Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Read these instructions carefully before operating the unit.
1)
All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes and must
be installed by a qualified electrician. If you have any questions
regarding the following instructions, contact a qualified electrician.
2)
Check available power supply and resolve any wiring problems
BEFORE installing and operating this unit.
3)
This 115V air conditioner uses 4.8 or less nameplate amps and may
be used in any properly wired, general purpose household receptacle.
See
Table 1
for specifications for individual branch circuit.
4)
For your safety and protection, this unit is grounded through the power
cord plug when plugged into a matching wall outlet. If you are not sure
whether your wall outlet is properly grounded, please consult a qualified
electrician.
5)
The wall outlet must match the 3-prong plug on the service cord
supplied with the unit. DO NOT use plug adapters. See
Table 2
for
receptacle and fuse information. If it is necessary to use an extension
cord to connect your air conditioner,
use an approved “air
conditioner” extension cord only
(available at most local hardware
stores).
6)
The rating plate on the unit contains electrical and other technical data.
The rating plate is located on the right side of the unit, above the power
cord.
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TABLE 1
Suggested Individual Branch Circuit
Nameplate Amps
*AWG Wire Size
4.5 to 4.8
18
AWG- American Wire Gauge
*Based on copper wire at 60°C temperature rating.
TABLE 2
Receptacle and Fuse Types
Rated Volts
125
Amps
15
Wall Outlet
Fuse Size
15
Time Delay Fuse
Plug Type
(or Circuit Breaker)
