GE WHRE5550H2WW Owner's Manual page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
_, WAR N !N G! For your safety, the , n_ormat,on ,n th,s manuaf must be _offowed to m,n,m,ze the r ,sk
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury,
or loss of tile.
WATER HEATERSAFETY
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. Sincethe gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or
appliance during this process.
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PROPERINSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive on Installation Instructions sheet, you con
receive one by visiting ge.com or by coiling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737).
• Install or store where it will not be exposed to • Properlu ground washer to conform with all
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
weather, which could cause permanent damage in Installation Instructions.
and invalidate the warrantu.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
• Keep the area underneath and around uour
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Closesupervision is necessarg if this appliance is
used bu or near children. Do not allow children to
plau on, with or inside this or any other appliance.