LG WM2801HRA Owner's Manual - Page 6

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. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, CARE AND CLEANINg, AND DISPOSAL wWARNING: 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. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself. • 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 laundry products 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. • Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children. As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • Destroy the carton, plastic bag, and other packing materials after the washer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • Remove the door to the washing compartment to avoid the danger of children or small animals getting trapped inside before your washer is removed from service or discarded. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury or death. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6