Thank you very much for buying this SHARP product. Before using your SHARP refrigerator, | Household use only |
please read this operation manual to ensure that you gain the maximum benefit from it. |
WARNINGCAUTION
■■This refrigerator contains flammable refrigerant (R600a: isobutane) and insulation blowing gas (cyclopentane). Observe the following rules to prevent ignition and explosion.
•• The refrigeration system behind and inside the refrigerator contains refrigerant. Do not allow any sharp objects to come into contact with the refrigeration system.
•• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process. (This refrigerator has adopted automatic defrosting system.)
•• Do not use electric appliances inside the refrigerator.
•• Use only the specified parts for the refrigerator compartment light.
•• Do not block the openings on the circumference of the refrigerator.
•• Do not use flammable sprays, such as spray paint near the refrigerator. It may cause explosion or fire.
•• If the refrigeration system should get punctured, do not touch the wall outlet and do not use open flames. Open the window and air out the room. Then ask a service agent approved by SHARP for servicing.
•• This refrigerator should be disposed appropriately. Take the refrigerator to a recycling plant for flammable refrigerant and insulation blowing gases.
■■Do not store highly volatile and flammable materials such as ether, petrol, propane gas, aerosol cans, adhesive agents and pure alcohol etc.
These materials are liable to explode.
■■Dust deposited on the power plug may cause fire. Wipe it off carefully.
■■Do not attempt to change or modify this refrigerator. This may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
■■Ensure that the refrigerator presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal. (e.g. remove the magnetic door seals to prevent child entrapment.)
■■Do not touch the compressor unit or its peripheral parts, as they become extremely hot during operation and the metal edges may cause injury.
■■Do not touch foods or metal containers in the freezer compartment with your wet hands. This may cause frostbite.
■■Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
■■Do not place bottled and canned drinks in the freezer as they may crack when frozen.
■■Make sure that the power cord has not been damaged during installation or moving. If the power plug or cord is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
■■Disconnect from the mains electricity supply by removing the mains plug from the electricity supply socket. Do not remove by pulling the mains lead. This may cause electric shock or fire.
■■Should the flexible supply cord be damaged, it must be replaced by service agent approved by SHARP as a special cord is required.
■■In case of gas leak, ventilate the area by opening a window, etc. Do not touch the refrigerator or the power outlet.
■■Do not place objects containing liquid or unsteady objects on top of refrigerator.
■■This refrigerator 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 refrigerator by a person responsible for their safety. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the refrigerator.
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