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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.
When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
NOTE:
If the refrigerator/freezer has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position
for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in.
1.
Only use this appliance for its intended purpose as described in this manual.
2.
This refrigerator/freezer must be properly installed in accordance with the
installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the
installation section.
3.
This refrigerator/freezer should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed
cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.
4.
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 damage along its length, the plug or the connector end. Never
unplug your refrigerator/ freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp
the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
5.
If your old refrigerator/freezer is not being used, we recommend that you
remove the doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.
6.
WARNING:
After your refrigerator/freezer is in operation, do not touch the
cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp
or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.
7.
Do not refreeze foods, which have been thawed completely. The United
States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 reads:
"…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice
crystals or if they are still cold-below 40°F…Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish
that have any off-odor or offcolor should not be refrozen and should not be eaten.
Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or
questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to eat. Even partial thawing and
re-freezing reduce the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and
prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many
other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible, to save as much of their eating
quality as you can."
