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SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR INSTALLATION
• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp
place or place where it may come in
contact with water.
- Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may
cause an electric shock or fi re.
• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or
expose to the heat from stoves, room heaters or
other appliance.
• Do not plug several appliances into the same
multiple power board.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical which has a voltage
rating that matched the rating plate.
- This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits,
which could cause a fi re hazard from overheated
wires.
• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the
power plug.
- There is a risk of electric shock or fi re.
• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasion damage along its length or at either
end.
• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
- Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause
an explosion or fi re.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the
manual before it is used.
• Connect the power plug in proper position with
the cord hanging down.
- If you connect the power plug upside down, wire
can get cut off and cause fi re or electric shock.
• Make sure that the power plug is not squashed
or damaged by the back of the refrigerator.
• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to
roll over or damage the power cord.
- This constitutes a fi re hazard.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the
plug is accessible after installation.
• The refrigerator must be grounded.
- You must ground the refrigerator to prevent
any power leakages or electric shocks caused by
current leakage from the refrigerator.
• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other
potential lightening rods as ground.
- Improper use of the ground plug can result in
electric shock.
• If the power cord is damaged, have it
replaced immediately by the manufacturer
or its service agent.
• The fuse on the refrigerator must be changed by
a qualifi ed technician or service company.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or
personal injury.
CAUTION SIGNS FOR
INSTALLATION
• Keep ventilation opening in the appliance
enclosure or mounting structure clear of
obstruction.
• Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after
installation.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR USING
• Do not insert the power plug with wet
hands.
• Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
- When you open or close the door, the articles
may fall and cause personal injury and/or
material damage.
• Do not insert your hands into the bottom area
under the appliance.
- Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.
• Do not let children step on drawer’s cover.
- It may break and cause slip hazard.
• Do not overfi ll the refrigerator with food.
- When you open the door, an item may fall out
and cause personal injury or material damage.
• Do not store volatile or fl ammable substances
such as benzene, thinner, alcohol, ether or LP
gas in the refrigerator.
- The storage of any of such products may cause
explosions.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR USING (CONT’D)
• Do not put items fi lled with water on the
refrigerator.
- If spilled, there is a risk of fi re or electric shock.
WARNING
CAUTION
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DA99-03236N(EN)-09.indd Sec2:3
DA99-03236N(EN)-09.indd Sec2:3
2012.6.5 10:38:15 AM
2012.6.5 10:38:15 AM
