Hitachi R-SG38KPH, Instruction Manual

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Warning and Caution for Safety
The following warnings and cautions are categorized by the level of
possible harm or damage that may occur from ignoring directions.
This symbols are shown as below clearly showing
the significance of directions.
This symbol denotes the pre
cautions on flammable
refrigerators.
To avoid harm to the user, other persons or damage to property, please read and follow the warnings and cautions below and those given throughout this manual.
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This refrigerator use flammable refrigerants. The symbol column below states
the precautions on flammable refrigerants.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
The symbols below are examples.
This symbol is an alert mark.
This symbol indicates "prohibited".
This symbol indicates "necessary".
This pictograph indicates "There
is high possibility of serious injury
or death, if ignored".
This pictograph indicates "There
is a high possibility of injury or
damage to property if ignored".
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Do not install the refrigerator in a place
where it may come in contact with water.
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Do not install the refrigerator in a place exposed to rain.
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This may impair electricity insulation and cause electric shock or fire.
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Do not connect the refrigerator plug
to any wall outlet whose power capacity
is less than the refrigerator's. Also,
do not use power sources that are not a rated voltage.
■ Ground this refrigerator to prevent electric shock
and noise interference. Always ground this
refrigerator and install earth leakage circuit breaker
when using it in places with high humidity or moisture.
(Please consult with a retailer or HITACHI service center.)
■ Do not insert or remove
the power plug with wet hands.
When positioning the appliance,
ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged
■ Do not cut, bend, fold
the power cord to avoid
fire and electric shock.
■ Do not use a damaged or loose power plug or
power outlet. This may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable
power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
■ Do not splash water on or inside the refrigerator.
● This may impair electricity insulation
causing electric shock or fire.
● This may also cause the gas leakage because of pipe rust.
■ This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or metal capabilities, lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instructions
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
■ Do not hang on the doors or step
up on the various compartments.
● I njury may be caused by the
refrigerator tipping over or hands getting caught in door.
Do not enter in the refrigerant.
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Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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If there the damage of refrigerant pipe
happened, stay away from the refrigerator and
avoid using fire and electrical appliances.
● And, open windows to ventilate and contact
retailers or Hitachi Service Center.
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■ Connect the power plug firmly to a power outlet with
the cord running down.
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Connection of the power plug with the cord
running up could apply stress on the cord
and cause electrical short or overheat, which
could result in electrical shock or fire.
● Incomplete connection of the power plug could
in electrical shock or fire due to heat.
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
■ Clean the dust on the power plug frequently with dry cloth.
● Unplug the power plug and wipe it with dry cloth.
● An insulation failure due to moisture or when dust
collects on the power plug may cause fire.
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Be sure to unplug the power plug before
maintaining the refrigerator.
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Be sure to hold the power plug to unplug.
■ Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the
refrigerator by yourselves.
● Please consult with a retailer or
Hitachi Service Center if any repair is required.
■ Ether, liquid propane gas, solvent, etc. which
is volatile cannot be stored in this refrigerator.
● Do not store explosive substances
propellant in this appliance.
such as aerosol cans with a flammable
■ Do not put water containers or foreign articles
on the top of the refrigerator.
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Opening and closing doors etc. may cause
the articles on the top of the refrigerator to
fall down, resulting in injury.
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Medicines, chemicals, research and
experimental substances should not be
stored in the refrigerator.
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Substances that require precise conditions
for storage cannot be stored in a domestic refrigerator.
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Do not use mechanical devices or other
means to accelelate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
When you install...To avoid fire, electric shoc , and injury.
Power Cord and Power Plug ... To avoid fire, el e ctric shock.
During daily use ... To avoid fire, electric shock.