Air Conditioner Safety; Installation Requirements - Amana AMAP081AW Use And Care Manual

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all
safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or
"WARNING." These words mean:
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Disposing of the unit:
When you need to dispose of the unit, consult with your local dealer or local recycling center for information on how to
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dispose of the unit in a environmentally responsible manner.
Please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for product in an environmentally responsible manner.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.
Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation.
The location should provide:
Grounded electrical outlet within 6 ft (183 cm) of where the
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power cord exits the air conditioner.
NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.
Free movement of air in room to be cooled.
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You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
A large enough opening for the air conditioner. Installation
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parts are supplied for double-hung windows.
Allow at least 10" (25 cm) clearance from walls and furniture.
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NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Do not place the
unit in front of drapes or curtains; they may block the air intake.
Do not use an extension cord.
Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.