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WARNING STATEMENTS

Warning
  • To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, scalding or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

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Installation

Contact an authorized service center before installing or relocating the appliance to avoid injury or product damage when moving the appliance.When moving the appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.The appliance is heavy. Two or more people are necessary to move and install the appliance to prevent damage or injury.Prior to use, ensure that you are connecting the appliance to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for use with this appliance. It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.Before use, the appliance must be properly installed as described in this manual. Electric shock can result if the appliance is not properly grounded.Do not install the appliance where there may be a danger of the unit falling. The appliance is not designed for use on ships or airplanes. Check with an authorized LG service center for use under other special circumstances.Do not tamper with controls.Install the appliance where the floor is firm and level. The appliance may vibrate excessively and eventually fall if installed on an unstable surface, causing damage or injury.Keep the front side protected when transporting the appliance. Do not truck from the front. The tempered glass panel on the front of the appliance may break, causing damage or injury.Properly ground the appliance to conform to all governing codes and ordinances. Follow the details in the installation instructions. Electric shock can result if the appliance is not properly grounded.Install and store the appliance where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather. Allow the appliance to warm to room temperature before use if it was delivered in winter or at sub-zero temperatures.Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the appliance in humid spaces such as a bathroom. Failure to follow this warning can cause death, serious injury, fire, electric shock, or product deformation or malfunction.Remove all packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly. Failure to do so can result in burns, fire, explosion, or death.Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power circuit to avoid electrical overload. Improper power circuits can melt, creating electric shock and/or fire hazard.Keep all packaging from children. Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation.Do not install near another heat source such as a stove, oven or heater. Failure to follow this warning can cause product deformation, smoke, or fire.Do not place candles, smoking materials, or other flammables on top of the appliance. Dripping wax, smoke, or fire can result.Remove all protective vinyl film from the appliance. Failure to do so can cause product damage, smoke, or fire.Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing, Service personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: pump, valve, motor, control board.

Operation

Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.Do not climb, stand, or hang on the door or on the shelf or anywhere inside the appliance. The appliance could fall over or be damaged, or other damage or injury could occur.Do not step on the doors to the water tanks. The appliance could fall and cause damage and injury.Do not place heavy or dangerous objects on top of the appliance.Do not put live animals inside the appliance.Do not allow children to climb into the appliance.In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service center before resuming use. Do not touch or disassemble the electrical outlet of the appliance.Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the appliance or store them inside the appliance. Do not place the appliance in the vicinity of flammable gas.Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke coming from the appliance.In the event of a flood: Do not go near the appliance when its base is submerged under water. Contact the service center. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.Do not place hands or body near the steam nozzle during operation. The steam is hot and could cause an injury.Do not insert objects into the steam nozzle. Excessive noise and fire could result.Do not drink the water from the water supply or drain tanks.Do not disassemble or modify the appliance.Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below the appliance.Do not operate the appliance or touch the power cord with wet hands.Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the door and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing the door when children are nearby.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in the appliance. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.Do not open door during operation. The performance of the product may be adversely affected. If the product is installed on or near carpet, condensation from escaping hot air or steam may stain or damage the carpet.Do not use the product for other than the intended purposes. Damage incurred by using the product for purposes other than those specified in this user manual are not covered by the warranty.Do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g. parts made at home using a 3D printer).

Connecting Electricity

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from the power cord. To prevent personal injury or damage to the appliance, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet.This appliance must be plugged into a 120-VAC, 60-Hz grounded outlet protected by a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, explosion, or death.This appliance must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Electrical shock can result if the appliance is not properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Failure to follow these instructions can create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.Install the appliance where the plug is easily accessible. Unplug the appliance when not in use to avoid risk of fire or electric shock.Unplug the appliance before disassembly or repair to avoid risk of electric shock.The appliance 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.Do not use an extension cord to connect to an outlet. Doing so could result in a fire or electric shock.Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. The power cord can be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire and electric shock.Contact LG or a qualified repair person immediately to repair or replace 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. The power cord can melt, creating electric shock and/or fire hazard.When installing or moving the appliance, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. This will prevent injury and damage to the appliance from fire and electric shock.Do not use a portable multi-socket outlet which is not properly grounded. If needed, use only a multi-socket outlet which is properly grounded and has a rating of 15 A or higher. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire caused by the device overheating. If the circuit breaker on the device trips, it could turn off power to the appliance.

Maintenance and Disposal

Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas regularly. Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug. Do not use an appliance to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove interior odors.Do not spray water onto the appliance directly when cleaning. A fire or electric shock may occur.Wipe the interior with a dry cloth after use.Clean the lint filter before or after each load.To avoid physical injury and burns, use care when cleaning the condenser and do not touch or clean the condenser with bare hands.

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.This appliance must be equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.Do not modify the plug. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.Do not use a bleaching agent such as oxygen- or chlorine-based bleaches on the exterior of the appliance. They may cause discoloration when applied to the surface of the product.Do not use sharp objects when cleaning or operating the controls. An electric shock may occur.Avoid hitting the front glass panel with heavy objects. Although it is made of tempered glass, the panel may break in the event of a strong impact and cause injury.Keep the appliance free from rodents, insects, and other foreign objects. They may damage wires, causing fire or electric shock.Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment. Cut off the power plug and destroy the button section to prevent reuse.This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. Electric shock can result if the appliance is not properly grounded.Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.