Hca Warning - Defy DUF300 Instruction Manual

Safety Warnings
Leave the freezer to stand for at least 12 hours before switching on to allow the
compressor oil to settle if transported horizontally.
If your Freezer has a lock, keep it locked and store the key in a safe place and out of
reach of children.
• If you are discarding an old freezer with a lock or latch fitted to the door, disable the
lock/latch, ensure that it is left in a safe condition to prevent the entrapment of young
children.
• See Installation Instructions for information on a suitable location.
• On delivery, check to make sure that the product is not damaged and that all the parts
and accessories are in perfect condition.
• Ensure that the plug remains readily accessible. Do not use multiple adapter plugs or an
extension cable.
• Failure to observe these instructions may invalidate your right to free service during the
warrantee period.
Ensure that there is sufficient spacing between the Freezer and surrounding walls.
Unplug the Freezer from the mains when you do a complete defrost on the Freezer or
when you clean the Freezer.
It is not advisable to switch the Freezer off if it is not going to be used for a few days
only.
If the Freezer is not going to be used for a longer period, proceed as follows to reduce
any fire risk caused by a possible problem with the power cable: Unplug the Freezer,
empty the freezer, defrost and clean it (see defrosting, maintenance and cleaning) .
Leave the door open to avoid any unpleasant smells.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in
the Freezer .
This Freezer is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff
kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by
clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast
type environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.

HCA Warning

Freezer cooling systems containing R600a:
If the Freezer contains non CFC / HFC natural substances in the cooling system (Called
R600a) and in the insulation (Called cyclopentane), these are potentially flammable if
exposed to fire. Therefore, take care not to damage, the cooling circuit / pipes of the
Freezer in transportation and in use.
In case of damage do not expose the freezer to fire or potential ignition sources and
immediately ventilate the room where the freezer is situated.
Ignore this warning if your Freezers cooling system contains R134a.
Never dispose of the
Do not dispose of your Freezer along with regular household waste.
Contact your local authority for disposal information and facilities available.
Freezer in a fire.
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