Progress PGU0801, User Manual

damage to the cord may cause a short-
circuit, fire and/or electric shock.

Warning!

 Any electrical component

(power cord, plug, compressor) must
be replaced by a certified service agent
or qualified service personnel to avoid
hazard.

1. Power cord must not be lengthened.
2. Make sure that the power plug is not

squashed or damaged by the back
of the appliance. A squashed or
damaged power plug may overheat
and cause a fire.

3. Make sure that you can come to the

mains plug of the appliance.

4. Do not pull the mains cable.
5. If the power plug socket is loose, do

not insert the power plug. There is a
risk of electric shock or fire.

6. You must not operate the appliance

without the lamp cover (if foreseen) of
interior lighting.

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be

taken when moving it.

• Do not remove nor touch items from the

freezer compartment if your hands are
damp/wet, as this could cause skin abra-
sions or frost/freezer burns.

• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appli-

ance to direct sunlight.

• Bulb lamps (if foreseen) used in this appli-

ance are special purpose lamps selected
for household appliances use only. They
are not suitable for household room illu-
mination.

Daily Use

• Do not put hot pot on the plastic parts in

the appliance.

• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in

the appliance, because they may ex-
plode.

• Do not place food products directly

against the air outlet on the rear wall. (If
the appliance is Frost Free)

• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once

it has been thawed out.

• Store pre-packed frozen food in accord-

ance with the frozen food manufacturer's
instructions.

• Appliance's manufacturers storage rec-

ommendations should be strictly adhered
to. Refer to relevant instructions.

• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in

the freezer compartment as it creates
pressure on the container, which may
cause it to explode, resulting in damage
to the appliance.

• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if con-

sumed straight from the appliance.

Care and cleaning

• Before maintenance, switch off the appli-

ance and disconnect the mains plug from
the mains socket.

• Do not clean the appliance with metal

objects.

• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost

from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.

Installation

Important!

 For electrical connection

carefully follow the instructions given in
specific paragraphs.

• Unpack the appliance and check if there

are damages on it. Do not connect the
appliance if it is damaged. Report possi-
ble damages immediately to the place
you bought it. In that case retain packing.

• It is advisable to wait at least four hours

before connecting the appliance to allow
the oil to flow back in the compressor.

• Adequate air circulation should be

around the appliance, lacking this leads
to overheating. To achieve sufficient ven-
tilation follow the instructions relevant to
installation.

• Wherever possible the back of the prod-

uct should be against a wall to avoid
touching or catching warm parts (com-
pressor, condenser) to prevent possible
burn.

• The appliance must not be located close

to radiators or cookers.

• Make sure that the mains plug is accessi-

ble after the installation of the appliance.

• Connect to potable water supply only (If a

water connection is foreseen).

Service

• Any electrical work required to do the

servicing of the appliance should be car-
ried out by a qualified electrician or com-
petent person.

• This product must be serviced by an au-

thorized Service Centre, and only genu-
ine spare parts must be used.

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