Electrical Information; Energy Saving Ideas - Kenmore 25371127001 Owner's Manual

Important Safety
Instructions
Avoid fire hazard or
electdc shock. Do not use an extension
cord or an adaptor plug. Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.
Grounding type
wall feces
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_grounding prong.._
Power supply
• cord with 3-prong
grounding plug
Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.
For Your Safety
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinityof
this or any other appliance. Read prc_luct labelsfor flammability and other warnings.
Prevent Accidents
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when usingyour air
conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen.
• If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you witl probably want to
clean both sides of the glass first. If the window is a triple-track type with a
screen panel induded, you may went to remove the screen completely before
installation.
• Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and correctly installed accordingto
the separate installation instructions provided with this manual. Save this
manual. Save this manual and installation instructions for possible future use in
removing or reinstalling this unit.
• When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins
on front and rear coils.
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The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on the
serial ptate. Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.
• Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire
hazards, proper grounding is important. The Dower cord is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards.
• Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the
wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a
time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper
receptacle.
• Do not run air conditioner with outside protective cover in ptace. This could result
in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
Energy Saving Ideas
• The capacity of the roomair conditioner must fit the room size for efficient and
satisfactory operation.
• Install the room air conditioner on the shady side of your home. A window that
faces north is best becauseit is shaded most of the day.
• Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains or furniture; or outside with
shrubs,enclosures, or other buildings.
• Close the fireplace damper, floor and wall registers so cool air does not escape
up the chimney and into the duct work.
• Keep blinds and drapesin other windows closedduring the sunniest partof the
day.
• Clean the air filter as recommended in the section "Care and Cleaning."
• Proper insulation and water strippingin your home will help keep warm air out
and cool air in.
• External house shading with trees, plants or awnings will help reduce the air
conditioner's work load.
• Operate heat producing appliances such as ranges, washers, dryers and
dishwashers during the coolest part of the day.
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