The following warnings and cautions are categorized by the level of possible 
harm or damage that may occur from ignoring directions.
The symbols are shown as below clearly showing the significance of directions.
When you install ... To avoid fire, electric shock, and injury .
Warning
Caution
This pictograph indicates "There is 
a high possibility of serious injury 
or death, if ignored".
This pictograph indicates "There is 
a high possibility of injury or damage 
to property, if ignored".
The symbols below are examples.
This symbol is an alert mark.
This symbol indicates "prohibited".
This symbol indicates "necessary".
■Do not install the refrigerator in a place 
 where it may come in contact with water.
● This may impair electricity insulation 
 and cause electric shock or fire.
Warning and Caution for Safety
Warning
■ Ground this refrigerator to prevent electric shock 
 and noise interference. Always ground this 
 refrigerator when using it in places with high 
 humidity or moisture. (Please consult with a retailer 
 or HITACHI service center.)
Power Cord and Power Plug ...To avoid fire, electric shock . 
■Do not connect the wall outlet whose power 
 capacity is less than the refrigerator's. 
 Also, do not use power sources that are not 
 a rated voltage.
● If a power source is shared with other appliances 
 using double or multipoint adapters, the adapter 
 may heat up beyond the normal level and cause fire.
■ Connect the power plug firmly to a power outlet with the cord running down.
● Connection of the power plug with the cord running up 
 could apply stress on the cord and cause electrical short 
 or overheat, which could result in electrical shock or fire.
● Incomplete connection of the power plug could result 
 in electrical shock or fire due to heat.
■ Do not use a damaged or loose power plug or 
 power outlet. This may cause fire or electric shock.
■ If the power cord or plug is damaged, 
 please consult with a retailer about the repair.
■ Do not cut, bend, fold the 
 power cord to avoid fire 
 and electric shock.
■ Do not insert or remove 
 the power plug with wet hands. ■ Be sure to unplug the power plug before 
 maintaining the refrigerator.
● Be sure to hold the power plug to unplug.
■ Clean the dust on the power plug frequently with dry cloth.
● Unplug the power plug and wipe it with dry cloth.
● An insulation failure due to moisture or when dust 
 collects on the power plug may cause fire.
During daily use ...To avoid fire, electric shock . 
■ Do not splash water on or inside the refrigerator.
● This may impair electricity insulation causing 
 electric shock or fire. 
● This may also cause gas
 leakage because of pipe rust.
■ Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the 
 refrigerator by yourselves.
● Please consult with a retailer or HITACHI service 
    centre if any repair is required.
■ Do not put water containers or foreign articles 
 on the top of the refrigerator.
● Opening and closing doors etc. may cause 
 the articles on the top of the refrigerator may 
 fall down, resulting in injury.
■Do not use other electrical appliances in the 
 food storage compartment, unless it is the 
 type recommended by the manufacturer.
■Do not hang on the doors or step up on the various 
 compartments.
● Injury may be caused by the refrigerator tipping over 
 or hands getting caught in door.
■ Ether, liquid propane gas, solvent, etc. which 
 volatile cannot be stored in this refrigerator.
● Do not store explosive substances such as
 aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in
 this appliance.
■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 instructions 
 concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
■ Do not use mechanical devices or any other means  
 to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those 
 recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Medicines, chemicals, research and experimental 
 substances should not be stored in the refrigerator.
● Substances that require precise conditions for 
 storage cannot be stored in a domestic refrigerator.
■Do not damage the refrigerant pipe.
● If you happen to damage the refrigerant pipe, 
 stay away from the refrigerator and avoid 
 using fire and electrical appliances.
● And, open windows to ventilate and contact retailers or HITACHI service center.
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Fix with earth screws
Earthing 
terminal
Rated
Voltage