( Safety instructions
T his appliance complies with the relevant safety
S a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s
regulations for electrical appliances and is fitted with
noise suppression.
The refrigeration circuit has been checked for leaks.
About these instructions
Read and follow the operating and installation inst-
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ructions. They contain important information on how
to install, use and maintain the appliance.
The manufacturer is not liable if you disregard the
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instructions and warnings in the operating and instal-
lation instructions.
Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the
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next owner.
Risk of explosion
Never use electric appliances inside the appliance
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(e.g. heaters or electric ice makers).
Do not store products which contain flammable pro-
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pellant (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substances in
the appliance.
Store high-percentage alcohol tightly sealed and in
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an upright position.
Do not use additional means to accelerate the
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defrosting process other than those recommended
by the manufacturer.
Risk of electric shock
Improper installations and repairs may put the user at
considerable risk.
When installing the appliance, ensure that the mains
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cable is not trapped or damaged.
If the mains cable is damaged: immediately dis-
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connect the appliance from the electricity supply.
Do not use multiple sockets, extension leads or
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adapters.
Have the appliance repaired by the manufacturer,
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Customer Service or a similarly qualified person
only.
Use original parts supplied by the manufacturer only.
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The manufacturer guarantees that these parts satisfy
the safety requirements.
Risk of cold burns
Never put frozen food straight from the freezer com-
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partment into your mouth.
Avoid prolonged contact of skin with frozen food, ice
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and the tubes in the freezer compartment.
Risk of injury
Containers which contain carbonated drinks may burst.
Do not store containers which contain carbonated
drinks in the freezer compartment.
Fire hazard/Danger due to refrigerants
The tubes of the refrigeration circuit convey a
small quantity of an environmentally friendly but
flammable refrigerant (R600a). It does not damage the
ozone layer and does not contribute to the greenhouse
effect. If refrigerant escapes, it may injure your eyes or
ignite.
Do not damage the tubes.
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If the tubes are damaged:
Keep naked flames and ignition sources away from
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the appliance.
Ventilate the room.
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Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug.
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Please contact Customer Service.
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Fire hazard
Portable multiple outlets or power supplies may
overheat, causing a fire.
Never leave portable multiple outlets or portable power
supplies behind the appliance.
Avoiding placing children and vulnerable
people at risk
At risk are:
Children,
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People who have limited physical, mental or sensory
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abilities,
People who have inadequate knowledge concerning
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safe operation of the appliance.
Measures:
Ensure that children and vulnerable people have
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understood the hazards.
Children or vulnerable people must be supervised by
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a responsible person when using the appliance.
Only children from 8 years and above may use the
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appliance.
Supervise children while the appliance is being cle-
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aned or maintained.
Never allow children to play with the appliance.
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Risk of suffocation
If the appliance features a lock: keep the key out of
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the reach of children.
Keep children away from the packaging and its
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parts.
Damage
To prevent damage:
Do not stand or support yourself on the base, run-
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ners or doors.
Keep plastic parts and door seals free of oil and
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grease.
Pull the mains plug – not the power cord.
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Weight
The appliance is very heavy. The appliance should
always be transported and set up by at least 2 persons.
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