Electrolux 137023200 A Washer User Manual


 
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Safety
PREVENT FIRE
Do not wash items that have been previously •
cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gaso-
line, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils,
waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near
the washer. These substances give off vapors or
chemical reactions that could ignite or explode.
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 add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other •
flammable or explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
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
the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let
the water flow from each for several minutes.
This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas.
Hydrogen gas is flammable; do not smoke or
use an open flame during this time.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable •
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Failure to comply with these warnings could •
resultinre,explosion,seriousbodilyinjuryand/
or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the
washer.
PROTECT CHILDREN
Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. •
Close supervision of children is necessary when
the washer is used near children. As children
grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all ap-
pliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other pack-•
ing materials after the washer is unpacked. Chil-
dren might use them for play. Cartons covered
with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can
become airtight chambers.
Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. •
To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings
on product labels.
Before the washer is removed from service or •
discarded, remove the washer door to prevent
accidental entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could •
result in serious personal injuries.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this washer,
comply with the basic warnings listed below. Failure to comply with these warnings could
result in serious personal injuries.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow these Important Safety Instructions: