FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS FFA80, FFA70, FFS70 & FFA60 INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE GETTING STARTED: STEP 1 To ensure that your fridge freezer runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps. STEP 2 STEP 4 NB. The spanner is for illustration only and is not supplied with the fridge freezer. STEP 5 STEP 6 Your fridge freezer is now working. If after 24 hours your fridge freezer is not operating as you want, refer to the Troubleshooting section.
For Your Safety For your safety, read the following advice: The fridge freezer cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :● SAFETY & INSTALLATION ● ● ● ● ● Install the fridge freezer following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction. Take care when installing or moving the fridge freezer to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear.
Installation Location & Air Circulation Locate your fridge freezer away from sources of heat e.g. cookers, radiators, direct sunlight as extreme temperature will affect its performance. 100mm (4 inches) Allow a minimum 100mm (4 inches) between the top of the fridge freezer and the ceiling or the underside of a wall cupboard. SAFETY & INSTALLATION Providing you follow the recommended ventilation requirements you will :● Prolong the life of the fridge freezer.
Installation Levelling: Level the fridge freezer when it is in its final location by adjusting the front feet, until firm contact is made with the floor. This will stop rocking or vibration and keep the door aligned which helps the fridge freezer run reliably and efficiently. SAFETY & INSTALLATION Note: Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle.
Installation Electrical Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation. SAFETY & INSTALLATION Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only use those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362. Changing the Plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket.
Controls FFA70 illustrated Controlling the Temperature of the Fridge Compartment The left hand control wheel on the front panel adjusts the internal fridge compartment temperature. CONTROLS The internal temperature should be 5˚C or colder although some sections such as the salad bin will be slightly warmer. The setting of the control wheel will depend on the location of the fridge freezer, the room temperature and how often the door is opened.
Controls FFA70 illustrated Indicator Lights There are two amber lights which indicate functions are selected: ● The amber fast freeze light indicates that the fast freeze button has been pressed on. By pressing this button ON, the freezer motor will run continuously for extra cooling. ● The amber holiday light (Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only) indicates that the holiday mode is set. Check the TROUBLESHOOTING section if you have any problems with these indicator lights.
Controls Fast Freeze Button - Freezing Fresh Food The bottom compartment drawer should be used to freeze fresh food. Transfer already frozen food to one of the upper drawers. - Before loading 2kg or more of fresh food select fast freeze for the required pre-freeze time (see chart below). - If freezing up to 2kg of fresh food just select fast freeze when loading. Once the fresh food is loaded leave fast freeze on for 24 hours to freeze the food as quickly as possible.
Controls Holiday Function (Models FFA80, FFA70/FFS70 only) This feature allows you to set your fridge compartment to a warmer setting while you are away on holiday, to reduce running costs without affecting the freezer. To set up holiday mode: 1. Remove any food, from the fridge compartment, that will deteriorate while you are away. Make sure the fridge is clean. 2. Close the door. 3. Press the holiday button and the amber holiday indicator light will show that holiday mode is set.
Useful Advice Note: The Rating Plate, which lists the appliance Model Number and Serial Number can be found near the bottom of fridge compartment on the interior wall.
Useful Advice Making the best use of your Fridge Freezer To ensure that your fridge freezer operates as efficiently as possible : ● Follow food packaging “best before/use by” instructions or your suppliers advice on a suitable maximum storage time. ● Keep foods tightly covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour transference. Plastic bags, aluminium foil, plastic stretch wrap and containers with lids are ideal.
Useful Advice Commodity and Bottle Racks Commodity racks can be repositioned in the door to suit your storage requirements. The lidded commodity rack is recommended for the storage of dairy items, such as butter, margarine and cheese. To remove, lift rack vertically to release from fixing supports. To replace, align grooves on either side of the rack above fixing supports and push down until secure.
Useful Advice Salad Bins For the storage of fruit, vegetables and salad items. When storing vegetables, remove unusable leaves and soil. Leave lettuce, cabbage and cauliflower on the stem. It is advisable to clean the salad bin regularly, it can be removed by sliding it out from position. Note : Care must be taken to ensure that the salad bin is pushed in fully before shutting the fridge door.
Useful Advice USEFUL ADVICE Storing Food in a Freezer ● Freeze and store either fresh food or long term commercially frozen foods. ● Generally speaking long term storage means up to 3 months but this can vary, so always follow your supplier’s recommendations otherwise refer to the pictorial guide on the door liner (as shown). ● Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it. ● Liquid-filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer, as they may burst.
Useful Advice Advice on Using Freezer Drawers The freezer compartments must be used with the drawers. The storage drawers can be easily removed. Pull the drawer towards you until it reaches it’s stop position. Hold securely on both sides, lift the front of the drawer to release and remove. For cleaning advice see CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section. Ensure that the frozen food storage drawers are pushed back fully before closing the door.
Defrosting Fridge compartment No manual defrosting required The fridge compartment will defrost automatically. During defrost periods water droplets form on the interior back wall of your Fridge and refreeze afterwards. WARNING: Ensure that stored food does not come into contact with the interior back wall of your Fridge. Also ensure the defrost gutter drain hole is kept clear see ‘Cleaning’ in the CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section.
Cleaning Cleaning WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out mains plug before cleaning. Interior Note : We recommend you use a straw to keep the defrost gutter drain hole clear of any blockage. DO NOT use sharp metal tools which could cause damage beyond repair. 1. 2. 3. 4. WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner, bleach or wax polish to clean the interior, they will leave a smell in the fridge freezer.
Maintenance Going Away If you are going away and don’t want to use your fridge freezer, switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions on the previous page. Note : Leave the doors ajar to prevent an accumulation of odours. Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only: Alternatively, if you want to keep your freezer running but want to empty the fridge you could set the holiday mode. See CONTROLS section.
Door Reversal Door Reversal You will need a cross head screwdriver, a flat blade screwdriver and a 5mm spanner to carry out this procedure. Our Service Department can arrange for an Engineer to do the conversion for you but a charge will be made. WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove all door furniture and all loose items/fittings from inside the fridge freezer.
Door Reversal Door Reversal continued... Refit Lower Door 11. Screw the bottom hinge pin complete with spacing washers, into the left hinge bracket. 12. 13. 14. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 15. 16. Take off the two screw covers from the left hand centre panel and remove the two screws. Fit these screws and covers over on the right hand side. Fit the centre hinge on the left hand side with the original screws, cover the screws with the original covers.
Troubleshooting IS THE FRIDGE FREEZER WORKING AS YOU WANT? Have you read through the instruction book ? If you still have a problem, before calling our service organisation see if any of the tips below help. The fridge freezer will not work 1. Check plug is firmly positioned in the socket outlet and the power supply is switched on. 2. Check power supply with another appliance. 3. Check fuse/circuit breaker. 4. Check the door is closed properly. The fridge freezer is making a lot of noise 1.
Troubleshooting The holiday mode setting won’t stay on? (Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only) 1. The holiday mode setting can only be set when the door is closed. Opening the door or pressing any other button will turn holiday mode off. See CONTROLS section for details on how to set the holiday mode. The freezer door is difficult to open A well sealed freezer door can be difficult to open. This is partly due to the difference in temperature between the room and internal freezer compartment.
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