LG WM2801HRA Owner's Manual - Page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. • 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 flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. • Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable 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 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. • 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 qualified 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 fire. • 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. • Do not use to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. • 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. 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. wWARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in 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 fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. 4