Miele PDR 914 Operating And Installation Instructions page 8

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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The electrical safety of this dryer can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete
between it and an effective grounding system. It is essential that this standard safety re-
quirement is observed and regularly tested. If in any doubt, please have the electrical in-
stallation inspected by a qualified electrician. Miele cannot assume responsibility for the
consequences of an inadequate grounding system.
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Unauthorized repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele
cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician,
otherwise any subsequent damage will not be covered by the warranty.
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Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele original parts. Miele can only guar-
antee the safety standards of the machine when Miele replacement parts are used.
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In the event of a fault and for cleaning purposes, the tumble dryer must be disconnected
from the power supply. The tumble dryer is only disconnected from the power supply, if:
- the plug is withdrawn, or
- the breakers are disconnected, or
- the breakers have been completely removed.
For further information; see "Installation – Electrical connection".
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The tumble dryer may not be used in mobile installations (e.g., on ships).
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Follow the instructions in "Installation" and "Technical data".
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The tumble dryer may only be operated when the ducting has been installed and the
room is sufficiently ventilated in accordance with all local codes.
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The ducting must never be installed in any of the following flues or shafts:
- Chimneys or smokestacks that are in use.
- Shafts that are used to ventilate installation rooms with fireplaces.
- Flues that are used by third parties.
Smoke or exhaust gas that is fed back into the flue or shaft may be toxic.
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Regularly check all components in the ducting (e.g., wall pipe, external grille, bends, el-
bows, etc.) to make sure that air can move through them and to ensure that they are work-
ing properly. Clean components when necessary. Lint deposits in the ducting system will
prevent the air from being extracted properly and, as a result, will stop the tumble dryer
from working properly.
If existing ducting is due to be used, it must be checked before being installed in the tum-
ble dryer.
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There is a risk of suffocation and poisoning due to exhaust gases being sucked back if
gas-powered flow heaters, gas-powered room heaters, coal-burning stoves with a flue
connection, etc., are installed in the same room, in the same apartment, or in neighboring
rooms and the negative pressure is 4 Pa or more.
The following measures for suitable room ventilation (examples) can help to prevent nega-
tive pressure in the installation area:
- Install vents that cannot be closed in the exterior walls.
- Use window switches so that the tumble dryer can only be switched on when a window
is open.
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