Maytag MAV-19 - Manual (Page 2)

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MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, explo-
sion, electric shock, property
damage or injury to persons
when using the appliance, fol-
low basic precautions, includ-
ing the following:
the washer until all traces of these
liquids or solids and their fumes
have been removed.
These items include acetone,
denatured alcohol, gasoline,
kerosene, some liquid household
cleaners, some spot removers, tur-
pentine, waxes and wax removers.
b. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
c. Under certain conditions, hydro-
gen gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been
used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLO-
SIVE. If the hot water system has
not been used for such a period,
before using a washing machine or
combination washer-dryer, 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.
7. Do not reach into the appliance if the
tub or agitator is moving.
8. Do not allow children or pets to play
on, in, or in front of the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when
the appliance is used near children or
pets.
9. Do not tamper with controls.
10. Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in
published user-repair instructions that
you understand and have the skills to
carry out.
11. Unplug power supply cord before
attempting to service your washer.
12. The agitator should not be removed. If
the agitator is removed, it must be
replaced by pushing down completely
and the locking screw tightened
before the washer is operated.
13. Store laundry aids and other material
in a cool, dry place where children
cannot reach them.
14. Do not wash or dry items that are
soiled with vegetable or cooking oil.
These items may contain some oil
after laundering. Due to the remaining
oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire
by itself.
15. Do not use chlorine bleach and
ammonia or acids (such as vinegar or
rust remover) in the same wash.
Hazardous fumes can form.
16. Do not machine wash fiberglass
materials. Small particles can stick to
fabrics washed in following loads and
cause skin irritation.
17. Before the appliance is removed from
service or discarded, remove the door
to the washing compartment.
18. Inlet hoses are subject to damage and
deterioration over time. Check the
hoses periodically for bulges, kinks,
cuts, wear or leaks and replace them
every five years.
WARNING:
1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. As with any equipment using electric-
ity and having moving parts, there are
potential hazards. To use this appli-
ance safely, the operator should
become familiar with the instructions
for operation of the appliance and
always exercise care when using it.
3. Do not install or store this appliance
where it will be exposed to the weather.
4. Install and level washer on a floor that
can support the weight.
5. This appliance must be properly
grounded. Never plug the appliance
cord into a receptacle which is not
grounded adequately and in accor-
dance with local and national codes.
See installation instructions for
grounding this appliance.
6. To avoid the possibility of fire or
explosion:
a. Do not wash items that have been
previously cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, other flam-
mable or explosive substances as
they give off vapors that could
ignite or explode. Hand wash and
line dry any items containing these
substances.
Any material on which you have
used a cleaning solvent, or which
is saturated with flammable liquids
or solids, should not be placed in
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