Safety
Page EN-8
CAUTION
Risks for certain groups of people
Danger to children and people with im-
paired physical, sensory or mental abil-
ities!
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This appliance can be used by child-
ren aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, senso-
ry or mental capabilities or lack of ex-
perience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the ha-
zards involved. Children aged from 3
to 8 years are allowed to load and un-
load refrigerating appliances. Child-
ren shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children without su-
pervision.
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Make sure children do not have unsu-
pervised access to the appliance.
Risks when dealing with fridge
and freezer appliances
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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To ensure adequate air circulation,
keep ventilation openings, in the ap-
pliance enclosure, clear of obstruction.
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Do not place the appliance directly
against the wall. Adhere to minimum
distances (see „Choosing a suitable
location“ on page EN-17).
Health hazard!
Inappropriate use of this appliance can
damage your health.
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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.
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Clean regularly 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 it off,
defrost, clean, and dry it, and leave
the door open to prevent mould de-
veloping within the appliance.
Risk of injury!
Improper handling of the appliance
may result in injury.
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The appliance is heavy and bulky.
Seek the help of another person when
moving the appliance and changing
the door hinges.
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Check that entry route and instal-
lation location are free of obstacles
(e.g. closed doors or objects lying on
the fl oor).
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Wear protective gloves when moving/
installing the appliance and chang-
ing the door hinges.
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Bases, doors, etc. must not be used as
steps or for support purposes.
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Do not place any heavy objects on
the appliance.
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Take care to prevent the risk of trip-
ping when laying the mains cord.
