Safety Information - Sharp SJ-XP580G Operation Manual

Thank you very much for buying this SHARP product. Before using your SHARP refrigerator, please read this operation
manual to ensure that you gain the maximum benefit from it.
• This refrigerator is for household only, with ambient temperature between +5°C and +43°C.
The refrigerator should not be subjected to temperatures of -10°C or below for a long period of time.

Safety information

Warning
This means that there are high risks of death or serious injury.
Caution
This means that there are high risks of material damage or personal injury.
Warning
Refrigerant
This refrigerator contains flammable refrigerant (R600a:
isobutane) and insulation blowing gas (cyclopentane).
Observe the following rules to prevent ignition and
explosion.
■ The room for installing the refrigerator must be at least
1 cubic metre per 8 grams of refrigerant.
The refrigerant quantity contained in this refrigerator is
noted on the Rating Plate of the appliance.
■ Do not allow any sharp objects to have contact with the
refrigeration system. The refrigeration system behind
and inside the refrigerator contains refrigerant. Leaking
refrigerant can ignite and may damage the eyes.
■ Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process. (This refrigerator has
adopted automatic defrosting system.)
■ Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator.
■ Do not block the space around the refrigerator.
■ Do not use flammable sprays, such as spray paint near
the refrigerator.
■ In the case of failure of the refrigeration system, do not
touch the wall socket and use open flames.
Open the window and air out the room. Then ask a
service agent approved by SHARP for service.
In Queensland - the authorized Service Person MUST
hold a Gas Work Authorisation for hydrocardon
refrigerants, to carry out servicing and repairs which
involve the removal of covers.
■ During transportation and installation, ensure that the
tubing of the refrigerator circuit is not damaged.
Installation
■ Do not install the refrigerator in a damp or wet location.
It may cause damage to the insulation or electrical leak.
Dew may also appear on the outer cabinet and cause
rust.
■ The refrigerator should be installed flatly and firmly on
the floor.
Power cord, Plug, Socket
Read carefully the following rules to prevent electric
shock or fire.
■ Connect the power plug into the wall socket firmly and
directly. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
■ Connect the power plug to the socket with the required
rated voltage.
■ Connect the earth pin to the earth terminal properly.
■ Make sure that the power cord has not been damaged
during installation or moving. If the power plug or cord
is loose, do not insert the power plug.
■ Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
■ Disconnect from the main electricity supply by removing
the main plug from the socket.
Do not remove by pulling the power cord.
■ Dust deposited on the power plug may cause fire.
Wipe it off carefully.
■ Pull out the plug if the refrigerator is not used for a long
time.
■ Should the flexible supply cord be damaged, it must
be replaced by service agent approved by SHARP, a
special cord is required.
In use
■ Do not store volatile and flammable materials such
as ether, petrol, propane gas, aerosol cans, adhesive
agents and pure alcohol etc. These materials are easy
to explode.
■ Do not store temperature-sensitive products such as
pharmaceutical products in the refrigerator.
There are high risks of changes in product quality .
■ Do not attempt to change or modify this refrigerator.
This may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
■ Do not place any object on the top of the refrigerator.
If the object falls down from the top, it may cause injury.
■ This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years or above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way or understanding the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be done by children without
supervision.
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