Safe Installation - Siemens KIR Series User Manual

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Safe installation

WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock!
¡ Improper installation is dangerous.
▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with
the specifications on the rating plate.
▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating
current only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
▶ The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical
installation must be properly installed.
▶ Never equip the appliance with an external switching
device, e.g. a timer or remote control.
▶ When the appliance is installed, the mains plug of the
power cord must be freely accessible. If free access is not
possible, an all-pole isolating switch must be installed in the
permanent electrical installation according to the installation
regulations.
▶ When installing the appliance, check that the power cable is
not trapped or damaged.
¡ If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is danger-
ous.
▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with heat
sources.
WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion!
If the appliance's ventilation openings are sealed, a leak in the
refrigeration circuit may result in a flammable mixture of gas
and air.
▶ Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in
the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
WARNING ‒ Risk of fire!
¡ It is dangerous to use an extended power cord and non-ap-
proved adapters.
▶ Do not use extension cables or multiple socket strips.
▶ If the power cord is too short, contact Customer Service.
▶ Only use adapters approved by the manufacturer.
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