RETRO1
FRIDGE-FREEZER
User Manual for your
RETRO
FRIDGE-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.
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CONTENTS
YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER’S SPECIFICATIONS …….…….3
SAFETY INFORMATION / ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE …. 4
USING YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER…………………………5-18
YOUR RETRO FRIDGE-FREEZER………………………….5
BEFORE USING YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER………………6
USING YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER……………………..…7-8
ARRANGING FOOD ……………………………………….9-15
DEFROSTING…………………………..…………………16-17
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE…………………………18
INSTALLING YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER……………..….19
TROUBLESHOOTING ………………………………….……20
CONDITIONS OF GUARANTEE…………………………….…21
CONTACT DETAILS……………………………………………...22
HT MOD 02/03/06
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Specifications of your RETRO Fridge
Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic RETRO
Fridge!
Your Fridge has:
 Gross capacity: 195 litres
 Net capacity (fridge / freezer): 175/20 litres
 Energy efficiency class: A
 Star rating: ****
 3 Safety glass shelves
 2 Salad Crispers
 Butter compartment
 Egg rack
 Bottle rack
 Meat box
Dimensions mm (H x W x D)
1240 x 540 x 620
To fully enjoy using your appliance long into the future,
please firstly familiarise yourself with the specifications,
safety advice and operational instructions included in this
manual.
NOTE:
When you install your Refrigerator, it is important to bear in
mind its climatic rating.
In order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, check
the data rating tag inside your refrigerator. It indicates the
ambient temperature range within which your appliance will
function.
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Important Safety Information: Please Read this before installing & using.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
•
NOTE - This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance of
electrical current. You will be able to tell if it is because a non-grounded appliance will give off
an electrical discharge. Manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage due to nongrounding of appliance.
• DURING THE GUARANTEE PERIOD ONLY BAUMATIC SERVICE ENGINEERS OR AN AUTHORISED AGENT OF
BAUMATIC SHOULD CARRY OUT REPAIRS ON THIS UNIT.
• DO NOT USE IF THE SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED. NEVER TAKE RISKS WITH FIRE!
ENSURE YOU CONNECT THIS APPLIANCE TO A SUPPLY RATED AT 220-240V (or 200-230V) and 50HZ.
NOTE: the supporting structure is constructed in panels of treated sheet steel, electrostatically
enamelled to resist ill-treatment and to give long-lasting beauty and shine.
: Do not attempt to alter the specifications of
this appliance. Doing so could damage the
machine, cause injury & invalidate your
warranty. DO NOT USE ADAPTERS/SHUNTS.
: Do not allow children to play with, near or
inside this Fridge-Freezer.
: Never allow the back coils of the Fridge-freezer
to come into contact with any wall surface.
ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE SPACE INTO
WHICH YOU ARE PLACING YOUR APPLIANCE IS
FREE OF STORED ITEMS SUCH AS PAPERS OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIALS.
: NEVER block the VENTILATION OPENINGS OF THE
: Do not pull on the power supply cable to
free the plug from the wall!
: Do not attempt to use your Fridge-Freezer
outdoors or any place where it is likely to
come into contact with the elements.
: Do not pull out or insert the plug with wet
hands.
: Before any cleaning or maintenance work,
ensure that the appliance has been
disconnected from the power supply.
PLEASE OBSERVE ALL INSTALLATION ADVICE IN THIS MANUAL FOR
SAFE USAGE OF YOUR APPLIANCE.
Note: Before discarding an old refrigerator/freezer, switch off and disconnect it
from the power supply. Cut off and render any plug useless. Ensure that the door
cannot jam (removing it is best), regardless of whether or not it can be pushed open
from inside. AN OLD FRIDGE/FREEZER CAN BE A DEADLY PLAYTHING FOR CHILDREN!
APPLIANCE EITHER INSIDE OR ON ITS EXTERIOR.
IT IS VITAL TO KEEP YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER WELL
VENTILATED SO THAT THERE IS PROPER AIR FLOW
BETWEEN THE BOTTOM OF THE UNIT AND THE
PLINTH / KICK PLATE ON WHICH IT IS SITTING.
: WARNING – DO NOT DAMAGE THE REFRIGERANT
CIRCUIT. AT THE END OF THE FUNCTIONAL LIFE
OF THE EQUIPMENT (WHICH USES COOLING GAS
R600o [ISOBUTANE]) AND INFLAMMABLE GAS
INSIDE THE INSULATING FOAM, IT MUST BE
PLACED IN SAFETY BEFORE SENDING IT FOR
PROPER WASTE DISPOSAL.
CONFORMITY TO W.E.E.E. DIRECTIVE
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Using your Baumatic RETRO Refrigerator:
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Your RETRO Refrigerator
KEY
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3
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4
5
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1. Dairy Section – For storing dair
products such as butter and
cheese.
2. Small Pocket – For storing
small, packaged foods.
3. Small Bottle Rack – For
storing smaller bottles &
containers.
4. Bottle Rack – For storing ors
5. Crisper Drawers
6. Fridge Shelves
7. Control Panel and Light
8. Freezer Compartment.
9. Appliance
UPON DELIVERY:
When your refrigerator has been delivered, you will need
to wait approximately 8 hours
fluid of the compressor installed in the appliance will
need time to settle. PLEASE DO NOT PLUG IN ANY
EARLIER THAN THIS!
NOTE:
THERE CAN BE AN ODOUR WHEN
YOU FIRST SWITCH ON THE
APPLIANCE. IT WILL VANISH
WHEN THE UNIT STARTS
COOLING.
before turning it on. The
We recommend that you
have the Refrigerator
delivered near to where you
plan to install it so that this
fluid can settle.
SITUATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
CAUTION
AND LEAVE AT LEAST 5CM OF SPACE ABOVE THE UPPER SECTION
AND 5 INCHES (12.7 CM) BETWEEN THE REAR OF THE APPLIANCE
AND THE WALL BEHIND IT.
FOR FULL INSTALLATION ADVICE, PLEASE SEE PAGE 14
MAKE A NOTE OF THE LOCATION FOR YOUR NEW FRIDGE-FREEZER. MAKE
SURE THAT IT WILL FIT PROPERLY SO THAT:
1) The doors can open freely and completely.
2) You can access your food conveniently.
3) There is sufficient space at the back for the cooling coils to
give off heat safely & that they do not touch the plug (see SAFETY
SECTION).
: DO NOT PLACE THE APPLIANCE NEAR HEAT SOURCES
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Turning on your Baumatic RETRO FRIDGE-FREEZER:
PLEASE FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE DISPLAY PANEL AT THE TOP OF
THE UNIT (ILLUSTRATED BELOW).
THERMOSTAT
• The thermostat automatically settles the temperature inside the
appliance. Turn the knob from setting ‘0’ to setting ‘5’ to obtain
increasingly colder temperatures.
• To obtain the optimum temperature inside both the refrigerator and
the freezer, turn the thermostat to a middle setting (see Fig.9,
above).
• While adjusting the cold setting, however, keep in mind how often
the door is opened, the amount of food placed on the racks and the
ambient (room) temperature.
NOTE
• When arranging food, do it in such a way so as to allow a good
circulation of air inside the refrigerator.
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UNDERSTANDING your Baumatic RETRO Refrigerator
NOTE: When you first switch
on the appliance, allow 24
hours for it to cool down to
the desired temperature.
During this time, DO NOT open the
door often or place a lot of food
inside the unit.
* If the appliance is switched off then switched back on again
after a short period, the compressor will start up again
after approximately half-an-hour. This is part of the normal
operation of the appliance.
MAKING ICE CUBES
Pour water into the Ice cube tray. Fill
to ¾ full in each cell of the tray then
place the tray in the topmost
the freezer compartment.
Do not use a knife or other metal tools
to take ice out of the tray once ice has
been made.
Ice can easily be removed by hand
after the tray has been placed in
warm water for a short time.
shelf of
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Reminder: Allow the unit time to settle after
delivery. If your plug and power socket are now
behind the fridge and you still need to move the
unit into place, be especially careful: Remember
to leave a safe distance between the back of the
fridge and the wall.
USING your Baumatic RETRO FRIDGE:
o You switch your fridge OFF by turning the
thermostat knob to position ‘0’.
NOTE: When you first switch on the appliance, allow
24 hours for it to cool down to the desired
temperature. During this time, DO NOT open the
door often or place a lot of food inside the unit.
WARNING! If the appliance is switched off
then switched back on again after a short
period, the compressor will start up again after
approximately half-an-hour. This is part of the
normal operation of the appliance.
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ARRANGING FOOD IN YOUR FRIDGE
• To reduce humidity and the consequent increase of
frost, NEVER place liquids in unsealed containers in
the refrigerator. Frost tends to concentrate in the
coldest parts of the evaporator. In time, the unit
will need more frequent defrosting if too much
humidity develops inside it.
• NEVER place warm food inside the refrigerator.
Warm food must be allowed to cool at room
temperature. It should then be arranged to ensure
adequate air circulation in the refrigerator
compartment.
• DO NOT ALLOW anything to touch the refrigerator’s
back wall as it will cause frost. Also, packaging,
especially paper, can stick to it and spoil.
• DO NOT open the refrigerator door too often or
leave it open for long spells of time.
• ARRANGE meat and cleaned fish (wrapped in
packages or sheets of plastic) which you will then
use within 1-2 days.
• You can put fruits and vegetables into the crisper
without packing them.
• Use the egg holders provided in the door space to
store your eggs.
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DEFROSTING
YOUR REFRIGERATOR WILL NOT REQUIRE DEFROSTING AS DEFROSTING
OCCURS AUTOMAIALLY.
HOWEVER, YOU WILL HAVE TO DEFROST THE ICE BOX (FREEZER
COMPARTMENT) WHEN THE FROST IS 3-5 MM THICK OTHERWISE YOUR
APPLIANCE WILL NOT WORK EFFICIENTLY.
TO DEFROST YOUR ICE BOX, REMOVE ALL THE FOOD FROM WITHIN AND WRAP
IN NEWSPAPER, BEARING IN MIND THAT THE INEVITABLE RISE IN
TEMPERATURE WILL MEAN THAT THEY WILL HAVE TO BE EATEN SHORTLY
THEREAFTER.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT USE METAL UTENSILS OR KNIFES TO BREAK ICE OFF FROM THE
INSIDE OF THE ICE BOX.
• DO NOT USE DEFROTSING SPRAYS – THEY MAY BE TOXIC.
TIPS FOR ENERGY SAVINGS
9 Try not to open the door too often, especially when
the weather is wet and hot. Once you open the
door, be sure to close it as soon as possible.
9 Use higher thermostat settings only if essential
and not for constant, long-term use.
9 Before loading the appliance with packages of
fresh foods, ensure they are cooled to an ambient
temperature (except in the case of soup).
9 If the door seal (gasket) is damaged, the energy
consumption will be much higher. To keep the
sealing in good condition, be sure not to spill oils
or fats on it. A damaged seal will need to be
replaced.
9 The condenser at the bottom of the appliance must
always be clean and free of dust.
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CLEANING / MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Before attempting to clean your Fridge-Freezer,
UNPLUG IT and make sure you do the following:
9 Remove the baskets and the ice-cube tray.
9 Leave the door open.
9 In order to collect water deposits, take out the bottom drawer and soak up the
water using a sponge.
9 Clean the inside of your Fridge-Freezer using a solution of soda
bicarbonate in warm water (1 tablespoon Bicarbonate to 2 litres of water).
9 Clean the condenser (back of unit) with a broom once a year.
NEVER USE SOLVENTS TO CLEAN THE INSIDE OF YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER.
MAINTENANCE THE ONLY MAINTENANCE YOUR FRIDGE-
FREEZER REQUIRES IS THE REPLACEMENT OF THE INTERNAL BULB.
REMEMBER TO UNPLUG YOU APPLIANCE FIRST!
1) Carefully remove the light cover.
2) Replace the spent bulb with a new one (max.
15W)
3) Remount the light cover.
4) Plug your fridge-freezer back in.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS –RETRO FRIDGE:
1) Allow for adequate space and install your fridge on a
firm, level floor. This is very important as the appliance
must be level so that there will be no unnatural noises or
poor cooling.
2) Ensure that you are going to be placing your fridge-
freezer away from heat sources and in a well-ventilated
position. This should be at least 50 cm from radiators, gas
or coal stoves and 5 cm away from electric stoves. Do not
place the appliance in the path of direct sunlight.
3) Make sure that the plug is accessible after positioning
your fridge-freezer.
4) Keep a space of 15cm above your fridge freezer.
5) You need 5 inches,
(12.7 cm) clearance
This will maintain
good performance.
between the rear of
your appliance and
the wall behind it. If
supplied, fit the plastic
wall spacers to the
condenser at the back
of the refrigerator.
6) If placing beside another refrigerator or freezer, keep at
least 2cm between the units to prevent condensation.
7) Gently move the appliance into place or, in the case of
installing in a unit, into its housing.
8) Your fridge-freezer
each foot to either raise or
has adjustable feet so you
will be able to level it to the
surface on which you want
to install it. Simply turn
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lower it.
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INSTALLATION-AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
GUIDELINES
YOU MUST install this appliance in well ventilated, dry
room.
Energy use is affected by the ambient temperature.
You are therefore advised to:
Not expose the appliance to direct sunlight;
Not install the appliance next to radiators,
cookers or other sources of heat;
Only install the appliance at a location whose
ambient temperature corresponds to the climate
classification, for which the appliance is designed.
The climate classification can be found on the data rating
tag, which is located at the left on the inside of the
appliance.
Cooling Temperature Ranges
Climate Classification Recommended Ambient
Temp.
SN +10 to +32° C
N +16 to +32° C
ST +18 to +38°C
T +18 to +43°C
If the appliance is installed next to another refrigerator
or freezer a clearance of 5 cm at the side is required.
This is to prevent the formation of condensation on the
outside of the appliance.
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Trace a problem using the table below instead of having to call for
Troubleshooting
help.
PROBLEM WHAT TO DO
YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER DOES NOT
APPEAR TO BE WORKING / OPERATION
LAMPS ARE OFF WHEN THEY SHOULD BE
ON / FOOD HAS
DEFROSTED WITHOUT YOUR
KNOWLEDGE / NO APPARENT POWER
CHECK THAT THE PLUG IS WELL-INSERTED INTO THE
POWER SOCKET
THAT THERE IS POWER FROM THE MAINS – THERE MAY BE
A BLACKOUT OR YOUR FUSES MAY HAVE BLOWN.
THAT THE ELECTRONIC THERMOSTAT (REGULATOR FOUND
ON THE INSIDE WALL OF THE FRIDGE-FREEZER NEAR THE
TOP) IS IN THE RECOMMENDED FUNCTIONING POSITION
AND NOT ‘0’ (OFF).
THAT THE SOCKET IS SUFFICIENT AND NO ADAPTER
OR EXTENSION LEADS HAVE BEEN USED.
THAT THE POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE CORRESPONDS
TO THE APPLIANCE.
YOU HAVE OVERLOADED THE APPLIANCE. TAKE OUT
AND CONSUME FOOD; LOOK FOR OUT-OF-DATE FOOD
THAT CAN BE DISPOSED OF.
YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER APPEARS TO BE
PERFORMING POORLY
THERE IS A NOISE
IMPORTANT
– MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS ADEQUATE AIR FLOW
FOR YOUR FRIDGE-FREEZER. PARTICULAR AREAS TO WATCH
INCLUDE THE SPACE BETWEEN THE FEET. KEEPING THESE
AREAS WITH ADEQUATE AIR-CIRCULATION WILL PREVENT YOUR
FRIDGE FREEZER FROM EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS.
THE THERMOSTAT SETTING IS SET TO ‘1’. SET IT
HIGHER.
ENSURE THAT THE DOOR HAS BEEN CLOSED PROPERLY.
FOR INSTANCE, THERE MAY BE A PROBLEM INSIDE THE
UNIT, KEEPING THE DOOR OPEN OR ANOTHER
FAULT, SUCH AS BROKEN OR MISSING
DOOR SEAL.
ENSURE THAT THERE IS NO DUST ON THE CONDENSER.
ENSURE THAT THERE IS ENOUGH ROOM AT THE REAR AND
SIDES OF THE UNIT/
THE COOLING GAS WHICH CIRCULATES MAY MAKE
A SLIGHT NOISE (BUBBLING SOUND) EVEN WHEN
THE COMPRESSOR IS NOT RUNNING. THIS IS
NORMAL. IF THESE SOUNDS CHANGE, ENSURE:
YOUR UNIT IS WELL LEVELLED /
NOTHING IS TOUCHING THE REAR OF THE UNIT /
NO MATERIAL ON THE APPLIANCE IS VIBRATING.
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BAUMATIC LTD. -CONDITIONS OF GUARANTEE.
Dear Customer,
The conditions of guarantee which apply to your Baumatic appliance are as follows: This product is
guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase.
Baumatic Ltd will repair any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship free of charge
during this period.
*In addition, your appliance is covered by a 5 year parts warranty. Baumatic Ltd will provide free of charge
the parts required to repair the appliance, only if they are fitted by a Baumatic engineer, for any defect
that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship within a period of 5 years from the original purchase
date.
*An additional and annually renewable insurance scheme for labour is available should you wish to extend
the warranty period.
Should any person other than an authorised representative of Baumatic Ltd interfere with the appliance,
the policy is negated and Baumatic Ltd will be under no further liability.
The guarantee covers the appliance for normal domestic use only, unless otherwise stated.
Any claims made under the terms of the guarantee must be supported by the original invoice/bill of sale
issued at the time of purchase.
This guarantee is transferable only with the written consent of Baumatic Ltd.
If the appliance fails and is considered either not repairable or uneconomical to repair between twelve
months and five years from purchase date, a free of charge replacement will not be offered.
The guarantee for any replacement will only be for the remainder of the guarantee on the original product
purchased.
This guarantee does not cover:
x Sinks and taps
X Failure to comply with the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
X The replacement of cosmetic components or accessories.
X Accidental damage or wilful abuse.
X Subsequent loss or damage owing to the failure of the appliance or electrical supply.
X Incorrect installation.
X Losses caused by Acts of God, civil war, failure to obtain spare parts, strikes or lockouts.
X Filters, fuses, light bulbs, external hoses, damage to bodywork, paintwork, plastic items, covers,
baskets, trays, shelves, burner bases, burner caps, decals, corrosion, rubber seals..
In the course of the work carried out it may be necessary to remove the appliance from its operating
position. Whilst all reasonable care will be taken, Baumatic Ltd cannot accept responsibility for damage
sustained to any property whatsoever in this process.
This guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Contacting Baumatic.
SALES SERVICE SPARES TECHNICAL / ADVICE
TEL: 0118 933 6900 TEL: 0118 933 6911 TEL: 0118 933 6922 TEL: 0118 9336933
FAX: 0118 931 0035 FAX: 0118 986 9124 FAX: 0118 933 6942 FAX: 0118 9336942
For mainland UK and Northern Ireland, please contact one of the above numbers for further information or
any other query you may have.
For ROI (Republic of Ireland), please contact one the numbers below:
TEL: 01 - 6266798 FAX: 01 - 6266634
Thank you for buying Baumatic.
*Applies to UK, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland only. (Republic of Ireland has 1 year labour and 1 year parts warranty only) .
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Baumatic Ltd
Make-up for your kitchen
Headquarters
Baumatic Ltd.
Baumatic Buildings,
6 Bennet Road,
Reading,
Berkshire
RG2 0QX, United Kingdom
Sales Telephone
+44 118 933 6900
Sales Fax
+44 118 931 0035
Service Telephone
+44 118 933 6911
Service Fax
+44 118 986 9124
Spares Telephone
+44 118 933 6922
Technical / Advice Telephone
+44 118 933 6933
E-mail
sales@baumatic.co.uk
technical@baumatic.co.uk
Http (Internet site):
www.baumatic.com
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