Beko CSA 21032 Operating Instructions

CSA21032

REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER type I

KÜHL-GEFRIER-Typ I

RÉFRIGÉRATEUR-CONGÉLATEUR Type I

FRIGO-CONGELATORE di tipo I

WARNING!

In order to ensure a normal operation of your refrigerating appliance, which uses a completely environmentally friendly
refrigerant the R600a (flammable only under certain conditions) you must observe the following rules:

 Do not hinder the free circulation of the air around the appliance.
 Do not use mechanical devices in order to accelerate the defrosting, others than the ones recommended by the

manufacturer.

 Do not destroy the refrigerating circuit.
 Do not use electric appliances inside the food keeping compartment, other than those that might have been

recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNUNG!

Ihr Gerät verwendet ein umweltverträgliches Kältemittel, R600a (nur unter bestimmten Umständen brennbar). Um
einen einwandfreien Betrieb Ihres Gerätes sicherzustellen, beachten Sie bitte folgende Vorschriften:

 Die Luftzirkulation um das Gerät darf nicht behindert sein.
 Verwenden Sie außer der vom Hersteller empfohlenen, keine mechanischen Hilfsmittel, um den Abtauprozess zu

beschleunigen.

 Der Kältemittelkreislauf darf nicht beschädigt werden.
 Verwenden Sie im Lebensmittelaufbewahrungsbereich Ihres Gerätes keine elektrischen Geräte, es sei denn, sie

sind vom Hersteller empfohlen.

AVERTISSEMENT !

Afin de s’assurer du fonctionnement normal de votre réfrigérateur, contenant le réfrigérant R600a qui contribue à la
protection de l’environnement (inflammable dans certaines conditions seulement), il convient de respecter les règles

suivantes :

 Ne pas empêcher la circulation d’air autour de l'appareil.
 Ne pas utiliser d'outils mécaniques ou autres dispositifs pour accélérer le processus de décongélation autres que

ceux qui sont recommandés par le fabricant.

 Ne pas abîmer le circuit réfrigérant.
 Ne pas utiliser d’appareils électriques à l'intérieur des compartiments de conservation de denrées, à moins qu’ils

soient conformes au type d'appareils recommandés par le fabricant.

AVVERTENZA!

Per garantire il funzionamento adeguato dell'elettrodomestico, che utilizza il refrigerante R600a completamente adatto
all'ambiente (infiammabile solo in determinate condizioni), è necessario attenersi alle seguenti regole:

 Non ostacolare la libera circolazione dell'aria attorno all'elettrodomestico.
 Per accelerare lo sbrinamento non utilizzare dispositivi meccanici diversi da quelli consigliati dal produttore.
 Non danneggiare il circuito refrigerante.
 Non utilizzare all'interno del comparto del cibo elettrodomestici diversi da quelli consigliati dal produttore.

La sécurité d’abord /19
Conditions électriques /20
Instructions de transport /20
Instructions d’installation /20
Apprendre à connaître votre appareil /21
Suggestion d’agencement des denrées
dans l’appareil /21
Commande de température et réglage /22
Avant l’utilisation /22
Conservation des denrées surgelées /22
Congélation des produits frais /22
Fabrication de glaçons /22
Dégivrage /23
Remplacer l'ampoule intérieure /23
Nettoyage et entretien /23
Repositionnement de la porte /24
À faire / À éviter /24
Consommation énergétique /25
Informations relatives aux bruits de fonctionnement /26
Diagnostic /26
Caractéristiques techniques /27

Sicurezza iniziale /28
Requisiti elettrici /29
Istruzioni per il trasporto; Istruzioni di installazione /29
Informazioni generali sull'elettrodomestico /30
Suggerimenti sulla disposizione del cibo

nell'elettrodomestico /30
Controllo e regolazione della temperatura /30
Prima della messa in funzione /31
Conservazione di cibo congelato /31
Congelamento di cibo fresco /31
Preparazione dei cubetti di ghiaccio /31
Sbrinamento /32
Sostituzione della lampadina interna /32
Pulizia e manutenzione /32
Riposizionamento dello sportello /33
Cosa fare e cosa non fare /33
Consumo energetico /34
Informazioni sui rumori di funzionamento /35
Risoluzione dei problemi /35
Dati tecnici /36

Safety first /1
Electrical requirements /2
Transportation instructions /2
Installation instructions /2
Getting to know your appliance /3
Suggested arrangement of food in the appliance /3
Temperature control and adjustment /3
Before operating /4
Storing frozen food /4
Freezing fresh food /4
Making ice cubes /4
Defrosting /5
Replacing the interior light bulb /5
Cleaning and care /5
Repositioning the door /6
Do’s and don’ts /6
Energy consumption /7
Information about operating noises /8
Troubleshooting /8
Thechnical data /9

Wichtige Hinweise für Ihre Sicherheit /10
Elektrischer Anschluss /11
Transporthinweise /11
Aufstellung des Gerätes /11
Geräteübersicht /12
Allgemeine Einlagerungsempfehlungen /12
Temperaturregelung. Einstellung der Temperatur /13
Bevor der Inbetriebnahme /13
Lagern von tiefgefrorenen Lebensmitteln /13
Einfrieren von frischen Lebensmitteln /14
Abtauen des Gerätes /14
Wechseln des türanschlags /14
Wechsel der Glühlampe /14
Reinigung und Pflege /15
Was Sie tun sollten und was auf keinen fall-einige

Hinweise /16
Energieverbrauch /17
Hinweise zu Geräuschen und Vibrationen /17
Massnahmen bei Betriebstőrunger /18
Technische Daten /18

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GB Instruction for use

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This appliance is not intended for use by person with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Congratulations on your choice of a Quality
Appliance, designed to give you many years of service.

Safety first!

Do not connect your appliance to the electricity supply
until all packing and transit protectors have been
removed.

• Leave to stand for at least 12 hours before switching
on, to allow compressor oil to settle, if transported
horizontally.

• If you are discarding an old appliance with a lock or

latch fitted to the door, ensure that it is left in a safe
condition to prevent the entrapment of children.

• This appliance must only be used for its intended
purpose.

• Do not dispose of the appliance on a fire. Your

appliance contains non CFC substances in the
insulation which are flammable. We suggest you
contact your local authority for information on disposal
and available facilities.

• We do not recommend use of this appliance in an
unheated, cold room. (e.g. garage, conservatory,
annex, shed, out-house etc.)
To obtain the best possible performance and trouble
free operation from your appliance it is very important to
read these instructions carefully. Failure to observe
these instructions may invalidate your right to free
service during the guarantee period.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for easy
reference.

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Electrical requirements

Before inserting the plug into the wall socket
make sure that the voltage and the frequency
shown in the rating plate inside the appliance
corresponds to your electricity supply.
We recommend that this appliance is
connected to the mains supply via a suitably
switched and fused socket in a readily
accessible position.

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

Repairs to electrical equipment should only be
performed by a qualified technician. Incorrect
repairs carried out by an unqualified person
are carry risks that may have critical
consequences for the user of the appliance.

ATTENTION!

This appliance operates with R600a which is
an environmental friendly but flammable gas.
During the transportation and fixing of the
product, care must be taken not to damage
the cooling system. If the cooling system is
damaged and there is a gas leakage from the
system, keep the product away from open
flame sources and ventilate the room for a
while.
WARNING - Do not use mechanical devices
or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, others than those recommended by
the manufacturer.
WARNING - Do not damage the refrigerant
circuit.
WARNING - Do not use electrical appliances
inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING - If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.

Transportation instructions

1. The appliance should be transported only in
an upright position. The packing as supplied
must be intact during transportation.

2. If during the transport the appliance, has
been positioned horizontally, it must not be
operated for at least 12 hours, to allow the
system to settle.

3. Failure to comply with the above
instructions could result in damage to the
appliance, for which the manufacturer will not
be held liable.

4. The appliance must be protected against
rain, moisture and other atmospheric
influences.

Important!

• Care must be taken while cleaning/carrying
the appliance not to touch the bottom of the
condenser metal wires at the back of the
appliance, as this could cause injury to fingers
and hands.

• Do not attempt to sit or stand on top of your

appliance as it is not designed for such use.
You could injure yourself or damage the
appliance.

• Make sure that the mains cable is not caught

under the appliance during and after moving,
as this could damage the cable.

• Do not allow children to play with the

appliance or tamper with the controls.

Installation instructions

1. Do not keep your appliance in a room
where the temperature is likely to fall below 10
degrees C (50 degrees F) at night and/or
especially in winter, as it is designed to
operate in ambient temperatures between +10
and +38 degrees C (50 and 100 degrees F).
At lower temperatures the appliance may not
operate, resulting in a reduction in the storage
life of the food.

2. Do not place the appliance near cookers or
radiators or in direct sunlight, as this will
cause extra strain on the appliance's
functions. If installed next to a source of heat
or freezer, maintain the following minimum
side clearances:
From Cookers 30 mm
From Radiators 300 mm
From Freezers 25 mm

3. Make sure that sufficient room is provided
around the appliance to ensure free air
circulation (Item 2).

• Put the back airing lid to the back of your

refrigerator to set the distance between the
refrigerator and the wall (Item 3).

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4. The appliance should be positioned on a
smooth surface. The two front feet can be
adjusted as required.To ensure that your
appliance is standing upright adjust the two
front feet by turning clockwise or anti­clockwise, until firm contact is secured with
the floor. Correct adjustment of feet prevents
excessive vibration and noise (Item 4).

5. Refer to "Cleaning and Care" section to
prepare your appliance for use.

Getting to know your appliance

(Item 1)

1 - Thermostat and lamp housing
2 - Adjustable Cabinet shelves
3 - Wine bottles support
4 - Water collector
5 - Crisper cover
6 - Crispers

7 - Ice tray support & ice tray
8 - Compartment for quickly freezing
9 - Compartment for frozen froods keeping
10 - Adjustable foot
11 - Dairy Compartment
12 - Shelf for jars
13 - Shelf for bottles

Suggested arrangement of food in
the appliance

Guidelines for obtaining optimum storage and
hygiene:

1. The fridge compartment is for the short­term storage of fresh food and drinks.

2. The freezer compartment is
rated and suitable for the freezing and
storage of pre-frozen food.
The recommendation for storage as
stated on the food packaging should be
observed at all times.

3. Dairy products should be stored in the
special compartment provided in the door
liner.

4. Cooked dishes should be stored in airtight
containers.

5. Fresh wrapped produce can be kept on
the shelf. Fresh fruit and vegetables should be
cleaned and stored in the crispers.

6. Bottles can be kept in the door section.

7. To store raw meat, wrap in polythene bags
and place on the lowest shelf. Do not allow to
come into contact with cooked food, to avoid
contamination. For safety, only store raw meat
for two to three days.

8. For maximum efficiency, the removable
shelves should not be covered with paper or
other materials to allow free circulation of cool
air.

9. Do not keep vegetable oil on door
shelves. Keep the food packed, wrapped or
covered. Allow hot food and beverages to cool
before refrigerating. Leftover canned food
should not be stored in the can.

10. Fizzy drinks should not be frozen and
products such as flavoured water ices should
not be consumed too cold.

11. Some fruit and vegetables suffer damage
if kept at temperatures near 0°C. Therefore
wrap pineapples, melons, cucumbers,
tomatoes and similar produce in polythene
bags.

12. High-proof alcohol must be stored upright
in tightly closed containers. Never store
products that contain an inflammable
propellant gas (e.g. cream dispensers, spray
cans, etc.) or explosive substances. These
are an explosion hazard.

13. For increasing the space of storing the
pre-frozen food in the compartment,
the ice tray can be removed.

Temperature control and adjustment

Operating temperatures are controlled by the
thermostat knob (Item 5) and may be set at
any position between 1 and 5 (the coldest
position).
The average temperature inside the fridge
should be around +5°C (+41°F).
Therefore adjust the thermostat to obtain the
desired temperature. Some sections of the
fridge may be cooler or warmer (such as
salad crisper and top part of the cabinet)
which is quite normal. We recommend that
you check the temperature periodically with a
thermometer to ensure that the cabinet is kept
to this temperature. Frequent door openings
cause internal temperatures to rise, so it is
advisable to close the door as soon as
possible after use.

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Before operating

Final Check

Before you start using the appliance check
that:

1. The feet have been adjusted for perfect
levelling.

2. The interior is dry and air can circulate
freely at the rear.

3. The interior is clean as recommended
under "Cleaning and care.”

4. The plug has been inserted into the wall
socket and the electricity is switched on.
When the door is open the interior light will
come on.

And note that:

5. You will hear a noise as the compressor
starts up. The liquid and gases sealed within
the refrigeration system may also make some
(noise), whether the compressor is running or
not. This is quite normal.

6. Slight undulation of the top of the cabinet is
quite normal due to the manufacturing
process used; it is not a defect.

7. We recommend setting the thermostat knob
midway and monitor the temperature to
ensure the appliance maintains desired
storage temperatures (See section
Temperature Control and Adjustment).

8. Do not load the appliance immediately it is
switched on. Wait until the correct storage
temperature has been reached. We
recommend checking the temperature with an
accurate thermometer (see; Temperature
Control and Adjustment).

Storing frozen food

Your freezer is suitable for the long-term
storage of commercially frozen foods and also
can be used to freeze and store fresh food.
If there is a power failure, do not open the
door. Frozen food should not be affected if the
failure lasts for less than 18 hrs. If the failure
is longer, then the food should be checked
and either eaten immediately or cooked and
then re-frozen.

Freezing fresh food

Please observe the following instructions to
obtain the best results.
Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one
time. The quality of the food is best preserved
when it is frozen right through to the core as
quickly as possible.
Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your
appliance in 24 h.
Placing warm food into the freezer
compartment causes the refrigeration
machine to operate continously until the food
is frozen solid. This can temporarily lead to
excessive cooling of the refrigeration
compartment.
When freezing fresh food, keep the
thermostat knob at medium position. Small
quantities of food up to 1/2 kg. (1 lb) can be
frozen without adjusting the temperature
control knob.
Take special care not to mix already frozen
food and fresh food.

Making ice cubes

Fill the ice - cube tray 3/4 full with water and
place it in the freezer. Loosen frozen trays
with a spoon handle or a similar implement;
never use sharp-edged objects such as
knives or forks.

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Defrosting

A) Fridge compartment

The fridge compartment defrosts
automatically. The defrost water runs to the
drain tube via a collection container at the
back of the appliance (Item 6).
During defrosting, water droplets may form at
the back of the fridge compartment where a
concealed evaporator is located. Some
droplets may remain on the liner and refreeze
when defrosting is completed. Do not use
pointed or sharp-edged objects such as
knives or forks to remove the droplets which
have refrozen.
If, at any time, the defrost water does not
drain from the collection channel, check that
no food particles have blocked the drain tube.
The drain tube can be cleared with a pipe­cleaner or similar implement.
Check that the tube is permanently placed with
its end in the collecting tray on the compressor
to prevent the water spilling on the electric
installation or on the floor (Item 7).

B) Freezer compartment

Defrosting is very straightforward and without
mess, thanks to a special defrost collection
basin.
Defrost twice a year or when a frost layer of
around 7 (1/4") mm has formed. To start the
defrosting procedure, switch off the appliance
at the socket outlet and pull out the mains
plug.
All food should be wrapped in several layers
of newspaper and stored in a cool place (e.g.
fridge or larder).
Containers of warm water may be placed
carefully in the freezer to speed up the
defrosting.

Do not use pointed or sharp-edged
objects, such as knives or forks to remove
the frost.

Never use hairdryers, electrical heaters or
other such electrical appliances for defrosting.
Sponge out the defrost water collected in the
bottom of the freezer compartment. After
defrosting, dry the interior thoroughly (Item 8
& 9). Insert the plug into the wall socket and
switch on the electricity supply.

Replacing the interior light bulb

(Item 10)

In case that the light bulb is out of function it is
easily to replace. First make sure that the
refrigerator / freezer is disconnected from the
power supply by removing the plug. Take a
flat screwdriver and keep it carefully without
force into the left gap between lamp cover and
internal cabinet. Then press the handle of the
screwdriver carefully to the left side until you
notice that the left pin of the cover is
disengaged . Repeat this procedure on the
right gap, however now press the handle of
the screwdriver carefully to the right side. If
both sides are loosened the cover can be
removed easily.
Ensure that bulb is screwed securely in the
bulb holder. Plug the appliance into the power
supply. If the light still fails, replace E14
screw-cap type 15 Watt (Max) bulb from your
local electrical store and then fit it. Carefully
dispose of the burnt-out light bulb
immediately.
If you have changed the light bulb please fix

the cover again in it’s former position. Take

care that the cover snaps-in correctly.

Cleaning and care

1. We recommend that you switch off the
appliance at the socket outlet and pull out the
mains plug before cleaning.

2. Never use any sharp instruments or
abrasive substances, soap, household
cleaner, detergent or wax polish for cleaning.

3. Use luke warm water to clean the cabinet
of the appliance and wipe it dry.

4. Use a damp cloth wrung out in a solution
of one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one
pint of water to clean the interior and wipe it
dry.

5. Make sure that no water enters the
temperature control box.

6. If the appliance is not going to be used for
a long period of time, switch it off, remove all
food, clean it and leave the door ajar.

7. We recommend that you polish the metal
parts of the product (i.e. door exterior, cabinet
sides) with a silicone wax (car polish) to
protect the high quality paint finish.

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8. Any dust that gathers on the condenser,
which is located at the back of the appliance,
should be removed once a year with a
vacuum cleaner.

9. Check door seals regularly to ensure they
areclean and free from food particles.

10. Never:

• Clean the appliance with unsuitable material;

eg petroleum based products.

• Subject it to high temperatures in any way,

• Scour, rub etc., with abrasive material.

11. Removal of dairy cover and door tray :

• To remove the dairy cover, first lift the cover
up by about an inch and pull it off from the
side where there is an opening on the cover.

• To remove a door tray, remove all the

contents and then simply push the door tray
upwards from the base.

12. Make sure that the special plastic
container at the back of the appliance which
collects defrost water is clean at all times. If
you want to remove the tray to clean it, follow
the instructions below:

• Switch off at the socket outlet and pull out

the mains plug

• Gently uncrimp the stud on the compressor,
using a pair of pliers, so that the tray can be
removed

• Lift it up.

• Clean and wipe it dry

• Reassemble, reversing the sequence and

operations

13. To remove a drawer, pull it as far as
possible, tilt it upwards and then pull it out
completely.

Repositioning the door

Proceed in numerical order (Item 11).

Do’s and don’ts

Do- Clean and defrost your appliance

regularly (See "Defrosting")

Do- Keep raw meat and poultry below

cooked food and dairy products.

Do- Take off any unusable leaves on

vegetables and wipe off any soil.

Do- Leave lettuce, cabbage, parsley and

cauliflower on the stem.

Do- Wrap cheese firstly in greaseproof paper

and then in a polythene bag, excluding
as much air as possible. For best results,
take out of the fridge compartment an
hour before eating.

Do- Wrap raw meat and poultry loosely in

polythene or aluminium foil. This
prevents drying.

Do- Wrap fish and offal in polythene bags.
Do- Wrap food with a strong odour or which

may dry out, in polythene bags, or
aluminium foil or place in airtight
container.

Do- Wrap bread well to keep it fresh.
Do- Chill white wines, beer, lager and mineral

water before serving.

Do- Check contents of the freezer every so

often.

Do- Keep food for as short a time as possible

and adhere to "Best Before" and "Use
by" etc. dates.

Do- Store commercially frozen food in

accordance with the instructions given on
the packets.

Do- Always choose high quality fresh food

and be sure it is thoroughly clean before
you freeze it.

Do- Prepare fresh food for freezing in small

portions to ensure rapid freezing.

Do- Wrap all food in aluminium foil or freezer

quality polythene bags and make sure
any air is excluded.

Do- Wrap frozen food immediately after

purchasing and put it in to the freezer as
soon as possible.

Do- Defrost food in the fridge compartment.

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Don’t- Store bananas in your fridge

compartment.

Don’t- Store melon in your fridge. It can be

chilled for short periods as long as it
is wrapped to prevent it flavouring
other food.

Don’t- Cover the shelves with any protective

materials which may obstruct air
circulation.

Don’t- Store poisonous or any dangerous

substances in your appliance. It has
been designed for the storage of
edible foodstuffs only.

Don’t- Consume food which has been

refrigerated for an excessive length of
time.

Don’t- Store cooked and fresh food together

in the same container. They should
be packaged and stored separately.

Don’t- Let defrosting food or food juices drip

onto food.

Don’t- Leave the door open for long periods,

as this will make the appliance more
costly to run and cause excessive ice
formation.

Don’t- Use sharp edged objects such as

knives or forks to remove the ice.

Don’t- Put hot food into the appliance. Let it

cool down first.

Don’t- Put liquid-filled bottles or sealed cans

containing carbonated liquids into the
freezer, as they may burst.

Don’t- Exceed the maximum freezing loads

when freezing fresh food.

Don’t- Give children ice-cream and water

ices direct from the freezer. The low
temperature may cause 'freezer
burns' on lips.

Don’t- Freeze fizzy drinks.
Don’t- Try to keep frozen food which has

thawed; it should be eaten within 24
hours or cooked and refrozen.

Don’t- Remove items from the freezer with

wet hands.

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Energy consumption

Maximum frozen food storage volume is
achieved without using the drawers provided
in the freezer compartment. Energy
consumption of your appliance is declared
while the freezer compartment is fully loaded
without the use of drawers.

Practical advice concerning the reduction
of the electricity consumption

1. Make sure that the appliance is located in
well-ventilated areas, far from any source of
heat (cooker, radiator etc.). At the same time,
the location of the appliance must be done in
such a way that it prevents it to be under the
direct incidence of the sunbeams.

2. Make sure that the food purchased in
refrigerated/frozen condition is placed into the
appliance as soon as possible, especially
during summertime. It is recommended to use
thermal insulated bags to transport the food
home.

3. We recommend the thawing of the packets
taken out from the freezer compartment be
done in the refrigerator compartment. For this
purpose, the packet which is going to be
thawed will be placed in a vessel so that the
water resulting from the thawing does not leak
in the refrigerator compartment. We
recommend you to start the thawing at least
24 hours before the use of the frozen food.

4. We recommend reducing the number of
door openings to the minimum.

5. Do not keep the door of the appliance
open more than necessary and make sure
that after each opening the door is well
closed.