Instructions for use Upright refrigerator - freezer
Thank you for your confidence in buying our appliance and congratulations on the excellent choice. We hope it will successfully serve its purpose for many years. Upright refrigerator - freezer (hereinafter: the appliance) is combined from two parts: top part is refrigerator and bottom part is upright freezer. Refrigerator is used in households for storage of fresh food at temperatures above 0°C).
Before first operation 142468 • The appliance is manufactured in compliance with all relevant safety standards; however, it is recommended that persons with impaired physical, motional, or mental abilities, or persons with inadequate experience and knowledge, do not use the appliance without due supervision. The same recommendation applies to minors using the appliance. • Before connecting the appliance read these instructions carefully.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of thisproduct.
Description of the appliance A Refrigerator (traditional and NO FROST appliance) 1 Control panel 2 Fan* 3 Interior illumination light 4 Shelf (adjustable height) 5 Foldable egg tray (closed 6, open 12 eggs) 6 Crisp tray 7 Door trays (options: deep, shallow, cover or no cover) 8 Bottle tray with holder 15 Leg* 16 Wheel* B Freezer (traditional appliance) 9 Freeze drawer* 10 Storage drawer 11 Storage drawer 12 Door tray 13 Ice tray 14 Defrost water groove* B Freezer (NO FROST appliance) 9 Storage drawer* 10 Fr
A Refrigerator 1 Control panel 2 Fan* 3 Interior illumination light 4 Shelf (adjustable height) 5 Foldable egg tray (closed 6, open 12 eggs) 6 Crisp tray 7 Door trays (options: deep, shallow, cover or no cover) 8 Bottle tray with holder* 15 Leg 16 Wheel B Freezer 9 Freeze drawer 10 Storage drawer 11 Storage drawer 12 Door tray 13 Ice tray 14 Defrost water groove* • Interior accessories of the appliance may vary according to the model. • Drawers are protected against accidental extraction.
Installation and connection • Place the appliance in dry and well aired room. The appliance operates best at temperature ranges indicated in the chart below. Relevant class of the appliance is indicated on the rating plate.
Remark: * Applies to OLD TIMER appliances (in the model marking …O…). Connecting to power supply • Use the power cord to connect the appliance to the mains power. Wall outlet must be fitted with ground terminal (safety socket). Nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the relevant label or rating plate of the appliance. • Mains power connection and grounding must be in accordance to standing regulations and local requirements.
Reverse door swing Required tools: socket spanner nr. 8, screwdriver, torx 25. Caution! After unscrewing of before fixing hinges, hold the door to prevent it from falling and damaging. 1. Remove upper hinge cover (save it for eventual later use), remove also the cover on the opposite side of the upper hinge cover (on the opposite side you will insert the attached cover during the assembly), and remove the cover on the opposite side of the upper part of the door. 2.
Control panel - appliance with electronical regulation CONTROL UNIT I Model with knobs CONTROL UNIT II Model without knobs A B C D E F * Temperature selector and ON/OFF button Green LED: illuminated when the appliance is in operation* Freezer alarm off button* Red LED: flashing with freezer alarm* Fast freeze button* Orange LED: on during fast freezing procedure* Certain models only.
The ON/OFF button The appliance is switched on by turning the button A towards Max. Green LED is on (certain models only). The appliance is switched off when the arrow on the button points to the ON/OFF (the appliance, however, is still under mains power). mark Setting freezer temperature • Temperature of the appliance is set by turning the button A to the position between the Min and Max span. • Recommended setting of the thermostat knob is to Eco position.
Freezer Alarm (certain models only) The sound alarm is activated if the freezer temperature rises above the allowed level (intermittent tone) and red lamp is flashing (D). • The alarm can be turned off by pressing the Alarm Off button C, while the red light goes off automatically when the temperature inside the freezer reaches desired level and there is no danger for perishable goods.
Refrigerator/freezer selector Use the rotating switch A to select the appliance section whose temperature you wish to see on the display, and whose temperature you may set by using the knob E. ON/OFF button and temperature selector ON/OFF button Use the knob A to select the freezer, and switch the appliance on with a 3-second long press of the knob E. Both the refrigerator and the freezer are switched on, and the operation mode is indicated by the lit green light.
High temperature freezer alarm Sound alarm starts in case of excessively high temperature of the freezer (intermittent beep), red light (D) is flashing. • Alarm is switched of by pressing the knob C. Red light goes off automatically when the freezer is cooled sufficiently and there is no danger for stored food to get foul. • If the temperature in the freezer is not at the level required for the preservation of stored food, the alarm will be switched on every 24 hours to alert you of this condition.
CONTROL UNIT IV Appliance with two compressors Valve and no frost system appliance Switching the appliance ON/OFF Before the first use of the appliance first plug the power cable into the wall socket. Display indicates dashes for both the refrigerator and the freezer. • Appliance with two compressors - Switch on or switch off the freezer by pressing the A button and holding it for three seconds. The green led B is lit / goes off.
temperature in a respective compartment actually falls below these values. • Valve and no frost system appliance - Switch the appliance on/off by pressing the button A for 3 seconds. Both the refrigerator and the freezer are started, green signal lamps B and D are on. In this mode you can switch off the refrigerator only by pressing button C for 3 seconds (green signal lamp 2 is off). - The temperature is indicated on the display; +9 °C for the refrigerator compartment and 0°C for the freezer compartment.
is cooled enough for safe storage of food. During the first start of the appliance there is a 24 hour delay of the temperature alarm to avoid unnecessary alarm operation.. Intermittent alarm sound - power failure signal If the temperature of the refrigerator or freezer is raised too much as a consequence of power failure, sound alarm is activated (intermittent tone), red signal lamp is on, and the display flashes the highest temperature digit (in case of refrigerator maximum 9°C).
Control panel - appliance with mechanical regulation CONTROL UNIT V Model without fan Model with fan A Temperature setting and ON/OFF button B Illumination ON/OFF push-button 142468 18
The appliance is switched on by turning the button A in clockwise direction, towards Max. The appliance is switched off when the dot is positioned against (the appliance is still powered). the Temperature setting • Temperature of the refrigerator is set with button A which can be positioned between the Min and Max range. • Recommended setting is the position between Min and Max. • If the ambient temperature around the appliance is lower than 16°C the recommended setting of the thermostat is Max.
• Turning the fan on / off ON = OFF = 0 When the fan is on, a red dot is indicated on the switch. Note: When the fan is activated, power consumption is increased and temperature in the refrigerator drops. Hence, we recommend resetting the temperature in the appliance: (dashed line), - when the fan is activated: between “Min” and and “Max”. - without the fan: area between Temperature setting for the refrigerator also affects the temperature in the freezer compartment.
Recommended distribution of food Refrigerator compartments: - top section: canned food, bread, wine, cake, … - middle section: dairy products, cheese, readymade food, desserts, juices, beer, TV-dinners, … - bottom section: meat, meat products, delicatessen, … - crisp pan: resh fruit, vegetables, salads, appliances without ZERO’N’FRESH drawer also: root vegetables, potatoes, onions, garlic, tomatoes, tropical fruit, sauerkraut, turnips, … - ZERO’N’FRESH drawer: fresh meat, meat products, fish, seafood, dairy
Storing fresh food Important precautions for storing fresh food Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and hygienic precautions have substantial impact on the quality of stored food. Always respect the best before date, printed on the packaging. Food to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed as to prevent absorbing of moisture and building of odors. Never store inflammable, volatile or explosive substances.
stock of other smaller packages, tubes, cans etc. The bottom shelf is used for storing bottles. • The freezer door liner is also fitted with various shelves or holders used for storing frequently used frozen food - quick access (ice cream, already opened packages of vegetables, etc.).
Important precautions for freezing of fresh food Freeze only such food which is suitable for freezing and can sustain low temperatures. Food should be of adequate quality and fresh. Select adequate packaging for each kind of food and pack it correctly. The packaging should be air tight and well sealed without leaking since this could cause substantial vitamin loss and dehydration. Mark packages with following data:Type, kind and amount; with the date of placing.
Defrosting frozen food Partially thawed or defrosted foods should be used as soon as possible. Cold air preserves the food but it does not destroy microorganisms which rapidly activate after defrosting and make foods perishable. Partial defrosting reduces the nutritional value of food, especially fruits, vegetables and readymade meals. Making ice Remove the cap from ice tray (certain models only) and fill it to the mark with filtered cold water. Close it and place it on the door shelf.
• Clean the interior of the appliance and wipe it dry (see chapter Cleaning). • Before reloading food into the freezer switch the appliance on. Defrosting traditional freezer • Defrosting of NO FROST freezer is automatic. Periodic appearance of frost layer eventually disappears automatically. Cleaning Prior to any cleaning. Please disconnect the appliance from the mains (turn the thermostat and pull the power cord from the mains button to the position outlet).
Troubleshooting guide Fault: Cause/Remedy The appliance does not operate after connection to the mains: • Check if there is power in the socket and if the appliance is switched on. Cooling system operates continuously without intermittent stoppages: • Ambient temperature too high. • Frequent opening of the door, door open too long. • Door not closed properly (particle between door gasket, sagged door, check gasket sealing, etc...). • Excessive quantity of fresh food inserted at once.
Fault: Cause/Remedy Bulb replacement: • Before replacing the light bulb, disconnect the appliance form the power supply. Using the screwdriver remove the cover, replace the bulb with a new one (E 14, max. same voltage as the factory one and fit back the cover. • Don’t forget: the old bulb does not belong to organic waste. • The light bulb is aconsumption material and not covered by the warranty. Green LED is flashing: • If the green LED is flashing, call the nearest service center.
