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Details general safety precautions and hazards related to appliance use and potential risks.
Explains how to safely connect the appliance to the mains power supply, including socket requirements.
Outlines measures to protect children from hazards associated with the appliance, including supervision.
Warns about the flammable nature of R600a refrigerant and precautions during handling and disposal.
Defines the user's obligations concerning appliance maintenance, damage, and unauthorized repairs.
Offers advice on optimizing appliance efficiency and reducing energy consumption for cost savings.
Provides guidelines for safely transporting the appliance, including orientation and handling precautions.
Covers requirements for placing the appliance, including space, clearances, and leveling for optimal operation.
A checklist of essential checks to ensure the appliance is correctly set up and ready for operation.
Contains important reminders and observations regarding the appliance's initial operation and behaviour.
Explains how to level the appliance using the adjustable front feet to prevent movement and noise.
Informs that replacing the interior light bulb requires contacting an authorized service agent.
Describes an audible warning signal if the appliance door is left open for an extended period.
Details the meaning and function of each indicator light and symbol on the appliance's control panel.
Explains how to activate and deactivate the key lock function to prevent accidental changes.
Instructs on how to silence warning signals, such as those for power failure or high temperature.
Describes the function for operating the appliance in an energy-saving mode, often used for holidays.
Details how to adjust the freezer compartment's temperature settings to desired levels.
Explains the function for rapid freezing of large quantities of food and its automatic cancellation.
Describes how to turn the freezer on and off using the dedicated button.
Explains the automatic energy saving mode activated when the door is closed for extended periods.
Indicates when the Quick Freeze function is actively engaged.
Provides instructions for using the fast freeze function for optimal freezing of large food quantities.
States that the appliance features automatic defrosting functionality.
Details the required properties and types of packaging materials suitable for deep freezing.
Instructions on how to fill and use the ice cube tray for making ice cubes.
Details how to remove and replace freezer drawers for cleaning purposes.
Provides guidance on protecting plastic surfaces from damage by oils and how to clean spills.
Troubleshooting steps for when the freezer is not functioning, checking power and connections.
Diagnosing issues with the compressor, including thermal relay and defrost cycles.
Steps to address excessively low temperatures in the freezer compartment.
Troubleshooting guide for when the freezer compartment temperature is too high.
Advice on resolving issues with stuck freezer drawers or crispers.
Solutions for problems preventing the freezer door from closing properly.
Addresses reasons for continuous compressor operation, such as ambient temperature or door seals.
Explains condensation on the appliance exterior, common in humid weather.
Tips for eliminating unpleasant odours inside the freezer compartment.
Details the process for repair or replacement of defective parts under warranty, including service location limits.
Excludes specific parts like enamelware, fuses, and lamps from warranty coverage and outlines warranty void conditions.
Specifies conditions under which the warranty becomes void, such as unauthorized repairs or serial number removal.
Limits the company's liability for damages caused by external factors like fire, flood, or consequential losses.
Clarifies that the company is not responsible for costs beyond those covered in point 1 of the warranty.
Directs users in specific regions to contact their nearest Defy office for warranty claims.
States that costs incurred for warranty service where no fault is found will be borne by the purchaser.
Emphasizes the need for the warranty certificate and invoice as proof of purchase for service.
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