1. IMPORTANT DIRECTIONS FOR SAFETY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
1.1 For your safety
> If this appliance is replacing an existing appliance
which must be removed or disposed of, make
sure that it does not become a dangerous trap
for children by cutting its power supply cable and
rendering it impossible to close the door. Use the
same caution at the end of the lifespan of the new
appliance.
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The appliance is not designed to operate with
external timers or with remote-control systems.
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This appliance is designed to refrigerate beverages
and foods and is intended for domestic use.
> The appliance must be installed by following the
instructions in the Installation Guide, particular
care should be taken not to obstruct the vent
openings of the appliance and of the built-in units.
> The appliance features a concentrated lighting
system with LED lamps. Do not stare into these
lamps when they are on to avoid possible eyesight
damage.
> Do not use any type of electrical equipment inside
of the food conservation compartments.
> When positioning the shelves, do not place fingers
in the shelf slide guides.
> Never attempt to extinguish a flame/fire with
water: turn off the appliance and cover the flame
with a fireproof blanket.
> Do not position containers of flammable liquids
near the appliance.
> Completely switch off the appliance and unplug
the power supply cable during cleaning operations.
If the plug is not easily reached, it is a good idea to
turn off the breaker or remove the fuse that controls
the socket that the appliance is connected to.
> The packaging parts can be dangerous for
children: do not allow children to play with the
plastic bags, plastic film or Styrofoam.
> Any repairs must be performed by a qualified
Bertazzoni Service technician.
> This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
> Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit
pipes.
> Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
> If the power cord of this appliance is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, customer
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service or a similarly qualified person. Improper
installations and repairs may put the user at
considerable risk.
> Repairs may be performed by the manufacturer,
customer service or a similarly qualified person
only.
> Plug into a grounded 2-prong Schuko outlet.
> Do not remove ground prong.
> Do not use an adapter.
> Do not use an extension cord.
> Disconnect power to all units before servicing.
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Do not modify this appliance.
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Do not insert pointed metal objects (cutlery or
utensils) into the slots in the appliance.
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Do not store inflammable, explosive or volatile
substances.
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Do not keep explosive substances, such as spray
bottles with flammable propellants in the appliance.
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Bottles containing strong alcoholic drinks must
be tightly closed and stored vertically.
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Organic compounds, acids and essential oils can
corrode the seals and plastic surfaces if
left in contact with them for extended periods.
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Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the
mains before cleaning or maintenance.
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Do not pull the cable to unplug the appliance.
1.2 Important information when using
the appliance
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Cleaning and maintenance that should be
performed by the user must not be carried out by
unsupervised children.
> Never use electrical appliances inside the
appliance (e.g. heater, electric ice maker, etc.).
Explosion hazard!
> Never defrost or clean the appliance with a steam
cleaner! The steam may penetrate electrical parts
and cause a short-circuit. Risk of electric shock!
> Do not use pointed and sharp-edged implements
to remove frost or layers of ice. You could damage
the refrigerant tubes. Leaking refrigerant may
cause eye injuries or ignite.
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Take care that no objects are stuck in the doors.
> Do not store products which contain flammable
propellants (e.g. spray cans) or explosive substances
in the appliance.
Explosion hazard!
> Do not stand on or lean heavily against base of
appliance, drawers or doors, etc.