Safety Information - GE AWFS08 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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.
described in this Owner's Manual.
This air conditioner must be properly installed in
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it
is used.
Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight
out from the receptacle.
Replace immediately all electric service cords
that have become frayed or otherwise damaged.
A damaged power supply cord must be replaced
with a new power supply cord obtained from the
manufacturer and not repaired. Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or
at either the plug or connector end.
Turn the unit OFF and unplug your air conditioner
before cleaning.
For your safety...do not store or use combustible
materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
RISK OF FIRE. Could cause serious injury or death.
Conditioner.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
49-5000864 Rev. 1
Risk of Fire or Explosion. This unit contains flammable refrigerant.
Additional safety precautions must be followed.
If the receptacle does not match the plug, the
receptacle must be changed out by a qualified
electrician.
GEAppliances does not support any servicing of
sealed system components (i.e. refrigerant containing
parts) in the air conditioner.
Service of all other components may ONLY be
completed by a qualified technician.
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.
Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room
such as a bathroom or laundry room.
The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent
mechanical damage from occurring.
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.
GEAppliances does not support any servicing of
sealed system components (i.e. refrigerant containing
parts) in 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.
with this Window Air Conditioner.
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