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DETAILED
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
OF UPRIGHT
REFRIGERATOR AND
FREEZER
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We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing
our appliance which is designed to simplify your life. To make the use of the
product easier, we have supplied detailed instructions for use, and installation
instructions supplied on a separate sheet. The instructions should allow you to
learn about your new appliance as quickly as possible.
We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use.
The appliance is intended solely for household use.
The refrigerator is intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0°C.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh food and for long-term storage of
frozen food (up to one year, depending on the type of food).
Please visit our website where you can enter your appliance model number,
indicated on the rating plate or the warranty sheet, to find detailed description
of your appliance, tips on use, troubleshooting, service information, instructions
for use etc.
http://www.gorenje.com
Important safety warning
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
APPLIANCE
DESCRIPTION
DEFROSTING
AND CLEANING
THE APPLIANCE
4 IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS
4 SAFETY AND WARNING INFORMATION
11 INSTALLING YOUR NEW APPLIANCE
21 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
22 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
24 USING YOUR APPLIANCE
28 HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS
30 CLEANING AND CARE
32 TROUBLESHOOTING
34 DISPOSAL OF THE APPLIANCE
MISCELLANEOUS
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IMPORTANT NOTES AND
PRECAUTIONS
For your safety and correct usage, before installing and
first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully,
including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary
mistakes and accidents, it is important to make sure that all
people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its
operation and safety features. Save these instructions and
be sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved
or sold, so that anyone using it throughout its life, will be
properly informed on its usage and safety notices.
For the safety of life and property, keep the precautions of
these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not
responsible for damages caused by omission.
Safety for children and others who are vulnerable people
According to EN standard
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. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and
unload refrigerating appliances.
SAFETY AND WARNING
INFORMATION
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According to IEC standard
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Keep all packaging away from children as there is risk of
suffocation.
• If you are discarding the appliance, pull the plug out of
the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the
appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent
children playing from suffering an electric shock or from
closing themselves inside it. I
• f this appliance, featuring a magnetic door seals, is to
replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on
the door or lid, be sure to make the spring lock unusable
before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it
from becoming a death trap for a child.
General safety
• WARNING —This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as
-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
-farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;
-bed and breakfast type environments;
-catering and similar non-retail applications.
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• WARNING — Do not store explosive substances such
as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this
appliance.
• WARNING — If the supply cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• 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.
• WARNING — Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• WARNING — Do not use electrical appliances inside the
food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they
are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING — The refrigerant and insulation blowing
gas are flammable. When disposing of the appliance,
do so only at an authorized waste disposal centre. Do
not expose to flame. WARNING —When positioning
the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or
damaged.
• WARNING —Do not locate multiple portable socket-
outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the
appliance.
Replacing the LED
• WARNING—The LED light must not be replaced by the
user! If the LED light is damaged, contact the customer
helpline for assistance.
Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within the
refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high
level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless
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flammable. During transportation and installation of the
appliance, ensure that none of the components of the
refrigerant circuit becomes damaged.
The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable.
• WARNING — Refrigerators contain refrigerant andgases
in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed
of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or
ignition. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is
not damage prior to proper disposal.
WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable materials.
If the refrigerant circuit should be damaged:
• Avoid opening flames and sources of ignition.
• Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is
situated.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this
product in any way.
Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire, and/
or electric shock.
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Electrical safety
• The power cord must not be lengthened.
• Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or
damaged. A crushed or damaged power plug may
overheat and cause a fire.
• Make sure that you can access the main plug of the
appliance.
• Do not pull the main cable.
• If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power
plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
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• You must not operate the appliance without the interior
lighting lamp cover.
• The fridge is only applied with power supply of single
phase alternating current of 220~240V/50Hz. If
fluctuation of voltage in the district of user is so large
that the voltage exceeds the above scope, for safety
sake, be sure to apply A.C. Automatic voltage regulator
of more than 350W to the fridge. The fridge must
employ a special power socket instead of common one
with other electric appliances. Its plug must match the
socket with ground wire.
Daily use
• Do not store flammable gass or liquids in the appliance,
There is a risk of an explosion.
• Do not operate any electrical appliances in the appliance
(e.g.electric ice cream makers,mixers etc.).
• When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains
socket,do not pull on the cable.
• Do not place hot items near the plastic components of
this appliance.
• Do not place food products directly against the air outlet
on the rear wall.
• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the
frozen food manufacture’s instructions.
• The appliances manufactures storage recommendations
should be strictly adhered to.Refer to relrelevant
instructions for storage.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the
freeze compartment as it creates pressure on the
container,which may cause it to explode,resulting in
damage to the appliance.
• Frozen food can cause frost burns if consumed straight
from the freezer compartment.
• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.
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• Keep buring candles,lamps and other items with naked
flames away from the appliance so that do not set the
appliance on fire.
• The appliance is intended for keeping food stuff and/
or beverages in normal household as explained in this
instruction booklet The appliance is heavy.Care should
be taken when moving it.
• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer
compartment if your hands are damp/wet,as this could
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Never use the base,drawers, doors etc. to stand on or as
supports.
• Frozen food must not be refrozen once it has been
thawed out.
• Do not consume ice popsicles or ice cubes straight from
the freezer as this can cause freezer burn to the mouth
and lips.
• To avoid items falling and causing injury or damage to
the appliance, do not overload the door racks or put too
much food in the crisper drawers.
• WARNING - Food needs to be packed into bags before
it is put into the refrigerator. Liquids need to be stored in
bottles or capped containers in order to avoid a spill, as
the design structure of the product is not easy to clean.
caution!
Care and cleaning
• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects, steam
cleaner, ethereal oils, organic solvents or abrasive
cleansers.
• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the
appliance. Use a plastic scraper.
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Installation Important!
• For electrical connection carefully, follow the instructions
given in this manual.
• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on
it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report
possible damages immediately to the place you bought
it. In this case retain packing.
• It is advisable to wait at least four hours before
connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in
the compressor.
• Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance,
lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient
ventilation, follow the instructions relevant to installation.
Wherever possible the back of the product should not be
too close to a wall to avoid touching or catching warm
parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent the risk of a
fire, follow the instructions relevant to installation.
• The appliance must not be locate close to radiators or
cookers.
• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the
installation of the appliance
Service
• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the
appliance should be carried out by qualified electrician or
competent person.
• This product must be serviced by an authorized Service
Center, and only genuine spare parts must be used.
1) If the appliance is Frost Free.
2) If the appliance contains freezer compartment.
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INSTALLING YOUR NEW
APPLIANCE
• Before using the appliance for the first time, you should review the following tips.
Warning!
For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of
hard material that is the same height as the rest of the flooring. This surface
should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. The rollers,
which are not castors, should be only used for forward or backward movement.
Moving the refrigerator sideways may damage your floor and the rollers.
Ventilation of appliance
In order to improve eciency of the cooling system and save energy, it is
necessary to maintain good ventilation around the appliance for the dissipation
of heat. For this reason, sucient clear space should be available around the
refrigerator.
Suggest: It is advisable for there to be 50-70 mm of space form the back to the
wall, at least 100 mm from its top, at least 100 mm form its side to the
wall and a clear space upfront to allow the doors to open 130 °.
Please see the following diagrams
704mm
100mm
100mm
686mm
1339mm
1154.5mm
130°
100mm
100mm
100mm
50-70mm
1850mm
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Note:
• This appliance performs well in the climate class from N to T.It may not work
properly if being left at a temperature above or below the indicated range for
a long period.
Class Temperature
N from +16 °C to +32 °C
ST from +16 °C to +38 °C
T from +16 °C to +43 °C
• Stand you appliance in a dry place to avoid damage moisure.
• Keep the appliance out of direct sunlight, rain or frost. Stand the appliance
away from heat sources such as stoves, fires or heaters.
Leveling of appliance
• For sucient leveling and air circulating in the lower rear section of the
appliance, the bottom feet may need to be adjusted, You can adjust them by
your fingers or a suitable spanner.
• To allow the doors to self-close, tilt the top backwards by 10-15mm.
Note:
• If required you may lay the refrigerator on its back in order to gain access to
the base, you should rest it on soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid
damaging the backboard of the refrigerator.
• There is no need to install these accessories under normal usage. Only under
the extreme circumstances, that is opening the door about 90 degree, this
refrigerator may take risk of tipping. Then rubber supporting pad should be
fastened to the lower base cover to steady this appliance.
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1. Tilt appliance to find screw hole on the left of lower base cover.
2. Put screw into the hole of rubber supporting pad.
3. Make screw in alignment with the hole on lower base cover. Fasten rubber
supporting pad to the base cover firmly by a cross screwdriver (self-provided).
screw
rubber supporting pad
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Reversing the door
The side at which the door opens can be changed, from the right side (as
supplied) to the left side, if required.
Warning! When reversing the door, the appliance must not be connected to the
mains. Ensure that the plug is removed from the mains socket.
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Tools you will need
Note: If required you may lay the refrigerator on its back in order to gain access
to the base, you should rest it on soft foam packaging or similar material to
avoid damaging the backboard of the refrigerator. To reverse the door, the
following steps are generally recommended.
1. Stand the refrigerator upright. Open the door to take out all door racks(to
avoid damage) and then close the door.
Not provided
8mm socket wrench Cross-shaped screwdriver Pliers
Monkey wrench 8mm wrench
Left middle hinge
Left upper hinge Left upper hinge cover Left door stopper
Additional parts (in the plastic bag)
Thin-blade screwdriver
Stopper block Allen wrench
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Caution! Please slightly squeeze the door rack from two sides toward centre
and inside of door rack,and then move it upward when taking out.
2. Remove right upper hinge cover (1) on top of the cabinet. Remove the 3
screws (2) which are used for fixing the right upper hinge part (see the picture
below) and take down the upper hinge parts (3)
Caution! Please hold the upper door in place during step 2 to prevent the door
dropping.
3. Remove screw cover from the leftfront corner of cabinet with thin-blade
screwdriver and install it to the right-front corner.
4. Remove the upper door from the middle hinge by carefully lifting the door
straight up.
hinge cover
self-tapping screw
upper hinge parts
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5. Place the upper door on a smooth surface with its panel upwards. Loose
screw (3) and take down part (2) and part (1) , Install replacement door
stopper-left (4) and stop block (5) provided (in the plastic bag) to the left side
with screw (3). Keep part (1) and (2) with the appliance for future reference.
6. Loosen screws that are used to fix the middle hinge and remove middle hinge.
Then remove the lower door.
1 Door stopper
2 Stop block
3 Self-tapping screw
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7. Place the lower door on a smooth surface with its panel upwards. Loose screw
(3) and take down part (2) and part (1) , Install replacement door stopper-left
(4) and stop block (5) provided (in the plastic bag) to the left side with screw
(3). Keep part (1) with the appliance for future reference.
8. Change screw hole covers and screw on middle cover plate from left to right
(as shown in figure below).
9. Tip the refrigerator back wards, remove part (2) and then remove screws (3).
1 Door stopper
2 Stop block
3 Self-tapping screw
1 Lower hinge part (right
2 Adjustable bottom feet part
3 Self-tapping screw
4 Adjustable bottom feet part
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10.Remove part (4) from the lower hinge pin, loose out the lower hinge pin,
change it to the reverse hole site, and then tighten into position, then install
part (4) on the lower hinge pin.
11.Replace the items remount in step 10, change part (1) to left and then fix them
with screws (3). Finally install part (2).
12.Stand the refrigerator upright and carefully slot the lower door onto the
bottom hinge pin and hold in position. Take out the left middle hinge from
the plastic bag, adjust the middle hinge to the appropriate position and then
install it ensuring the lower door in secured in place.
13.Carefully slot the upper door onto the middle hinge pin and hold in position.
Move the upper door to an appropriate position. Take out the left upper hinge
from the plastic bag, then fit the left upper hinge pin into the left hinge hole at
the top of the door to secure the door in place. Adjust upper hinge and upper
door, then fix the upper hinge part with screws. Keep the right upper hinge
with the appliance for future reference.
Lower hinge part
(left)
Change to left middle
hinge in the plastic bag.
Keep right middle hinge
for future use.
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(Please carefully hold upper door by hand when installing)
14.Assemble the hinge cover-left provided (in the plastic bag) to match the
hinge, install the door racks to original position. Keep the hinge cover-right
with the appliance for future reference.
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APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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15
16
17
18
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1. Freezer wind channel
2. Freezer shelf
3. Freezer temp control
4. Twist Ice tray (inside)
5. Fridge temp control
6. Fridge shelf
7. Fridge wind channel
8. Crisper cover
9. Crisper
10. Adjustable bottom feet
11. Freezer door gasket
12. Freezer door
13. Freezer door rack
14. Fridge door gasket
15. Upper door rack
16. Door switch
17. Small door rack
18 Lower door rack
19. Fridge door
Note:
• Due to unceasing modification of our products, your refrigerator may be
slightly dierent from this instruction manual, but its functions and using
methods remain the same.
• To get the best energy eciency of this product, please place all shelves,
drawers and baskets on their original position as the illustration above.
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OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
Use your appliance according to the following regulations, your appliance has
the corresponding functions as the control panels showed in the pictures below
Temperature regulator in refrigerator chamber
• Insucient refrigeration in chamber.
Set the temperature controller at 7.
• Using the refrigerator in normal. Set
the temperature controller at 4.
Important!
High ambient temperatures (e.g. on hot summer days) and a colder setting on
the temperature regulator can cause the compressor to run continuously or even
non-stop!
So we do not advise the user set the temperature control knob at 7.
Reason: when the ambient temperatures high, the compressor must run
continuously to maintain the low temperature in the appliance
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Temperature regulator in freezer chamber
• In case of more frozen food needed
or ice making in chamber, please set
the temperature control knob at
position.
Important!
So we do not advise the user set the temperature control knob at or
in normal. When you turn the knob to which can lead to the better energy
eciency. Otherwise, it would result higher energy consumption.
Important!
Don't place too much food directly against the air outlet of the temperature
sensor part in Wind channel cover of the refrigerator compartment, as it aects
that the appliance can't operate correctly.
The temperature regulator allows you to regulate the temperature inside the
Freezer.
temperature
sensor part
• In case of using the refrigerator usual condition. Please set the temperature
regulator at the middle position.
• In case of less frozen food needed in chamber, please set the temperature
controller at position.
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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
Your appliance has the accessories as the Description of the appliance showed
in general, with this part instruction you can have the right way to use them. We
recommend that you read through them carefully before using the appliance
Door rack
• It is suitable for the storage of eggs, canned liquid, bottled drinks and packed
food, etc. Do not place too many heavy things in the racks.
• Small rack on lower door can be placed at dierent heights according to
your requirements. Please take food out of the shelf before lifting vertically to
reposition.
Shelf in Refrigerator chamber
1. There are shelves in refrigerator chamber, and they can be taken out to be
cleaned.
2. The crisper is suitable for storage of vegetables and fruit, etc.
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Crisper and Humidity control
• The fruit and vegetable drawer is placed on the inner bladder for storing
vegetables and fruits. You can adjust the humidity in the fruit and vegetable
drawer with the humidity adjusting slider on the lid of the fruit and vegetable
drawer.
• The sliding block on crisper cover can slide to left or right and the air hole
become more or less relatively. More air hole opening means less humidity and
less means more humidity.
• We recommend that you store vegetables with more humidity and fruits less
humidity.
Freezer chamber
The freezer chamber is suitable for storage of foods required to be frozen, such
as meat, ice.
Caution! Do not close refrigerator door when installing deep bracket, It may
damage the unit. Ensure that drink bottles are not left in the freezer for a longer
time than needed as freezing liquid may cause the bottle to break.
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.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is
not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food,
storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of
fresh food.
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Order Compartments
TYPE
Target storage
temp.[°C]
Appropriate food
1 Fridge +2 ≤ +8 Eggs, cooked food, packaged
food, fruits and vegetables, dairy
products, cakes, Drinks and other
foods which are not suitable for
freezing.
2 (***)* –
Freezer
≤ –18 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish),
freshwater aquatic products and
meat products (recommended
time is 3 months – nutrition values
and taste decrease with time),
suitable for frozen fresh food.
3 *** –
Freezer
≤ –18 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish),
freshwater aquatic products and
meat products (recommended
time is 3 months – nutrition values
and taste decrease with time). Not
suitable for freeing fresh food.
4 ** –
Freezer
≤ –12 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish),
freshwater aquatic products and
meat products (recommended
time is 2 months – nutrition values
and taste decrease with time). Not
suitable for freeing fresh food.
5 * –
Freezer
≤ –6 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish),
freshwater aquatic products and
meat products (recommended
time is 1 month – nutrition values
and taste decrease with time). Not
suitable for freeing fresh food.
6 0 star –6 ≤ 0 Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken,
some packaged processed foods,
etc. (Recommended to eat within
the same day, preferably not later
than 3 days) .
Partially packed/wrapped up
encapsulated processed foods
(non-freezable foods)
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7 Chill –2 ≤ +3 Fresh/frozen pork, beef, chicken,
freshwater aquatic products, etc.
(7 days below 0 °C and above 0 °C
is recommended for consumption
within that day, preferably no more
than 2 days). Seafood (less than 0
for 15 days, it is not recommended
to store above 0 °C)
8 Fresh Food 0 ≤ +4 Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken,
cooked food, etc. (Recommended
to eat within the same day,
preferably no more than 3 days)
9 Wine +5 ≤ +20 Red wine,white wine,sparkling
wine etc.
Note: please store different foods according to the compartments or target
storage temperature of your purchased products.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch o, defrost,
clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the
appliance.
Water dispenser cleaning (special for water dispenser products):
• Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flush the water system.
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HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS
Energy saving tips
We recommend that you follow the tips below to save energy.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods.
• Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat (Direct sunlight, electric
oven or cooker etc.)
• Don`t set the temperature colder than necessary.
• Don`t store warm food or evaporating liguid in the appliance.
• Place the appliance in a well ventilated, humidity free room. Please refer to
Instaling your new appliance chapter
• If the diagram shows the correct combination for the drawers, crisper and
shelves, do not adjust the combination as this designed to be the most energy
ecient configuration.
Hints for refrigeration
• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator or freezer, the internal
temperature will increase resulting in the compressor having to work harder
and will consume more energy.
• Do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavor.
• Place food properly so that air can circulate freely around it.
• Meat (All Types) Wrap in polythene food: wrap and place on the glass shelf
above the vegetable drawer. Always follow food storage times and use by
dates suggested by manufacturers.
• Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.: They should be covered and may be placed on
any shelf.
• Fruit and vegetables: They should be stored in the special drawer provided.
• Butter and cheese: Should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic film wrap.
• Milk bottles: Should have a lid and be stored in the door racks.
• It is recomended to label and date each froozen package in order to keep
track of the storage times.
Hints for freezing
• When first starting-up or after a period out of use, let the appliance run at
least 2 hours on the higher settings before putting food in the compartment.
• Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen
and to make it possible to subsequently thaw only the quantity required.
• Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or polyethylene food wraps which are
airtight,
• Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch the food which is already frozen to
avoid temperature rise of the latter.
• Iced products, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer
compartment, will probably cause frost burns to the skin.
• It is recommended to label and date each frozen package in order to keep
track of the storage time.
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Hints for the storage of frozen food
• Ensure that frozen food has been stored correctly by the food retailer.
• Once defrosted, food will deteriorate rapidly and should not be re-frozen. Do
not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer.
Switching o your appliance
If the appliance needs to be switched o for an extended period, the following
steps should be taken to prevent mould on the appliance.
1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the mains socket.
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly to allow air to circulate.
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CLEANING AND CARE
For hygienic reasons the appliance (including exterior and interior accessories)
should be cleaned regularly (at least every two months).
Warning!
The appliance must not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of
electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance o and remove the plug
from the mains socket.
Exterior cleaning
To maintain good appearance of your appliance, you should clean it regularly.
• Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft cloth.
• Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying directly on the surface
of the appliance. This helps ensure an even distribution of moisture to the
surface.
• Clean the doors, handles and cabinet surfaces with a mild detergent and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
Warning!
• Do not use sharp objects as they are likely to scratch the surface.
• Do not use Thinner, Car detergent, Clorox, ethereal oil, abrasive cleansers or
organic solvent such as Benzene for cleaning. They may damage the surface
of the appliance and may cause fire.
Interior cleaning
You should clean the appliance interior regularly. It will be easier to clean
when food stocks are low. You can remove the drawers and shelves for a
more thorough clean. Wipe the inside of the freezer with a weak solution
of bicarbonate of soda, and then rinse with warm water using a wrung-out
sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and baskets.
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Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts before putting them back into
place.
Although this appliance automatically defrosts, a layer of frost may occur on the
freezer compartment’s interior walls if the freezer door is opened frequently or
kept open too long. If the frost is too thick, choose a time when the freezer is
nearly empty and proceed as follow:
1. Remove existing food and accessories baskets, unplug the appliance from
the mains power and leave the doors open. Ventilate the room thoroughly to
accelerate the process.
2. When defrosting is completed, clean your freezer as described above.
Caution! Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the freezer
compartment. Only after the interior is completely dry should the appliance be
switched back on and plugged back into the mains socket.
Door seals cleaning
Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drinks can cause seals to
stick to the cabinet and tear when you open the door. Wash the seals with a mild
detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry them thoroughly after cleaning.
Warning! Only after the door seals are completely dry should the appliance be
powered on.
Replacing the LED light
Warning: The LED light should be replaced by a competent person. If the LED
light is damaged, contact the customer helpline for assistance. To replace the
LED light, the below steps can be followed:
1. Unplug your appliance.
2. Remove light cover by pushing up and out.
3. Hold the LED cover with one hand and pull it with the other hand while
pressing the connector latch.
4. Replace LED light and snap it correctly in place.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem: Possible cause & Solution
Appliance is not
working correctly
• Check whether the power cord is plugged into the
power outlet properly.
• Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply,
replace if necessary.
• It is normal that the freezer is not operating during
the automatic defrost cycle, or for a short time
after the appliance is switched on to protect the
compressor.
Odours from the
compartments
• The interior may need to be cleaned.
• Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours.
Noise from the
appliance
The sounds below are quite normal:
• Compressor running noises.
• Air movement noise from the small fan motor in
the freezer compartment or other compartments.
• Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.
• Popping noise during automatic defrosting.
• Clicking noise before the compressor starts.
Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below
and may need you to check and take action:
• The cabinet is not level.
• The back of appliance touches the wall.
• Bottles or containers knocking against each other.
If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the
appliance is not functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks
before calling for service, please see below. You can carry out some easy
checks according to this section before calling for service.
Warning! Don't try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after
you have made the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician,
authorized service engineer or the shop where you purchased the product.
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Problem: Possible cause & Solution
The motor runs
continuously
It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the
motor, it will need to run more during following
circumstances:
• Temperature setting is set colder than necessary.
• Large quantity of warm food has recently been
stored within the appliance.
• The temperature outside the appliance is too high.
• Doors are kept open too long or too often.
• After your installing the appliance or it has been
switched off for a long time.
A layer of frost
occurs in the
compartment
• Check that the air outlets are not blocked by food
and ensure food is placed within the appliance to
allow sufficient ventilation. Ensure the door can be
fully closed. To remove the frost, please refer to
the cleaning and care chapter..
Temperature
inside is too warm
• You may have left the doors open too long or
too frequently; or the doors are kept open by
some obstacle; or the appliance is located with
insufficient clearance at the sides, back and top.
Temperature
inside is too cold
• Increase the temperature by following the”Display
controls” chapter.
Doors can’t be
closed easily
• Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted
back by 10-15mm to allow the doors to self close,
or if something inside is preventing the doors from
closing.
DISPOSAL OF THE APPLIANCE
It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance as household waste.
Packaging materials
Packaging materials with the recycle symbol are recyclable. Dispose of the
packaging into a suitable waste collection container to recycle it.
Before disposal of the appliance
1. Pull out the mains plug from the mains socket.
2. Cut off the power cord and discard with the mains plug
Warning! Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation.
Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause
eye injuries or ignition. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not
damage prior to proper disposal.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the
product should not be treated as normal household waste. The
product should be taken to an authorized collection centre for
waste electric and electronic equipment processing. Correct
disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects
on the environment and health of people which could occur
in case of incorrect product removal. For detailed information
on removal and processing of the product, please contact the
relevant municipal body in charge of waste management, your
waste disposal service, or the store where you bought the
product.
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