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Important Safe-guards
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be taken, with
particular reference to the following:
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Read all instructions.
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To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury, do not immerse cable, plug
or appliance in water or other liquid.
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Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
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Unplug from socket when not in use and before cleaning.
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Do not operate if the cable, plug or unit itself is damaged or faulty. Return the
appliance to the nearest authorised service centre for examination, repair or adjust-
ment.
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The use of accessories or spare parts other than those recommended by the manu-
facturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
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Do not use outdoors.
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Do not use the appliance in ways other than that for which it was intended.
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Do not place the power cable under strain. Avoid twisting and/or tangling.
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Ensure that the outlet of the discharge hose is kept free from debris and blockages.
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Do not obstruct the ventilation holes at the rear of the unit or the front grilles.
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The Pinguino should not be installed where there may be combustible gases in the
atmosphere.
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Avoid using Pinguino in oily or sulphurous atmospheres or near sources of heat.
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Before moving the air conditioner, empty water from condensation tray (see draina-
ge instructions on page 15).
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Do not place hot or heavy objects on the unit.
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Clean air filter every week (see instructions on page 15).
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To disconnect, turn control to “OFF”, then unplug from wall socket.
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Important: if an extension is required, use heavy duty cable only (minimum 14 gauge
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