LG DLE2516W Manual Del Propietário página 8

Part 2 IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
WARNING
!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR INSTALLATION (cont.)
• Rigid or semi rigid metal ducting is recommended for
use between the dryer and the wall. In special
installations when it is impossible to make a
connection with the above recommendations, a UL-
listed flexible metal transition duct may be used
between the dryer and wall connection only. The use of
this ducting will affect drying time.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICITY
WARNING
!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using the appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following :
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
ground prong from the power cord.
To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the
electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly
grounded
• For personal safety, this dryer must be properly
grounded.
Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury
• Refer to the installation instructions in this manual for
specific electrical requirements for your model.
Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical
shock and/or a fire hazard.
• This dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded
outlet.
Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly
grounded.
• Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
This will prevent shock hazard and assure stability during
operating.
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• DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other fasteners
which extend into the duct that could catch lint and
reduce the efficiency of the exhaust system. Secure all
joints with duct tape. ¶U For complete details, follow
the Installation Instructions.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
• The dryer should always be plugged into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating
that matches the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire
hazard from overheated wires.
• Never unplug your dryer by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the
outlet.
The power cord can be cut by any movement of the core,
resulting in electrical shock.
• 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.
These power cord can melt, creating electrical shock
and/or fire hazard.
• When installing or moving the dryer, be careful not to
pinch, crush, or damage the power cord.
This will prevent injury and damage to the dryer from fire
and electrical shock.