Baumatic RETRO12IV User Manual
RETRO12BL/
RETRO12IV
Fridge with icebox
USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
RETRO12BL/RETRO12IV
268 Litre retro style fridge
with icebox
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.
DD 04/02/09
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Contents
Contents ...............................................................................................3
Environmental note………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
Important safety information.................................................................5-6
Specifications of your RETRO12BL/RETRO12IV............................................6
Description of the appliance .....................................................................7
Description of the product features...........................................................................7-8
Using your Baumatic fridge freezer.........................................................8-9
Before switching on...................................................................................................8
During first use .....................................................................................................8-9
Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat...................................................9
Arranging and storing food in the fridge section .....................................9-10
The ice box...................................................................... 10-12
Fast freeze switch.............................................................................................. 10-11
Freezing fresh food ................................................................................................. 11
Tips on freezing...................................................................................................... 12
Making ice cubes .................................................................................................... 12
Cleaning and maintenance................................................................ 12-14
The defrost drain hole ............................................................................................. 13
Defrosting the ice box....................................................................... 13-14
Replacing the light bulb ...........................................................................................14
Installation ..................................................................................... 15-16
Electrical connection................................................................................................ 15
Positioning........................................................................................................ 15-16
Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 16-17
Contact details……………………………………………………………………………………………………18
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Environmental note
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.
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on
Waste electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol
indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it
shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in
accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information
about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact y our local city
offi ce, your hosehold waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product,
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.
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Important safety information
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 applianc e. If you are unsure of any
of the information contained in this booklet, please contact the Baumatic Advice Lin
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 chilled and refrigerated. 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.
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.
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o Always ensure that the location where you are insta lling 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.
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 Service
Department.
Specifications of your RETRO12BL/RETRO12IV
Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic fridge freezer
o Total gross/net capacity: 271/268 litres
o Gross capacity (fridge/freezer): 250/21 litres
o Energy efficiency: A+
o Star rating: ****
o Adjustable thermostat
o Automatic defrost (fridge section)
o Fast freeze function
o Ice box
o 4 Adjustable glass shelves
o 2 Bottle shelves
o 2 Egg racks
o 2 General racks
o Salad crisper
o Ice cube tray
o Adjustable feet
Dimensions of appliance
Height: 1465 mm
Width: 600 mm
Depth: 635 mm
* 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
on the front left edge of the inside of the fridge section. You will need to open the door of your appliance 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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