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PKV155 Manual fridge with freezer compartment...
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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. The refrigerator-freezer is intended for use in households. The lower part is the refrigerator compartment intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0°C.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION APPLIANCES APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION 10 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION 12 CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING 15 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE 17 APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 21 RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE STORING AND 22 STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR FREEZING FOOD...
IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or metal 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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Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, let the appliance rest in a vertical position for approximately 2 hours. This will reduce the possibility of operation faults due to the effect of transport on the cooling system. The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in compliance with the effective standards and regulations.
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To protect the environment, take the obsolete appliance to an authorized home appliance collection center. Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without any hazard to the environment. Rating plate can be found in the appliance interior. 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.
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The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be treated as normal household waste. The product should be taken to an authorized collection center for waste electric and electronic equipment processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects on the environment and health of people which could occur in case of incorrect product removal.
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 compartment B Freezer compartment Control unit 2 Fan with air ionizer (+ on/off switch) 3 LED lighting of refrigerator interior 4 Pull-out glass shelf (heightadjustable) 5 Water discharge gutter / groove 6 CrispZone fruit and vegetables drawer with humidity control 7 Height-adjustable door bin 8 Bottle shelf...
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).
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) and the covering cap (G). 2.
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CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT DOOR OPENING 1. Undo the latch A and door hinge B of the low temperature compartment and remove the door C. 2. Rotate the door by 180°, mount them on the other side of the low temperature compartment, and attach the latch A and door hinge B to the other side of the cell.
OPERATING THE APPLIANCE 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 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.
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Switching the fan and ionizer on and off ON = OFF = When the fan and the ionizer are switched on, a red dot will be visible on the switch.
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.
STORING FOOD IN THE FRESHZONE DRAWER In the FreshZone compartment, food stays fresh longer than in a conventional refrigerator, retaining more flavour and nutrients. Decay and loss of mass are slowed down; therefore, fruit and vegetables remain fresh and natural longer. For optimum performance, the drawer should be fully closed.
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;...
IMPORTANT WARNINGS ON FREEZING FRESH FOOD Only freeze the food that is suitable for freezing in the freezer. Make sure the food you freeze is of high quality and fresh. Choose appropriate packaging and use the packaging correctly. Packaging should not be permeable to humidity; it should be airtight to prevent the food from drying out and loss of vitamins.
FROZEN FOOD STORAGE TIME Recommended storage time in the freezer Type of food Time fruit, beef from 10 to 12 months vegetables, veal, poultry from 8 to 10 months Venison from 6 to 8 months Pork from 4 to 6 months minced meat 4 months bread, pastry, ready-to-eat meals, lean...
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 •...
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.pelgrim.nl...