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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 of these warnings contact the Customer Care Departement.
Prior to Installation
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Check the appliance for transport damage. Under
no circumstance should a damaged appliance be
installed. In the event of damage please contact
your retailer.
Installation
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This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it.
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It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
attempt to modify this product in any way.
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Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the
electrical supply cable.
Important: if the supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by a cable available from your local
Service Force Centre.
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Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
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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.
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The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on, in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
Refrigerant
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The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained
within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a
natural gas with a high level of environmental
compatibly, which is nevertheless flammable.
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During transportation and installation of the
appliance, be certain that none of the components
of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
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If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:
- avoid open flames and sources of ignition.
- thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appli-
ance is situated.
Child Safety
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Do not allow children to tamper with the controls
or play with the product.
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There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging
material away from children!
During Use
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This appliance is designed for domestic use only,
specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs
only. It is not intended for commercial or industrial
use.
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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.
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Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has
thawed out.
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Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freezer compartment.
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Ice lollies can cause ‘frost/freezer burns’ if
consumed straight from the freezer.
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Do not remove items from the freezer
compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this
could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
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Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer
compartment they can burst when the contents
freeze.
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Manufacturers’ recommended storage times
should be adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
Maintenance and Cleaning
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Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance
and disconnect from the electrical supply.
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When unplugging always pull the plug from the
mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
Servicing
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This product should be serviced by an authorised
engineer and only genuine spare parts should be
used.
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Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carrier out
by inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service
Force Centre.
At the end of the Appliance Life
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When disposing of your appliance use an
authorised disposal site.
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Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or
catches are removed, to prevent young children
being trapped inside.
