Beko BCFD473 User Instructions
Beko BCFD473 User Instructions

Beko BCFD473 User Instructions

Frost free combi built-in fridge / freezer

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Fridge / Freezer
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BCFD473
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  • Page 1 Frost Free Combi Built-In Fridge / Freezer User instructions BCFD473...
  • Page 3 Differences between models will be listed. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our Customer Service Team or find help and information online at www.beko.co.uk. Explanation of symbols used throughout this User Manual - The terminal in the plug is marked with the symbol.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction & safety warnings................2 Electrical requirements..................3 Transportation instructions.................4 Important installation instructions ..............5 Getting to know your fridge / freezer..............6 Suggested arrangement of food in the fridge / freezer........7 Temperature control and adjustment..............8 Starting........................9 Storing frozen food....................9 Freezing fresh food.....................9 Making ice cubes....................9 Defrosting......................10 Cleaning and care.....................11...
  • Page 5: Introduction & Safety Warnings

    Congratulations on your choice of a quality Appliance which has been designed to give you service for many years. WARNING! IMPORTANT! DO NOT connect your appliance to the electricity supply until all packing and transit protectors have been removed. • Leave to stand for at least 4 hours before switching on to allow compressor oil to settle if transported horizontally.
  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements

    Should the mains lead of the appliance become damaged or should it need replacing at any time, it must be replaced by a special purpose made mains lead which can only be obtained from a Beko Authorised Service Agent. WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED If the fitted moulded plug is not suitable for your socket, then the plug should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted.
  • Page 7: Transportation Instructions

    / moving the appliance, to avoid the mains cable becoming cut or damaged. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls. Beko plc declines to accept any liability should the instructions not be followed.
  • Page 8: Important Installation Instructions

    IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. The space in the room where the appliance is installed must not be smaller than 10 cubic metres. 2. See pages 14 to 15 for detailed instructions regarding reversing door opening direction. 3. This appliance has been designed to operate in ambient temperatures up to 38 degrees C (100 degrees F) and is equipped with Freezer Guard technology which ensures that even if the ambient temperature falls to -15°C, frozen food in the freezer does not thaw thanks to this.
  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Fridge / Freezer

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FROST FREE COMBI FRIDGE / FREEZER DOOR SHELVES TEMPERATURE SETTING KNOB INTERIOR LIGHT TR AY CABINET SHELVES BOTTLE SHELF DEFROST WATER COLLECTION CHANNEL SALAD CRISPER FREEZER FAN FAST FREEZE COMPARTMENT FROZEN FOOD STORAGE DRAWERS Figures in this user manual are schematic and may not match the product exactly.
  • Page 10: Suggested Arrangement Of Food In The Fridge/Freezer

    SUGGESTED ARRANGEMENT OF FOOD IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER Arrangement examples (see diagram) 1. Baked, chilled cooked food, dairy products, cans. 2. Meat, sausages, cold cuts. 3. Fresh fruit and vegetables. 4. Frozen food and freezing of fresh food. 5. Frozen food. 6.
  • Page 11: Temperature Control And Adjustment

    TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENT Operating temperatures are controlled by the thermostat knob (see diagram) located on the ceiling of fridge compartment. Settings may be made from MIN to MAX, MAX being the coldest position. When the appliance is switched on for the first time, the thermostat should be adjusted so that after 24 hours, the average fridge temperature is no higher than +5°C (+41°F).
  • Page 12: Starting

    STARTING Final Check Before you start using the fridge/freezer check that: 1. The interior is dry and air can circulate freely at the rear of the cabinet. 2. Clean the interior as recommended under "CLEANING AND CARE". 3. Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity supply. •...
  • Page 13: Defrosting

    DEFROSTING A) ) FRIDGE COMPARTMENT The fridge compartment defrosts automatically. The defrosting water runs to the drain tube via a collection container at the back of the appliance (1) (see diagram). During defrosting water droplets may form at the back of the fridge compartment where concealed evaporator is located. Some droplets may remain on the liner and refreeze when defrosting is completed.
  • Page 14: Cleaning And Care

    CLEANING AND CARE ** We recommend that you switch off the appliance at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug before cleaning. ** Never use any sharp abrasive instrument, soap, household cleaner, detergent and wax polish for cleaning. ** Use lukewarm water to clean the cabinet of the appliance and wipe it dry.
  • Page 15: Do's And Don'ts

    DO'S AND DON'TS Clean and defrost your appliance regularly (see "Defrosting"). Keep raw meat and poultry below cooked food and dairy products. Take off any unusable leaves on vegetables and wipe off any soil. Leave lettuce, cabbage, parsley and cauliflower on the stem. Wrap cheese firstly in greaseproof paper and then in a polythene bag excluding as much air as possible.
  • Page 16: Energy Saving Tips

    ENERGY SAVING TIPS 1- Ensure your appliance is installed in a well ventilated area. If the ambient temperature is low (but in no case lower than 10 degrees C), then the energy saving will be more. In this case, check temperatures of fridge and freezer compartments with an accurate thermometer and lower the thermostat setting (towards 1) if necessary.
  • Page 17: Reversing The Doors

    REVERSING THE DOORS Proceed in numerical order.
  • Page 18 Top door 1. Unscrew top hinge (1). 2. Carefully remove the top door (2). 3. Unscrew lower hinge (3). 4. Remove plastic plugs (7 & 8). 5. Refit top hinge (1) as lower hinge (16) on the left hand side. 6.
  • Page 19: Standard Manufacturer Guarantee Terms And Conditions

    Your new Beko product is guaranteed against faulty materials, defective components or manufacturing defects. The standard guarantee starts from the date of original purchase of the product, and lasts for a period of twelve (12) months unless Beko plc (the “Manufacturer”) agrees to extend the guarantee for the product in writing.
  • Page 20: Built-In Appliances Guarantee Terms And Conditions

    If you are resident in the Republic of Ireland, this guarantee will be governed by Irish law and the Irish courts will have exclusive jurisdiction. This guarantee is provided by Beko plc. Beko House, 1 Greenhill Crescent, Watford, Hertfordshire. WD18 8QU. Beko plc is registered in England and Wales with company registration number 02415578.
  • Page 21: Parts Guarantee Terms And Conditions

    American fridge freezers) guarantee is only effective after the expiration of the standard manufacturer’s guarantee. 2. It is only valid for certain models of Beko branded products serviced or repaired by Beko plc Authorised Service Representative and Own Engineers (the “Service Representative”) and does not cover any labour charge or any: a.
  • Page 22: How To Obtain Service For Your Appliance

    Send us a secure message through our online contact us form. Please visit our website, click Contact Us and choose a product support topic from the list of options. Complete the required details and click send message. Product registrations For UK registrations please visit beko.co.uk/register and for the Republic of Ireland visit beko.ie/register.
  • Page 24 Beko plc Beko House 1 Greenhill Crescent Watford, Hertfordshire WD18 8QU Tel: 0845 6004911 Fax: 0845 6004922 4578339749_AA e-mail: service@beko.co.uk website: www.beko.co.uk...

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