Kenmore 796.292796 Washer User Manual


 
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons when using this appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following.
Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of
electric shock.
Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or
solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish.
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 wash items that are soiled with vegetable or
cooking oil. These items may contain some oil after
laundering and may catch fire.
Disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any user maintenance. Turning the
controls to the OFF position does not disconnect this
appliance from the power supply. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or
death.
Do not combine detergents, fabric softeners, and
other laundry products from different manufacturers
for use in one load unless specified on the label,
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar. Follow package directions when
using laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce
poisonous gas, resulting in serious injury or death.
Do not reach into the washer while parts are moving.
Before loading, unloading or adding items, press the
START/PAUSE button and allow the drum to coast to
a complete stop before reaching inside. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed
grounding procedures. Installationinstructionsare packed
in the washer for installer's reference. If the washer is moved
to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a
qualified service person. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
third (ground) prong from the power cord. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical
shock, or death.
For personal safety, this appliance must be properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a
3- prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard
3- prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility
of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
This washer must be plugged into a 120VAC, 60Hz
grounded outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it
is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage.
Do not remove grounding prong. Do not use an adapter
or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3- prong outlet.
Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury,
fire, electrical shock, or death.
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The washer should always be plugged into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that
matches the rating plate. Thisprovides the best performance
and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug your washer by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have
become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord
that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or
at either end. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
When installing or moving the washer, be careful not to
pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to follow
this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock,
or death.
The washer must be installed and electrically grounded
by a qualified service person in accordance with local
codes to prevent shock hazard and assure stability during
operation.
Wahser is heavy. Two or more people may be
needed to install and move the appliance. Failure to do
so can result in back or other injury.
Store and install the washer where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor
weather conditions. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious leak damage.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the
washer in humid spaces. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all
industry recommended safety procedures including the
use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to
follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in
property damage, personal injury or death.
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