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Important Safety Instructions
PREVENT INJURY
• To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during opera-
tion, the washer must be installed and electrically grounded
by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes.
Installation instructions are packed in the washer for installer's
reference. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for
detailed grounding procedures. If the washer is moved to a
new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified
service person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the electri-
cal power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded and
polarized 3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never
be removed. Never ground the washer to a gas pipe. Do not
use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.
• Follow package directions when using laundry products.
Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas - resulting in
serious injury or death.
• Do not combine laundry products for use in same load unless
specified on the label.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as
vinegar.
WARNING
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adaptor
plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from
electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, fire or death.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE
To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized
servicer unless specifically recommended in this Use & Care
Guide . Use only authorized factory parts.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to
the weather.
• Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor. It may
be necessary to reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or
movement.
• Do not sit on, step on or stand on the washer. Do not rest
heavy loads on top. The washer is not meant to support
weight.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance
from the power supply before attempting any user main-
tenance. Canceling a cycle or turning the power off at the
console does not disconnect this appliance from the power
supply.
• To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts
are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, press
POWER button to stop the cycle. Allow the wash tub to coast
to a complete stop before reaching inside.
• This washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector.
The washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious
personal injuries.
WARNING
HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD
Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household
chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid or
products containing ammonia. These mixtures can produce
dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death.
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