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S ection 1. Installation
IMPORTANT!
This appliance must be left to stand in an upright position
for at least 4 hours before being switched on for the first time.
Remove all packaging and securing tape from the appliance.
Wash the interior of the appliance with luke warm water containing a
small amount of bicarbonate soda (5ml to 0.5 litres of water).
Position the appliance in a dry atmosphere and out of direct sunlight.
Do not position next to a cooker or other sources of heat, i.e. radiator.
A clearance of 25mm should be maintained on each side of the
appliance.
Ensure that the appliance is positioned on a firm flat floor.
This appliance must be level.
Connect the plug to an adjacent 13amp socket outlet and ensure that the
appliance is not standing on the supply cable.
Section 2. Safety Advice
Please read this booklet thoroughly before installing and switching on the
appliance. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for incorrect
installation and usage.
If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator or freezer with a lock, as
a safety measure break or remove the lock before disposal.
Your old appliances contain insulation gases and refrigerant that must be
disposed of correctly. Please ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged before the appliance is taken away for correct disposal in line
with current legislation. If there is any doubt contact your Local Authority
for instructions.
This appliance may contain the refrigerant isobutene (R600a). This is a
natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility; however,
caution is required as isobutene is a flammable gas. It is essential to ensure
that refrigerant tubes are not damaged during transportation and the
installation of the appliance. In the event that the refrigerant circuit is
damaged, avoid naked flames or sources of ignition and ventilate the room
in which the appliance is situated.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not allow children to play with the appliance. Children must never
play in or around the appliance.
If using an adaptor, this must be used in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions and ensure that the electrical circuit is not
overloaded as this could cause overheating.
Do not twist or bend the cables, and keep them away from hot surfaces.