GE 175D1807P252, 49-9981 owner manual Water Heater Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This washer must be properly installed and located in	■Install or store where it will not be exposed to
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is	temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.
used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions	■Properly ground washer to conform with all governing
sheet, you can receive one by calling us toll-free at the
	codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation
GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000.
	Instructions.

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■Keep the area underneath and around your	■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used
appliances free of combustible materials such	by or near children. Do not allow children to play
as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.	on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.
WHEN USING THE WASHER USE

Safety Instructions

Operating Instructions

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

■Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

■Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

■Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation.

■The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.

■To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off position does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

■Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

Troubleshooting Tips

WHEN NOT IN USE

■Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.

■Before discarding a washer, or removing it from service, remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside.

■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

■Do not tamper with controls.

Customer Service

Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.

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