GE GTW685BPLDG Use and Care Manual - Page 4

SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING To reduce the risk of death, fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Ŷ Read all instructions before using the appliance. Ŷ DO NOT wash or dry 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. Ŷ 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. Ŷ 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 a washing machine, 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. Ŷ DO NOT allow children to play on or in this appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when this appliance is used near children. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door or lid. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or injury to persons. Ŷ DO NOT reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving to prevent accidental entanglement. Ŷ For waterproof, water-resistant and bulky items, only use the Bulky Items (or Delicates) cycle. DO NOT use other cycles for these items. Using other cycles can cause excessive vibration and may result in injury or damage to the washer, walls, or floor. DO NOT mix waterproof and non-waterproof items. Ŷ DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather. Ŷ DO NOT tamper with controls, repair or replace any part of this appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. Ŷ DO NOT operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug. Ŷ Unplug the appliance or turn off the circuit breaker before servicing. Pressing the Power button DOES NOT disconnect power. Ŷ See "ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS" located in the Installation Instructions for grounding instructions. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com today, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. In Canada, visit your local GE Appliances parts distributor or call 800.661.1616. Part Number PM14X10002 Or PM14X10005 WH49X301 PM7X1 Accessory 4 ft rubber water supply hoses 4 ft braided water supply hoses Drain hose extension Washer Floor Tray READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 49-90577