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Safety Information
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury and property damage, you must read this entire guide before assembling,
installing, and operating the dispenser.
WARNING: This product dispenses water at very high temperatures. Failure to use properly can cause
personal injury. When operating this dispenser, always exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
•Prior to use, this dispenser must be properly assembled and installed in accordance with this
manual.
•For indoor use only. Keep the water dispenser in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Do NOT
use outdoors.
•Install and use only on a hard and level surface.
•Do NOT place the water dispenser in an enclosed space or cabinet.
•Do NOT operate the dispenser in the presence of explosive fumes.
•Only use properly grounded outlets.
•The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock
hazards. Do NOT cut or remove the round grounding prong from the plug, or attempt to bypass
it.
•Do NOT use an extension cord.
•Always grasp the plug and pull straight out from the outlet. Never unplug by pulling on the
power cord.
•Do NOT use the dispenser if the cord becomes frayed or otherwise damaged. 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.
•To protect against electric shock, do NOT immerse cord, plug, or any other part of the
dispenser in water or other liquids.
•Do NOT use this dispenser with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
•Water dispenser is compatible with 3-, 4-, or 5-gallon (11.3-, 15.1-, or 18.9-liter) water bottles.
•Clean up all water spills after loading or unloading water bottles from the dispenser.
•Ensure the water dispenser is unplugged prior to cleaning or moving.
•Never allow children to dispense hot water without proper and direct supervision. Always
enable the child safety lock feature to prevent unsupervised use by children.
•Service should be performed only by a certified technician.
•The appliance must NOT be cleaned by a water jet and is not suitable for installation in an area
where a water jet could be used.
•Never turn the dispenser upside down or lean it more than 45°.
•After turning the dispenser o, allow the unit to sit idle for 3 minutes before turning on again.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings in the dispenser enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of
obstruction.
WARNING: Do NOT use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.