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Important
Safety Instructions
To reduce the rlsk of fire, electrfcal shock or InJury to persons
when uslng your washer, follow basic precautions, lncludlng the
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Read all lnstructlons
before uslng the
washer.
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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
launder and
air dry fabrics containing these materials.
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NEVER
allow children to operate, play with,
or crawl inside the washer. Close super-
vision of children is necessary when the
washer is used near children.
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When discarding
an old washer,
ALWAYS
remove the lid to prevent accidental
entrapment.
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DO NOT reach into the
washer basket
while it is filling with water, while agitator is
moving or while basket is spinning. If the lid
is opened while the basket is spinning, the
basket will automatically
stop in a few
seconds.
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DO NOT tamper
with controls.
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NEVER
use
or
store
flammable
fluids (dry-
cleaning solvents, kerosene) in
or near your
washer. DO
NOT
add flammable fluids to
the wash water. These substances
give off
vapors that can create
aFIRE 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
injury or damage,
before using your washer, turn on all hot
water faucets and allow water to run for
several minutes. This will allow gases to
escape. DO NOT smoke or use any open
flame near the faucet while it is open.
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You are responsible for maklng 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 3-prong outlet,
electric supply, water supply and drain.*
is properly grounded.'
-is properly maintained.
is protected from the weather and kept
where the temperature
will not fall below
freezing.
'See the Installation Instructions.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Additional
safety
instructions
and your
responsibilities
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ALWAYS store detergent, laundry
aids and
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ALWAYS unplug
the power supply cord
other materials in a cool, dry place where
before attempting to service the washer.
children can't reach them-in a locked cabinet
il possible.
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DO
NOT
machine wash glass fiber materials.
Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in
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ALWAYS read and follow instructions on
following loads and cause skin irritation.
packages of detergents and laundry aids-
especially warnings and precautions.
* You are responsible for maklng sure that
your washer:
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DO
NOT
wash or dry items that are soiled
with vegetable or cooking oil. These items
- is used only for jobs normally expected of
home automatic washers.
may contain some oil after laundering. Due to
the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or
catch fire by itself.
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HAZARDOUS
FUMES can
form if chlorine
bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia
or acids such as vinegar or rust remover.
- is not run by children or anyone unable to
operate it properly.
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