Kenmore 4885 - Rear Control High Efficiency 3.6 cu. Ft. Capacity Front Load Washer Use & Care Manual And Installation Instructions page 4

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons when using this appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following.
• Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk
of electric shock.
• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners,
or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage
the finish.
• Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of
the washer. These substances give off vapors that
could ignite the materials.
• Do not wash items that are soiled with vegetable or
cooking oil. These items may contain some oil after
laundering and may catch fire.
• Disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any user maintenance. Turning
the controls to the OFF position does not
disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury,
fire, electrical shock, or death.
Do not combine detergents, fabric softeners, and other
laundry products from different manufacturers for use
in one load unless specified on the label.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar. Follow package directions when
using laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce
poisonous gas, resulting in serious injury or death.
Do not reach into the washer while parts are
moving. Before loading, unloading, or adding items,
push in the cycle selector knob and allow the drum
to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury,
fire, electrical shock, or death.
• Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed
grounding procedures. Installationinstructionsare packed
in the washer for installer'sreference. If the washer is
moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled
by a qualifiedservice person. Failure to follow this warning
can cause serious injury,fire, electricalshock, or death.
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
third (ground) prong from the power cord. Failureto
follow this warning can cause serious injury,fire, electrical
shock, or death.
• For personal safety, this appliance must be properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize
the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
• This washer must be plugged into a 120VAC, 60Hz
grounded outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it
is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
• Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage.
• Do not remove grounding prong. Do not use an adapter
or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury,
fire, electrical shock, or death.
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The washer should always be plugged into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating
that matches the rating plate. This provides the best
performance and also prevents overloading house wiring
circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated
wires.
• Never unplug your washer by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from
the outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• Immediately repair or replace all power cords that have
become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a
cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either end. Consult with a qualified service
person. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• When installing or moving the washer, be careful not
to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure
to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical
shock, or death.
• The washer must be installed and electrically grounded
by a qualified service person in accordance with local
codes to prevent shock hazard and assure stability during
operation.
• Washer is heavy. Two or more people may be needed
to install and move the appliance. Failure to do so can
result in back or other injury.
• Store and install the washer where it will not be
exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious leak damage.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install
the washer in humid spaces. Failure to follow this warning
can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.