User manual SMEG DWA3148W

[. . . ] ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE DISHWASHER AFTER EACH USE TO AVOID WASTING ELECTRICITY. IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT, DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND SHUT OFF THE WATER TAP. DO NOT USE STEAM CLEANERS TO CLEAN THE DISHWASHER. 2 User instructions WARNING: SOME DISHWASHER DETERGENTS ARE STRONGLY ALKALINE. THEY CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF SWALLOWED. [. . . ] DO NOT USE APPLIANCES WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING TRANSIT!THE APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. THIS DISHWASHER MUST BE USED BY ADULTS PROPERLY TRAINED IN ITS USE. USE BY PERSONS WITH REDUCED MENTAL AND/OR PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES IS ONLY PERMITTED UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM DETERGENTS AND PACKAGING MATERIALS (PLASTIC BAGS, POLYSTYRENE, ETC. ), AND NEVER ALLOW THEM TO APPROACH OR PLAY WITH THE DISHWASHER, SINCE IT MIGHT CONTAIN DETERGENT RESIDUES CAPABLE OF CAUSING PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE EYES, MOUTH AND THROAT, AND EVEN LEADING TO SUFFOCATION. 3 User instructions DO NOT INTRODUCE SOLVENTS SUCH AS ALCOHOL OR TURPENTINE WHICH MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION. NEVER PLACE ACIDS, CHLORINE SOLUTIONS OR FERROUS MATERIALS INSIDE THE DISHWASHER OR LOAD DISHES DIRTY WITH ASH, WAX OR PAINTS. DO NOT DRINK THE WATER RESIDUES WHICH MAY BE PRESENT INSIDE THE DISHES OR DISHWASHER AT THE END OF THE WASHING PROGRAM AND BEFORE THE DRYING CYCLE. LEANING OR SITTING ON THE DISHWASHER DOOR WHEN OPEN MAY CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERTURN, PUTING PEOPLE AT RISK. NEVER LEAVE THE DISHWASHER DOOR OPEN; PEOPLE MIGHT TRIP OVER IT. KNIVES OR OTHER SHARP-ENDED COOKING UTENSILS MUST BE PLACED IN THE CUTLERY BASKET BLADE-DOWN, OR LAID HORIZONTAL IN THE TOP BASKET. TAKE CARE NOT TO CUT YOURSELF AND ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PROJECT FROM THE BASKET. Before putting the dishwasher into its definitive position, turn on the water tap and check that there are no leaks from the tap connection, the dishwasher connection or the hose. Level the appliance on the floor using its adjustable feet. This operation is essential for ensuring correct operation of the dishwasher. Some models are equipped with only one adjustable foot at the rear, which can be adjusted by turning the screw on the lower front part of the appliance. Building-in a dishwasher underneath a hob is absolutely forbidden. Moreover, dishwashers may not be installed directly touching appliances which are not conventional built-in kitchen appliances (e. g. 5 User instructions When installing the dishwasher in a compartment next to one or more other appliances, it is essential to comply with all the recommendations provided by the appliance’s manufacturer (minimum distances, installation procedures, etc. ). For free-standing models only: - Installing a hob on top of a free-standing dishwasher is absolutely forbidden. - If the appliance is not built-in and is therefore accessible on one side, the door hinge area must be covered for safety reasons (injury hazard). The covering fixtures are available as an accessory from specialist dealers or the After-Sales Service. - To build in the dishwasher, the special kit must be purchased from authorised dealers or the After-Sales Service. 2. 1 Water supply connection Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to the appliance. The dishwasher must always be connected to the water system with new hoses; old or used hoses must never be reused. CONNECTING TO THE WATER SUPPLY Connect the intake hose to a cold water supply with ¾” gas thread, inserting the filter A supplied with the dishwasher. [. . . ] BEFORE INSTALLATION, HAVE A SPECIALIST ELECTRICIAN CHECK THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS CORRECTLY RATED FOR THE POWER LEVEL SELECTED. ABOVE ALL, CHECK THAT THE WIRING IS OF SUITABLE GAUGE AND THE SOCKET IS OF THE APPROPRIATE TYPE. THE DISHWASHER AND ANY ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BY AUTHORISED, SKILLED STAFF, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT REGULATIONS; ALSO COMPLY WITH THE TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CONNECTION. THE TOTAL RATED POWER IS STATED ON THE APPLIANCE’S TECHNICAL DATA PLATE. [. . . ]