Before using your appliance for the
first time
1
Remove information material, adhesive tape and
protective film.
2
Clean the appliance.
"Cleaning" on page 45
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Electrical connection
Caution!
Do not connect the appliance to electronic energy saver
plugs.
Note: You can connect the appliance to mains-
controlled and sine-controlled inverters.
Mains-controlled inverters are used for photovoltaic
systems which are connected directly to the national
grid. Sine-controlled inverters must be used for isolated
applications. Isolated applications, e.g. on ships or in
mountain lodges, which are not connected directly to
the national grid.
Installation and connection
1
After installing the appliance, wait at least 1 hour
before connecting it to prevent damaging the
compressor.
2
Connect the appliance via a correctly installed
socket.
The socket must comply with the following data:
Socket with
220 V ... 240 V
Conductor
50 Hz
Fuse
10 A ... 16 A
Outside Europe: Check whether the indicated
current type of the appliance corresponds with the
values of your power supply. Appliance
specifications are on the rating plate.
"Getting to know your appliance" on page 32
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3
Connect the appliance to a socket near the
appliance.
The socket must also be freely accessible following
installation of the appliance.
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Warning – Risk of electric shock!
If the length of the mains cable is inadequate, never
use multiple sockets or extension leads.Instead,
please contact Customer Service for alternatives.
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