Important Safety Instructions - Sharp DW-J27FA Operation Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Always follow basic safety precautions
when using electrical appliances, including
the following:
WARNING
– Always observe the following
to reduce the risk of electrical shock, fi re, or
injury:
• Read all instructions before using the Main
Unit.
• Use only a 220-240 volt outlet.
• This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children
should be supervised to ensure they do
not play with the appliance.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent, a Sharp authorized Service
Center or similarly qualifi ed persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Be sure to remove the power plug when
draining the water, before performing
maintenance, when removing and
attaching and replacing the fi lter and
when not using for a long time. Failure
to do so can cause a short circuit
resulting in electrical shock or fi re.
• Do not use the Main Unit if the power cord
or plug is damaged or if the connection to
the wall outlet is loose.
• Periodically remove dust from the plug.
• Do not insert fi ngers or foreign objects into
the air intake or air outlet.
• When removing the power plug, always
hold the plug and never pull on the cord.
Failure to do so can cause a short circuit
resulting in electrical shock or fi re.
• When removing the Main Unit, do not
damage the power cord with the casters.
Failure to do so can cause electric shock,
heat generation, or fi re.
• Be careful not to damage the power cord,
it may cause electric shock, excess heat or
fi res.
• Do not remove the plug when your hands
are wet.
• Do not place the Main Unit near gas
appliances or fi replaces.
• Only a Sharp Authorized Service
Center should service this air purifying
dehumidifi er. Contact the nearest Service
Center for any problems, adjustments, or
repairs.
• Do not operate the Main Unit in rooms
where aerosol insecticides are present. Do
not operate the Main Unit in rooms where
there is oily residue, incense, sparks from
lit cigarettes, or chemical fumes in the air.
Do not operate the Main Unit in places
where it may get wet, such as a bathroom.
• Be cautious when cleaning the Main Unit.
Strong corrosive cleansers can damage the
exterior.
• When carrying the Main Unit, fi rst remove
the Water Tank, and then hold the Main
Unit by the handles on both sides.
• Do not drink the water in the Water Tank.
• Do not expose the Main Unit to water.
Doing so can cause a short circuit or
electrical shock.
• Clean the Water Tank regularly. When the
Main Unit is not in use, dispose of the water
in the Water Tank. Leaving water in the
Water Tank can cause mold, bacteria, and
bad odors. In rare cases, such bacteria can
be a health hazard.
• Check for bent hose/falling height when
you want to drain continuous, and place the
hose where it will securely drain.
• Keep the temperature around the hose
above freezing point when using the hose.
Inner water may leak in the room and
dampen the furniture or may cause electric
shock/leakage, fi re.
NOTE
- What to do if the Main Unit interferes
with radio or TV reception.
If the Air Purifying Dehumidifi er interferes with
radio or television reception, try one or more
of the following measures:
• Adjust or reposition the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the Main
Unit and the radio or TV.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that of the radio or TV
receiver.
• Consult the dealer or a qualifi ed radio or
TV technician.
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