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READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Safety Precautions:
• Read all instructions before using the appliance.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this USE & CARE book.
• This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS before it is used. If you did not receive an
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by calling,
in USA toll-free, 888 9FNP USA (888 936 7872), in Canada Direct, 1 877 744 7400.
• Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.
Follow details in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
• Do not install or store washer where it will be exposed to temperatures below freezing
or exposed to the weather.
• Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid
electrical overload.
• Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
• Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and
valves and to minimize leakages if a hose or valve should break or rupture.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in this USE & CARE book or in published user repair
instructions that you understand, and have skills to carry out.
• When disconnecting the appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord or junction of
cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of the cord plug.
• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or
otherwise subject to damage or stress.
• Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleach, fabric softener, etc.) out of the reach
of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels
to avoid personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the controls.
• Keep the area around/underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of
combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of
slipping.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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