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safety information
SAFETY INFORMATION
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Before operating the appliance, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it at a safe place
near the appliance for your future reference.
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this instruction manual. 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.
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This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
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Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this
manual do not cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It is your responsibility
to use common sense, caution, and care when
installing, maintaining, and operating your
appliance.
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Because these following operating instructions
cover various models, the characteristics of
your refrigerator may differ slightly from those
described in this manual and not all warning signs
may be applicable. If you have any questions or
concerns, contact your nearest service center
or find help and information online at www.
samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and
precautions:
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may
result in
severe personal injury or
death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may
result in
minor personal injury or
property damage.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug from the wall
socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to
prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
Note.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to
you and others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place
for future reference.
CE Notice
This product has been determined to be in
compliance with the Low Voltage Directive
(2006/95/EC), the Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/108/EC), RoHS Directive (2011/65/
EU), Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No
1060/2010 and the Eco-Design Directive(2009/125/
EC) implemented by Regulation (EC) No 643/2009 of
the European Union. (For products sold in European
Countries only)
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR
TRANSPORTATION AND SITE
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When transporting and installing the
appliance,care should be taken to ensure
that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are
damaged.
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R-600a or R-134a is used as a refrigerant. Check
the compressor label on the rear of the appliance
or the rating label inside the refrigerator to see
which refrigerant is used for your refrigerator.
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When this product contains flammable gas
(Refrigerant R-600a),
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Refrigerant leaking from the pipe work could
ignite or cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected,
avoid any naked flames or potential sources of
ignition and air the room in which the appliance is
standing for several minutes.
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In order to avoid the creation of a flammable
gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating
WARNING
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