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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
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WARNING!
When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions
including the following:
zThis product has been designed for use in a normal domestic (residential) environment.
zChildren should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
zCleaning and user maintenance shall not be undertaken by children without supervision.
zThis 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.
zAll users must understand the hazards involved.
zChildren should not play with the appliance and should not carry out user maintenance
without supervision.
zTo ensure the appliance is stable under all conditions, we recommend installing a
stability bracket. Please refer to the ‘Installation instructions’ leaflet supplied.
zKeep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear
of obstruction.
zDo not damage the refrigerant circuit.
zIn case of damage to the refrigerant circuit, ventilate the area by opening all windows.
Do not operate electrical equipment or any other equipment that may produce arcs,
sparks or flames in the area. Contact your Fisher & Paykel trained and supported
service technician immediately to arrange for the appliance to be repaired.
Food safety
zThis appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of wine.
zDo not store food and milk products in the Wine Cabinet. The interior temperature may
not be cool enough to prevent spoilage in food, and the expiry dates stated on the
food packaging may be invalid.
Electrical safety
zThis appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions before
use.
zAlways grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
zDo not plug in any other appliance at the same power point as your Wine Cabinet.
zRepair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along its length,
or at either the plug or appliance end.
zIf the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel
trained and supported service technician.
zWhen moving your appliance, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
zWARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of
the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
zWARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or
damaged.
zWARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at
the rear of the appliance.
zDo not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by the manufacturer.