VOX electronics IVF 1450, Operating Instructions Manual

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• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes immediately
after you have taken them out of the ice-making compartment.
• Do not cover the body or top of freezer with lace. This affects the performance of your
freezer.
• Secure any accessories in the freezer during transportation to prevent damage to the
accessories.
• Do not use plug adapter.
Installing and operating your freezer
Before starting to use your freezer, you should pay attention to the following points:
• The operating voltage for your freezer is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
• The plug must be accessible after installation.
• Your freezer may have a smell when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and
the smell will fade away when your freezer starts to cool.
• Before connecting your freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage
and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
• Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no
ground contact or the plug does not match, we recommend that you consult a qualified
electrician for assistance.
• The appliance must be connected with a properly installed fused socket. Power supply
(AC) and voltage at the operating point must match with the details on the name plate
of the appliance (name plate is located on the inside left of the appliance).
• We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to ungrounded usage.
• Place your freezer where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Your freezer should never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.
• Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, gas ovens and
heater cores, and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.
• When your freezer is placed next to a deep freezer, there should be at
least 2 cm between them to prevent humidity forming on the outer surface.
• Allow at least 150mm free space between the top of the appliance
and the ceiling. Do not put anything on the top of the appliance.
• Do not place heavy items on the appliance.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly, especially the interior, before use (see Cleaning and
Maintenance).
• The installation procedure into the kitchen unit is given in the Installation Manual. This
product is intended to be used in proper kitchen units only.
• Use the adjustable front legs to make sure your appliance is level and stable. You can
adjust the legs by turning them in either direction. This should be done before placing
food in the freezer.
• Before using your freezer, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a