Refrigerant warning
This appliance is CFC- and
HFC-free and contains small
quantities of Isobutane (R600a)
which is environmentally friendly,
but flammable. It does not
damage the ozone layer, nor does
it increase the greenhouse effect.
Care must be taken during
transportation and setting up of
the appliance that no parts of the
cooling system are damaged.
Leaking coolant can ignite and
may damage the eyes.
In the event of any damage:
- Avoid open flames and
anything that creates a spark,
- Disconnect from the electrical
power line,
- Air the room in which the
appliance is located for
several minutes, and
- Contact the Service
Department for advice.
The more coolant there is in an
appliance, the larger the room it
should be installed in. In the event
of a leakage, if the appliance is in a
small room, there is the danger of
combustible gases building up. For
every ounce of coolant at least 325
cubic feet of room space is
required. The amount of coolant in
the appliance is stated on the
rating label of the appliance. It is
hazardous for anyone other than
an authorized service person to
carry out servicing or repairs to this
appliance.
Take serious care when handling,
moving, and using the appliance to
avoid
refrigerant tubing or increasing the
risk of a leak.
Replacing component parts and
servicing must be done by factory
authorized service personnel so as
to minimize the risk of possible
ignition due to incorrect parts or
improper service.
Energy-saving tips
Do not leave the doors of your
appliance open for a long time.
Do not put hot food or drinks in your
refrigerator.
Do not overload your appliance so
as to block the proper circulation of
air.
Do not install your refrigerator in
direct sunlight or near heat-emitting
appliances such as ovens,
dishwashers or radiators. Keep your
refrigerator at least 12" away from
heat-emitting sources and at least
2" from electric ovens.
Keep your stored food in closed
containers.
You can store the maximum amount
of food items in the freezer when
you remove the freezer shelf or
drawer. Energy consumption value
stated for your refrigerator has been
determined by removing freezer
shelf or drawer and under maximum
load. There is no harm in using a
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