Contents 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 General Description Parts definition Control panel Available accessories 3 Use 9 9 10 11 13 3.1 Instructions 3.2 Preliminary operations 3.3 First use 3.4 Using the accessories 3.5 Using the refrigerator compartment 3.6 Using the freezer compartment 3.7 Noises during operation 3.8 Heated front surface 3.9 Turning the appliance off 3.10 Food storage advice 4 Cleaning and maintenance 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.
Instructions 1 Instructions Important Safety Instructions WARNING: If the instructions contained in this manual are not followed precisely, fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages throughout this manual and on the appliance. Read all the instructions before using the appliance and always obey all safety messages.
The safety messages will inform you of potential hazards, on how to avoid the risk of injury and what can occur if the instructions are not followed. IMPORTANT: Observe all codes and ordinances in force. WARNING: For your safety, the instructions contained in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion and to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors, liquids or materials near this or any other appliance.
Instructions • CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range - children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured. • WEAR PROPER APPAREL: Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. • For safety reasons and to avoid damage to your appliance, never sit, stand or lean on the refrigerator door.
Instructions • ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SHOULD PERFORM REPAIRS. Service personnel must disconnect the power supply before servicing this unit. EN • Never unplug an appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet to prevent damaging the power cord. • Unplug the refrigerator before servicing.
Instructions Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer: • Remove doors; • Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside; • Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician. • Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to play. They can cause suffocation and death. • Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator.
Description EN 2 Description 2.1 General Description 1 Control panel 2 Light 3 Fan 4 Refrigerator compartment 5 Defrost water outlet 6 Freezer compartment 7 Refrigerator door 8 Freezer door 2.2 Parts definition Control panel Interior lighting For setting the temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The interior of the appliance is lit when the door is opened. Refrigerator compartment For storing fresh foods.
Description Fan Freezer compartment Distributes the temperature and reduces condensation on the shelves and other surfaces. For storing frozen foods, freezing fresh foods and producing ice cubes. Electric energy consumption rises when the fan is operating. 2.
Description Fruit and vegetable drawer EN 2.4 Available accessories Some models are not provided with all accessories. Shelves For storing fruit and vegetables, maintaining a constant humidity level. Freezer drawers For optimising refrigerator space and placing foodstuffs inside the refrigerator compartment. Bottle rack For storing frozen foods and foods to be frozen. For storing bottles inside the refrigerator compartment.
Description Door balconies and shelves Egg holder Useful for storing eggs, this can be positioned in various balconies and shelves in the freezer door, according to requirements. Ice tray For storing foodstuffs in small containers. The shelf in the lower part of the door is useful for storing bottles. In some models, the internal part of the freezer door is also fitted with balconies for frozen foods which are handled more frequently (e.g. ice cream, already opened bags etc.
3 Use 3.3 First use 3.1 Instructions Improper use Risk of damages to the appliance • Do not use sharp objects when removing ice and frost in order not to damage the appliance's walls. • Do not sit or lean on the door or any open drawers. • Do not touch the heating elements on the outside of the appliance. • Do not store inflammable, explosive or volatile substances. • Organic compounds, acids and essential oils can corrode the seals and plastic surfaces if left in contact with them for extended periods.
Use To set the refrigerator temperature: 5. Use the refrigerator temperature button (on the right) to set the desired temperature. The symbol (Refrigerator) will be indicated on the compartment display. 6. After approximately 5 seconds of button inactivity, the actual temperature of the compartment will be displayed. The other buttons are disabled when setting.
3.4 Using the accessories Door balconies and shelves Shelves Suitable for storing eggs, butter, dairy products, conserves and other small food packages/containers. The lower part of the door has a shelf for bottles. Avoid placing excessively heavy bottles on the shelf and do not let them drop onto the bottom when inserting them. These can be positioned at different heights on the guides according to requirements. Each shelf has a safety fitting to prevent it from being accidentally removed.
Use Fruit and vegetable drawer Freezer drawers Located at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment, which is fitted with a glass shelf to cover fresh foods that require constant humidity for optimum storage. For storing frozen foods and foods to be frozen. To remove them, pull them towards you and lift the front part of each drawer. Ice tray Fill the ice tray with cold water or other liquids. Place it horizontally in one of the freezer drawers. Close the freezer door and wait a few hours.
3.5 Using the refrigerator compartment Super Cool refrigerator Function The Super Cool refrigerator function is used for quick cooling of large quantities of foodstuffs Arranging foods Arrange the foods on the various shelves, taking care that they have an airtight wrapping or cover.
Use 3.6 Using the freezer compartment Activate the Super Freeze freezer function 24 hours before freezing fresh foodstuffs. Super Freeze Freezer Function The Super Freeze freezer function is used for quick freezing of large quantities of foodstuffs 1. Press the freezer compartment Super Freeze button. The corresponding orange indicator light comes on. 2. When you wish to turn off the Super Freeze function, press the freezer compartment Super Freeze button again.
3.7 Noises during operation 3.8 Heated front surface The refrigerator and freezer compartments are cooled by means of a compression system. In order to maintain the preset temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer compartments, the compressor comes into operation in response to the level of cooling required, and may operate continuously if necessary. When the compressor starts to function, it creates a buzzing noise which generally diminishes in intensity after a few minutes.
Use 3.10 Food storage advice General advice Practical energy saving advice • Always check the expiry date on the food packaging. • The foodstuffs must be stored in closed or pre-packaged containers and must not be able to emit or absorb moisture and odours. • Remove perishable products from the appliance if you are going away for a long period. • Correct use of the appliance, correct packaging of foodstuffs, a constant temperature and food hygiene have significant effects on the quality of storage.
Use EN Freezer compartment • The type of food, quantity and date of freezing should be marked on the container/packaging. • Use small containers, if possible already cold. • The quantity of fresh foods which can be frozen at the same time is listed on the nameplate inside the refrigerator compartment. • Use suitable freezer bags, tinfoil, clingfilm for use with food, and freezer containers. • Do not use paper bags, cellophane for non-food use, shopping bags or preused freezer bags.
Cleaning and maintenance 4 Cleaning and maintenance 4.1 Instructions Improper use Risk of damage to surfaces • Do not use steam jets for cleaning the appliance. • Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia or bleach on steel parts or parts with metallic finishes on the surface (e.g. anodizing, nickel- or chromium-plating). • Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents on glass parts (e.g. powder products, stain removers and metallic sponges).
4.3 Defrosting No-Frost models perform this procedure automatically. Occasional presence of frost inside the freezer compartment is normal. 4.4 Replacing the lamp 1. Remove the bulb cover using a tool (e.g. a screwdriver). Defrosting the refrigerator compartment The refrigerator compartment does not require defrosting, as any ice which forms on the refrigeration plate will melt when the compressor is idle.
Cleaning and maintenance 4.5 What to do if... The appliance does not work: • Make sure that the appliance is plugged in and that the main switch is turned on. The compressor starts to function too often or functions continuously: • The room temperature is too high. • The door is being opened too often or for too long. • The door is not closing/sealing properly. • The freezer is loaded with too many fresh foods.
The temperature inside the refrigerator compartment is too cold and the foodstuffs are freezing. • The thermostat is set at too low a temperature. • Foodstuffs not contained in suitable containers or bags. • Fruit and vegetables might be too wet. • Foodstuffs placed against the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment. Temperature inside freezer compartment not low enough to freeze foods properly: • The thermostat is set at too high a temperature. • The door is being opened too often or for too long.
Installation 5 Installation 5.1 Unpack the refrigerator Heavy appliance Danger of crush injuries • Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Remove the packaging • Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
5.2 Positioning Heavy appliance Danger of crush injuries • Position the appliance with the aid of a second person. Pressure on the open door Risk of damages to the appliance • Never use the open door to lever the appliance into place when fitting. • Avoid exerting too much pressure on the door when open. • The appliance must not be exposed to direct sunlight. • The appliance must not be installed near heat sources. If this is not possible, suitable insulation must be used.
Installation • To allow proper cooling of the condenser, the refrigerator must not be placed too close to the wall. To prevent this, the appliance comes complete with two plastic spacers which must be fitted to the top of the condenser. 5.3 Electrical connection Power voltage Danger of electrocution • The appliance must be connected to earth in compliance with electrical system safety standards. • Do not pull the cable to remove the plug.
