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Electrical connection
Electrical safety
ã Warning!
Danger of death from electric shock!
Danger of death if live parts are touched.
– Never pull out the mains plug by tugging
the power cord.
– Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry
hands only.
– Never pull out the mains plug during
operation.
– Connect the washing machine to an
alternating current via a correctly
installed earthed socket only.
– The mains voltage and voltage
specifications on the washing machine
(appliance rating plate) must match.
– Connected load as well as required fuse
are indicated on the appliance rating
plate.
Ensure that:
– Mains plug and socket match fit.
– Cable cross-section is adequate.
– Earthing system has been installed
correctly.
– A damaged power cord may
be replaced by an electrician only.
A replacement mains cable can be
obtained from customer service.
– Do not use multiple plugs/couplings or
extension cables.
