Roper AL3132W, AL2121W Important Safety Instructions, Energy Saving Tips, Before You Wash

Important Safety Instructions

Reduce risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury when using your washer, by follow- ing basic precautions, including the following:

. Read all instructions before using your washer.

. DO NOT wash items cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, paint, wax or other flammable or explosive substances in the washer. The fumes can create a fire or explosion. Always hand- wash and air-dry fabrics containing these materials.

. DO NOT allow children to play on or inside the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near them.

. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment.

. DO NOT reach into the washer basket while it is filling with water, while agitator is moving or while basket is spinning. If the lid is opened while the basket is spin- ning, the basket will automatically stop in a few seconds.

. DO NOT install or store washer where it will be exposed to the weather.

. DO NOT tamper with controls.

. You are responsible for making sure that your washer is installed, repaired and has parts replaced by a qualified person.

. DO NOT add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. The substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

n If hot water has not been used recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), hydrogen gas may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or damage, before using your washer, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape. DO NOT smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open.

.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

nThe washer must be electrically grounded. SeeInstallation Instructions.

nStore detergent and laundry products in a cool, dry place out of children’s reach. A locked cabinet is recommended.

nRead and follow instructions on detergent and laundry packages. Pay special attention to warnings and precautions.

nDO NOT use chlorine bleach in the same wash as ammonia, vinegar, rust remover or other acids. Hazardous fumes can form.

nDO NOT machine-wash glass fiber materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.

nDO NOT use or store dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene or other flammable or explosive substances in or near your washer. These substances give off vapors that can create a fire hazard or explosion.

Energy Saving Tips

1.Use washer during non-peak energy usage hours. (Contact your power company for the most energy-efficient times.)

2.Use hot water only when washing whites or heavy or greasy soils.

3.Use cold water for washing light soils.

4.Use cold rinses.

5.Adjust the water level when washing small loads.

6.Avoid rewashing by:

-pretreating stains or heavy soils;

-properly sorting clothes;

-using enough detergent;

-not overloading;

-using proper cycles and wash times.

Before You Wash

1.Turn all pockets inside out and empty.

2.Turn down cuffs. Brush away lint and dirt.

3.Close zippers, snaps and hooks and remove pins, buckles and other hard objects to prevent scratching laundry basket, agitator or snagging other items.

4.Removeunwashable trim and ornaments.

5.Tie strings and sashesto prevent tangling.

6.Mend tears, loose hems and seams.

7.Treat spots and stains. Pre-soakif necessary.

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