Contents Safety Warnings ............................. 4 Unpacking ..............................6 Installation ..............................7 Location......................................7 Levelling the Unit..................................7 Installing the Spacers .................................. 7 Free Space Requirements ................................7 Reversing the Door Swing ................................. 8 Cleaning Before Use ...................................11 Before Using Your Unit ................................11 Product Overview ............................
Safety Warnings For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the safety precautions listed below. • Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference. • Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.
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• Do not store bottles or glass containers in the freezer compartment. bottle and damage your freezer compartment. (If applicable) WARNING • Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of obstructions. • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
Thank you for purchasing your new LEC Undercounter Fridge. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference.
Installation INSTALLATION Location When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 16°C and 38°C. Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption.
INSTALLATION Reversing the Door Swing Tools required: Philips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner • Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty. • To take the door o it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. • All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door. •...
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INSTALLATION 4. Swap the bottom bush and bottom bush cap of the upper door. The bottom bush key must be in the correct position to allow it to be inserted correctly. 5. Remove the lower screws, hinge bracket and adjustable feet from the unit bottom. unscrew unscrew 6.
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INSTALLATION 8. Carefully set the upper door back into place. Ensure the fridge door is aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the top hinge. Insert the hinge bracket and screw it to the top of the unit.
INSTALLATION Cleaning Before Use Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves, drawers and salad bin. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth. If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
Operation Switching On Your Unit 1. Before connecting the unit to the mains supply make sure that the thermostat control dial is set at position OFF. This is located on the right side of the cabinet. Connect the mains cable to the mains socket.
Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit • Cooked meat/fish should always be stored on a shelf above raw meat/fish to avoid bacterial transfer. Keep raw meat/fish in a container which is large enough to collect juices and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest shelf at the bottom of the fridge compartment.
Defrosting Frozen Food 1. Take the frozen food out from the unit and uncover the frozen food. Let it defrost at room temperature. Don’t forget that defrosting in a warm area encourages the growth of bacteria and low temperature cooking may not destroy dangerous bacteria. 2.
Cleaning Defrosting Frost might build up in the unit after it has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper (not included). Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use any electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
Maintenance Changing the Internal Light 1. Before carrying out the bulb replacement always adjust the thermostat control dial to Position 0, then disconnect the mains supply. 2. While holding the lamp cover place coin between lamp cover lip and internal wall of the refrigerator and twist the coin.