CDA FW925 Installation, Use And Maintenance Manual

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FW925

Integrated Fridge Freezer

Installation, use and maintenance

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Contents:

3 Important information
5 Important notes
5 Before first use
6 Important notes on use of the fridge
7 Important notes on use of the freezer
9 Storage
10 Control panel
11 Care and cleaning
12 Defrosting the fridge
12 Defrosting the freezer
13 Troubleshooting
15 Installation preparation
15 Ventilation requirements
17 Installation into the cabinet
18 Mounting the fascia doors
20 Reversing the appliance doors
21 Electrical information
23 Energy eciency information

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Important

The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for injuries or losses
caused by incorrect use or installation of this product. Please note
that we reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee supplied with this
product following incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance.

This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or
who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had
supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by someone
who is responsible for their safety.

Under no circumstances should any external covers be removed for
servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified personnel.

Appliance information:

Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for
reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with
your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee purposes.

Appliance Model

Serial Number

EU Declarations of Conformity:

This appliance has been designed, constructed and marketed in
compliance with safety requirements of EU Directive 2014/35/EU (Low
voltage) and requirements of EU Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC).

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This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and
complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical safety (LVD)
and Electromagnetic interference compatibility (EMC). Parts intended
to come into contact with food conform to 1935/2004/EC.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE
PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU.

At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as
urban waste. The refrigeration system contains insulating gases and
refrigerants, which require specialised waste disposal. The valuable
materials contained in this appliance can be recycle. It must be taken
to a special local authority dierentiated waste collection centre or to
a dealer providing this service.

Before disposing of an old appliance, remove the door seals etc. to
reduce the risk of child entrapment.

Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible
negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from
inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be
recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a
reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately,
the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

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Important

• Never store inflammable or explosive items and strong corrosive

acids or alkalis in the appliance.

• This is a household appliance, which is produced in accordance

with the national standard. It is intended for food storage only, not
for storage of blood, medicine and biological products.

• To prevent risk of fire, keep the appliance away from petrol or any

other inflammables.

• To prevent risk of electromagnetic interference or other accidents,

do not place a microwave oven on top of the refrigerator or use
any electric appliance inside the refrigerator.

• Do not allow children to play with or near the appliance.

• The internal surface of freezer compartment is very cold when the

appliance is running. Do not touch the surface especially when
hands are wet.

• Do not splash water onto the appliance. Keep it away from places

of high humidity that may have adverse eect on the electric
insulation performance.

• This appliance is designed to be used in ambient temperatures

between 10 and 32˚C. Use outside of this range may cause the
appliance to fail.

Before first use

You must allow the fridge to settle for at least twenty four hours
prior to switching the power on.

It is recommended that you clean the interior of the appliance prior to
first use, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water and
then thoroughly drying the interior.

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The fridge may have an odour to it at first use. This will disappear as
the appliance cools.

Please note:

The appliance will start on temperature setting 3 and work
continuously until it comes down to the correct temperature.
If the appliance is switched o, you should allow five minutes
before switching it on again to prevent unnecessary damage to the
compressor.
Never store inflammable or explosive items and strong corrosive
acids or alkalis in the appliance.
This fridge cools your food by making the inside back of the cavity
cold. It is normal for frost to build up on this surface; it then dissipates
and drains through a small drain at the bottom, where it evaporates
harmlessly. The presence of frosting at the back is not a malfunction
of the fridge.

Fridge use

• Never put liquids in the refrigerator uncovered.

• Never put hot foods in the refrigerator. Warm food should be

allowed to cool to room temperature before being put into the
refrigerator.

• Nothing should rest against the rear wall of the refrigerator, as this

will cause frost and possible condensation problems which will be
dicult to remove.

• Make sure food is clean and any extra water is wiped away before

putting into the fridge.

• Wrap or cover food before putting into the fridge. This will help

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prevent the loss of moisture, keep food fresh and avoid

unpleasant odours.

• Sort foods prior to storing. Any foods to be used soon should be

stored at the front of the shelf to prevent deterioration caused by
the door being open for prolonged periods.

• Do not overfill the fridge. There should be sucient space

between the foods to allow the cool air to circulate.

• Thawing frozen foods in the fridge compartment will help to keep

the temperature low and save energy.

• Never store raw meats on shelves above cooked meats or other

produce. This will help to prevent juices from raw meat contaminating
other foodstus.

Freezer use

• The freezer compartments are designed to store only frozen food.

• Never put hot or warm foods in the freezer, allow them to cool fully

before putting them into the freezer.

• Follow the instructions on the food packaging for storage of frozen

food. If no information is provided, foods should not be stored for
more than three months after the purchase date.

• Store food in small packages (ideally less than 1kg). This reduces

the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after
thawing.

• Wrap food before putting into the freezer. To stop the wrapping

sticking together, ensure it is dry.

• Label the food before freezing with information including type of

food and dates of storage and expiry.

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• Once food is thawed, it must not be refrozen. Only defrost as

much food as is required to prevent wastage.

• Bottled or canned drinks should not be stored in the freezer

compartments as they could explode.

• The maximum amount of fresh food that can be frozen within a 24

hour period is 4.5 kg.

• Do not attempt to freeze more than the maximum amount.

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Storage

The fridge section is for short term food storage. Although low
temperatures can be maintained, extended periods of food storage is
not recommended.

As the cold air circulates within the fridge, the temperature can vary
between the dierent sections. As such, foods should be stored in
dierent sections according to type. Section 7 is the coldest part of
the fridge.

1. Butter, cheeses etc.

2. Food in jars and bottles

3. Drinks, e.g. milk

4. Cooked food

5. Yogurts, preserves etc.

6. 75cl bottles or ready meals etc.

7. Fresh meat and fish

8. Fruit and vegetables

The fridge shelves can be moved
according to the storage requirements
within the fridge section. To move the
shelf, lift up the rear section and then
pull it outwards. To replace, slide the
shelf back into the slot, and then lower
the rear section.

The wine racks can be deployed or
withdrawn as desired.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

6

7

8

4

5

1

3

2

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Control Panel

A. Refrigerator temperature adjustment sensor

This button is used to adjust the temperature within the fridge. Press
this sensor once to activate adjustment, and then as many times as
necessary until the desired level is selected. The settings range from 1
to 6 with 1 being the warmest and 6 being the coldest.

Please note: Where possible, avoid having the temperature setting on
6 all of the time. This well help to alleviate strain on the compressor
and refrigeration system.

B. Refrigerator temperature setting display

This display will illuminate the current temperature setting. Adjusting
the temperature will cycle through this display.

Please note: You do not use numbers 1 to 6 to change the
temperature. Instead, use the refrigerator temperature adjustment
sensor (A).

C. Power button

Use this sensor to switch the appliance on and o (standby mode).
The sensor will be illuminated when the appliance is o.

Fig. 3

A B C

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Care and cleaning

Always disconnect the appliance from
the power supply before any cleaning
or maintenance.

The fridge and freezer sections
should be cleaned using a solution
of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm
water. Do not use abrasive products or
detergents. After washing, rinse and dry
thoroughly.

Clean the shelves and balconies
separately by hand with a mild solution of washing up liquid and
water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.

The water drain hole at the back of the fridge compartment should be
cleaned periodically to prevent the defrosted water from collecting
inside the fridge compartment. The drain plug can be used to clean
the drain hole.

If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of time,
unplug and clean the appliance. The doors should be left slightly ajar
to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant odours.

Fig. 4

Drain hole

Drain Plug

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Defrosting the fridge

The fridge is self-defrosting. Any water created will run out of the
fridge through the channel at the back of the fridge, unless the drain
hole is blocked (page 11). It is important to keep the channel clear
at all times using the cleaning tool supplied. The defrosted water is
collected in the evaporating tray at the back of the appliance and
dissipated by evaporation.

Defrosting the freezer

The freezer has a no frost system which is designed to prevent the
heavy build up of ice. Under normal use, there should be no need to
regularly defrost the freezer system.

To help in times of service or cleaning, the appliance has a forced
defrost mode which can be activated by touching and holding
sensors A and C in Fig. 3 for approximately 3 seconds. The
refrigerator temperature adjustment sensor (A) will flash to confirm
that the forced defrost function is active. This function should
automatically deactivate once the freezer temperature has reached
between 10 and 12°C.

Please note: If you are regularly finding a heavy build up of ice, or
pools of water, in the freezer section then it is likely that the door is
not sealing properly. This could be due to a defective door seal or an
incorrectly fitted, or overly heavy, decor door. For more information
see the troubleshooting section on ice on page 14.

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Troubleshooting

If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check the
troubleshooting prior to calling CDA Customer Care.

If the appliance is not working, check:

• That there is power to the appliance.

• The house fuses are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.

• The fridge has not been turned o (page 10).

• The plug socket is functioning fine. To check this, plug another

electrical appliance in to see if the socket is faulty.

If the appliance is working, but not very well, check:

• The appliance is not overloaded.

• The thermostat is set to an appropriate temperature.

• The doors are closing properly.

• The cooling system at the rear of the appliance is clean and free of

dust, and not touching the rear wall.

• There is enough ventilation at the side and rear walls.

If the appliance is noisy, check:

• The appliance is level and stable.

• The side and rear walls are clear, and there is nothing resting on the

appliance.

• Note: The cooling gas in the refrigerator may make a slight bubbling

or gurgling noise, even when the compressor is not running.

If the appliance is beeping, check:

• That the doors are closed. An alarm will sound after 60 seconds of

a door being open.

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If there’s water in the base of the refrigerator compartment, check:

• The drain hole at the back of the compartment is clear (page 11).

If ice has formed on the back wall of the fridge:

• It is normal for some ice droplets to form on the back wall of the

fridge. This does not constitute a fault with the appliance.

• Ensure that no items inside the fridge are in contact with the back

wall.

• Check that there is some resistance when opening the door of the

appliance. If it opens at the slightest touch it may mean that the door
seal needs to be replaced.

• Check the door seal for any kinks, debris or damage. If you notice

any, and are unable to resolve the issue yourself, contact CDA
Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced.

• This can be due to the decor door(s) not being properly fitted. If you

are at all unsure, ask your fitter to check the decor doors.

If excessive ice has formed in the freezer:

• Check that there is some resistance when opening the door of the

appliance. If it opens at the slightest touch it may mean that the door
seal needs to be replaced.

• Check the door seal for any kinks, debris or damage. If you notice

any, and are unable to resolve the issue yourself, contact CDA
Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced.

• This can be due to the decor door(s) not being properly fitted. If you

are at all unsure, ask your fitter to check the decor doors.

If one or more of the LED units within the appliance is not working:

• Contact CDA Customer Care to arrange a service visit.

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Installation preparation

This appliance must never be installed
close to heat sources, e.g. heating
elements or cookers, nor in damp
places.

Seek the help of another individual,
or two, when installing this appliance.
This appliance may have sharp edges.
Wear adequate PPE for the task and
environment.

• To ensure the appliance is level, you

should use the height adjustable feet
at the front of the appliance.

• The cooling system at the rear of the

appliance must not touch the rear wall.
The greater the gap, the better.

• The appliance must be installed with

adequate ventilation. Ensure that there
is clearance above the appliance to allow air to escape and that
there is space between the rear of the appliance and the wall.

Ventilation

The main consideration when installing any refrigeration unit into
a fitted kitchen is ventilation. The heat removed from the cooling
compartment needs to be dissipated into the atmosphere. Incorrect
ventilation can lead to premature compressor failure, excessive power

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Fig. 5

Fig. 6

Do not tilt beyond 40°

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consumption, total system failure and may invalidate the warranty
provided with the appliance. For products intended to be installed into
a tall housing unit, the following requirements need to be met:

The open channel at the rear is clearly shown. For the correct
operation of the appliance it is important that the top of the housing
unit is not blocked o. A channel depth of 40-50mm is normal with
most units.

A ventilation hole is required in the plinth of the unit; this allows air to

plan view of rear ventilation gap

The top of the cabinet needs to be
vented into the room

Recommended size of vent opening:
500 x 30mm

If the furniture does not allow free air
into the room then a plinth vent, or other
means of ventilation needs to be pro­vided to ensure a natural flow of air

There should be space at the rear of the
cabinet to allow cool air to be drawn over
the condenser.

Recommended:
500 x 35mm

An air intake
should be provided
somewhere in
the cabinet run to
allow free air in.
In this example, a
plinth vent is shown
underneath the
refrigerator .

A cutout should be
made in the plinth
below the fridge/
freezer and this
finished neatly using
the air vent grille
supplied.

Alternatively, a thin
section of the plinth
can be removed
to allow air into the
unit (recommended
600mm x 10mm).

Refrigerator
outline

Min 30mm

Fig. 7

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be drawn over the compressor & heat exchange. A decorative grille
is supplied with the appliance to finish this vent neatly. Alternatively
the required air flow can be achieved by removal of a thin section of
plinth (recommended 600mm x 10mm minimum).

As a rule, the more air that can get in and out, the better and more
ecient the operation of the product.

Installation into the cabinet

With the help of another individual, or two,
manoeuvre the appliance into the cabinet. There
are two metal plates at the base of the appliance.
Fit the supplied white spacers (Fig. 8) to these
plates, as per Fig. 9.

Ensure that the lips of the spacers are level with the lip of the cabinet
base.

With the base of the appliance aligned correctly with the edge of the
cabinet base, the metal trim at the top of the appliance should sit flush
against the cabinet edge (if it does not, ensure the base is aligned as
per Fig. 9 and that the metal trim in Fig. 10 is not damaged).

Fig. 9

Fridge/freezer base

Cabinet base

Floor

x2

Fig. 8

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Secure the top of the appliance to the top of the cabinet through the
metal trim screw holes marked ‘T’ in fig 10.

Remove the white spacers from the base plates and secure the plates
to the cabinet base using four of the supplied screws. Replace the

spacers.

Mounting the fascia doors

• Ensure that there is a gap of 3 to 4mm between the non-hinged

side and the cabinet wall.

• Locate the slider in the bracket and fix the slider to the fascia

door 20 to 22mm from the edge of the fascia as shown in figure
11, ensuring that the slider is positioned centrally and horizontally
within the bracket. Tighten securely by hand.

• Fill the gap on the non-hinged side with the gasket/seal strip

provided, as shown in Fig. 12.

• The finished look for the door sliders should be similar to those

shown in Fig. 14, which shows 2 sliders in place.

• Ensure the appliance doors open, close and seal properly.

T

T

Fig. 10

Trim

19

20 mm

door gasket

x4

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

Fig. 14

Decor door

S

Fig. 13

Once complete, and if you are happy with the fit of the appliance in
the cabinet, bend and snap the parts of the white spacers marked ‘S’
as shown by the dotted outline in fig. 13. Leave the rest of the spacer
cover in place over the metal plates.

Gasket

Important: After completing the installation, check that the
appliance is secured within the unit and that the door(s) close and
open properly. If there is no resistance from the door seals when
opening the doors, then it is probable that the appliance and/or
decor doors are not fitted properly.

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Reversing the appliance doors

We recommend you seek the help of another individual to support the
doors whilst performing this operation.

1. Carefully prise o the cover cap for the top hinge and unscrew the
screws fixing the top hinge to the appliance, you should support the
upper door whilst doing this.

2. Carefully remove the upper door and place it somewhere safe. Note
that there are spacers between the door and the hinge; note how
many and their position.

3. Remove the central hinge by removing the screws fixing it to the
appliance; support the lower door whilst doing this.

4. Remove the lower door and place it somewhere safe, again noting
the position of any spacer pieces.

5. Swap the previous top hinge to the opposite side at the bottom.

6. Refit the lower door using any spacers and position the central

hinge on the door. After removing the cover caps, fix the hinge
securely to the appliance.

7. Swap the previous bottom hinge to the opposite side at the top.
Refit the upper door and the “new” top hinge and fix securely to the
appliance.

8. Fit the central cover caps and top hinge cover pieces in place to
complete the process.

9. Unscrew all four slider brackets from the doors and swap them over
to the side furthest from the new hinge positions, before the decor
door is fitted.

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Ensuring the door seals correctly:

It is normal for the seal to be compressed after the door has been
reversed. With the door closed, use a hair dryer to expand the seal
and fill the gap between the door and the body of the appliance.
Take care not to use the hair dryer too close to the appliance, which
could damage the seal. A distance of approximately 10cm should be
adequate.
When completed, allow the seal and door to cool before touching them.
Once done, the seal should remain in position.

Electrical information

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A
13Amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow the
steps below:

1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.

2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type, into the
fuse cover.

3. Replace fuse cover.

Fig. 15

B

A

Green and Yellow to Earth

Brown to Liv e

13 Amp fuse

Cord Clamp

Blue to Neutra

l

13 Amp

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Important: Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in
position.

How to connect an alternative plug

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, then it should
be cut o and disposed of safely to avoid possible shock hazard. A
suitable alternative plug of at least 13 Amp rating to BS 1363 should be
used.

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:-

• The wire which is coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be connected

to the terminal which is marked with letter (E) or by the Earth symbol

or coloured GREEN and YELLOW.

• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal

which is marked with the letter (N) or coloured BLACK.

• The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the

terminal which is marked with the letter (L) or coloured RED.

If in doubt regarding the electrical connection of this appliance,
consult a qualified electrician. Do not shorten the supply cable, the
appliance may require removing for servicing.

N.B. Ensure that the plug socket is situated in an easily accessible
place after installation.

E & O E. All instructions, dimensions and illustrations are provided for guidance only. CDA reserve the
right to change specifications without prior notice.

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Attribute Symbol Value Units

Model identification FW925

Category of the household refrigerating appliance 7

Voltage / Frequency 220 - 240V

~

/ 50Hz

Dimensions (W x D x H cm)

540 x 540 x 1772

Mass of the appliance M 62

kg

A+

Annual energy consumption AEc 280

kWh/year

The energy consumption is based on standard test results for 24 hours. Actual energy ­consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.

Storage volume (fridge) 77

L

Storage volume (freezer)

158 L

Star rating

°C

Defrosting type

Automatic

Climate class N-ST

Airborne accoustic noise emissions pW 41 dB(A)

Value

FW927

7

63

A+

270

56

190

N-ST

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