TITAN1 Stainless steel side by side frost free fridge/freezer s
USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC TITAN1 Stainless steel side by side 570 litre frost free fridge/freezer NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important information, including safety & installation points, which will enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference, for you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
Contents Environmental note 4 Important safety information 5–6 Specifications of your fridge freezer Dimensions of the appliance Energy efficiency class Cubic capacities Specifications of your appliance Description of the appliance Description of the product features 7 7 7 7 7 8 9-10 Using your Baumatic fridge freezer Before switching on During first use Control panel Turning on the appliance and setting the thermostat 10 10 11 11 12 Arranging and storing food in the fridge section 13-14 The freez
Environmental note Note: Before discarding an old appliance, switch off and disconnect it from the power supply. Cut off and render any plug useless. Cut the cable off directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. This should be undertaken by a competent person. Disable the door lock to make sure that children cannot get stuck inside the appliance. o The packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally friendly and can be recycled.
Important safety information Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic. Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet before attempting to install or use the appliance. If you are unsure of any of the information contained in this booklet, please contact the Baumatic Technical Department. IMPORTANT: Any installation work must be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Use of the appliance o Your appliance is only designed to be used in the home.
Child safety o Packaging material should be kept away from children. o Children should not be allowed to touch the controls or play with the appliance. General safety o Do not pull on the power supply cable to remove the plug from your mains supply socket. o Do not pull out or insert the plug with wet hands. o Do not attempt to use your appliance outdoors or any place where it is likely to come into contact with the elements.
Specifications of your fridge freezer Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic fridge freezer Dimensions of your appliance o Height: 1790 mm o Width: 900 mm o Depth: 730 mm Energy efficiency class o Energy class: A Cubic capacities o Gross capacity (fridge): o Gross capacity (freezer): o Net capacity (fridge): o Net capacity (freezer): 361 209 339 198 litres litres litres litres Specifications of the appliance o Frost free fridge and freezer o Multi airflow cooling system o Deodorizer o Anti-bacterial su
Description of the appliance Freezer section 1) 2) 3) 4) Door storage compartments Freezer shelves (x 4) Dried foods compartment Meat storage compartment Fridge section 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 12) Refrigerator shelves (x 4) Movable egg container Salad/vegetable drawer Fruit drawer Dairy compartment Door storage compartments Chiller case 8
Description of the product features Shelves o The shelves may be placed in any of the guide slots within the interior of the appliance. They are protected from sliding out. o To remove a shelf: Take off all of the items that are stored on the shelf that you want to remove. Then lift the front of the shelf and carefully pull it out of the grooves.
Salad/vegetable drawer o For storing salad and vegetables, the drawer is designed to keep the contents fresh for as long as possible. Fruit drawer o For storing fruits, the drawer is designed to keep the contents fresh for as long as possible. o Care should be taken when storing tropical fruit (bananas and pineapples etc) and tomatoes. As these types of items can easily deteriorate in a lower temperature. Chiller case o Maximises the storage time of meat and fish by storing it at 0°C without freezing it.
During first use o When you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run continuously for approximately 24 hours or until the fridge freezer reaches a cool enough temperature. o During this period of time, you should try not to open the door frequently or place a large amount of food within the appliance. o If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance on the thermostat or reconnecting it to your mains supply.
Turning on the appliance and setting the thermostat o You switch on your appliance by connecting it to your mains supply. o Press the FRZ. TEMP button until the neon above number 3 lights. o Press the REF. TEMP button until the neon above number 3 lights. o The neons will light in the following order:- o We would recommend that the fridge and freezer sections are set on number 3 during regular use of the appliance. o To achieve a colder setting then select number 4 or 5.
Arranging and storing food in the fridge section o Warm food or evaporating liquids should not be stored in your refrigerator, as this will increase the humidity inside of the appliance. o All foods should be wrapped or covered, this is particularly important if the food has a strong flavour. You should use polythene bags or sheets, aluminium foil, wax paper. Liquids should be stored in covered containers or bottles.
o Milk bottles should have a cap on them and be stored on the bottle shelves that sit in the door. o Garlic, potatoes, onions and bananas should only be stored in a refrigerator IF they are stored in airtight containers. The freezer compartment The freezer compartment is suitable for storing and freezing food. o The freezer compartment temperature must have already reached -18 degrees centigrade (or lower) before you attempt to store food that is already frozen or freezing fresh food.
o Do not allow fresh food to touch items that are already frozen. o After 24 hours you should check that the fresh food is satisfactorily frozen. If it is then you should return the temperature setting to number 3 using the FRZ. TEMP button. Tips on freezing o Freezer bags, polythene wraps, aluminium foil (extra thick) and special cans for frozen foods are suitable packaging for storing frozen goods in. o Tape, rubber bands or plastic clips are suitable for sealing bags and wrappings.
Important user information IMPORTANT: Care should be taken to make sure that the airflow duct vents on the rear interior wall of the fridge and freezer sections are not blocked. IMPORTANT: If your mains power supply fails, then the food inside of the freezer section will be preserved for a 12 hour period. After 12 hours the food should be removed from the freezer section and consumed as quickly as possible.
o When cleaning is complete, dry your hands and then reconnect the plug to your mains supply. IMPORTANT: Before attempting any of the cleaning steps shown below, you should remove all items from the shelves and compartments that you are cleaning. Dairy compartment 1) Open the dairy compartment cover slightly, hold both ends and push left to remove. 2) To remove the dairy compartment shelf, hold both ends and pull upwards.
Door seal 1) Use a cloth that has been wetted with water and mild (neutral) detergent and wipe around the door seal. 1) At least once a year, remove any dust that has gathered on the grill at the rear of the appliance, using a vacuum cleaner. Rear grill DO NOT USE ANY FORM OF ASOLINE (PETROL) OR BENZENE (BENZOL) THINNERS ON ANY AREA OF THE APPLIANCE. AS THESE CHEMICALS CAN DAMAGE THE SURFACES.
o Remove the drawers and shelves from the freezer section and leave the door to the freezer compartment open. You can place a bowl of warm water inside the freezer compartment to speed up the defrost process. o You can use a sponge to mop up the defrost water that will run into the bottom of the freezer section. o IMPORTANT: You should place some old towels on the flooring that is immediately in front of the appliance. In case any defrost water comes out of the freezer section and onto the floor.
4) 2) Hold the bottom of the cover and pull it forward to remove it. 3) Change the present light bulb with a new one. The replacement bulb should not have a greater rating than 15 W. Push the cover back into position and fully tighten the screws that hold it in place. Freezer section The light bulbs can be found behind the light cover that is below the top shelf. 4) 1) Remove the screws that hold the light cover in place. 2) Hold the bottom of the cover and pull it forward to remove it.
Installation IMPORTANT: Before installation and usage read all the instructions and make sure that the voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on the rating plate are exactly the same as the voltage and frequency in your home. The rating plate can be found on the front left edge of the inside of the refrigerator.
Positioning o It is advisable that your appliance is only installed in a location where the ambient temperature of the room, corresponds with the climate classification that is stated on the rating plate of your appliance. Your appliance may not function correctly if the ambient temperature falls outside of the following ranges.
Installation preparation IMPORTANT: A minimum of two people should complete all of the installation steps given in this manual. o Check that the appliance will easily pass through all doorways en route to its final position. o Appliance dimensions: 1790 mm(h) x 900 mm(w) x 730 mm(d). (including door handles). o If your appliance will not fit through a doorway, then it is possible to remove the fridge and freezer doors.
3) IMPORTANT: One person should support the door before attempting this next step. Lift up the front of the hinge and remove it from the appliance. 4) Whilst still supporting the door, slowly lift it upwards to disengage it from the lower hinge. Once the door has been lifted clear of the lower hinge, pull it away from the main chassis of the freezer section. IMPORTANT: The door should be lent carefully against a wall, so that the inner or outer surfaces cannot be accidentally damaged.
Removing the fridge door 1) Unscrew the top hinge cover using a screwdriver. Insert a thin screwdriver into the side groove of the cover to remove it. 2) Turn the top hinge fastener anti-clockwise 3-4 times and then disconnect the harness wires. 3) IMPORTANT: One person should support the door before attempting this next step. Lift up the front of the hinge and remove it from the appliance. 4) Whilst still supporting the door, slowly lift it upwards to disengage it from the lower hinge.
Replacing the freezer door 1) Insert the bottom of the freezer door into the bottom hinge, making sure that the hinge pin has been inserted into the hole in the bottom of the freezer door. 2) Insert the back of the top hinge in the groove on the top of the cabinet. Close the door fully against the cabinet, and then make sure that the top hinge pin is fitted securely into the hole on top of the freezer door. 3) Reconnect the harness wires and then turn the hinge fastener clockwise.
Replacing the fridge door 1) Insert the bottom of the fridge door into the bottom hinge, making sure that the hinge pin has been inserted into the hole in the bottom of the fridge door. 2) Insert the back of the top hinge in the groove on the top of the cabinet. Close the door fully against the cabinet, and then make sure that the top hinge pin is fitted securely into the hole on top of the freezer door. 3) Reconnect the harness wires and then turn the hinge fastener clockwise.
Levelling the appliance and adjusting the doors The appliance must be situated on a level and even floor; otherwise the doors may not hang properly or seal correctly. The front of the appliance should be a little higher than the rear of the fridge freezer. This will allow for easy closing of the doors. However if you raise the front of the appliance too high, then you may find it difficult to open the doors.
Fitting the front cover This step should only be done after the appliance is in position and levelled off. o Remove the screws from the front bottom panel. o Use these screws to fix the front cover to the appliance. Troubleshooting IMPORTANT: If your fridge freezer appears not to be operating properly, before contacting the Baumatic Service Department, please refer to the checklist below. My fridge freezer does not appear to be working/there is no power to my appliance.
Ice has formed on the inner back wall of my fridge or there is water in the base of the fridge. o Check that food has not been pushed too far back inside the appliance, so that it is in contact with the inner back wall. The front and side of my fridge freezer feels warm or hot. o There are pipes placed beneath the surface to prevent moisture from forming on it. The doors do not open easily. o Every time you open the door of the appliance, warm air will enter the cabinet.
Baumatic Ltd. Conditions of guarantee Dear Customer, Your new Baumatic appliance comes complete with a free 12 month guarantee covering both parts and labour costs resulting from defective materials or workmanship. Baumatic also gives you the opportunity to automatically extend the guarantee period for a further 12 months at no extra cost, giving an initial guarantee period of 24 months. The extended guarantee period applies to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland only.
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