IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
l Read all instructions before using the washer.
l NEVER wash items cleaned, washed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable fluids in the washer. The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand laun- der and air dry fabrics containing these materials.
l NEVER allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the washer. Close supervision of chil- dren is necessary when the washer is used near children.
l When discarding an old washer,
ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment.
l NEVER put your hands into the washer until all motion stops. If the lid is opened while the basket is spinning, the basket will automati- cally stop in a few seconds.
l DO NOT tamper with controls.
lNEVER use or store flammable
fluids
ive off vapors that can create a PIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
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If hot water has not been used recently (usually 2 weeks or longer], hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent in- jury or damage, before usin your washer, turn on all hot water 9aps and allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to es- cape. DO NOT smoke or use any open flame nearthe faucet while it is open.
You are responsible for making sure that your washer:
-is installed, repaired, and has parts replaced by a qualified person.
-is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.*
-is connected to the correct
-is protected from the weather and kept where the temperature will not fall below freezing.
*See the Installation Instructions.
Additional safety instructions
l ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children can’t reach them - in a locked cabinet if possible.
l ALWAYS read and follow instruc- tions on packages of detergent and laundry
l HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover.
and your responsibilities
l ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting to service the washer.
l DO NOT machine wash glass fiber materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.
l You are responsible for making sure that your washer:
- is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic
washers.
-is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.
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