Contents 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 Definition State of California Proposition 65 Warning Intended purpose Installation warnings Installation cautions Usage warnings Usage cautions Disposal Warning How to read the user manual 2 Description 2.1 General Description 2.2 Description of parts 2.3 Available accessories 3 Use 4 4 5 5 7 7 9 9 10 11 11 11 12 14 3.1 Instructions 3.2 Preliminary operations 3.3 First use 3.4 Using the accessories 3.5 Ventilation 3.6 Using the refrigerator compartment 3.
Instructions 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: If the instructions contained in this manual are not followed precisely, fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 Definition DANGER: not following instructions immediately may result in loss of life or severe injuries. WARNING: not following instructions may result in loss of life or severe injuries.
1.3 Intended purpose 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. • This appliance is intended for indoor household use only. • This appliance is suitable for the refrigeration and storage of fresh and frozen food.
Instructions checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. • Unplug the refrigerator before servicing. • Only qualified service personnel should perform repairs. Service personnel must disconnect the power supply before servicing this unit. • Never unplug an appliance by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet to prevent damaging the power cord. • Do not damage or puncture refrigerant tubing.
Instructions CAUTION • Leave the appliance standing vertically for at least two hours before turning it on for the first time. • Leave sufficient space around the appliance and install it on a flat surface. • Never use the open door to lever the appliance into place when fitting. • Avoid exerting too much pressure on the door when open. • Pay attention not to scratch or damage the floor when installing the appliance. • Do not wiggle or drag the appliance when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
Instructions • Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. • Do not use electrical equipment inside the appliance. • Use nonflammable cleaner. • Do not climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. This could result in severe injuries or in damage to the appliance. • Bottles containing strong alcoholic drinks must be tightly closed and stored vertically.
• Organic compounds, acids and essential oils can corrode the seals and plastic surfaces if left in contact with them for extended periods. • Bottles containing strong alcoholic drinks must be tightly closed and stored vertically. • Do not put frozen food straight from the freezer compartment into your mouth. • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. 1.
Instructions WARNING • Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer: - Pull out the power cord plug. - Cut off the power cord. - Have refrigerant removed and disposed by a qualified service technician. - Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. - Never allow children to play with the refrigerator. 1.
2 Description 2.2 Description of parts 2.1 General Description Freezer compartment EN Description For storing frozen foods, freezing fresh foods and producing ice cubes. Fan Distributes the temperature and reduces condensation on the shelves and other surfaces. Interior lighting The interior of the appliance is lit when the door is opened. Refrigerator compartment For storing fresh foods.
Description 2.3 Available accessories Supercold drawer NOTE: Some models are not provided with all accessories. Shelves For optimising fridge space and placing foodstuffs inside the refrigerator compartment. Fruit and vegetable drawer For storing fruit and vegetables, maintaining a constant humidity level.
Description EN Door balconies and shelves For storing foodstuffs in small containers. The shelf in the lower part of the door is useful for storing bottles. NOTE: The accessories intended to come into contact with food are made of materials that comply with the provisions of current legislation. NOTE: Supplied and optional accessories can be requested to Authorised Service Centres. Use only original accessories supplied by the manufacturer.
Use 3 Use 3.2 Preliminary operations 3.1 Instructions WARNING • Do not store explosive or flammable substances, such as gasoline in or in the vicinity of this refrigerator or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • Do not climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. This could cause serious injury or result in damage to the appliance.
Use EN 3.4 Using the accessories Shelves CAUTION • Glass shelves and covers are heavy, use special care when removing them. These can be positioned at different heights on the guides according to requirements. Each shelf has a safety fitting to prevent it from being accidentally removed. To extract them fully, lift up the rear part (1) and remove them (2).
Use Drawer humidity regulator 3.5 Ventilation NOTE: Before introducing food into the appliance, seal it thoroughly. The forced recirculation air in the appliance is free of humidity and quickly dries the food inside. Can be used to adjust the humidity level in the fruit and vegetable drawer. Slide the regulator horizontally to open or close the passage of air through the slots. NOTE: Storing vegetables with high content of water can generate condensation on the glass shelf.
Use Storage life table Foodstuff EN 3.6 Using the refrigerator compartment Time Arranging food Arrange food on the various shelves, making sure that they wrapped and covered hermetically.
Use 3.8 Noises during operation Frozen foods storage life table Foodstuff Time Fruit, beef max 10-12 months vegetables, veal, poultry max 8-10 months Game max 6-8 months Pork max 4-6 months Mince max 4 months Bread, desserts, cooked foods, oily fish max 3 months Offal max 2 months Sausages, lean fish max 1 month Defrosted foods CAUTION • Do not refreeze frozen foods which have partly or completely thawed. Food must be consumed as soon as possible once defrosted.
3.9 Heated front surface 3.11 Food storage advice There is a front surface heating system inside the cabinet to limit the formation of condensation around the door seal. Practical energy saving advice 3.10 Turning the appliance off Whenever the appliance is to remain unused for long periods, it should be switched off. 1. Unplug the appliance from the wall socket. 2. Empty the compartments. 3. Once the freezer has fully defrosted, dry any residual accumulated moisture with a tea towel.
Use Refrigerator compartment • Keep conserves, wine, biscuits etc. in the upper part. • Keep dairy products, ready meals, pastries, fruit juices, beer etc. in the central part. • Keep meats, cold cuts etc. in the lower part. • Keep fresh and tropical fruit, vegetables, root vegetables, onions, etc. in the fruit and vegetable drawer. Freezer compartment • The type of food, quantity and date of freezing should be marked on the container/packaging. • Use small containers, if possible already cold.
4 Cleaning and maintenance 4.1 Instructions WARNING • Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains before cleaning or maintenance. • Do not pull the cable to remove the plug. • Use nonflammable cleaner. CAUTION • Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance. • Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia or bleach on parts made of steel or that have metallic surface finishes (e.g. anodizing, nickelor chromium-plating). • Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (e.g.
Cleaning and maintenance 4.3 Defrosting CAUTION • Do not use electrical appliances (e.g. hair dryers) or sprays for defrosting, the plastic parts could be damaged. • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. NOTE: Occasional presence of frost inside the freezer compartment is normal.
The refrigerator compartment is not sufficiently cold: • The thermostat is set at too high a temperature. • The door is being opened too often or for too long. • The door is not closing/sealing properly. • The room temperature is too high. The temperature inside the refrigerator compartment is too cold and the foodstuffs are freezing: • The thermostat is set at too low a temperature. • Foodstuffs not contained in suitable containers or bags. • Fruit and vegetables might be too wet.
Installation 5 Installation 5.2 Positioning 5.1 Electrical connection DANGER • Non-compliance with these instructions may result in death, fire or an electric shock. WARNING • • • • • • • Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter plug. Do not use an extension cord. Do not twist or tie the power cord. Do not pull or bend the power cord. The appliance must be connected to ground in compliance with electrical system safety standards.
appliance can be used in different temperature conditions. Class Room temperature SN (Subnormal) + 50°F to + 89°F N (Normal) + 61°F to + 89°F ST (Subtropical) + 64°F to + 100°F T (Tropical) + 64°F to + 109°F • The appliance must not be installed near heat sources. If this is not possible, insulate properly. • To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance allow 1 ¼” (3 cm) space on each side. • If installed underneath wall units, at least 3” (7.6 cm) clearance must be left.
Installation If the floor is not perfectly level, use the two adjustable feet on the front part of the appliance CAUTION Level the appliance horizontally adjusting its feet. Lean the appliance slightly towards the rear part to facilitate proper door closure. NOTE: In order for the freezer to be installed correctly, the door must be able to close properly. Ensure that the door seals close hermetically, especially at the corners. 26 • Do not press, do not tear or detach the seal from the door.
