SANTO C 9 18 40-6i 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 structions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety. For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.
Safety information • It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock. WARNING! Any electrical component (power cord, plug, compressor) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel. 1. Power cord must not be lengthened. 2. Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the appliance.
Control panel 5 • 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. • It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor. • Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating.
Control panel 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Appliance 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 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert the plug into the mains socket. Press ON/OFF switch . The Pilot Light will light up. The alarm indicator light flashes since the temperature is reached. The acoustic alarm sounds. 5.
Control panel 7 • Each time one of the two buttons is pressed again the DESIRED temperature is adjusted by 1°C. The DESIRED temperature must be reached within 24 hours. If neither button is pressed, the temperature indicator automatically switches back after a short period (approx. 5 sec.) to the indicator of the ACTUAL temperature. DESIRED temperature means: The temperature that has been selected for inside the corresponding compartment. The DESIRED temperature is indicated by flashing numbers.
First use 2. The COOLMATIC indicator switches on. The COOLMATIC function now provides for intensive cooling. A DESIRED temperature of +2°C is automatically selected. The COOLMATIC function is ended automatically after a period of 6 hours. You can deactivate the function at any time: 1. Press the COOLMATIC button. 2. The COOLMATIC indicator switches off. Holiday function This function allows you to keep the refrigerator shut and empty during a long holiday period (e.g.
Daily use 9 Daily use Freezing fresh food The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deepfrozen food for a long time. 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.
Daily use Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer. Cold accumulators One or more cold accumulators are supplied in the freezer; these increase the length of time for which food will keep in the event of a power failure or breakdown. 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.
Helpful hints and tips 11 Humidity control The glass shelf incorporates a device with slits (adjustable by means of a sliding lever), which makes it possible to regulate the temperature in the vegetable drawer(s). When the ventilation slots are closed: the natural moisture content of the food in the fruit and vegetable compartments is preserved for longer. When the ventilation slots are opened: more air circulation results in a lower air moisture content in the fruit and vegetable compartments.
Care and cleaning • 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 13 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. Take care of not to damage the cooling system. Many proprietary kitchen surface cleaners contain chemicals that can attack/damage the plastics used in this appliance.
What to do if… 3. Leave the door open and insert the plastic scraper in the appropriate seating at the bottom centre, placing a basin underneath to collect the defrost water In order to speed up the defrosting process, place a pot of warm water in the freezer compartment. In addition, remove pieces of ice that break away before defrosting is complete. 4. When defrosting is completed, dry the interior thoroughly and keep the scraper for future use. 5. Switch on the appliance. 6.
What to do if… Problem The appliance does not operate. The lamp does not operate. Possible cause The appliance is switched off. 15 Solution Switch on the appliance. The mains plug is not connected Connect the mains plug to the to the mains socket correctly. mains socket correctly. The appliance has no power. Connect a different electrical apThere is no voltage in the mains pliance to the mains socket. socket. Contact a qualified electrician. The lamp does not work. The lamp is in stand-by.
What to do if… Problem Temperature cannot be set . Possible cause FROSTMATIC or COOLMATIC functions switched on. Solution Switch off FROSTMATIC or COOLMATIC manually, or wait to set the temperature until the function has reset automatically. Refer to "FROSTMATIC or COOLMATIC function".. The temperature regulator is not Set a higher/lower temperature. The temperature in the appliance is too low/high. set correctly. The door is not closed correctly. Refer to "Closing the door".
Technical data 17 Technical data Dimension of the recess Height 1780 mm Width 560 mm Depth 550 mm Rising Time 24 h The technical information are situated in the rating plate on the internal left side of the appliance and in the energy label. Installation Positioning WARNING! If you are discarding an old appliance that has a lock or catch on the door, you must ensure that it is made unusable to prevent young children being trapped inside.
Environmental concerns Ventilation requirements The airflow behind the appliance must be sufficient. 50 mm min. 200 cm2 min. 200 cm2 Environmental concerns The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
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