Whirlpool AWOE 8548 User Manual

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AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1.Try to remedy the problem yourself (see 
“Troubleshooting Guide”).
2.Restart the programme to check whether the 
problem has solved itself.
3.If the washing machine continues to function 
incorrectly, call our After-Sales Service.Specify:
The nature of the problem.
The washing machine model.
The service code (number after the word 
SERVICE).
The After-Sales Service sticker can be found 
inside the door.
Your full address.
Your telephone number and area code.
After-Sales Service phone numbers and 
addresses are given on the guarantee card. 
Alternatively, consult the dealer where you 
purchased the appliance.
ACCESSORIES
For some models, you can obtain via our After-
Sales Service or your specialist dealer:
a 
Pedestal Drawer which can be installed 
beneath your washing machine. It raises your 
machine to allow for more comfortable loading 
and unloading, as you now no longer need to 
bend as far to access the door. Furthermore, it 
offers a great space-management tool and 
storage solution.a 
Stacking Kit Shelf, by which your dryer can 
be fixed on top of your washing machine to save 
space and to facilitate loading and unloading your 
dryer in that high position.
TRANSPORT/HANDLING
Never lift the appliance by the worktop when transporting.
1.Pull out the mains plug.
2.Turn off the tap.
3.Check that machine door and detergent dispenser are properly closed.
4.Disconnect the inlet and drain hoses.
5.Eliminate all water from the hoses and from the appliance (see “Draining Residual Water/ Cleaning 
The Filter”).
6.Fit the transport bolts (obligatory).
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
For Great Britain only
Warning - this appliance must be earthed
Fuse replacement
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a 
BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type 
of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and 
proceed as follows:
1.Remove the fuse cover (
A) and fuse (
B).
2.Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.
3.Refit both into plug.
Important:
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and 
if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a 
correct replacement is fitted.
Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or 
the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are available from your local 
electrical store.
For the Republic of Ireland only
The information given in respect of Great Britain will 
frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also 
used, the 2-pin, side earth type.
Socket outlet / plug (valid for both countries)
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, 
Please contact After-Sales service for further instruction. 
Please do not attempt to change plug yourself. This 
procedure needs to be carried out by a qualified technician 
in compliance with the manufactures instructions and 
current standard safety regulations.
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