Electrolux EFLS210TIW Complete Owner s Guide English - Page 4

4 Important Safety Instructions PREVENT INJURY • To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during opera- tion, the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for installer's reference. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person. • To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never ground the washer to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug. • Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas - resulting in serious injury or death. • Do not combine laundry products for use in same load unless specified on the label. • Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar. WARNING FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire or death. PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer: • All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this Use & Care Guide. Use only authorized factory parts. • Do not tamper with controls. • Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. • Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor. It may be necessary to reinforce the floor to prevent vibration or movement. • Do not sit on, step on or stand on the washer. Do not rest heavy loads on top. The washer is not meant to support weight. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Canceling a cycle or turning the power off at the console does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply. • To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, press POWER button to stop the cycle. Allow the wash tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside. • This washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. • Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. Grounding type wall receptacle Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong. WARNING HARMFUL VAPOR HAZARD Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid or products containing ammonia. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death. Power cord with 3-prong grounded plug