Ignis A 305/M, A 251R/G, A 331/G, A 251/G, A 211/R/G/1 User 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

HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE

PAGE 14

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 pr esent,
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.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packing

The packaging material is 100% recyclable
(marked with the recycle symbol).
Follow local regulations for disposa l.

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 colle ction centre for the
recovery of refrigerant gas.

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 applian ce.

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.

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 lo llies after tak ing 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 Directiv e 89/1 09/ 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 re frigeran t circ uit d o not ge t dam aged.

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