Creda CUL16G User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use

Refrigerator

Model CUL16G

To the Installer

Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of this booklet.

The information can be found on the rating plate.

To the User

You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance

and then retain them for future reference.

CONTENTS

Product Safety
Installation
Electrical Connection
Get to Know your Appliance
Getting your Appliance ready for use
Storing Food in the Refrigerator
Energy Saving Tips
Caring for your Appliance
Troubleshooting
Notes
Key Contacts

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Back Cover

Retention of this Instruction Book

This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the
appliance.

If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make sure this Book is also
provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings.

If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from:
GDA LTD., Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB

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PRODUCT SAFETY

ATTENTION

Read your manual carefully since it contains instructions
which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of
your appliance.
Your Refrigerator is built to International safety standards
(EN60) and has been awarded the European approval mark
(IMQ) for compliance with UK electrical safety requirements.
It also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimi­nation of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89).

1. This appliance must not be installed outdoors - not even
in an area protected by a roof. It is extremely dangerous to
leave it exposed to rain or storms.

2. It must only be used by adults and exclusively to refriger­ate and freeze foodstuffs, following the instructions for use
contained in this manual.

3. Do not ever touch or handle the appliance with bare feet
or with wet hands or feet.

4. It is highly recommended that you do not use extension
cords or multiple socket adapters. If the refrigerator is installed
between cabinets, make sure that the cord is not bent or
dangerously pinched or compressed.

5. Never pull on the cord or the refrigerator to remove the plug
from the wall socket - this is very dangerous.

6. Never touch the cooling components within the appliance,
especially with wet hands because this could result in injury.

7. Never put ice cubes just removed from the freezer into your
mouth because they could stick to your mouth and cause
burns.

8. Never clean the appliance or perform maintenance without
first disconnecting it from the electrical mains. Turning the
thermostat knob to the setting does not suffice to break all
electrical contact with the mains.

9. Before having your old refrigerator picked up for disposal,
remove or make inoperable any locking devices to prevent
children who might play in or around the appliance from be­ing locked inside.

10. Before calling for service/assistance in the case of mal­function, consult the chapter entitled “Troubleshooting" to de-

termine whether it is possible to eliminate the problem. Do
not try to repair the problem by trying to access the internal
components of the appliance.

11. If damaged, the power supply cord on this appliance
must necessarily be replaced by our service centre
because special tools are required for replacement.

12. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment
for food storage, if these are not those recommended by the
manufacturer.

13. At the end of the functional life of your appliance –
containing cyclopentane gas in the insulation foam and
perhaps gas R600a (isobutane) in the refrigeration circuit –
the latter should made safe before being sent to the dump.
For this operation, please contact your dealer or the Local
Organisation in charge of waste disposal.

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

To ensure that the appliance operates properly and to
reduce energy consumption, it is important that the ap­pliance is installed correctly.

Ventilation

The compressor and condenser generate heat and, therefore,
need to be ventilated properly. Avoid placing refrigerator in
direct sunlight, or next to an electric stove or similar appliance.
Areas not adequately ventilated are not suitable for this
appliance.
During installation, make sure not to cover or obstruct the grates
that allow for proper ventilation of the appliance.

Away from Heat

Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly
exposed to sunlight or near an oven, hob or the like.

Electrical Connection and Earthing

Before proceeding with the electrical connection, make sure
that the voltage indicated on the rating plate, located at the
bottom left near the fruit and vegetable crisper, corresponds

to the mains voltage in your home and that the socket is fitted
with a standard earthing wire in accordance with safety stand­ards for 46/90 systems. If the socket is not fitted with an
earthing wire, the manufacturer will not be held liable for any
damages and/or injuries arising out of the use of the
appliance. Do not use multiple sockets or adapters.

Position the appliance in such a way that you can access
the socket where it is plugged in.

Insufficient power?

The electrical socket must be able to handle the maximum
power load of the appliance, which is indicated on the rating
plate located at the bottom left next to the vegetable crisper.

Before making the electrical connection ...

After the appliance has been delivered, place it in the vertical
upright position and wait at least 3 hours before inserting the
plug into the socket in order to ensure that it functions
properly.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused
plug that can be plugged into a 13amp socket for
immediate use. Before using the appliance
please read the instructions below.

WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Replacing fuse covers:

When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA
approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be
used and the fuse cover re-fitted.
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be
used until a replacement is obtained.

Replacement fuse covers:

If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of
the correct colour as indicated by the coloured
marking or the colour that is embossed in words
on the base of the plug.

Fitting a new plug

IMPORTANT:

WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CODE...
Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead
may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:

- Connect Green and Yellow wire to
terminal marked 'E' or or coloured
Green and Yellow.

- Connect Brown wire to terminal marked

'L' or coloured red or brown.

- Connect Blue wire to terminal marked 'N'
or coloured Black or Blue.

Changing the plug:

Removing the plug

If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded
plug and you should wish to remove it to add a
longer cable or to re-route the mains cable
through partitions, units etc. please ensure that
either:

- The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re­wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of
approval.

or

- The mains cable is wired directly into a
13amp cable outlet, controlled by a
switch (in compliance with BS 5733)
which is accessible without moving the
appliance.

Disposing of the plug

Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does
not fit your socket. The cable should be cut as
close as possible to the moulded plug.
Remove the fuse.

If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be
fitted with a 13amp fuse. A 15amp plug must be
protected by a 15amp fuse, either in the plug or
adaptor or at the distribution board.

If you are in any doubt about the electrical
supply to your machine, consult a qualified
electrician before use.

CE Marking certifies that this appliance
conforms to the following EEC
directives :
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC &
93/68 EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC

WARNING:
To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the
discarded plug into a socket anywhere else.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

Temperature control

This knob is used to regulate the temperature of the
refrigerator. The following settings are available:

refrigerator OFF;

1 minimum cold temperature;
5 maximum cold temperature

Container with Lid for Butter, Small Tins and Tubes

Door Shelf with Egg Compartment

Tiltable Door Shelf

Sliding Bottle Divider

Door Shelf for Holding Bottles

Fruit and Vegetable Crisper

Drain for Defrost Water

Removable, Height-adjustable Shelves

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Internal Light Button

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GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY FOR USE

NOTICE
After the appliance has been delivered, leave it to stand
in its upright position for approximately 3 hours, before
plugging it into the mains and switching on, to ensure
proper performance.

Before placing food in the refrigerator or freezer, clean the
interior well with warm water and baking soda.
After plugging the appliance into the socket, make sure that
the light is on inside the appliance. Then turn the temperature
control (A) to the “3” setting. After a few hours, you can
place fresh food in the refrigerator.

How to use the Refrigerator...

The temperature control automatically regulates the
temperature inside the appliance

1 = minimum cold temperature
5 = maximum cold temperature

It is recommended that a medium setting be used.

To increase the amount of space, optimize arrangement and
improve appearance, this appliance has a “cooling area”
located within the back panel of the refrigerator compartment.
When the appliance is operating, this panel may be cov­ered with frost or droplets of water depending on whether the
compressor is operating or not.

Do not be concerned about this!
The refrigerator is operating normally.

If the temperature control is positioned on higher settings while
the refrigerator is heavily filled and the ambient temperature
high, the appliance may run continuously, resulting in the for­mation of frost on the back cooling area. This will lead to an
increase in energy consumption.

To avoid this situation, just turn the temperature con­trol to a lower setting so that the appliance defrosts
automatically.

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What Not to Store in the Refrigerator

Garlic (transmits odour), onions and leeks.
Bananas (they will turn black).
Citrus fruits.
Potatoes and root vegetables (store in dark, dry places).

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- The air circulates naturally, with the colder air falling be­cause it is heavier. This is the reason why meat and cheeses
should be placed above the vegetable crisper.

- Please follow our instructions carefully on maximum stor­age time: any food, even the freshest, will not remain edible
for any extended amount of time.

- Contrary to popular belief, cooked foods do not store any
longer than raw food.

- Do not place liquids in containers without covering them
because this will lead to an increase in the level of moisture
within the refrigerator, causing the formation of frost.

- Be careful not to place containers (plastic or glass), food or
other objects in direct contact with the cooling area of the
back wall of the refrigerator. This could harm the food, in­crease energy consumption and facilitate the formation of
condensate (on food, containers, etc.).

- The refrigerator compartment is equipped with convenient,
removable shelves (Fig. 1) which can be adjusted for height
using the shelf guides. This allows you to place even large
containers and foodstuffs in the refrigerator.

Fig. 1

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

- Install the Appliance Properly

In other words, away from sources of heat and direct sun­light, in a well ventilated room.

- Correct Temperature Settings

Set the temperature control to one of the middle settings. Very
cold temperature settings will not only consume a great deal
of energy but will neither improve nor lengthen the storage life
of the food. Excessively cold temperatures may ruin vegeta­bles, cold cuts and cheese.

- Do not Overfill your Appliance

Remember that proper storage of food requires good air cir­culation. Overfilling your appliance will hamper proper air
circulation and overwork the compressor.

- Close the Doors

Open your refrigerator only when necessary, remember that
every time you open the door, most of the cold air will be lost.
To bring the temperature back to the proper level again, the
motor must run for a considerable amount of time, consuming
a substantial amount of energy.

- Check the Door Seal

Keep the seal clean and make sure that they adhere well to
the door. This alone will ensure that no cold air escapes.

- No Hot Foods

A container of hot food placed in the refrigerator will increase
the temperature significantly.
Allow food to cool before storing.

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CARING FOR YOUR APPLIANCE

Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance
from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning off
the general switch in your home).

Defrosting

WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
Do not use mechanical devices or instruments other than
those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up
the defrosting process.

How to Defrost the Refrigerator

The evaporator defrosts automatically during operation. The
defrost water is collected by the conveyor and is evaporated
externally automatically.
Clean the defrost water drain hole periodically (fig. 2). This
will prevent the water collecting on the bottom of the refrigera­tor instead of flowing out.

Fig. 2

Cleaning and Special Maintenance

Before cleaning the refrigerator, switch off and remove
the plug from the socket.

- Your appliance is manufactured with hygienic, odourless
materials. To preserve these characteristics, always use
sealed containers to store foods, in order to prevent spills
which could stain and cause unpleasant, difficult to remove
odours.

- Use a water and bicarbonate solution to clean the appli­ance. Cean the interior and exterior with a sponge soaked in
warm water and a sodium bicarbonate solution, which is,
among other things, a good disinfectant. If you do not have
any in the house, you can use a neutral soap.

- DO NOT use abrasive detergents, bleach or deterents con­taining ammonia. NEVER use solvent based products.

- All removable parts should be taken out and soaked in
warm soapy water or detergent. Rinse and dry them thor­oughly before putting them back in the appliance.

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When the appliance is not used for a long time

to clean the interior and dry thoroughly, leave the doors open
to prevent the formation of mould and unpleasant odors.

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Replacing the light bulb.

the refrigerator is located at the back of the thermostat box.
When replacing the lamp, unplug the appliance from the elec­trical socket, unscrew the burned out lamp and replace it
with another with a wattage no higher than 15W (fig. 3).

The bulb for lighting the interior of

, remember

Fig. 3

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Nothing works.

Check that:

· The mains switch in your home is on.

· There has not been a power cut.

· The plug is properly inserted in the socket and is switched
on.

· The socket is working; try another appliance in the socket
to check.

· The fuse in the plug is ok - if not replace it,
(see ELECTRICAL CONNECTION).

The refrigerator does not cool properly.

Check that:

· The door is shut properly.

· The seal is clean and not damaged.

· The door has not been left open too long.

· The temperature control is on the correct setting.

· The refrigerator or freezer is not overfilled.

The food in the refrigerator becomes too
cold.

Check that:

· The temperature control is on the correct setting;

· The food is not in contact with the back wall - which is the
coldest part.

The motor runs continuously.

Check that:

· The door is shut properly or has not been left open too
long;

· The room temperature is not too high;

· The temperature control is not set too high.

The appliance makes too much noise.

The refrigerant in the cooling circuit causes a slight bubbling
sound, even when the compressor is not running (this is
quite normal and is not a fault).

Check that:

· The appliance is level.

· The appliance was installed between cabinets or objects
that vibrate and make noise.

There is water on the bottom of the
refrigerator.

Check that:

· The defrost drain is clear from any blockage (see fig.2).

If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or
the problem persists, call Creda Service (see KEY
CONTACTS, back page) and inform them of:

- the type of problem

- the abbreviation of the model name (Mod.) and the relative
numbers (S/N)
Information can be found on the rating plate,
located at the bottom left next to the fruit and vegetable crisper.

More Troubleshooting information and general product
advice can be found on our website at:
www.theservicecentre.co.uk

Never call on unauthorized technicians and always
refuse spare parts which are not originals.

Recycling & Disposal Information

As part of Creda's continued commitment to helping the environment, we reserve the right to
use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material
wastage.
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut mains cable off flush with
the appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be
plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut.

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NOTES

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NOTES

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195.037.027.00

April 2003 Part no. FP192 - 01