SANTO Z 9 18 40-5i User manual Fridge-Freezer
Contents Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we recommend you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any future owner of the appliance. We wish you much joy with your new appliance.
Safety information 3 Safety information In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.
Safety information • The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
Control panel 5 • Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect in the bottom of the appliance. Installation For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraphs. • Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packing.
Control panel 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Fridge temperature indicator Fridge temperature regulator, - button TURBO COOLMATIC indicator TURBO COOLMATIC button Freezer Pilot light Freezer ON/OFF switch Freezer temperature regulator, + button Freezer temperature indicator Freezer temperature regulator, - button FROSTMATIC indicator FROSTMATIC button Alarm indicator ( ALARM OFF) Alarm reset button (ALARM OFF) Switching on the fridge 1. Insert the plug into the mains socket. 2. Press ON/OFF switch .
Control panel 7 The buzzer will stop automatically when the temperature has returned to normal while the alarm indicator light will continue to flash. Press the alarm reset button. The alarm indicator light goes out and at the same time the freezer temperature indicator show for about 5 seconds the warmest temperature reached in the freezer compartment. Temperature setting buttons The temperature is adjusted using the temperature setting buttons. These buttons are connected to the temperature indicator.
First use • +5 °C in the fridge • -18 °C in the freezer. When the setting is changed, the compressor does not start immediately if automatic defrosting is currently taking place. As the storage temperature within the fridge is reached quickly you can store food immediately after switching on. TURBO COOLMATIC function The TURBO COOLMATIC function is suited for quick cooling of large quantities of goods in the refrigerator. To activate the function, do these steps: 1. Press the TURBO COOLMATIC button. 2.
Daily use 9 To freeze fresh food activate the FROSTMATIC function at least 24 hours before placing the food to be frozen in the freezer compartment. Place the fresh food to be frozen in the upper compartment. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate , a label located on the inside of the appliance. The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen.
Daily use Movable shelves The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired. For better use of space, the front half-shelves can lie over the rear ones. Positioning the door shelves To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door shelves can be placed at different heights. Carbon Air Filter Your appliance is equipped with a carbon filter CLEAN AIR CONTROL behind a flap in the rear wall of the fridge compartment.
Daily use 11 The LONGFRESH 0°C compartment is also suitable for defrosting food. In this case the thawed food can be stored up to two days . Humidity control Both drawers can be used according to the desired storage conditions independently of each other with lower or higher humidity. Regulation for each drawer is separate and is controlled using the slide valve at the front of the drawer.
Daily use Type of food Air humidity adjustment Storage time Fish, shellfish, cooked meat products “dry” up to 3 days Cooked seafood “dry” up to 2 days Salad, vegetables Carrots, herbs, Brussels sprouts, celery “humid” up to 1 month Artichokes, cauliflower, chicory, iceberg lettuce, endive, lamb’s lettuce, lettuce, leeks, radicchio “humid” up to 21 days Broccoli, Chinese leaves, kale, cabbage, radishes, Savoy cabbage “humid” up to 14 days Peas, kohlrabi “humid” up to 10 days Spring o
Helpful hints and tips 13 The level of air humidity in the drawers depends on the content of humidity in the stored food, vegetable and fruit and on the frequency of door opening The longfresh 0°C compartment is also suitable for slow thawing of food. In this case the thawed food can be stored in the longfresh 0°C compartment for up to two days. Tips: • Pay attention to the freshness of the food, especially on the expiry date. Quality and freshness influence the storage time.
Care and cleaning Milk bottles: these should have a cap and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door. Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator. Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints: • the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate; • the freezing process takes 24 hours.
Care and cleaning 15 Do not pull, move or damage any pipes and/or cables inside the cabinet. Never use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products or wax polishes to clean the interior as this will damage the surface and leave a strong odour. Clean the condenser (black grill) and the compressor at the back of the appliance with a brush or a vacuum cleaner. This operation will improve the performance of the appliance and save electricity consumption.
Care and cleaning During the operation, always keep the air ventilation flap closed. The air filter should be handled carefully to prevent its surface from being scratched. Defrosting of the refrigerator Defrosting of the fridge compartment is automatic. The water that forms flows into a recipient on the compressor and evaporates. This recipient cannot be removed. Defrosting the freezer A certain amount of frost will always form on the freezer shelves and around the top compartment.
What to do if… 17 • remove all food • defrost 4)and clean the appliance and all accessories • leave the door/doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells. If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody to check it once in a while to prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of a power failure. What to do if… WARNING! Before troubleshooting, disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Only a qualified electrician or competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in this manual.
What to do if… Problem Possible cause The compressor does not This is normal, no error has occurred. start immediately after pressing the FROSTMATIC or TURBO COOLMATIC button, or after changing the temperature. Solution The compressor starts after a period of time. Water flows on the rear plate of the refrigerator. During the automatic defrosting This is correct. process, frost defrosts on the rear plate. Water flows into the refrigerator. The water outlet is clogged. Clean the water outlet.
Technical data 19 Replacing the lamp 1. Switch off the appliance. 2. Press on the rear hook and at the same time slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. 3. Replace the lamp with one of the same power (the maximum power is shown on the lamp cover). 4. Install the lamp cover by sliding it into its original position. 5. Switch on the appliance. 6. Open the door. Make sure that the light comes on. Closing the door 1. Clean the door gaskets. 2. If necessary, adjust the door. Refer to "Installation". 3.
Installation Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance: Climate class Ambient temperature SN +10°C to + 32°C N +16°C to + 32°C ST +16°C to + 38°C T +16°C to + 43°C Removing the shelf holders Your appliance is equipped with shelf retainers that make it possible to secure the shelves during transportation. To remove them proceed as follows: 1.
Environmental concerns 21 Ventilation requirements The airflow behind the appliance must be sufficient. 50 mm min. 200 cm2 min. 200 cm2 Installation of the carbon air filter The carbon air filter is an active carbon filter which absorbs bad odours and permits to maintain the best flavour and aroma for all foodstuffs without risk of odour cross contamination. On delivery the carbon filter is in a plastic bag to 1 maintain it’s duration and characteristics.
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