause the chimney to flare up.
Airflow may cause the chimney to flame up.
Connection to a water drain (for
products equipped with a condenser)
In products equipped with a condenser unit the
water accumulated during the drying cycle is
collected in the water tank. You should drain the
accumulated water after each washing cycle.
You can directly send the accumulated water
out through the water drain hose supplied with
the machine instead of periodically draining the
water collected in the water tank.
Remove the hose on the machine by pulling it
out from its end in order to make the water drain
hose connection. Do not use any tools to take
out the hose. Attach the drain hose adaptor to
the end of this hose. Connect the special drain
hose supplied with the machine to the hose
adaptor fitting. The other end of the drain hose
can be directly connected to the wastewater
drain or to the washbasin. The fitting must
always be secured in all types of connections.
C
When you direct the water drain out, "Water
Tank" warning LED will light up at the end of
each program.
• The hose should be attached to a height of
maximum 80 cm.
• You must be careful not the pinch or bend the
hose.
Electrical connection
Connect the machine to an earthed outlet
protected by a fuse of suitable capacity.
Important:
• Connection should comply with national
regulations.
• Power cord plug must be within easy reach
after installation.
• The voltage and the allowed fuse protection
are specified in the section "Technical
Specifications".
• The stated voltage must match with your
mains voltage.
• Connection via extension cords or multi-plugs
should not be made.
• The main fuse and switches must have a
contact distance of minimum 3 mm.
B
A damaged power cable must be replaced by
a qualified electrician.
B
The appliance must not be operated unless it
is repaired! There is the risk of electric shock!
Disposal
Packaging material can be dangerous to
children. Keep the packaging materials out
of the reach of children or dispose of them
accordingly. Do not dispose them together with
normal domestic wastes.
Disposing of the old machine
Dispose of your old appliance in an
environmental friendly manner.
• You may refer to your local agent or solid
waste collection center in your municipality to
learn how to dispose of your machine.
Before disposing of your old machine, cut off the
mains plug and make the door lock unusable, so
children will not be endangered.
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