GE GFWN1100DWW Owners Manual - Page 3

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions GEAppliances.com WHEN USIN* THE WASHER Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. „ Never reach into washer while it is moving. „ Never attempt to operate this appliance Wait until the machine has completely stopped if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially before opening the door. disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, „ Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. 0L[LQJGLȺHUHQWFKHPLFDOVFDQSURGXFHDWR[LF including a damaged cord or plug. „ Do not slam the washer door closed. Do not try to force the door open when locked (LOCKED gas which may cause death. indicator ON). This could result in damage to „ Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted the washer. „ The washer is equipped with an electrical with combustible or explosive substances (such overload protector. The motor will stop as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry- if it becomes overheated. The washer will cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite automatically restart after a cool-down or explode. Do not add these substances to the period of up to 2 hours, if the washer wash water. Do not use or place these substances KDVQRWEHHQPDQXDOO\WXUQHGRȺ around your washer or dryer during operation. during this time. „ 7KHODXQGU\SURFHVVFDQUHGXFHWKHÀDPH retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer's wash and care instructions. „ To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the building's distribution panel by removing the fuse or VZLWFKLQJRȺWKHFLUFXLWEUHDNHUEHIRUHDWWHPSWLQJ any maintenance or cleaning. NOTE: Pressing the power button does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply. WHEN NOT IN USE „ 7XUQRȺZDWHUIDXFHWVWRUHOLHYHSUHVVXUHRQ hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the FRQGLWLRQRIWKH¿OOKRVHV*(UHFRPPHQGV changing the hoses every 5 years. „ Before discarding a washer, or removing it from service, remove the washer door to prevent children from hiding inside. „ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of WKLVDSSOLDQFHXQOHVVVSHFL¿FDOO\UHFRPPHQGHG in this Owner's Manual, or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. „ Do not tamper with controls. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 3