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INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for buying this product. Before using
your new fridge freezer, please read this operation manual
to ensure that you gain the maximum benefit from it.
All persons using the fridge freezer must be thoroughly
familiar with its operation and safety features.
Keep this operation manual with the fridge freezer if you
move or if the fridge freezer changes owners so that who-
ever uses it can read about the various features and safety
rules.
This equipment complies with the requirements of Direc-
tives 96/57/EC, 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended
by 93/68/EEC.
Important:
•
This fridge freezer is for domestic use only, with an
ambient temperature b5°C and +38°C.
•
To be used on 220-240V mains voltage.
WARNING
1.
This fridge freezer is airtight. TO PREVENT FATAL
ACCIDENTS TO CHILDREN, please completely
remove the door prior to discarding the fridge freezer.
2.
Highly volatile and inflammable materials such as ether,
petrol, propane gas, adhesive agents and pure alcohol
etc. are liable to explode. Do not store these materials in
the fridge freezer.
3.
To prevent damage to the outer cabinet, avoid contact
with lacquer, and paint, etc.
4.
When cleaning your fridge freezer, do not splash water
directly on the outer cabinet or the interior. This may lead to
rusting and deterioration of the electrical insulation.
5.
When cleaning any areas adjacent to electrical compo-
nents or replacing the lamp bulb, unplug the fridge
freezer first to prevent electric shock.
6.
Should electrical components be accidentally immersed in
water, unplug the fridge freezer, dry the parts and contact
your nearest service agent.
7.
When disconnecting the power plug, do not touch the
pin of plug. This may cause electric shock.
8.
This fridge freezer is designed solely for the purpose of
storing foodstuff for domestic use in accordance with
the instructions given in this manual. Using the fridge
freezer for other purposes might be harmful to persons
or property.
9.
This fridge freezer is not suitable for the storage of
materials requiring precise temperatures. Deterioration
of these materials will be dangerous.
10.
Dust deposited on the power plug may cause fire. Wipe
it off carefully.
11.
Do not attempt to change or modify this fridge freezer.
This may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
12. Information regarding disposal of the appliance
Flammable insulation blowing gases should be dis-
posed appropriately. Take the cabinet and doors to a
recycling plant for flammable insulation blowing gases.
CAUTION
1.
Do not touch the compressor unit or its peripheral parts,
as they become extremely hot during operation and the
metal edges may cause injury.
2.
If the power supply is accidentally disconnected, please
wait for at least 5 minutes before re-connecting the
power, as back pressure in the compressor may trip the
overload relay.
3.
Avoid removing food from the freezer with your bare
hands. Directly touching products stored at sub-zero
temperatures can result in frostbite.
4.
To prevent accidental power disconnection, plug the
fridge freezer directly to the source. Do not use a double
adaptor as loss of power could lead to the spoiling of the
stored food.
5.
Do not place bottles in the freezer as they may crack
when frozen.
6.
Keep the door securely closed. If the door is left ajar, the
controlled inner temperature will rise, resulting in food
spoilage and increase in electricity costs.
7.
Do not install the fridge freezer in a damp or wet loca-
tion as this may cause damage to the insulation and a
leak. Condensation may also build on the outer cabinet
and cause rust.
8.
When installing or moving the fridge freezer, make sure
that you do not nip or kink the power cord. Damage of
the power cord may cause electric shock or fire.
9.
Do not use this fridge freezer when the power cord or
plug is damaged, or the outlet attachment is loose, as
they may cause electric shock or fire.
10.
Disconnect from the mains electricity supply by remov-
ing the mains plug from the electricity supply socket. Do
not remove by pulling the mains lead. This may cause
electric shock or fire.
11.
Make sure that you leave adequate ventilation space
around the fridge freezer to prevent the compressor
from overheating and stopping. Please follow the
instructions given for installation.
12.
The refrigeration system behind and inside the fridge
freezer contains refrigerant. If this system is punctured it
could result in serious damage to your fridge freezer,
therefore do not allow any sharp objects to come into
contact with the refrigeration system.
13.
Should the flexible supply cord be damaged, it must be
replaced by service agent as a special cord is required.
14.
In case of gas leak, ventilate the area by opening a window,
etc. Do not touch the fridge freezer or the power outlet.
15.
Do not place heavy or easily broken objects on top of
the fridge freezer. Objects may fall when opening or
closing the fridge freezer, causing injury.
16.
Do not place objects containing liquid on top of the
fridge freezer. Spillage may cause electric shock or fire.
17.
Do not drop objects inside the fridge freezer or strike the
inner wall. This may cause the inner surface to crack.
18.
This fridge freezer is not intended for use by young chil-
dren or infirm persons without supervision. Young chil-
dren should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the fridge freezer.
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