Washer Safety - Whirlpool 7MWTW1950EW Use And Care Manual

Washer Safety

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
Ƀ Read all instructions before using the washer.
Ƀ Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned
in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, and other flammable, or explosive
substances as they give off vapours that could ignite or
explode.
Ƀ Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other
flammable or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give off vapours that could ignite or
explode.
Ƀ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been used
for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water system has not been used for such
a period, before using the washing machine, 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.
Ƀ This appliance is not designed to be used by people
(including children) with reduced physical, sensorial
and/or mental capabilities or with lack of experience and
knowledge, except for those who have received instruction
or supervision as referred to the use of the appliance by a
person who is responsible of their safety.
Ƀ Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when washer is
used near children.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Ƀ Before the washer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door or lid.
Ƀ Do not reach into the washer if the drum, tub, or agitator
is moving.
Ƀ Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed
to the weather.
Ƀ Do not tamper with controls.
Ƀ Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt
any maintenance unless specifically recommended in this
manual or in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have skills to carry out.
Ƀ See "Electrical Requirements" located in the Installation
Instructions for grounding instructions.
Ƀ If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, or its service agent, or by qualified
personnel to avoid danger.
Ƀ The new hoses supplied with the appliance must be
used, old hoses should not be reused to avoid danger.
Ƀ Do not clean your washing machine with flammable
substances or liquids.
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