Important Safety Instructions - GE 21 Manuel D'utilisation Et D'installation

Special Safety Instructions for Australia and New Zealand.
(in addition to other information in Owner's Manual)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property, follow basic safety precautions when using this
refrigerator, including the following:
When using any Electrical Product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
USING THE REFRIGERATOR. KEEP THE INSTRUCTIONS
HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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IMPORTANT: Always operate the refrigerator
from a power source of the same Voltage,
Frequency and Rating as indicated on the
refrigerator identification plate. Operate the
refrigerator from an Earthed (Grounded) 3 pin
power outlet fully accessible when the refrigerator
is located in its normal operating position.
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Close supervision is necessary when any electrical
product is used by or operated near children or
infirm persons; young children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
refrigerator.
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IMPORTANT: Do not operate the refrigerator with a
damaged Supply cord or Plug. If it is damaged it
must be replaced by the manufacturer, distributor
or its service agent or a similarly qualified person
in order to avoid a hazard. Special tools are
required to replace the Supply flexible cord.
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WARNING:
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Avoid the use of extension
cords. If it is necessary to use an extension cord,
prior to its use, make sure the extension cord is
safe to use, capable of handling the electrical load
of the product (refer to Product identification
plate) and has been checked and tested by your
electricity supplier or a qualified technician.
To avoid becoming entangled in the cord, never
lay it through or along a walkway or thoroughfare.
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Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge of a
bench top where it may be grabbed by children or
become entangled with the user.