Safety Precautions - Hitachi EP-A8000 Instruction Manual

Safety Precautions

Please read the following safety precautions carefully before using the unit.
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must
be followed. Also read the precautions appearing in the text carefully to ensure correct use.
Definition of each indication
Incorrect operation that are carried out as a result of ignoring instructions will cause harm or
damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications.
WARNING
CAUTION
To Prevent Fire, Electric Shock and Injury
AC Outlet, Power Plug and Power Cord
Before cleaning and carrying out other types of
maintenance, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
AC outlet, and never pull it out or insert it with wet hands.
Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock or injury.
Be sure to hold the plug, not the power cord,
when unplugging it from the AC outlet.
Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock or short-
circuit, which may result in a fire.
Be sure to unplug the power cord from the AC outlet
when not using the air purifier for an extended period
of time. Also drain the water tank and water tray.
Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock, fire or
create unpleasant odors.
Securely insert the power plug into the AC outlet.
Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock, fire,
smoke emission and ignition.
Remove dust from the power plug periodically using a dry cloth.
Otherwise, it may cause a fire.
If you notice any abnormalities (water leakage, burning
smell, etc.) stop operation and unplug the power cord.
It may cause an electric shock or fire due to
ground leakage or short-circuiting.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not use with a voltage other than 220-240V AC.
Otherwise, it may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not damage the power cord.
(Do not break, modify, forcibly bend, pull or twist it.
Also do not place any heavy objects on it or pinch it.)
Otherwise, it may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not use a damaged power cord or
power plug, or a loose AC outlet.
Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock, short-
circuit or ignition.
E-4
This symbol indicates the
possibility of death or serious
injury.
This symbol indicates the
possibility of injury or damage
to property.
Indicates "warning or caution".
Indicates "prohibition".
Indicates a "must".
WARNING
Meanings of Symbols
Panel
Purifier
Clean
220-240V
Power cord
Power plug