Page EN-8
Safety
Risks associated with using
refrigerators
WARNING
Fire hazard!
Improper handling of the appliance can
lead to fi re and damage to property.
Keep ventilation openings, in the ap-
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pliance enclosure or in the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.
CAUTION
Health hazard!
Contaminated food can cause health
problems.
Opening the door for long periods can
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cause a signifi cant increase of the
temperature in the compartments of
the appliance. Do not leave the door
open for a long time.
Clean regularly surfaces that can
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come in contact with food and acces-
sible drainage systems.
If the refrigerating appliance is left
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empty for long periods, switch off,
defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door
open to prevent mould developing
within the appliance.
Health hazard!
The appliance may not operate proper-
ly if the ambient temperature exceeds
or falls below the specifi ed temperature
range for a prolonged period. This can
then lead to an increase in temperature
inside the appliance.
Always ensure the prescribed ambi-
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ent temperature is maintained (see
"Intended use" on page EN-4).
Risk of injury!
Improper handling of the appliance
may result in injury.
The appliance is heavy and bulky.
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Seek the help of another person when
moving the appliance and changing
the door hinges.
Check that entry route and instal-
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lation location are free of obstacles
(e.g. closed doors or objects lying on
the fl oor).
Wear protective gloves when moving/
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installing the appliance and chang-
ing the door hinges.
Bases, doors, etc. must not be used as
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steps or for support purposes.
Do not place any heavy objects on
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the appliance.
When laying the mains cord, take
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care to prevent the risk of tripping.
NOTICE
Fire hazard!
Improper handling of the appliance can
lead to fi re and damage to property.
Connect the appliance only to a prop-
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erly installed and earthed electric
socket.
Do not connect to a multi-socket ex-
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tension cable or a multi-socket plug.
To ensure adequate air circulation, do
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not close the ventilation openings in
the appliance housing.
Do not place the appliance directly
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against the wall. Observe the mini-
mum clearance requirements.