2_ Safety informationsafety informationIMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONSWhat the icons and signs in this user manual mean:WARNINGHazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury, deathand/or property damage.CAUTIONHazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury and/orproperty damage.CAUTIONTo reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury whenusing your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:Do NOT attempt.Do NOT disassemble.Do NOT touch.Follow directions explicitly.Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.Call the service centre for help.NoteThese warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.Please follow them explicitly.After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.Read all instructions before using the appliance.As with any equipment using electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely operatethis appliance, become familiar with its operation and exercise care when using it.Do not let children (or pets) play on or in your washing machine. The washing machine door does not openeasily from the inside, and children may be seriously injured if trapped inside.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mentalcapabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instructionconcerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.If the plug (power supply cord) is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or asimilarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.This appliance should be positioned to be accessible to the power plug, the water supply tabs and the drainpipes.For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base, ensure that the opening is not obstructed by carpetor any other obstacles.Use the new hose-sets and old hose-sets should not be reused.WARNINGWF8622NH_02796M_EN.indd 2 2011-2-12 10:18:30