Safety Instructions; Warnings - Kelvinator KSV26CRE User Manual

Safety instructions

• Contact an authorised installer for installation of this unit.
• Contact an authorised service technician for repair or
maintenance of this unit.
• The socket outlet required to supply power must be
connected and commissioned by a licensed contractor.
• 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.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the air conditioner.
• If the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work
shall be performed by authorised personnel only.
• Installation work must be performed in accordance with
the national wiring standards and the electricity suppliers
service rules by authorised personnel only.
• If the system is to be moved to another location or
disposed of, only a suitably qualified person is permitted
to undertake such work.
• Take care not to catch fingers on the fan blade when
adjusting vertical louvres.
• This air conditioner uses R32 refrigerant.
How to properly use and maintain your air conditioner
Just a little preventative care on your part can save you
a great deal of time and money over the life of your air
conditioner. You'll find many answers to common problems
in the chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review the chart
of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call
for service.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
warning
This symbol indicates information concerning your
personal safety
caution
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid
damaging the appliance
tips and information
This symbol indicates tips and information about
use of the appliance
environmental tip
This symbol indicates tips and information about
economical and ecological use of the appliance
This symbol indicates always do this
This symbol indicates never to do this
warning
Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting
process or to clean, other than those recommended
by the manufacturer.
Do not store the appliance in a room with continuously
operating ignition sources (for example open flames,
an operating electric heater or an operating gas
appliance with a continuously lit pilot flame).
Do not pierce or burn.
Be aware that the refrigerant may be odourless.
Ensure the unit is properly connected to the power.
Excess heat generation caused by incorrect
connection may result in an electric shock or fire.
Do not operate or stop the unit by switching on or
off at the power source.
This may cause an electric shock or fire due to excess
heat generation.
Do not damage or use an unspecified power cord.
This may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not modify power cord length or share the outlet
with other appliances.
This may cause an electric shock or fire due to excess
heat generation.
Do not operate with wet hands or in damp environment.
This may cause an electric shock.
Do not direct airflow at room occupants only.
This could damage your health.
Always ensure that the unit is correctly earthed.
No earthing may cause electric shock.
Do not allow water to run into electric parts.
It may cause failure of the unit or electric shock.
Always install circuit breaker and a dedicated
power circuit.
Improper installation may cause fire and electric shock.
Disconnect the power if strange sounds, smells,
or smoke come from the unit.
It may cause fire and electric shock.
Do not drink water drained from air conditioner.
It contains contaminants and could make you sick.
Do not open the unit during operation.
It may cause electric shock.
Use correctly rated circuit breaker or fuse.
There is risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not use the power cord close to heating appliances.
It may cause fire and electric shock.
Do not use the power cord near flammable gas or
combustibles, such as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc.
It may cause an explosion or fire.
Ventilate room before operating air conditioner if
there is a gas leakage from another appliance.
It may cause explosion, fire and burns.
Do not disassemble or modify unit.
It may cause failure and electric shock.
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