
IMPORTA T SAFEGUARDS
1. All repairs, disassembly and modifications should be performed only by qualified
technicians. Attempting to perform these yourself could result in fire, malfunction or in-
jury.
2. Never splash water directly onto the product or wash it with water without unplug-
ging, as a short circuit could result. In a rainy environment, a water-proof covering
is recommended.
3. Never put flammable or volatile substances into the unit as explosion and fire could
result.
4. Do not damage, modify, excessively bend, strain, twist or bundle the power cord.
Also, placing heavy objects on the power cord or binding it could damage the cord,
possibly resulting in electrical shock or fire.
5. Use a dedicated wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord or multiple-outlet adap-
tor as this could result in electrical shock, overheating and fire.
6. Never use flammable spray cans or leave flammable substances near the unit.
Sparks from electrical switches could result in explosion or fire. If a combustible gas
is present near the appliance, turn off the source of the gas, then open the windows
and doors to allow the gas to dissipate. To avoid an explosion, do not pull the plug or
switch off the unit.
7. The electrical socket must have good grounding. The ground wire cannot be con-
nected with a gas pipe, heating pipe, water pipe, telephone line or lightning rod. It
cannot be replaced with the neutral wire of single-phase power. In addition to the
ground wire, an electrical leakage circuit breaker is also required.
8. If installation in a damp location is unavoidable, have an electrician install a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) electrical outlet. If no GFCI is installed,
electrical shock could result.
9. Never climb onto the unit. The unit could tip over or fall and cause material dam-
age or personal injury.
10. Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet before moving the unit and
make sure that the power cord is not damaged during transport. A damaged power
cord could result in electrical shock and/or fire.
11. Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and
pull straight out from the outlet. Pulling the cord could cause wire breakage, possibly
resulting in overheating and fire.
12. Repair or replace any cord that is frayed. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasions along its length.
13. Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments, unless
they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
14. Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.
15. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
16. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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