SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
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.
WARNING
• Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process
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.
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Risk of Fire or Explosion. This unit contains flammable refrigerant.
Additional safety precautions must be followed.
• 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.
• If the receptacle does not match the plug, the receptacle
must be changed out by a qualified electrician.
• 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.
• GE Appliances does not support any servicing of 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.
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