Ignis A 305/M, A 251R/G, A 331/G, A 251/G, A 211/R/G/1 Manual [EN]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS			GB
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE	PAGE 12
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT	PAGE 12
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL HINTS	PAGE 13
HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT	PAGE 14
HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE
COMPARTMENT	PAGE 15
HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE APPLIANCE PAGE 16
CARE AND MAINTENANCE	PAGE 17
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE	PAGE 17
AFTER SALES SERVICE	PAGE 18
INSTALLATION	PAGE 18
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION	PAGE 19

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

Your new appliance is exclusively for domestic use.

The low temperature compartment, if present, can be used for making ice cubes, storing frozen foods and freezing fresh and cooked food

(in the compartment only).

Defrosting is a manual procedure.

The refrigerator compartment,which has an automatic defrost feature, is used for the storage of fresh food and beverages.

To get the most out of your new appliance, read this user handbook thoroughly, as it contains a description of the appliance and useful tips for storing food.

Keep this handbook for future consultation.

1.After unpacking the appliance, make sure that the door shuts properly.

Any damage must be reported to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance.

2.Wait at least two hours without moving the appliance before connecting it to the power supply.

3.Appliance installation and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified technician in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing

The packaging material is 100% recyclable (marked with the recycle symbol).

Follow local regulations for disposal.

The packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) is potentially dangerous and must be kept out of reach of children.

2. Product

The appliance is made using recyclable materials and must be scrapped in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.

Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cord. Dispose of this appliance correctly. Take it to an authorised collection centre for the recovery of refrigerant gas.

Information:

This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a - Isobutane).

For more information, refer to the rating plate affixed to the appliance.

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL HINTS

•Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh foods and the low temperature

compartment only for making ice cubes, storing frozen food and freezing fresh food ( compartment only).

•Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance.

•Do not store liquids in glass containers in the low temperature compartment - danger of bursting.

•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies after taking them out of the low temperature compartment - risk of “cold” burns.

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

•Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, always unplug the appliance or switch the power supply off.

•The power cable can only be replaced by an authorized person.

Declaration of conformity

•This appliance is intended to come into contact with foodstuffs and conforms to D.L. 108 of 25.01.1992 (European Directive 89/109/EEC).

Information

Appliances with isobutane (R600a)

Isobutane is a natural gas having low environmental impact. Caution is required, however, because Isobutane is inflammable. Therefore, ensure that the pipelines of the refrigerant circuit do not get damaged.

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