AEG A 75100 GA3 manual Important safety information, General safety precautions

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Important safety information

General safety precautions

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

Keep these instructions. They should remain with the appliance when moving away or changing owner.

This appliance is designed for storing and freezing food, domestic use according to these instructions only.

Only specialised companies that are qualified to do so by the manufacturer must carry out service and repairs including repairing and changing the power cord. Accessory parts supplied by them should be used only for repairing. Alterations or changes are not permitted for reasons of safety.

The appliance is out of circuit only in that case if the plug is removed from the socket. Before cleaning and maintenance always switch off and unplug the appliance (do not get it by the cable). If the socket is difficult to reach, switch off the appliance by cutting off the current.

Power cord must not be lengthened.

Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the fridge/freezer.

-A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.

Do not place heavy articles or the fridge/freezer itself on the power cord.

- There is a risk of a short circuit and fire.

Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its lead, particularly when the fridge/freezer is being pulled out of its niche.

-Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.

-If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by

a certified service agent or qualified service personnel.

If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.

- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

When cleaning, defrosting, taking out frozen food or ice tray do not use sharp, pointed or hard devices, as they can cause damage to the appliance.

Ice and ice-cream can cause hurt if they are eaten immediately after removal from the frozen food compartment.

After defrosting frozen food it must not be refrozen, it must be consumed as soon as possible.

Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions.

You must not make defrosting faster with any electric heating appliance or chemicals.

Warning: if you place frozen foods on top of the product, the interaction of cold and vapor may produce water condensate in the space below the top. If such water condensate drips on the electric components placed in that space, a short-circuit may occur and damage the product. Therefore it is forbidden to place frozen foods on top of the product.

Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance because they may explode.

Do not put carbonated drinks, bottled drinks and bottled fruits into the freezer.

Precautions for child safety

Do not allow children to play with the packaging of the appliance. Plastic foil can cause suffocation.

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

When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug with remaining cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children from becoming trapped inside.

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.

Safety precautions for installation

Place the appliance against the wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn.

When moving the appliance take care to remove the plug in the socket.

When placing the appliance take care not to stand it on the power cord.

Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance as lack of this will lead to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.

Safety precautions for isobutane

Warning

The refrigerant of the appliance is isobutane (R600a) that is inflammable and explosive to a greater extent.

Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by

omission.

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