■ Do not position the appliance direct-
ly against the wall and adhere to the
minimum distances specifi ed (see
"Start-up" on page EN-24).
Risk of damage to property!
Improper handling of the appliance
can lead to damage to property.
■ Do not store glass or metal contain-
ers containing water, lemonade, beer,
etc. Water expands when frozen and
can burst the container.
■ Do not use mechanical devices or oth-
er means to accelerate the defrost-
ing process, other than those recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
Risk of damage
NOTICE
Risk of damage to property!
If the cooling appliance has been trans-
ported horizontally, lubricant from the
compressor may get into the cooling
circuit.
■ If possible, only transport the cooling
appliance in a vertical position.
■ Allow the refrigerating appliance to
stand upright for 2 hours before start-
up. The lubricant will fl ow back into
the compressor during this time.
Risk of damage to property!
Improper handling of the appliance
can lead to damage to property.
■ Do not pull or lift the appliance by its
doors or door handles.
■ Place the appliance only on a lev-
el and fi rm surface that can support
the weight of the appliance when it
is fi lled.
Safety
■ Do not use sharp or pointed objects
to unpack it.
■ When unpacking the appliance, nev-
er damage the insulation material on
the back of the appliance.
■ Do not use electrical appliances in-
side the food storage compartments
of the appliance, unless they are of
the type recommended by the man-
ufacturer.
■ Do not use mechanical devices or oth-
er means to accelerate the defrost-
ing process, other than those recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
■ The interior light must only be used
to illuminate the interior of the appli-
ance. It is not suitable for lighting a
room.
■ When cleaning, please note:
– Never use harsh, granular, soda,
acid, solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners. These attack the plastic
surfaces. All-purpose cleaners with
a neutral pH are recommended.
– Door seals and plastic parts are
sensitive to oil and grease. Remove
contaminants as quickly as possi-
ble.
– Use only soft cloths for cleaning.
■ Wait 5 minutes after switching off
the appliance. Only then switch the
appliance on again.
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