Press the “Start” button. PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Packaging • The packaging is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycling symbol. Adhere to current local regulations when disposing of packaging material. General recommendations • Never leave the appliance switched on unnecessarily. Turn off the tap. • Before any cleaning and maintenance pull out the mains plug or switch off the power supply. • To clean the outside of the washing machine, use a neutral detergent and a damp cloth. • Do not use abrasive detergents. • Never force the door open. • If necessary, the power cable may be replaced with an identical one obtained from our After-Sales Service. The power cable must only be replaced by a qualified technician. Disposing of packaging and old appliances • The washing machine is built from reusable materials. The washing machine must be disposed of in compliance with current local waste disposal regulations. • Before scrapping, pull out the mains plug and cut off the power cable so that the washing machine becomes unusable. • The detergent residues should also be removed from the detergent dispenser, the drum, the water drain hose and pump before the washing machine is scrapped. The detergent residues might otherwise get into the groundwater during the disposal process and contaminate it. EC Declaration of Conformity • This washing machine has been designed, constructed and distributed in compliance with EC safety requirements: 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive 89/336/EEC EMC Directive 93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive 3. Safety • This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 19 DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE Worktop Control panel Detergent dispenser After-Sales Service sticker (on the front panel behind the door frame) 5...