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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
electric shock, or personal injury.
• Use this equipment only for its intended purpose as
described in this manual.
• This heat pump must be properly installed in
accordance with these instructions before it is used.
• All wiring should be rated for the amperage value listed
on the rating plate. Use only copper wiring.
• All electrical work must be completed by a qualified
electrician in accordance with local and national building
codes.
• Any servicing must be performed by a qualified
individual. GE Appliances/Haier recommends factory
trained and service & installation contractors that meet
local and national code requirements for the region.
• All air conditioners contain refrigerants, which under
federal law must be removed prior to product disposal.
If you are getting rid of an old product with refrigerants,
check with the company handling disposal.
• These R-410A heat pumps systems require that
contractors and technicians use tools, equipment and
safety standards approved for use with this refrigerant.
DO NOT use equipment certified for R22 refrigerant
only.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Could cause injury or death.
• An adequate ground is essential before connecting the
power supply.
• Disconnect all electric power supplies before servicing.
• Repair or replace immediately all electrical wiring that
has become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use
wiring that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either end.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE. Could cause injury or death.
• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or
other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
For any service which requires entry into the
refrigerant sealed system, Federal regulations
require that the work is performed by a technician
having a Class II or Universal certification.
WARNING
- This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product
- Ensure that the unit shall be installed in accordance with local and national wiring codes
- Ensure the dimensions of the space necessary for correct installation of the appliance including the minimum
permissible distances to adjacent structures
- Ensure only approved units are connected together and that all refrigerant line dimensions and refrigerant charging
requirements are followed to prevent exceeding the maximum operating pressure
- ONLY connect units that are labeled with the same refrigerant.
- Any damage of electrical supply must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
