Important SafbW Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when Using
your dishwasher, follow basic precautions including the following:
-Read all instructions before using the l DO NOT wash plastic items unless
dishwasher. marked “Dishwasher Safe” or the equiva-
*Use your dishwasher onfy for the uses lent. If not marked, check manufacturer’s
described in this manual. recommendations.
.DISHWASHER MUST BE ELECTRI- l DO NOT use your dishwasher unless all
CALLY GROUNDED. Read the Installa- enclosure panels are properly in place.
tion Instructions for details. l DO NOT sit on, stand on or abuse the
l When discarding an old dishwasher, dishwasher door or dish racks.
always remove the door to prevent l DO NOT tamper with controls.
accidental entrapment or suffocation. l If hot water has not been used recently
-Use ONLY detergents and rinse agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher. (usually two weeks or longer), hydrogen
gases may build up in the water heater
*Store dishwasher detergent in a cool, and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN
dry place WHERE CHILDREN CAN’T GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury
REACH IT. or damage, before using your dish-
* When loading items to be washed: washer, turn on all hot water faucets and
- Load sharp items and knives with the allow water to run for several minutes.
handles up to reduce risk of cut-type This will allow gases to escape. Do not
injuries. smoke or use any open flame near the
faucet while it is open.
- Locate sharp items and knives so that
they are not likely to damage the door l DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
or tub. flammable vapors and liquids in the
l DO NOT let children play in or on the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire hazard or
dishwasher. explosion.
*DO NOT reach into the area below the
bottom rack until the heating element has l Disconnect electrical power to the
cooled for at least 20 minutes. dishwasher before attempting to service.
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Please:
l Have your dishwasher installed by a
qualified installer.
l Install where dishwasher is protected from
the elements.
. Install and level dishwasher on a floor that
will hold the weight, and in an area suitable
for its size and use.
l Properly connect dishwasher to electricity,
water and drain.*
l Remove all shipping plugs from hoses and
connectors (such as drain connector on a
disposer) before installing.*
. Remove all hang tags and temporary labels.
l Make sure dishwasher is not used by
anyone unable to operate it properly.
l Properly maintain dishwasher. See page 23.
l See Installation Instructions for complete information.
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