Contents Safety Warnings ........................... 4 Unpacking ............................ 6 Installation ........................... 7 Location ..................................7 Levelling the Unit ..............................7 Free Space Requirements ........................... 7 Reversing the Door Swing ........................... 8 Cleaning Before Use ............................11 Before Using Your Unit ............................11 Product Overview ........................12 Operation ...........................
Safety Warnings For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the safety precautions listed below. • Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference. • Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.
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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.
Thank you for purchasing your new Currys Essentials Fridge Freezer. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference.
Installation INSTALLATION Location When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 16°C and 38°C. Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption.
INSTALLATION Reversing the Door Swing Tools required: Philips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner • Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty. • To take the door off it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit on something solid, e.g.
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INSTALLATION 5. Unscrew both levelling feet and remove the bottom hinge bracket and bolts. 6. Unscrew the bottom hinge pin from the bottom bracket. Securely re-fit the pin onto the opposite side of the bottom hinge bracket. 7. Remove the screw cap from the bottom section of the refrigerator and transfer them to the left side of the lower door.
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INSTALLATION 10. Reverse the middle hinge 180° and re-attach the hinge and flange screws to the opposite side of the unit. Ensure that the middle hinge lower pin is properly positioned in the top bushing (hole) of the lower door. Tighten the middle hinge and flange screws.
INSTALLATION Cleaning Before Use Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves, drawers and salad bin. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth. If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
Product Overview Fridge Door Thermostat and Bulb Glass Shelves Balconies Salad Bin Cover Salad Bin Freezer Drawers Freezer Door Levelling Feet Egg Tray Ice Tray...
Operation Switching On Your Unit 1. Connect the mains cable to the mains socket. The internal temperature of your unit is controlled by a thermostat. There are seven settings, of which position 7 is the coldest and position 0 turns the unit off.
Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit • Cooked meats/fishes should always be stored on a shelf above raw meats/fishes to avoid bacterial transfer. Keep raw meats/fishes in a container which is large enough to collect juices and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest shelf. •...
Defrosting Frozen Food 1. Take the frozen food out from the unit and uncover the frozen food. Let it defrost at room temperature. Don’t forget that defrosting in a warm area encourages the growth of bacteria and low temperature cooking may not destroy dangerous bacteria. 2.
Cleaning Defrosting Frost might build up in the freezer compartment after it has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper (not included). Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use any electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
Maintenance Changing the Internal Light 1. Before carrying out the bulb replacement always adjust the thermostat control dial to Position 0, then disconnect the mains supply. 2. Use a flat bladed screwdriver to gently pry the translucent light cover away. 3.
Specifications Model C50BW12 / C50BS14 Appliance Category Category 7 (Refrigerator – Freezer) Unit Dimensions (W x D x H) 495 x 569 x 1438 mm Fresh Food Storage Compartment 112L Volume Frozen Food Storage Volume Defrosting Type Manual Defrosting Climate Class N/ST This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature between 16°C and 38°C.
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