Kenmore 4885 Use and Care Guide - Page 4

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish. • Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the washer. These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials. • Do not wash items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain some oil after laundering and may catch fire. • Disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Turning the controls to the OFF position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Do not combine detergents, fabric softeners, and other laundry products from different manufacturers for use in one load unless specified on the label. Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar. Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas, resulting in serious injury or death. Do not reach into the washer while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading, or adding items, push in the cycle selector knob and allow the drum to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding procedures. Installationinstructionsare packed in the washer for installer'sreference. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualifiedservice person. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury,fire, electricalshock, or death. The washer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Failureto follow this warning can cause serious injury,fire, electrical shock, or death. • Never unplug your washer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. • This washer must be plugged into a 120VAC, 60Hz grounded outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Immediately repair or replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. Consult with a qualified service person. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • When installing or moving the washer, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • The washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes to prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation. • Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage. • Washer is heavy. Two or more people may be needed to install and move the appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. • Store and install the washer where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage. • Do not remove grounding prong. Do not use an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the washer in humid spaces. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. 4