4Safety
Important Safety Instructions
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning or Caution based on the risk type.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
•Never attempt to repair or perform maintenance on the unit until the electricity has been disconnected.
•Altering, cutting of power cord, removal of power cord, removal of power plug, or direct wiring can cause serious injury, fire and/or loss of property and/or life and will void the warranty.
•Do not lift unit by door handle.
CAUTION
•Use care when moving the unit. Some edges are sharp and may cause personal injury. Wear gloves when moving or repositioning the unit.
•Never install the unit behind closed doors.
Be sure front grille is free of obstruction. Obstructing free air flow can cause the unit to malfunction, and may void the warranty.
•Allow unit temperature to stabilize for 24 hours before use.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard- related.
General Precautions
WARNING
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT. Before you throw away your old appliance, take off the doors and leave shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
CAUTION
•Use only genuine Electrolux replacement parts. Imitation parts can damage the unit and may void the warranty.