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Startup / Operation
Prior using for the first time
Remove any accessories and other materials
from the appliance drum.
Clean the appliance drum. Follow the instructions
which we provide in the chapter “Cleaning and
Maintenance”.
Allow the appliance to dry the first time for about
30 minutes with old, damp clothes (see “Starting
the program”).
Drying advice
CAUTION: Do NOT dry in the appliance!
Fabrics which are not tumble-dryer safe. Always follow the instructions
on the care labels of your fabrics.
Washing that has not been washed.
Washing stained with cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, fuel, petrol, kero-
sene, stain remover, turpentine, wax, or wax remover. This must be
washed first in the washing machine with hot water and detergent be-
fore drying.
Objects such as foam rubber (latex), shower caps, waterproof fabrics,
rubberized items, and items of clothing or pillows with foam rubber
flakes.
Softeners or similar products should be used as specified in the sof-
tener instructions.
Remove all objects from pockets, such as matches and lighters.
Close zips, buttons, or hooks before drying. Tie loose straps or loops
together.
Adding laundry
Loosen the washed textiles and sort them accord-
ing to the desired drying pattern, fiber and fabric
type, same size and residual moisture after spin-
ning. This makes drying especially smooth.
Do not overload the appliance. Each load should
correspond to the rated capacity of the appliance.
Close the appliance door. Make sure that no
laundry items are trapped between the appliance
door and the gasket.