Baumatic BZ500W User Manual

BZ500W

Undercounter

freezer

USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC

BZ500W Undercounter

freezer

NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important

information, including safety & installation points, which will

enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference, for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.

GS 10/05/10

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Contents

Environmental note 4

Important safety information 5 - 7

Specifications of your freezer 7

Description of the appliance 8

Using your Baumatic freezer 9-10

Before switching on 9
During first use 9
Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat 10

The **** freezer 11-13

Freezing fresh food 11
Storing commercially frozen food 12
Defrosting frozen food 12
Normal operating noises 12-13

Cleaning and maintenance 13-14

Defrosting the freezer 13-14

Installation 15-19

Electrical connection 15-16
Positioning 16
Reversing the door 17-19

Troubleshooting 19-21

Contact details 22

Environmental note

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Note

: Before discarding an old appliance, switch off and
disconnect it from the power supply. Cut off and render any
plug useless. Cut the cable off directly behind the appliance
to prevent misuse. This should be undertaken by a
competent person. Disable the door lock to make sure that
children cannot get stuck inside the appliance.

o The packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally

friendly and can be recycled.

o Please discard all packaging material with due regard for the

environment.

Important safety information

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Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic.
Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet

before attempting to install or use the appliance. If

you are unsure of any of the information contained in
this booklet, please contact the Baumatic Advice Line.

IMPORTANT: Any installation work must be
carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.

Use of the appliance

o Your appliance is only designed to be used in the

home. It is suitable for storing food that needs to
be kept frozen. If it is used for any other purpose
or it is not used correctly, then Baumatic Ltd. will
accept no liability for any damage that is caused.

o Altering the specification of the appliance must not be attempted

for reasons of safety.

Before using your appliance

o Check the appliance for any signs of transport damage. If you

notice any damage, then you should not connect your appliance

to your mains supply and should contact your retailer.

Refrigerant

o Your appliance contains R600a refrigerant, which is a natural gas

that does not contain CFCs that can damage the environment.
However it is a flammable substance, therefore care should be

taken:

 During the transportation and installation of the

appliance, make sure that the refrigeration pipework

does not get damaged.

 If it does become damaged then sources of ignition

and open flames should be avoided. Also the room
that the appliance is situated in should be thoroughly

ventilated.

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o Do not place any objects on top of the appliance, as this may

damage the table top.

Child safety

o Packaging material should be kept away from

children.

o Children should not be allowed to touch the

controls or play with the appliance.

General safety

o Do not pull on the power supply cable to remove the plug from

your mains supply socket.

o Do not pull out or insert the plug with wet hands.
o Do not attempt to use your appliance outdoors or

any place where it is likely to come into contact

with the elements.

o Before cleaning the appliance or performing

maintenance work, ensure that the appliance has been

disconnected from your mains supply.

o Never allow the back coils of the appliance to come into contact

with the wall surface.

o Always ensure that the location where you are installing your

appliance is free of stored items such as papers and other

flammable materials.

o Never block the ventilation openings of the appliance, either on

the inside or its exterior.

o It is vital to keep your appliance well ventilated,

so that there is proper air flow between the
bottom of the unit and the plinth/kick plate

which it is sitting on.

o Do not place electrical devices inside of the appliance, such as

mixers or ice cream makers.

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Service

You should not attempt to repair the appliance
yourself, as this could cause injury or a more serious
malfunction. If you require a service call then please
contact the Baumatic Customer Care Department.

Specifications of your freezer

o Freezer gross capacity: 71 litres
o Freezer net capacity: 70 litres
o Adjustable thermostat
o **** star freezer
o 3 x Freezer drawers
o Adjustable feet

Dimensions of appliance

Height: 845 mm
Width: 495 mm
Depth: 540 mm

Energy efficiency class

Energy class: A+

* Please refer to the installation instructions for more specific
information on the size of aperture that you will require.

IMPORTANT: When you install your appliance it is important to bear
in mind its climatic rating.

In order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, you should
check the rating plate. The rating plate is located behind the lower
freezer drawer. You will need to open the door of your appliance and
remove the lower freezer drawer to be able to find it. The rating plate
will indicate the ambient temperature range that your appliance will
function correctly within.

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Description of the appliance

1) Top cover

2) Freezer drawers

3) Adjustable feet

4) Freezer door

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Using your Baumatic freezer

Before switching on

o Make sure that it has been installed by a suitably qualified

person, as per the information contained in Baumatic’s
installation instructions.

o After delivery, wait for eight hours before connecting the

appliance to your mains supply. This will allow any refrigerant
gasses that may have been disturbed during the transportation

process to settle.

o The outside of the appliance and the removable accessories

contained within it, should be cleaned with a solution of liquid

detergent and water.

o The interior of the appliance should be cleaned

with a solution of sodium bicarbonate dissolved in
lukewarm water. The interior and accessories
should be thoroughly dried, after the cleaning

process has been completed.

o There can be an odour when you first switch on

the appliance. It will lessen as the appliance starts to cool.

During first use

o With dry hands, connect your appliance to your mains supply.

Set the thermostat control knob to position <4> for a 24 - 48
hour period, before positioning it to the normal setting of
between <2> and <3>.

o When you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run

more frequently for approximately 24 - 48 hours.

o During this period of time, you should try not to open the door

frequently or place a large amount of food within the appliance.

o If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5

minutes before restarting the appliance on the thermostat or
reconnecting it to your mains supply.

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Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat

o You switch on your appliance by connecting it to your mains

supply and setting the thermostat. The thermostat dial is located
by opening the door of the freezer and looking behind the
freezer drawers.

o The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside

the fridge. The temperature is affected by the number that the
thermostat dial is set to.

o The black dot position means that the appliance will not cool.
o Position <1> will give you a higher temperature inside the

freezer.

o Position <4> will give you a lower temperature inside the

freezer.

o Ideally the thermostat dial should be set to a position between

<2> and <3>.

o The freezer can maintain a temperature of - 18 degrees

centigrade and lower.

o IMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room,

the temperature of food and the amount of food that
has been placed in the freezer and how often the door is
opened, will all affect the temperature being maintained
by the appliance.

o On the maximum setting (position <4>), your freezer will work

harder to maintain a lower temperature. There is no need to run
your appliance on setting <4> for prolonged periods.

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The **** freezer

The freezer is suitable for storing and freezing food.

o The freezer temperature must have already reached -18 degrees

centigrade (or lower) before you attempt to store food that is
already frozen or freezing fresh food.

o The freezer compartment is only able to freeze a certain quantity

of fresh food at one time. The maximum amount of fresh food
(in kilograms) that can be frozen in a 24 hour period is 6 kg.

o Warm food should be allowed to cool down before you attempt

to freeze it. If you place warm food in the freezer compartment,
then the increased humidity will cause quicker ice formation and
increase the amount of power that the appliance uses.

o The guidance of the food manufacturer should be followed, in

regard to the maximum storage time.

o Thawed foods must not be frozen for a second time.

Freezing fresh food

o To freeze the maximum quantity of fresh food specified above,

you should turn the thermostat dial to position <4>, 3 hours
prior to attempting freezing.

o For smaller quantities of fresh food, you should turn the

thermostat dial to position <4>, approximately 1 hour prior to
attempting freezing.

o Fresh food should be packed into airtight containers or

packaging. This will help to make sure that the food doesn’t dry
out or lose its flavour. It will also ensure that flavour does not
transfer from other foods.

o Do not allow fresh food to touch items that are already frozen.
o After 24 hours you should check that the fresh food is

satisfactorily frozen. If it is then the thermostat dial should be
turned down to its normal setting (between <2> and <3>).

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Storing commercially frozen food

o The storage time and recommended temperature for storing

commercially frozen foods are indicated on the packaging.

o Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for storage and

use of frozen food.

o When shopping, be careful to choose food which is adequately

packed and is provided with complete storage instructions. It
should have been stored in a freezer where the temperature
does not rise above -18°C.

o Do not buy packages of food that are covered with frost. This

could indicate that the package has thawed at least once before.

o Take care that your frozen food packages do not start to thaw

before you place them in your freezer. This will shorten the
length of time that you can safely store the food for.

Defrosting frozen food

o Partially thawed or defrosted foods should be used as soon as

possible.

o Cold air preserves the food but it does not destroy the micro

organisms which rapidly activate themselves after defrosting and
make foods perishable.

o Partial defrosting reduces the nutritional value of food, especially

fruits, vegetables and readymade meals.

Normal operating noises

Ice cracking noise

o Can be caused by expansion and contraction within the freezer.

Short cracking noise

o Can be heard when the thermostat turns the compressor on and

off.

Compressor noise

o There will be an operating noise when the compressor is running.
o After installation, the compressor may be noisier for a short

period of time.

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Bubbling and burbling sound

o This noise is emitted as the coolant flows through the pipework

within the freezer.

Cleaning and maintenance

WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLIANCE IS
DISCONNECTED FROM YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN IT.

o Do not clean the appliance by pouring water onto it or spraying

water over it.

o The freezer compartment should be cleaned periodically, using a

solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.

o Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do not

clean them in a dishwasher.

o Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps.
o After washing the appliance, wipe over the area that you have

cleaned with a damp cloth and then dry it thoroughly.

o When cleaning is complete, dry your hands and then reconnect

the plug to your mains supply.

Defrosting the freezer

The frost in the freezer should be removed periodically. You can use a
plastic scraper to keep down the amount of frost that builds.

IMPORTANT: The freezer should be defrosted at least twice a
year. The number of times that you need to defrost it, will
depend on the setting of your thermostat and how much food
you freeze and store in the compartment.

o The day before you defrost, turn the thermostat dial to position

<4>, this will make sure that the food contained in the
compartment is frozen properly.

o Whilst defrosting the appliance, the food should be removed

from the compartment and wrapped in several layers of paper
and stored in a cool place. The foods rise in temperature will
shorten its storage life and therefore the food should be used
within a relatively short period of time.

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o DO NOT PLACE FOOD BACK IN THE FREEZER THAT HAS

STARTED TO THAW.

o Set the thermostat knob to position <0> and disconnect the

appliance from your mains supply.

o Remove the drawers from the freezer and leave the door open.

You can place a bowl of warm water inside the freezer to speed
up the defrost process.

o You can use a sponge to mop up the defrost water that will run

into the bottom of the freezer.

o IMPORTANT: You should place some old towels on the

flooring that is immediately in front of the appliance. In
case any defrost water comes out of the freezer and onto
the floor.

o Once all the ice that has built up has melted, then the inside of

the freezer should be dried thoroughly. Failure to do this will
result in immediate ice build when the appliance is turned back
on.

o With dry hands, reconnect your appliance to your mains supply.

Set the thermostat knob to position <4> for a 24 hour period,
before returning it to the normal setting of between <2> and
<3>.

o You should not attempt to freeze fresh food inside the freezer

until this 24 hour time period has elapsed.

o Do not defrost the appliance with other electrical devices (e.g.

hair dryer). Do not use sharp metal objects to remove the ice on
the freezer, as this could cause damage to the refrigerant
system.

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Installation

IMPORTANT: Before installation and usage read
all the instructions and make sure that the
voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on
the rating plate are exactly the same as the
voltage and frequency in your home. The rating
plate can be found behind the bottom drawer in

the freezer.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of the installer
failing to observe all the accident prevention regulations in force,
which are necessary for normal use and the regular operation of the
electric system.

Electrical connection

YOUR FREEZER IS INTENDED FOR FITTED AND
PERMANENT INSTALLATION.

We recommend that the appliance is connected by a
qualified electrician, who is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C.
and who will comply with the I.E.E. and local regulations.

o Your freezer comes supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. If in

future you need to change the fuse in this plug, then a 13 amp

ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.

o The wiring in the mains lead is coloured as follows:

Brown Live
Blue Neutral
Green and yellow Earth

o As the colours of the wires in the appliance’s mains lead may not

correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your spur box, please proceed as follows:

The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked “L”
(live), or coloured red.

The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked “N”
(neutral), or coloured black.

The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
marked “E” (earth), or by the earth symbol, or coloured green
and yellow.

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o When the connection is completed, no stray strands or cut wire

should be present. The cord clamp must be secured over the
outer sheath.

Positioning

o It is advisable that your appliance is only installed in a location

where the ambient temperature of the room, corresponds with
the climate classification that is stated on the rating plate of your
appliance. Your appliance may not function correctly if the
ambient temperature falls outside of the following ranges.

Climate classification Appropriate ambient temperature

SN +10°C to +32°C

N +16°C to +32°C

ST +18°C to +38°C

T +18°C to +43°C

o Positioning the appliance requires two people in order to avoid

injuries or damage to the appliance.

o Your appliance should not be located in direct sunlight or

exposed to continuous heat or extremes of temperature (e.g.
next to a radiator or boiler). If this is not feasible, then you
should install an insulation plate between the appliance and the
adjacent heat source.

o You should check whether there is an electrical socket available,

which will be accessible after your appliance is installed.

o Place the appliance flatly and firmly on a solid base. The

appliance is fitted with adjustable feet on the front side, which
can be used to level the appliance.

o To ensure proper ventilation for your freezer, there should be a

gap of at least 2 cm on each side between walls, 2 cm between
the back of the freezer and the wall and 3 cm between the top
and the roof or ceiling.

o If you are placing another cooling appliance next door to this

product, then there must be a gap of at least 2 cm between the
appliances. This will help to prevent condensation from forming.

o Be sure to leave enough space for the opening of the door, to

avoid damage to the appliance or personal injury.

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Reversing the door

IMPORTANT: BEFORE COMMENCING THE DOOR REVERSAL
PROCESS THE APPLIANCE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY.

o We suggest that two people complete the door reversal process.
o We recommend that the door reversal process is done before the

appliance is placed in its final position.

o If food is already stored inside of it, then this must all be

removed before beginning the door reversal process.

TOOLS REQUIRED

o Phillips style screwdriver
o Flat bladed screwdriver

1. Switch off the appliance at the socket and unplug it.

2. Unscrew the two screws on the top cover to remove it.

3. Unscrew the three screws on the top hinge.

4. Move the top hinge to the opposite side to
its original position. Move the top hinge pin,
shaft sheath and block piece to the opposite
side to their original positions also.

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5. Carefully remove the appliance door, placing it
gently on a cushioned surface, so that it doesn’t get
damaged.

6. Carefully tilt the appliance to a 60°
angle. Unscrew the three screws on the
bottom hinge and move them to the
opposite side from their original
positions.

7. Move the adjustable foot to the opposite
side from its original positions.

8. Rehang the door on the bottom hinge, making sure that it is
correctly aligned, before re-fixing the top hinge and reinstalling the top
cover.

IMPORTANT: Check that the door opens and shuts correctly,
without fouling, after you have completed the door reversal
process.

After the door has been reversed, you should check
the door seal of the appliance. The seal should not
be creased or crushed; otherwise there will be a gap
between it and the inside of the door.

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o The seal must adhere properly all the way around the door.
o If the seal is not adhering to the cabinet properly, then you

should either:-

1. Use a warm damp cloth and manipulate the seal until it does
adhere to the cabinet properly, all the way around the door.

OR

2. Use a hair dryer on its lowest heat setting and lightly heat the
areas of the door seal that are not adhering correctly. The
heat will make the seal more pliable and this will allow you to
manipulate the seal into the correct position.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT HEAT THE DOOR SEAL ON ANYTHING BUT
THE LOWEST HEAT SETTING, OR HEAT THE SEAL FOR A LONG
PERIOD OF TIME. OTHERWISE DAMAGE MAY BE CAUSED TO
THE DOOR SEAL, WHICH WOULD NOT BE RECTIFIED UNDER
THE GUARANTEE FREE OF CHARGE.

IMPORTANT: WHEN YOU HAVE REVERSED THE DOOR OF THE
APPLIANCE. AS YOU HAVE TILTED THE APPLIANCE
BACKWARDS, YOU MUST WAIT FOR 8 HOURS BEFORE
SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE BACK ON.

Troubleshooting

IMPORTANT: If your freezer appears not to be
operating properly, before contacting the Baumatic
Customer Care Department, please refer to the
checklist below.

My freezer does not appear to be working/there is no
power to my appliance.

o Check that the plug is fully inserted into the power socket.
o Check that there is power to your mains supply (e.g. that there

hasn’t been a power cut or that the fuse hasn’t blown).

o Check that the thermostat inside the appliance has not been

turned to the off position.

o Check that your mains supply voltage, corresponds to the

voltage stated on the rating plate of your appliance.

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My freezer appears to be performing poorly.

o Check that the appliance isn’t overloaded and that food hasn’t

been packed too tightly into it.

o The thermostat setting is too low; you should turn the

thermostat up higher.

o Ensure that the door is closing properly and that the door has

not been opened for a prolonged period in error.

o Ensure that there is adequate ventilation for your appliance.

My freezer is noisy.

o The refrigerant gas that circulates the pipework of the appliance

may make a slight noise, even if the compressor is not running.

o If the noise worsens or the appliance gets louder than normal;

check that it is levelled off correctly, that nothing is touching the
rear of the fridge and that nothing placed inside the appliance is
rattling.

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IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be
operating correctly, then you should disconnect it
from your mains supply and then contact the
Customer Care Department on telephone number
[phone].

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE
YOURSELF.

Please note that if an engineer is asked to attend whilst the product is
under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an
appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out
charge.

The appliance must be accessible for the engineer to perform
any necessary repair. If your appliance is installed in such a
way that an engineer is concerned that damage will be caused
to the appliance or your kitchen, then he will not complete a
repair.

This includes situations where appliances have been tiled in,
sealed in with sealant, have wooden obstructions placed in
front of the appliance, like plinths. Or any installation other
than the one specified by Baumatic Ltd. has been completed.

Please refer to the conditions of guarantee that appear on the
warranty card that you receive with the appliance.

IMPORTANT: Baumatic Ltd. operates a policy of continuous
improvement and reserves the right to adjust and modify its
products without prior notification.

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United Kingdom

Baumatic Ltd.,
Baumatic Buildings,
6 Bennet Road,
Reading, Berkshire
RG2 0QX
United Kingdom

Sales Telephone

[phone]

Sales Fax

[phone]

Customer Care Telephone

[phone]

Customer Care Fax

[phone]

Spares Telephone

[phone]

Advice Line Telephone

[phone]

E-mail:

[e-mail]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]

Website:

www.baumatic.co.uk

Republic of Ireland

Service Telephone

1-890 812 724

Spares Telephone

091 756 771

Czech Republic

Baumatic CR spol s.r.o.
Průmyslová zóna Sever 696
460 11 Liberec 11
Czech Republic

[phone]

www.baumatic.cz

Slovakia

Baumatic Slovakia, s.r.o.
Galvániho 7/D
Slovakia

[phone]

Germany

Baumatic Gmbh
Lilienthalstrasse 1
320 52 Herford
Deutschland

[phone]

www.baumatic.de

Italy

Baumatic Italia S.R.L.
Via Galvani N.3
35011 Campodarsego (PD)

[phone]

www.baumatic.it

Holland

Baumatic Benelux B.V.
Grindzuigerstraat 22
1333 MS ALMERE
Nederland

[phone]

www.baumatic.nl

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