Proper Installation; When Not In Use - GE Profile Performance WPSE7003 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANTSAFETY INFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
A WARNING ! For your sa e , i n,orma on in this menua, must be o,lowed to minimize the r is* o, re
or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
WATER HEATER S AFETY
Under certain condi#bns hydrogengas may be producedin a water heater that has notbeen used for two weeks
or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
ffthe hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on
all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance
which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape.
Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open tiame or appliance during this process.
PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must beproperiy installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If
you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet you can receive one by calling, toll-free, in the United States the
GEAnswer Center _ , 800.626.2000. In Canada,call, 1-500-361-340a.
• Install or store where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.
• Remove the colored protective film from the
control panel.
• Properly ground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
• Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used
by or near children. Do not allow children to play on,
with, or inside this or any other appliance.
Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner's
Manual.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
• Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait
undl the machine has completely stopped before
opening the lid.
• The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the
garment manufacturer's wash and care instructions.
• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which
may cause death.
• Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or
explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline,
• To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug
this appliance from the power supply or disconnect
the washer at the household distribution panel by
removing the fuse or switching offthe circuit breaker
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE? Pressing PAUSE or STOP/CANCEL does/gOT
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which • Never attempt to operate this appliance flit ls damaged,
may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing
the wash water. Do not use or place these substances or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
around your washer or cliyer during operation.
WHEN NOTIN USE
• Turn offwater faucets to relieve pressure on hoses
and valves and to minimize leakage ifa break or
rupture should occur. Check the condition of the
fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.
• Before discarding a washer, or removing it from
service, remove the washer rid to prevent children
from hiding inside.
• Do not attempt m repair or replace any part of this
appliance unless specifically recommended in this
Owner's Manual, or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills
to carry out.
• Do not tamper with controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THISSAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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