Beko GNE V422 P Operating Instructions

GNE V422 P

Refrigerator

Réfrigérateur

Kühlschrank/

Gefrierschrank

Please read this manual first!

Dear Customer,

We hope that your product, which has been produced in modern plants and checked under the most meticulous quality control procedures, will provide you an effective service.

For this, we recommend you to carefully read the entire manual of your product before using it and keep it at hand for future references.

This manual

•Will help you use your appliance in a fast and safe way.

•Read the manual before installing and operating your product.

•Follow the instructions, especially those for safety.

•Keep the manual in an easily accessible place as you may need it later.

•Besides, read also the other documents provided with your product.

Please note that this manual may be valid for other models as well.

Symbols and their descriptions

This instruction manual contains the following symbols:

C Important information or useful usage tips.

AWarning against dangerous conditions for life and property.

BWarning against electric voltage.

This product is supplied with the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical Recycling and electronic equipment (WEEE).

This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European Directive 2002/96/EC in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimise its impact on the environment. For further information, please contact your local or regional authorities.

Electronic products not included in the selective sorting process are potentially dangerous for the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances.

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CONTENTS

1 Your Refrigerator	3
2 Important Safety Warnings	4
Intended use........................................	4
For products with a water dispenser;....	6
Child safety..........................................	6
HCA Warning.......................................	6
Things to be done for energy saving.....	7
Reccomendations for freshfood
compartment........................................	7
3 Installation	8
Points to be considered when re-
transporting your refrigerator.................	8
Before operating your refrigerator..........	8
Electric connection...............................	9
Disposing of the packaging...................	9
Disposing of your old refrigerator..........	9
Placing and Installation.........................	9
Changing the illumination lamp ............	9
Floor balance adjustment....................	10
Adjusting the gap between the upper
door...................................................	12
Installing Water Filter ..........................	13
Connection of the Water Pipe to the
Refrigerator........................................	14
Connection of Water Hose to the Jug .15
Connection of the Water Pipe to the Cold
Water Mains Line ...............................	16
Prior to first use of Ice/Water Dispenser17.
4 Preparation	19
5 Using your refrigerator	20
Setting the fridge compartment
temperature........................................	21
Setting the freezer compartment
temperature........................................	21
Fresh Freeze Function.........................	21
Quick Cool Function...........................	22
Vacation Button..................................	22
Auto Eco Button (Special Economy
function).............................................	22
Ioniser ...............................................	22
Key Lock Button.................................	22

Water Dispenser Illumination...............	22
Water/Ice Type Selection....................	22
Ice/Water Dispenser...........................	22
Using the Ice Dispenser......................	23
Ice Off................................................	23
Freezing fresh food.............................	24
Recommendations for preservation of
frozen food.........................................	25
Placing the food.................................	25
Deep-freeze information......................	25
Using the water spring........................	26
Spillage Tray.......................................	26
Sliding Body Shelves..........................	26
Blue light............................................	27
Egg tray.............................................	27
Fresh Freeze Compartment................	27
Crisper humidity control sliders...........	27
Ion: ....................................................	27
Recommendations for preservation of
frozen food.........................................	28
Defrosting...........................................	28
Replacing the Interior Light Bulb.........	28
6 Maintenance and cleaning30
Protection of plastic surfaces .............	30
Icebox and Water Dispenser...............	31
Chiller compartment...........................	32
Minibar...............................................	33
7 Recommended solutions for
the problems	34

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1 Your Refrigerator
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	1.	Freezer compartment	15. Adjustable front legs
	2.	Fridge compartment
			16. Blue light
	3.	Fridge compartment interior light
			17. Water reservoir
	4.	Butter and cheese lid
			18. Ventilation lid
	5.	Fan
			19. Freezer compartment drawers
	6.	Ioniser
			20. Freezer Compartment glass shelves
	7.	Fridge compartment glass shelves
			21. Ice duct lid
	8.	Egg tray
			22. Freezer compartment interior light
	9.	Fridge compartment door racks
			23. Fresh Freeze compartment
	10.	Wine cellar
			24. Ice container
	11.	Bottle holder
			25. Mini bar
	12.	Bottle shelves
			26. Chill compartment
	13.	Crisper compartments
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	14.	Crisper cover

CFigures that take place in this instruction manual are schematic and may not correspond exactly with your product. If the subject parts are not included in the product you have purchased, then it is valid for other models.

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• This product should not be used			the refrigerator.
			• Do not damage the parts, where
outdoors.
			the refrigerant is circulating, with
General safety			drilling or cutting tools. The refrigerant
			that might blow out when the gas
• When you want to dispose/scrap
			channels of the evaporator, pipe
the product, we recommend you
			extensions or surface coatings are
to consult the authorized service in
			punctured causes skin irritations and
order to learn the required information
			eye injuries.
and authorized bodies.
			• Do not cover or block the ventilation
• Consult your authorized service for
			holes on your refrigerator with any
all your questions and problems
			material.
related to the refrigerator. Do not
			• Electrical devices must be repaired
intervene or let someone intervene to
			by only authorised persons. Repairs
the refrigerator without notifying the
			performed by incompetent persons
authorised services.
			create a risk for the user.
• For products with a freezer
			• In case of any failure or during
compartment; Do not eat cone ice
			a maintenance or repair work,
cream and ice cubes immediately
			disconnect your refrigerator’s mains
after you take them out of the freezer
			supply by either turning off the
compartment! (This may cause
			relevant fuse or unplugging your
frostbite in your mouth.)
2 Important Safety Warnings
Please review the following			• For products with a freezer
information. Failure to observe this			compartment; Do not put bottled and
information may cause injuries or			canned liquid beverages in the freezer
material damage. Otherwise, all			compartment. Otherwise, these may
warranty and reliability commitments			burst.
will become invalid.			• Do not touch frozen food by hand;
The usage life of the unit you			they may stick to your hand.
purchased is 10 years. This is the			• Unplug your refrigerator before
period for keeping the spare parts			cleaning or defrosting.
required for the unit to operate as			• Vapor and vaporized cleaning
described.			materials should never be used in
Intended use			cleaning and defrosting processes of
			your refrigerator. In such cases, the
This product is intended to be used			vapor may get in contact with the
– indoors and in closed areas such as			electrical parts and cause short circuit
homes;			or electric shock.
– in closed working environments such			• Never use the parts on your
as stores and offices;			refrigerator such as the door as a
– in closed accommodation areas such			means of support or step.
			• Do not use electrical devices inside
as farm houses, hotels, pensions.
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•Do not pull by the cable when pulling off the plug.

•Place the beverage with higher proofs tightly closed and vertically.

•Never store spray cans containing flammable and explosive substances in the refrigerator.

•Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the

defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

•This product is not intended to be used by persons with physical, sensory or mental disorders or unlearned or inexperienced people

(including children) unless they are attended by a person who will be responsible for their safety or who will instruct them accordingly for use of the product

•Do not operate a damaged refrigerator. Consult with the service agent if you have any concerns.

•Electrical safety of your refrigerator shall be guaranteed only if the earth system in your house complies with standards.

•Exposing the product to rain, snow, sun and wind is dangerous with respect to electrical safety.

•Contact authorized service when there is a power cable damage to avoid danger.

•Never plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet during installation. Otherwise, risk of death or serious injury may arise.

•This refrigerator is intended for only storing food items. It must not be used for any other purpose.

•Label of technical specifications is located on the left wall inside the refrigerator.

•Never connect your refrigerator to electricity-saving systems; they may damage the refrigerator.

•If there is a blue light on the refrigerator, do not look at the blue light with optical tools.

•For manually controlled refrigerators, wait for at least 5 minutes to start the refrigerator after power failure.

•This operation manual should be handed in to the new owner of the product when it is given to others.

•Avoid causing damage on power cable when transporting the refrigerator. Bending cable may cause fire. Never place heavy objects on power cable. Do not touch the plug with wet hands when plugging the product.

•Do not plug the refrigerator if the wall outlet is loose.

•Water should not be sprayed directly on inner or outer parts of the product for safety purposes.

•Do not spray substances containing inflammable gases such as propane gas near the refrigerator to avoid fire and explosion risk.

•Never place containers filled with water on top of the refrigerator, otherwise this may cause electric shock or fire.

•Do not overload your refrigerator with excessive amounts of food. If

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overloaded, the food items may fall down and hurt you and damage refrigerator when you open the door.

Never place objects on top of the refrigerator; otherwise, these objects may fall down when you open or close the refrigerator's door.

•As they require a precise temperature, vaccines, heat-sensitive medicine and scientific materials and etc. should not be kept in the refrigerator.

•If not to be used for a long time, refrigerator should be unplugged. A possible problem in power cable may cause fire.

•The plug's tip should be regularly cleaned; otherwise, it may cause fire.

•The plug’s tip should be cleaned regularly with a dry cloth; otherwise, it may cause fire.

•Refrigerator may move if adjustable legs are not properly secured on the floor. Properly securing adjustable legs on the floor can prevent the refrigerator to move.

•When carrying the refrigerator, do not hold it from door handle. Otherwise, it may be snapped.

•When you have to place your product next to another refrigerator or freezer, the distance between devices should be at least 8cm. Otherwise, adjacent side walls may be humidified.

For products with a water dispenser;

Pressure of water mains should be minimum 1 bar. Pressure of water mains should be maximum 8 bars.

• Use only potable water.

Child safety

•If the door has a lock, the key should be kept away from reach of children.

•Children must be supervised to prevent them from tampering with the product.

HCA Warning

If your product's cooling system contains R600a:

This gas is flammable. Therefore, pay attention to not damaging the cooling system and piping during usage and transportation. In the event of damage, keep your product away from potential fire sources that can cause the product catch a fire and ventilate the room in which the unit is placed.

Ignore this warning if your product's cooling system contains R134a.

Type of gas used in the product is stated in the type plate which is on the left wall inside the refrigerator.

Never throw the product in fire for disposal.

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Things to be done for energy saving

•Do not leave the doors of your refrigerator open for a long time.

•Do not put hot food or drinks in your refrigerator.

•Do not overload your refrigerator so that the air circulation inside of it is not prevented.

•Do not install your refrigerator under direct sunlight or near heat emitting appliances such as ovens, dishwashers or radiators.

•Pay attention to keep your food in closed containers.

•For products with a freezer compartment; You can store maximum amount of food items in the freezer when you remove the shelf or drawer of the freezer. Energy consumption value stated for your refrigerator has been determined

by removing freezer shelf or drawer and under maximum load. There is no harm to use a shelf or drawer

according to the shapes and size of food to be frozen.

•Thawing frozen food in fridge compartment will both provide energy saving and preserve the food quality.

Reccomendations for freshfood compartment

* OPTIONAL

•Please do not let any foodstuff to come to contact with the temperature sensor in freshfood compartment.

In order to maintain freshfood compartment at ideal storage temperature, the sensor must not be blocked by fodstuffs.

•Do not place hot foodstuff in your appliance.

food	temperature
	sensor

MILK	temperature
juice
etc.	sensor

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3 Installation

CPlease remember that the manufacturer shall not be held liable if the information given in the instruction manual is not observed.

Points to be considered when re-transporting your refrigerator

1.Your refrigerator must be emptied and cleaned prior to any transportation.

2.Shelves, accessories, crisper and etc. in your refrigerator must be fastened securely by adhesive tape against any jolt before repackaging.

3.Packaging must be tied with thick tapes and strong ropes and the rules of transportation printed on the package must be followed.

C Always remember...

Every recycled material is an indispensable source for the nature and for our national resources.

If you wish to contribute to recycling the packaging materials, you can get further information from the environmental bodies or local authorities.

Before operating your refrigerator

Before starting to use your refrigerator check the following:

1.Is the interior of the refrigerator dry and can the air circulate freely in the rear of it?

2.Clean the interior of the refrigerator as recommended in the “Maintenance and cleaning” section.

3.Insert the 2 plastic wedges onto the rear ventilation as illustrated in the following figure. Unscrew the existing ones and use the screws given in the same bag of wedges. Plastic wedges will provide the required distance between your refrigerator and the wall in order to allow the air circulation.

4.Plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet. When the door is open the respective interior light will come on.

5.You will hear a noise as the compressor starts up. The liquid and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, even if the compressor is not running and this is quite normal.

6.Front edges of the refrigerator may feel warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be warm to avoid condensation.

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Electric connection

Connect your refrigerator to a grounded socket which is being protected by a fuse with the appropriate capacity.

Important:

B The connection must be in compliance with national regulations.

B The power cable plug must be easily accessible after installation.

B The specified voltage must be equal to your mains voltage.

B Extension cables and multiway plugs must not be used for connection.

B A damaged power cable must be replaced by a qualified electrician.

B The appliance must not be operated before it is repaired! There is danger of electric shock!

Disposing of the packaging

AThe packing materials may be dangerous for children. Keep the packing materials out of the reach of children or dispose them of by classifying them in accordance with the waste instructions. Do not

dispose them of along with the normal household waste.

The packing of your refrigerator is produced from recyclable materials.

Disposing of your old refrigerator

Dispose of your old machine without giving any harm to the environment.

A You may consult your authorized dealer or waste collection center of your municipality about the disposal

of your refrigerator.

A Before disposing of your refrigerator, cut out the electric plug and, if there are any locks on the door, make them inoperable in order to protect children against any danger.

Placing and Installation

B Caution: Never plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet during installation. Otherwise, risk of death or serious injury may arise.

A If the entrance door of the room where the refrigerator will be installed is not wide enough for the refrigerator to pass through, than call the authorised service to have them remove the doors of your refrigerator and pass it sideways through the door.

1.Install your refrigerator to a place that allows ease of use.

2.Keep your refrigerator away from heat sources, humid places and direct sunlight.

3.There must be appropriate air ventilation around your refrigerator in order to achieve an efficient operation. If the refrigerator is to be placed in a recess in the wall, there must be at least 5 cm distance with the ceiling and at least 5 cm with the wall.

If the floor is covered with a carpet, your product must be elevated 2.5 cm from the floor.

4. Place your refrigerator on an even floor surface to prevent jolts.

Changing the illumination lamp

To change the lamp used for illumination of your refrigerator, please call your Authorized Service.

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Floor balance adjustment

If your refrigerator is unbalanced;

You can balance your refrigerator by turning the front legs of it as illustrated in the figure. (See Figure A) The corner where the leg exists is lowered when you turn in the direction of black arrow and raised when you turn in the opposite direction. Taking help from someone to slightly lift the refrigerator will facilitate this process.

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Door height adjustment

In case there is a problem with the alignment of the doors with respect to each other, they may be re-aligned vertically in the order given below. Ensure that door shelves are empty when adjusting the door height.

1. Remove the lower ventilation cover by unscrewing its screws as shown in the figure below. (See Figure B)

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2. Loosen the three screws of the hinges of the lower door, which you wish to escalate, with the help of a screwdriver as shown in the figure below. (Do not remove completely)

(See Figure C)

• If the freezer compartment door is lower than the fridge compartment door, bring them to the same level by turning the turning the elevation screw on the freezer compartment side in the direction of arrow using a M6 Allen wrench as illustrated in Figure D.

• If the freezer compartment door is higher than the fridge compartment door, bring them to the same level by turning the elevation screw on the freezer compartment side in the reverse direction of arrow using a M6

Allen wrench as illustrated in Figure D.

After bringing the doors to the same level by elevating the front part with the aid of the elevation screws,ensure the doors of the refrigerator shall close properly. If the doors do not close properly, this might adversely affect the efficiency of the refrigerator.

(D)

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Adjusting the gap between the upper door

C You can adjust the gap between the fridge compartment doors as illustrated in the figures.

Door shelves should be empty when adjusting the door height.

C Using a screwdriver, remove the screw of upper hinge cover of the door you want to adjust.

Center Screw

C Adjust the door appropriately as you desire by loosing the screws.

Because of being wires in the hinge cover of the freezer door, switch off the refrigerator power before removing hinge covers and this situation should be made to take care.

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C Fix the door you have adjusted by tightening the screws without changing the position of the door.

C Replace the hinge cover and fix with the screw.

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Installing Water Filter

(in some models)

Installation Requirements

Two different water sources may be connected to the refrigerator for water supply: the mains cold water supply and water in a jug.

A pump should be used for jug water usage.

Check that the parts stated below are supplied with your appliance.

1.Union for connection of the water pipe to the rear of the appliance

2.3 pieces of pipe clips (In case required to secure the water pipe)

C Note: Since the following parts are not required in use with a jug, they may not be found in the product you purchased.

3.5 meter long water pipe (1/4 inch in diameter)

4.Cold mains water valve with mesh filter (Tap Adapter)

5.Water Filter to be fitted to the bracket inside the fridge compartment.

Water connection to the refrigerator

Please follow the instructions below.

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Connection of the Water Pipe to the Refrigerator

1.After installing the union onto the water pipe, insert the water pipe to the refrigerator inlet valve by pressing downwards firmly.

2.Fix union as seen in the opposite figure, by squeezing by hand on the refrigerator inlet valve.

(a- Water Pipe, b-Union, c-Valve)

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b

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c

C Note 1: You should not need to tighten the union with a tool to achieve water tight assembly. In case of a leak use a spanner or a pair of pliers to tighten the union.

To fit the water filter follow the instructions below referring to figures supplied:

1.Press ice cancel button on the display. (Figure 1)

2.Remove the filter cover in the fridge compartment by pulling it forward.

(Figure 2)

3.Take out the water filter by-pass cover by rotating it downwards.

(Figure 3-4)

A Warning: Make sure that the “Ice off” mode is active before taking out the by-pass cover.

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Note: It is normal that a few drops of water drip after the cover has been taken out.

4.Remove the lid on top of the water filter to place it as shown in the figure and turn upwards to lock it. (Figure 5)

5.Press ice cancel button on the display again to exit from this mode.

Water filter should be replaced every 6 months. The water filter must be removed as shown in the figure when

it is going to be replaced or when it will no longer be used and by-pass cover must be attached. It must be made sure that Ice Off mode is active before taking it out.

A Warning: Water filter cleans some foreign particles in the water. It does not purify water from microorganisms.

A Warning: Ice Off button must always be pressed during replacement of the water filter or installing the bypass cover.

Connection of Water Hose to the Jug

(in some models)

To connect water to the refrigerator from a jug, a pump is needed. Follow the instructions below after connecting one end of the water pipe coming

out of the pump to the refrigerator as described on the previous page.

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1.Finish the connection by pushing the other end of the water pipe into the water pipe inlet of the pump as shown in the figure.

2.Put and fix the pump hose into the jug as shown in the figure.

3.After completing the connection, plug in and run the pump.

you will have to connect a standard 1/2” valve connection fitting to the cold water supply in your house. In case this valve is not present or in case

you are not sure, consult a qualified plumber.

1.Separate the union from the tap adaptor. (Figure A)

2.Install the tap adaptor to 1/2” valve fitting as shown in the figure. (Figure B)

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To provide an efficient operation of the pump, wait for 2-3 minutes after starting the pump.

C Note: You may refer to the user manual of the pump while making the water connection.

Connection of the Water Pipe to the Cold Water Mains Line

(in some models)

If you want to use your refrigerator by connecting it to the cold water mains line,

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3.After inserting the water pipe to the union, install it to the tap adaptor and insert to the tap as shown in the figure. (Figure C)

4.Tighten the union manually. In case of a leak use a spanner or a pair of pliers to tighten the union.

A Warning: Secure the water pipe to suitable points by means of the pipe clips supplied to avoid any

damage or displacement or accidental disconnection.

A Warning: After turning on the water valve, make sure that there is no leakage at both connection points of the water pipe. In case of a leak, turn off the valve immediately and tighten all joints again using a spanner or a pair of pliers.

A Warning: Make sure that standard 1/2" valve fitting fed by cold mains water supply is available and is turned off fully.

Note -1: There is no need to use water filter in case a jug is used.

Note -2: Pump must be used when jug will be used.

Prior to first use of Ice/Water Dispenser

C Water mains pressure must not be below 1 bar.

C Water mains pressure must not be over 8 bars.

C Pumps must be used in case the supply water pressure drops below 1 bar or if a jug is going to be used.

C Water system of the refrigerator must be connected to the cold water line. It must not be connected to hot water line.

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C No water may be obtained in the initial startup of the refrigerator. This is caused by the air in the system. To discharge air from the system, press

Dispenser latch for periods of 1 minute until water comes from the Dispenser. Water flow may be irregular in the beginning. Irregular water flow will be normalized after the air in the system is discharged.

C At the initial startup of the refrigerator approx.12 hours must pass before cold water can be obtained.

C Water mains pressure must be between 1-8 bars for the operation of Ice/Water Dispenser smoothly. For this, check that 1 glass of water (100 cc) can be filled in 10 seconds.

C The first 10 glasses of water should not be consumed.

C 12 hours must pass to obtain ice from the Ice Dispenser for the first time. If there is not enough ice in the ice dispenser, ice may not be obtained from ice dispenser.

C Approximately the first 30 cubes of ice to be obtained from the Ice Dispenser must not be used.

C Always use the water filter when a jug is not being used.

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4 Preparation

CYour refrigerator should be installed at least 30 cm away from heat sources such as hobs, ovens, central heater and stoves and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens and should not be located under direct sunlight.

CThe ambient temperature of the room where you install your

refrigerator should at least be 10°C. Operating your refrigerator under cooler conditions than this is not recommended with regard to its efficiency.

CPlease make sure that the interior of your refrigerator is cleaned thoroughly.

CIf two refrigerators are to be installed side by side, there should be at least 2 cm distance between them.

CWhen you operate your refrigerator for the first time, please observe the following instructions during the initial six hours.

-The door should not be opened frequently.

-It must be operated empty without any food in it.

-Do not unplug your refrigerator. If a power failure occurs out of your control, please see the warnings in the “Recommended solutions for the problems” section.

COriginal packaging and foam materials should be kept for future transportations or moving.

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5 Using your refrigerator

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-24 °C	2 °C
-22 °C	4 °C
-20 °C	6 °C
-18 °C	8 °C

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1.Fridge Set button

2.Vacation mode button

3.Quick fridge button

4.Key lock button

5.Ice Off button

6.Water Dispenser Lights

7.Ice / Wate selection button

8.Water Dispenser light button

9.Filter Reset button

10.Auto Eco button

11.Quick freeze button

12.Freezer Set button

13.Economy mode indicator

14.High humidity indicator

15.Quick cool indicator

16.Fridge temperature setting indicator

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17.High temperature/error warning indicator

18.Fridge door open indicator

19.Key Lock indicator

20.Vacation mode indicator

21.Water indicator

22.No ice indicator

23.Crash Ice indicator

24.Cube Ice indicator

25.Auto Eco indicator

26.Filter reset indicator

27.Freezer door open indicator

28.Freezer Compartment Temperature Setting indicator

29.Fast Freeze indicator

30.Ioniser indicator

OPTIONAL

CFigures that take place in this instruction manual are schematic and may not correspond exactly with your product. If the subject parts are not included in the product you have purchased, then it is valid for other models.

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Freezer		Fridge	Explanations
Compartment		Compartment
Adjustment		Adjustment
-15°C		4°C	This is the normal recommended
			setting.
-18,-21 or -24°C		4°C	These settings are recommended
			when the ambient temperature
			exceeds 30°C.
Fresh Freeze		4°C	Use this when you wish to freeze
			your food or make ice in a short
			time. Your refrigerator will return to
			its previous mode when the process
			is over.
-15°C or colder		2°C	If you think that your fridge
			compartment is not cold enough
			because of the hot conditions or
			frequent opening and closing of the
			door.
-15°C or colder		Quick Cool	You can use it when your fridge
			compartment is overloaded or if you
			wish to cool down your food rapidly.
Setting the fridge			Press the Freezer Set button to
			change. The temperature will decrease
compartment temperature			by 2°C. Every time you press the
Fridge compartment temperature			button, the temperature will go down
can be set at one of the following			and then return to the highest setting.
temperatures:			Release at the desired temperature
8,6,4 and 2°C			and the new set temperature will be
Press the Fridge Set button to change.			stored.
The temperature will decrease by 2°C.			Fresh Freeze Function
Every time you press the button, the			When you press “Fresh Freeze”
temperature will go down and then			button, the compressor will run for
return to the highest setting. Release			about 14 hours. Fresh Freeze indicator
at the desired temperature and the			will glow.To cancel this function press
new set temperature will be stored.			Fresh Freeze button again. Fresh
If you think that your food is colder			Freeze indicator will turn off and return
than you desire, you can adjust			to its normal settings. Fresh Freeze will
the temperature setting of fridge			cancel itself automatically after about
compartment to 6 or 8.			12 hours if you do not cancel it.
Setting the freezer			If you want to freeze large amounts
compartment temperature			of fresh food, press the Fresh Freeze
Freezer temperature can be set at one			button 14 hours before putting the
of the following temperatures : -15 /			food into the freezer compartment.

-18 / -21 / -24 and -24°C

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Quick Cool Function

When you press Quick Cool button, the temperature of the compartment will be colder than the adjusted values. This function can be used for food placed in the fridge compartment and required to be cooled down rapidly.

After pressing the Quick Cool button, Quick Cool indicator will glow.To cancel this function press Quick Cool button again. Quick Cool indicator will turn off and return to its normal settings. Quick Cool function will cancel itself automatically in case you do not cancel it.

Vacation Button

In case the fridge compartment will not be used for a long time, the usage of the fridge compartment may be cancelled by pressing on the Vacation

Button. By this way, the refrigerator may operate more economically. Press on Vacation Button for 3 seconds

to activate this function. When this function is active, the door of the fridge compartment must be kept closed and no food must be left in the fridge compartment.

Auto Eco Button (Special Economy function)

When “Auto Eco” button is pressed, Auto Economy Function will be activated. If the door of the fridge compartment is kept closed for a long time when this function is selected, the fridge compartment will switch to a more economic operation mode to save electricity automatically. When the Auto Eco button is pressed again, this function is deactivated.

Ioniser

The ioniser helps purify the air in the fridge and is carried out automatically

Key Lock Button

The key lock is activated when this button is pressed for 3 seconds and all buttons and the dispenser latch will not work. If you want to deactivite key lock press again for 3 seconds.

Water Dispenser Illumination

When the Light button is pressed, the water dispenser lamp will light up and it will go off when the button is pressed again. This illumination will also light up when the water dispenser latch is pressed, and it will go off a short while after the latch is released.

Water/Ice Type Selection

With Dispenser Selection button, either one of “water”, “ice cube” or “crushed ice” options is selected.

Ice/Water Dispenser

With its three different functions, the dispenser efficiently meets your cold water, cube ice and crushed ice needs without having to open the door of the refrigerator. It is a continuous cold water and ice source without adding water. User friendly control panel provides the following dispensing functions:

Note:

•Water or ice can be dispensed for a maximum of 90 seconds at each use.

•When the freezer door is open, the dispenser will not work.

Ice Cube			Crushed Ice	Cold
Water

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Using the Ice Dispenser

C Please note, first ice cubes will not be ready before 12 hours after switching on the appliance.

In case you do not need ice, such as during winter or in case you are on vacation, select the ice off function.

C Ice device produces approximately 110 cubes of ice in 24 hours and this amount may change according to the frequency of opening of doors,

refrigerator settings and power outage. Produced ice may be obtained from the dispenser as cube ice or crushed ice.

It is normal to get crushed ice from the dispenser in a longer time than in getting the ice cubes and also flowing of some crushed ice before the ice cubes drop if crushed ice option had been selected before selecting ice cube option.

C If the ice dispenser hasn’t been used for a long time or after a power cut the ice may form clumps or if the ice has taken on a change in smell or taste then the ice must be disposed of and the icebox cleaned thoroughly.

Warnings

C No ice must be added to the ice dispenser compartment. This may adversely affect the ice supply or crushing the ice.

A It is normal to have a couple of ice cubes stuck together in the icebank.

A Moving parts such as blades in a housing at the ice outlet of the

dispenser must not be touched to avoid injury.

A Never use sharp objects to break the ice in the icebox. This may cause damage on the icebox.

A Food stuff should never be placed into the icebox for quick cooling purposes.

A When the icebox is to be removed for any reason, first of all Ice Off Button must be pressed.

Ice Off

C To stop ice formation, Ice Off button is pressed. When Ice Off is selected, no water will be taken into the Icematic. However, already existing ice can be taken from the dispenser. To restart ice formation, Ice Off button must be pressed again.

Warning: If you do not use the ice dispenser, do not forget to put ice duct cover into the ring inside of the freezer door. (See. Your Refrigerator section)

FILTER Reset Button:

Water filter should be replaced every six months. Filter reset indicator lits if water filter needs to be changed Press filter Reset Button for 3 seconds to remove filter reset indicator warning.

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	Freezer	Fridge
	Compartment	Compartment	Explanations
	Adjustment	Adjustment
	-18°C	4°C	This is the normal recommended setting.
	-20,-22 or -24°C	4°C	These settings are recommended when
			the ambient temperature exceeds 30°C.
	Quick Freeze		Use when you wish to freeze your food in a
		4°C	short time. Your refrigerator will return to its
			previous mode when the process is over.
			If you think that your fridge compartment
	-18°C or colder	2°C	is not cold enough because of the hot
			conditions or frequent opening and closing
			of the door.
			You can use it when your fridge
			compartment is overloaded or if you
	-18°C or colder	Quick Fridge	wish to cool down your food rapidly. It
			is recommended that you activate quick
			fridge function 4-8 hours before placing
			the food.

Freezing fresh food

•It must be preferred to wrap or cover the food before placing them in the refrigerator.

•Hot food must cool down to the room temperature before putting them in the refrigerator.

•The foodstuff that you want to freeze must be fresh and in good quality.

•Foodstuff must be divided into portions according to the family’s daily or meal based consumption needs.

•The foodstuff must be packaged in an airtight manner to prevent them from drying even if they are going to be kept for a short time.

•Materials to be used for packaging must be tear-proof and resistant to cold, humidity, odor, oils and acids and they must also be airtight.

Moreover, they must be well closed and they must be made from easy- to-use materials that are suitable for deep freeze usage.

•Frozen food must be used immediately after they are thawed and they should never be re-frozen.

•Please observe the following instructions to obtain the best results.

1.Do not freeze too large quantities of food at one time. The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible.

2.Placing warm food into the freezer compartment causes the cooling system to operate continuously until the food is frozen solid.

3.Take special care not to mix already frozen food and fresh food.

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Recommendations for preservation of frozen food

•Prepacked commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions for a ( 4 star) frozen food storage compartment.

•To ensure that the high quality achieved by the frozen food manufacturer and the food retailer is maintained, the following should be remembered:

1.Put packages in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase.

2.Ensure that contents are labeled and dated.

3.Do not exceed "Use By", "Best Before" dates on the packaging.

Defrosting

The freezer compartment defrosts automatically.

Placing the food

	Various frozen
Freezer	food such as
compartment	meat, fish, ice
shelves	cream, vegetables
	and etc.
Egg tray	Egg
Fridge	Food in pans,
	covered plates
compartment
	and closed
shelves
	containers
	Small and
Fridge	packaged food
compartment	or drinks (such as
door shelves	milk, fruit juice and
	beer)
Crisper	Vegetables and
	fruits
	Delicatessen
Freshzone	products (cheese,
compartment	butter, salami and
	etc.)
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Deep-freeze information

Food must be frozen as rapidly as possible when they are p

ut in a refrigerator in order to keep them in good quality.

The TSE norm requires (according to certain measurement conditions) the refrigerator to freeze at least 4.5 kg of foodstuff at 32°C ambient temperature to -18°C or lower within 24 hours for every 100-liters of freezer volume.

It is possible to keep the food for a long time only at -18°C or lower temperatures.

You can keep the freshness of food for many months (at -18°C or lower temperatures in the deep freeze).

WARNING! A

•Foodstuff must be divided into portions according to the family’s daily or meal based consumption needs.

•Foodstuff must be packaged in an airtight manner to prevent them from drying even if they are going to be kept for a short time.

Materials necessary for packaging:

•Cold resistant adhesive tape

•Self adhesive label

•Rubber rings

•Pen

Materials to be used for packaging the foodstuff must be tear-proof and resistant to cold, humidity, odor, oils and acids.

Foodstuff to be frozen should not be allowed to come in contact with the previously frozen items to prevent their partial thawing.

Frozen food must be used immediately after they are thawed and they should never be re-frozen.

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Using the water spring

Warnings

It is normal for the first few glasses of water taken from the dispenser to be warm.

In cases where the water dispenser has not been used frequently, sufficient amount of water must be drained from the dispenser to get fresh water.

Spillage Tray

Water drops that drip during use, accumulates in the spillage tray. You can remove spillage tray by pulling it to yourself or pressing on its edge

(depending on the model). You can remove the water with a sponge or a soft cloth.

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Sliding Body Shelves

Sliding body shelves can be pulled by slightly lifting up from the front and moved back and forth. They come to

a stop point when pulled towards front to allow you reach the foods placed at the back of the shelf; when it is pulled after slightly lifting upwards at the second stop point, the body shelf will be released.

The shelf should be held tightly from the bottom as well in order to prevent it from tipping over. The body shelf is placed on the rails at the sides of the refrigerator body by bringing it to one lower or one upper level.

The body shelf should be pushed backwards to seat it completely.

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Blue light

(OPTIONAL)

Foodstuff stored in the crispers that are enlightened with a blue light continue their photosynthesis by means of the wavelength effect of blue light and thus, preserve their freshness and increase their vitamin content.

Egg tray

You can install the egg holder to the desired door or body shelf.

Never store the egg holder in the freezer compartment

Fresh Freeze Compartment

This compartment freezes your food quickly and preserves their tastes and nutritional values.

Crisper humidity control sliders

Using the crisper humidity control sliders

Crisper of your refrigerator is designed specially to keep your vegetables fresh without loosing their humidity. Cold air circulates basically around the crisper and the amount of the cold air passing through the crisper is controlled by the sliders on the front side of the crisper cover.

You can adjust the humidity control sliders to a suitable position according to the humidity and cooling condition of your food in the crisper.

If you want your food in the crisper to cool more, open the holes of the humidity control sliders and if you want them to cool less and keep their humidity for a longer time, close the holes.

Ion:

Air is ionized by means of the ionizer system in the fridge compartment air duct. Thanks to this system, air-borne bacteria and particles that cause odor are removed.

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Recommendations for preservation of frozen food

•Prepacked commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions for a ( 4 star) frozen food storage compartment.

•To ensure that the high quality achieved by the frozen food manufacturer and the food retailer is maintained, the following should be remembered:

1.Put packets in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase.

2.Ensure that contents are labelled and dated.

3.Do not exceed "Use By", "Best Before" dates on the packaging.

If there is a power failure do not open the freezer door. Even if the power failure lasts up to the time specified on Type Label (inside left of the refrigerator), frozen food will not be affected. In case the failure lasts

longer, the food must be checked and when necessary, must be consumed immediately or must be frozen after cooked.

Defrosting

The fridge and freezer compartments defrost automatically.

Replacing the Interior Light Bulb

Should the light fail to work, proceed as follows:

1. Switch off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug.

Remove all shelves and drawers for easy access.

2.Illumination cover in fridge section is opened by pressing by hand; first release one side and then the other by pressing on the sides as shown in the figures.

3.First check that the bulb has not worked loose by ensuring that it

is screwed securely in the holder.

Reinsert the plug and switch on. If the bulb works, reinstall the light cover by inserting the rear lug and pushing up to locate the front two lugs.

4.If the light still fails to work, switch off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug. Replace the bulb with a new 15 watt (max) screw cap E14 (SES) bulb.

5.Carefully dispose of the burnt-out light bulb immediately.

Replacement light bulb can easily be obtained from a good local electrical or DIY store.

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