Whirlpool LA8860xW Washer User Manual


 
Important Safety Instructions
. Read all lnstructlons before uslng
These substances give off vapors
the washer.
that can create a
FlRE HAZARD
or
l NEVER
wash items cleaned, wash-
EXPLOSION.
ed, soaked in or spotted with wax,
l
If hot water has not been used
paint, gasoline, or flammable fluids in recently (usually 2 weeks or longer),
the washer. The fumes can create a
hydrogen gases may build up in the
FIRE HAiXRD
or
EXPLOSION.
water heater and the hot water
ALWAYS
hand launder and air dry pipes.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EX-
fabrics containing these materials.
PLOSIVE
To prevent injury or
l NEVER
allow children to operate,
damage, before using your washer,
play with, or crawl inside the washer.
turn on all hot water faucets and al-
Close supervision of chikfren is
bw water to run for several minutes.
necessary when the washer is used
This will allow gases to escape. DO
near children.
NOT smoke or use any open flame
l
When discarding an old washer,
near the faucet while it is open.
ALWAYS
remove the lid to prevent
l You are rssponslble for maklng
accidental entrapment.
sure that your washer:
l
DC
NOT
reach into the washer
-is installed, repaired, and has parts
basket while it is filling with water,
replaced by a qualified person.
while agitator is moving or while
-is properly installed and leveled on
basket is spinning. ff the lid is
a fbor that can support the weight.’
opened while the basket is spinning,
-Is connected to the correct 3-prong
the basket will automatically stop in a
outlet, electrii supply, water supply
few seconds.
and drain.*
.
DO NOT
tamper with controls.
-is properly grounded.’
l NEVER
use or store flammable fluids
-is properly maintained.’
(drycleaning solvents, kerosene) in
-is protected from the weather and
or near your washer. DO NOT add
kept where the temperature will not
flammable flubs to the wash water.
fall below freezing.
‘See the Installation Instructions.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTlONS -
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
l ALWAYS
store detergent, laundry
aids and other materials in a cool. dry
place where children can’t reach
them-in a locked cabinet if possible.
l ALWAYS
read and follow instructions
on packages of detergents and
laundry aids-especially warnings and
precautions.
l HAZARDOUS FUMES
can form if
chbtine bleach is used in the same
wash as ammonia or acids such as
vinegar or rust remover.
l ALWAYS
unplug the power supply
cord before attempting to service the
washer.
l
DC
NOT
machine wash glass fiber
materials. Small partides can stick to
fabrics washed in following bads and
cause skin irritation.
l You are responsible for maklng sure
that your washer:
- is used only for jobs normally expect-
ed of home automatic washers.
- is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
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