Haier GE ASH124UCDDA Installation Instructions Manual page 5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
WARNING
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
electric shock, or personal injury.
• Use this equipment only for its intended purpose as
described in this manual.
• This heat pump must be properly installed in
accordance with these instructions before it is used.
• All wiring should be rated for the amperage value listed
on the rating plate. Use only copper wiring.
• All electrical work must be completed by a qualified
electrician and completed in accordance with local and
national building codes.
• Any servicing must be performed by a qualified
individual. GE Appliances/Haier recommends factory
trained service & installation contractors that meet local
and national code requirements for the region.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Could cause injury or death.
• An adequate ground is essential before connecting the
power supply.
• Disconnect all connected electric power supplies before
servicing.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE. Could cause injury or death.
• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WARNING
• 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
that they do not play with the appliance.
• To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bag or
thin film used as the packaging material away from young
children.
• Be sure not to allow foreign materials (oil, water,
etc) entering the refrigerant piping. Seal the ends of
refrigerant piping before storage.
• For installation purposes, be sure to use the parts
supplied by the manufacturer or other prescribed parts.
The use of non-prescribed parts can cause serious
accidents such as the unit falling, water leakage, electric
shock, or fire.
• The rated power supply of this product is listed on the
unit's nameplate. Verify the voltage is within 187~253
range before turning the equipment on.
• Supply power to the heat pump should be from a
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For any service which requires entry into the
refrigerant sealed system, Federal regulations
require that the work is performed by a technician
having a Class II or Universal certification.
• All air conditioners contain refrigerants, which under
federal law must be removed prior to product disposal.
If you are getting rid of an old product with refrigerants,
check with the company handling disposal.
• These R-410A heat pumps systems require that
contractors and technicians use tools, equipment and
safety standards approved for use with this refrigerant.
DO NOT use equipment certified for R22 refrigerant only.
• Repair or replace immediately all electrical wiring that
has become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use
wiring that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either end.
dedicated circuit that meets branch circuit ampacity
requirements.
• Use a special branch circuit breaker and receptacle
matched to the power circuit capacity of the heat pump.
Install in accordance with local technical standard for
electrical equipment .
• Perform wiring work in accordance with standards so
that the unit can be operated safely.
• Install in accordance with the related laws and
regulations and electric company standards.
• Ensure that the unit shall be installed in accordance with
local and national wiring codes
• Ensure the dimensions of the space necessary for
correct installation of the appliance including the
minimum permissible distances to adjacent structures
• Ensure only approved units are connected together
and that all refrigerant line dimensions and refrigerant
charging requirements are followed to prevent
exceeding the maximum operating pressure
• ONLY connect units that are labeled with the same
refrigerant.
• Any damage of electrical supply must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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