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33. If you decommission your appliance (even temporarily), ensure
that children cannot get into the appliance. Strictly observe the
corresponding safety instructions numbers. 1 and 4, chapter
DECOMMISSIONING, ultimate
34. Strictly observe the instructions in chapter INSTALLATION.
CAUTION!
1. The condenser and the compressor, located at the rear of the
appliance, can reach high temperatures during ordinary operation.
Carry out the installation according to this manual. An insufficient
ventilation of the appliance will impair its operation and will damage
the appliance. Do not cover or block the ventilation slats at any time.
2. Do not put any bottled or canned beverages (neither still nor
carbonated) into the freezer compartment of the appliance as their
containers could explode.
3. Do not touch the extremely cooled surfaces with wet or damp hands,
because your skin may stick on these surfaces.
4. Never stow food and / or storage containers, especially containers
made of metal, in the freezer while your hands are damp or wet.
Ensure that your hands are always dry. RISK OF FROSTBITE!
NOTICE!
1. Do not store dry ice in the appliance.
2. 1- (*), 2- (**), and 3-stars (***) freezers are not suitable for freezing
fresh food (see also chapter MEANING OF THE *-LABELLING OF
FREEZERS).
3. When you move the appliance, hold it at its base and lift it carefully.
Keep the appliance in an upright position.
4. When you move the appliance using the rollers (depending on
model), only move it forwards or backwards as the rollers are not
pivotable and do not allow any lateral motion. Lateral motion can
damage the appliance and floor seriously.
5. Do not tilt the appliance more than 45
0
.
6. If the appliance is transported in a horizontal position, some oil may
flow from the compressor into the refrigerant circuit.
7. Leave the appliance in an upright position for 4 - 6 hours before you
switch it on to ensure, that the oil has flowed back into the
compressor.
8. If you use the appliance for the first time or the appliance has been
disconnected from the mains for a longer period of time, allow the
appliance to cool down for 3 until 4 hours on medium temperature
