GE Pro-Line 20FPL-150/3F User manual

150 LIGHTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed including the following:
a) READAND FOLLOWALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
b)Do not use seasonal products outdoors unless marked suitable for indoor and outdoor use. When
products are used in outdoor applications, connect the product to a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupting (GFCI) outlet. If one is not provided, contact a qualified electrician for proper installation.
c)This seasonal use product is not intended for permanent installation or use.
d) Do not mount or place near gas or electric heater, fireplaces, candles or other similar sources of heat.
e) Do not secure the wiring of the product with staples or nails, or place on sharp hooks or nails.
f) Do not let the lamps rest on the supply cord or on any wire.
g) Unplug the product when leaving the house, when retiring for the night, or if left unattended.
h) This is an electric product-not a toy! To avoid risk of fire, burns, personal injury and electric shock, it
should not be played with or placed where small children can reach it.
i) Do not use this product for other than its intended use .
j) Do not hang ornaments or other objects from cord, wire, or light string.
k) Do not place lighting string oncarpeting, drapes, furniture, or allowit to contactvinyl siding whilethe power is on.
l) Do not perform any maintenance or troubleshoot for bad or broken lamps while the power is on.
m) Do not close doors or windows on the product or extension cords as this may damage the wire insulation.
n) Do not cover the product with cloth, paper, or any material not part of the product when in use.
o)This product is equipped with push-in type lamps. Do not twist lamps.
p) This product has a polarized plug(one blade is wider than the other )as a feature to reduce the risk of
electric shock. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not use with an extension
cord unless plug can be fully inserted. Do not alter or replace the plug.
q)This product employs overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload or short -circuit
situation. If the fuse blows, unplug the product. Replace the fuse as per the user servicing
instructions(follow product marking for proper fuse rating) and check the product.
If the replacement fuse blows, a short-circuit may be present and the product should be discarded.
r) Read and follow all instructions that are on the product or provided with the product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
a) When the product is placed on a live tree, the tree should be well maintained and fresh. Do not place on
live trees in which the needles are brown or break off easily. Keep the tree holder filled with water.
b)If the product is placed on a tree, the tree should be well secured and stable.
c) Before using or reusing, inspect product carefully. Discard any products that have cut, damaged, or frayed wire
insulation or cords, cracks in the lamp holders or enclosures, loose connections, or exposed copper wire.
d)When storing the product, carefully remove the product from wherever it is placed, including trees, branches,
or bushes, to avoid any undue strain or stress on the product conductors, connections, and wires.
e)When not in use, store neatly in a cool, dry location protected from sunlight.
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USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
Fuse replacement: Most often, fuses blow because too many sets have been strung end-to-end.
a)Before changing fuses, make sure the set is unplugged.
b)Grasp plug and remove from the receptacle or other outlet device. Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
c)Using a flathead screwdriver, open fuse cover. Slide open the fuse
access cover on top of attachment plug towards blades.
d)Remove fuses carefully .
e)Risk of fire. Replace fuse only with 5 Amp, 125 Volt fuse (provided with product).
f)Close fuse cover. Slide closed the fuse access cover on top of the attachment plug.
Make sure door is fully closed and fuses are completely covered.
g)Risk of fire. Do not replace attachment plug. Contains a safety device(fuse) that should not be removed. Discard product if
the attachment plug is damaged.
Bulb replacement: Before changing bulbs, make sure set is unplugged.
If the spare bulbs provided with the product have no plastic base or the plastic
base does not fit, first follow steps 1-2 above. Then:
a) Remove the old bulb by straightening the bulb wires and pulling bulbs
straight from the base..
b) Replace the new bulb by straightening the bulb leads and aiming each
wire into a separate hole in the plastic base.
c) Make sure each bulb lead comes out an exit opening at the bottom of the plastic base. Now bend each lead up such that
each bulb lead fits closely against the narrow side of the plastic base.
CAUTION: 1. This lighting string is rated 61.2 Watts ( 0.51 Amps), do not overload. Connect other lighting
strings or decorative outfits end-to-end up to a maximum of 432 Watts (3.
6 Amps) total.
If connecting to a Lighting String that does not have a Wattage (W) rating,
｛ found on the cord tag within 6 inches of the plug ｝ ,
calculate the wattage as follows: Multiply the current ( A), which is on the flag-type tag by 120.
For example: Lighting String is rated 120V, 60Hz,0.2Amps. 0.2x 120 = 24 Watts.
Add the wattage of each light string together for a total of 432 Watts or less. (Do not exceed 432 Watts.)
2. To reduce the risk of overheating, replace burned out lamps promptly. Use 2.5 Volt ,0.425 Watt lamps only.
3. To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock: a)Do not install on trees having needles, leaves or branch coverings of metal
or materials that look like metal, and b)Do not mount or support strings in a manner that can cut or damage wire insulation.
For questions and/or assistance, call customer service at 1-877-398-7337 or visit us on the web at www.GEholidaylighting.com
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