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SaFety inForMation
iMPortant:
Safety markings are used frequently
throughout this manual to designate a degree or level of
seriousness and should not be ignored.
Warning
indicates
a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could
result in personal injury or death.
caution
indicates a
potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury or property damage.
Warning:
improper installation, service, adjustment, or
maintenance may cause explosion, fire, electrical
shock or other hazardous conditions which may
result in personal injury or property damage.
unless otherwise noted in these instructions,
only factory authorized kits or accessories may
be used with this product.
caution:
this unit uses refrigerant r-410a. do not use
any other refrigerant in this unit. use of another
refrigerant will damage the unit.
Warning:
Shut off all electrical power to the unit before
performing any maintenance or service on the
system. Failure to comply may result in personal
injury or death.
Warning:
these units are fully charged with r-410a
refrigerant and ready for installation. When
a system is installed according to these
instructions, no refrigerant charging is required.
if repairs make it necessary for evacuation and
charging, it should only be attempted by qualified,
trained personnel thoroughly familiar with this
equipment. Some local codes require licensed
installation service personnel to service this
type of equipment. under no circumstances
should the homeowner attempt to install and/or
service this equipment. Failure to comply with
this warning could result in equipment damage,
personal injury, or death.
inStaller inForMation
Warning:
do not place combustible material on or against
the unit cabinet. do not place combustible
materials, including gasoline and any other
flammable vapors and liquids, in the vicinity of
the unit.
Warning:
the safety information listed below must be
followed during the installation, service, and
operation of this unit. unqualified individuals
should not attempt to interpret these instructions
or install this equipment. Failure to follow safety
recommendations could result in possible
damage to the equipment, serious personal
injury or death.
• The installer must comply with all local codes and
regulations which govern the installation of this type of
equipment. Local codes and regulations take precedence
over any recommendations contained in these instructions.
Consult local building codes and the National Electrical
Code (ANSI CI) for special installation requirements.
• This equipment contains liquid and gaseous refrigerant
under high pressure. Installation or servicing should only
be performed by qualified trained personnel thoroughly
familiar with this type equipment.
• All electrical wiring must be completed in accordance with
local, state and national codes and regulations and with
the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) or in Canada
the Canadian Electric Code Part 1 CSA C.22.1.
• Installation of equipment may require brazing operations.
Installer must comply with safety codes and wear
appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, work gloves,
fire extinguisher, etc.) when performing brazing operations.
• Install this unit only in a location and position as specified on
page 6. This unit is designed only for outdoor installations
and should be located with consideration of minimizing
the length of the supply and return ducts. Consideration
should also be given to the accessibility of fuel, electric
power, service access, noise, and shade.
• Follow all precautions in the literature, on tags, and on
labels provided with the equipment. Read and thoroughly
understand the instructions provided with the equipment
prior to performing the installation and operational checkout
of the equipment.
