Safety Precautions - Panasonic WH-MXC16J9E8 Service Manual

1. Safety Precautions

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Read the following "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS" carefully before installation of (Mono bloc) Air-to-Water Heatpump
system (hereafter referred to as "Mono bloc unit").
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Electrical works and water installation works must be done by licensed electrician and licensed water system
installer respectively. Be sure to use the correct rating and main circuit for the model to be installed.
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The caution items stated here must be followed because these important contents are related to safety. The
meaning of each indication used is as below.
Incorrect installation due to ignorance or negligence of the instructions will cause harm or damage, and the
seriousness is classified by the following indications.
This indication shows the possibility of causing death or serious injury.
WARNING
This indication shows the possibility of causing injury or damage to properties only.
CAUTION
The items to be followed are classified by the symbols:
Symbol with white background denotes item that is PROHIBITED.
Symbol with dark background denotes item that must be carried out.
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Carry out test run to confirm that no abnormality occurs after the installation. Then, explain to user the operation,
care and maintenance as stated in instructions. Please remind the customer to keep the operating instructions for
future reference.
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If there is any doubt about the installation procedure or operation, always contact the authorized dealer for advice
and information.
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This appliance is not intended for accessibility by the general public.
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Please leave this installation manual to the user after installation.
Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Any unfit
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method or using incompatible material may cause product damage, burst and serious injury.
Do not install Mono bloc unit near handrail of veranda. When installing Mono bloc unit at veranda of high rise building, child may climb
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up to Mono bloc unit and cross over the handrail and causing accident.
Do not use unspecified cord, modified cord, join cord or extension cord for power supply cord. Do not share the single outlet with other
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electrical appliances. Poor contact, poor insulation or over current will cause electrical shock or fire.
4. Do not tie up the power supply cord into a bundle by band. Abnormal temperature rise on power supply cord may happen.
5. Do not insert your fingers or other objects into the unit, high speed rotating fan may cause injury.
6. Do not sit or step on the unit, you may fall down accidentally.
7. Keep plastic bag (packaging material) away from small children, it may cling to nose and mouth and prevent breathing.
8. Do not purchase unauthorized electrical parts for installation, service, maintenance and etc.. They might cause electrical shock or fire.
Do not pierce or burn as the appliance is pressurized. Do not expose the appliance to heat, flame, sparks, or other sources of ignition.
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Else, it may explode and cause injury or death.
Do not modify the wiring of Mono bloc unit for installation of other components (i.e. heater, etc). Overloaded wiring or wire connection
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points may cause electrical shock or fire.
11. Do not add or replace refrigerant other than specified type. It may cause product damage, burst and injury etc.
12. This Mono bloc unit is a multi supply appliance. All circuits must be disconnected before accessing the unit terminals.
For electrical work, follow the national regulation, legislation and this installation instructions. An independent circuit and single outlet
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must be used. If electrical circuit capacity is not enough or defect found in the electrical work, it will cause electrical shock or fire.
For water circuit installation work, follow to relevant European and national regulations (including EN61770) and local plumbing and
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building regulation codes.
Engage authorized dealer or specialist for installation. If installation done by the user is incorrect, it will cause water leakage, electrical
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shock or fire.
16. Install according to this installation instructions strictly. If installation is defective, it will cause water leakage, electrical shock or fire.
WARNING
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