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DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER www.gorenje.com www.gorenje.com...
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Please visit our website where you can enter your appliance model number, indicated on the rating plate or the warranty sheet, to find detailed description of your appliance, tips on use, troubleshooting, service information, instructions for use etc. http://www.gorenje.com Important safety warning General information and tips Protecting the environment...
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS 4 BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE OF APPLIANCE 8 ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION 9 ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES APPLIANCE 10 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION DESCRIPTION 13 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION...
IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please read carefully the instructions for use which describe the appliance and its correct and safe use. The instructions apply to several appliance types/models; thus, settings or equipment may be described herein which is not available in your appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in compliance with the effective standards and regulations. Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the power mains (unplug the power cord from the wall outlet). If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service technician or other adequately trained person.
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Danger of frostbite Never put frozen food in your mouth and avoid touching frozen food as this may cause frostnip or frostbite. Safety of children and vulnerable persons This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or metal capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe...
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE OF APPLIANCE WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be exposed to rain. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without any hazard to the environment. Removing an obsolete appliance To protect the environment, take the obsolete appliance to an authorized home appliance collection centre. Before doing so, do the following: • disconnect the appliance from the power mains;...
ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES • Install the appliance as specified in the instruction manual. • Do not open the door more often than necessary. • Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is unobstructed. • Condenser unit on the rear wall should be kept clean (see chapter Cleaning the appliance).
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION SELECTING THE ROOM • Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance will operate correctly if the environment temperature is in the interval specified in the table. The appliance class is indicated on the rating plate / label with the basic information on the appliance.
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Install door external handle (if external handle is present) Rear spacer Screw the rear spacers at the rear of the unit. Space Requirement • Keep enough space of door open. • Keep at least 50mm gap at two sides. Levelling the unit To do this adjust the two levelling feet at front of the unit.
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CONNECTING THE APPLIANCE • Connect the appliance to the power mains using the power cord. The wall outlet should be fitted with a ground contact (safety socket). Nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the rating plate/label with basic information on the appliance. • The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in compliance with the effective standards and regulations.
OPERATING THE APPLIANCE A Temperature setting and on/off knob SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE ON/OFF To switch on: rotate the A dial clockwise. Switching off: Rotate the A knob back to the position in which the arrow is aligned with the symbol (caution: appliance will remain powered, i.e.
CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING Tool required: Philips screwdriver, Flat bladed screwdriver, Hexagonal spanner. • Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty. • To take the door off, it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit on something solid so that it will not slip during the door reversing process. • All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door. • Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system. • It’s better that 2 people handle the unit during assembly. 1.
APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT (* EQUIPMENT DEPENDS ON THE MODEL) MOVABLE SHELVES The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired. DOOR BALCONIES To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door balconies can be placed at different heights.
STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR IMPORTANT WARNINGS REGARDING FOOD STORAGE Correct use of the appliance, appropriate packaging, maintaining the right temperature, and observing the food hygiene standards have a decisive impact on the quality of food storage. Observe the expiry dates for the food, indicated on the packaging.
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STORING FOOD TYPE OF FOOD Optimum Optimum Approximate storage storage humidity storage time temperature (°C) level (%) Pork -1 to 4 3 days Beef 0 to 4 up to 3 weeks Lamb 0 to 4 14 days Chicken 0 to 4 3 days Fish 0 to 4...
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TYPE OF FOOD Optimum Optimum Approximate storage storage humidity storage time temperature (°C) level (%) Leeks 95-100 2 to 3 months Mushrooms 3 to 4 days Parsley 95-100 2 to 3 days Parsnip 98-100 4 to 6 months Radish, winter 95-100 2 to 4 months Horseradish...
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TYPE OF FOOD Optimum Optimum Approximate storage storage humidity storage time temperature (°C) level (%) Cherries 0 to 2 90-95 2 to 3 weeks Kiwi, unripe 0 to 2 90-95 2 to 6 months Nectarines 0 to 2 90-95 1 to 3 weeks Oranges 0 to 2 90-95...
FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN FOOD IMPORTANT WARNINGS ON FREEZING Only use the freezer to freeze food appropriate for freezing. Always use quality and fresh food. Select the most suitable packaging for the food and use the packaging correctly. Make sure the packaging is air and water tight so that the food does not dry out and loose its vitamins.
FROZEN FOOD STORAGE TIME RECOMMENDED STORAGE TIME IN THE FREEZER Type of food Time fruit, beef from 10 to 12 months vegetables, veal, poultry from 8 to 10 months Venison from 6 to 8 months Pork from 4 to 6 months finely chopped or ground meat 4 months bread, pastry, cooked meals, lean fish...
DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE AUTOMATIC REFRIGERATOR DEFROSTING Refrigerator does not need defrosting because the ice on the back interior wall is thawed automatically. Any accumulated ice will melt when the compressor unit is inactive. Drops will flow through an opening in the refrigerator rear wall into a tray fitted above the compressor, from where they will evaporate.
CLEANING THE APPLIANCE Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the power mains – switch off the appliance (see chapter Switching the Appliance On/Off) and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. • Use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces. Cleaners that contain abrasive substances, acids, or solvents are not suitable for cleaning as they may damage the surface.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: Possible cause Solution • Temperature regulation knob • Set the knob at other is set at number “0”. number to switch on the appliance. • Mains plug is not plugged in • Insert mains plug. Appliance does or is loose not work • Fuse has blown or is • Check fuse, replace if defective...
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Problem: Possible cause Solution • Appliance is not level. • Re-adjust the feet. • The appliance is touching the • Move the appliance wall or other objects. slightly. Unusual noises • A component, e.g. a pipe, on • If necessary, carefully the rear of the appliance is bend the component out touching another part of the of the way.
INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE NOISE Cooling in refrigerator freezers is made possible by a cooling system that also includes a compressor (and a fan with some appliances), which generates some noise. The level of noise depends on installation, proper use, and age of the appliance.
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