LG 8801031531714 User Manual

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  Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed 
grounding procedures. Installation instructions are 
packed in the washer for installer’s reference. If the washer 
is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled 
by a qualified service person. Failure to follow this warning 
can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
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Do not, under any circumstances cut or remove the 
third (ground) prong from the power cord. Failure to 
follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical 
shock, or death.
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For personal safety, this appliance must be properly 
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious 
injury, fire, electrical shock,  
or death.
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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 hazard from this appliance.
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This washer must be plugged into a 120V AC, 60Hz 
grounded outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause 
serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
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 Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified 
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly 
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious 
injury, fire, electrical shock,  
or death.
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Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it 
is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it 
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. 
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, 
electrical shock, or death.
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Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor. 
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious  leak 
damage.
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 Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter 
or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. 
Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, 
fire, electrical shock, or death.
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 The washer 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.
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Never unplug your washer by pulling on the power 
cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from 
the outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious 
injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
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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. Failure to follow this 
warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, 
or death.
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When installing or moving the washer, be careful not 
to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to 
follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical 
shock, or death.
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 The washer must be installed and electrically  
grounded by a qualified service person in  accordance 
with local codes to prevent shock  hazard and assure 
stability during operation.
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The washer is  heavy. Two or more people may be 
needed to install and move the appliance. Failure to do 
so can result in back or other injury.
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Store and install the washer where it will not be  
exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed 
to outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow this 
warning can cause serious leak damage.
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 Do not install the washer in humid spaces to reduce 
the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning 
can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
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  To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all 
industry recommended safety procedures including the 
use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to 
follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result 
in property damage, personal injury or death.
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WARNING: 
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using 
this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
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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.
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