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Safety Warnings
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To obtain the best possible performance and trouble free operation from your freezer it
is very important to carefully read these instructions.
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This owners manual must be handed over to the new owner should ownership change.
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This freezer must only be used for its intended purpose i.e. the storing and freezing of
edible foodstuff. Use only indoors and in closed areas.
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Consult with your authorised DEFY service centre for all questions and problems
relating to the Chest Freezer. Only authorised agents are to carry out repairs.
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Vapour and vaporized cleaning materials should never be used in the cleaning and
defrosting of your Chest Freezer. The vapour may come into contact with the electrical
parts and cause a short circuit or electric shock.
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Never sit on, stand on or use your freezer glass lids as a step.
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Do not use electrical appliances inside the freezer.
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Do not drill, cut or modify the Chest Freezer. Injuries may result if the refrigerant
circuit is damaged. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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Keep ventilation openings, in the freezer enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
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Repairs are to be carried out by authorised persons only. Repairs carried out by
incompetent persons create a risk for the user.
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Unplug the freezer in case of failure or when cleaning, during routine maintenance or if
it will not be used for an extended period.
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To unplug the Chest Freezer, remove the plug by pulling on the plug and not the cable!
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Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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Do not operate a damaged Chest Freezer. Consult with your nearest DEFY service
centre should you have any concerns.
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The electrical safety of the Chest Freezer will only be guaranteed if the earth system of
your home is compliant with national standards.
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Exposing the freezer to rain,
snow, sun and wind is a dangerous electrical safety risk.
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Should the mains lead of the freezer become damaged or should it need replacing at
any time, it must be replaced by a special purpose made mains lead which can only be
obtained from a DEFY Authorised Service Agent.
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Never plug the Chest Freezer into the wall outlet during installation. Risk of death or
serious injury may occur.
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Never connect your freezer to
electricity saving systems: They may damage the freezer.
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Avoid any damage to the power cable when transporting the Chest Freezer. Bending the
cable may cause a fire. Never place heavy objects on the power cable.
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Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
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Do not plug in the freezer if the wall outlet is loose.
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Do not spray water in or onto the freezer for safety purposes.
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Do not store or use flammable gas, benzene, petrol or volatile substances in or near the
freezer.
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Never pour or spray water into the freezer and do not store liquids, pot plants or open
containers on top of the freezer as these might spill causing electrical shorting.
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DO NOT connect your freezer to the electricity supply until all packing and transit
protectors have been removed.
These are put in place to protect the Chest Freezer
during warehousing and transport, it is provided with spacers between the door and the
cabinet (on the front and rear side). These spacers must be removed before putting the
freezer into operation.
