Important Safety Instructions - Frigidaire FTE5200SBRE Operating Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators and freezers,
remove any doors. Children can suff ocate if they get trapped
inside.
• This appliance contains insulation formed with fl ammable
blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards by carefully disposing of
this appliance.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack or experience or knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concering use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
R600A REFRIGERANT WARNING
T his appliance may contain a small quantity of
environmentally friendly, but flammable, non-synthetic R600a
refrigerant. The data label inside the refrigerator will state the
type of refrigerant and the amount in grams.
Avoid safety hazards by carefully installing, handling,
servicing and disposing of this appliance.
Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged during transportation and installation.
• Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite.
• The room for installing appliance must be at least 1m3 per
8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant in the appliance
can be found on the rating plate inside the appliance.
•
This appliance contains insulation formed with fl ammable
blowing gases. For safety reasons, take care when you dispose of
it.
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators or freezers
remove any doors. Children can suff ocate if they get trapped
inside a discarded unit.
SWITCHING OFF YOUR REFRIGERATOR
If you switch off your refrigerator for an extended period,
follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould:
1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the power point.
3. Thoroughly clean and dry the Interior.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly for air
circulation.
WARNING
The appliance must be plugged into its own
dedicated 220-240V, 50Hz AC electrical outlet.
Ensure that the electric outlet is properly earthed
to ground. Consult a qualifi ed electrician if you are
unsure.
The plug must be accessible when the appliance is in
position.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualifi ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Unplug the appliance before cleaning and before
changing the light bulb to avoid electric shock.
Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip the plug fi rmly, and pull straight
out of the receptacle to prevent damaging the power
cord.
Choose a location that is not too cold – the temperature
should be above 10°C.
Put the appliance in a dry place, avoiding areas
of high moisture or humidity.
Don't put the appliance in frosty or unprotected
areas, for example in a garage or on a verandah.
Don't put the appliance in direct sunlight.
Don't put the appliance near stoves, fi res or heaters.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance, unless they
are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with fl ammable propellant in this appliance.
If pressurised aerosol containers bear the word
fl ammable and/or a small fl ame symbol, do not store
them inside any refrigerator. If you do so you may cause
an explosion.
Keep the ventilation openings, in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction
Never store fi zzy drinks in the freezer compartment
Never lick icy foods when they fi rst come out of the
freezer, this can burn your lips and mouth.
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