Hitachi BD-W3500 Operating Instructions Manual page 13

CAUTION
Before, after, and during operation
Turn on the tap and make sure there is no leakage before washing and drying.
Loose screws may result in water leakage and unexpected damage. The metal fixtures and gasket of
the tap can deteriorate and rust over long periods of use, resulting in leaks.
Turn off the tap when not in use.
This can prevent unexpected water leakage.
Check for leaks after tap connection whenever the machine is installed or moved.
This can prevent unexpected water leakage.
Open and close the door gently.
Failure to do so may result in injuries, damage to surrounding walls, or malfunction of the machine.
Check and ensure that lint and other particles are not attached to the surface of the
door bellows before operating the machine.
Such particles may interfere with the sealing of the door and result in water leakage.
Do not attempt to open the door by force when it is locked. (P. 31 to 33)
Doing so may damage the door and lock, or result in injuries or malfunction of the machine.
Make sure the lint filter is properly attached before operation, and do not remove it
during operation.
Improper attachment or removal will result in water leakage.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the door bellows when loading or unloading
laundry.
Doing so may warp the door bellows and result in water leakage.
Do not pull out the detergent dispenser during operation.
Doing so may result in steam or water leakage.
Do not remove the dry filter during drying operations.
Doing so may result in steam or water leakage or burns.
Do not place your hands and feet under the machine during operation.
Doing so may result in injuries.
Do not touch the metallic parts of the drum or door, the top right portion of the
machine, or the laundry (zippers, metallic buttons, etc.) during or after drying
operations.
Doing so may result in burns.
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