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Refrigerator-freezer

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  • Page 1 Instructions for use Refrigerator-freezer...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    We thank you for the confi dence you have shown by purchasing our appliance. We wish you a lot of pleasure using the appliance. The refrigerator-freezer (hereinafter referred to as the appliance) consists of two parts: the upper part is the refrigerator compartment, and the lower part is the freezer compartment – freezer chest. The refrigerator compartment is intended for use in households, for storing fresh food at temperatures higher than 0°C.
  • Page 3: Important Warnings

    Important warnings • The appliance is manufactured in compliance with the effective safety standards. However, it 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.
  • Page 4 • If the appliance is not used for a longer period of time, switch it off with the relevant button and disconnect it from the power mains. Empty the appliance, defrost it, clean it, and leave the door ajar. • To protect the environment, dispose of the appliance after its useful life by taking it to an authorized waste collection center.
  • Page 5: A Few Tips On How To Save Power With Your Refrigerator-Freezer Combo

    A few tips on how to save power with your refrigerator-freezer combo • Observe the installation instructions. • Do not open the appliance door more frequently than necessary. • Occasionally check whether air can circulate freely behind the appliance. • Condenser unit mounted on the appliance back wall must be kept clean at all times (see section “Cleaning the appliance”).
  • Page 6: Appliance Description

    Appliance description A Refrigerator compartment 1 Control unit 2 Interior illumination lamp 3 Shelf (height adjustable) 4 Fruit and vegetables bin / drawer 5 Refrigerator door rack (deep and shallow version) 6 Bottle rack B Standard freezer (standard appliances) 7 Freezing drawer 8 Storage drawer 9 Storage drawer 10 Freezer door rack*...
  • Page 7 A Refrigerator compartment 1 Control unit 2 Interior illumination lamp 3 Shelf (height adjustable) 4 Fruit and vegetables bin / drawer 5 Refrigerator door rack (deep and shallow version) 6 Bottle rack B Standard freezer (standard appliances) 7 Freezing drawer 8 Storage drawer 9 Storage drawer 10 Freezer door rack*...
  • Page 8: Installation And Connection

    Installation and connection Selecting the room • The appliance should be installed in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance will operate correctly if the environment temperature is within the ranges listed in the table below. The appliance class is indicated on the label with the basic information on the appliance.
  • Page 9 • Handles are fi tted under the housing at the front side to make moving the appliance easier (only with some models). The appliance may stand freely or it can be placed next to a kitchen furniture element or a wall. Mind the space required to open the door and pull out the drawers and shelves (see installation diagram).
  • Page 10: Changing The Door Opening Direction

    Changing the door opening direction Version I Tools required: ring spanner (box-end wrench) No. 8, screwdriver, torx25, fl athead screwdriver 1. Use a fl athead screwdriver to remove the hole plugs/covers A and B1. 2. Unscrew and remove – one by one, in the specifi ed order from top to bottom – the hinges (C, D, and E1) and the door (F, G).
  • Page 11 Version II Required tools: socket spanner nr. 8, screwdriver, torx 25. Caution! After unscrewing of before fi xing hinges, hold the door to prevent it from falling and damaging. 1. Remove upper hinge cover (save it for eventual later use), remove also the cover on the opposite side of the upper hinge cover (on the opposite side you will insert the attached cover during the assembly), and remove the cover on the opposite...
  • Page 12: Operating The Appliance With Electronic Controls

    Operating the appliance with electronic controls CONTROL UNIT I A Temperature setting knob, turn on/off, and SF/SUPER...
  • Page 13 CONTROL UNIT II A Temperature setting and on/off button B Signal light: on when the appliance is in operation C Refrigerator sound alarm acknowledgement button D Signal light: fl ashes if refrigerator temperature is too high E Freezer boost button F Signal light: on when freezer boost function is activated G Digital refrigerator temperature display displays actual temperature in the appliance in the range from +1°C to +9°C*...
  • Page 14 Switching the appliance To switch on the appliance, rotate the A dial towards the max on / off position. Signal light B will light up (only with some models). The appliance is switched off when the position of the recess on the dial is aligned with the sign (there is still voltage in the appliance).
  • Page 15 • If your appliance is fi tted with a digital display, it will fl ash while changes are made to the temperature setting and the currently set temperature will be indicated. When the fl ashing stops, the setting is saved and automatically stored. When the appliance is switched on for the fi...
  • Page 16 High refrigerator If the temperature is too high, acoustic alarm will be activated temperature alarm (intermittent beep) and the D signal light will fl ash. In models with a display unit, temperature display (+9°C) will fl ash as well. The alarm will be switched off automatically as soon as the temperature in the fridge drops to a level that no longer presents spoilage hazard.
  • Page 17 CONTROL UNIT III Appliance with a valve and temperature display A Refrigerator / freezer compartment selector switch B Signal light: on when the appliance is in operation C Freezer sound alarm acknowledgement key D Signal light: fl ashes if freezer temperature is too high E On/off and temperature control key F Signal light: on when freezer boost function is activated G Digital temperature display: displays actual temperature from +1 °C to +9°C for the...
  • Page 18 Switching the appliance Switching the appliance on/off on/off and setting the Use the A switch to choose the freezer compartment. Then, temperature press and hold (for three seconds) the E key to switch on the appliance. Both the refrigerator and the freezer compartment will be switched on.
  • Page 19 High freezer temperature If the temperature inside the refrigerator is too high, an acoustic alarm alarm will be activated (intermittent beep) and the signal light D will fl ash. • Deactivate the alarm by pressing the C key. Signal light D will go off when the freezer temperature drops to a level that no longer presents food spoilage hazard.
  • Page 20: Operating The Mechanically Controlled Appliance

    Operating the mechanically controlled appliance CONTROL UNIT IV Appliance with Dual Compressor System A Temperature setting and on/off knob for the freezer compartment B Temperature setting and on/off knob for the refrigerator compartment C Lighting on/off key D Red LED: excessive temperature warning...
  • Page 21 Turning the appliance Turning on the freezer: rotate the thermostat knob A in on/off clockwise direction towards the Max position. Turning off: rotate the A knob back until the arrow is aligned with the symbol (the appliance is still powered). Turning on the refrigerator: rotate the thermostat knob B in clockwise direction towards the Max position.
  • Page 22 CONTROL UNIT V Appliance with a single compressor, without a fan A Temperature setting and on/off knob B Illumination on/off button...
  • Page 23 Appliance with a single compressor, with a fan A Temperature setting and on/off knob B Illumination on/off button...
  • Page 24 Turning the appliance Turn on: rotate the thermostat knob A in clockwise direction on/off towards the Max position. Turn off: rotate the thermostat knob A back into a position where the arrow is pointing at the symbol (in this case, the appliance is still powered).
  • Page 25 • The fan contributes to more equal distribution of temperature (only with some models) and faster cooling, as well as reduces formation of dew on the shelves. It only operates when the compressor is activated. • Turning on the fan is recommended as an additional function in the following cases: - increased temperature in the room (over 30°C), - increased humidity (during the summer),...
  • Page 26: Recommended Food Arrangement In The Appliance

    Recommended food arrangement in the appliance Recommended food Refrigerator compartment areas: arrangement in the - upper area: canned / preserved food, bread, wine, pastry, etc. appliance - medium area: dairy products, ready-to-eat meals, deserts, juices, beer, cooked food, etc. - lower area: meat, meat produce, delicatessen, etc. - vegetable drawer / bin: fresh fruit, vegetables, salads, root vegetables, potatoes, onions, garlic, tomatoes, tropical fruit, sauerkraut, turnips, etc.
  • Page 27: Storing Food In The Refrigerator

    Storing food in the refrigerator Important warnings on Appropriate use of the appliance, appropriate food food storage packaging, maintaining the appropriate temperature and observing the hygienic guidelines will affect decisively the quality of food storage. Observe the best before dates indicated on the product packaging.
  • Page 28: Storage Of Food In The Freshzone

    • Interior side of the refrigerator door is fi tted with racks and bins intended for storing cheese, butter, eggs, yoghurt, and other smaller packages, tubes, cans, etc. The lower part of the door is fi tted with a bottle rack. •...
  • Page 29: Freezing Fresh Food And Storing Frozen Food

    Freezing fresh food and storing frozen food Freezing procedure Maximum quantity of fresh food that can be introduced into the appliance at a time is indicated on the label with basic information on the appliance. If this quantity is exceeded, freezing quality will deteriorate, as will the quality of the already frozen food.
  • Page 30 Important warnings on The freezer should only be used for freezing food that freezing fresh food is appropriate for freezing. The food should always be fresh and of adequate quality. Choose an appropriate packaging for the food and package it correctly. The packaging should be airtight and watertight to prevent loss of humidity or vitamins from the food.
  • Page 31: Defrosting The Appliance

    Defrosting the appliance Automatic refrigerator The refrigerator does not require defrosting, as ice accumulated defrosting on the back wall of the refrigerator compartment interior is melted automatically. The accumulated ice is thawed when the compressor is not operating. The drops will drip through the opening in the refrigerator back wall into a container above the compressor, from where they will evaporate.
  • Page 32: Cleaning The Appliance

    Cleaning the appliance Before cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the power mains – rotate the thermostat knobs A (and B) to position and unplug the power cord. • Use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces. Cleaners containing abrasive particles, acids, or solvents, are not appropriate as they will damage the surface.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem: Cause or remedy: After connecting to the power • Make sure the wall outlet is powered and that the appliance mains, the appliance does not is plugged in. operate: Cooling system has been • Too high environment temperature. working continuously for a long •...
  • Page 34 Problem: Cause or remedy: Replacing the bulb: • Before replacing the bulb, disconnect the appliance from the power mains (unplug the power cord from the wall outlet / socket). Remove the cover using a screwdriver, replace the bulb with a new one (E14, same power rating as the one provided by the manufacturer) and replace the cover.
  • Page 35: Information On Appliance Noise

    Information on appliance noise Cooling in the refrigerators-freezers is enabled by a cooling system with a compressor (with some appliances also a fan), which emits a certain level of noise during operation. The level of noise depends on installation, proper use, and appliance age. •...
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