Safety Precautions - Panasonic CS-C12HKD Operating Instructions Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
DEFINITION
The instructions to be followed are classifi ed by the following symbols:
This symbol denotes an action
that is PROHIBITED.
To prevent personal injury, injury to others, or property damage, please observe the following.
Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions may cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which is classifi ed as below:
Warning This sign warns of death or serious injury.
Remote Control
• Do not use rechargeable
(Ni-Cd) batteries.
• Do not allow infants and
small children to play with
the remote control to prevent
them from accidentally
swallowing the batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the
unit is not going to be used for
a long period of time.
• New batteries of the same
type must be inserted
following the polarity stated
to prevent malfunction of the
remote control.
Power Supply
• Do not share the same power outlet with
other equipment.
• Do not modify power cords.
• Do not use extension cords.
• Do not operate with wet hands.
• Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting
or pulling out the power plug.
• Insert the power plug properly.
• Use the specifi ed supply cord.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualifi ed persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
• Dust on the electric power plug should be
periodically wiped with a dry cloth.
• This equipment must be earthed and
strongly recommended to be installed with
Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) or
Residual Current Device (RCD). Otherwise,
it may cause electrical shock or fi re in case
of malfunction.
• In case of emergency or abnormal
conditions (burnt smell, etc), turn off the
power supply and unplug, and consult your
nearest dealer.
Outdoor Unit
• Do not insert your fi ngers or other objects
into the unit.
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Indoor Unit
• Do not install, remove and
reinstall the unit by yourself;
improper installation will
cause leakage, electric shock
or fi re. Please consult an
authorized dealer or specialist
for the installation work.
• Do not insert your fi ngers or
other objects into the unit.
• Do not attempt to repair the
unit by yourself.
Air inlet Air inlet
Air Air
outlet outlet
Air inlet
Air inlet
Air outlet
These symbols denote actions
that are COMPULSORY.
This sign warns of
injury or damage
Caution
to property.
Indoor Unit
• Do not install the unit in a potentially
explosive atmosphere.
• Do not wash the unit with water,
benzene, thinner or scouring
powder.
• Do not use for other purposes such
as preservation of food.
• Do not use any combustible
equipment in front of the airfl ow
outlet.
• Do not expose directly to cold air for
a long period.
• Ensure that the drainage pipe is
connected properly. Otherwise,
leakage may occur.
• Aerate the room regularly.
Power Supply
• Do not pull the cord to disconnect the
plug.
• Switch off the power supply and
unplug before cleaning or servicing.
• Turn off the power supply and unplug
if the unit is not used for a long period
of time.
• This air conditioner is equipped with
a built-in surge protective device.
However, in order to further protect
your air conditioner from being
damaged by abnormally strong
lightning activity, you may want to
disconnect it from the power supply.
Do not touch the air conditioner
during lightning, it may cause electric
shock.
Outdoor Unit
• Do not sit, step or place anything on
the unit.
• Do not touch the sharp aluminium
fi n.
• After long periods of use, make sure
the installation rack is not damaged.