Safety and warnings
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS before operating this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
Important safety precautions
Warning
When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following:
Danger
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■■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.
■■Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
■■The manufacturer’s installation instructions for product and cabinetry ventilation must be followed when installing the appliance.
■■Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the
■■Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
■■Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Disposal
■■Extreme care must be taken when disposing your old appliance to avoid hazards:
–The refrigerant gas must be safely removed.
–The doors should be removed and the shelves left in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
■■Your Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer will be able to give advice on environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator or freezer.
Electrical
■■Your new appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions before use.
■■Never unplug your refrigerator or freezer by pulling on the power cord.
■■Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
■■Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point as your refrigerator or freezer or use extension cords or double adapters.
■■Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along its length or at either the plug or appliance end.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer because special purpose tools are required.
■■When moving your appliance be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
