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We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing our appliance. We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use. The appliance is intended solely for household use. Refrigerator freezer (hereinafter: the appliance) consists of two parts: the upper part is the refrigerator and the lower part is the freezer.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS 10 ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES APPLIANCE 11 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION 15 CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING 17 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE WITH MECHANIC CONTROLS 19 APPLIANCE WITH ELECTRONIC CONTROL 22 APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT STORING AND 25 RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE...
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable materials. The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in compliance with the effective standards and regulations. WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance. Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the power mains (unplug the power cord from the wall outlet).
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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 The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Warning regarding the refrigerant The appliance contains a small amount of an environmentally friendly yet flammable gas R600a. Make sure that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. A gas leak is not hazardous to the environment, but it could cause eye injury or fire.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE OF APPLIANCE WARNING! This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: – staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;...
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Technical information on the appliance Rating plate can be found in the appliance interior. It indicates data on voltage, gross and net volume, type and amount of refrigerant, and information on the climate classes. If the language on the rating plate is not the language of your choice or the language of your country, replace it with the one supplied.
ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES • Install the appliance as specifi ed 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).
APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION A Refrigerator Control unit 2 LED lighting of refrigerator interior 3 Pull-out glass shelf (height- adjustable) 4 Crisper (fruit and vegetables drawer) 5 Height-adjustable door bin 6 Bottle shelf B Freezer 7 Freezer drawers 8 Glass shelves 9 Wheel* •...
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 specifi ed in the table. The appliance class is indicated on the rating plate / label with the basic information on the appliance. Class Temperature from +10°C to +32°C...
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• Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight and do not place it near any source of heat. If this cannot be avoided, install an insulation panel. • The appliance may stand alone or it may be placed ext to a cupboard or a wall. Consider the clearance required to fully open the door in order to allow pulling out the drawers and shelves (see installation diagram).
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CONNECTING THE APPLIANCE • Connect the appliance to the power mains using a connection cable. The wall outlet should be fi tted with a ground contact (safety socket). Nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the rating plate/label with basic information on the appliance. •...
CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING Tools required: socket wrench No. 8, Phillips screwdriver, torx 25, flat screwdriver The procedure to change the direction of door opening should be carried out by at least two persons. 1. Remove the upper hinge cover (A). 2.
OPERATING THE APPLIANCE WITH MECHANIC CONTROLS A Temperature setting and on/off knob B Lighting on/off key 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.
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ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE • To set the desired temperature, rotate the A dial in clockwise direction, i.e. to the right. • A change in the environment temperature will aff ect the temperature in the appliance. Adjust the setting with the A dial accordingly.
APPLIANCE WITH ELECTRONIC CONTROL A Temperature setting and on/off knob SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE ON/OFF To switch on: rotate the A dial clockwise. To switch off: rotate the A dial so that the arrow is aligned with the sign (caution: appliance will remain powered, i.e. there will still be electric current in the appliance).
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ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE • To set the desired temperature, rotate the A dial in clockwise direction, i.e. to the right. • Recommended setting of the A knob is on the eco position. • A change in the environment temperature will aff ect the temperature in the appliance. Adjust the setting with the A dial accordingly.
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FREEZER BOOST (SUPER FREEZE) FUNCTION (ONLY IN SOME MODELS) Use this setting after switching on the appliance for the first time, before cleaning, or 24 hours before inserting a large amount of food. Switching on the freezer boost (super freeze) function: Rotate the A dial to position After the end of the freezer boost cycle, rotate the A knob back to the desired...
APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT (* Equipment depends on the model) SHELF • For easier access to food and clarity, the shelves can be partly pulled out. • The shelves may be adjusted tu suit your preferences using the guides in the refrigerator interior.
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CRISPZONE – FRUIT AND VEGETABLE BIN WITH HUMIDITY CONTROL • The bin at the bottom of the refrigerator is intended for storing fruit and vegetables. It provides humidity and prevents the food from drying out. • Store the food in suitable packaging to prevent them from emitting or taking on odours. The bin has integrated humidity regulator which allows setting the humidity according to the amount of food stored.
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STORAGE BIN (MULTIBOX)* • MultiBox bin offers a convenient way for storing food with a strong or pungent smell, e.g. ripened or blue-vein cheese, sausages, onions, butter etc. • The silicone lid provides an air-tight seal that prevents the food from drying out and the odour to spread throughout the refrigerator compartment.
RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE Sections of the refrigerator: - upper part: canned food, bread, wine, pastry etc. - middle part: dairy products, ready-made meals, desserts, soft drinks, beer, cooked food, etc.
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 has a decisive impact on the quality of food storage. Observe the expiry dates for the food, specified on the packaging.
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FOOD STORAGE TIMES Recommended storage time in the refrigerator Type of food Time eggs, marinades, smoked meat up to 10 days cheese up to 10 days root vegetables up to 8 days butter up to 7 days deserts, fruit, ready-to-eat food, chunks of raw up to 2 days meat fish, raw minced meat, seafood...
FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN FOOD FREEZING PROCESS Maximum amount of fresh food that may be inserted at once is specified on the appliance rating plate. If the amount of food to be frozen exceeds the indicated amount, the quality of freezing will be inferior;...
STORAGE OF INDUSTRIALLY FROZEN FOOD • When storing and using frozen food, observe the manufacturer's instructions. Temperature and expiry date are indicated on the packaging. • Only choose food with undamaged packaging, stored in freezers at temperatures of -18°C or lower. •...
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: Cause or remedy: Appliance is connected • Make sure there is voltage in the power outlet and that to the power mains but it the appliance is switched on. does not work. Cooling system operates • Too high environment temperature. continuously for a long •...
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Problem: Cause or remedy: Door is difficult to open: • If you are trying to open the freezer door after just having closed it, this could be difficult to do. As you open the door, some cool air escapes from the appliance and it is replaced by warm air from the environment.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES THAT DO NOT AFFECT THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE APPLIANCE. Instructions for use of the appliance can also be found on our website at www.upo.fi...