Air Conditioner Safety - GE GEP-09CA Installation And User Manual

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY

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," "WARNING" or "CAUTION."
These words mean:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the air conditioner,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
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Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.
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Plug into a grounded outlet only.
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Do not remove ground contacts from the power cord
plug.
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Do not use an adapter.
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Do not use an extension cord.
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Do not operate the air conditioner if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has
been damaged or dropped.
•
The air conditioner should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service
company for examination, repair, or adjustment.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
An imminently hazardous situation. You could be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
bodily injury.
A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor
injury.
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Disconnect power before cleaning.
NOTE: Turning off power by pressing the Power button
does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power
supply.
•
Do not install or use the air conditioner in any area where
the atmosphere contains combustible gases or where the
atmosphere is contaminated. Avoid any chemicals coming
in contact with your air conditioner.
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Do not store anything directly on top of the air conditioner.
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Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.
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Never operate the air conditioner without the filter in
place.
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Do not use the air conditioner near a bathtub, shower or
wash basin or other wet area.
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