Hitachi SF-P130XWV, Operating & Installation Instructions Manual

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General safety
Safety Instructions
This washing machine is designed for home use only.
Before operating the washing machine, please read these safety instructions carefully.
Warning
Issues which could cause death or serious injury.
Power source
and cord
Installation
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Do not dismantle, repair or modify the washing machine.
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This could cause malfunction, fi re, electric shock or injury.
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Contact your local service center for repairs.
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Do not put fi re sources or anything infl ammable in or near the washing
machine (gas, diesel, petroleum, thinner, alcohol, or clothes stained with
these substances).
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This could cause an explosion or fi re.
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Do not pour water on the washing machine when it is running.
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This could cause an electric shock.
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Do not climb on the washing machine. Do not place heavy object, drop any
object or apply impact on the lid glass.
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This could cause lid glass breakage. If any scratch or breakage is found
on lid glass, stop using the washing machine and contact your local
service center to request inspection and repair.
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It is a malfunction if the tub is still spinning when the lid lock is released and
you can open the lid. If this happens, do not touch the laundry inside the
tub and stop using the washing machine immediately. Contact your local
service center for repair.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Do not install the washing machine in an extremely humid place, such as a
bathroom or a place exposed to rain.
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Risk of fi re, electric shock, current leakage, corrosion or product damage.
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Do not install the washing machine on a board with castors or on an
unstable surface.
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This may cause injury or malfunction due to abnormal vibration.
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The washing machine must be grounded if you use a two-pin plug adapter
on the three-pin plug.
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Not doing so could cause an electric shock.
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Use a new water supply hose to connect the washing machine to the water
tap.
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The opening must not be obstructed by carpeting if the washing machine is
installed on a carpeted fl oor.
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Do not insert or remove the power plug with wet hands.
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This could cause an electric shock.
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Use the rated voltage. Do not connect other devices to the same outlet.
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Using the washing machine and other electric appliances on the same
outlet may cause the plug to overheat and result in fi re.
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Clean off any dust on the power plug.
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A dirty or dusty plug may cause a fi re.
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Do not use an electric socket or outlet that is damaged or loose.
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This could cause an electric shock, short circuit, or fi re.
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Do not damage, cut, modify, bend, or fold the power cord.
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This could damage the power cord and cause a fi re or electric shock.
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Do not use an extension cord on the power cord.
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This could cause overheating or fi re.
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If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or
repair shop authorized by the manufacturer to avoid risks.