Important Safety Instructions - Westinghouse WSE7000S User Manual

iMpoRtANt SAfEtY iNStRUctioNS

Please read the user manual carefully and store in a
handy place for later reference. Pass the user manual
on to possible new owners of the refrigerator.
The symbols you will see in this booklet have these
meanings:
WARNING
this symbol indicates information concerning your personal safety
CAUTION
this symbol indicates information on how to avoid damaging
the appliance
TIPS & INFORMATION
this symbol indicates tips and information about use of the appliance
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
this symbol indicates tips and information about economical and
ecological use of the appliance
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
this symbol indicates never to do this
this symbol indicates always do this
WARNING
• I f pressurised aerosol containers bear the word
'flammable' and/or a small flame symbol,
do not store them inside any refrigerator or
freezer. If you do so you may cause an explosion.
• W hen you dispose of your old refrigerators and
freezers, remove any doors. Children can suffocate
if they get trapped inside.
• T his appliance contains insulation formed with
flammable blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards
by carefully disposing of this appliance.
• T his appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning 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.
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 qualified electrician if you are unsure.
Don't use an extension cord or adapter plug.
Don't plug your refrigerator into a timer fitted to the
power point.
If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced
by a service technician or a qualified person.
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 firmly, 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 10ºC.
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, fires or heaters.
Don't put the refrigerator on an uneven surface.
Never let children play with the refrigerator.
Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment.
Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself.
Never use electric heaters or dryers to defrost the
freezer because you can receive an electric shock.
Never use electrical appliances inside the
refrigerator or freezer.
R600A REfRiGERANt wARNiNG
This appliance contains a small quantity of environmentally
friendly, but flammable, non-synthetic R600a refrigerant:
• E nsure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged during transportation and installation.
• L eaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite.
• T he room for installing appliance must be at least
1m per 8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant
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in the appliance can be found on the rating plate
inside the appliance.
SAFETY
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