Samsung RF31FMEDBBC, User Manual

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Safety information _03
• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
- Using aerosols near the refrigerator may cause
an explosion or fi re.
• Do not install this appliance near a heater or
infl ammable material.
• Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or
dusty location, in a location exposed to direct
sunlight and water (rain drops).
• Do not install this appliance in a location where
gas may leak.
- This may result in an electric shock or fi re.
• This refrigerator must be properly
located and installed in accordance with
the instructions in this manual before
you use it.
• Connect the power plug in the proper position
with the cord hanging down.
- If you connect the power plug upside down,
the wire can get cut off and cause a fi re or
electric shock.
• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to
roll over or damage the power cord.
- This constitutes a fi re hazard.
• Make sure that the power plug is not
squashed or damaged by the back of the
refrigerator.
• Keep the packing materials out of reach of
children.
- There is a risk of death from suffocation if a
child puts the packing materials on his or her
head.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the
plug is accessible after installation.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock
or fi re due to electric leakage.
• You need to remove all the protective plastic
fi lm before you initially plug the product in.
• The instructions include the following wording
regarding the use of extension cords:
“WARNING - Improper use of the grounding
plug can result in a risk of electric shock. If it is
necessary to use an extension cord, use only
a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade
grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will
accept the plug on the appliance. The marked
rating of the extension cord should be AC 115-
120 V, 10 A, or more. If a grounding adapter
is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully
grounded.”
• The refrigerator must be safely
grounded.
- Always make sure that you have grounded the
refrigerator before attempting to investigate
or repair any part of the appliance. Power
leakages can cause severe electric shock.
• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines, or other
potential lightning attractors as an electrical
ground.
- Improper use of the grounding plug can result
in a risk of electric shock. If it is necessary
to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire
extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding
plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept
the plug on the appliance. The marked rating
of the extension cord should be AC115-
120 V, 10 A, or more. If a grounding adapter
is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully
grounded.
• Plug the power plug into the wall socket fi rmly.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged
power cord or loose wall socket.
- This may result in an electric shock or fi re.
• Do not modify the refrigerator. Unauthorized
modifi cations can cause safety problems. To
reverse an unauthorized modifi cation, we will
charge the full cost of parts and labor.
• If the power cord is damaged,
have it replaced immediately by the
manufacturer or one of its service agent.
CAUTION
INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
• Allow suffi cient space around the
refrigerator and install it on a fl at surface.
- If your refrigerator is not level, the internal
cooling system may not work correctly.
• Keep the ventilation space in the appliance
enclosure or mounting structure clear of
obstructions.
• Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after
installation.
• We strongly recommend you use a qualifi ed
technician or service company to install the
refrigerator.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock,
fi re, explosion, problems with the product, or
injury.
WARNING
CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS
• Do not insert the power plug into a wall
socket with wet hands.