Risk Of Electric Shock; Risk Of Cold Burns; Risk Of Injury; Fire Hazard/Danger Due To Refrigerants - Bosch B18IF905SP Instruction Manual

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Important safety instructions
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Risk of electric shock

Improper installations or repairs may put the
user at considerable risk.
When installing the appliance, make sure
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that the power cord does not get jammed
or damaged.
In order to avoid danger, if the power
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cord is damaged, disconnect the
appliance from the power source
immediately. Have the power cord
replaced by the manufacturer, customer
service or a similarly qualified person.
Do not use multiple outlets, extension
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cords, or adapters.
Before servicing the appliance or
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carrying out installation work, disconnect
the appliance from the power source or
switch off the fuse.
Before cleaning the appliance, press the
main On/Off switch to switch the
appliance off.
Glass shelves and other fittings can be
moved without any risk while the
appliance is switched on.
Never cut through or remove the power
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cord's third conductor (grounding
conductor).
Never defrost or clean the appliance
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using a steam cleaner. The steam may
penetrate electrical parts and cause a
short circuit.
The appliance, cord and accessories
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should only be repaired or replaced by
the manufacturer or an authorized
service provider.
Only use original parts supplied by the
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manufacturer.
These parts come with a warranty from
the manufacturer that they satisfy the
safety requirements.
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Risk of cold burns

Never put frozen food straight from the
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freezer compartment into your mouth.
Avoid prolonged skin contact with frozen
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food, ice or any other surface inside the
freezer compartment.

Risk of injury

Containers with carbonated drinks may
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burst.
Do not store containers which contain
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carbonated drinks in the freezer
compartment.
Fire hazard/Danger due to
refrigerants
The tubes of the refrigeration circuit contain
a small quantity of an environmentally
friendly but flammable refrigerant (R600a).
It does not damage the ozone layer and
does not add to the greenhouse effect. If
the refrigerant escapes, it may injure your
eyes or ignite.
Do not damage the tubes.
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If the tubes are damaged:
Keep naked flames and ignition sources
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away from the appliance.
Ventilate the room.
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Switch off the appliance and unplug the
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mains plug.
Please contact customer service.
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Risk of fire

Portable multi-outlet power strips and
portable power supplies may overheat,
causing a fire.
Never leave portable multi-outlet power
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strips or portable power supplies behind
the appliance.