At the time of delivery

• Inspect the shipment before accepting it or signing the carrier’s delivery receipt or Bill of Lading
  
• Check the carton, crate, pallet, and protective packaging for visible damage, including crushed corners, punctures, tears, water exposure, broken straps, or signs of mishandling
  
• Confirm the number of packages or pallets received matches the delivery documentation
  
• If visible damage or shortages are present, describe them clearly on the carrier’s delivery receipt before signing
  
• If the shipment is severely damaged and you are not prepared to accept it, refuse the shipment where permitted and contact NORIOTA immediately
  
• Take clear photographs of the packaging, shipping label, pallet, delivery receipt, and all affected areas
  
• Keep the equipment in the orientation indicated on the packaging, and use appropriate assistance or handling equipment when unloading or moving larger or heavier products
  
• Do not drag, drop, tip, or lift the equipment by its cord, controls, doors, handles, or other components not designed for lifting
  

After unpacking

• Do not discard the carton, pallet, protective materials, or internal packaging until the product has been fully inspected and confirmed free of damage
  
• If concealed damage is discovered after unpacking, stop setup and contact NORIOTA immediately
  
• Document concealed damage with clear photographs of the product, packaging, model and serial labels, and affected areas
  
• Confirm the model number, serial number, and electrical rating label match your order
  
• Confirm all included accessories, removable parts, documentation, and hardware are present
  
• Inspect the cabinet, housing, panels, glass, doors, lids, drawers, handles, feet, castors, controls, cord, and plug, where applicable
  
• Confirm that doors, lids, drawers, latches, locks, feet, castors, and other movable components operate correctly
  
• Do not connect or operate equipment that appears damaged or has a damaged cord, plug, control, enclosure, or electrical component
  
• Keep the user manual and other documentation accessible for installation, operation, cleaning, maintenance, and future reference
  

Before startup

• Remove all packaging, tape, protective film, cardboard, foam, internal supports, shipping restraints, and loose materials
  
• Install the equipment indoors in a dry, stable, level location suitable for commercial electrical equipment
  
• Place the product on a floor, counter, table, shelf, or stand capable of supporting the equipment and its full operating load
  
• Lock adjustable feet or castors after final placement, where applicable
  
• Maintain all required clearances, and keep ventilation openings and airflow paths unobstructed
  
• Verify that the available electrical supply matches the voltage, frequency, phase, amperage, plug, and receptacle requirements shown on the rating label
  
• Connect the equipment only to a properly grounded electrical supply
  
• Do not use extension cords, adapters, power strips, or multi-outlet devices unless specifically permitted by the product manual
  
• Clean and dry all food-contact and interior surfaces as directed in the user manual before first use
  
• Allow the equipment to rest, acclimate, or remain upright for the required period before startup if specified in the product manual
  
• Complete any initial empty heating, cleaning, seasoning, calibration, or first-use procedure described in the user manual
  

For all visible or concealed shipping damage, contact NORIOTA immediately after discovery so we can assist with documentation, next steps, and carrier coordination.