Panasonic CS-C18JKD: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 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 or step on the unit, you

may fall down accidentally.

• Do not touch the sharp aluminium

fi n, sharp parts may cause injury.

• After long periods of use, make sure

the installation rack is not damaged.

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Air inlet

Air

DEFINITION

The instructions to be followed are classifi ed by the following symbols:

This symbol denotes an action

These symbols denote actions

that is PROHIBITED.

that are COMPULSORY.

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:

This sign warns of

Warning

This sign warns of death or serious injury.

Caution

injury or damage

to property.

Indoor Unit

Indoor Unit

• Do not install, remove and

• Do not install the unit in a potentially

reinstall the unit by yourself;

explosive atmosphere.

improper installation will

• Do not wash the unit with water,

cause leakage, electric

benzene, thinner or scouring

shock or fi re. Please consult

powder.

authorized dealer or specialist

• Do not use for other purposes such

for the installation work.

as preservation of food.

• Do not insert your fi ngers or

• Do not use any combustible

other objects into the unit,

equipment in front of the airfl ow

rotating parts may cause

outlet.

injury.

• Do not expose directly to cold air for

• Do not attempt to repair the

a long period.

unit by yourself.

• Ensure that the drainage pipe is

connected properly. Otherwise,

leakage may occur.

• Aerate the room regularly.

Power Supply

• Do not share the same power outlet with

other equipment.

• Do not modify power cords.

outlet

• 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.

Air inlet

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer, its service

agent or similarly qualifi ed persons in order

Air inlet

to avoid a hazard.

• Dust on the electric power plug should be

periodically wiped with a dry cloth.

• This equipment must be earthed and

Air outlet

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 please

consult authorized dealer.

Outdoor Unit

• Do not insert your fi ngers or other objects

into the unit, rotating parts may cause injury.