Safety Section – Dual Fuel and Gas/Electric Systems
IMPORTANT: Users MUST read all instructions in the manual. All manuals MUST be kept for future reference.
SAFETY HAZARD
This information is for use by individuals having adequate backgrounds of electrical and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a central air conditioning product may result in personal injury and/or property damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Propane gas is heavier than air and may collect in any low areas or confined spaces. In addition, odorant fade may make the gas undetectable except with a warning device. If the gas furnace is installed in a basement, an excavated areas or a confined space, it is strongly recommended to contact a gas supplier to install a gas detecting warning device in case of leak. The manufacturer of your furnace does not test any detectors and makes no representations regarding any brand or type of detector.
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
The furnace area must be kept clear and free of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Do not use this furnace if any part has been under water. A
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Should overheating occur, or the gas supply fail to shut off, shut off the manual gas valve to the furnace before shutting off the electrical supply.
In the event that electrical, fuel or mechanical failures occur, the owner should immediately turn off the gas supply at the manual gas valve located in the burner compartment and electrical power to the furnace and contact service technician.
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
—Do NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids or combustible materials in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
—WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•Do not try to light any appliance.
•Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
—DO NOT RELY ON SMELL ALONE TO DETECT LEAKS. DUE TO VARIOUS FACTORS, YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO SMELL FUEL GASES.
•U.L. recognized fuel gas and CO detectors are recommended in all applications, and their installation should be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and/or local laws, rules, regulations, or customs.
—Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
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