We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your unit. Always read and
obey all safety messages.
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. The symbol alerts you to potential hazards that
can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety
Alert Symbol and either the words "DANGER" or "WARNING".
All safety messages will alert you about the potential hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,
and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
Before the equipment is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as
described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock or injury when using this equipment, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
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Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do
not use an extension cord.
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Replace all panels before operating.
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It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your unit be provided. Use receptacles that
cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
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Never clean the equipment parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other pieces of equipment. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the unit is
disconnected.
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Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.
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Unplug the unit or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in
electrical shock or death.
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Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your unit unless it is specifically recommended in this
manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
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These units are CFC- and HFC-free and contains a small quantity of Isobutane (R600a), and the
ARS18PV and ARG18PV are CFC- and HFC-free and contain a small quantity of propane (R290).
Both are environmentally friendly, but flammable. They do not damage the ozone layer, nor do they
increase the greenhouse effect. Care must be taken during transportation and setting up of a unit that
no parts of the cooling system are damaged. Leaking coolant can ignite and may damage the eyes.
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In the event of any damage:
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Avoid open flames and anything that creates a spark,
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Disconnect from the electrical power line,
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Air the room in which the unit isolated for several minutes, and
EQUIPMENT SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
EQUIPMENT SAFETY
DANGER means that failure to heed this safety
statement may result in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING means that failure to heed this safety
statement may result in extensive product
damage, serious personal injury, or death.
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