Health hazard!
Spurting refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
■ If refrigerant comes into contact with
the eyes or mucous membranes, im-
mediately fl ush eyes with clean water
and seek medical attention.
High concentrations of refrigerant va-
pour can cause dizziness, headaches,
nausea or asphyxiation.
■ Do not inhale refrigerant vapour.
■ Immediately air the room if refriger-
ant leaks.
Risks associated with chemical
substances
CAUTION
Danger of explosion!
Improper handling of chemical sub-
stances can lead to explosions.
■ Do not store explosive substances
such as aerosol cans with a fl amma-
ble propellant in this appliance, as
they can form ignitable gas-air mix-
tures.
■ Never use defrosting sprays to de-
frost. They can generate explosive
gases.
Risk of fi re and health hazard!
The thermal insulation and the interior
are scratch and heat-sensitive and can
melt or catch fi re.
Plastics such as those used in thermal
insulation can release toxic fumes if
they melt or catch fi re.
■ Do not use any electric heating equip-
ment, knives or devices with an open
fl ame such as candles.
Safety
■ Do not use electrical appliances in-
side the food storage compartments
of the appliance, unless they are of
the type recommended by the man-
ufacturer.
■ Keep the appliance away from open
fl ames and hot surfaces.
Risks when dealing with fridge-
freezers
WARNING
Fire hazard!
Improper handling of the appliance can
lead to fi re and damage to property.
■ Keep ventilation openings, in the ap-
pliance enclosure or in the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.
CAUTION
Health hazard!
Contaminated food can cause health
problems.
■ Opening the door for long periods can
cause a signifi cant increase of the
temperature in the compartments of
the appliance.
■ Clean regularly surfaces that can
come in contact with food and acces-
sible drainage systems.
■ Store raw meat and fi sh in suitable
containers in the refrigerator, so that
it is not in contact with or drip onto
other food.
■ Two-star frozen-food compartments
are suitable for storing pre-frozen
food, storing or making ice-cream
and making ice cubes.
■ One-, two- and three-star compart-
ments are not suitable for the freez-
ing of fresh food.
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