Water Heater Safety; Proper Installation And Maintenance - GE Appliances Profile PDW8100 Serie Manuel Du Propriétaire

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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 death.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for
two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury
by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any
electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. 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.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.

PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting
www.GEAppliances.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) in the United States. In Canada, visit
www.geappliances.ca or call 1.800.361.3400.
s Connect to a grounded metal, permanent
wiring system; or run an equipment-grounding
conductor with the circuit conductors and
connect to the equipment-grounding terminal
or lead of the appliance.
s Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician
or service representative if you are in doubt
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
s Use supply conductors rated at least 75°C
(167°F).
WARNING!
DO NOT...
s Do not tamper with controls.
s Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or
dish rack of the dishwasher.
s Do not discard a dishwasher without first
removing the door or removing the door latch.
s Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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s Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or
packing material properly.
s Do not attempt to repair or replace any part
of your dishwasher unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician.
s To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.
NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the
appliance from the power supply. We recommend having
a qualified technician service your appliance.
s Do not allow children to play around the
dishwasher when opening or closing the door
due to the possibility of small fingers being
pinched in the door.
s Do not allow children to play with, on or inside
this appliance or any discarded appliance.