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Oasis Elite 975 Series
Explanation of Symbols and Safety Instructions
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if
not
avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if
not
avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
Used to address practices
not
related to
physical injury.
I
Indicates additional information that is
not
related
to physical injury.
1.3 Supplemental Directives
To reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, please
observe the following directives before proceeding to
install or operate this appliance:
• Read and follow all safety information and
instructions.
• Read and understand these instructions before
installing or operating this product.
• The installation
must
comply with all applicable local
or national codes, including the latest edition of the
following standards:
U.S.A.
– ANSI/NFPA70, National Electrical Code (NEC)
– ANSI/NFPA 1192, Recreational Vehicles Code
Canada
– ANSI Z21.57, Recreational Vehicles Code
– CSA C22.1, Parts l & ll, Canadian Electrical Code
– CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicles
1.4 General Safety Messages
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, AND/
OR EXPLOSION HAZARD. Failure to obey the
following warnings could result in death or
serious injury:
• This product
must
be installed or serviced by a
qualified service technician.
• Do
not
modify this product in any way. Modification
can be extremely hazardous.
• Frequently examine the product for an imbalance
(uneven fit, sagging, or loose parts), signs of wear or
damage to the wiring (if applicable), and other critical
parts, such as the awning fabric, cables, and arm
assemblies. Do
not
use the product if adjustments or
repairs are necessary.
• Disconnect the product from the power supply (if
applicable), and do
not
operate the product when
maintenance (such as window cleaning) is being
carried out in the vicinity.
• Do
not
allow anyone (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, to use this
product, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction (concerning the use of this product) by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Do
not
allow children to play with the product or
with the operating switch.
• Keep remote controls (if applicable) away from
children.
WARNING: IMPACT, CRUSH, OR FIRE
HAZARD. Failure to obey the following
warnings could result in death or serious
injury:
•
Never
leave an open awning unattended. Keep
the awning stowed (closed) when snow, heavy rain,
wind, and severe weather conditions are expected.
• Do
not
allow water to pool, snow to accumulate,
or heavy debris to rest on the awning fabric. Do
not
hang or place anything on the awning. The awning
will become unstable, and it could bend or collapse.
• Keep sources of heat and fire (barbecue grills,
portable heater, etc.) away from the awning.
CAUTION: PINCH HAZARD.
Maintain a horizontal distance of at least 16 in.
(41 cm) between the fully open awning and any
permanent object. Failure to obey this caution
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
Do
not
face the awning toward permanent
objects that may interfere with the awning operation.
