Safety
Page GB-7
out of the accessory bag and putting
them in their mouths.
Risks when dealing with chemical
substances
Danger of explosion!
Improper handling of chemical sub-
stances can lead to explosions.
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Do not store explosive substances or
spray cans with fl ammable propel-
lants inside the appliance, as they
may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures
to explode.
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Never use defrosting sprays to de-
frost. They can generate explosive
gases.
CAUTION
Risks for certain groups of people
Dangers for children and people with
limited physical, sensory or mental ca-
pacity!
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This appliance may be used by chil-
dren ages 8 and over as well as per-
sons with impaired physical, sensory
or mental capacities or those lacking
experience and knowledge if they are
supervised or have been instructed in
how to safely use the appliance, and
have understood the risks associated
with operating it.
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Cleaning and user maintenance may
not be performed by children without
supervision.
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Children must not be allowed to play
with the appliance.
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Make sure children do not have unsu-
pervised access to the appliance.
Risks in handling freezers
Fire hazard!
Improper handling of the appliance
can lead to fi re and property damage.
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Only connect the appliance to a prop-
erly installed and earthed electric
socket.
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Do not connect to a multi-socket ex-
tension cable or a multi-socket plug.
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In order to guarantee suffi cient air
circulation, do not close the ventila-
tion openings in the appliance hous-
ing.
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Do not place the appliance directly
against the wall. Observe the mini-
mum spacing intervals (see „Choos-
ing a suitable location“ on page
GB-18).
Dangers from the refrigerant!
Your appliance’s refrigeration circuit
contains the environmentally friend-
ly, but fl ammable refrigerant R600a
(isobutane).
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Mechanical intervention in the refrig-
eration system must only be carried
out by authorised specialists.
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Do not damage the refrigeration cir-
cuit, for example, by piercing the re-
frigerant channels of the condensate
evaporator with sharp objects, bend-
ing the piping, cutting open the insu-
lation, etc.
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The refrigerant is fl ammable when
spurting out and can damage the
eyes. In this case, rinse your eyes in
clean water and seek medical assis-
tance immediately.
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