Westinghouse WQE6870, User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• It is essential the power point is properly earthed to
ground. Consult a qualified electrician if you are
unsure.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance, unless
they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or moving
it to avoid electric shock.
• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the
electrical cord as this may damage it. Grip the
plug firmly and pull straight out.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
• Don’t use a steam cleaner. If live components
come into contact with condensing steam, they
may short-circuit or cause an electric shock.
• Do not store explosive substances such as
aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this
appliance. If pressurised aerosol containers bear the
word ‘flammable’ and/or a small flame
symbol, do not store them inside any refrigerator
or freezer. If you do so you may cause an
explosion.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. This
appliance contains insulation formed with
flammable blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards by
carefully disposing of this appliance.
• If you wish to discard this refrigerator, please
contact your local authorities and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators and
freezers, remove any doors. Children can
suffocate if they get trapped inside.
• The plug must be accessible when the appliance
is in position.
• Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself,
only use a qualified or authorized service
person for repairs.
• Never put the appliance in a location that is too
cold or is unprotected, for example in a garage
or on a veranda. The ambient should be above
10°C.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the
supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or
portable power supplies at the rear of the
appliance.
WARNING
R600a refrigerant warning
This appliance contains flammable R600a refrigerant.
Avoid safety hazards by carefully installing, handling,
servicing and disposing of this appliance.
• Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit
is not damaged during transportation and
installation.
• Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or
ignite.
• The room for installing appliance must be at
least 1m3 per 8g of refrigerant. The amount of
refrigerant in the appliance can be found on the
rating plate inside the appliance.
• If you are unsure of the refrigerant check the
rating plate inside the refrigerator
compartment.
• It is hazardous for anyone other than an
Authorised Service Person to service this
appliance. In Queensland Australia the
Authorisation Service Person MUST hold a Gas
Work Authorisation for hydrocarbon
refrigerants to carry out servicing or repairs
which involve the removal of covers.
• Keep ventilation openings in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
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Note: You must read these warnings carefully
before installing or using the refrigerator. If you
need assistance, contact your customer care
centre. The manufacturer will not accept liability,
should these instructions or any other safety
instructions incorporated in this book be ignored.
Symbol ISO 7010 W021
Warning : Risk of fire / Flammable materials