Danby DPAC12012P Product Manual - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL SAFETYINFORAL4TIONBEFORE USING ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1) Check available power supply and resolve any wiring problems BEFORE installation and operation of this unit. All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes and be installed by a qualified electrician. If you have any questions regarding the following instructions, contact a qualified electrician. 2) This appliance draws 9.5 nameplate amps under Cooling Mode and may be used in any properly wired, general purpose 15 amp household grounded receptacle. 3) For your safety and protection, this unit is grounded through the power cord plug when plugged into a matching wall outlet. If you are not sure whether the wall outlets in your home are properly grounded, please consult a qualified electrician. A WARNING: Improper connection of the groundingplug can result in risk ofFire, Electric Shock and/or injury to Persons associated with the appliance. Check with a qualified service representative if in doubt that the appliance is proploy grounded. 4) DO NOT USE PLUG ADAPTERS OR EXTENSION CORDS WITH THIS UNIT. If it is necessary to use an extension cord with this unit, use an approved "air conditioner" extension cord only (available at most local hardware stores). 5) To avoid the possibility of personal injury, always disconnect the power supply to the unit before installing and/or servicing. TABLE 1 Suggested Individual Branch Circuit Nameplate Amps 9.5 *AWG Wire Size 16 AWG- American Wire Gauge *Band on copper wire at 105°C temperature rating. TABLE 2 Receptacle and Fuse Types Rated Volts 125 Amps 15 Wall Outlet i Fuse Size Time Delay Fuse (or Circuit Breaker) 15 Plug 'Type A CAUTION: Do not leave this unit unattended in a space where people or animals cannot react to a failed unit are located. A failed unit can cause extreme ...nasal nea.14.n ns. ri..411 ;In al."), an anninorasi unattended space. POWER The power cord supplied with this air conditioner contains a device that senses damage to SUPPLY CORD the power cord. To test if your power cord is working properly, you must do the following: 1) Connect the power supply cord to an electrical outlet. 2) The power supply cord has two buttons located on the head of the plug. One button is marked "TEST", and the other is marked "RESET". Press the "TEST" button; you will hear a click as the "RESET" button pops out. 3) Press the "RESET" button; you will hear a click as the button engages. 4) The power supply cord is now energized and supplying electricity to the air conditioner (on some products this is also indicated by a light on the plug head). NOTE: The power cord supplied with this air conditioner contains a current leakage detection device designed to reduce the risk of fire. In the event the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired and must be replaced with a new cord from the product manufacturer. • Under no circumstances should this device be used to turn the unit on or off. • The "RESET" button must always be pushed in (engaged) for correct operation. • The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when the "TEST" button is pushed in.