LYNC UV-H
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
When operating the UV-H unit, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1.
Read all the instructions before installing or operating the system.
2.
Pay attention to all warning and caution statements, and also safety symbols throughout these
instructions. Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/or damage to equipment.
3.
This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the unit by a person responsible for their safety.
4.
Do not contact moving parts.
5.
Only use attachments or spare parts recommended or sold by Lync by Watts.
6.
The unit is intended only for indoor use in a dry location.
7.
Do not unplug the unit by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8.
Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before any servicing or cleaning.
9.
The UV chamber contains an interlock to disable the UV lamps if the event the chamber is
accessed when the power is on. Do not defeat its purpose or attempt to service without opening
the panel completely.
10. Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or plug, or after a significant malfunction or is
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the unit to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by a special cord available from Lync.
11. Connect the unit only to a circuit that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). See
Grounding Instructions.
12. If an extension cord is necessary, the cord should contain a ground and be rated for the same
amperage as the unit or combined units.
13. Do not plug in the unit if water is present on the unit or if any nearby piping connections are
leaking.
14. Service to the unit does not require the removal of the aluminum endplates and they must remain
assembled.
15. In the event of an alarm or shut down of the UV unit and water continues to flow either
accidentally or for emergency purposes, or if the UV system is bypassed, it is recommended that
any water used for drinking be boiled.
16. Do not operate the unit dry.
17. Do not operate this unit at altitudes over 3000m.
18. If the unit is installed in a room storing chemicals or is exposed to unnatural substances such as
hydrogen sulfide, the room must be ventilated.
