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Section 1: Safety Advice
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Please read this booklet thoroughly before
installing and switching on the appliance.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility
for incorrect installation and usage.
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If this appliance is to replace an old appliance with a
lock, as a safety measure break or remove the lock
and/or door before disposal.
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Your old appliances contains insulation gases and
refrigerant that must be disposed of correctly.
Please ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged before the appliance is taken away for
correct disposal in line with current legislation. If
there is any doubt contact your Local Authority
for instructions.
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This appliance may contain the refrigerant isobutene
(R600a). This is a natural gas with a high level of
environmental compatibility; however, caution is
required as isobutene is a flammable gas. It is
essential to ensure that refrigerant tubes are
not damaged during transportation and the
installation of the appliance.
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In the event that the refrigerant circuit is damaged,
avoid naked flames or sources of ignition and
ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
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Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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Do not allow children to play with plastic bags – tear
the bag(s) immediately and ensure that they are
placed in a dust-bin out of reach.
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The 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 the 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.
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If using an adaptor, this must be used in accordance
with the manufacturers instructions and ensure that
the electrical circuit is not overloaded as this could
cause overheating.
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Do not twist or bend the cables, and keep them
away from hot surfaces.
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Do not plug ın or unplug this appliance with
wet hands.
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Following installation make sure that the power cable
is not trapped underneath the appliance.
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If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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Do not use mechanical/electrical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting process.
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Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
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Do not place glass bottles/cans in the freezer
compartment, as they may explode.
