[. . . ] Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EG concerning used electical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. Remove the lock to prevent children from locking themselves in the refrigerator and suffocating. [. . . ] during a power failure, check whether the frozen food is beginning to defrost. Do NOT refreeze food which is beginning to defrost or which has already defrosted. storage period. 6 en Note ambient temperature and ventilation The appliance can be operated at the following ambient temperatures depending on the climatic category" (see rating plate). (The rating plate can be found inside the appliance at the bottom left hand side. Climatic Ambient temperature category from. . . to SN N ST T +10 °C bis 32 °C +16 °C bis 32 °C +18 °C bis 38 °C +18 °C bis 43 °C Connecting the appliance After installing the appliance, wait at least ½ hour before switching on the appliance. 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. Ecoboy: Sava Plug) or to power inverters which convert the direct current to 230 V alternating current (e. g. Suitable for packing are: plastic film, polythene tube film, aluminium foil and freezer tins. Unsuitable are: wrapping paper, greaseproof paper, cellophane, refuse bags and used shopping bags. Place the food in the wrapping, squeeze out all air and seal the wrapping well. Suitable for sealing are: elastic bands, plastic clips, string, cold resistant tape or such like. Before placing the food in the freezer compartment, mark each freezer packet with the contents and the date on which it was inserted. Freezing food Allow hot food and drinks to cool down to room temperature before placing them in the freezer compartment. NEVER place bottled or canned drinks in the freezer compartment, as they will explode during the freezing process. It is recommended to place larger quantities of food directly on the freezer shelves where they will freeze especially quickly and therefore retain the flavour and nutritional value. Food which is already frozen must NOT come into contact with fresh food which is to be frozen. If required, restack frozen food on the lower shelves and/or in the lower drawers. Place the ice blocks (if enclosed) directly on the food in the top compartment. 9 en Note If fresh food is frozen, the temperature display will indicate a temperature increase. However, there is NO risk that food which is already frozen will defrost. [. . . ] To accelerate the defrosting process, place two pans of hot water on a base in the appliance. To prevent the heat from escaping, close the appliance door. Observe the manufacturer's specifications. Do NOT scrape off hoarfrost or ice with sharp edged metallic implements, otherwise the freezer shelves may be damaged. Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite. Cleaning the appliance 1. [. . . ]