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Instructions for use
Upright refrigerator-freezer
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Upright refrigerator-freezer
Thank you for your confi dence in buying our appliance and congratulations on the excellent choice.
We hope it will successfully serve its purpose for many years.
The appliance is intended solely for household use.
Upright refrigerator - freezer (hereinafter: the appliance) consists of two parts: top part is refrigerator
and bottom part is upright freezer.
Refrigerator is used in households for storage of fresh food at temperatures above 0°C.
Freezer is used in households for freezing fresh food and storage of frozen food for up to one year
(depending on the type of food).
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Before fi rst operation .................................................. 3
A few tips on how to save power with your
refrigerator-freezer combo ........................................5
Description of the appliance ......................................6
Installation and connections ...................................... 7
Changing the Direction of Opening the Door ........... 9
Appliance with electronic control ............................ 10
Control panel - Appliance with
mechanical regulation .............................................. 15
Refrigerator accessories ..........................................17
Storage of food in the refrigerator ........................... 19
Storing food in the FreshZone compartment .........20
Freezing and storing frozen food ............................. 21
Defrosting the appliance ........................................... 23
Cleaning the appliance .............................................24
Troubleshooting guide .............................................. 25
Noise level .................................................................. 27
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Before fi rst operation
• 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.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offi ces and other working environments;
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments;
– catering and similar non-retail applications.
• Before connecting the appliance read these instructions carefully. They describe the appliance
and provide instructions for its safe and correct use. The instructions are prepared for
different types and models of the appliance so they may contain descriptions of functions and
components your appliance may not have.
• These instructions also contain the NO FROST version of the freezer, fi tted with the fan and
featuring automatic defrosting.
• Remove the wrapping protecting the appliance during transport.
• Wrappings contain environmentally friendly materials which can be recycled, recovered or
disposed off without threat to the environment.
• On the door corners (on freestanding appliances) or on the housing of the appliances (on built-in
appliances) the spacers are installed, which should be removed and replaced with the attached
spacer-plugs.
• Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, leave it in upright position for about 2
hours. This will reduce possibility of malfunctions in the cooling system resulting from prior
transport and handling.
• The appliance must be connected to the mains supply in accordance with the standing
regulations and local requirements.
• The appliance must not be used in open air or exposed to weather precipitation.
• Always disconnect the appliance from power supply (pull the power cord from wall socket) before
cleaning and before replacing the light bulb.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualifi ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• In case of longer disuse fi rst turn the appliance off with the ON/OFF button and disconnect it
from mains supply. Empty the appliance, clean the interior and leave the door ajar.
• For the protection of environment deliver the obsolete appliance to the authorized scrap
appliance dealers.
• Never let the children play with the appliance.
• Self closing shear door hinge pulls the door to the cabinet just before closing, thereby preventing the door
to remain ajar. Equally it limits the door opening angle and prevents damage to adjacent elements.
• Rating plate with basic information is located in the interior of the appliance. If the sticker plate is
not suitable for your language, replace it with the attached one.
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• WARNING! Keep Ventilation openings in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• Warning: Do not use any mechanical accessories
when thawing the refrigerator, except for those explicitly
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Warning: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• Warning: Do not use any electrical devices inside the
appliance, except for those explicitly recommended by
the manufacturer.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not
be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of thisproduct. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city offi ce, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
Disposal
The environment and personal safety must be considered when disposing of this appliance.
Please ensure the appliance is taken to a recycle center for safe recycling. DO NOT dispose of
the appliance in land fi ll as the insulation and refrigerant gas contained in these appliances are
fl ammable.
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A few tips on how to save power with your
refrigerator-freezer combo
• Observe the installation instructions.
• Do not open the appliance door more frequently than necessary.
• Occasionally check whether air can circulate freely behind the appliance.
• Condenser unit mounted on the appliance back wall must be kept clean at all times (see section
“Cleaning the appliance”).
• If the seal is damaged or loose, replace it as soon as possible.
• Store your food in closed containers or other appropriate packaging.
• Before placing the food in the refrigerator, let it cool down to room temperature.
• Defrost your frozen food in the refrigerator compartment.
• Remove the freezer drawers and door as described in the instructions, in order to make use of
the entire capacity.
• Defrost your conventional freezer when a frost layer approximately 3-5 millimetres thick has
accumulated on the surfaces in the freezer compartment.
• Make sure the shelves are evenly distributed and that the food is arranged in a way that
allows free circulation of air (heed the recommended food arrangement as described in the
instructions).
• In appliances fi tted with a fan, do not block the fan slots.
R600a WARNINGS
NOTE: The model uses 0.062Kg (model NRKI5181LW) or 0.068kg (model NRKI5182PW) of R600a
fl ammable refrigerant in its sealed system.
The following must be observed for your safety:
R600a Refrigerant Warning
• This appliance contains a small quantity of R600a refrigerant which is environmentally friendly,
but fl ammable. It does not damage the ozone layer, nor does it increase the greenhouse effect.
• During transportation and installation, ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged.
• Leaking refrigerant can ignite and may damage the eyes.
• In the event any damage does occur, avoid exposure to open fi res and any device which creates
a spark. Disconnect the appliance from the mains power.
• Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is located for several minutes.
• Notify Customer Service for necessary action and advice.
• The room for installing the appliance must be at least 1 cubic metre per 8 grams of refrigerant.
The refrigerant quantity contained in this appliance is listed above in grams; it is also noted on
the Rating Plate of the appliance.
It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorised Service Person to carry out servicing
or repairs to this appliance. In Queensland the authorized person must hold a Gas Work
Authorisation for hydrocarbon refrigerants, before carrying out servicing or repairs which
involve the removal of covers.
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Description of the appliance
Interior equipment of the appliance will typically vary according to the specifi c model.
A Refrigerator
1 Fan
2 Interior light
3 Control panel
4 Horizontal bottle rack
5 Adjustable glass shelves
6 Pull-out glass shelf (adjustable height)
7 Removable snack tray
8 Foldable egg rack (closed - 6 eggs, open
- 12 eggs)
9 FreshZone pan
10 Vegetable crisp pan
11 Refrigerator door pans (options: deep,
shallow; covered or no cover)
12 Door bottle rack with safety holder
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B Freezer
13 Storage compartment
14 Freezing compartment
15 Legs
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Installation and connections
Selecting the location
Positioning the
appliance
• Place the appliance in dry and well aired room. The
appliance operates best at temperature ranges indicated in
the chart below. Relevant class of the appliance is indicated
on the rating plate.
Class Ambient temperature
SN (subnormal) from + 10°C to + 32°C
N (normal) from + 16°C to + 32°C
ST (subtropical) from + 16°C to + 38°C
T (tropical) from + 16°C to + 43°C
Positioning the appliance requires two persons in order to avoid
injuries or damage to the appliance.
• Place the appliance fl atly and fi rmly on a solid base. The
appliance is fi tted with adjustable feet on the front side, used
to level the appliance (certain models only).
• Avoid exposing the appliance to direct sunlight or heat
sources. If this is not feasible, install insulation plate between
the appliance and adjacent heat source.
• The appliance may stand independently or you may
incorporate it into the kitchen cabinet. Be sure to leave
enough space for cooling of condenser (distance from the
wall or the opening should be 200 cm
cabinet above the appliance should be at least 5 cm.
After the installation, the appliance mains plug should be
accessible!
2
). Distance to the
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Warning: when installing built-in appliances into a cupboard or
cabinet in a side-by-side layout, the dew prevention installation
kit should also be purchased and installed. For safety reasons,
dew prevention kit may only be installed by an authorized
service technician!
Order code: 376078 (appliances higher than 1,700 mm)
• The appliance is fi tted with spacers to be mounted on the top
edge of the condenser. They prevent the rear of the appliance
to be pushed too close to the wall. Spacers are fabricated
universally regarding the different distance of the condenser
from the cabinet, so make sure to position them properly.
Connecting to power
supply
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• Use the power cord to connect the appliance to the mains
power. Wall outlet must be fi tted with ground terminal (safety
socket). Required nominal voltage and frequency are indicated
on the relevant label or rating plate of the appliance.
• Mains power connection and grounding must be made in line
with standing regulations and local requirements.
The appliance is able to accommodate minor temporary voltage
tolerances, but they may not exceed -6% to +6%.
WARNING: To avoid a hazard due to instability of the appliance,
it must be fi xed in accordance with the instructions.
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Changing the Direction of Opening the Door
Freestanding appliance
Tilt the appliance so that the bottom hinge can be unscrewed and proceed with disassembling as
shown in the Figure 3. Then fi x the assembly parts again in the opposite turn. Use the attached
opposite hinge insert piece. The door should be ajar before the middle (upper) hinge is attached.
Use the bungs, which have been pulled out, on the opposite side. Check the door seal. In case that
it does not rest well, take it off and turn it by 180°.
Necessary tools: ring spanner No.8, screwdriver, torque 25
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Appliance with electronic control
CONTROL UNIT 1
CONTROL UNIT 2
No frost system appliance
A Temperature setting and on/off knob
B Signal light: on when the appliance is in operation
C Fan boost key
D Signal light: on when the fan boost is activated
E Super freeze key
F Signal light: on when super freeze is activated
G Digital refrigerator temperature display indicates actual temperature in the appliance in the
range from +1°C to +9°C
Switching the appliance
on/off
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Switch on the appliance by rotating the A knob towards the max.
position. To switch off the appliance, align the recess on the knob
with the sign (appliance is still powered - there is still electric
current in the appliance).
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Setting the refrigerator
temperature
• Set the desired refrigerator temperature with the A knob. The
temperature can be set in the range from min. to max.
• Recommended setting of the thermostat knob is on the eco
position.
• If the temperature of the room in which the appliance is
installed is lower than 16°C or if there is less than 10 kg of
food in the freezer, we recommend setting the thermostat
knob to max. position. The fan should be switched off. This is
required in order to provide adequately low temperature in the
freezer to allow long-term storage of frozen food.
• If the temperature in your home is higher than normal, we
recommend activating the fan boost by pressing the C key.
• While the settings are being changed, the display will fl ash
and an acoustic signal will indicate each change to the set
temperature. When the fl ashing stops, the most recent setting
is stored in the memory.
• When turning on the appliance, the display G will fl ash
for a few seconds – to show the set value. Then, actual
or maximum value is displayed. In case of the latter, it is
displayed until the temperature in the refrigerator falls below
that value.
Activating the fan boost
(only with control unit 1)
Super freeze function
• Press the C key to activate the fan boost (signal light D will
light up).
Use this function to reduce condensation (dew) on interior
walls, temperature differences between particular sections of
the appliance, or in case of higher environment temperature.
The fan will only operate when the refrigerator door is closed.
• Use this setting after switching on the appliance for the fi rst
time, before cleaning, or when inserting a large amount of
food.
Switching on the freezer boost (super freeze) function:
- Control unit 1: Press the E key (signal light F will light up).
- Control unit 2: Rotate the A dial to position (
The setting will be switched off automatically after approximately
two days.
).
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Open refrigerator door
alarm (only with control
unit 1)
If refrigerator door is open for more than one minute, an acoustic
alarm will be activated. The alarm is deactivated when the door
is closed.
CONTROL UNIT 3
Appliance with a fan and the No Frost system
A Freezer temperature key
B Freezer temperature digital display:
displays temperature in the range from
-16°C to -24°C
C Super freeze on/off key
D Signal light: on when super freeze is
activated
E Appliance on/off key (refrigerator and
freezer)
F Signal light: on when the freezer is
operating
G Acoustic alarm acknowledgement and
child lock on/off key
Switching the appliance
on/off
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To switch on the appliance for the fi rst time, connect the plug to a
mains socket. The displays will indicate dashes to inform you that
the refrigerator and the freezer are off.
• To switch on the appliance, press the E key and hold it for 3
seconds. Refrigerator and freezer will be switched on and the
signal lights F and J will light up. In this mode, you may switch
off the refrigerator only by pressing the I key and holding it for
3 seconds (signal light J will go off).
• Refrigerator temperature of +9°C and freezer temperature of
0°C are displayed. These values will remain on respective
displays until the temperature in each compartment falls below
these values.
• The appliance is preset to the recommended refrigerator
temperature of +5°C and freezer temperature of -18°C.
H Signal light: on when alarm is activated
I Refrigerator on/off key
J Signal light: on when the refrigerator is
operating
K Extra cooling power on/off key
L Signal light: on when super extra cooling
power is activated
M Refrigerator temperature digital display:
displays temperature in the range from +1°C
to +9°C
N Refrigerator temperature key
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Adjusting the
temperature
Refrigerator temperature range: from +1°C to +9°
Freezer temperature range:
• Adjust the freezer temperature with the A key and refrigerator
temperature with the N key.
• When one of the temperature adjustment keys is pressed, the
display will start fl ashing and the most recent setting will be
displayed.
• To adjust the temperature, briefl y press the relevant key.
Each time the key is pressed, the temperature is changed by
1°C. While the settings are being adjusted, all other keys are
disabled.
• Approximately 5 seconds after releasing the key (inactivity),
the most recently set temperature will be stored. Actual
refrigerator or freezer temperature will be displayed.
from -16°C to -24°C + super
freeze
Other settings
Continuous acoustic signal - open refrigerator door alarm
If the refrigerator door is open for more than one minute, a
continuous acoustic signal is activated ant the signal light H will
light up. The acoustic alarm will go off when the door is closed or
when the alarm is acknowledged with the G key.
Intermittent acoustic alarm - high refrigerator/freezer
temperature alarm
When the temperature is too high, an intermittent acoustic signal
will be activated and the temperature display will fl ash.
• Acknowledge the acoustic alarm by pressing the G key. As
soon as the temperature in the freezer/refrigerator drops to
a level that no longer represents food spoilage hazard, the
signal light H will go off and the display will stop fl ashing.
• If 24 hours after acknowledging the alarm the temperature
in the freezer is still not safe, the acoustic alarm will be
reactivated. The alarm will go off automatically when the
temperature drops to a level that no longer represents food
spoilage. After the appliance is switched on for the fi rst
time, there is a 24-hour delay in alarm operation to prevent
unnecessary activation.
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Intermittent acoustic signal - power failure alarm
If the temperature in the refrigerator or freezer rises too high as
a result of a power failure, an intermittent acoustic signal will
be activated, signal light H will light up, and the highest actual
temperature will be indicated on a fl ashing display (for refrigerator,
the maximum temperature is 9°C).
Extra cooling power (refrigerator boost)
Press the K key to activate the extra cooling power (refrigerator
boost). Signal light L will light up. In this case, the fan is
operating as well, but only when refrigerator door is closed.
After six hours, the function is deactivated and the settings will
return to the most recent values. This function is intended for fast
cooling of a large amount of food.
Super freeze function
Press the C key to activate the super freeze function (freezer
boost). Signal light D will light up. Super freeze will be activated.
If the function is not deactivated manually, the setting is switched
off automatically approximately two days after activation. This
function is intended for fast freezing of a large amount of
food. In case of a power failure, the super freeze process is
restarted. Use this setting after switching on the appliance for the
fi rst time, before cleaning, or when inserting a large amount of
food.
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Child lock
The built-in child lock prevents any inadvertent or unwanted
changes to the settings/temperature or even switching the
appliance off. Engage/disengage the lock by pressing the G
key and holding it for 3 seconds (‘LL’ and ‘L’, respectively, will
fl ash on the displays for 3 seconds). When the lock is engaged,
only the child lock deactivation key is active. If any other key is
pressed, the displays will read ‘LL’ and ‘L’, respectively.
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Control panel - Appliance with mechanical regulation
Model without fan
Model with fan
A Temperature setting and on/off knob
B Fan on/off switch (only with some models)
Turn on: rotate the thermostat knob clockwise towards position 7.Turning the appliance
on/off
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Turn off: rotate the knob back to position STOP (0).
Setting the temperature
• When the environment temperature is normal, a medium setting
is recommended. You can set higher or lower temperature
according to your wish by setting the thermostat knob.
• Settings towards position 7, selected with the knob, correspond to
lower (cooler) temperatures. The temperature in the refrigerator
interior may drop below 0°C. Settings towards position 1 mean
higher temperatures (warmer). Only use settings towards position
7 when a lower temperature is desired and recommended or
when environment temperature is lower than 16°C.
• A change in the environment temperature affects the
temperature in the appliance. Hence, the thermostat setting
should be adjusted accordingly.
• When the thermostat knob is set to position STOP (0), the
appliance will not operate (cooling system is off); however,
the appliance is still powered (a light will illuminate the interior
when the refrigerator door is opened).
Fan
(only with some models)
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• The fan distributes the cool air in the refrigerator more evenly,
speeds up the cooling process, and reduces accumulation of
dew on the shelves. It only operates when the compressor is
in operation.
• Switching on the fan is recommended as an additional function
in the following cases:
- when room temperature rises (above 30°C),
- in case of higher humidity or when droplets of dew start to
accumulate on the shelves,
- when inserting larger quantities of food (rapid cooling).
• Switching the fan on and off
Switch on =
Warning: When the fan is switched on, power consumption
increases and the temperature in the refrigerator drops. Hence,
it is recommended to reset the temperature in the appliance
interior.
• Recommended settings:
- when fan is activated: position 1-4,
- without the fan: position 4-7.
Temperature setting for the refrigerator compartment also
indirectly affects the temperature in the freezer compartment.
Switch off = 0
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Refrigerator accessories
(Equipment depends on the model)
Shelf
Adjustable glass shelf
Horizontal bottle rack
Vegetable crisp pan
• Shelves can be optionally placed on the guides inside the
appliance. To remove the shelf, fi rst slide it out as far as the
guide allows it, then slightly lift it up and pull it out. Quickly
perishable food should be stored on the back i.e. the coldest
part of the shelves.
If you need space to store higher objects (bottles, jars, jugs)
in the refrigerator you can remove the front part of the shelf,
relocate it to a lower level, and obtain the required space.
It is protected against accidental slide out.
The rack can only be pulled out when it is empty. Lift the back
part of the rack and pull it towards yourself.
The rack should be placed in the appliance in such way to allow
unobstructed door closing.
Maximum capacity is 9 bottles of 0,75 l, or 13 kg of total mass
– see label on the right side of cabinet interior.
• Crisp tray below the glass shelf at the bottom of the
refrigerator is used for storage of fruit and vegetables. It
retains the right level of moisture and prevents drying out.
Single drawer
Refrigerator door lining
• Pulling out the drawer:
- Pull the drawer towards yourself (in the direction of arrow 1)
– as far as the door stopper. On the opposite side, continue
to pull the drawer out of the refrigerator (in the direction of
arrow 2 – rotation) while lifting the drawer at the same time
(in the direction of arrow 3).
• The refrigerator door lining consists of various shelves or
holders used for storing cheese, butter, eggs, yogurt, and a
stock of other smaller packages, tubes, cans etc. The bottom
shelf is used for storing bottles.
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Fan
• Fan fi xed under the ceiling or hidden behind the rear
refrigerator panel or within the freezer compartment improves
even distribution of temperature and decreases dew upon
storage racks.
Removable snack tray
Recommended
distribution of food
The tray is especially handy for cold cuts, cheese, etc ...
The drawer is pulled out by lifting the front part slightly and then
pulling out. The handle may be moved sideways along with the
drawer.
Refrigerator compartments:
- top section: canned food, bread, wine, cake, …
- middle section: dairy products, readymade food, desserts,
juices, beer, TV-dinners, …
- bottom section: meat, meat products, delicatessen, …
- crisp pan: fresh fruit, vegetables, salads, root vegetables,
potatoes, onions, garlic, tomato, tropical fruit, sauerkraut,
turnips ...
Refrigerator door lining compartments:
- top/middle section: eggs, butter, cheese, …
- bottom section: beverages, cans, bottles, …
Freezer compartments:
- freezing, storage of frozen food (see section Freezing and
storage of frozen food).
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Storage of food in the refrigerator
Important precautions
and hints
Storage periods
• Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct
temperature and hygienic precautions produce substantial
impact on the quality of stored food.
• Always respect the best before date, printed on the packaging.
• Food to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed
as to prevent emission and/or reception of moisture and odors.
• Never store infl ammable, volatile or explosive substances.
• Beverages with high alcohol percentage shall be stored in
tightly sealed bottles in vertical position.
• Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon or orange
peel, acids in butter etc. can cause damage in prolonged
contact with plastic surfaces or gaskets for longer period of
time they can cause accelerated aging of the plastic material.
• Unpleasant odor inside the refrigerator is a sign that something
is wrong with food or that your refrigerator needs cleaning (see
chapter Cleaning).
• If you plan a longer absence, make sure you removed quickly
perishable articles of food from the appliance before you
leave.
Recommended periods of storing fresh food in the
refrigerator
Food Storage period
eggs, marinades, smoked meat, up to 10 days
cheese up to 10 days
carrots, etc… up to 8 days
butter up to 7 days
cake, fruit, TV-dinner dishes, raw chunks
of meat
fi sh, raw minced meat, seafood up to 1 day
up to 2 days
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Storing food in the FreshZone compartment
The FreshZone drawer allows storing a wide variety of fresh
food to keep longer than in a conventional refrigerator. The food
stays fresh longer, retaining the fl avour and nutrients.
It lows down decay and loss of mass; therefore, fruit and
vegetables remain fresh and natural longer.
For optimum performance, the drawer should be fully closed.
• When buying food, make sure it is fresh as this will determine
the quality of the food, as well as how long it will keep in the
fridge.
• Store your food in closed containers or appropriate packaging
to prevent it from emitting or receiving odours and moisture.
• Take the food from the drawer 30-60 minutes before use to
allow the aroma and fl avour develop at room temperature.
• Food sensitive to low temperature and not appropriate for
storage in the FreshZone drawer include the following:
pineapple, avocado, bananas, olives, potatoes, eggplant,
cucumbers, beans, peppers (capsicum), melons, watermelons,
pumpkins and squash, etc.
• To remove the drawer:
- remove the vegetable bin;
- remove the glass shelf above and, with some models, under
the FreshZone drawer;
- if necessary (with some models), remove the drawer door
(1): open, hold in the middle (as shown in the fi gure), bend
slightly and simultaneously pull up towards you;
- pull out the drawer to the position indicated in the fi gure
(detail »A«), rotate it downwards and remove it.
- To replace the drawer, observe the reverse order.
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Freezing and storing frozen food
Freezing process
• Activate the freezer boost (super freeze) function 24 hours
before freezing fresh food:
- control unit 1: press the E key;
- control unit 2: rotate the A dial to position ( );
- control unit 3: press the C key;
- mechanical controls: set the dial between positions
4 and 6.
After 24 hours of super freeze operation, insert the fresh food
into the freezer compartment. Make sure the fresh food does
not come into contact with the food that is already frozen!
Be sure to provide the NO FROST freezer models with enough
room below the ceiling for cool air circulation, so avoid storing
food over the marked maximum storage level (see Fig.).
• After 24 hours you may relocate the food to the storage
compartment, and repeat the freezing procedure if required.
You may also remove the drawers and store frozen food
directly on cooling shelves. Do not remove the lower drawer if
you have a NO FROST appliance!
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• For freezing smaller quantities of fresh food (1-2 kg), the
engagement of the fast freeze function is not required.
Important precautions
and hints for freezing
fresh food
Storage of industrially
frozen food
• Freeze only such food which is suitable for freezing and sustain
low temperatures. Food should be of adequate quality and
fresh.
• Select adequate packaging for each kind of food and pack it
correctly.
• The packaging should be air tight and well sealed without
leaking since this could cause substantial vitamin loss and
dehydration.
• Mark packages with following data: kind and amount of foods
and the date of loading.
• It is imperative that food is frozen as quickly as possible. We
therefore recommend the size of the package not to be too
large and to be cooled before loading into the freezer.
• The amount of the fresh foods that can be loaded in the freezer
as a single load is declared on the rating plate. If the loaded
amount is too large, the quality of freezing is reduced which in
turn affects the quality of frozen foods.
The storage time and recommended temperature for storing
commercially frozen foods is indicated on the packaging. Always
follow manufacturer’s instructions for storage and use of frozen food.
When shopping be careful to choose only food which is adequately
packed and provided with complete data and stored in freezers where
the temperature never rises above -18°C.Do not buy packages of
food wrapped with frost. This indicates that the package was thawed
before at least once. Take care that packages don’t start to thaw
during transport to your home. Temperature rise shortens the storage
time and affects the quality of commercially frozen foods.
Storage periods of
frozen food
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Recommended periods of storing frozen food in the freezer
Food Period
Fruit, beef from 10 to12 months
Vegetables, veal, poultry from 8 to 10 months
Venison from 6 to 8 months
Pork from 4 to 6 months
Chopped (minced ) meat 4 months
Bread, pastry, TV-dinners, fat free fi sh 3 months
Intestines 2 months
Smoked sausages, fat fi sh 1 month
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Defrosting frozen food
Partially thawed or defrosted foods should be used as soon as
possible. Cold air preserves the food but it does not destroy
microorganisms which rapidly activate themselves after
defrosting and make foods perishable.
Partial defrosting reduces the nutritional value of food, especially
fruits, vegetables and readymade meals.
Defrosting the appliance
Automatic defrosting of
the refrigerator
Defrosting classical
freezer
Refrigerator needs no special defrosting procedure, because ice
deposited at the inner back wall is defrosted automatically.
Ice deposited on the inner back wall during the compressor operation
is defrosted when the compressor stops operating, and condensed
water drops are drained through the outlet in the inner back wall into
the drain pan situated above the compressor where it evaporates. In
case you should notice excessive ice formation at the rear refrigerator
panel (3-5 mm thick), switch the appliance off and thaw it manually.
• Clean the freezer when the frost layer in the freezer reaches
thickness of around 3-5 mm.
• 24 hours before defrosting activate the fast freeze function
(see relevant control chapter depending upon the model of the
appliance – fast freezing) for continuous operation in order to
additionally freeze the food inside. After that period take the food
out of the freezer and protect them from excessive thawing.
• Switch the appliance off (see the relevant control chapter for
ON/OFF function) and pull the power cord from the wall socket.
• Place a convenient absorbent cloth underneath to collect the
defrost water and change it periodically.
• Never use powered appliances to defrost the freezer (hair
dryer, etc.) - LIFE THREATENING!
• Avoid using defrosting sprays, as they may cause damage to
the plastic parts and may be hazardous to health.
• Clean the interior of the appliance and wipe it dry (see chapter
Cleaning).
• Before reloading food into the freezer switch the appliance on.
Defrosting NO FROST
freezer
• Defrosting the NO FROST freezer model is completely
automatic. Periodical appearance of frost deposits disappear
after certain period of time.
• Build-up of ice or frost in the freezer compartment can be
a result of abnormal use of appliance (door opened too
frequently and/or too long, door not properly closed etc.). In
this case, unplug the appliance, remove the food from the
freezer and protect them from defrosting.
Clean and dry the freezer interior. Before returning the frozen
food into the freezer, switch on the appliance and select the
desired setting.
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Cleaning the appliance
Prior any cleaning attempt disconnect the appliance from the
mains (see the control chapter for ON/OFF function), and pull the
power cord from the mains wall outlet.
Special antibacterial protection in top layer of inner walls
prevents multiplication of bacteria and maintains the interior
clean and germ free.
Make sure to remove traces of any cleansing agents you had
been using.
• Clean the exterior of the appliance with water and liquid detergent.
• Do not use abrasive or aggressive agents (such as stainless
steel cleansers) for cleaning of plastic and coated surfaces as
you can damage them.
• Clean coated and/or aluminum surfaces with soft cloth and
alcohol based cleansing agent (for example glass cleaners).
• Wash the interior of the appliance with liquid detergent and
lukewarm water, mixed with a little vinegar.
• Containers, shelves, and drawers with a decorative profi le (metallic
appearance) are not dishwasher safe! They can only be cleaned
with a dissolved liquid detergent and a soft cloth. Do not rub them!
• Groove and drain outlet located underneath the cooling panel at
the rear wall collect the drained water, so they must not be clogged
(with food particles, for example). Make sure you inspect them
periodically and clean if necessary (use plastic straw to free the
outlet hole).
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• The condenser on the rear wall must always be clean and free of
dust or kitchen fumes deposits, therefore clean the dust periodically
with non-metallic brush or vacuum cleaner..
• Clean also the drip pan above the compressor. If you removed
the pan, please make sure you replace it to the same position, and
check that it is in completely horizontal position!
• Ice and/or frost deposits exceeding 3-5 mm increase energy
consumption, so you need to remove them regularly (with the
exception of the NO FROST model). Do not use sharp pointed
objects, solvents or sprays.
• After cleaning switch the appliance on and reload the food.
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Troubleshooting guide
Fault: Cause/Remedy
The appliance does not
operate after connection to the
mains:
Cooling system operates
continuously without
intermittent stoppages:
Excessive ice formation at the
rear interior wall of the freezer:
Build-up of ice or frost in the
freezer interior may be a result
of the following:
Water dripping from the
appliance:
Flashing signal light H:
(only for the freezer
compartment)
Diffi cult door opening: • If you attempt to open the immediately closed door of the freezer
• Check if there is power in the socket and if the appliance is
switched on.
• Ambient temperature too high.
• Frequent opening of the door, door open too long.
• Door not closed properly (particle between door gasket, sagged
door, check gasket sealing, etc...).
• Excessive quantity of fresh food inserted at once.
• Refrigerator probe (A) is clogged with fresh food. Relocate the
food to provide air circulation around the probe (certain models
only).
• Check air circulation for suffi cient cooling of the compressor, and
clean the condenser.
• Frequent opening of the door, door open too long.
• Inserting hot food in the freezer.
• Food or dish is touching the rear interior panel of the refrigerator.
• Bad door sealing; clean or replace the gasket if dirty or damaged.
• Door opened too frequently or too long.
• Door not properly closed.
• Poor door sealing.
• If the seal is dirty or damaged, clean or replace
• Drain outlet is clogged, drain water drips past the collection
groove.
• Clean the clogged outlet using plastic straw.
• Thaw thick ice deposits manually (see chapter Defrosting).
• Door opened too frequently or too long.
• Door not closed correctly (possible impurities on the seal,
misaligned door, damaged seal, etc.).
• A longer power failure.
• Too much fresh food inserted at once.
you may experience resistance. This happens because certain
quantity of cold air escapes from the appliance through the open
door and is replaced by warm ambient air. Cooling of such air
creates negative pressure (vacuum) and suction, which prevents
easy opening of the door. Situation is normalized after a few
minutes (5-10), and you can open the door with ease.
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Fault: Cause/Remedy
Bulb replacement:
• Before replacing the light bulb, disconnect the appliance form the
power supply (pull the power cord from the wall socket).
A – Use the screwdriver to press the locking hook (in arrow
direction), and remove the cover.
B – Insert the screwdriver into the cover slot, lift it and remove the
cover.
Replace the bulb with the equivalent new bulb (E 14, same
voltage as the original one) and replace the cover back to its
position.
• Don’t forget: the old bulb does not belong to organic waste.
• Light bulb is consumption material and is not covered by the
warranty!
• Bulb lamps used in this appliance are special purpose lamps
selected for household appliances use only. They are not suitable
for household room illumination.
Signal light B is fl ashing: • If the signal light B is fl ashing, call a service technician.
Error code indicated on
• If “E” appears on the display, call a service technician.
the display (only with some
models):
If none of the above reasons seems to match your problem, please contact the nearest service
center and state the type, model and serial number as indicated on the label with basic information
attached in the appliance interior.
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Noise level
The refrigerator – freezer appliances are cooled by the
refrigeration system with a compressor (assisted by fan in
certain models) whose operation may produce certain noise.
The level of such noise depends upon the location, correct use
and age of the appliance.
• After starting the appliance, the operation of the
compressor (the refrigerant fl ow) may be somewhat louder.
This does not mean that something is wrong with the
appliance, neither has it any infl uence on the lifetime of the
appliance. Gradually the noise is reduced and eventually
subsides.
• Sometimes the appliance produces unusual and stronger
noise which is rather unusual for the appliance. This noise
is often the consequence of inadequate positioning of the
appliance:
- The appliance should be placed and leveled fi rmly on solid
base.
- It should not touch the wall or adjacent kitchen units
standing next to it.
- Check whether the accessories in the interior of the
appliance are placed correctly in their positions; also check
the bottles, tins and other vessels that might touch each
other and rattle.
THE MANUFACTURER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO
ALTER THE SPECIFICATIONS WITH NO IMPACT TO THE
FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE.
Asko Australia contact details:
Business address: 35 Sunmore Close, Moorabbin, Victoria 3189
Telephone number: 1300 00 2756
Email address: care.australia@gorenje.com
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