Important Safety Instructions - GE RAP02W Installation Instructions Manual

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:
• Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.
• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• 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.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
WARNING
• Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process
or to clean, other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.
• The appliance shall be stored in a room without
continuously operating ignition sources (for example:
open flames, an operating gas appliance or an
operating electric heater.
• Do not pierce or burn refrigerant tubing. Be aware that
refrigerants may not contain an odor.
• Keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction.
• When handling, installing, and operating the appliance,
care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant
tubing.
Units are recommended to operate at conditions of 104 F Outdoor and 80 F indoor and below.
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Safety
Risk of Fire or Explosion. This unit contains flammable refrigerant.
Additional safety precautions must be followed.
• 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.
• Do not store anything directly on top of the air
conditioner.
• Use two or more people to move and install air
conditioner.
• Never operate the air conditioner without the filters in
place.
• Do not use the air conditioner near a bathtub, shower or
wash basin or other wet area.
• Do not drill holes in the unit.
• Maintenance, cleaning, and service should only be
performed by technicians properly trained and qualified
in the use of flammable refrigerants.
• GE Appliances does not support any servicing of the air
conditioner.
• Dispose of air conditioner in accordance with Federal
and Local Regulations. Flammable refrigerants require
special disposal procedures. Contact your local
authorities for the environmentally safe disposal of your
air conditioner.
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