Panasonic U-8LE1E8 Operating Instructions Manual page 3

Provide a power outlet to be used
exclusively for each unit, and a
power supply disconnect, Earth
Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB)
or Residual Current Device (RCD)
for overcurrent protection should
be provided in the exclusive line.
Provide a power outlet
exclusively for each unit, and full
disconnection means having a
contact separation in all poles
must be incorporated in the fi xed
wiring in accordance with the
wiring rules.
To prevent possible hazards
from insulation failure, the
unit must be grounded.
Do not use modifi ed
cord, joint cord,
extension cord or
unspecifi ed cord to prevent
overheating and fi re.
Stop using the product when any
abnormality/failure occurs and
disconnect the power plug or turn
off the power switch and breaker.
(Risk of smoke/fi re/electric shock)
Examples of abnormality/failure:
• The ELCB trips frequently.
• The product sometimes does not
start when turned on.
• The power is sometimes
disconnected when the cord is
moved.
• Burnt odor or abnormal noise is
detected during operation.
• The body is deformed or
abnormally hot.
• Water leaks from the indoor unit.
• Power cord or plug becomes
abnormally hot.
• Fan speed cannot be controlled.
• The unit stops running
immediately even if it is switched
on for operation.
• The fan does not stop even if the
operation is stopped.
Contact immediately your local
dealer for maintenance/repair.
CAUTION
This appliance is intended to be used
by expert or trained users in shops,
in light industry and on farms, or for
commercial use by lay persons.
This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards
involved.
Keep the fi re alarm and the air outlet
at least 1.5m away from the unit.
Do not cool or heat the room too
much if babies or invalids are
present.
Do not turn the air conditioner on
and off from the power mains switch.
Use the ON/OFF operation button.
Do not stick anything into the air
outlet of the outdoor unit. This
is dangerous because the fan
is rotating at high speed.
Do not touch the air inlet or the
sharp aluminum fi ns of the
outdoor unit. You may get
injured.
Do not sit or step on the unit.
You may fall down accidentally.
Do not stick any object
into the FAN CASE. You
may be injured and the
unit may be damaged.
NOTICE
• The compressor may occasionally stop during thunderstorms.
This is not a mechanical failure. The unit automatically
recovers after a few minutes.
• The English text is the original instructions. Other languages
are translations of the original instructions.
Important Information Regarding
The Refrigerant Used
This product contains fl uorinated greenhouse gases covered
by the Kyoto Protocol. Do not vent gases into the atmosphere.
Refrigerant type: R410A
(1)
GWP value: 1975
(1)
GWP = global warming potential
Periodical inspections for refrigerant leaks may be required
depending on European or local legislation. Please contact
your local dealer for more information.
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