Thank you for your confi dence in buying our appliance and congratulations on the excellent choice. We hope it will successfully serve its purpose for many years. The appliance is intended solely for household use. Refrigerator with freezer is for domestic use only. The lower part of the appliance is refrigerator and is used for storing fresh foods at the temperature of 0°C and higher.
fi lter is used up and the fi lter needs replacement. It can be purchased from the authorized Gorenje service centers. • Rating plate with basic information is located in the interior of the appliance. If the sticker plate is...
• WARNING! Ventilation openings on the appliance or built-in cupboard must be kept clean and unobstructed at all times. • WARNING! Do not use any mechanical accessories or other methods to defrost the appliance, except for those expressly recommended by the manufacturer. •...
Installation and connection Selecting the location • 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. Class Ambient temperature SN (subnormal) from +10°C to +32°C...
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Remark: * Applies to RETRO appliances (in the model marking …O…) Connecting to power • Use the power cord to connect the appliance to the mains supply power. Wall outlet must be fi tted with ground terminal (safety socket). Nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the relevant label or rating plate of the appliance.
Reverse door swing Required tools: socket spanner nr. 8, screwdriver, torx 25. Caution! After unscrewing of before fi xing 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...
Control panel - appliance with electronical regulation CONTROL UNIT I Model with keys CONTROL UNIT II Model without keys A Temperature selector and ON/OFF button B Green LED: illuminated when the appliance is in operation* C Freezer alarm off button* D Red LED: fl...
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The ON/OFF button The appliance is switched on by turning the button A towards Max. Green LED is on. The appliance is switched off when the arrow on the button points to the ON/OFF mark (the appliance, however, is still under mains power). Setting freezer •...
Freezer Alarm (certain The sound alarm is activated if the freezer temperature rises models only) above the allowed level (intermittent tone) and red lamp is fl ashing (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.
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• The fan contributes to more equal distribution of temperature (only with some models) and faster cooling, as well as reduces formation of dew on the shelves. It only operates when the compressor is activated. • Turning on the fan is recommended as an additional function in the following cases: - increased temperature in the room (over 30°C), - increased humidity (during the summer),...
Storing fresh food in the refrigerator Important precautions Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed for storing fresh food food, correct temperature and hygienic precautions produce substantial impact on the quality of stored food. Always respect the best before date, printed on the packaging.
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Equipment depends on the model. Interior accessories and space distribution • Shelves can be optionally placed on the guides inside the appliance. They are protected against pulling out. To remove the shelf, slightly lift up the back part and pull it out. Quickly perishable food should be stored on the back i.e.
Approximate storage Food Period time of fresh foods eggs, marinades, smoked meat, up to 10 days cheese up to 10 days carrots, etc… up to 8 days butter up to 7 days cake, fruit, TV-dinner dishes, raw up to 2 days chunks of meat fi...
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Important precautions Freeze only such food which is suitable for freezing and for freezing of fresh food 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.
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 themselves after defrosting and make foods perishable. Partial defrosting reduces the nutritional value of food, especially fruits, vegetables and readymade meals.
Wipe the frost and ice from the freezer before it has completely melted. • Never use powered appliances to defrost the freezer (hair dryer, etc.). • Avoid using defrosting sprays, as they may cause damage to the plastic parts and may be hazardous to health. •...
Troubleshooting guide Fault: Cause/Remedy The appliance does not operate • Check if there is power in the socket and if the appliance is after connection to the mains: switched on. Cooling system operates • Ambient temperature too high. continuously without intermittent •...
THE MANUFACTURER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE SPECIFICATIONS WITH NO IMPACT TO THE FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE. Instructions for use of the appliance can also be found on our website at www.gorenje.com / < http://www.gorenje.com />...