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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always follow basic safety precautions when using electrical appliances, including the
following:
WARNING
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Always observe the following to reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or injury:
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Read all instructions before using the unit.
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Use only a 220-240 volt outlet.
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Do not use the unit if the power cord or plug is damaged or if the connection to the wall
outlet is loosened.
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Periodically remove dust from the power plug
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Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the air intake or air outlet.
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When removing the power plug, always hold the plug and never pull the cord.
Failure to do so can cause a short circuit resulting in electrical shock or fire.
• Do not remove the plug when your hands are wet.
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Do not use this unit near gas appliances or fireplaces.
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Always unplug the unit when refilling the Humidifying Tray, cleaning the unit, or when the unit is not
in use. Failure to do so can cause a short circuit resulting in electrical shock or fire.
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In order to avoid safety hazards, if the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by either
the manufacturer, a service agent, a Sharp authorized Service Center or a similarly qualified
service provider.
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Only a Sharp Authorized Service Center should service this air purifier. Contact the nearest Service
Center for any problems, adjustments, or repairs.
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Do not operate the unit in rooms where aerosol insecticides are present. Do not operate the unit in
rooms where there is oily residue, incense, sparks from lit cigarettes, or chemical fumes in the air.
Do not operate the unit in places where it may get wet, such as a bathroom.
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Be cautious when cleaning the unit. Strong corrosive cleansers can damage the exterior.
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When carrying / moving the unit, first remove the Humidifying Tray, and then hold the unit by the
handles on both sides.
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Carrying / moving the unit when there is water in the Humidifying Tray can cause the following:
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Electrical shock.
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Damage to the unit caused by internal spillage.
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Water spillage.
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Do not drink the water in the Humidifying Tray.
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Replace the water in the Humidifying Tray daily with fresh tap water, and regularly clean it
(Ref. E-12 and E-13). When the unit is not in use, dispose of the water in the Humidifying Tray.
Leaving water in the Humidifying Tray can cause mold, bacteria, and bad odors.
In rare cases, such bacteria can be a health hazard.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, nor by persons with insufficient experience and knowledge of how
to operate the unit, unless they are given proper supervision and instruction on how to use the unit
by a person responsible for their safety. Do not allow children to play with the unit.
NOTE
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What to do if the unit interferes with radio or TV reception
If the air purifier interferes with radio or television reception, try one or more of the following
measures:
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Adjust or reposition the receiving antenna.
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Increase the distance between the unit and the radio or TV.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the radio or TV receiver.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.