IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.
Prior to Installation
Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed. In the event of damage please contact your retailer.
Installation
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.
Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
Important: If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by authorised service or qualified personnel using a special cable of the same type.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Whenever possible, the back of the appliance should be close to a wall, but leaving the required distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation instructions. The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutane (R 600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is neverthless flammable.
During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
-avoid open flames and sources of ignition.
-thorougly ventilate the room in witch the appliance is situated.
Child Safety
Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the product.
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children!
General Safety
This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorised technicians.
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 boilers.
Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.
Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances.
During Use
This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use.
Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials, such as spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the refrigerator.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply.
When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
Servicing
This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer 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 serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre.
At the end of the Appliance Life
When disposing of your appliance use an authorised disposal site.
Check with your local Council or Environmental Health Officer to see if there are facilities in your area for recycling the appliance.
Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or catches are removed, to prevent young children being trapped inside.
Make sure that the power plug is not squashed ordamaged 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 itslead, particularly when the fridge/freezer is being pulled out of its niche.
-Damage to the cord may cause a
-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 thepower plug.
- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
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