2_ Safety information
SAFETY INFORMATION
• Before operating the appliance, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it at a safe place
near the appliance for your future reference.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this instruction manual. 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.
• Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in
this manual do not cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. It is your
responsibility to use common sense, caution,
and care when installing, maintaining, and
operating your appliance.
• Because these following operating instructions
cover various models, the characteristics of
your refrigerator may differ slightly from those
described in this manual and not all warning
signs may be applicable. If you have any
questions or concerns, contact your nearest
service center or fi nd help and information
online at www.samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and
precautions :
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may
result in severe personal injury or
death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that
may result in minor personal injury
or property damage.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug from the
wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded
to prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
Note.
These warning signs are here to prevent
injury to you and others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
CE Notice
This product has been determined to be in
compliance with the Low Voltage Directive
(2006/95/EC), the Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Eco-Design
Directive(2009/125/EC) implemented by Regulation
(EC) No 643/2009 of the European Union.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR
TRANSPORTATION AND SITE
• When transporting and installing the
appliance,care should be taken to ensure
that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are
damaged.
• R600a or R134a is used as a refrigerant. Check
the compressor label on the rear of the appliance
or the rating label inside the refrigerator to see
which refrigerant is used for your refrigerator.
• When this product contains fl ammable gas
(Refrigerant R600a),
- Refrigerant leaking from the pipe work could
ignite or cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected,
avoid any naked fl ames or potential sources of
ignition and air the room in which the appliance
is standing for several minutes.
- In order to avoid the creation of a fl ammable
gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating
circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the
appliance may be sited depends on the amount
of refrigerant used.
- Never start up an appliance showing any signs
of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer. The
room where the refrigerator will be sited must
be 1m³ in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant
inside the appliance. The amount of refrigerant
in your particular appliance is shown on the
identifi cation plate inside the appliance.
- If the appliance contains isobutane refrigerant
(R600a), a natural gas with high environmental
WARNING
Safety information
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