LG SIGNATURE LUWM101HWA Manual Del Propietário página 5

• Destroy the carton, plastic bag, and other packing materials after the appliance is unpacked. Children
might use them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become airtight
chambers.
• The appliance must be installed and electrically grounded by qualified service personnel in accordance
with local codes.
• When installing or moving the appliance, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord.
• Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power circuit to avoid electrical overload.
• This appliance must be positioned near to an electrical power supply.
• Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing or servicing the appliance.
• 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 from this appliance.
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
• Use new hoses when connecting the washer to the water supply. Do not reuse old hoses.
Operation
• Read all instructions before using the appliance and save these instructions.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose.
• If the product has been submerged in water, sitting in standing water, or waterlogged, do not come in
contact with the product and immediately contact an LG Electronics Customer Information Center for
instructions before resuming use.
• If you detect a strange sound, a chemical or burning smell, or smoke coming from the appliance, unplug
it immediately, and contact an LG Electronics Customer Information Center.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used
for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot-water system has not been used for
such a period, before using the appliance, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each
for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame during this time.
• Do not reach into the washer if the tub or drum, agitator, or any interior parts are moving. Before
loading, unloading, or adding items, press Start/Pause and allow the tub or drum to coast to a complete
stop before reaching inside.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not allow children or pets to play on, in or with the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the
appliance is used near children or pets.
• Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent injury to persons, observe all warnings on
product labels.
• Repair or immediately replace 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.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight
out from the outlet.
• Do not use an extension cord or adapter with this appliance.
• Do not grasp the power cord or touch the appliance controls with wet hands.
• Do not modify or extend the power cord.
• If the electrical supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent
or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not put oily or greasy clothing, candles or flammable materials on top of the appliance.
• Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags,
etc.), gasoline, chemicals and other flammable vapors and liquids.
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