Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

•During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable.

•Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source.

•To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides and above the appliance and follow the installation instructions.

•Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.

•Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel.

•It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a mains two-pole switch installed upstream of the socket.

•Make sure the voltage indicated on the appliance rating plate corresponds to that of your home.

•For the water connection, use the pipe supplied with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the previous appliance.

•Install and level the appliance on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use.

•The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons.

•Be careful not to damage the floors when moving the appliance (e.g. parquet).

•Do not use single/multi-adapters or extension cords.

•Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place. The appliance is arranged for operation in places where the temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature outside the specified range.

Climatic Class	Amb. T. (°C)	Amb. T. (°F)
SN	From 10 to 32	From 50 to 90
N	From 16 to 32	From 61 to 90

ST	From 16 to 38	From 61 to 100

T	From 16 to 43	From 61 to 110

•Do not store or use petrol, gas or flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or other electrical appliances. The fumes can cause fires or explosions.

•Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.

•Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.

•Do not use or place electrical appliances inside the product if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.

•This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they don't play with the appliance.

•Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (if provided).

•Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.

•Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer compartment since they may burst.

•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns.

•Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect the power supply.

•All appliances equipped with an ice-maker and water dispenser must be connected to a water supply that delivers drinking water only (with mains water pressure of between 0.17 and 0.81 Mpascals (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with drinking water only.

•The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected.