GE AMD10, Use And Care & Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use of adapter plug
(115-volt models only)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
an adapter plug. However, if you still choose to use an
adapter, a temporary connection may be made where
local codes permit. Use a UL-listed adapter, available at
most local hardware stores and make sure the 2-prong
wall outlet is properly grounded (Fig. 2). You should
have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
When you put the adapter
plug into the wall outlet,
make sure the larger prong
goes into the larger slot. This
provides the proper polarity
in the connection of the
power cord. For proper
grounding, you must also
screw the adapter to the
outlet, using the outlet cover screw.
CAUTION:
Screwing the adapter to the cover screw will not ground
the air conditioner unless:
1. The outlet is already grounded through
the house wiring; and
2. The cover screw is metal and not insulated.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter,
always hold the adapter with one hand while pulling the
plug with the other hand. If this is not done, the adapter
ground terminal is likely to break with repeated use.
Should the adapter ground terminal break,
DO NOT USE the air conditioner until a proper
ground has again been established.
Use of extension cords
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an
extension cord. However, if you still choose to use an
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a
UL-listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension
cord. The current-carrying rating of the cord in amperes
must be equal to or greater than the branch circuit size
shown on the rating nameplate of the air conditioner.
For personal safety, this air conditioner must be
properly grounded.
Electrical requirements
• Do not change the plug on the power cord of this
air conditioner.
• Follow national electrical codes or local codes and
ordinances.
• Aluminum house wiring may present special problems–
consult a qualified electrician.
The 115-volt models require a 115/120- volt a.c., 60 Hz
grounded outlet protected with a 15-amp time delay fuse
or circuit breaker.
The power cord on these models has a 3-prong (grounding)
plug that mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall
outlet (Fig. 1) to minimize the possibility of electric shock
hazard from these air conditioners.
If the wall outlet you
plan to use is only a
2-prong outlet, it is your
personal responsibility
to have it replaced with
a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the
power cord.
IMPORTANT: Leave these instructions with the appliance.
OWNER: Keep these instructions for future use.
Electrical Safety—
IMPORTANT…Please Read Carefully
TEMPORARY METHOD
(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
PERMITTED IN CANADA)
ALIGN LARGE
PRONGS/SLOTS
INSURE PROPER GROUND
AND FIRM CONNECTION
EXISTS BEFORE USE
Fig. 2
PREFERRED
METHOD
INSURE PROPER
GROUND EXISTS
BEFORE USE
Fig. 1