Important Safety Instructions; Installation Warnings And Precautions - Midea MA500W210 Series User Manual

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Safety and Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this
owner's Manual.
3.
Before use, the washer must be properly installed as described in this
manual.
WARNING
ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment
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manufacturer.
Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed
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in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other
flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
6.
Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the
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lid of the washing or drying compartment.
Do not reach into the appliance if the basket is moving.
8.
Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the
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weather or freezing temperatures.
Do not tamper with the controls.
10.
11.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any
servicing unless it is specifically recommended in the user-maintenance
instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand
and have the skills to carry out.
Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
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explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
13.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water
system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
14.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for 2 weeks or more, before using a washer or combination
washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from
each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen
gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during
this time.
15.
Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of
combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline, chemicals and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
16.
Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your washer. Items
contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction
that could cause a load to catch fire.
17.
This washer is not designed for maritime use or for mobile installations
such as in RVs, aircraft, etc.
18.
Turn off the water faucets and unplug the washer if the machine is to be
left for an extended period of time, such as during vacations.
19.
Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of
suffocation! Keep all package away from children.
20.
Always check the inside of the washer for foreign objects before loading
laundry. Keep the lid closed when not in use.
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Safety and Precautions

Installation Warnings and Precautions

1.
Plug the power cord into an AC 120V/60Hz wall socket rated at 15amps
or higher. Use the socket for this washer only.
2.
Do not use an extension cord.
- Sharing a wall socket with other appliance, using a power strip, or
extending the power cord may result in electric shock or fire.
WARNING
- Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fire.
- Ensure that the power voltage, frequency, and current match the
product's specifications. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or
fire.
3.
Have this appliance installed by a qualified technician or service
company.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, problems
with the product, or injury.
4.
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power
plug terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
- Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
5.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the
Power Cord
cord runs towards the floor.
and Socket
- If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the
electric wires within the cable may be damaged and this may result in
electric shock or fire.
6.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a damaged
power plug, or loosen wall socket.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
7.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
8.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
9.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on
the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the
power cord into the space behind the appliance.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
10.
Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the power plug.
- Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
11.
If the power plug or power cord are damaged, contact your nearest
service center.
1.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
2.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or
telephone line.
telephone line.
- Improper grounding may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, or
- Improper grounding may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, or
Grounding
problems with the product.
problems with the product.
- Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly.
- Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly.
Make sure the socket you use is grounded in accordance with local and
Make sure the socket you use is grounded in accordance with local and
national codes.
national codes.
1.
Do not install this appliance near a heater or inflammable material.
2.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily, or dusty location, or in a
location exposed to direct sunlight or water (rain drops).
Location
3.
Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
4.
If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and re-installed
by a qualified service technician.
- Failing to follow this warning may result in electric shock or fire.
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