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8.8 cu.ft.
Frost Free Combi
Fridge / Freezer
FC 175F
BEKO plc
Beko House
Caxton Way
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD18 8UF
Tel: 0845 6004911
Fax: 0845 6004922
e-mail: service@beko.co.uk
website: www.beko.co.uk
Printed in Turkey
Part no: 48 3429 00 04
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Congratulations on your choice of a quality Appliance which has been designed to give you
service for many years.
WARNING !
IMPORTANT !
DO NOT connect your appliance to the electricity supply until all packing and transit protectors have been
removed.
•Leave to stand for at least 4 hours before switching on to allow compressor oil to settle if transported
horizontally.
•If you are discarding an old refrigerator with a lock or latch fitted to the door, disable the lock/latch,
ensure that it is left in a safe condition to prevent the entrapment of young children.
• This fridge/freezer must only be used for its intended purpose i.e the storing and freezing of edible
foodstuff.
•Do not dispose of the appliance on a fire. This appliance which is among the latest range introduced
is particularly environment friendly. Your appliance contains non CFC natural substances in the cooling
system and in the insulation (Called cyclopentane) which are potentially flammable if exposed to fire.
Therefore, take care not to damage, the cooling circuit / pipes of the appliance in transportation and
in use.In case of damage do not expose the appliance to fire, potential ignition source and immediately
ventilate the room where the appliance is situated.
•We suggest you contact your local authority for disposal information and facilities available
•See Installation Instructions on page 4 for information on suitable location..
•To obtain the best possible performance and trouble free operation from your appliance it is very
important to carefully read these instructions.
•On delivery, check to make sure that the product is not damaged and that all the parts and accessories
are in perfect condition.
•Ensure that the plug remains readily accessible. Do not use a multiple adapter bar or extension cable.
•Failure to observe these instructions may invalidate your right to free service during the guarantee
period.
WARNING- Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
WARNING- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other 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.
• We suggest you keep these instructions in a safe place for easy reference.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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.
CONTENTS PAGE
SAFETY FIRST / ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
4-5
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BEKO FRIDGE / FREEZER
REVERSING THE DOORS
7-8
SUGGESTED ARRANGEMENT OF FOOD IN THE FRIDGE / FREEZER
TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENT
STARTING
STORING FROZEN FOOD
FREEZING FRESH FOOD
LOW AMBIENT SWITCH USE
MAKING ICE CUBES
DEFROSTING
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PERFORMANCE
Energy efficiency class
Energy consumption - Kwh/year
Net storage - vol fresh food ltrs (cu.ft.)
Net storage - vol frozen food ltrs (cu.ft.)
Total net vol - ltrs (cu.ft.)
Frozen food compartment rating
Conservation time from failure
Freezing capacity fresh food - kg (lb) / 24 hrs.
Climate class
Operating noise level dB(A)
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Frost Free Combi
Fridge Freezer
FC 175F
A
303
137 lt. (4.8)
82 lt. (2.9)
219 lt. (7.7)
4 STAR
11 h.
3.5 (7.7)
SN
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CLEANING AND CARE
REPLACING THE INTERIOR LIGHT BULB
DO'S AND DON'TS
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
PROBLEM SOLVING
GUARANTEE DETAILS
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Before you insert 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.
Rating label is on the left hand side of fridge inner liner.
We recommend that this appliance is connected to the mains supply via a
suitable switched and fused socket in a readily accessible position.
Should the mains lead of the appliance become damaged or should it need
replacing at any time, it must be replaced by a special purpose made mains lead
which can only be obtained from a BEKO Authorised Service Agent.
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
If the fitted moulded plug is not suitable for your socket, then the plug should be
cut off and an appropriate plug fitted. Destroy the old plug which is cut off as a
plug with bared cord could cause a shock hazard if inserted into a socket
elsewhere in the house.
The moulded plug on this appliance incorporates a 13 A fuse. Should the fuse
need to be replaced an ASTABEAB approved BS 1362 fuse of the same rating must
be used. Do not forget to refit the fuse cover. In the event of losing the fuse cover
the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been fitted. Colour
of the replacement fuse cover must be the same colour as that visible on the pin
face of the plug. Fuse covers are available from any good electrical store.
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.
IMPORTANT! FITTING A DIFFERENT PLUG
As the colours of the wires in the
mains lead of this appliance may
not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals
in your plug proceed as follows:
(See diagram).
1. Connect the green-yellow or
green (Earth) wire to the terminal
in the plug marked 'E' or with
the symbol
or coloured
green and yellow or green.
2. Connect the blue (Neutral) wire
to the terminal in the plug
marked 'N' or coloured black.
GREEN &
YELLOW
OR
GREEN
N
BLUE
OR
BLACK
32mm.
BROWN
22mm.
6mm.
CORD GRIP
6mm.
OR
RED
L
6mm.
FUSE
12mm.
FITTED WITH
BS 1362 13A FUSE ALWAYS
3. Connect the brown (Live) wire to
the terminal in the plug marked 'L'
or coloured red.
With alternative plugs a 13 A fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adaptor or
in the main fuse box.
If in doubt contact a qualified electrician.
CARTRIDGE FUSE
FIT BS 1362 REPLACEMENT
TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. The appliance should be transported only in a vertical upright position. The
packing as supplied must be intact during transportation.
2. If during the course of transport the appliance has to be transported
horizontally, it must only be laid on its right hand side when standing in the
front of the appliance. After bringing it to upright position,it must not be operated
for at least 4 hours to allow the system to settle.
3. Failure to comply with the above instructions could result in damage occuring
to the appliance. The manufacturer will not be held responsible if these
instructions are disregarded.
4. The appliance must be protected against rain, moisture and other
atmospheric influences.
5. When positioning your appliance take care not to damage your flooring,
pipes, wall coverings etc. Do not move the appliance by pulling by the door
or handle.
6. Empty any water in the drain tray before moving. See section ‘Defrosting’ and
‘Care & cleaning’ for further information.
7. Make sure that the defrost water pipe at the back of the product is fixed to the
plastic evaporating pan on the top of the compressor, to avoid defrost water
spillage on the floor.
IMPORTANT : Care must be taken while cleaning / carrying the appliance to
avoid touching the bottom of the condenser metal wires at the back of the
appliance as you might injure your 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.
"IMPORTANT: Make sure that mains cable is not caught under the appliance
during and after carrying / moving the appliance, to avoid the mains cable
becoming cut or damaged."
Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls.
BEKO plc declines to accept any liability should the instructions not be
followed.
IMPORTANT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. The space in the room where the appliance is installed must not be smaller
than 10 cubic metres.
2. This appliance has been designed to operate in ambient temperatures up to 32
degrees C (90 degrees F) and is equipped with Low Ambient Switch which ensures
that the frozen food in the freezer will not defrost even if the ambient temperature
falls to 10 °C.
Do not put your fridge freezer in a cold room where the temperature is likely to go°
below +5 degrees C (41 degrees F) during night time and/or especially in winter.
This fridge freezer has been designed to operate in ambient temperatures
between +5 and +32 degrees C (41 and 90 degrees F) Therefore if the appliance
is installed in an unheated/cold room (eg: conservatory/annex/ shed/garage etc)
then the appliance will not operate causing the freezer compartment to run warmer
and as a result the storage time of frozen food may be reduced.
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If you have to install your appliance in a cold room, read the LOW AMBIENT
SWITCH USE on page 12.
3. Do not place the appliance near cookers, radiators or in direct sunlight as this
will cause your appliance to work harder. If installed next to a source of heat
or freezer, maintain the following minimum side clearances:
From Cookers 50 mm (2")
From Radiators 300 mm (12")
From Freezers 25 mm (1")
4. Make sure that sufficient room is provided
around the appliance to ensure free air
circulation.
Fit the Two plastic wall spacers
supplied with the appliance rotating
1/4 turn to the condenser at the back
of the appliance (See Diagram).
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMBI BEKO FRIDGE / FREEZER
5. The fridge/freezer should be located 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 anti-clockwise, until
the product is in firm contact with the floor.
Correct adjustment of feet avoids
excessive vibration and noise.
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