818 36 23-02/7 51 Important Safety InstructionsThe safety of our appliances is in accordance with recognised techno-logical standards and appliance safety legislation. We nevertheless feelthat it is important to acquaint you with the following safety guidelines:Use for Intended Purpose• The appliance is intended for use at home. Depending on the presetoperation mode, this appliance becomes suitable for cooling,freezing, for frozen storage of foods or for ice preparation. Themanufacturer assumes no liability for damages occurring throughimproper operation or use of the appliance for unintended purposes.• Alterations or changes to the appliance are not permitted for reasonsof safety.• If you should use this appliance in a commercial application or forpurposes other than cooling, freezing, or frozen storage of foods,please observe all valid legal regulations for your application.Prior to initial start-up• Check the appliance for transport damage. Do not under anycircumstances connect a damaged appliance! Please contact yoursupplier in the event of damage.• Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by theback of the appliance. A damaged power plug may overheat andcause a fire.• If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. Thereis a risk of electric shock or fire.RefrigerantThe refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerantcircuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level ofenvironmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.• Warning - During transportation and installation of the appliance,be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuitbecome damaged.• If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:– avoid open flames and sources of ignition;– thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.