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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
Electrical
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This appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions
before use.
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To allow disconnection of the appliance from the supply after installation, incorporate
a switch in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
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Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly
and pull straight out from the outlet.
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Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point as your chest freezer or
use extension cords or double adapters.
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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.
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If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel
trained and supported service technician because special purpose tools are required.
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When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or
damage the power cord.
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WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of
the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT!
Your appliance is designed to operate for many years without the need for service
checks. However, if your appliance is malfunctioning, have it attended to by your
Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician as soon as possible. All
electrical repairs must be carried out by an adequately trained service technician or
qualified electrician.
Cleaning
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Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents that may attack the
plastic components of your appliance and cause them to crack.
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Avoid using anti-bacterial cleaning products on either the interior or exterior of
the cabinet as they may cause rusting of metal components and cracking of plastic
components.
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Please refer to the ‘Chest freezer cleaning and care instructions’ section of this user
guide for further information.
Disposal
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Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards:
– The flammable refrigerant gas must be safely removed.
– The thermal insulation foam in this appliance contains flammable insulation
blowing gases, any exposed foam may be highly flammable and must be
carefully treated during disposal.
– The lid should be removed and the freezer baskets left in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.
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Your Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician will be able to give
advice on environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old appliance
or freezer.
