Safety
Page EN-8
CAUTION
Health hazard!
Contaminated food can cause health
problems.
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Opening the door for long periods can
cause a signifi cant increase of the
temperature in the compartments of
the appliance. Do not leave the door
open for a long time.
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Regularly clean surfaces that can
come in contact with food and acces-
sible drainage systems.
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If the refrigerating appliance is left
empty for long periods, switch off,
defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door
open to prevent mould developing
within the appliance.
Incorrect handling, insuffi cient cool-
ing or overlapping items can spoil the
stored food. This could lead to a risk of
food poisoning when consumed!
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Abide by the storage times recom-
mended by food manufacturers.
Health hazard!
The appliance may not operate proper-
ly if the ambient temperature exceeds
or falls below the specifi ed temperature
range for a prolonged period. This can
then lead to an increase in temperature
inside the appliance.
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Always ensure the prescribed ambi-
ent temperature is maintained (see
“Safety” on page EN-4).
Risk of damage
NOTICE
Risk of damage to property!
If the appliance has been transported
horizontally, lubricant from the com-
pressor may get into the cooling circuit.
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If possible, only transport the appli-
ance in a vertical position.
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Allow the cooling unit to stand up-
right for two hours before starting up
the appliance. The lubricant will fl ow
back into the compressor during this
time.
Risk of damage to property!
Improper handling of the appliance
can lead to damage to property.
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Do not pull or lift the appliance by its
doors or door handles.
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Place the appliance only on a lev-
el and fi rm surface that can support
the weight of the appliance when it
is fi lled.
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Do not use sharp or pointed objects
to unpack it.
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When unpacking the appliance, nev-
er damage the insulation material on
the back of the appliance.
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Do not use mechanical devices or oth-
er means to accelerate the defrost-
ing process, other than those recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
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The interior light must only be used
to illuminate the interior of the appli-
ance. It is not suitable for lighting a
room.