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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.

These symbols denote actions 
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:

Warning

This sign warns of death or serious injury.

Caution

This sign warns of 
injury or damage 
to property.

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.

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.

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.

Air inlet

Air inlet

Air 

Air 

outlet

outlet

Air outlet

Air inlet

Air inlet

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 please 

consult authorized dealer.

Indoor Unit

• Do not install, remove and 

reinstall the unit by yourself; 

improper installation will 

cause leakage, electric 

shock or fi re. Please consult 

authorized dealer or 

specialist for the installation 

work.

• Do not insert your fi ngers or 

other objects into the unit, 

rotating parts may cause 

injury.

• Do not attempt to repair the 

unit by yourself.

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.

Outdoor Unit

• Do not insert your fi ngers or other objects 

into the unit, rotating parts may cause 

injury.