GE G153 Owner's Manual page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
A WAR NI NG! information in ,is mon.o minimi is,
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal
injury,
or
loss of life.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used
for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
If the 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. Dothis 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.
Sincethe gas isflammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.
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PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must be properly 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
visiting GEAppliances.com or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.452.2757).
[] Install or store where it will not be exposed to GE strongly recommends the use of new water supply
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the hoses.Hoses degrade over time and need to be
weather, which could cause permanent damage and replaced every 5 years to reduce the risk of hose failures
invalidate the warranty, and water damage.
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Properly ground washer to conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation
Instructions.
To ensure proper installation, run two small load size
.SpeedWash cycles BEFORE washing the first load.
[] This washer does not include water supply hoses.
GEstrongly recommends the use of factory specified
parts. A list of factory hoses available for purchase
are listed below. These hoses are manufactured and
tested to meet GEspecifications.
Parts and Accessories
Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24
hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal
businesshours.
Part Number
PH!4X!0002
OR
PH!4X!0005
WXlOXlO011
Accessory
/4ft RubberWater Supply Hoses
/4ft Braided Water Supply Hoses
Tide@Washing Machine Cleaner*
WX7X1 Washer Floor Tray
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[] 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.
* Tide@ is a registered trademark of Procter & Gamble.