Kenmore 253.12502 Use & Care Manual page 4

Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT
Your old unit may have a cooling system that
used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofiuorocarbons
or hydrochlorofiuorocarbons). CFCs and
HCFCs are believed to harm stratospheric
ozone if released to the atmosphere.
Other refrigerants may cause harm to the
environment if released to the atmosphere. If
you are throwing away your old unit, make
sure the refrigerant is removed for proper
disposal by a qualified technician. If you
intentionally release refrigerant, you may be
subject to fines and imprisonment under the
provisions of environmental legislation.
_ WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to
ensure that safety mechanisms in this
unit will operate properly.
Electrical information
• The unit must be plugged into its own
dedicated 10 amp, 115 Volt, 60 Hz. AC
only electric outlet. The power cord of
the appliance is equipped with a three-
prong grounding plug for your protection
against shock hazards. It must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three-
prong receptacle. The receptacle must
be installed in accordance with local
codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified
electrician. Do not use an extension cord
or adapter plug.
• Immediately repair or replace any power
cord that becomes frayed or damaged.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling
on the power cord. Always grip the
plug firmly, and pull straight out from
the receptacle to prevent damaging the
power cord.
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning
and before replacing a light bulb to avoid
electrical shock.
• Performance may be affected if the
voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating
the unit with insufficient power can
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damage the motor. Such damage is not
covered under the warranty.
• Do not plug the unit into an outlet
controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to
prevent the appliance from being turned
off accidentally.
• Avoid connecting unit to a Ground Fault
Circuit Interruptor (GFCI).
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
grounding prong
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug