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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Follow the safety precautions outlined in this User Guide.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Important safety precautions
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
This washer must be properly grounded to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in the Installation Instructions.
Do not install or store washer where it will be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.
Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload. Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions. Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakages if a hose or valve should break or rupture.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this User Guide or in published user repair instructions that you understand, and have skills to carry out.
When disconnecting the appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord or junction of cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of the cord and plug.
Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subject to damage or stress.
Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleach, fabric softener, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury. Do not tamper with the controls.
Keep the area around/underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping. Never reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is moving.
Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, press START/PAUSE and wait until the washer has completely stopped before opening the lid.
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play inside, or on, or with this appliance or any discarded appliance.