Norcold DE-541, Owner'S Manual

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Safety Awareness
Read this manual carefully and become thoroughly acquainted with the contents before installing and
operating the refrigerator.
Be alert to a potential Safety Hazard when this symbol is observed on your refrigerator or in this
manual.
A signal word (i.e., Danger, Warning, Caution) is used with the Safety Alert Symbol and identifies the
seriousness of the Safety Hazard. Review the safety symbols and signal words below. Carefully read the
descriptions to understand their meaning. The safety signs are intended for your safety.
Always apply the following safety precautions when operating this
refrigerator. Failure to follow these safety precautions can result in
substantial property damage, severe personal injury, or death.
* This refrigerator must be used in the manner for which it was designed. Refer to this manual for
operating and installation procedures.
* Keep the refrigerator and the surrounding area clean. Never store combustible materials in the vicinity
of the refrigerator. Storing combustible materials in the vicinity of the refrigerator not only creates a
safety hazard, but inhibits the air flow to the cooling system, reducing cooling efficiency.
* The 120 volt AC circuit must be properly grounded. Never cut or remove the round grounding prong
from the refrigerator’s AC power cord. Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do not use an extension cord.
* Protect all wiring from physical damage, vibration, or excessive heat.
* Always disconnect both the AC and DC power sources from the refrigerator when performing routine
maintenance. All servicing must be performed by a qualified service technician.
* Always replace blown fuses with fuses of identical ampere ratings. In the event of a circuit overload,
the use of improper fuses can lead to an electrical fire.
* Keep liquids away from electrical connections. Many liquids are electrically conductive and could cause
serious arching damage and, in some cases, fires.
* Never bend, drop. drill, weld, or hammer the refrigerant system. Doing so can cause the system to
rupture, releasing chemicals under high pressure. Contact with these chemicals will cause irritation to
the eyes or skin.
* Never attempt to repair or recharge the refrigerant system. A defective refrigerant system must be
replaced.
* To prevent child entrapment while refrigerator is in storage, limit access to the refrigerator, and make
sure the refrigerator door(s) are securely closed or removed. Always remove doors before disposing
of any refrigerator.
Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will cause severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which can cause severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will or can cause a minor personal
injury, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
WARNING
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