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4gb33000a.fm5 Page 75 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM Before using the refrigerator Your new appliance is a combined fridge-freezer exclusively for domestic use. The freezer compartment can be used for freezing fresh and cooked food, making ice cubes, and storing frozen and deepfrozen food; defrosting is a manual procedure. The refrigerator compartment, which has an automatic defrost feature, is used for the storage of fresh food and beverages.
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 76 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM Precautions and general recommendations Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and beverages and use the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance. Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer compartment - danger of bursting.
gb33000a.fm5 Page 77 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM How to operate the refrigerator compartment Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperature between +10°C and +38°C. Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +16°C and +32°C. To adjust the temperature, follow the instructions in the accompanying chart. Switching on the appliance Press the refrigerator compartment ON button (1).
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 78 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM How to operate the freezer compartment Press the freezer compartment ON button (4). 1. Green LED (5) lights up, indicating operation of the freezer compartment. 2. The acoustic alarm comes on - electronic models only (to deactivate, press (10)). 3. Red LED remains alight (for about 1 hour), until the critical alarm temperature is reached. The red LED lights up when: The appliance is connected to the power supply for the first time.
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 79 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM How to freeze fresh food You can use the freezer compartment to freeze food. The amount of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours, at an ambient temperature of +25°C, is indicated on the data plate. How to proceed: 1. 24 hours before freezing fresh food, press the fast freeze button (7). The yellow LED (8) lights up and will remain alight for 24 hours. 2.
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 80 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM Making ice cubes Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 with water and place it at the bottom of the freezer compartment. To speed up the ice making process, place the tray on the bottom of the first drawer (as shown in the figure) and not on the ice pack rack (if provided). If the tray sticks to the bottom of the compartment, do not use pointed or sharp instruments to detach it.
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 81 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM Care and Maintenance Before carrying out any cleaning operations, unplug the appliance. Clean the inside of the freezer compartment when defrosting. Periodically clean the inside of the refrigerator compartment with a sponge dampened in warm water and/or neutral detergent. Rinse the interior and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products. Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g.
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 82 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM Troubleshooting guide 1. The appliance is not working. Is there a power failure? Is the plug properly inserted in the socket? Is the double-pole switch on? Has the fuse blown? Is the power cord in perfect condition? Is the thermostat set to ● (Stop)? Are buttons 1 and 4 pressed? 2. Temperature inside the compartments is not low enough.
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 83 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM Installation Install the appliance away from heat sources. Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place. Ensure that the appliance is level. Adjust the front feet if necessary. Leave at least 5 cm clearance above the appliance. The sides of some models are extended at the rear so the appliance can be placed directly against the rear wall.
4gb33000a.fm5 Page 84 Friday, May 31, 2002 3:39 PM Electrical connection FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLY Warning - this appliance must be earthed Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B). 2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover. 3. Refit both into plug.
