Indesit RG1142 manual Safety a good habit to get into, Installation

Safety a good habit to get into

ATTENTION

Read your handbook carefully since it contains instructions which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of your appliance.

Your Indesit Fridge Freezer is built to International standards (EN60) and has been awarded the European approval mark (IMQ) for compliance to UK electrical safety requirements. It also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimina- tion of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89).

1.This appliance is designed to be used indoors and under no circumstances should it be installed outside.

2.The appliance should be used only by adults exclusively for storing foodstuffs in compliance with the instructions pro- vided in the handbook. Under no circumstances should chil- dren be allowed to operate, or tamper with, this product.

3.For electrical safety, do not attempt to operate this appli- ance with wet hands or feet.

4.Do not operate this appliance connected to an extension lead. If a longer supply cable is required, this must be re- placed with one of the same specifications in compliance with the current electrical regulations. This operation should be carried out by a qualified person. Ensure that the cable is not trapped or damaged during the installation.

5.Never pull the cable or the appliance to remove the plug from the socket.

6.Do not touch the internal cooling elements, especially if your hands are wet, since you could burn or hurt yourself. Do not eat ice cubes straight out of the freezer.

7.Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the electricity (by pulling out the plug orturning off the gen- eral switch in your home); it is not sufficient to place the temperature regulation knob on to cut off the power.

8.Before disposing of your old appliance, remember to break or remove the lock as a safety measure to protect children who might lock themselves inside the appliance when play- ing.

9.If your appliance is not operating properly, before calling your after-sales service read the chapter on “Trouble Shoot- ing” which might help you resolve the problem. Do not at- tempt to repair the fault by intervening on the internal com- ponents.

10.If damaged, the power supply cord on this appliance must necessarily be replaced by our service centre because special tools are required for replacement.

Installation

To ensure that the appliance operates properly and to reduce energy consumption, it is important that the appliance is installed correctly.

Ventilation

The compressor and condenser generate heat and, there- fore, need to be ventilated properly. Rooms with less than perfect ventilation are not very suited for installation of the appliance. Therefore, it should be installed in a room with an opening (window or French window) that provide the appropriate amount of air re-circulation. It is also important that the room not be too humid.

During installation, make sure not to cover or obstruct the grates that allow for proper ventilation of the appliance. For proper ventilation of the appliance, you must leave:

-a space of at least 10 cm between the top part and any cabinets above it;

-a space of at least 5 cm between the sides of the appliance and any adjacent cabinets/walls.

Away from Heat

Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly exposed to sunlight or near an oven, cook top or the like.

Level

The appliance must be level. If the floor is not level, the adjustable foot located in front can be used to level the appliance.

Electrical Connection and Earthing

Before proceeding with the electrical connection, make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate, located at the bottom left near the vegetable crisper, corresponds to the mains voltage in your home and that the socket is fit- ted with a standard earthing wire in accordance with safety standards for 46/90 systems. If the socket is not fitted with an earthing wire, the manufacturer will not be held liability for any damages and or injuries arising out of the use of the appliance. Do not use multiple sockets or adapters.

Insufficient power?

The electrical socket must be able to handle the maximum power load of the appliance, which is indicated on the rat- ing plate located at the bottom left next to the vegetable crisper.

Before making the electrical connection ...

After the appliance has been delivered, place it in the ver- tical upright position and wait at least 3 hours before insert- ing the plug into the socket in order to ensure that it func- tions properly.

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