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1.1 For your safety

If this appliance is replacing an existing appliance

which must be removed or disposed of, make sure
that it does not become a dangerous trap for children
by cutting its power supply cable and rendering it im-
possible to close the door. Use the same caution at
the end of the lifespan of the new appliance.

This appliance is designed to refrigerate beverages

and foods and is destined for domestic use.

The appliance must be installed by following the

instructions in the Installation Guide, particular care
should be taken not to obstruct the vent openings of
the appliance and of the built-in units.

The appliance features a concentrated lighting sys-

tem with LED lamps. Do not stare into these lamps
when they are on to avoid possible eyesight damage.
This warning is also contained on the label attached
to the inside of the refrigerator door.

When the freezer is functioning do not touch the

inner surfaces in stainless steel with wet or damp
hands, since skin may stick to the very cold surfaces.

Do not use any type of electrical equipment inside

of the food conservation compartments.

When positioning the shelves, do not place ﬁngers

in the shelf slide guides.

Do not position containers of ﬂammable liquids

near the appliance.

Completely switch off the appliance and unplug the

power supply cable during cleaning operations. If the
plug is not easily reached, it is a good idea to discon-
nect the omnipolar switch that controls the socket
that the appliance is connected to.

The packaging parts can be dangerous for chil-

dren: do not allow children to play with the plastic
bags, plastic ﬁlm or Styrofoam.

Any repairs must be performed by a qualiﬁed Fh-

iaba Service technician.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or lack of experience and knowledge unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concern-
ing 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.

Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit

pipes.

Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol

cans with a ﬂammable propellant in this appliance.

If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it

must be replaced by the manufacturer, customer
service or a similarly qualiﬁed person. Improper in-
stallations and repairs may put the user at consider-
able risk.

Repairs may be performed by the manufacturer,

customer service or a similarly qualiﬁed person only.

Symbols used in the Guide:

Notes

Suggestions for proper use
of the appliance

Important

Instruction to prevent damage
to the appliance

Warning

Instructions for preventing personal injury

1.2 Important information when using
the appliance

Never use electrical appliances inside the appli-

ance (e.g. heater, electric ice maker, etc.). Explosion
hazard!

Never defrost or clean the appliance with a steam

cleaner! The steam may penetrate electrical parts
and cause a short-circuit. Risk of electric shock!

Do not use pointed and sharp-edged implements

to remove frost or layers of ice. You could dam-
age the refrigerant tubes. Leaking refrigerant may
cause eye injuries or ignite.

Do not store products which contain ﬂammable

propellants (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substanc-
es in the appliance.
Explosion hazard!

Do not stand on or lean heavily against base of

appliance, drawers or doors, etc.

Before cleaning the appliance, pull out the power

cord plug or switch off the fuse. Do not pull out the
power cord plug by tugging on the power cord.

Store high-percentage alcohol tightly closed and

standing up.

Keep plastic parts and the door seal free of oil and

grease. Otherwise, parts and door seal will become
porous.

Never cover or block the ventilation openings for

the appliance.

2.1 Installation

Make sure that installation is performed correct-
ly, adhering to all of the instructions in the specif-
ic installation guide provided with the appliance.

2.2 Connection to the electrical mains

The appliance is equipped with a Schuko type
16A plug.
It must be connected to the electrical mains by
means of a corresponding Schuko socket.
Do not use extension cords and/or multiple
adapters for connection.

Important

Do not use extension cords and/or
multiple adapters for connection.

Warning

If energy is supplied through an alter-
native energy power source (solar, geo-
thermal, etc..) or if home automation
systems are installed, it is necessary to
install the Alternative Energy Kit to inte-
grate the unit into the power grid.

2.3 Refrigerant

The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained with-
in the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural
gas with a high level of environmental compatibility,
which is nevertheless ﬂammable.

During transportation and installation of the ap-

pliance, be certain that none of the components of
the refrigerant circuit become damaged.

If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:

– avoid open ﬂames and sources of ignition;
– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appli-
ance is situated.

ISO 7010 W021

1.3 Respect for the environment

Make sure you dispose properly of all packing

materials.

The appliance must not be disposed of with ur-

ban waste.
Contact local waste disposal authorities for infor-
mation on the disposal of recyclable waste.

For disposal, cut the power supply cord and

make it impossible to close the door.