Samsung RF260BEAESR User Manual Ver.1.0 (English, French, Spanish) - Page 2

safety information SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers safely and efficiently. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or those who lack experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Because the following instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from the refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any question, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www.samsung.com. Important safety symbols and precautions: Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in WARNING severe personal injury or death. Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in caution minor personal injury or property damage. Do NOT attempt. Do NOT disassemble. Do NOT touch. Follow directions carefully. Unplug the power plug from the wall socket. Make sure the refrigerator is grounded to prevent electric shock. Call the contact center for help. Note. These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Please follow them carefully. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference. 02_ Safety information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING FOR INSTALLATION •• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water. -- Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire. •• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose to the heat from stoves, room heaters or other appliance. •• Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power strip. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the voltage listed on the refrigerator's rating plate. -- This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. •• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. -- There is a risk of electric shock of fire. •• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. •• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy articles on it. •• Do not twist or tie the power cord. •• Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance. -- When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord -- This may result in an electric shock or fire. •• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. -- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock. •• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator. -- Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire. •• Do not install this appliance near a heater, inflammable material. •• Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water (rain drops). DA68-02601B(EN+ES+FR)-0.0.indb 2 2012.3.29 9:28:28 AM