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•  Before use, the washer must be properly installed as 
described in this manual.
•  Do not wash articles that have been previously  
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with 
gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other fl ammable 
or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that 
could ignite or explode.
•  Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other 
fl ammable or explosive substances to the wash 
water. These substances give off vapors that could 
ignite or explode.
•  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 washer, 
turn on all hot water faucets and let the water fl ow 
from each for several minutes. This will release any 
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is fl ammable, 
do not smoke or use an open fl ame during this time.
•  Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. 
Close supervision of children is necessary when the 
washer is used near children.
•  Before the washer is removed from service or 
discarded, remove the door to prevent children from 
climbing inside.
•  Do not install or store the washer where it will be 
exposed to the weather or freezing temperatures.
•  Do not tamper with controls.
•  Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or 
attempt any servicing other than as described in this 
manual. We strongly recommend that any service be 
performed by a qualifi ed individual.
•  See Installation Instructions for grounding 
requirements.
•  ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions 
supplied by the garment manufacturer.
•  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 fi re.
•  Use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static 
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
•  This washer is not designed for maritime use or for 
mobile installations such as in RVs, aircraft, etc.
•   Turn off the water taps and unplug the washer if the 
machine is to be left for an extended period of time, 
such as during vacations.
•  Packaging material can be dangerous for children. 
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging 
from children.
•  Always check the inside of the washer for foreign 
objects before loading laundry. Keep the door closed 
when not in use.
wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this 
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be 
followed to minimize the risk of fi re or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent 
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
I M P O RTA N T   S A F E T Y   I N S T RU C T I O N S
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of 
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord 
having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate 
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the 
appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance 
- if it does not fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.
Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, fi  re, electrical shock or death.
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WARNING: 
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in