Operation Precautions - Dometic WDCVL Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
● This appliance MUST be grounded. In the event
of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a
path of least resistance for the electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord that has an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug MUST be plugged into an appropri-
ate outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local and national codes
and ordinances.
● This appliance is for indoor use only.
● Packing materials may cause suffocation. Keep
all packing materials away from children.
● All packaging and transportation bolts MUST be
removed, otherwise serious damage may occur
while washing or drying clothes.
 Risk of corrosion or freeze damage.
● Do NOT install or store this appliance where it will
be exposed to temperatures below 32°F (0°C) or
moisture.
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Operation Precautions

Failure to obey the following instruc-
tions could result in death or serious injury due to
electrical shock, fi re, explosion, suffocation, poison-
ing, or allergic reaction.
● Read and understand this entire manual before
using the appliance.
● Contact your local distributor, service agent, or
the manufacturer if you have any questions about
the proper operation and service of the appliance
● This appliance is intended for RV use only.
● This appliance is NOT intended for use by per-
sons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, unless the user
is operating the appliance under the supervision
of a legal parent or guardian capable of safely
operating the appliance. When children become
mature enough to operate the appliance, it is the
legal responsibility of the parent or guardian to
ensure that they are instructed in and capable of
the safe use of the appliance.
● Do NOT use any toxic solvents, such as alco-
hol, as a detergent. Only approved detergent
pods or select HE liquid detergents suitable
for front-loading washing machines should
be used.
● Do NOT launder fabrics that have been cleaned,
washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry
cleaning solvents, or any other fl ammable or
explosive substances as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
● Do NOT add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or
any other fl ammable or explosive substances to
the appliance as they give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
● Do NOT place any item with traces of any fl am-
mable substance, such as vegetable oil, cooking
oil, or any other petroleum-based oil or distillate
into the appliance. Even after laundering, these
substances may smoke or ignite.
● Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot-water system that has NOT
been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot-water system
has NOT been used for two weeks, open all hot-
water faucets and allow water to fl ow for several
minutes before using the appliance. This will re-
lease any accumulated hydrogen gas. The gas is
fl ammable. Do NOT smoke or use an open fl ame
during this time.
● Do NOT allow children to play on, in, or with the
appliance. Close supervision of children is neces-
sary when the appliance is in use.
● Children or pets may climb into the appliance
between uses. Check the appliance before each
use.
● Do NOT operate the laundering machine if any
guards, panels and/or fasteners, except transport
bolts, have been removed.
● Do NOT operate the appliance if any parts are
missing or broken.
Failure to obey the following instruc-
tions could result in personal injury.
● Be careful of scalding water or steam when the
appliance drains hot wash water.
● Ensure that the water inside the drum has drained
before opening the door. Do NOT open the door
if there is any water visible.
● The glass door may become very hot during
operation.
● Caution should be used when opening the appli-
ance door after the drying cycle.
● ALWAYS turn the appliance off before opening
the door. Do NOT reach into the appliance if the
tub is in motion.
● Do NOT place any fi berglass materials, such
as curtains or window coverings that may use
fi berglass, in the appliance. Small particles may
remain and stick to fabrics in subsequent washes
causing skin irritation.
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