221. Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire. DONOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PLUG. If you do not have athree-prong electric receptacle outlet in the wall, have a certified electricianinstall the proper receptacle. The wall receptacle MUST be properly grounded.22. Hydrogen gas may be produced if the water heater has not been used in morethen 2 weeks. This may be explosive under certain circumstances. If this is thecase, before using this appliance turn on all the hot faucets and let the hotwater run for a few minutes. This will let the trapped hydrogen escape. Duringthis process do not turn on an electric appliance, smoke, light a match/lighteror use a flame to avoid an accident, as hydrogen gas is flammable and canexplode.23. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicingunless specifically recommended in the user-repair instructions, which youunderstand and have the skill to carry out.Note: If for any reason this product requires service, we stronglyrecommend that a certified technician perform the service.24. To reduce the risk or electric shock or fire, do not use extension cords oradapters to connect the unit to electrical power source.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSFor Future UseEnglishDANGERRisk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your oldappliance, take off the door so that children maynot easily get trapped inside.Thank you for purchasing our Haierproduct. This easy-to-use manual willguide you in getting the best use ofyour washer.Remember to record the model andserial number. They are on a label inback of the washer.Model numberSerial numberDate of purchaseStaple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtainwarranty service.