Gorenje Simplicity Series, COMBI FS600 ESS SY, COMBI FS600 ADV SY Detailed Instructions For Use

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DETAILED
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USE OF UPRIGHT

REFRIGERATOR AND
FREEZER

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We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing

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our appliance which is designed to simplify your life. To make the use of the
product easier, we have supplied detailed instructions for use, and installation
instructions supplied on a separate sheet. The instructions should allow you to
learn about your new appliance as quickly as possible.

We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use.

The appliance is intended solely for household use.

The refrigerator is intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0°C.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh food and for long-term storage of

frozen food (up to one year, depending on the type of food).

Please visit our website where you can enter your appliance model number,
indicated on the rating plate or the warranty sheet, to find detailed description
of your appliance, tips on use, troubleshooting, service information, instructions
for use etc.

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Important safety warning

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General information and tips

Protecting the environment

Do not wash in the dishwasher

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

4 IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS

4 Before using the appliance for the first time
5 Important safety instructions
7 Important information on the use of appliance
8 Environment protection

9 ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION
APPLIANCES

10 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION

13 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION

14 CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING

16 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

18 APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT

22 RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD IN THE
APPLIANCE

23 STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR

27 STORING FOOD IN THE FreshZone DRAWER

28 FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN FOOD

28 Freezing process
29 Important warnings on freezing fresh food
29 Storage of industrially frozen food
30 Frozen food storage time
30 Defrosting frozen food

INTRODUCTION

APPLIANCE
DESCRIPTION

STORING AND
FREEZING FOOD

31 DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE

32 CLEANING THE APPLIANCE

33 TROUBLESHOOTING

35 INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE NOISE

DEFROSTING
AND CLEANING
THE APPLIANCE

OTHER

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IMPORTANT NOTES AND

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PRECAUTIONS

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR
THE FIRST TIME

Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please
read carefully the instructions for use which describe the
appliance and its correct and safe use. The instructions
apply to several appliance types/models; thus, settings or
equipment may be described herein which is not available
in your appliance. We recommend saving this instruction
manual for future reference and attach it to the appliance if
it is sold in the future.
The instruction manual includes the NO FROST version/
model of the freezer which is fitted with a fan and in
which the defrosting process is automatic (only with some
models).

Check for any damage or irregularities on your appliance. If
you find your appliance is damaged, notify the retailer from
which you have purchased the appliance.

Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, let
the appliance rest in a vertical position for a minimum of 2
hours. This will reduce the possibility of operation faults due
to the effect of transport on the cooling system.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The appliance must be connected to the power mains and
grounded in compliance with the effective standards and
regulations.

Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the power
mains (unplug the power cord from the wall outlet).

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
service technician or other adequately trained person.

If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician. Do
not attempt a repair of the LED lighting yourself, as there is
danger of contact with high voltage!

WARNING! Do not use any electric devices inside the

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appliance, except for those allowed by the manufacturer
of this refrigeration appliance.

WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other

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

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Danger of frostbite

Never put frozen food in your mouth and avoid touching
frozen food as this may cause frostnip or frostbite.

Safety of children and vulnerable persons

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or metal capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.

Remove the packaging intended to protect the appliance
or particular parts during transport and keep it outside the
reach of children.
It presents danger of injury or suffocation.

Do not let the children play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.

When removing a used appliance, disconnect the
power cord, remove the door, and leave the shelves in
the appliance. This will prevent children from locking
themselves in the appliance.

Warning regarding the refrigerant

The appliance contains a small amount of an
environmentally friendly yet flammable gas R600a. Make
sure that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. A
gas leak is not hazardous to the environment, but it could
cause eye injury or fire.
In case of a gas leak, ventilate the room thoroughly,
disconnect the appliance from the power mains, and call a
service technician.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE
OF APPLIANCE

WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the

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

The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be
exposed to rain.

Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

If the appliance will be out of use for an extended period of
time, switch it off using the relevant button, and unplug it
from the power mains. Empty the appliance, defrost it, clean
it, and leave the door ajar.

In case of an error or power supply failure, do not open the
freezer compartment unless the freezer has not operated
for over 16 hours. After this period, use the frozen food or
provide sufficient cooling (e.g. a replacement appliance).

Technical information on the appliance

Rating plate can be found in the appliance interior. It
indicates data on voltage, gross and net volume, type
and amount of refrigerant, and information on the climate
classes.
If the language on the rating plate is not the language of
your choice or the language of your country, replace it with
the one supplied.

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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials
that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without any
hazard to the environment.

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Removing an obsolete appliance

To protect the environment, take the obsolete appliance to
an authorized home appliance collection centre.
Before doing so, do the following:

• disconnect the appliance from the power mains;

• do not allow children to play with the appliance.

WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

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This will also prevent pollution.

The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product
should not be treated as normal household waste. The product should be
taken to an authorized collection centre for waste electric and electronic

equipment processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent
any negative effects on the environment and health of people which could
occur in case of incorrect product removal. For detailed information on
removal and processing of the product, please contact the relevant municipal
body in charge of waste management, your waste disposal service, or the
store where you bought the product.

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ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER
WITH REFRIGERATION
APPLIANCES

• Install the appliance as specifi ed in the instruction manual.

• Do not open the door more often than necessary.

• Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is

unobstructed.

• Condenser unit on the rear wall should be kept clean (see chapter Cleaning

the appliance).

• If the gasket is damaged or does not provide a perfect seal for other reasons,

have it replaced as soon as possible.

• Store the food in tightly sealed containers or appropriate packaging.

• Before placing the food in the appliance, cool it to room temperature.

• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator compartment.

• Remove some of the drawers from the freezer compartment as described in

the instruction manual, in order to make use of the entire interior.

• Defrost your conventional freezer when an approximately 3-5 milimeter layer

of of frost or ice has built up on the refrigerated surfaces.

• Make sure the layout of shelves in the compartment is uniform and that

the food is placed so that the air can freely circulate in the appliance
interior (observe the recommended placement of food as described in the
instructions).

• In appliances with a fan, do not block the fan slots.

• If you do not need the fan or the ionizer, switch them o to reduce power

consumption.

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION

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SELECTING THE ROOM

• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance will operate

correctly if the environment temperature is in the interval specifi ed in the
table. The appliance class is indicated on the rating plate / label with the basic
information on the appliance.

Class Temperature

SN (subnormal)

N (normal)

ST (subtropical)

T (tropical)

• Do not place an appliance in a room where temperature can drop to
below 5 °C as this may cause abnormal appliance operation or failure!

• After the installation, the appliance mains plug should be accessible!

• Do not place the appliance near appliances or devices radiating heat, such as
a cooker, a stove, a radiator, water heater etc., and do not expose it to direct
sunlight. The appliance should stand at least 3 cm away from an electric or gas
cooker or at least 30 cm away from an oil or solid fuel stove. If the distance
between such source of heat and the appliance is smaller, use an insulating
panel.

from +10°C to +32°C

from +16°C to +32°C

from +16°C to +38°C

from +16°C to +43°C

Note: Place the appliance in a su ciently large room. There should be at least
1 m3 of space per 8 grams of refrigerant. Amount of refrigerant is indicated on
the rating plate in the appliance interior.

• At the base of the kitchen unit intended for building in the integrated
appliance, there should be at least 200 cm2 free space, for adequate air
circulation.

On the upper part of the appliance the air is coming out, so try not to cover

the opening for the outfl ow air.

Ignoring this caution may result in damage to the appliance.

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INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE

> 90°

max

30 mm

Appliance installation should be carried
out by at least two persons to avoid
any physical injury or damage to the
appliance.

• The appliance must stand level or
tilted slightly to the back, stable on a
solid base. At the front, the appliance
is fi tted with two adjustable legs that
can be used to level the appliance. At
the rear side, casters allow for easier
installation of the appliance (only
with some models).

• There should be a clearance of at
least 5 cm between the appliance and
any cupboard installed above it, in
order to allow adequate cooling of the
condenser unit.

• The appliance is supplied with two
spacers which should be installed
on the lower part of the housing to
prevent from pushing the appliance
too close to the wall. Appliance may
also be installed without the spacers;
however, this may increase power
consumption.

• Do not expose the appliance to
direct sunlight and do not place
it near any source of heat. If this
cannot be avoided, install an
insulation panel.

• The appliance may stand alone or
it may be placed ext to a cupboard
or a wall. Consider the clearance
required to fully open the door in
order to allow pulling out the drawers
and shelves.

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