Hotpoint HDF310PGRWW Use and Care Manual - Page 4

SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 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 RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. ■ Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any discarded appliance. ■ Take off the door of the washing compartment. CAUTION TO PREVENT MINOR INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE ■ During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to the touch. Use care before handling. ■ Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children to play around the dishwasher when closing the door, closing the upper rack, or while vertically adjusting the upper rack due to the possibility of small fingers being pinched. ■ Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to the dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the dishwasher may result. ■ Load light-weight, plastic items so they do not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher-they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are adequate and in conformance with the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances. This appliance must have: ■ 120V, 60Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere or 20-ampere, fused electrical supply. ■ Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C (167°F). ■ If the electrical supply does not meet the above ­requirements, call a licensed electrician before ­proceeding. It is recommended to have: ■ A circuit breaker or time-delay fuse. ■ A properly grounded individual branch circuit. NOTICE ■ If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure that the switch is on prior to use. ■ If you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds after turning the switch on before touching Start to allow the control to initialize. ■ Use only powder, Cascade® Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or Finish® Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. Cascade® Platinum™ ActionPacs™ or Finish® Quantum® Automatic Dishwashing Detergent, and Cascade® Platinum™ Power Dry™ Rinse Aid or Finish® Jet-Dry® Rinse Aid rinse agents have been approved for use in all GE Appliances dishwashers. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 49-4000228