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These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all
before installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure
about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.
Prior to installation
Check the appliance for transport damage. Under
no circumstances should a damaged appliance be
installed. In the event of damage please contact
our retailer.
Installation
This appliance is heav . Care should be taken when
moving it.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt
to modif this product in an wa .
Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the
electrical suppl cable. If the suppl cable is
damaged, it must be replaced b a cable available
from our local Service Force Centre.
Make sure that the power plug is not squashed
or damage.the back of the fridge/freezer.
- A damaged power plug ma overheat and cause a
fire.
Do not place heavy articles or the
fridge/freezer itself on the power cord.
- There is a risk of a short circuit and fire.
Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its
lead, particularly when the fridge/freezer is
being pulled out of its niche.
- Damage to the cord ma cause a short-circuit, fire
and/or electric shock.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
b a certified service agent or qualified service
personnel.
If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert
the power plug.
- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
An electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out b a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Parts which heat up should not be exposed.
Whenever possible, the back of the appliance should
be close to a wall, but leaving the required distance
for ventilation, as stated in the installation instructions.
The appliance should be left for 2 hours after
installation before it is turned on, in order to allow
the refrigerant to settle.
Child Safety
Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or
pla with the product.
There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging
material awa from children!
During Use
This appliance is designed for domestic use onl ,
specificall for the storage of edible foodstuffs. It is
not intended for commercial or industrial use.
Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak
at low temperatures. Do not store an containers
with flammable materials, such as spra cans, fire
extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the freezer.
Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has
thawed out.
Do not place carbonated or fizz drinks in the
freezer.
Ice lollies can cause 'frost/freezer burns' if
consumed straight from the freezer.
Do not remove items from the freezer if our
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
Bottles and cans must not be placed int the
freezer the can burst when the contents freeze.
Manufacturers' recommended storage times
should be adhered to. Refer to relevant
instructions.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Before cleaning, alwa s switch off the appliance
and disconnect from the electrical suppl .
When unplugging alwa s pull the plug from the
mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
Servicing
This product should be serviced b an
authorised engineer and onl genuine spare
parts should be used.
Under no circumstances should ou attempt to
repair the appliance ourself. Repairs carried out
b inexperienced persons ma cause injur or
serious malfunctioning. Contact our local
Service Force Centre.
At the end of the Appliance Life
When disposing of our appliance use an
authorised disposal site.
Remove the plug and ensure that an locks or
catches are removed, to prevent oung children
being trapped inside.
Safety precautions for isobutane
Warning
The refrigerant isobutane (R 600a) is contained
within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a
natural gas with a high level of environmental
compatibilit , which is nevertheless flammable.
Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended b the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance.
The Appliance and the Environment
This appliance does not contain gases which could
damage the ozone la er.
Avoid damaging the cooling unit.
The packaging used on this appliance marked with
the s mbol is rec clable.
Keep this instruction book for future reference
and ensure it is passed on to any new owner.