Safety Information - Samsung Refrigerator User Manual

safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION
• Before operating the appliance, please read
this manual thoroughly and retain it for your
reference.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this instruction manual.
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.
• Because these following operating instructions
cover various models, the characteristics of
your refrigerator may differ slightly from those
described in this manual.
Important safety symbols and
precautions :
Hazards or unsafe practices that
may result in severe personal
WARNING
injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices that
may result in minor personal
cAuTION
injury or property damage.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug from the
wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded
to prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
Note.
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safety information
These warning signs are here to prevent
injury to you and others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
cE Notice
This product has been determined to be in
compliance with the Low Voltage Directive
(2006/95/EC), the Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Eco-Design
Directive(2009/125/EC) implemented by
Regulation (EC) No 643/2009 of the European
Union.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp
place or place where it may come in
contact with water.
- Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may
cause an electric shock or fire.
• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or
expose to the heat from stoves, room heaters or
other appliance.
• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other
potential lightening rods as ground.
- Improper use of the ground plug can result in
electric shock.
• Do not plug several appliances into the same
multiple power board.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical which has a voltage
rating that matched the rating plate.
- This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which
could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the
power plug.
- There is a risk of electric shock of fire.
• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion
damage along its length or at either end.
• Do not bend the power cord excessively or
place heavy articles on it.