safety information _07ENGLISHDo not touch the pipe connected to the air conditioner.Install the indoor unit away from lighting apparatus using the ballast.• If you use the wireless remote control, reception error may occur due to the ballast of thelighting apparatus.Install the outdoor unit where operating noise and vibration will not disturbyour neighbor and in a well-ventilated area with no obstacle.• Potential risk of malfunction.• Operating noise may disturb your neighbor.Make sure that there are no obstacles or covers that block the airconditioner.Allow sufficient space for air circulation.• Insufficient ventilation may result in poor performance.If the power cable is damaged, the manufacturer or a qualified servicetechnician must replace it.If a power outage occurs while the air conditioner is working, turn off thepower source immediately.Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety and current ismeasured according to ISO standard for energy efficiency.Check for damage on delivery. If damaged, do not install the air conditionerand call the place of purchase immediately.Keep indoor temperatures stable and not extremely cold, especially wherethere are children, elderly or disabled people.The packaging material and used batteries of the remote controller (optional)must be disposed of in accordance with the national standards.The refrigerant used in the air conditioner must be treated as chemicalwaste. Dispose the refrigerant following national standards.Have a qualified service technician install the air conditioner and perform atrial operation.Firmly connect the drain hose to the air conditioner for proper waterdrainage.Check for damages on the outdoor unit installation pad at least once a year.• Potential risk of personal injury or property loss.When using a wireless remote control, the distance should not be more than7 meters from the air conditioner.If the remote control is not used for a long period of time, remove thebatteries to prevent leakage of electrolyte.When cleaning the outdoor unit, touch the heat exchanger radiator fins withextreme care.• Wearing thick gloves can protect your hands.Make sure that the condensed water dripping from the drain hose runs outproperly and safely.The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) withreduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experienceand knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instructionconcerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety:Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with theappliance.MID_AS09U series_IB_30920A_E_9.09.09.indd 7 2009-9-23 9:52:58