12.
For additional protection, we recommend the use of a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current
not exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit supplying power to your appliance.
13.
Keep the appliance away from any hot surfaces and open flames. Always operate the appliance on a level,
stable, clean and dry surface. Protect the appliance against heat and cold, dust, direct sunlight, moisture,
dripping and splashing water.
14.
This appliance is classified as protection class I and must be connected to a protective ground (Earth).
15.
Regularly check the power plug and power cord for damage. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
16.
Do not pull the power plug out of the electrical outlet by the power cord and do not wrap the power cord
around the appliance.
17.
Connect the power plug to an easily reachable electrical outlet so that in case of an emergency the appliance
can be unplugged immediately. Pull the power plug out of the electrical outlet to completely switch off the
appliance. Use the power plug as the disconnection device.
18.
Always turn the appliance off before disconnecting the power plug.
19.
The maximum loading of each type of shelf should not exceed 20 kg.
20. In the event of fire, first pull the power plug out of the power outlet or disconnect the appliance from the
power supply before taking appropriate measures to fight the fire.
21.
Never use an extension cord – Risk of overheating! If the power cord does not reach the nearest electrical
outlet, either rearrange the store layout or ask qualified electrician to fix a new outlet.
22. Important! Allow the appliance to stand upright for 8 hours before connecting to a electrical outlet for the
first time, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle.
23. When disposing of the appliance do so only at an authorized waste disposal centre. Do not expose to flame.
24.
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.
25. To avoid contamination of food, respect the following instructions:
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Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments
of the appliance.
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Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
•
Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flush the water system connected to a water
supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.
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Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip
onto other food.
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If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the
door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
•
Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice-cream
and making ice cubes.
•
One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
WARNING:
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WARNING:
27.
the appliance.
28. For details on the use of the appliance to ensure the safe preservation of foodstuffs, please refer to the
leaflet at the end of this instruction manual.
29. For details on the most appropriate part in the compartment of the appliance where specific types of food
shall be stored, considering the distribution of temperature that can be present in the different compartments
of the appliance, please refer to the leaflet at the end of this instruction manual.
30. This refrigeration appliance is not intended for use as a built-in appliance.
CAUTION:
31.
may only be replaced / repaired by an authorized specialist or customer service.
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When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of
Do NOT remove the filament lamp cover. In the event of failure / defect, the filament lamp
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