SEVERIN KS 9807 Mode D'emploi page 10

∙ This appliance may be used by children (at least 8
years of age) and by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience
and knowledge, provided they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance and fully understand all dangers and safety
precautions involved.
∙ Children must not be permitted to play with the
appliance.
∙ Children must not be permitted to carry out any
cleaning or maintenance work on the appliance.
∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of
warm water with some mild detergent. For detailed
information on cleaning the appliance, please refer to
the section De-frosting and cleaning.
∙ To prevent the risk of personal injury or damage to the unit,
it must only be transported while in its original packaging.
∙ Caution: Keep any packaging materials well away from
children: there is a risk of suffocation.
∙ The ice removed from the unit during de-frosting is not
suitable for human consumption.
∙ The power cord should be regularly examined for any signs
of damage. In the event of such damage being found, the
appliance must no longer be used.
∙ To avoid the risk of fi re, do not place any thermo-electric
appliances on top of the unit. Do not place liquid containers
on top of the unit, to prevent any leaking or escaping liquid
damaging the electrical insulation.
∙ This unit is designed for storing food only.
∙ Alcoholic substances may be stored only in properly sealed
containers and in upright positions.
∙ Do not store any glass bottles containing carbonated or
other freezable liquids in the unit: such bottles may burst
during the freezing process.
∙ To avoid the risk of food poisoning, do not consume food
after its storage time has expired. Thawed foods must not be
frozen a second time.
∙ Do not lean or put undue weight on the shelves,
compartments, door etc.
∙ Protect the inside of the refrigerator at all times from open
fl ames and any other sources of ignition.
∙ Remove the plug from the wall socket
- in case of any malfunction,
- before de-frosting,
- during cleaning,
- before maintenance or repair work is carried out.
∙ When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on
the power cord; always grip the plug itself.
∙ If the unit is not used for an extended period of time, we
recommend keeping the door open.
∙ We reserve the right to introduce technical modifi cations.
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Familiarisation
1. Temperature control (at rear)
2. Vapouriser with storage rack
3. Adjustable front feet
4. Door
Before using for the fi rst time
∙ Remove any exterior and interior packaging materials
completely, including the adhesive strips.
∙ Before it is connected to the mains, the unit must be
thoroughly checked for transport damage, including its
power cord.
∙ Clean the unit according to the instructions given in the De-
frosting and cleaning section below.
∙ The unit should only be transported in its vertical position;
do not tilt any more than 30°.
∙ Once the unit has been positioned, wait for about 30
minutes before it is connected to the mains.
∙ If the unit has been tilted more than 30° during transport,
allow it to stand upright for at least 4 hours before it is
connected to the mains.
∙ When the unit is fi rst switched on, a slight smell may be
noticed. However, this will disappear once the cooling
process has begun.
Installation
∙ The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry
room.
∙ It should be operated in conditions where the relative
humidity is no more than 70 %.
∙ The product data sheet at the end of this manual contains
details of the ambient temperature range suitable for this
appliance.
∙ Do not use the appliance outdoors.
∙ Ensure that the plug is accessible and can be removed from
the wall socket at any time.
∙ Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and do not
position it next to any heat sources (radiators, cookers etc.).
If this cannot be avoided, however, suitable insulation must
be in installed between the heat source and the unit.
∙ The unit must not be installed inside a cabinet, nor directly
below a hanging cupboard, shelf or similar object .
∙ In the case of uneven fl oors, the adjustable foot on the unit
can be used to compensate and ensure optimum stability.