CONTENTS 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................26 1.1 General Safety Warnings .....................26 1.2 Installation warnings .....................30 1.3 During Usage........................30 2 DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE ............32 2.1 Dimensions ........................33 3 USING THE APPLIANCE ................34 3.1 Information on the Frost Free Technology ..............34 3.2 Display and Control Panel ....................34 3.3 Operating your Fridge Freezer ..................34 3.3.1 Temperature Set Button .....................34...
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 General Safety Warnings Read this user manual carefully. WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak due to damage of the cooler elements, move your fridge away from open flames or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.
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• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental 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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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. • Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems •...
1.2 Installation warnings • Do not cover the body or top of fridge freezer with lace. This will affect the Before using your fridge freezer for the first performance of your fridge freezer. time, please pay attention to the following •...
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Notes: • Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This may cause health issues such as food • Please read the instruction manual poisoning. carefully before installing and using your Old and Out-of-order Fridges appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE General notes: Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most APPLIANCE efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance, and shelves evenly distributed, position of door bins does not affect energy consumption.
3 USING THE APPLIANCE 3.2 Display and Control Panel 3.1 Information on the Frost Free Technology The Frost Free refrigerators have a different operating system to static refrigerators. Using the Control Panel In normal (static) fridges, the humidity 1. Temperature set button entering the fridge due to opening the 2.
3.3.3 Super Cooling Mode • In order to allow your fridge to reach the operating temperature after being When Would It Be Used? connected to mains, do not open the • To cooling huge quantities of food. doors frequently or place large quantities •...
3.5 Accessories humidity rate to be controlled, to increase the life of food within. Visual and text descriptions in the The dial, located behind the shelf, must be accessories section may vary according opened if any condensation is seen on the to the model of your appliance.
4 FOOD STORAGE 3.5.5 Maxi-fresh preserver Maxi Fresh Preserver technology helps to remove ethylene gas (a 4.1 Refrigerator Compartment bioproduct released naturally from fresh foods) and • To reduce humidity and avoid the consequent formation of frost, always unpleasant odors from the crisper.
products and clean any leakages on the Maximum How and where to Food shelves. storage time store • Do not put food in front of the air flow Bottled Until the passage. products expiry date On the designated e.g. milk recommended •...
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temperature and that the contents have • Food in liquid form should be frozen in deteriorated. plastic cups and other food should be frozen in plastic folios or bags. • The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, the thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transport the product from...
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The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major food groups in your freezer compartment. Maximum storage time Meat and fish Preparation (months) Steak Wrap in foil 6 - 8 Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8 Veal roast...
Maximum storage time Vegetables and Fruits Preparation (months) Strawberry and Wash and hull 8 - 12 Blackberry Cooked fruits Add 10 % of sugar to the container Plum, cherry, sourberry Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12 Maximum storage time Thawing time at room Thawing time in oven (months)
5.1 Defrosting 5.2 Replacing LED Lighting Depending on the model, one or two LED strip in the cooler is used to illuminate the interior of your appliance. To replace any of the LEDs, please contact the nearest Authorised Service Centre. Note: The numbers and location of the LED strips may change according to the model.
6 SHIPMENT AND REPOSITIONING 6.1 Transportation and Changing Positioning • The original packaging and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optional). • Fasten your appliance with thick packaging, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the packaging. •...
7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-SALES SERVICE Errors Your fridge will warn you if the temperatures for the cooler and freezer are at improper levels or if a problem occurs with the appliance. In case of a problem within the fridge, the alarm led will release red light.
8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY The doors are not opening or closing properly 1. Install the appliance in a cool, well- Check if: ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight • There is food or packaging preventing the and not near a heat source (such as a door from closing radiator or oven) otherwise an insulating •...
The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of component, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model. Visit our website to: www.blaupunkt-einbaugeraete.com EN - 46...
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