GE GBVH5140 Manual Del Propietario E Instalación página 2

iMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING.
--"WARNING! For our safe the information in this manual mustbe followed to minimize the r isk
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury or
loss of life.
The instructions in this manual and aft other literature included with this washer are
not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good, safe
practices and caution MUST be applied when installing, operating and maintaining
any appliance.
WATER HEATER S AFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks
or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive underthese circumstances.
If the hot water has not been used fin" two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or iqjtu y by
turning on all hot water fimcets and allowing them to mn fin" severer minutes. Do this befin'e using any
electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water s}:stem. This simple procedure will allow any built-up
hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during
this process.
_ PROPER INSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
• Install or store _d_ere i_will not be exposed to • Pmi)erh'• ,gr°und washer, u_ confin'm _dd_ all
temperatures belo_ fi'eezing or exposed 1o tl_e g,ovei'Jling, codes and ordinances. Follow details
weatheI, M_ich could cause permanent damage in Installation Instructions.
and imralidate tl_e x_aiTant)
YOUR L AUNDRY AREA
• Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances ti'ee of combustible matei']als such as
lint, paper; rags and chemicals.
• Do not leave the washer door open. An open door
could entice children to hang on the door or
ci'awl inside the washe_;
• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is
used b_ or near children. Do not allow children to
pla) on, with
or inside this or any other
appliance.
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