[. . . ] 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. 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. [. . . ] • Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel. • It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a mains two-pole switch installed upstream of the socket. 15 IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT GOING TO BE USED - Disconnect the appliance from the power supply. - Remove all the food and leave the doors open enough for air to circulate inside the compartments. Power failure In case of power failures of up to 24 hours, keep the doors of the appliance closed. In case of power cut exceeding 24 hours, remove the food from the appliance and store in another suitable appliance. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Periodically clean the appliance with a cloth and a solution of lukewarm water and neutral detergent specific for refrigerator interiors. • Clean the condenser using a vacuum cleaner, remove the front kickplate (see installation handbook). • The buttons and control panel display (located on the freezer door on some models) must be cleaned with a dry cloth; do not use alcohol or alcohol-derived substances. • The refrigerant system pipes are located near the defrost pan and can become very hot. Replacing light bulbs Attention • Always disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply before replacing any light bulbs. • Before replacing the light bulb, remove the light guard that may be present. • The refrigerator accepts light bulbs with a bayonet type mount. When changing from crushed ice to ice cubes, a small amount of crushed ice may come out together with the first cubes. The quantity and size of the ice cubes depend on the mains water pressure. Ice cubes production can be increased by decreasing the temperature on the freezer compartment. ONLY FOR MODELS FITTED WITH ICE DRAWER Normal ice production is 7 to 8 batches of ice cubes over a 24 hour period. Large amounts of ice cubes should be taken directly from the bucket, and not from the dispenser. It is recommended that the drawer is closed after completing the operation. ONLY FOR MODELS FITTED WITH ICE DISPENSER Normal ice production is 12 to 14 batches of ice cubes over a 24 hour period. To remove and replace the ice container 1. Insert your fingers in the opening at the bottom of the container, pull the lever and lift and extract the container. For some models, to remove the container insert your fingers in the opening at the bottom of the container, place your thumb on the release button and lift at the same time. To replace the ice container in its place, place it on its support attached to the inner door and lower in position. Note: Large amounts of ice cubes should be taken directly from the bucket, and not from the dispenser. 18 STORING, FREEZING AND THAWING FOOD Wrap food so that no water, moisture or condensate can enter; this will prevent odours or aromas going from one part to another in the refrigerator, ensuring better preservation of frozen foods. [. . . ] Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and remove the protective cover. With cartridge cap in the vertical position, push the new filter cartridge into the base grille until it stops. RUN WATER THROUGH THE DISPENSER UNTIL THE WATER RUNS CLEAR (about 9-14 litres or 6-7 minutes). Note: as air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser. [. . . ]