
9. The packing materials (plastic bags, expanded polystyrene, etc.) must be kept out
of the reach of children or disabled persons since they represent potential sources
of danger.
Location
10. During transportation of this appliance, it should NOT be subjected to an
inclination of greater than 45 to the horizontal, so as to prevent damage to the
compressor and refrigeration system of the appliance.
11. This appliance is NOT suitable to be used or stored near heat sources (open flame,
ovens, heaters, stoves, etc.) and/or in an explosive environment (in the presence
of flammable substances such as gas, vapour, mist or dust, in atmospheric
conditions when, after ignition, the combustion is spread in the air). Items
containing these substances should never be placed in the appliance, and never
be used to clean the appliance in order to avert the risk of fire or explosion.
12. The appliance should NOT be placed on a surface, or in the vicinity of, objects
which can be damaged by heat, such as carpets or plastics. Never use the
appliance near curtains or textiles. DO NOT locate multiple portable socket outlets
or power supplies at the bottom or rear of the appliance. During operation, as heat
is transferred away from the appliance, the surface that the appliance is placed
upon as well the surface immediately above or adjacent to it may become hot.
There should be at least 10 cm of free space from the back, left & right sides and
at least 20 cm from the top to allow adequate air circulation to cool the compressor.
Never put things on top of the appliance. If the appliance is operated on wooden
furniture, use a protective pad to prevent damage to delicate finishes.
13. DO NOT touch the back and bottom of the appliance while it is operating to prevent
scalding, as the regions become hot as the appliance operates.
14. Avoid placing the power cable on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where
it can be damaged easily. Avoid placing heavy objects on the cable. The cable
must NOT be placed under carpets, or covered with throw rugs, runners or similar.
Arrange the cable away from the high traffic area, and where it will NOT be tripped
over. DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the cable.
15. DO NOT use or store the appliance outdoors. Store and use the appliance only
indoors, or in any case, protected from weathering such as rain, direct radiation of
the sun and dust.
Operation
16. If you are using the appliance for the first time, you should:
a. Clean the exterior of the appliance and the removable accessories contained
within with a solution of liquid detergent and water. Clean the interior of the
appliance with a solution of sodium bicarbonate dissolved in lukewarm water.
DO NOT use metal scouring pads.