Лингвистика (Перевод и переводоведение), 1 курс ОУ «Магистр» Жанрово-стилистические проблемы

научно-технического перевода 2020-2021 уч. год

Seminar 7
TRANSLATING TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION: USER MANUALS
(continued)

Translate the suggested fragment of the user manual into English. Mind the
lexical, syntactic and stylistic peculiarities of the text.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COOLING DEVICE
2. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
2.1 The refrigerator is an electrical appliance and should therefore be operated in
accordance with general electrical safety regulations.
2.2 The refrigerator is a Class I product and must be connected to the electrical
system through a two-pole outlet with a grounding contact. The installation of a
grounding-type power outlet requires the assistance of a qualified electrician. The outlet
must be installed in a location that makes it easy to disconnect the refrigerator from the
external power supply in an emergency.
DO NOT run a separate ground wire from gas, heating, water, or sewer equipment.
WARNING: The manufacturer (seller) is not responsible for damage to health and
property, if it is caused by failure to comply with the specified connection requirements.
2.3 Before connecting the refrigerator to the electric mains, it is necessary to check
visually whether the power cord and plug are not damaged. If the power cord is damaged,
it should be replaced with a similar cord obtained from the manufacturer or the customer
service.
2.4 It is necessary to disconnect the refrigerator from the electric mains by pulling
the power cord plug from the socket when:
- cleaning the refrigerator;
- replacing the light bulb;
- moving it to another place;
- cleaning the floor underneath the refrigerator.
WARNING: When the refrigerator is running, the compressor gets hot and can
cause burns if you touch it.
2.5 Refrigerator system contains refrigerant i-butane (R600a).
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigeration system circuits.
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to speed up the
defrosting process.
Do not use items or devices to remove snow cover that are not recommended in the
refrigerator manual.
WARNING: If the refrigerant circuit is damaged, ventilate the room thoroughly and
do not allow open sources of fire near the refrigerator, as isobutane is a flammable gas.
WARNING: Do not install the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable and
spreading flammable objects and substances (curtains, varnish, paint, etc.).

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научно-технического перевода 2020-2021 уч. год

DO NOT build your refrigerator into furniture (except for the built-in refrigerator)
or block the gap formed by the rear stops between the wall of the room and the rear wall of
the refrigerator.
DO NOT install your refrigerator in a recess if there is no clearance above and to the
sides of the refrigerator (see 3.2).
DO NOT install the refrigerator in contact with metal sinks, water, heating, sewer
and gas pipes, or other metallic grounded utilities.
To ensure electrical and fire safety, DO NOT:
- connect the refrigerator to an electrical circuit that has faulty overcurrent
protection. The electrical system must have a 10A current protector;
- use adapters, multi-socket outlets (with two or more connections) and extension
cords to connect your refrigerator to the power grid;
- plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands;
- disconnect the refrigerator from the electric mains by taking hold of the power
cord;
- keep in the refrigerator strong alcoholic beverages (with alcohol content of 400 or
more) in loosely closed bottles;
- store explosive substances, as well as aerosol cans with flammable propellants in
the refrigerator;
- store glass containers with freezing liquids in the freezing chamber (hereinafter
referred to as "FC");
- operate the freezer without the vessel for collecting melting water at the
compressor;
- install in the refrigerator a light bulb with power more than 15 watts;
- install other electrical appliances (microwave oven, toaster, etc.), as well as
containers with liquids, indoor plants on the refrigerator in order to avoid moisture
penetration to the elements of electrical wiring. 2.6.
2.6 The refrigerator shall be repaired only by a qualified service mechanic, because
after unqualified repair the product can become a source of danger.
2.7 In case of any malfunction of the refrigerator due to electrical crackling, smoke,
etc., immediately disconnect the refrigerator from the mains by pulling the power cord
plug from the socket, and call the service mechanic.
In case of fire, immediately disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply, take
measures to extinguish the fire and call the fire department.
2.8 Service life of the refrigerator is 10 years.
WARNING. At the end of the refrigerator service life the manufacturer shall not be
responsible for the safe operation of the product.

3. REFRIGERATOR OPERATION
3.1 First switching on
3.1.1 Connect the fridge to the electric mains: plug the power cord into the socket.

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 Лингвистика (Перевод и переводоведение), 1 курс ОУ «Магистр» Жанрово-стилистические проблемы
научно-технического перевода 2020-2021 уч. год

Open the HT door and set the rollers on the division "2", the switch - on the mark
"0". Close the door HK. Further to choose the optimal temperature for food storage in the
chamber, it is necessary to adjust the temperature in accordance with 3.2.
After switching on the refrigerator the light indicators of switching on the chambers
and the indicator of increased temperature in MC according to the figure 3 will light up on
the mask. When the temperature in MC decreases, the indicator of increased temperature
goes out automatically.
3.2 Temperature regulation
The temperature regulation is performed with the help of rollers according to the
figures 3 and 4. If after the adjustment or change of the operation conditions the
compressor starts to work continuously, it is necessary to turn the roller smoothly towards
the reduction of the digital divisions until the thermoregulator clicks. After adjustment, the
refrigerator temperature is maintained automatically.
3.3 Automatic defrosting system of the CC
3.3.1 The HC uses an automatic defrosting system. Frost which appears on the back
wall of the CC, melts in the defrost cycle when the compressor is turned off and turns into
water droplets. Drops of thawed water flow into the tray, through a hole in it through a
pipe get into the vessel on the compressor according to figure 5 and evaporate. In the
opening of the tray is installed ruffle to prevent clogging of the drainage system.
In some cases, frost may remain on the rear wall of the HC after the compressor is
turned on, which is not a malfunction. The frost will melt in subsequent defrost cycles
provided in the refrigerator operation.
3.3.2 It is necessary to monitor regularly (not less than once in 3 months) the tray
cleanliness and check the absence of water in the tray.
Presence of water in the tray indicates clogging of the drain system. To eliminate the
clogging, it is necessary to clean the hole in the tray with a pipe cleaner so that the water
can flow into the vessel without obstacles, wash the pipe cleaner and install according to
the figure 5.
DO NOT operate the refrigerator with a clogged drain system...