John Lewis JLAFFS2008 Instruction Manual
JLAFFS2008
Fridge freezer
Instruction manual
Important safety information
It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with
the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or
transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the
appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in
order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance
and the relevant warnings.
These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST
read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. If you are
unsure of the meanings of these warnings contact the John Lewis branch
from which you purchased the appliance.
Installation
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be
taken when moving it.
• Check your appliance for any transport
damage. Do not connect the appliance if
there is damaged. If the appliance is
damaged, you should contact the John
Lewis branch from which you purchased it.
• Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a
qualified electrician or competent person.
• Care must be taken to ensure that the
appliance does not stand on the electrical
supply cable. If the supply cable is damaged
it must be replaced; contact our extended
warranty administrators on 08700 107 887
who will give you details for your local
Service Force centre.
• Parts which heat up should not be exposed.
Whenever possible, the back of the
appliance should be close to a wall, but
leaving the required distance for
ventilation, as stated in the installation
instructions.
• This appliance should be left for 2 hours
after installation before it is turned on, in
order to allow the refrigerant to settle.
Child safety
• This appliance is designed to be operated
by adults. Children should not be allowed
to tamper with the controls or play with the
product.
• Keep all packaging well away from children.
There is risk of suffocation.
• When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut
off the electrical supply cable and destroy
the plug with the remaining cable. Disable
the door catch in order to prevent children
from becoming trapped inside while
playing.
Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use
only, specifically for the storage of edible
foodstuffs.
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• Containers with flammable gases or liquids
can leak at low temperatures. Do not store
any containers with flammable materials,
such as spray cans, fire extinguisher refill
cartridges etc. in the refrigerator or the
vicinity of the refrigerator or any other
appliance.
• Frozen food should not be refrozen once it
has thawed out.
• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in
the freezer compartment.
• Do not remove items from the freezer if
your hands are damp/wet, as this could
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Ice lollies can cause frost/freezer burns if
consumed straight from the freezer
compartment.
• Bottles and cans must not be placed in the
freezer compartment as they can burst as
the contents freeze.
• Manufacturers recommended food storage
times should be adhered to. Refer to the
relevant instructions.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the
appliance.
• Store pre-packed frozen foods in
accordance with the frozen foods
instructions and use by date.
• When cleaning, defrosting, taking out
frozen foods or ice tray do not use sharp,
pointed or hard devices, as they can cause
damage to the appliance.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Safety Precautions for
Isobutane
•
Warning! The refrigerant of the
appliance is isobutane (R600a) that is
inflammable and explosive to a greater
extent.
• 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 use electrical appliances inside the
food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
For the safety of life and property keep
the precautions of these user's
instructions as the manufacturer is not
responsible for damages caused by
omission.
Maintenance and cleaning
• Switch off and unplug the appliance before
carrying out any cleaning or maintenance
work.
• When unplugging always pull the plug from
the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
Service
• This product should be serviced by an
authorized service engineer, and only
genuine spare parts should be used.
• Under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced
persons may cause injury or serious
malfunction.
• Service Force are the authorised repair
agents for John Lewis branded domestic
appliances.
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Ecological hints
To save water and energy and help protect
the environment, we recommend that you
follow these hints:
• Do not install the appliance close to
sources of heat such as a boiler or radiator.
• Locate the appliance in a well ventilated
room and make sure that any air openings
of the appliance are not obstructed.
• Pack all foods into airtight packages before
placing them into the freezer compartment.
• Food which is to be frozen (when cool)
should be placed in the fridge compartment
before being transferred to the freezer.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long
periods or opening the door too frequently
as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause
the compressor to switch on unnecessarily
often.
• Ensure there are no obstructions
preventing the door from closing properly.
Environmental
information
• After installation, please dispose of the
packaging with due regard to safety and the
environment.
• Materials marked with the symbol
are
recyclable.
• Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially
at the rear near the heat exchanger. Check
with your local Council or Environmental
Health Office to see if there are facilities in
your area for recycling this appliance.
• When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut
off the power supply cable and remove the
door, to prevent young children from being
trapped inside.
• This appliance does not contain gases
which could damage the ozone layer, in
either its refrigerant circuit or insulation
materials.
•
Warning! A cut off plug inserted into
a 13 amp socket is a serious safety
(shock) hazard. please ensure the cut
off plug is disposed of safely.
The symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product may not
be treated as household waste. Instead it
should be taken to the appropriate 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 this product. For more
detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local council,
your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
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Contents
Important safety information
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Installation
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Electrical connection
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Permanent connection 9
Removing the doors
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Installing door handles
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Connecting the water supply
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Controls
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Storage features
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Automatic ice and water maker/
dispenser
20
Locating and replacing the
filters
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Care and cleaning
25
Something not working
29
Repairs - after sales service
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Guide to use the
instruction manual
The following symbols will be found in the text
to guide you throughout the instructions:
Safety instructions
Hints and tips
Environmental information
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Installation
This Use and care guide provides general
operating instructions for your model. Use
the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use
and care guide. Before starting the
refrigerator, follow these important
first steps.
Location
• Choose a place that is near a grounded
electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug.
• If possible, place the refrigerator out of
direct sunlight and away from the range,
dishwasher or other heat sources.
• The refrigerator must be installed on a floor
that is level and strong enough to support
a fully loaded refrigerator.
• Consider water supply availability for
models equipped with an automatic ice
maker.
Caution! DO NOT install the
refrigerator where the temperature
will drop below 13°C or rise above
43°C. The compressor will not be able
to maintain proper temperatures
inside the refrigerator.
DO NOT block the toe grille on the
lower front of your refrigerator.
Sufficient air circulation is essential for
the proper operation of your
refrigerator.
Climatic class
Install this appliance at a location where the
ambient temperature corresponds to the
climate class indicated on the rating plate of
the appliance:
Climate class Ambient
temperature
SN
+10°C to + 32°C
N +16°C to + 32°C
ST +16°C to + 36°C
T
+18°C to + 43°C
Installation
Installation clearances
• Allow the following clearances for ease of
installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides & Top 9.5 mm
Back 25.4 mm
If your refrigerator is placed with the door
hinge side against a wall, you may have to
allow additional space so the door can be
opened wider.
Door opening
The refrigerator doors are designed to shut
by themselves within a 20 degree opening.
Your refrigerator should be positioned to
allow easy access to a counter when removing
food. For best use of drawers and freezer
baskets, the refrigerator should be in a
position where both the refrigerator and
freezer doors can be fully opened.
Product dimensions
Height
1780mm
Width 910 mm
Depth 682 mm
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Product dimensions
Rising time
20 h
Guidelines for final
positioning of your
refrigerator:
• All four corners of the cabinet must rest
firmly on the floor.
• The cabinet should be level at the front and
rear.
• The sides should tilt 6.4 mm from front to
back (to ensure that doors close and seal
properly).
• Doors should align with each other and be
level.
All of these conditions can
be met by raising or
lowering the adjustable
front rollers.
To level the cabinet using the front
rollers:
1. Open both doors and remove the toe
grille by gently pulling forward (see
illustration).
2. Close the doors and use a flat-blade
screwdriver or 9.5 mm (3/8 inch) socket
wrench to raise or lower the front rollers.
3. Ensure both doors are bind-free with their
seals touching the cabinet on all four sides.
To level the doors using the adjustable
lower hinge (some models):
1. If the refrigerator door is lower than the
freezer door, raise the refrigerator door
by turning the adjustment screw clockwise
using a 11.1 mm socket wrench. (See
illustration.)
2. If the freezer door is lower than the
refrigerator door, raise the freezer door
by turning the adjustment screw clockwise
using a 11.1 mm socket wrench. (See
illustration.)
3. After leveling, verify door stop contacts
lower hinge and top of door does not
contact upper hinge through full
movement of door (from fully closed to
fully open).
4. Replace the toe grille by fitting it into place.
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Electrical connection
Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
Warning! THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE EARTHED.
Should the appliance power supply
cable need to be replaced, this must be
carried out by a Service Force agent.
The manufacturer declines any liability
should this safety measure not be
observed.
Before switching on, make sure the electricity
supply voltage is the same as that indicated on
the appliance’s rating plate.
The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug
supplied. In the event of having to change the
fuse in the plug supplied, a 13amp ASTA
approved BS 1363/A fuse must be used.
Should the plug need to be replaced for any
reason, proceed as described below. The
wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the
wires in the mains lead of your appliance may
not correspond with the markings identifying
the terminals in your plug.
Proceed as follows:
1. Connect the green and yellow (earth)
wire to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter "E" or the earth
symbol
or coloured green and yellow.
2. Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with
the letter "N" or coloured black.
3. Connect the brown (live) wire to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with
the letter "L"or coloured red.
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4. Upon completion there must be no cut,
or stray strands of wire present and the
cord clamp must be secure over the outer
sheath.
Warning! A cut off plug inserted into
a 13 amp socket is a serious safety
(shock) hazard.
Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed
of safely.
Warning! The plug must still be
accessible after the appliance has been
installed.
Warning! The appliance should not
be connected to the electrical supply
by means of an extension cable.
Permanent connection
In the case of permanent connection it is
necessary that you install a double pole switch
between the appliance and the electricity
supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3mm
between the switch contacts and of a type
suitable for the required load in compliance
with the current electrical regulations.
The switch must not break the green and
yellow earth cable at any point.
Removing the doors
Getting through narrow
spaces
If your refrigerator will not fit through an
entrance area, you can reduce its size by
removing the doors. Check first by measuring
the entrance.
To prepare for removing
the doors:
1. Make sure the electrical power cord is
unplugged from the wall outlet.
2. Open both doors and remove the toe
grille (as explained in the Installation
Instructions that came with your
appliance).
3. Remove any food from the door shelves.
4. Close the doors.
To remove the
refrigerator top hinge
cover:
1. Remove the three screws from each
cover over the top door hinges.
2. Lift hinge cover straight up and off.
To remove the
refrigerator door:
1. Trace lightly around the door’s top hinge
with a pencil. This makes reinstallation
easier.
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2. Remove the two screws from the top
hinge. Lift the door off of the bottom hinge
and set it aside.
Adjustable hinge (some models)
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2.1
2.2
2.3
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Non-adjustable hinge (some
models)
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3. Remove the two bottom hinge screws
and hinge if necessary.
To reinstall the refrigerator door, reverse the
above steps.
Caution! Be sure doors are set aside
in a secure position where they cannot
fall and cause personal injury.
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To remove the freezer
top hinge cover:
1. Remove the two screws from each cover
over the top door hinges.
2. Lift hinge cover straight up and off.
To remove the freezer
door:
1. Detach the multi-wire cable connector
located above the top hinge. Grasp both
sides of the connector firmly and pull
apart.
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2. Trace lightly around the hinge with a
pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.
3. Detach the water tube from the
connector located below the freezer
door. The connector releases when you
press its outer sleeve inward.
Adjustable hinge (some models)
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2
3
4
4.1
4.2
4.3
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Non-adjustable hinge (some
models)
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4. Remove the screws from the top hinge
and pull the multi-wire cable through it.
Lift the door off of the bottom hinge.
5. Remove the two bottom hinge screws
and hinge if necessary.
6. Lay the door on its side to avoid damage
to the water tube extending from the
bottom hinge.
To reinstall the freezer door, reverse the
above steps.
Once both doors are in place, ensure they are
aligned with each other and level (Please see
“To level the doors using the lower hinge” for
models with adjustable lower hinges or “To
level the cabinet using the front rollers” for
models with the non-adjustable lower hinges
in the “Installation” section), then replace the
top hinge cover.
Installing door handles
Door handle mounting
instructions
1. Remove handles from carton and any
other protective packaging.
2. Position freezer handle over upper and
lower preinstalled shoulder bolts (A) that
are fastened into door, ensuring the holes
for the set screws are facing towards the
refrigerator door.
3. While holding handle firmly against door,
fasten upper and lower allen set screws
(B) with supplied allen wrench.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install refrigerator
handle. Ensure the holes for the set screws
are facing towards the freezer door.
All set screws should be tightened so the
screw is below the surface of the handle. The
handles should be drawn tight to freezer and
refrigerator doors with no gaps. Opening the
opposite door while tightening the allen screw
makes installation easier.
The door handle may loosen over time or if it
was installed improperly. If this happens,
tighten the set screws on the handles.
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