AMICA Built-in refrigerators UC150.3 EN User Manual

UC150.3
OPERATING MANUAL EN
EN
The Amica appliance is a combination of exceptional user-friendliness and excellent efciency. Prior to dispatch, each unit was carefully checked for its safety and operating capabilities.
Before starting the appliance, please read this operating manual carefully.
Note!
This fridge-freezer is intended for use at home only.
The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce modications, which do not affect the operation of the appliance. The changes in the equipment, as well as the inside and outside decoration, which do not affect its functionality and safety are permissible.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Construction and equipment of the appliance...........................................................................4
Guidelines concerning the safety of use...................................................................................6
Installation.................................................................................................................................7
Operation and functions.............................................................................................................9
Using the refrigerator efciently.................................................................................................12
Defrosting, washing and maintenance......................................................................................14
Trouble-shooting.......................................................................................................................16
Environmental protection..........................................................................................................18
Specication..............................................................................................................................19
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CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF THE APPLIANCE
Example
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1. controls
2. Glass shelf
3. Glass container lid
4. Container
5. Large door shelf
6. Egg tray
7. Pusher
Additional equipment
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The accurate description of the equipment for the model of the fridge purchased by you may be found in the tables on next pages.
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CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF THE APPLIANCE
Items of equipment UC150.3
Glass shelf 2+1
Glass container lid 1
Container 2
Large door shelf 2
Type of lighting bulb
Plunger 1
Egg Tray 1
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GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF USE
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l The Manufacturer shall not be held
liable for the damage arising from the failure to observe the principles contained in this manual.
l Keep this manual for future re-
ference, or to pass it over to the possible next user.
lThis appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children) wit h limited physical, sen sual or psychical capabilities and persons who lack experience or familiarity with the appliance, unless attended or in accordance with the operating manual for the appliance delivered by persons responsible for their safety.
l Do no t allo w the un att e nde d
children to use the appliance. Do not allow them to play with the appliance. They must climb insi­de the drawers and swing on the doors.
lThe fridge-freezer operates properly
at the N-ST ambient temperature. Do not use it in the cellar, unheated
summer cottage during autumn and
winter.
lWhen placing, moving, lifting the
appliance, do not hold the door han­dles, pull the condenser at the rear
part of the refrigerator and touch the compressor unit.
l When transporting, moving or
placing the fridge-freezer do not tilt it by more than 40° from the vertical position. Should such a situation occur, the appliance may be switched on after minimum 2 hours from its placement in the
right position (g.1).
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l Pull the plug out from the mains
socket before each maintenance activity. Do not pull the cord, but hold the body of the plug instead.
l The cracking-like sound, which the
appliance may emit is caused by expansion and shrinking of parts as
a result of temperature variations.
l For safety reasons do not repair the
appliance on your own. Repairs car­ried out by persons who do not have required qualications may constitute a serious hazard for the user of the
appliance.
l Air the room in which the appliance
is placed for a few minutes (the size
of the room for a product containing
isobuthane/R600a must be at least 4m3) in case of the damage of the cooling system.
lMake sure you do not damage the
cooling system, by punching the
refrigerant pipes in the evaporator
or breaking the pipes. The refrigerant splashes are ammable. Rinse the eyes with clean water and call for me­dical assistance immediately in case of their contact with the refrigerant.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
Installation before using the applian-
ce for the rst time
1.Take the product out of the package, re-
move the scotch tapes protecting the door
and the equipment. The possibly remaining adhesive stains may be removed with a mild washing agent.
2. Do not throw away the polystyrene ele­ments of the packaging. In the case of the necessity to transport the fridge-freezer, pack it in the polystyrene elements and lm, as well as protect it with a scotch tape.
3. Clean the interior surface of the fridge­freezer and the elements of the equipment with a washing agent dissolved in lukewarm water, then wipe it dry.
4. Place the fridge-freezer on an even, at and stable surface, in dry, aired and shadowy room, far from the heat sources such as an oven, cooktop, central heating radiator, central heating pipe, hot water installation,
etc.
Minimal distances from the heat sources
5. Ensure that the product is level by adjusting the 4 adjustable legs (g. 2).
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The back of the appliance, particu­larly the condenser and other parts of the cooling system, must not be touching other objects which could damage them, particularly the cen­tral heating pipe or the water pipe.
Observe minimum clearances and t in recess appropriate for the applian­ce dimensions (Fig. 3).
- from the electric gas and other ovens
- 30 mm,
- from oil or coal red ovens - 300 mm,
- from in-built ovens - 50 mm
If there is no possibility to ensure the above­mentioned distances, provide an appropria­te insulation board.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
It is prohibited to readjust or modify any parts of the unit. It is crucial not to damage the capillary tube visible in the compressor recess. The tube may not be bent, straightened and wound. If the capillary tube is damaged by the user the guarantee will be void
(g. 2).
capillary tube
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Mains connection
Before the appliance is connected to the
mains, set the adjustment knob to the “0” position.
lThe appliance should be connected to AC
230V, 50Hz supply socket. The socket must be tted properly and must be supplied with an earthing conduit and 10 A fuse.
l The earthing of the appliance is required by
the law. The manufacturer will not be held li­able for any damage, which can be incurred by persons or objects as a consequence of the failure to full the requirement imposed by this regulation.
This appliance must be earthed
The flexibl e cord (mains l ead) tted to this appliance has three
cores for use with a 3-pin 13-amp
plug. If a BS 1363 (13-amp) fused plug is used, it should be tted
with a 13-amp fuse.
lThe data is provided on the rated plate
located at the bottom of the wall inside the chamber.
Important
The cores in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code: GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH BLUE: NEUTRAL BROWN: LIVE These colours might not correspond with the colour markings identifying the termi­nals in your plug.
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Control panel
OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Bulb cover
Temperature adjustment
knob
Temperature adjustment
Change in the knob adjustment causes temperature change in the fridge-freezer. Possible knob adjustment:
lappliance switched off - OFF setting lmaximum temperature - setting 1 loptimal temperature - 3 setting lminimum temperature - 6 setting
Do not put food into the fridge freezer before it has reached its operating tempe­rature, which takes minimum 4 hours.
Temperature inside the fridge
Do not change the temperature settings due to the change in the season of the year. The am­bient temperature increase will be detected by the sensor and the compressor will be switched on automatically for a longer period of time in order to maintain the temperature set inside the chambers.
Minor changes in temperature
The slight changes in temperature are perfectly normal and may occur, for instance during the storage of great quantities of fresh products in the fridge, or when the door is open for a longer period of time. This will not affect the condition of the stored foodstuff, and the temperature will quickly return to its set value.
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Storage of food in the fridge (LCT */***)
Observe the following recommen­dations to ensure the food remains fresh.
lThe products should be placed on plates
in containers or packed in food wrap.
Distribute them evenly all over the she-
lves.
l Pay attention whether the food contacts
the rear wall, if so, it may cause frosting or wetting of the products.
l Do not put dishes with hot content into the
fridge
l Products which take over foreign avours
easily such as butter, milk, white cheese and products with intense avour, such as sh, smoked meat, hard cheese must be placed on shelves, packed in food wrap or in tightly sealed containers.
lStorage of vegetables containing signi-
cant quantity of water will cause the de­position of water steam on the vegetable containers, it does not impact the proper
functioning of the fridge.
l Before putting the vegetables into the frid-
ge, dry them well.
l Excessive moisture shortens the shelf life
of vegetables, especially the leafed vege­tables.
lDo not wash the vegetables before storing
in the refrigerator. Washing removes the
natural protection, therefore it is better to wash the vegetables directly before con-
sumption.
Freezing food
lPractically all the food products, except for
vegetables consumed raw, such as lettuce can be frozen.
l Only food products of the highest quality,
divided into small portions for single use, should be frozen.
l Products should be packed in materials that
are odourless, resistant to air and moisture penetration, and not susceptible to fat. Plastic bags, polyethylene and aluminium sheets are the best wrapping materials.
l The packaging should be tight and should
stick to the frozen products. Do not use
glass containers.
l Keep the fresh and warm foodstuff at am-
bient temperature away from the products, which have already been frozen.
l We advise not to place more than 2 kg of
fresh food at a time to the freezer per day (see table on page 77).
lIn order to maintain good quality of the
frozen food, reorganise the food that is in the middle of the freezer, so that it does not touch the products that are not frozen yet.
l It is recommended to move the already
frozen products to one side and place the fresh products that are to be frozen to the opposite side, as close to the rear and side walls as possible.
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
The time of storage of the frozen products depends on their quality when fresh, before freezing
and on the storage temperature.
The following storage periods are recommended when the temperature of -18°C or lower is maintained:
Products Months
Beef 6-8
Veal 3-6
Giblets 1-2
Pork 3-6
Poultry 6-8
Eggs 3-6
Fish 3-6
Vegetables 10-12
Fruit 10-12
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USING THE REFRIGERATOR EFFICIENTLY
Practical everyday tips
lDo not place fridges or freezers next to
radiators, heaters, stoves or in direct sun-
light.
l Make sure that air vents are not covered up
and clean the dust off them once or twice a year.
l Select the right temperature: 6 to 8°C
in your refrigerator and -18°C in your
freezer is sufcient.
l When on holiday, turn up the temperature
in your fridge.
l Only open your fridge or freezer when
necessary. It helps if you know what food they contain and where it is located. Return food to the fridge or freezer as soon as possible after you have used it so that it doesn't warm up too much.
l Wipe out the inside of your fridge regularly
with a cloth soaked in a mild detergent. Appliances which are not self-defrosting will require regular defrosting. Don't allow frost layers thicker than 10 mm to form.
l Keep the seal around the door clean,
otherwise it won't shut properly. Always replace broken seals.
Understanding the stars
*Temperature is at least -6°C; sufcient
to store frozen food for about a week. Drawers or compartments marked with one star used to be a feature of (mostly)
cheaper fridges.
** Food can be stored at -12°C or below for
1-2 weeks without losing their taste. Not suitable for freezing food.
*** Mainly used to store foods at -18°C or
below. Can also be used to freeze up to 1 kilogram of fresh food.
****This appliance is suitable for storing foods
at -18°C or below and freezing larger quantities of fresh foods.
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USING THE REFRIGERATOR EFFICIENTLY
Storage zones in the refrigerator
l Due to the natural circulation of the air in
the appliance, there are different tempera­ture zones in the refrigerator chamber.
l The coldest area is directly above the
vegetables drawers. Use this area for all delicate and highly perishable food e.g.
- Fish, meat, poultry
- Sausage products, ready meals
- Dishes or baked goods containing eggs
or cream
- Fresh dough, cake mixtures
- Pre-packed vegetable and other fresh food with a label stating it should be kept at a temperature of approx 4oC.
l The warmest area is in the top section of
the door. Use this for storing butter and
cheese.
Food that should not be stored in a refrigerator
l Not all food is suitable for storing in the
refrigerator. These include:
- Fruit and vegetables which are sensitive to cold, such as bananas, avocado, papaya, passion fruit, aubergines, peppers, toma­toes and cucumbers.
- Fruit which is not yet ripe
- Potatoes
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DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
Defrosting the fridge
Frost settles on the rear wall of the fridge cham­ber. It is removed automatically. During the defrosting, the condensate, which contains con­taminants may clog the opening in the through. Should it occur, carefully unclog the opening with the cleaning plug (g. 4).
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l The appliance operates in cycles: it refri-
gerates (then the frost settles on the rear wall), and defrosts (water ows down the rear wall).
lDo not use defrosting aerosols. They may
cause the formation of explosive mixture, or contain slovents which may damage the
plastic components of the appliance and
even be harmful to health.
l Make sure the water used for cleaning
does not ow into the evaporation container
through the discharge opening.
l The whole appliance, except for the door
gasket must be cleaned with a mild cleaning detergent. The door gasket should be cle­aned with water and wiped dry.
l Wash all the accessories (vegetable conta-
iners, door shelves, glass shelves, etc.).
Disconnect the appliance from the mains before cleaning by re­moving the plug from the mains socket or switching off the fuse. Prevent water from penetrating the control panel or the light.
You must not put an electric heater, a heating fan or a hair dryer into the freezer by any means.
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DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
Taking out and putting in the shelves
Slide the shelf out, then slide it in as much as possible so that its clamp could t the guide groove (g. 5).
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Replacement bulb
1.Set the knob to ”0” position and unplug the appliance from the mains socket.
2. Pull away the bulb cover bracket and remo-
ve it
3. Replace the bulb with a new one observing the following paramters: 220-240 V, max. 15 W, E14 thread, maximum bulb dimensions: diameter – 26 mm, length – 55 mm.
4. Put the caver back and t it in (g. 7).
Taking out and putting in the door shelf
Lift the door shelf, remove it and put it back from the top into its required position (g. 7).
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Do not use bulbs of greater or smaller power, app ly only the bulbs of parameters given abo­ve.
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problems Possible causes Remedies
The appliance does
not work
The lighting inside
the chamber does not work
Electric circuit rupture - check whether the plug is properly inserted
into the socket
- check whether the power cable of the
appliance is not damaged
- check whether there is voltage in the socket, by plugging another appliance, e.g.
a night lamp
- check whether the appliance is switched on by setting the thermostat to a position above 0.
The bulb is loose or
fused
- see the point above “The appliance does not work" – t the bulb correctly or replace
it.
Temperature inside the appliance is not
low enough
Incorrect setting of the
adjustment knob
The ambient tempera­ture is higher or lower than the N-ST climate
range
The appliance is located at the sunlit place or near the heat sources
Too much warm food
loaded at a time
Internal air circulation hindered
The air circulation at the
back of the appliance is
hindered
Too much white frost
ac c umu lat e d on the
freezing elements
The door of the frid­ge/freezer are opened too often and/or remain
open for too long
The door does not close
completely
- reset the knob to a higher position
- the appliance is adapted to operation in the N-ST climate range.
- move the appliance to another place. Observe the guidelines contained in the
manual
- wait 72 hours until the food becomes cool (freezes) and the required temperature is reached inside the chamber
- place the food and containers in such a way that they do not touch the rear wall of
the fridge
- move the appliance min. 30 mm away from the wall
defrost the freezer chamber
- reduce the frequency of opening the door and/or shorten the time when door remains
open
- place the food and containers so that they would not interfere with door closed
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problems Possible causes Remedies
The compressor is switched on too rarely
- check whether the ambient temperature is not lower than 16°C
Door gasket inserted incor­rectly
The appliance works conti­nuously
Water collects in the lower
part of the appliance
The appliance generates unusual noise
Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the refrigerator, which do not affect its
correct operation.
Incorrect setting of the adju­stment knob
See. ”Temperature inside the appliance is not low enough for description of other possi­ble causes
The water discharge opening
is clogged
Internal air circulation hindered
Incorrect levelling of the appliance
The appliance touches furni-
ture and/or other objects
- press the gasket in
- reset the knob to a lower
position
See. ”Temperature inside the appliance is not low enough for description of other possi­ble remedies
- clean the discharge opening (see the operating
manual – chapter entitled
”Defrosting the fridge”)
- place the food and conta­iners in such a way as that they do not touch the rear wall of the fridge
- level the appliance properly
- place the appliance at a
location that ensures proper clearances around it
Sounds, which can be easily prevented:
lnoise caused by the appliance which is not level - adjust the position with the adjustable turn­in front feet. Alternatively, place pads made of soft material under the rear rollers, especially when the appliance is placed on tiles.
ltouching the adjacent piece of furniture - move the refrigerator away. lcreaking of the drawers or shelves - take out and put back the drawer or shelf. lsounds of clinking bottles - move bottles apart.
Sounds heard during normal use are mainly due to operation of the thermostat, compressor (switching on) and cooling system (thermal expansion and contraction of the radiator caused by ow of the cooling agent).
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Environmental protection
Ozone layer protection
The refrigerants and fo­aming agents, which are 100% free of FCKW and FKW have been used for manufacturing our pro­duct. Therefore we help protecting the ozone layer
and prevent the greenho­use effect increase. On the other hand, the innovative technology and environmentally friendly insulation help in reducing energy
consumption.
Recycling of the packaging
Our packaging are made of environmentally friendly materials, which can be reused:
l The external packaging is made of card-
board/foil
lThe FCKW free shape of foamed poly-
styrene (PS)
lPolyethylene (PE) foils and bags
Elimination / disposal of the equip­ment
If the appliance is no longer in use, cut the
connecting conduit off the used equipment
before its scrapping.
This appliance is marked with a symbol of the crossed out waste container in conform­ance with the European Direc-
tive 2002/96/EC. Such mark- ing informs that the equipment
may not be kept together with other waste coming from the
household after the period of
its use. The user is obliged to dispose of the appliance at the waste collection point. The local waste collection points, shops and com­munal units form an appropriate system ena­bling the disposal of the equipment.
Handling the used electrical and electronic equipment properly contributes to the avoid-
ance of consequences harmful to the human
health and natural environment, resulting from the presence of hazardous substances
and improper storage and processing of such equipment.
Manufacturer’s declaration
The manufacturer hereby declares that the appliance fulls the requirements of the following European directives:
l The Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, l The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC,
and therefore it has been marked with a and assigned a declaration of conformity, which is made available to the market supervising authorities.
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SPECIFICATION
TYPE UC150.3
Manufacturer AMICA
Type of the appliance fridge
Energy class1 A+
Annual power consumption kWh/year)
Net usable volume (l) - Fridge 140
Freezing chamber star classication
Storage time (hrs), at no power supply -
Freezing capacity (kg/24h) -
Climate range
4
Noise level [dB(A) re1pW] 41 dB (A)
Supply voltage V/Hz 220-240V~/50Hz
H x W x D 818-870x596x550
Appliance weight (kg) 34
2
3
117
/✳✳✳
N-ST
1)
A++/A+ (=low consumption) to G (=high consump-
tion).
2)
The energy consumption refers to the yearly con-
sumption in kWh, indicated according to DIN EN 153. Deviations may occur in the practical operation of the appliance, depending on the
use and place of its location.
3)
*= storage room of approximately. -6°C
4)
Climate range means that your set temperature is maintained at ”normal” ambient temperature. Sho­uld the room temperture drop signicantly below the dened scope, the appliance does not work so often and the undesirable temperature increase may occure dojść do niepożądanego wzrostu temperatury.
(**) = storage room of approximately. -12°C (***) = freezing storage room of approximately
-18°C
(*/***) = freezing storage room of approximately
-18°C or below
The information about the climate range of the appliance is provided on the rated plate. It indicates at which ambient temperature (that is, room temperature, in which the appliance is working) the operation of the appliance is optimal (proper).
Climate range Permissible ambient
temperature
SN from +10°C to +32°C
N from +16°C to +32°C
ST from +16°C to +38°C
T from +16°C to +43°C
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Service Help Line
For the UK: please call 0844 815 8880
0818 46 46 46
For Ireland: please call
IOLS-1056/3
(04.2011)
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