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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions
is not qualified to operate this appliance. All users of this appliance must read and
understand this Instruction Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including:
1. Read all instructions before operating this appliance.
2.
DO NOT TOUCH the hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3.
This appliance is NOT A TOY.
4.
Keep out of reach of children.
5.
Unsupervised young children and cognitively challenged individuals should never operate
this appliance.
6.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
7.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug or any part of this unit in
water or other liquids.
8.
Do not operate this appliance when parts are missing or broken.
9.
Unplug from outlet when not in use, before removing parts and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off any parts and before cleaning.
10. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
malfunctions, or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to
the nearest repair shop for examination, repair or adjustment.
11. The manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory attachments other than what
is provided by the manufacturer. Use of attachments may cause injuries.
12. DO NOT use the appliance for other than its intended use.
13. DO NOT use outdoors. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
14. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
15. DO NOT put any parts of this appliance in dishwasher.
16. DO NOT allow cord to hang over edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
17. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn
any control to "off," then remove plug from wall outlet.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Operating Safety Precautions
1.
Read all instructions before operating this appliance.
2.
Before connecting appliance to power supply, let the unit stand upright for 24 hours.
3.
Check appliance for presence of foreign objects prior to use.
4. NEVER put anything living into the refrigerator for risk of severe injury or death.
5. DO NOT cover or block any ventilation openings on the appliance.
6.
Keep the internal temperature as high as you can, which will reduce energy consumption
and save you money.
7. DO NOT continuously open and close the refrigerator and freezer door during normal use.
8.
Keep the drawers, stabilizing rods and shelves consistent with their original placement in
the refrigerator.
9.
The electrical circuit requirements are 115 volt and 60 Hz. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this product be provided.
10. DO NOT interrupt the power by pulling the power supply cord and/or pulling the power
plug out of its socket directly.
11. DO NOT damage the refrigerant tubing.
12. All maintenance on this unit should be done by an authorized repair technician.
13. DO NOT put bottled beverages in the freezer, as they may break and/or explode.
14. DO NOT put sealed containers of hot soups. sauces or foods into the refrigerator without
cooling off first. Hot soups, sauces or foods placed into the refrigerator will grow bacteria
and can cause food poisoning.
15. DO NOT store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this
appliance. This appliance is intended for household use and similar uses such as:
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Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
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Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and other residential
environments
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Catering and similar non-retail applications
16. DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT! Before you throw away your old refrigerator or
freezer, TAKE OFF THE DOORS! Leave the shelves and drawers in a place so that children
may not easily climb inside.
17. DO NOT dispose of this appliance as unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of appliance in
accordance with federal or local regulations.
18. It is best to not store objects that are magnetic, heavy or filled with water or other liquids
on top of this appliance. Electronic components may not work if water gets inside of this
appliance. Do not store valuable objects, objects that are adversely affected by temperature
or serum, bacterin, etc. inside or on top of the appliance.
19. SPECIAL SAFETY NOTICE:
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If a gas leak is suspected in the location, do not unplug or plug in the appliance as it
may cause sparks or fire.
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Don't splash water on the back of the appliance, as it may cause malfunction or
electric shock.
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Don't store flammable materials such as ether, benzene, gas or glue in the refrigerator.
20. CAUTION! Risk of fire or explosion if refrigerant tubing is punctured. Follow the handling
instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used.
Instructions for the Electrical Cord and Plug
1.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD: Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
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Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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DO NOT remove ground prong.
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DO NOT use an adapter.
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DO NOT use an extension cord.
2.
This unit MUST be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces
the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This unit is
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