AEG 204-4 GS, 2073-4 GS manual General Safety, Service / Repair, Use

WARNINGSGB

It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.

These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

General Safety

“This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product.

“It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way.

“Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable.

“Before any cleaning or maintenance work is carried out, be sure to switch off and unplug the appliance.

“This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

“Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance.

“Take utmost care when handling your appliance so as not to cause any damages to the cooling unit with consequent possible fluid leakages.

“The appliance must not be located close to radiators or gas cookers.

“Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.

“There must be adequate ventilation round the back of the appliance and any damage to the refrigerant circuit must be avoided.

“For freezers only (except built-in models): an ideal location is the cellar or basement.

“Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacturer.

Service / Repair

“Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.

“This appliance should be serviced by an authorized Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts should be used.

“Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.

Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or more serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local Service Centre, and always insist on genuine spare parts.

“This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorized technicians.

Use

“The domestic refrigerators and freezers are designed to be used specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.

“Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.

“Manufacturers’ storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.

“The inner lining of the appliance consists of channels through which the refrigerant passes. If these should be punctured this would damage the appliance beyond repair and cause food loss.

DO NOT USE SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off frost or ice. Frost may be removed by using the scraper provided. Under no circumstances should solid ice be forced off the liner. Solid ice should be allowed to thaw when defrosting the appliance.

See defrost instructions.

“Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.

“Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing process other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

“Never use metal objects for cleaning your appliance as it may get damaged.

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