ASKO W6441 - Manual (Page 2)

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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
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Read all instructions before using the appliance.
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Do not run appliance while you are out of the home.
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Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, cooking oils, or other
flammable or explosive substances because they
give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
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Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
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Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door to the washing compartment.
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Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
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Do not install or store this appliance where it will be
exposed to the weather.
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Do not tamper with controls.
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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or
attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user-repair instructions or in
published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
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Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other
flammable or explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
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Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been
used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using a washing
machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all
water faucets and let the water flow from each for
several minutes. This will release any accumulated
CHILD-SAFE DETERGENT DRAWER
ASKO washers have a child-safety catch on the detergent
drawer that can be engaged to prevent a child from
opening the drawer and possibly coming into contact with
the detergent or fabric softener. Refer to page 8 for
instructions on how to engage the child-safety catch.
CHILD-SAFE TEMPERATURE KNOB
Model W6021 has a child-safety catch that can be engaged
to prevent children from tampering with the temperature
knob. The catch is located below the temperature knob
behind the edge of the control panel. To engage it, insert a
flathead screwdriver in the slot on the catch. Press upwards
as you turn the catch clockwise. When you release the catch
it should protrude slightly below the control panel.
Once the catch is engaged, you must hold it up as you
turn the temperature knob to the desired setting.
CHILD-SAFE START
You can program Models W6441 and W6761 not to start
unless the Start button is held down for three seconds.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CHILD SAFETY FEATURES
hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame during this time.
WARNING!
This appliance must be properly grounded.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
A) Grounding instructions for a grounded, cord-
connected appliance
In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path
of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING!
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service
representative or personnel if you are in doubt as
to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
B) Grounding instructions for a permanently
connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
terminal or lead on the appliance.
NOTE: This manual does not cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur. Use
common sense and caution when installing,
operating, and maintaining any appliance.
This is to prevent children from inadvertently starting
the machine. Refer to the operating instructions for these
models to program this safety feature.
MORE CHILD-SAFETY TIPS
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Laundry detergents are corrosive, so always keep
them out of reach of children.
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Should a child swallow detergent, give plenty to drink
immediately, i.e., one or two glasses of milk or water.
Do not try to induce vomiting. Seek medical advice
immediately: 1-800-POISON1
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Always close the door and start the appliance as
soon as you put in the detergent.
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Always turn the power off to the machine when it is
not in use.
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Always keep small children away from the machine
when it is open. There may be some detergent
residue left inside the machine.
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If laundry detergent gets in someone’s eyes, rinse
them with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.