User manual SIEMENS KI24RV21FF/02

[. . . ] The guidline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. ! Warning Redundant appliances 1. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged prior to proper disposal. 3 en Important information when using the appliance S Never use electrical appliances inside the appliance (e. g. S Do not use pointed or sharp edged implements to remove frost or layers of ice. S Do not stand or support yourself on the base, drawers or doors, etc. [. . . ] If installation next to a heat source is unavoidable, use a suitable insulating plate. Observe the following minimum distances to heat sources: S 3 cm to electric or gas cookers. If installing the appliance next to another refrigerator or freezer, there must be a minimum gap of 2 cm between the appliances in order to prevent condensation. Getting to know your appliance Before reading the instructions, please fold out the back pages. 1 * A Freezer compartment B Refrigerator compartment 1 Temperature selector/interior light 2 Shelf in the refrigerator compartment 3 Vegetable container 4 Ventilation openings * 5 Close" display Freezer compartment door 6 Egg rack 7 Shelf for tubes and small tins * 8 Bottle holder 9 Shelf for large bottles Aligning the appliance Fig. If the floor is uneven, use the front height adjustable feet. * not on all appliances 5 en Observe ambient temperature and ventilation Depending on the climatic class" (see rating plate), the appliance can run at the following ambient temperatures: The rating plate is situated in the bottom left hand side of the appliance. Climatic class SN N ST T Permitted ambient temperature +10 °C to 32 °C +16 °C to 32 °C +18 °C to 38 °C +18 °C to 43 °C Connecting the appliance After installing the appliance, wait at least. During transportation the oil in the compressor may have flowed into the refrigeration system. Before switching on the appliance for the first time, clean the interior (see Cleaning). Connect the appliance to 220 240 V/ 50 Hz alternating current via a correctly installed earthed socket. If the appliance is to be operated in a non European country, check on the rating plate whether the indicated voltage and current type correspond to the values of your mains supply. The rating plate is situated in the bottom left hand side of the appliance. If the door is left open, the contents of the freezer com partment will start to thaw. There will be a build up of ice inside the freezer com partment and, in addition, a considerable amount of energy will be wasted due to higher electricity consumption. *only for appliances with a freezer compartment 9 en Max. freezer capacity Food should be frozen right through as quickly as possible. Only in this way are vitamins, nutritional values, appearance and taste retained. Therefore, you should not exceed the maximum freezing capacity of your appliance. How to wrap food correctly: 1. The following products are not suitable for wrapping food: Wrapping paper, greaseproof paper, cellophane, refuse bags and used shopping bags. The following products are suitable for wrapping food: Plastic film, polyethylene blown film, aluminium foil and freezer tins. A layer of hoarfrost in the freezer compartment will impair refrigeration of the frozen food and increase power consumption. Attention: Do not scrape off hoarfrost or ice with a knife or pointed object. Leaking refrigerant may ignite or cause eye injuries. Caution when using defrosting sprays: S Defrosting sprays may form explosive gases. S Defrosting sprays may contain solvents or propellants which attack plastic. [. . . ] The rinsing water must not run through the drain hole into the evaporation pan. S Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight and not near a heat source (e. g. S Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before placing in the appliance!The low temperature of the frozen products cools the food in the refrigerator. [. . . ]