2_ Safety instructionsSafety instructionsCongratulations on your new Samsung dishwasher. This manual containsimportant information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Pleasetake time to read this manual to take full advantage of your dishwasher’s manybenefits and features.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPlease read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate theextensive features and functions of your new appliance and retain it at a safe place near the appliance foryour future reference. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual.Warning and important safety instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions andsituations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing,maintaining, and operating your dishwasher.Because the following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your dishwashermay differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable. If youhave any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service center or find help and information online atwww.samsung.com.IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONSImportant safety symbolsWARNINGHazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury and/or propertydamage.CAUTIONHazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury and/or propertydamage.CAUTIONTo reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using yourdishwasher, 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 appliance is grounded to prevent electric shock.Call the service centre for help.NoteThese warning symbols are here to prevent injury to you and others.Please follow them explicitly.Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content.Pass them on to any future owner.To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basicprecautions, including the following:WARNINGDW5500MM_DD81-02615E-00_EN.indd 2DW5500MM_DD81-02615E-00_EN.indd 2 2018-11-29 10:51:232018-11-29 10:51:23