User Instructions for Model FFU00
Electrical Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used. WARNING: Do not use the plug unless the fuse cover is fitted. Changing the plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket. WARNING: To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else.
Contents Page Electrical requirement 2 Safety advice 4 Installation 5-10 Get to know your Appliance 11-13 The controls 14-16 Storing food 17-18 Care & Cleaning Troubleshooting 19 20-24 Guarantee 26 Recycling & Disposal information 26 After sales service 27 Key contacts back cover 3
Safety advice * Please take time to read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage. * Do not twist and bend the mains lead and keep it away from hot surfaces. * Do not let children play with the appliance. * Do not sit or stand on the appliance.
Installation WARNING: THE APPLIANCE SHOULD ONLY BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED PERSONNEL IN COMPLIANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS, CURRENT STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS. Before Fitting: Please read through this section before starting any work. Choosing a Location: Do not install your appliance in a room where the temperature goes below 5˚C, this will affect the appliances performance. The power socket should be in a readily accessible position, adjacent to the appliance.
Installation WARNING: ENSURE THE APPLIANCE IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE INSTALLING. Remove the Freezer Compartment Door: * Loosen the screws in the upper hinge cover and remove. Separate all connection wires, except for the earth line (Fig.2). You may need to remove both doors for the appliance to fit through access doors follow the instructions below: WARNING: YOU MAY NEED ASSISTANCE TO DO THIS - THE DOORS ARE HEAVY AND SHOULD BE SUPPORTED AT ALL TIMES TO AVOID DAMAGE AND INJURY.
Installation Remove the Fridge Compartment Door: * Loosen the upper hinge cover screws and remove the cover (Fig.5). Door Replacement: * Replace both doors by following the removal instruction in reverse order. Fig.5 * Remove the retainer by rotating it clockwise (b - Fig.6), then remove the upper hinge by lifting up. Fig.6 NOTE: Support the door when removing the upper hinge. * Remove the fridge compartment door by lifting it up, off the lower hinge (Fig.7). Fig.
Installation ● FIRST CHECK YOU HAVE THE CORRECT ITEMS: - Pipe / Filter Kit comprises: * * * * - 1 x Water Filter 2 x Self-Adhesive Fixing Plates 2 x Cable Ties 1 x 10m Water Pipe Adaptor Kit comprises: * Plastic Pipe Connector * Rubber Washer * Threaded Tap Connector ● NEXT, HAVE A LOOK AT THE DIAGRAM BELOW TO VISUALISE HOW THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CONNECTED: Fridge Filter Water Pipe ● Water Pipe Tap Connection to the Appliance: * At the back of the appliance you will see the water inlet valve
Installation ● Connection of Water Filter: * Now you have to cut the pipe to the length it needs to be to run from the back of the appliance and attach to the water filter. NOTE: The water filter is marked with an arrow to show the direction of water flow (ie. from supply tap to appliance). Remember however, that the connection process is being done FROM the appliance TO the tap (ie. in reverse of the water flow when in use).
Installation Height Adjustment: Levelling both doors using the height adjustment screws. With the doors level they will close smoothly. If the doors do not close correctly it will affect the performance of your appliance. * If the freezer compartment door is lower than the fridge compartment door, adjust the left hand adjustment screw (Fig.10). Level the door by inserting a flat (- type) driver into the groove of the left hand adjustment screw and rotate it clockwise. Fig.
Get to know your Appliance. Before using you appliance for the first time, wipe off any dust and clean thoroughly (see Cleaning instructions - Page 17). Unpack and install accessories in their proper places - they are packed together to prevent possible damage during transit. See features picture below (Fig.12) to familiarise yourself with your appliance: Fig.12 1 19 2 18 3 4 5 17 6 7 16 8 15 9 14 10 12 13 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Get to know your Appliance. Make the most of interior storage space by repositioning shelves to suit the various items you wish to store. Refrigerator Shelf: To separate a shelf: ● Lift shelf up in direction shown 1 in Fig.13. ● Separate by lifting, direction 2 in Fig.13. ● Wine Holder: ● ● Fig.13 ● Fig.15 Fig.14 To install a shelf: Hold shelf at an angle, place at required position and push into the grooves, 1 in Fig.14. ● Then lower the front end and again push into the grooves, 2 in Fig.14.
Get to know your Appliance. Humidity Control Switch (Fig.16): The humidity in the salad / vegetable compartments can be controlled by adjusting the switches on the top left of the drawers. Fig.16 Convert into a Vegetable or Meat Compartment (Fig.17): ● The bottom drawer in the refrigerator can be converted into a vegetable OR meat compartment. ● The meat compartment maintains a lower temperature than the rest of the refrigerator, so that meat and fish can be stored fresh for longer.
The controls Starting: ● When your appliance is first installed leave it to stand in its final location for 2-3 hours, to allow the refrigerant to settle, before loading it with fresh or frozen foods. ● If operation is interrupted, wait 5 minutes before restarting.
The controls Dispenser Selection Button: ● ● When the appliance is first switched on and also after a power cut, the crushed ice function will be lit . Pressing the button will allow you to choose the different dispenser functions: Crushed Ice, Water or Cubed Ice. Automatic Ice Maker and Dispenser: Water is cooled while stored in the water tank in the refrigerator compartment and then sent to the dispenser. NOTE: It is normal that the water is not very cold at first.
The controls Automatic Ice Maker: ● 8 pieces of ice can be made at a time, 80 pieces a day. But these quantities may vary according to various conditions, such as the location of the appliance and how many times the door is opened and closed. ● Ice making stops when the ice storage bin is full. WARNING: ● The initial amount of ice and water dispensed may contain particles from the feed water tube.
Storing food Making the best use of your Appliance To ensure that your appliance operates as efficiently as possible: * Follow packaging “best by/use by” instructions or your suppliers advice on a suitable maximum storage time. * When storing frozen food such as ice cream for a long period, store it on the shelves, not in the commodity rack * Liquid-filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer, as they may burst.
Storing food Location of Foods: Wine bottle holder Store wine Snack drawer Store items such as bread, snacks etc. Freezer compartment shelf Store various frozen foods such as meat, fish, ice cream, frozen snacks etc., Freezer commodity rack Store small packed frozen food. Temperature is likely to increase as the door is opened, so do not store long term frozen food, such as ice cream etc. Freezer drawer Store meat, fish, chicken etc. (after wrapping them).
Care & Cleaning WARNING: ● Switch off the electricity supply and pull out mains plug before cleaning. Interior * Remove salad bins, racks, shelves and baskets - wash in warm water and washing up liquid using a soft cloth, dry thoroughly. Do not put in a dishwasher. * Wipe the interior and fittings with a clean cloth wrung out in a solution of either one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water or Milton™ sterilising fluid, diluted according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Troubleshooting. If your appliance is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore check the following: PROBLEM Possible Cause Solution Running of Refrigerator Refrigerator compressor does not run. Refrigerator runs too much or too long. 20 Refrigerator control is off. Set refrigerator control. See ‘Controls’. Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting appliance. The defrost cycle occurs periodically. Is it plugged in and switched on.
Troubleshooting. PROBLEM Possible Cause Solution Temperatures are too cold: Temperature in the freezer is too cold BUT the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. Freezer control is set too cold. Set Freezer control to a lower number (warmer setting) See ‘Controls’. Temperature in the refrigerator is too cold BUT the freezer temperature is satisfactory. Refrigerator control is set too cold. Set Refrigerator control to a lower number (warmer setting) See ‘Controls’.
Troubleshooting. PROBLEM Possible Cause Solution Sound and noise: Louder sound levels when refrigerator is on. Today’s refrigeration appliances have larger storage capacity and work to maintain more even temperatures. It is normal for some sound to be heard. Louder sound levels when the compressor comes on. The appliance will work harder to reach selected temperatures when first switched ‘ON’. This is normal, the sound will level off when selected temperature have been reached.
Troubleshooting. PROBLEM Possible Cause Solution Opening/Closing of doors: Door/s will not close. Drawers are difficult to move. Food package keeping the door open. Ensure stored items are kept clear of the door so it can close properly. Door seal/s dirty or damaged. Clean the seal/s, see ‘Care & Cleaning’ section. Replace damaged seal/s. Door closed too hard, causing the other door to open slightly. Close doors gently. Appliance is not level. It rocks slightly when touched.
Troubleshooting. PROBLEM Possible Cause Solution Dispenser: Ice dispenser is jammed. Dispenser will not dispense water. Water has an odd taste and/or odour. Ice cubes are jammed between ice Remove the ice cubes. maker arm and back of the bin. ice cubes that have been purchased or made in another way have been used in the dispenser. Only the ice cubes made by the appliance ice maker should be used with the dispenser. Ice cubes are frozen together in the ice storage bin.
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