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HWE19070
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Safety Precautions
Read before installation and performing electrical work
MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS DISPLAYED ON THE UNIT
Symbols used in the text
Symbols used in the illustrations
Ask the dealer or an authorized technician to install the air conditioner.
- Improper installation by the user may result in water leakage, electric shock,
or fire.
Install the air unit at a place that can withstand its weight.
- Inadequate strength may cause the unit to fall down, resulting in injuries.
Install the indoor unit at least 2.5 m above floor or grade level.
- For appliances not accessible to the general public.
Use the specified cables for wiring. Make the connections securely so
that the outside force of the cable is not applied to the terminals.
- Inadequate connection and fastening may generate heat and cause a fire.
Prepare for typhoons and other strong winds and earthquakes and in-
stall the unit at the specified place.
- Improper installation may cause the unit to topple and result in injury.
Always use an air cleaner, humidifier, electric heater, and other acces-
sories specified by Mitsubishi Electric.
- Ask an authorized technician to install the accessories. Improper installation
by the user may result in water leakage, electric shock, or fire.
Never repair the unit. If the air conditioner must be repaired, consult the
dealer.
- If the unit is repaired improperly, water leakage, electric shock, or fire may
result.
Do not touch the heat exchanger fins.
- Improper handling may result in injury.
When handling this product, always wear protective equipment.
EG: Gloves, full arm protection namely boiler suit, and safety glasses.
- Improper handling may result in injury.
If refrigerant gas leaks during installation work, ventilate the room.
- If the refrigerant gas comes into contact with a flame, poisonous gases will
be released.
Install the air conditioner according to this Installation Manual.
- If the unit is installed improperly, water leakage, electric shock, or fire may
result.
Have all electric work done by a licensed electrician according to “Elec-
tric Facility Engineering Standard” and “Interior Wire Regulations” and
the instructions given in this manual and always use a special circuit.
- If the power source capacity is inadequate or electric work is performed im-
properly, electric shock and fire may result.
Keep the electric parts away from water (washing water etc.).
- It might result in electric shock, catching fire or smoke.
Securely install the outdoor unit terminal cover (panel).
- If the terminal cover (panel) is not installed properly, dust or water may enter
the outdoor unit and fire or electric shock may result.
Do not use refrigerant other than the type indicated in the manuals pro-
vided with the unit and on the nameplate.
- Doing so may cause the unit or pipes to burst, or result in explosion or fire
during use, during repair, or at the time of disposal of the unit.
- It may also be in violation of applicable laws.
- MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION cannot be held responsible for mal-
functions or accidents resulting from the use of the wrong type of refrigerant.
If the air conditioner is installed in a small room, measures must be tak-
en to prevent the refrigerant concentration from exceeding the safety
limit even if the refrigerant should leak.
- Consult the dealer regarding the appropriate measures to prevent the safety
limit from being exceeded. Should the refrigerant leak and cause the safety
limit to be exceeded, hazards due to lack of oxygen in the room could result.
When moving and reinstalling the air conditioner, consult the dealer or
an authorized technician.
- If the air conditioner is installed improperly, water leakage, electric shock, or
fire may result.
After completing installation work, make sure that refrigerant gas is not
leaking.
- If the refrigerant gas leaks and is exposed to a fan heater, stove, oven, or
other heat source, it may generate noxious gases.
Do not reconstruct or change the settings of the protection devices.
- If the pressure switch, thermal switch, or other protection device is shorted
and operated forcibly, or parts other than those specified by Mitsubishi Elec-
tric are used, fire or explosion may result.
To dispose of this product, consult your dealer.
Do not use a leak detection additive.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experi-
ence and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or in-
struction 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
appliance.
The installer and system specialist shall secure safety against leakage
according to local regulation or standards.
- The instructions in this manual may be applicable if local regulation are not
available.
Thoroughly read the following safety precautions prior to installation.
Observe these safety precautions for your safety.
This equipment may have adverse effects on the equipment on the same power supply system.
Contact the local power authority before connecting to the system.
WARNING
(Risk of fire)
This mark is for R32 refrigerant only. Refrigerant type is written on nameplate of outdoor unit.
In case that refrigerant type is R32, this unit uses a flammable refrigerant.
If refrigerant leaks and comes in contact with fire or heating part, it will create harmful gas and there is risk of fire.
Read the OPERATION MANUAL carefully before operation.
Service personnel are required to carefully read the OPERATION MANUAL and INSTALLATION MANUAL before operation.
Further information is available in the OPERATION MANUAL, INSTALLATION MANUAL, and the like.
WARNING
Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent danger of in-
jury or death to the user.
CAUTION
Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent damage to
the unit.
Indicates an action that must be avoided.
Indicates that important instructions must be followed.
Indicates a part which must be grounded.
Indicates that caution should be taken with rotating parts. (This
symbol is displayed on the main unit label.) <Color: yellow>
Beware of electric shock (This symbol is displayed on the main
unit label.) <Color: yellow>
WARNING
Carefully read the labels affixed to the main unit.
WARNING
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