Whirlpool LSS7233AN0 Washer/Dryer User Manual


 
IMPORTANT SAFEW INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons
when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the
l Read all instructions before using your
l Do not tamper with the controls.
washer.
l If your hot water has not been used
l Do not machine wash or machine dry
recently (usually 2 weeks or longer),
items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or
hydrogen gases may build up in your
spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or
water heater and your hot water pipes.
other flammable fluids. The fumes can
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
To
create a fire hazard or explosion. Always
prevent injury or damage, before using
hand wash and line dry items containing
your washer, turn on all hot water faucets
these materials.
and allow water to run for several min-
. Flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents,
utes. This will allow gases to escape. Do
kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be
not smoke or use any open flame near
used or stored in or near your washer. Do
your faucet while it is open.
not add flammable fluids to your wash Please . . .
water. These substances give off vapors
that can create a fire hazard or explosion.
l Have only a qualified repairman install,
repair, or replace parts on washer.
l Do not allow children to operate, play with,
or crawl on or inside your washer. Super-
vise children closely when your washer is
used near them.
l Maintain washer properly.
. Protect washer from the weather and
keep it where the temperature will not fall
below freezing.
l Before your washer is removed from
l Install and level washer on a floor that
service or discarded, remove the lid to
prevent accidental entrapment.
can support the weight.’
*After starting a cycle, do not reach into the
l Connect washer to the correct 3-prong
basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is
outlet, electrical supply, water supply, and
drain.’
pushed in and all motion stops.
l Ground washer properly.*
*See the Installation Instructions.
Understanding your responsibilities
l Store detergent, laundry aids and other
materials in a cool, dry place where
children cannot reach them (in a locked
cabinet if possible).
l Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia
or acids (such as vinegar or rust re-
mover) in the same wash. Hazardous
fumes can form.
l Read and follow instructions on pack-
ages of detergent and laundry aids,
especially warnings and precautions.
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled
with vegetable or cooking oil. These
items may contain some oil after launder-
. Unplug power supply cord before
attempting to service your washer.
l Do not machine wash fiberglass materi-
als. Small particles can stick to the
fabrics washed in following loads and
cause skin irritation.
ing. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric
may smoke or catch fire by itself.
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