Safety Precautions - Panasonic Inverter NR-BW465V Operating Instructions Manual

Safety precautions

WARNING
This sign means
[It may lead a serious injury or death.]
Otherwise it may cause
a fi re, injury, explosion,
electrical shock.
In case of emergency...
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● Do not store explosive substances such as
aerosol cans with a fl ammable propellant
and chemicals or scientifi c specimens in this
appliance.
● Maintenance work can only be carried out by
authorised service agents.
● Servicing personal in Queensland are hereby
advised that Queensland installation/servicing
requirements must be followed, including
the need for a Gas Work Authorisation
(hydrocarbon refrigerants), if the gas system
of this appliance is opened or charged.
(Australia only)
● This appliance contains a small quantity of
R600a refrigerant which is environmentally
friendly, but fl ammable. It does not damage
the ozone layer, nor does it increase the
greenhouse effect.
● During transportation and installation, ensure
that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged.
● Leaking refrigerant can ignite and may
damage the eyes.
● In the event any damage does occur, avoid
exposure to open fi res and any device which
creates a spark. Disconnect the appliance
from the mains power.
● Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the
appliance is located for several minutes.
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These signs mean prohibited action.
This sign means required action.
WARNING
Do not use electrical
appliances such as a
deodorizer in the refrigerator.
(If the refrigerant leaks, then
it may catch fi re due to sparks
on the contacts.)
Please be sure to follow these instructions.
CAUTION
This sign means
[It may result in injury or property damage.]
In case of emergency...
● Notify Panasonic NZ Customer
Care on 0800 726 222 for
necessary action and advice.
● The room for installing the
appliance must be at least 1 cubic
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metre per 8 grams of refrigerant.
The refrigerant quantity contained
in this appliance is noted on the
Rating Plate of the appliance.
● Stop using the refrigerator immediately
if there is an abnormality or failure.
(Otherwise it may cause smoke, a fi re or
electrical shock.)
Abnormality and failure examples.
- Power cord or plug is abnormally hot.
- Power cord is deeply cut or deformed.
- There is a burning smell.
- You can feel tingling electricity.
● A fl ammable refrigerant is used. If you
have damaged the cooling circuit (piping),
open the windows to ventilate the room
and contact your dealer. (Otherwise it
may cause an electrical shock, ignition or
explosion.)
● Do not disassemble, repair or modify
the refrigerator by yourself. If repairs are
required, please consult your dealer or
authorised service center.
● Do not use mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.
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