Important Safety Instructions; Basic Safety Precautions - Emerson QUIET KOOL EAPC8RD1 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
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 follow all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "WARNING" or "CAUTION". These words
mean:
WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your air conditioner unless it is specifically recommended in this
manual. All other services should be referred to a qualified technician.
• If the power cord becomes worn or damaged, the cord should only be replaced by a qualified service technician using
genuine replacement parts.
• The air conditioner should be plugged into its own grounded circuit (15 Amp, 60 Hz, 115 V AC circuit).
• Do not plug other appliances into the same outlet; it can overload the circuit and cause a fire or electric shock.
• Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug. It can result in a risk of electric shock.
• This appliance is not designed for use by young children. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with or climb on the unit.
• Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the appliance before use.
• Do not disassemble or modify the appliance or the power cord. It can cause a risk of electric shock or fire.
• Do not place the power cord or appliance near a heater, radiator, or other heat sources. It can cause a risk of electric
shock or fire.
• Do not use this or any appliance near flammable gases or liquids or other combustibles, such as gasoline, benzene,
thinner, etc. It can cause a risk of electric shock or fire.
• Make sure the power cord is plugged firmly and completely into the outlet. Failure to do so can cause a risk of electric
shock or fire.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
• Do not start or stop this appliance by plugging in or unplugging the power cord. It can cause a risk of electric shock.
• If the appliance is making unusual sounds or is emitting smoke or an unusual odour, turn it off and unplug it
immediately. Failure to do so can cause a risk of electric shock or fire.
•Do not use if the electrical socket is loose or damaged. It can cause a risk of electric shock or fire.
• Do not operate with wet hands. It can cause a risk of electric shock or fire.