IFB Appliances ELENA - Manual (Page 20)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Ensure that the machine is properly balanced on four adjustable feet.
2. Ensure that the machine is connected to 3 pin socket with earth and 16
amps fuse.
3. The machine is tested with water during assembly for performance
checking. Condensed droplets of water may remain inside the drum. It is
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advisable to run the machine without wash load at 60 C with detergent
for the first time after installation.
4. The programme knob should be turned clockwise only.
5. Programme selection must be done prior to switching on the machine. For
resetting of programme, switch off the machine, select the programme and
re-start. Do not operate the machine beyond the printed zone.
6. Servicing should be handled by the Company’s authorized personnel
only.
7. Check for the end of the programme before opening porthole door. The
door can be opened about 90 seconds after the wash cycle is over or
machine is switched off. This is a safety feature. The door should not be
forced open.
8. Check label on garments for determining conditions under which fabrics
are to be washed.
9. Use detergent recommended for washing machine.
10. Ensure that the electrical line on which the machine is used can take the
required load.
11. Check the inside of drum before loading the clothes.
12. Protect the machine from direct sunlight and do not splash water on
it. Clean with a damp cloth.
13. Keep your machine dry to avoid corrosion / rusting. Take special care to
wipe the machine after cleaning the fluff filter.
14. The machine should ideally be installed on the floor, It can be installed on
any suitable platform or trolley, if desired by the customer.
15. Clean the shell lower and detergent tray periodically by taking out the
detergent tray.
16. Incase of plastic table top, don’t use the table top as an ironing board.
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