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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before
the
appliance
is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described
in this manual, so read the manual carefully. We strongly recommend that you have a
professional install your new machine. The warranty may be affected or voided by
an incorrect installation. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when
using the
appliance
, follow basic precautions, including the following:
DANGER
•
It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your
appliance
, be provided. Use receptacles that cannot
be turned off by a switch or pull chain.
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Please ensure that the required voltage is being supplied at all times.
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The unit should be plugged into a grounded and properly-sized electrical outlet with appropriate over-current
protection.
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Ensure unit is not resting on or against the electrical cord.
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Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.
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Never unplug the
appliance
by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the
outlet.
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Never clean
appliance
parts with flammable fluids. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected.
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Unplug the
appliance
or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in electrical
shock or death.
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If the unit is not in use for a long period of time, best to unplug the unit from the outlet.
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After unplugging or a power outage to the unit, wait at least 10 minutes before plugging it back in. Failure to do so
could cause damage to the compressor.
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Do not operate the appliance with a frayed or crimped power cord.
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Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your
appliance
unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. A
qualified technician should do all other servicing or repairs.
WARNING
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Use two or more people to move and install appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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This appliance must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the appliance compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin may stick to these
extremely cold surfaces.
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Setting temperature controls to the ZERO (0) position does not remove power from the appliance, it must be turned
off at the unit appliance circuit breaker or by unplugging it.
•
To ensure proper ventilation for your
appliance
, choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 50ºF
(10ºC) and below 86ºF (30ºC). If in an environment with a temperature between 86 and 104ºF (30 to 40ºC) use of
a fan blowing into the utility compartment or similar auxiliary cooling of that area is required. This unit MUST be
installed in an area protected from the elements, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips.
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The
appliance
should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.
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It is important for the
appliance
to be level for proper operation. You may need to make adjustments to level it.
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Remove the packing materials & be sure to discard them as the work area is policed. Clean the
appliance
before using.
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Do not use this apparatus for other than its intended purpose.
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Only trained, qualified personnel should attend to & monitor the appliance’s performance and upkeep.
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Do not attempt to use the shelving as a ladder.
