Index BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE ............3 General warnings ..................3 Old and out-of-order fridges ................5 Safety warnings ................... 5 Installing and operating your fridge .............6 Before using your fridge freezer ..............7 HOW TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE ............. 7 Thermostat setting ..................7 Warnings about temperature adjustments ...........7 Accessories ....................
PART - 1. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE General warnings WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recom- mended by the manufacturer.
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• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. • A specially grounded plug has been connected to the power cable of your refrigerator.
Old and out-of-order fridges • If your old fridge has a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it, because children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident. • Old fridges and freezers may contain isolation material and refrigerant with CFC or HFC. Therefore, take care not to harm environment when you are discarding your old fridges.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes immediately after you have taken them out of the ice-making compartment. • Do not cover the body or top of fridge with lace. This affects the performance of your fridge.
Before using your fridge freezer • When using your fridge freezer for the first time, or after transportation, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This allows efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor. •...
fridge, when you take the plug out and then plug it in again to operate it or when an energy breakdown occurs. Your fridge will start to operate normally after 5 minutes. • Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label.
PART - 3. FOOD STORAGE IN THE APPLIANCE Refrigerator compartment The refrigerator compartment is used for storing fresh food for a few days. • Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment. Leave some space around food to allow circulation of air. •...
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• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, set the refrigerator thermostat at 4 - 5 for 24 hours before placing fresh food into the freezer. • After placing fresh food into the freezer, change the setting to 4 - 5 for 24 hours is generally sufficient.
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Maximum Storing time Meat and fis Preparation (month) Steak Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8 Lamb meat Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8 Veal roast Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8 In small pieces 6 - 8 Veal cubes In pieces 4 - 8...
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Maximum Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Storing time (months) Wash and cut to small pieces and boil in String beans and beans 10 - 13 water Beans Hull and wash and boil in water Cabbage Cleaned and boil in water 6 - 8 Clean and cut to slices and boil in water Carrot Cut the stem, cut into two pieces and...
Maximum Storing Dairy Products Preparation Storing Conditions time (months) Packet Pure Milk – In its own In its own packet 2 - 3 (Homogenize) Milk packet Original package may be used for short storing Cheese-excluding In slices 6 - 8 period.
• Clean the condenser with a broom at least twice a year. This will help you to save on energy costs and increase productivity. THE POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCONNECTED. Defrosting Defrosting the Refrigerator Compartment • Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator compartment during operation; the water is collected by the evaporation tray and evaporates automatically.
Replacing the Light bulb When replacing the bulb of the refrigerator compartment; 1. Unplug the unit from the power supply, 2. Press the hooks on the sides of the light cover top and remove the light cover 3. Change the present light bulb with a new one of not more than 15 W. 4.
PART - 6. BEFORE CALLING FOR AFTER SALES SERVICE If your refrigerator is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore check the following. The appliance does not operate, Check if; • There is no power, • The general switch in your home is disconnected, •...
• The lifetime of your appliance is stated and declared by the Department of Industry. The length of time for retaining parts required for the proper operation of the appliance is 10 years. Tips for saving energy 1. Install the appliance in a cool, well ventilated room , but not in direct sunlight and not near a heat source (radiator, cooker..
PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE PART - 8. COMPARTMENTS (When the thermostat is positioned on top) Thermostat Lamp cover This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model. A) Fridge compartment B) Freezer compartment 1) Thermostat box (When the thermostat is positioned on side)
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (FOR UK TYPE PLUG) For your safety please read the following information Warning: This appliance must be earthed. This appliance operates from 220-240 volts and should be protected by a 13 amp fuse in the plug. The appliance is supplied with a standard 13 amp 3-pin mains plug fitted with a 13-amp fuse. Should the fuse require replacement, it must be replaced with a fuse rated at 13 amp and approved to BS1362.
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Lec Guarantee Your Lec fridge freezer is made from the very best materials to the highest standards of manufacture and has been extensively tested and inspected before leaving our factory. It conforms with current British and European Electrical Safety Standards. It is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase, against mechanical and material defects, with the exception of light bulbs.
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Lee Refrigeration Stoney Lane, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 2XW 0344 815 3737 www.lec.co.uk Lee Refrigeration, a division of Glen Dim plex Home Appliances...
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