GE GTE 17 Manuel D'utilisation Et D'installation page 24

Special Safety Instructions for Australia and New Zealand.
(in addition to other information in Owner's Manual)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property, follow basic safety precautions when using this
refrigerator, including the following:
When using any Electrical Product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
THE REFRIGERATOR. KEEP THE INSTRUCTIONS HANDY
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
■
■
IMPORTANT: Always operate the refrigerator
from a power source of the same Voltage,
Frequency and Rating as indicated on the
refrigerator identification plate. Operate the
refrigerator from an Earthed (Grounded) 3 pin
power outlet fully accessible when the refrigerator
is located in its normal operating position.
■
■
Close supervision is necessary when any electrical
product is used by or operated near children or
infirm persons; young children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the refrigerator.
■
■
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the refrigerator with
a damaged Supply cord or Plug. If it is damaged it
must be replaced by the manufacturer, distributor
or its service agent or a similarly qualified person
in order to avoid a hazard. Special tools are
required to replace the Supply flexible cord.
24
WARNING:
■
■
extension cords. If it is necessary to use an
extension cord, prior to its use, make sure the
extension cord is safe to use, capable of handling
the electrical load of the product (refer Product
identification plate) and has been checked and
tested by your electricity supplier or a qualified
technician.
To avoid becoming entangled in the cord, never
lay it through or along a walkway or thoroughfare.
■
■
Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of
a bench top where it may be grabbed by children
or become entangled with the user.
Avoid the use of