GE GDT580SSFSS Use and Care Manual - Page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 5($'$//,16758&7,216%()25(86,1*³ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water has not been used for two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke, use an open flame, or use the appliance during this process. WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: „ Use this appliance only for its intended purpose „ Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack as described in this Owner's Manual. of the dishwasher. „ Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure „ Do not tamper with controls. panels are properly in place. „ Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher „ Do not store or use combustible materials including safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the check the manufacturer's recommendations. vicinity of this or any other appliance. WARNING! PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher 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 with your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our Website at GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca. „ Connect the dishwasher/appliance to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or run an equipmentgrounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the appliance. „ Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. „ Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly. „ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. „ To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance. 2