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afety 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.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this appliance or any other appliances.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the
risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This appliance must
be equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Properly ground dryer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in the installation instructions. Electrical shock can
result if the dryer is not properly grounded.
• Before use, the dryer must be properly installed
as described in this manual. Electrical shock can
result if the dryer is not properly grounded.
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• Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
This appliance must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment-
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding
terminal or lead on the appliance. Electrical shock can
result if the dryer is not properly grounded.
• Install and store the dryer where it will not be
exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to the weather.
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by
an authorized servicer unless specifically
recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only
authorized factory parts. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical
shock, or death.
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