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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using
this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including
the following:
1) Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and
care guide.
2) This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the installation
instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation
section.
3) This refrigerator should not be recessed or built into an enclosed cabinet. It is
designed for freestanding installation only.
4) Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp
the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
5) Repair or replace immediately, all electric service cords that have become
frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasion damage along its length, the plug or the connector end.
6) If your old refrigerator is not being used, we recommend that you remove the
doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.
7) After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the
freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may
adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.
8) Do not refreeze foods which have been thawed completely. The United States
Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 reads: “…
You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice
crystals or if they are still cold–below 40˚F”
“…Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color
should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should
be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable,
discard it. The food may be dangerous to eat.”
“…Even partial thawing and re-freezing reduce the eating quality of foods,
particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. The eating quality of red
meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as
soon as possible, to save as much of their eating quality as you can.”
9) Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in defrosting your
refrigerator.
