Flavel FC7030FAP Operating Instructions Manual

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FC7030FAP

Frost Free Combi

Fridge / Freezer

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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 with years of good 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 reference.

This manual

• Will help you use your appliance quickly and safely.

• 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. A Warning against dangerous conditions for life and property. B Warning against electric voltage.

This product is supplied with the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical

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.

Recycling

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CONTENTS

1 Your refrigerator 4

2 Warnings 5

Electrical Requirements ..................... 6

Warning! This Appliance Must Be

Earthed .............................................6

Energy Saving Tips ............................ 7

3 Installation 8

Points to be considered when re-

transporting your refrigerator .............8

Before operating your refrigerator ...... 8

Electric connection ............................8

Disposing of the packaging ...............9

Disposing of your old refrigerator ....... 9

Placing and Installation ......................9

TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS 10

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...... 11

REPLACING THE INTERIOR LIGHT

BULB ............................................. 12

Reversing the doors ........................13

4 Before operating 19

Final Check .....................................19

5 Using your refrigerator 20

TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND

ADJUSTMENT ................................. 20

SUGGESTED ARRANGEMENT OF

FOOD IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER .... 21

STORING FROZEN FOOD ............... 22

FREEZING FRESH FOOD ................22

MAKING ICE CUBES ....................... 23

DEFROSTING .................................. 23

6 Maintenance and cleaning 24

7 Do’s and Don’ts 25

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1 Your refrigerator

C Figures 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.

1. Fridge compartment door shelves

2. Egg holders

3. Bottle Shelf

4. Deep-freeze compartment

5. Freezer Fan

6. Crisper

7. Defrost water collection channel - Drain tube

8. Adjustable body shelves

9. Wine rack

10. Interior Light

11. Thermostat knob

Congratulations on your choice of a FLAVEL quality Appliance which has been

designed to give you service for many years.

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2 Warnings

•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. At FLAVEL, the care and protection of our environment is an ongoing commitment. This appliance which is among the latest range introduced is particularly environment friendly. Your appliance contains non

CFC / HFC natural substances in the cooling system (Called R600a) 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 or 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.

• 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 multiple adapter bar or extension cable.

• Failure to observe these instructions

may invalidate your right to free service during the guarantee period.

• Keep ventilation openings, in the

appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

• Do not use mechanical devices

or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• 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.

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Electrical Requirements

Before you insert the plug into the wall

socket make sure that the voltage and the frequency shown on the rating plate inside the appliance corresponds to yourelectricity supply.

Rating label is on the left hand side of

fridge inner liner. We recommend that this appliance be

connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched and fused socket.

The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.

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 FLAVEL 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.

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

coloured green and yellow or green.

2. Connect the blue (Neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug marked ‘N’ or

coloured black.

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.

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FITTED WITH

BS 1362 13A FUSE ALWAYS

FIT BS 1362 REPLACEMENT

CARTRIDGE FUSE

GREEN &

YELLOW

GREEN

BLUE

BLACK

BROWN

RED

22mm.

6mm.

32mm.

12mm.

FUSE

CORD GRIP

Energy Saving Tips

1- Ensure your appliance is installed in a well ventilated area.

2- Ensure the time between buying

chilled/frozen food and placing them

in your appliance is kept at minimum, particularly in summer. We recommend you use a cool bag or a special carrier bag to carry frozen food.

3- Do not leave the door (s) of your

appliance open longer than necessary and ensure they are closed properly after each opening.

4- Defrost frozen food in the fridge compartment, so that frozen food acts as an ice pack to assist cooling in the fridge.

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3 Installation

BPlease 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.

Please do not forget… 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.Please install the 2 plastic wedges as illustrated in the figure. Plastic wedges will provide the required distance between your refrigerator and the wall in order to allow the air circulation. (The illustrated figure is only an example and does not match

exactly with your product.)

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

4.Plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet. When the fridge door is open, the fridge compartment 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

Electric connection

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

Important:

• The connection must be in compliance

with national regulations.

• The power cable plug must be easily

accessible after installation.

• The specified voltage must be equal to

your mains voltage.

• Extension cables and multiway plugs

must not be used for connection.

BA damaged power cable must be

replaced by a qualified electrician.

BProduct must not be operated before

it is repaired! There is danger of electric shock!

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Disposing of the packaging

The packing materials may be

dangerous for children. Keep the

packing materials out of the reach of children or dispose of them by classifying them in accordance with the waste instructions. Do not dispose of them 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 refrigerator without giving any harm to the environment.

•You may consult your authorised dealer

or waste collection center of your municipality about the disposal of your refrigerator.

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

A If the entrance door of the room

where the refrigerator will be installed is not wide enough for the refrigerator to pass through, then 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.

5. Do not keep your refrigerator in ambient temperatures under 10°C.

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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 frontof 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.

FLAVEL declines to accept any

liability should the instructions not be followed.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. The space in the room where the appliance is installed must not be smaller than 10 cubic metres.

2. This appliance is designed to operate at temperatures specified in the table below is equipped with Advanced Electronic Temperature Control System [AETCS] which ensures that at the advised setting [4

- four on the knob] the frozen food in the freezer will not defrost even if the ambient temperature falls as low as

-15 °C. When first installed the product

MUST NOT be placed in low ambient

temperatures because the freezer will not reduce to it’s standard operating

temperature. Once it has reached its

steady operating state it can be relocated. So you may then install your appliance in a garage or an unheated room without having to worry about frozen food in the freezer being spoilt.

However at low ambient temperatures

mentioned above, fridge contents are likely to freeze, so check and consume food in the fridge accordingly. When the ambient temperature returns to normal, you may change the knob setting to suit your needs.

CIf the ambient temperature is below 0°C, the food in the fridge compartment will freeze.So, we recommend you don’t use the fridge compartment in such low ambient conditions. You can continue using the freezer compartment as usual.

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 to the condenser on the

back of the appliance by rotating 1/4

turn.

(See Diagram).

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,

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until the product is in firm contact with the floor. Correct adjustment of feet avoids excessive vibration and noise.

6. Refer to cleaning and care section

to prepare your appliance for use.

7. A special receptacle is supplied to store the mains plug during transit. The receptacle is fixed at the back of the cabinet, on the side of the

compressor. (See diagram) Gently

remove the plug from the receptacle.

Never pull the mains cord, you may

damage the appliance. In the case of transportation, ensure you locate the plug in the receptacle provided to avoid transit damage.

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.

• You may find it useful to remove

shelves for easy access.

2. Use a flat tipped screwdriver to

remove the light diffuser cover by inserting the blade in each of the two recesses to prise off each side.

3. First check that the bulb hasn’t worked loose by ensuring it is screwed

securely in the holder. Replace the

plug and switch on. If the bulb works, replace 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 (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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Reversing the doors

Proceed in numerical order .

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4 Before operating

Final Check

Before you start using the fridge/

freezer check that:

1. The feet have been adjusted for perfect levelling.

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

3. Clean the interior as recommended

under “CLEANING AND CARE.”

4. Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity supply.

• When the door is open the fridge

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, whether the compressor is running or not which is quite normal.

“Due to operation of the fan inside the frost free freezer compartment, overall noise level is slightly higher in comparison to non-frost free appliances. This is quite normal and is not a fault.”

6. Set the thermostat knob half way

between 1 and 5.

7. Front edges of the cabinet may feel

warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be warm to avoid condensation.

8. “Do not load the appliance

immediately it is switched on. Wait until the correct storage temperature has been reached. We recommend that you check the temperature with an accurate thermometer (see;

Temperature Control and Adjustment)”

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5 Using your refrigerator

TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENT

Operating temperatures are controlled by the thermostat knob (see diagram)

located on the ceiling of fridge compartment. Settings may be made from 1 to 5, 5 being the coldest position.

When the appliance is switched on for the first time, the thermostat should be adjusted so that after 24 hours, the average fridge temperature

is no higher than +5°C (+41°F). We

recommend you set the thermostat half way between the 1 and 5 setting and monitor to obtain the desired temperature i. e. towards 5 you will obtain a colder fridge temperature and vice versa. Some sections of the fridge may be cooler or warmer ( such as the salad crisper and the top part of the

cabinet ) which is quite normal.

The normal storage temperature of the

freezer should be -18°C (0°F). Lower

temperatures may be obtained by adjusting thermostat knob towards 5 position.

We recommend that you check the temperature with an accurate thermometer to ensure that the storage compartments are kept to the desired temperature.

Remember you must take your reading

very quickly since the thermometer temperature will rise very rapidly after

you remove it from the freezer. Please remember each time the door

is opened cold air escapes and the internal temperature rises. Therefore never leave the door open and ensure it is closed immediately after food is put in or removed.

In case of a temporary ice build up in the fridge compartment, reduce the thermostat setting to 1, monitoring at the same time that the fridge temperature is maximum +5 degrees

C [41 degrees F]. Once the ice build

up disappears and the appliance starts auto defrosting again as normal, then you may increase the thermostat setting, if required.

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SUGGESTED ARRANGEMENT OF FOOD IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER

6 6

3 4

Arrangement Examples (See diagram)

1. Baked, chilled cooked food, dairy

products, cans.

2. Meat, sausages, cold cuts.

3. Fruit, vegetables, salads.

4. Making, storing ice cubes.

5. Frozen food.

6. Frozen food and freezing of fresh

food.

7. Butter, cheese.

8. Small bottles, cans, tubes.

9. Eggs.

10. Tall, large bottles, beverages.

The following guidelines and recommendations are suggested to obtain the best

results and storage hygiene.

1. The fridge compartment is for the

short term storage of fresh food and drinks.

2. The freezer compartment is

rated and suitable for the freezing and storage of pre frozen food. The recommendation for

storage as stated on the food packaging should be observed at all times.

3. Cooked dishes must be stored in airtight covered containers.

4. Fresh wrapped produce can be placed on the shelf. Fresh fruit and vegetables should be cleaned and stored in the crisper bins.

5. Bottles can be placed in the door

section.

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

7. Keep the food packed wrapped

or covered. Allow hot food and beverages to cool before placing them in the fridge. Do not store explosive

substances. High proof alcohol must

be stored upright in sealed containers.

Left over canned food should not be

stored in the can.

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

9. Some fruit and vegetables suffer damage if kept at temperatures near 0°C. Therefore wrap pineapples,

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melons, cucumbers, tomatoes and similar produce in polythene bags.

10. Place chilled cooked food and similar food near the rear of the fridge inner liner where the cold wall is located.

11. Shelves, racks, crisper bins, drawers, flaps, bottle grippers are all removable.

12. Do not leave frozen food at room temperature to thaw; the best way to defrost food is to put it in the fridge to thaw slowly. Make sure you avoid defrosting food or food juices drip onto other food.

13. For hygiene reasons, always wrap food using a suitable packaging material before storing in your appliance to avoid contact with the appliance surface.

STORING FROZEN FOOD

Prepacked commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the

frozen food manufacturer’s instructions for a

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 door. Frozen food should not be affected if the failure lasts for less than 13 hrs. If the failure is longer, then the food should be checked and either eaten immediately or cooked and then re-frozen.

FREEZING FRESH FOOD

Please observe the following instructions to obtain the best results.

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

Placing warm food into the freezer compartment causes the refrigeration compressor to operate continuously until the food is frozen solid. This can temporarily lead to excessive cooling of the refrigeration compartment.

When freezing fresh food turn the setting knob towards. Max small

quantities of food up to 1/2 kg. (1 lb)

can be frozen without having to rotate the temperature control knob.

You may place fresh food to be frozen in any part of the freezer.

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

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MAKING ICE CUBES

Fill the ice - cube tray 3/4 full with water and place it in the Ice Bank. Loosen frozen trays with the handle

of a spoon, never use sharp edged objects such as knives, forks. Store

ice-cubes in the Ice Bank.

Note: If freshly made ice cubes are

not consumed for several weeks

and stored in Ice Bank, they will

slowly reduce in size and eventually disappear completely.

DEFROSTING

A) FRIDGE COMPARTMENT

The fridge compartment defrosts automatically. The defrosting water runs to the drain tube via a collection container at the back of the appliance

(1).(see diagram) During defrosting

water droplets may form at the back of the fridge compartment

where concealed evaporator is located.Some droplets may remain on the liner and refreeze when defrosting is completed. Do not use pointed or sharp edged objects such as knives, forks to remove the droplets which have frozen.

If at any time the defrost water does not drain from the collection channel, check to ensure that no food particles have blocked the drain tube. The drain tube can be cleared by pushing the special plastic plunger provided down

the drain tube (2). If the frost layer reaches about 1/4”(7 mm), reduce the setting (i.e. from 4 to 1) to restart

automatic defrosting.

B) FREEZER COMPARTMENT

The freezer compartment defrosts automatically.

Warnings!

The fan inside the freezer compartment

circulates cold air. Never insert

any object through the guard. Do not allow children to play with

the freezer fan.

Never store products that contain

inflammable propellant gas

(eg dispensers, spray cans etc.) or

explosive substances. Don’t cover the shelves with any

protective materials, which may obstruct

air circulation. Do not allow children to play with the

appliance or tamper with the controls. Do not obstruct the freezer fan guard

to ensure that you obtain the best possible performance

from your appliance.

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6 Maintenance and cleaning

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

cleaning.

** Never use any sharp abrasive instrument, soap, household cleaner,

detergent and wax polish for cleaning.

** Use luke warm water to clean the cabinet of the appliance and wipe it

dry.

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

dry.

** Make sure that no water enters the

lamp housing.

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

the door ajar.

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

cleaner.

** Check door seals regularly to ensure they are clean and free from food

particles.

** Removal of door tray

• To remove door racks, remove all the contents and then simply push

the door rack upwards from the base.

** To remove a freezer drawer, pull it as far as possible, and then tilt it upwards, and then pull it out

completely.

** To remove the freezer flap door, first open the door 3” and then gently pull it off. Make sure that the flap is in place

before closing the freezer door.

** Make sure that the special plastic container (drain tray) at the back of the appliance which collects defrost water is clean at all times. If you want to remove the tray to clean it follow the

instructions below :

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

• Push the lug down with the tip of

a screw driver & pull out with a jerk

movement

• Clean the drain tray and wipe it dry.

• Reassemble reversing the sequence and operations.

** Avoid spillage of food particularly small items like rice, peas, beans through the fan guard as they may cause the cooling system to block and

therefore operate less efficiently.

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7 Do’s and Don’ts

Do- Clean your appliance regularly

(See “Cleaning and Care”)

Do- Keep raw meat and poultry below

cooked food and dairy products.

Do- Take off any unusable leaves on

vegetables and wipe off any soil.

Do- Leave lettuce, cabbage, parsley

and cauliflower on the stem.

Do- Wrap cheese firstly in greaseproof

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

Do- Wrap raw meat and poultry

loosely in polythene or aluminium foil. This prevents drying.

Do- Wrap fish and offal in polythene

bags.

Do- Wrap food which have a strong

odour or can dry out in polythene bags, aluminium foil or place in an

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

mineral water before serving. Do- Check contents of the freezer

every so often.

Do- Keep food for as short a time

as possible and adhere to “Best

Before”, “Use by” etc. dates.

Do- Store commercially frozen food in

accordance with the instructions

given on the packets that you buy. Do- Always choose high quality fresh

food and be sure it is thoroughly

clean before you freeze it. Do- Prepare fresh food for freezing

in small portions to ensure rapid

freezing.

Do- Wrap all food in aluminium foil or

freezer quality polythene bags and make sure any air is excluded.

Do- Wrap frozen food when you buy it

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

Do- Defrost food in the fridge

compartment.

Do- Remove ice cream from the

freezer 10-20 minutes before serving.

Don’t- Store bananas in your fridge

compartment.

Don’t- Store melon in your fridge. It

can be chilled for short periods as long as it is wrapped to avoid it flavouring other food.

Don’t- Store poisonous or any

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

Don’t- Consume food which has been

stored for an excessive time in the fridge.

Don’t- Store cooked and fresh food

together in the same container. They should be packaged and stored seperately.

Don’t- Let defrosting food or food

juices drip onto food.

Don’t- Leave the door open for long

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

Don’t- Put hot food into the appliance.

Let it cool down first.

Don’t- Put liquid-filled bottles or sealed

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

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Don’t- Exceed the maximum freezing

loads (6 kg in any 24 hours) when

freezing fresh food.

Don’t- Give children ice-cream and

water ices direct from the freezer.

The low temperature may cause

‘freezer burns’ on lips. Don’t- Freeze fizzy drinks. Don’t- Try to keep frozen food which

has thawed, it should be eaten

within 24 hours or cooked and

refrozen.

Don’t- Remove items from the freezer

with wet hands. Don’t- Close the freezer door before

placing the compartment cover in

its place.

Don’t- Leave frozen food at room

temperature to thaw; the best way

to defrost food is to put it in the

fridge to thaw slowly. Make sure

you avoid defrosting food or food

juices drip onto other food.

PROBLEM SOLVING

If the appliance does not operate when switched on, check whether:

• The plug is inserted properly in the

socket and that the power supply is on. (To check the power supply to the

socket, plug in another appliance)

• The fuse has blown/circuit breaker has tripped/main distribution switch

has been turned off.

• The temperature control has been set correctly and not to “0” (OFF)

• New plug is wired correctly if you

have changed the fitted moulded plug. If the appliance is still not operating

after the above checks, please refer

to the section on “How To Obtain

Service”. Please ensure that above checks have

been made as a charge will be made if no fault is found.

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GUARANTEE DETAILS

Your new Flavel product is guaranteed against the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve

months from the date of the original purchase.

What is covered?

•Repairs necessary as a result of faulty materials, defective components or manufacturing

defect.

•The cost of functional replacement parts, but excluding consumable items.

•The labour costs of a Flavel approved repairer to carry out the repair.

What is not covered?

•Transit, delivery or accidental damage or misuse and abuse.

•Cabinet or appearance parts, including knobs, ﬂaps, handles or container lids.

•Accessories or consumable items including but not limited to, ice trays,

scrapers, cutlery baskets, filters and light bulbs.

•Repairs required as a result of unauthorised repair or inexpert installation that fails to

meet the requirements contained in the user instruction book.

•Repairs to products used on commercial or non-residential household premises.

•Loss of frozen food in freezers or fridge/freezers. (Food loss insurance is often included

within your household contents insurance policy, or may be available separately from your

retailer).

Important notes.

•Your Flavel product is designed and built for domestic household use only.

•The guarantee will be void if the product is installed or used in commercial or

non-residential domestic household premises.

•The product must be correctly installed, located and operated in accordance with the

instructions contained in the User Instructions Booklet provided.

•Professional installation by a qualified Electrical Domestic Appliance Installer is

recommended for all Washing Machines, Dishwashers and Electric Cookers

•Gas Cookers must only be installed by a CORGI (or BORD GAIS) registered Gas Installer.

•The guarantee is given only within the boundaries of the United Kingdom and the

Republic of Ireland.

•The guarantee is applicable only to new products and is not transferable if the product is

resold.

•Flavel disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages.

The guarantee does not in anyway diminish your statutory or legal rights.

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HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

Please keep your purchase receipt or other proof of purchase in a safe place; you will need to have it should the product require attention under guarantee.

You should also complete the details below; it will help us assist you when requesting service. (The model number is printed on the Instruction Booklet and the serial number is printed on the Rating Label affixed to the appliance)

Model No: Serial No: Retailer: Date of purchase:

For service under guarantee simply telephone the appropriate number below

UK Mainland & Northern Ireland

Fridges & Freezers 0845 6004903 Electric Cookers 0845 6004921 Gas & Dual Fuel Cookers 0845 6004921 Washing Machines 0845 6004906 & Dishwashers

Republic of Ireland

All Refrigeration, All Cookers 01 862 3411 Washing Machines & Dishwashers

Before requesting service please check the trouble-shooting guide in the Operating Instructions as a charge may be levied where no fault is found even though your product may still be under guarantee.

Service once the manufacturers guarantee has expired.

If you have purchased an extended guarantee please refer to the instructions contained within the extended guarantee agreement document. Otherwise please call the appropriate number above where service can be obtained at a charge.

Should you experience any difficulty in obtaining service please contact the Flavel Customer Help-Line. Tel: 0845 6004911 e-mail:service@leisurecp.co.uk

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