Important Safety Instructions - Electrolux EQE4960A-B User Manual

Important safety instructions

Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy
place for later reference.
The symbols you will see in this booklet have these meanings:
warning
This symbol indicates information concerning your
personal safety
caution
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid damaging
the appliance
tips and information
This symbol indicates tips and information about
use of the appliance
environmental tip
This symbol indicates tips and information about economical
and ecological use of the appliance
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
This symbol indicates never to do this
This symbol indicates always do this
warning
• If pressurised aerosol containers bear the
word 'fl ammable' and/or a small fl ame
symbol, do not store them inside any
refrigerator or freezer. If you do so, you
may cause an explosion.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators and
freezers, remove any doors. Children can suff ocate if
they get trapped inside.
• This appliance contains insulation formed with
fl ammable blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards by
carefully disposing of this appliance.
Warning: Risk of fire / flammable materials
warning
The appliance must be plugged into its own
dedicated 220-240V, 50Hz AC electrical outlet.
Ensure that the electric outlet is properly earthed
to ground. Consult a qualifi ed electrician if you are
unsure.
The plug must be accessible when the appliance
is in position.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualifi ed persons to avoid a hazard.
Unplug the appliance before cleaning and before
changing the light bulb to avoid.
electric shock.
Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull
straight out of the receptacle to prevent damaging
the power cord.
Choose a location that is not too cold –
the temperature should be above 10°c
Put the appliance in a dry place, avoiding areas
of high moisture or humidity.
Don't put the appliance in frosty or unprotected
areas, for example in a garage or on a verandah.
Don't put the appliance in direct sunlight.
Don't put the appliance near stoves, fi res
or heaters.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the
food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
Do not store explosive substances such as
aerosol cans with a fl ammable propellant in this
appliance.
When correctly installed, your appliance should:
• have adequate clearance to the back and sides
for air circulation (refer to page 4).
• be aligned to the surrounding cupboards.
• have doors that will self-close from a partially
open position.
warning
• Have the stability foot in place (see diagram on page
4) to prevent the appliance falling forward when a door
with heavy food load is opened.
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