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Read the instruction carefully. To avoid any risk of personal injury,
material damage or incorrect use of the appliance, be sure to
observe the following safety precautions. (After reading these
owner’s instructions, please keep them in a safe place for refer-
ence). Remember to hand them over to any subsequent owner.
General
This product uses environment friendly refrigerant with the ad-
vantages of high energy efficiency compressor, high cooling ca-
pacity and ease of use.
REGULATIONS, WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT RECOMMENDA-
TIONS
This product is in conformity with the European safety regulations
in force relative to electrical equipment. It has undergone exten-
sive trials and meticulous tests to evaluate safety and reliability.
Before using the appliance, carefully read this manual in order to
know exactly what to do and what not to do.
Improper use can be dangerous, especially for children.
Before connecting the appliance, check that the data on the plate
correspond to that of your system.
Do not litter the recyclable packaging material, but take it to a
waste disposal plant for recycling.
The electrical safety of this appliance is ensured only if connected
to an electrical system equipped with an efficient ground clamp
in accordance with the law. It is obligatory to check this funda-
mental safety requirement. In case of doubt, request an accurate
control of the system by a qualified technician (Act 46/90).
Some fundamental rules must be observed in the use of this ap-
pliance, as with any electrical equipment:
• do not touch the appliance with moist or wet hands or feet
• do not pull on the power supply cable to pull the plug from
the socket
• do not expose the appliance to atmospheric agents
• do not allow children to use the appliance without supervi-
sion
• do not pull out or insert the plug with wet hands; before any
cleaning or maintenance work, disconnect the appliance
from the mains by either pulling out the plug or switching
off the main system switch.
• in case of breakdown or improper functioning switch off the
appliance and do not tamper with it.
Instruction for use
Identification of the appliance.
You will find an identification label inside the refrigerator nearby
the fruit and vegeatable compartment
Characterisitcs
The main characterisitic of the refrigerator
- Automatic fridge defrost. The defrost water flows into a tray
suituated on the compressor from which it evapoates by the
heat generated during the process od refrigeration.
Warning
When you install your refrigerator, it is important to bear in mind
the climatic rating of the appliance. In order to find out the cli-
matic rating of your appliance, check the data rating plate. The
appliance will function correctly within the ambient temperature
range indicated in the table, according to its climatic rating
Clima classes
Clima Class
Room temperature
N
+16°C to +32°C
N-ST
+16°C to +38°C
N-T
+16°C to +43°C
SN
+10°C to +32°C
SN-ST
+10°C to +38°C
SN-T
+10°C to +43°C
ST
+18°C to +38°C
T
+18°C to +43°C
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Check that the main voltage corresponds to that indicated on the
rating plate in the lower left side inside the refrigerator compart-
ment. If the wall socket does not have an earth terminal, or if
the plug does not fit into the socket, it is advisable to consult a
qualified electrician. Do not use multiple plugs or adapters as
they could cause heating and burning.
Warning: this appliance must be earthed
If the appliance is not fitted with a plug, the connection to the
mains power supply must be via a switch connected directly to
the power supply terminals. This switch must guarantee single-
pole disconnection of the appliance with a contact gap of at
least 3 mm.
MAINTENANCE
It is advisable to periodically clean the refrigerator
A. outside, with a cloth dipped in a tepid solution of water and
liquid soap and then rinse with clean water;
B. inside; disconnect the appliance and wait for complete de-
frosting; wipe grids, shelves and liner with a cloth dipped in
a tepid solution of water and sodium bicarbonate of soda:
rinse with clean water and dry. Never use abrasive detergent
sand take care that water does not go inside the thermostat
box.
The internal light bulb is located in the back section of the ther-
mostat box. In case of prolonged absences, you should turn off
the refrigerator and keep the door open to avoid the formation
of mould and unpleasant smells.
