LG WD-1021WFH Owner's Manual page 3

Warnings
You must read the whole of this instruction
book before you use the appliance.
Follow the advice carefully.
Keep the book for future reference. If you sell or
give away the appliance, make sure that the
book is passed to the new owner.
The following warning are provided in the
interests of overall safety.
You must read them before the appliance is
installed or used.
ƒUThis appliance is designed to be used by adults.
Children should not be allowed to touch the controls
or play with the product.
ƒUIt is dangerous to modify the specifications of
this appliance in any way.
ƒUThis appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.
ƒUAll packaging and transit bolts must be removed
before the appliance is used.
Serious damage may occur if this is not done.
ƒUAny plumbing work required to install
this appliance should be carried out by a qualified
plumber or a competent person.
ƒUAny electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
a competent person.
ƒUMake sure that the appliance does not stand on
its electrical supply cable.
ƒUIf the machine is situated on a carpeted floor,
please adjust the feet to ensure that air can
circulate freely.
ƒUAlways unplug the appliance and turn off
the water tap after use.
ƒUDo not overload the appliance.
ƒUOnly wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. If in doubt, follow the instructions
you find on the label of the item itself.
ƒUAvoid electric heaters, candles, etc. near the
machine. It may ignite or deform the machine.
ƒUDon¡fl t sprinkle water. It may cause a fire or electric shock.
ƒUUse the exclusive AC 220V-240V outlet with ground
terminal. Do not use an extension cord or double
adapter.
ƒUMake sure that all pockets are empty. Hard, sharp
objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws
or stones can cause extensive damage.
ƒUDo not wash laundry stained with edible oil,
machine oil, dry-cleaning oil, gasoline, etc.
It may cause fire or explosions.
ƒUThis appliance is designed for donestic use.
It must not be used for purposes other than those
for which it was designed.
ƒUDo not machine wash fabrics which are saturated
with petroleum products. If volatile cleaning fluids
have been used, make sure that they are thoroughly
removed from the fabric before it is placed in the
appliance.
ƒUDo not operate near places with ignitable material
such as gasoline, benzene, etc. or inflammable gas
leak. Due to volatile nature of these material,
It can cause fire or explosions.
ƒUUse only the recommended quantities of fabric
softener. An excessive amount could damage
the laundry.
ƒULeave the porthole door slightly ajar between
washes to preserve the door seal.
ƒUBefore you open the door of the machine check
that the water has drained. Do not open the door
if you can still see water.
ƒUPets and children may climb into the washing
machines. Check your appliance each time
before use.
ƒUThe glass door becomes very hot during washing.
Keep children away from the appliance
while it is in use.
ƒUYou should not attempt to repair the machine
yourself Repairs carried out by inexperienced
or unqualified persons may cause injury and/or
more serious faults to the machine.
ƒUThis product should be serviced by an authorized
Service Centre only, and only genuine spare parts
should be used.
ƒUWhen disposing of your old washing machine, the
electric cable must be cut off and the door catch
must be made inoperative to avoid it becoming
a death trap for a child.
ƒUThe base opening must not be obstructed by
carpeting when the washing machine is installed on
a carpeted floor.
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