Important Safety Instructions - Westinghouse WTB2300 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 & INFORMATION
this symbol indicates tips and information about use of the appliance
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
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
'flammable' and/or a small flame symbol, do
not store them inside any refrigerator or freezer.
If you do so, you may cause an explosion.
• When you dispose of your old refrigerators and freezers,
remove any doors. Children can suffocate if they get
trapped inside.
• This appliance contains insulation formed with flammable
blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards by carefully
disposing of this appliance.
• Don't use a steam cleaner. If live components come into
contact with condensing steam, they may short-circuit or
cause an electric shock.
WARNING
R600A REfRiGERANt wARNiNG
This appliance contains a small quantity of environmentally
friendly, but flammable, non-synthetic R600a refrigerant:
• Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged during transportation and installation.
• Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite.
• The room for installing appliance must be at least 1m
per 8g of refrigerant. The amount of refrigerant in the
appliance can be found on the rating plate inside the
appliance.
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 qualified electrician if you are unsure.
Don't use an extension cord or adapter plug.
If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced
by a service technician or a qualified person.
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
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, fires or heaters.
Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure
or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
When transporting and installing the refrigerator,
care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the
refrigerating circuit are damaged.
WARNING
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.
Follow the tips below:
Never let children play with the refrigerator.
Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment.
Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself.
Never use electric heaters or dryers to defrost the
freezer because you can receive an electric shock.
Never use electrical appliances inside the food
storage areas.
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 damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
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accelerate the defrosting process. (This refrigerator has
adopted automatic defrosting system.)
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SAFETY