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• The appliance is manufactured in compliance with the effective safety standards. Nevertheless,
we recommend it is not used by persons with impaired physical or mental abilities and motor
skills, or persons with deficient experience or knowledge, without due supervision. The same
recommendation applies to the use of appliance by minors.
• Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please read carefully the instructions for
use which describe the appliance and its correct and safe use. The instructions apply for several
appliance types/models; thus, settings or equipment may be described herein which is not
available in your appliance.
• Remove the packaging intended for protecting the appliance or particular parts during transport.
• Installed under the chest cover are the spacers that protect the cover gasket from transport
damage.
• Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, let the appliance rest in a vertical position
for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of operation faults due to the effect of
transport on the cooling system.
• Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, clean the inside of the appliance using
warm water to which you have added some vinegar.
• The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in compliance with the
effective standards and regulations.
• The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be exposed to rain.
• Unplug the appliance from the power mains (remove the cord from the wall outlet/socket) before
cleaning, bulb replacement, and any repairs. The appliance may only be repaired by an expert.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service technician or other adequately
trained person.
• If the appliance will be out of use for a prolonged period of time, switch it off by rotating the
thermostat knob to the position (see section “Operating the appliance with mechanical
controls – Switching the appliance on/off”) and disconnect the power supply to the appliance.
Empty the appliance, defrost it, clean it, and leave the cover ajar.
• Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be recycled, disposed of, or
destroyed without any hazard to the environment.
• Do not let the children play with the appliance.
Ventilation slots should always be clean and unobstructed.
Do not use any mechanical accessories or other methods to defrost the appliance,
except for those expressly recommended by the manufacturer. Be particularly careful
not to pierce the exterior front or exterior back wall or any surface in the appliance
interior. This will prevent damage to the cooling system.
• With models with condenser unit located on the back wall, be extra careful not to damage the
condenser unit during cleaning.
During installation, cleaning, and removal of appliance, be careful not to damage the
insulation of the parts of the cooling system. This will also prevent pollution.
Do not use any electric devices inside the appliance, except for those allowed by the
manufacturer of this refrigeration appliance.
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Before using the appliance for the first time