HOTPOINT/ARISTON T 16 A1 D/HA, T 16 A1 D S/I, T 16 A2 D S/HA, T 16 A1 D/I, T 16 A1 D/HA.2 Manual [EN]

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•WARNING: to avoid a hazard due to instability, positioning or fixing of the appliance must be done in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.

•WARNING: keep the appliance ventilation openings clear of obstruction.

•WARNING: do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.

•WARNING: Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.

•WARNING: Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.

•WARNING: ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with potable water only.

Information: This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFC) or R600a (HC) (see the rating plate inside the appliance).

•Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas without environmental impact, but is flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not damaged. Keep special attention in case of damaged pipes emptying the refrigerant circuit.

•This product may contain Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol; the refrigerant gas is inside a hermetically sealed system. Refrigerant gas: R134a has a Global Warming Potential of (GWP) 1300.

•C-Pentane is used as blowing agent in the insulation foam and it is a flammable gas. Pay special attention during disposal operations.

•This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as

-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

-farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

-bed and breakfast type environments;

-catering and similar non-retail applications

•Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

•Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

•To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance.

•It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by means of an accessible multipole switch installed upstream of the socket in conformity with national safety standards.

•Plug the appliance into a grounding socket: the appliance must be correctly connected to an approved earthing system.

•Do not use single/multi adapters or extension cords.

•During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable.

•Do not pull the aplliance power cable

•The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons.

•In order to avoid an hazard, installation and maintenance, including Power cable replacement, must be carried out by a qualified technician, in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the local safety regulations in force. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual.

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SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing

The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears the recycling symbol . For disposal, comply with the local regulations. Keep the packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as they are a potential source of danger.

2. Scrapping/Disposal

The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material.

This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct disposal of this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and the health of persons.

The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to a special collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped.

Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special collection centre; do not leave the appliance unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential source of danger for children.

For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, contact your competent local office, the household waste collection service or the shop where you purchased the appliance.

Declaration of conformity

• This appliance has been designed for preserving food and is manufactured in compliance with Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004.

• This appliance has been designed, manufactured and marketed in compliance with:

- safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments);

- the protection requirements of Directive “EMC” 2004/108/EC.

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully read the operating instructions which contain a description of the product and useful advice.

Keep these instructions for future reference.

1.After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not damaged and that the door closes properly. Any damage must be reported to the dealer within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance.

2.Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

3.Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.

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