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33138Gb.fm5 Page 14 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE Your new appliance is a combined fridge-freezer exclusively for domestic use. The freezer compartment can be used for freezing fresh and cooked food, making ice cubes and storing frozen food. Defrosting the freezer is a manual procedure. The refrigerator compartment, which has an automatic defrost feature, is used for the storage of fresh food and beverages.
3138Gb.fm5 Page 15 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL HINTS • • • • • • • • • Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and beverages and use the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance. Do not store liquids in glass containers in the freezer compartment - danger of bursting.
33138Gb.fm5 Page 16 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT This appliance is a refrigerator with a star freezer compartment. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +16°C and +32°C. Switching on the appliance Depending on the model, the appliance has external (A1-A2) or internal (B) controls. For appliances having external controls (A1A2): press the startup button (1).
33138Gb.fm5 Page 17 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Important: • There is no need to adjust the thermostat knob (5) as it has already been factory set to provide the correct storage temperature of frozen food in the freezer compartment at ambient temperatures between +20°C and +25°C. • After being switched on, the appliance needs approx. 3 hours to reach the correct temperature to store a typical volume of food in the freezer compartment.
33138Gb.fm5 Page 18 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Important: For the periods of storage of frozen fresh foods, refer to the adjacent table. When purchasing frozen food products: • Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in damaged packaging may have deteriorated). Avoid packages that are swollen or show evidence of damp areas indicating that the food may have thawed partially during its period of storage.
33138Gb.fm5 Page 19 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM HOW TO DEFROST THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year, or when the frost build-up on the walls reaches a thickness of about 3 mm. Defrost the appliance when there is very little food stored inside. 1. 24 hours before defrosting, press the fast freeze button (4). The yellow LED switches on. This action brings the foods to the lowest possible temperature. 2.
33138Gb.fm5 Page 20 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the mains. • Clean the inside of the freezer compartment when defrosting. • Periodically clean the refrigerator compartment with a sponge moistened with warm water and/or neutral detergent. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products. • Clean the outside with a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use abrasive products, scouring pads, stain removers (e.g.
33138Gb.fm5 Page 21 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. The appliance is not working. • Is there a power failure? • Is the plug properly inserted in the socket? • Is the electric power supply switched on? • Has the fuse blown? • Is the power cord in perfect condition? • Is the thermostat set to z (Stop)? • Is button 1 pressed? 2. Temperature inside the compartments is not low enough.
33138Gb.fm5 Page 22 Tuesday, May 2, 2000 7:07 PM INSTALLATION • • • • • • • • Install the appliance away from heat sources. Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place. Make sure that the appliance is level. Adjust the front feet if necessary. Leave at least 5 cm clearance above the appliance. In some models, the sides project to the rear so the appliance can be placed in direct contact with the rear wall.
