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THE PERFECT BALANCE OF FUNCTION AND STYLE THE PERFECT BALANCE OF FUNCTION AND STYLE LAUNDRY - DISHWASHING - COOKING - COOLING LAUNDRY - DISHWASHING - COOKING - COOLING Installation and Operating Instructions Installation and Operating Instructions Total No Frost Retro Fridge Freezer MAB386C/K/R- Cream / Black / Red Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install or use this appliance.
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Welcome Thank you for choosing this Montpellier appliance. Our appliances have been designed to provide you with the best combination of style, reliability and performance to give you years of trouble-free use. You may be familiar with a similar product, but please take time to read these instructions carefully before installing or using your appliance to ensure you get the most from your purchase.
CONTENTS 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. 4 1.1 General Safety Warnings ....................4 1.2 Installation warnings .......................8 1.3 Electrical information (For UK type plug) ................8 1.4 During Usage........................9 2 DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE ............. 10 2.1 Dimensions ........................11 3 USING THE APPLIANCE ................12 3.1 Information about New Generation Cooling Technology ..........12 3.2 Thermostat Setting .......................12 3.3 Temperature Adjustment Warnings................12...
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 General Safety Warnings Read this user manual carefully. WARNING: Make sure that the appliance is left to stand for a minimum of 4 hours before being turned on for the first time. WARNING: Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
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If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this information will be provided on the label of the cooler) you should take care during transportation and installation to prevent the cooler elements from being damaged. R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, but it is explosive.
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• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
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To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions: • Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance. • Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems •...
1.2 Installation warnings • Do not cover the body or top of fridge freezer with lace. This will affect the Before using your fridge freezer for the first performance of your fridge freezer. time, please pay attention to the following •...
• Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This may cause health issues such as food poisoning. Old and Out-of-order Fridges • If your old fridge or freezer has a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it, because children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident.
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE Notes: • Please read the instruction manual APPLIANCE carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the This appliance is not intended to be used damage occurred due to misuse. as a built-in appliance. •...
2.1 Dimensions Overall dimensions 1860,0 595,0 600,0 the height, width and depth of the appliance without the handle. Overall space required in use 981,6 Space required in use 1168,5 2010,0 the height, width and depth of the 695,0 appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free 694,1 circulation of the cooling air, plus...
3 USING THE APPLIANCE 3.2 Thermostat Setting The thermostat automatically regulates 3.1 Information about New Generation the temperature inside the refrigerator and Cooling Technology freezer compartments. Cooler temperatures can be obtained by rotating the knob to Fridges with new-generation cooling higher numbers, 1 to 5.
on the information label. We do not Declared energy consumption and volume recommend operating your appliance out are defined according to the Chiller option of the stated temperature limits in terms of the product. of cooling effectiveness. To use for 0 °C department: Climate class and meaning: If you want to use this compartment as a T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance...
4 FOOD STORAGE 3.4.3 The Freezer Box The freezer box allows food to be accessed more easily. 4.1 Refrigerator Compartment • To reduce humidity and avoid the consequent formation of frost, always store liquids in sealed containers in the refrigerator. Frost tends to concentrate in the coldest parts of the evaporating liquid and, in time, your appliance will require more frequent defrosting.
products and clean any leakages on the Maximum How and where to Food shelves. storage time store • Do not put food in front of the air flow Bottled Until the passage. expiry date products On the designated recommended e.g. milk •...
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• Do not purchase frozen food if the • The storage time of food is dependent packaging shows signs of humidity on the type of oil used. Suitable oils are and abnormal swelling. It is probable margarine, calf fat, olive oil and butter. that it has been stored at an unsuitable Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
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The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major food groups in your freezer compartment. Maximum storage time Meat and fish Preparation (months) Wrap in foil 6 - 8 Steak Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8 Wrap in foil...
Maximum storage time Vegetables and Fruits Preparation (months) Strawberry and Wash and hull 8 - 12 Blackberry Add 10 % of sugar to the container Cooked fruits Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12 Plum, cherry, sourberry Maximum storage time Thawing time at room Thawing time in oven (months)
6 SHIPMENT AND 5.1 Defrosting REPOSITIONING 6.1 Transportation and Changing Positioning • The original packaging and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optional). • Fasten your appliance with thick packaging, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the packaging.
7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER- There is a build-up of humidity inside the fridge SALES SERVICE Check if: If you are experiencing a problem with your • All food is packed properly. Containers refrigerator, please check the following must be dry before being placed in the before contacting the after-sales service.
8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY • This appliance is designed for domestic use and for the stated purposes only. It is 1. Install the appliance in a cool, well- not suitable for commercial or common ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight use.
Go to https://eprel.ec.europe.eu and enter the model identifier for your appliance to download the data sheet. Alternatively you can download from https://www.montpellier-appliances.com by going to the relevant product page. The model identifier for your appliance can be found on the rating plate at the rear/inside of the appliance.
Your 2 year Manufacturer's guarantee THIS DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS. Your new Montpellier appliance carries a free guarantee which protects you against the cost of repairs during the first 24 months from date of purchase provided that: Any claim is accompanied by evidence of the model reference, model serial number and proof of purchase, such as a Sales Receipt, showing that the appliance was purchased within the 24 months prior to the date of claim.
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Montpellier Domestic Appliances Ltd. Unit 1, Tewkesbury Retail Park, Northway Lane, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 8JU www.montpellier-appliances.com 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 this product.
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