Hitachi R-S42NH Instruction Manual page 34

About the refrigerant (Be careful of the following as this is a flammable gas R600a: isobutane)
● Do not scratch or damage the main body of the
refrigerator with a sharp object
such as screw.
Since the refrigerant used is
Prohibited
flammable, any leakage from the
pipe inside the wall may cause
ignition and explosion.
● Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
If you damage the
refrigerant pipe, stay
away from the refrigerator
and avoid using fire and
electrical appliances.
Should you damage the
refrigerator, open the
window to ventilate and contact the authorised service
centre.
● The warning label and name plate including this symbol
affixed on compressor and refrigerator should be kept
throughout the life of the refrigerator.
In case of emergency
● Stop the refrigerator by unplugging
it if it is not running properly or
breaks down.
Continuous running may cause
electric shock or injury.
・ Always hold the plug when
● In the event of gas leak, do not touch the refrigerator and open
windows to allow ventilation.
・Sparks from points of electrical contact such as door switches may
When discarding the unit
● Before discarding the unit or recycling, remove the door gaskets to avoid the risk of an
infant or child being entrapped inside.
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unplugging it.
ignite explosions causing fire or burn injuries.
WARNING
● Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
● Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator.
・If the refrigerant leaks, sparks on the contact may
● Keep the enclosure or built-in
ventilation openings of this product
away from obstructions.
Leakage of refrigerant gas may cause
ignition or explosion.
● Please consult your dealer or the Recycle
Hotline of the Recycle Centers in the
Environmental Protection Administration
when discarding the unit.
If the refrigerant leaks, it may cause ignition
and explosion.
● Only the service companies or service personnel
certified by Hitachi shall handle, repair, dispose of,
or install the used flammable refrigerant.
Disassembly
prohibited
cause ignition and explosion.
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● Do not disassemble, repair, or modify your
refrigerator.
Injury may be caused by ignition of fire or faulty
running.
・ Please consult with a retailer if any repairs or
disassembly are required.
turn off
the switch