IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read all instructions carefully, even if you are
quite familiar with the appliance.
• The appliance is intended to be used for the
storage of wine. Use this appliance only as
described in this manual. Other uses not
recommended may cause fire, electric shock or
personal injury.
• This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Electrical devices are not toys. Always keep
the device out of the reach of children.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance. Keep
the mains cord out of the reach of children. Do
not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the
table or worktop on which the appliance stands.
• To protect against the risk of electric shock, DO
NOT IMMERSE the unit, cord, or plug in water
or spray any other liquid.
• Unplug the appliance from the plug socket when
not in use, when moving from one location to
another and before cleaning.
• To disconnect the appliance, grip the plug and
pull it from the wall outlet. Never pull by the cord.
• WARNING: Please keep the appliance away
from substance, which can cause ignition. Do
not operate the appliance in the presence of
explosive and/or flammable fumes.
• Do not place the appliance or any of its part
near an open flame, cooking or other heating
appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance with a damage
cord or plug, if the product malfunctions, or if it is
dropped or damaged in any manner. If the
mains cord is damaged, you must have it
replaced by the manufacturer, or an authorized
service centre or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• The use of attachments not recommended by
the manufacturer may be hazardous.
• Place the unit on a dry level surface.
• Do not operate if the housing is removed or
damaged.
• A loose fit between the AC outlet (receptacle)
and plug may cause overheating and a distortion
of the plug. Contact a qualified electrician to
replace loose or worn outlet.
• Locate the unit away from direct sunlight and
sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.).
• 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 which creates
a spark,
- Disconnect from the mains,
- 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 8 g of coolant at least 1
cubic meter of room space is required. The
amount of coolant in the appliance is stated on
the data plate inside the appliance. It is
hazardous for anyone other than an Authorised
Service Person to carry out servicing or repairs
to this appliance. In Queensland of Australia the
authorized person must hold a Gas Work
Authorisation for hydrocarbon refrigerants,
before carrying out servicing or repairs which
involve the removal of covers.
• WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction. No liability will be accepted
for any damage incurred owing to misuse of the
appliance or as a result of repairs carried out by
unqualified personnel. In this case neither the
guarantee nor any other liability claims will apply.
• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or
other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant