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Troubleshooting Tips
Operating Instructions
Safety Instructions
Installation
Instructions
Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the door.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia
or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.
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gas which may cause death.
Do not wash or dry articles that have been
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted
with combustible or explosive substances (such
as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-
cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite
or explode. Do not add these substances to the
wash water. Do not use or place these substances
around your washer or dryer during operation.
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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
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any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE:
Pressing the
power button does
NOT
disconnect the appliance
from the power supply.
Never attempt to operate this appliance
if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing or broken parts,
including a damaged cord or plug.
Do not slam the washer door closed. Do not try
to force the door open when locked (LOCKED
indicator ON). This could result in damage to
the washer.
The washer is equipped with an electrical
overload protector. The motor will stop
if it becomes overheated. The washer will
automatically restart after a cool-down
period of up to 2 hours, if the washer
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during this time.
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hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if
a break or rupture should occur. Check the
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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
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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.
WHEN NOT IN USE
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.
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