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CRI551 Integrated refrigerator with freezer Installation, use and maintenance www.cda.co.uk...
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Appliance information: Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee purposes. Appliance Model...
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This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical safety (LVD) and Electromagnetic interference compatibility (EMC). Parts intended to come into contact with food conform to 1935/2004/EC. This refrigeration appliance is intended for use as a built-in appliance. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU.
Important safety warnings • Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: 1. Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments 2.
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• When placing, moving, lifting the appliance, do not hold the door handles, do not pull the condenser at the rear part of the refrigerator and do not touch the compressor unit. • When transporting, moving or positioning the fridge-freezer do not tilt it by more than 40°...
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eyes, rinse them with clean water and call for medical assistance immediately. • If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. • This appliance is intended for food storage, do not use it for other purposes.
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• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. 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. •...
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• The list of spare parts and the ordering procedure are available on the websites of the manufacturer, importer or an authorized representative. • For more information about the product, please refer to the EU EPREL Product Database at https://eprel. ec.europa.eu. For more information, please use your mobile device to scan the QR code on the energy label or enter the product model listed on the energy label in the EPREL search engine https://eprel.ec.europa.
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Controls Light Temperature Adjusting the temperature Turn the dial on the control panel to adjust the temperature within the appliance: OFF/0/● position Appliance is off Setting 1 The highest temperature inside the appliance (warmer) Settings 2-4 Medium temperature inside the appliance Setting 5 The lowest temperature inside the appliance (cooler)
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Super freeze mode Turn the knob to the SF position to freeze fresh food quickly. In this position, the freezer compartment will operate at lower temperatures. After your food freezes, turn the thermostat knob to its normal use position. If you do not change the control position, your appliance work will automatically stop the super freeze mode after 48 hours, returning to its last used thermostat position If the thermostat switch is in the SF position when your appliance...
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occur, for instance during the storage of great quantities of fresh products in the fridge, or when the door is open for a longer period of time. This will not affect the condition of the stored foodstuff, and the temperature will quickly return to its set value. Storage The products should be placed on plates, in containers or packed in food wrap.
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Freezing food • Practically all the food products, except for vegetables consumed raw, such as lettuce can be frozen. • Only food products of the highest quality, divided into small portions for single use, should be frozen. • Products should be packed in materials that are odourless, resistant to air and moisture penetration, and not susceptible to fat.
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The storage time for frozen products Products Months depends on their quality before freezing Beef Veal when fresh, and on the storage temperature. Giblets The following storage periods are Pork recommended when the temperature of -18°C Poultry or lower is maintained Eggs Fish Vegetables...
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Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator chamber. • The coldest area is directly above the vegetables drawers. Use this area for all delicate and highly perishable food e.g.: - Fish, meat, poultry, sausage products, ready meals - Dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream - Fresh dough, cake mixtures...
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Understanding the stars Temperature is at least -6°C; sufficient to store frozen food for about a week. Drawers or compartments marked with one star used to be a feature of (mostly) cheaper fridges. Food can be stored at -12°C or below for 1-2 weeks without losing its taste.
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Climate range The information about the climate range of the appliance is provided on the rated plate. It indicates at which ambient temperature (that is, room temperature, in which the appliance is working) the operation of the appliance is optimal (proper). Climate class Allowable ambient temperature Extended...
Recommended storage Compartment Target Appropriate food type storage temp. Fridge +2≤+8 Eggs, cooked food, packaged food, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cakes, drinks and other foods are not suitable for freezing. Freezer ≤-18 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
Care and cleaning Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before any cleaning or maintenance. Never clean the product’s casing or plastic parts using solvents or strong, abrasive detergents (e.g. washing powders or creams)! Use mild liquid detergents and soft cloths only. Do not use sponges. External surfaces made of plastic should be cleaned with a microfiber cloth, otherwise irreversible micro scratches will appear.
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• The whole appliance, except for the door gasket must be cleaned with a mild cleaning detergent. The door gasket should be cleaned with water and wiped dry. • Wash all the accessories (vegetable containers, door shelves, glass shelves, etc.) Defrosting the freezer •...
Troubleshooting If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check the troubleshooting prior to calling CDA Customer Care, to prevent unnecessary service calls and potential cost. CDA Customer Care Phone: 01949 862 012 Email: customer.care@cda.co.uk Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the refrigerator, which do not affect its correct operation.
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Issue Possible cause Remedies The electric circuit is • Check whether the plug is properly appliance disrupted inserted into the socket does not • Check whether the power cable of work the appliance is not damaged • Check whether there is voltage in the socket, by plugging another appliance, e.g.
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Issue Possible cause Remedies Incorrect setting of the Reset the knob to a higher adjustment knob position The ambient temperature The appliance is adapted to is higher or lower than the operation in the climate range climate range from table with from table with technical technical specification specification...
Installation This refrigeration appliance is intended for use as a built-in appliance. Installation before using the appliance for the first time • Take the product out of the package, remove the scotch tape protecting the door and the equipment. Any remaining adhesive stains may be removed with a mild washing agent.
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WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built - in structure, clear of obstruction Minimum distances from the heat sources • from the electric gas and other ovens - 30 mm • from oil or coal fired ovens - 300 mm •...
Mains connection Prior to connection, it is recommended to set the temperature control knob to an “OFF” or other position that disconnects the appliance from the power supply (See page with the control description). • This appliance should be connected to AC 220-240V 50Hz supply socket.
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The Customer Care Department on or email co.uk For more information please contact: The Sales Department on 01949 862 010 or email sales@cda.co.uk Customer Care Department. The CDA Group Ltd, Harby Road, Langar, Nottinghamshire, NG13 9HY 01949 862 012 01949 862 003 customer.care@cda.co.uk...
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