Panasonic NRB30FG1 - Manual (Page 4)

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Do not install the refrigerator in a damp place, or where it may come into contact with water.
Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts can cause short circuit, electric shock or fire. •
Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the refrigerator.
Flammable substances such as benzene, thinners, alcohol, ether and Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) can cause
explosions.
•
Do not store pharmaceuticals or other temperature-sensitive products in the refrigerator.
You should not store products that require strict temperature controls in the refrigerator. •
Do not let children climb, swing or hang on the refrigerator door.
This can cause serious injury, as well as damaging the refrigerator. •
Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes or flammable gas.
This can cause explosion or fire. •
Do not store petrol or other flammable liquids and vapours in the refrigerator, or use them near the appliance.
This can cause explosion or fire. •
Do not place items that heat up during use, such as a microwaves or power adaptors, on top of the refrigerator.
They can damage the top of the appliance. •
Never use sharp tools to scrape off frost or ice in any of the refrigerator compartments. And never force solid ice
from the refrigerator lining or shelves.
Cooling plates and refrigerated freezer shelves contain channels through which the refrigerant passes. If punctured,
leaking refrigerant can pose a serious fire risk and cause eye irritation.
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Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to speed up the defrosting process - other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
This can cause damage to the interior of the refrigerator or cause an explosion. •
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not try to disassemble, repair or modify the refrigerator yourself.
You may injure yourself - or others - with burns or electric shock, or damage the refrigerator. If your appliance needs
alterations or repair, please consult authorized service centre.
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CAUTION
Indicates risk of injury or damage to property.
Do not place your hands or feet beneath the bottom of the refrigerator.
The iron plate or other sharp edges can cause personal injury. •
Do not put glass bottles or containers in the freezer.
When the contents freeze, the glass may break. •
When opening the refrigerator, be careful not to pinch your fingers at
the “pinch point” areas.
This can cause personal injury. •
Also, be careful of the gap between the fridge and freezer doors,
especially if they are both open at the same time.
This may cause personal injury. •
If there’s a power cut, avoid opening the refrigerator frequently or
putting unchilled food in it.
This can cause the temperature in the refrigerator to rise and spoil food
stored inside.
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If you need to unplug the refrigerator, wait at least 10 minutes before
you plug it back in again.
Or you might damage the compressor. •
Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or items stored in the freezer with wet hands.
Your skin can become frozen onto the interior wall, or items stored in the freezer. •
If you’re not using the refrigerator, unplug it from the mains.
Deterioration of the mains lead’s insulation can cause fire. •
Safety instructions
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Potential
pinch point
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