Lec TFL55148 User Manual
COMBI REFRIGERATOR
Fridge - Freezer
Instruction Booklet
TFL55148
Index
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE .......................................................... 3
General warnings ........................................................................................3
Old and out-of-order fridges
Safety warnings
Installing and operating your fridge
Before using your fridge freezer
........................................................................................... 5
HOW TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE ..................................................... 7
Thermostat setting ....................................................................................... 7
Warnings about temperature adjustments
Accessories
Ice tray .......................................................................................................................8
Plastic scraper
Bottle holder
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FOOD STORAGE IN THE APPLIANCE .................................................... 9
Refrigerator compartment ............................................................................ 9
Freezer compartment
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE .......................................................... 13
Defrosting ..................................................................................................14
Replacing the Light bulb
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TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION 15
Repositioning the door ............................................................................... 15
BEFORE CALLING FOR AFTER SALES SERVICE .............................. 31
Tips for saving energy ...............................................................................32
PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS ................. 33
The operating instructions apply to several models. Differences may therefore occur.
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PART - 1.
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
General warnings
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance
enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the
type recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING: In order to avoid any hazards resulting from the in-
stability of the appliance, it must be xed in accordance with the
following instructions:
• If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this information
will be provided on the label of the cooler) you should
take care during transportation and installation to prevent
the cooler elements from being damaged. R600a is an
environmentally friendly and natural gas, but it is explosive.
In the event of a leak due to damage of the cooler elements,
move your fridge away from open flames or heat sources
and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a
few minutes.
• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the
cooler gas circuit.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and
domestic applications.
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• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or
similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• A specially grounded plug has been connected to the power
cable of your refrigerator. This plug should be used with
a specially grounded socket of 13 amperes. If there is no
such socket in your house, please have one installed by an
authorised electrician.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental 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. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or similar
qualified persons, in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding
2000 m.
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Old and out-of-order fridges
• If your old fridge has a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it, because
children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident.
• Old fridges and freezers may contain isolation material and refrigerant with CFC or HFC.
Therefore, take care not to harm environment when you are discarding your old
fridges.
Please ask your municipal authority about the disposal of the WEEE reuse, recycle
and recovery purposes.
Notes:
• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance.
We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
• Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in
a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.
• This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic
environments and for the specied purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or
common use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and
our company will not be responsible for losses incurred.
• This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing
food. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances
except for food. Our company is not responsible for losses to be incurred in the contrary
case.
Safety warnings
• Do not connect your fridge freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension
lead.
• Do not plug in damaged, torn or old plugs.
• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.
• This appliance is designed for use by adults, do not allow children to play
with the appliance or let them hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as this could cause a short
circuit or electric shock.
• Do not place glass bottles or beverage cans in the ice-making compartment
as they can burst as the contents freeze.
• Do not place explosive or ammable material in your fridge. Place drinks
with high alcohol content vertically in the fridge compartment and make
sure that their tops are tightly closed.
• When removing ice from the ice-making compartment, do not touch it. Ice
may cause frost burns and/or cuts.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands! Do not eat ice-cream and ice
cubes immediately after you have taken them out of the freezer department!
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• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes immediately
after you have taken them out of the ice-making compartment.
• Do not cover the body or top of fridge with lace. This affects the performance of your
fridge.
• Secure any accessories in the fridge during transportation to prevent damage to the
accessories.
Installing and operating your fridge
Before starting to use your fridge freezer, you should pay attention to the following points:
• The operating voltage for your fridge is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
• The plug must be accessible after installation.
• Your fridge freezer may have a smell when it is operated for the first time. This is normal
and the smell will fade away when your fridge freezer starts to cool.
• Before connecting your fridge freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate
(voltage and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt,
consult a qualified electrician.
• Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no
ground contact or the plug does not match, we recommend that you consult a qualified
electrician for assistance.
• The appliance must be connected with a properly installed fused socket. Power supply
(AC) and voltage at the operating point must match with the details on the name plate of
the appliance (name plate is located on the inside left of the appliance).
• We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to
ungrounded usage.
• Place your fridge where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Your fridge should never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.
• Your fridge freezer is not suitable for use in an out-house, shed, garage or room in
which the temperature can go below the recommended climate.
• Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, gas ovens and
heater cores, and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.
• When your fridge is placed next to a deep freezer, there should be at
least 2 cm between them to prevent humidity forming on the outer
surface.
• Do not place heavy items on the appliance.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly, especially the interior, before use (see
Cleaning and Maintenance).
• The installation procedure into the kitchen unit is given in the installation
manual.
• Before using your fridge freezer, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a
teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate, then rinse with clean water and dry. Place all parts in
the fridge after cleaning.
• Install the plastic distance guide (the part with black vanes at the rear) by turning it 90°
(as shown in the figure) to prevent the condenser from touching the wall.
This product is intended to be used in proper kitchen units only.
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Before using your fridge freezer
• When using your fridge freezer for the rst time, or after transportation, keep
it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains.
This allows efcient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.
• Your fridge freezer may have a smell when it is operated for the rst time. This is normal
and the smell will fade away when your fridge starts to cool.
PART - 2.
HOW TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE
Thermostat setting
When lighting and thermostat are
positioned on top
Thermostat control Thermostat control
The fridge freezer thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of
the compartments. By rotating the knob from position 1 to 5, colder temperatures can
be obtained.
Thermostat setting;
To reduce the temperature inside of the appliance, turn the thermostat towards 5 maximum.
To increase the temperature inside of the appliance, turn the thermostat towards 1 minimum.
When lighting and thermostat are
positioned on side
Depending on the ambient temperature of the room the appliance is in, you will need to
adjust the thermostat accordingly.
In summer months the thermostat may need to be set at a lower temperature.
Warnings about temperature adjustments
• Temperature adjustments should be made according to the frequency of door openings
and the quantity of food kept inside the fridge.
• Your fridge should be operated up to 24 hours according to the ambient temperature
without interruption after being plugged
of your fridge frequently and do not place much food inside it in this period.
• A 5 minute delaying function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your
in to be completely cooled. Do not open doors
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fridge, when you take the plug out and then plug it in again to operate it or when an
energy breakdown occurs. Your fridge will start to operate normally after 5 minutes.
• Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the
standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. We do not
recommend operating your fridge out
of stated temperatures value limits in
terms of cooling effectiveness.
• This appliance is designed for use at an
ambient temperature within the 16°C 38°C range.
Climate class Ambient temperature (oC)
o
T Between 16 and 43
ST Between 16 and 38
N Between 16 and 32
SN Between 10 and 32
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Accessories
Ice tray
• Fill the ice tray with water and place in freezer compartment.
• After the water completely turned into ice, you can twist the tray as shown below to get
the ice cube.
Plastic scraper
After a period of time frost will build up in certain areas in the freezer compartment.
The frost accumulated in the freezer should be removed periodically. Use the
plastic scraper provided if necessary. Do not use sharp metal objects for this
operation. They could puncture the refrigerator circuit and cause irreparable
damage to the unit.
Bottle holder
In order to prevent bottles from slipping or falling over, you can use the bottle
holder. This will also help to prevent the noise made by bottles when opening
or closing the door.
(Only some models)
All written and visual descriptions in the accessories may vary according
to the appliance model.
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FOOD STORAGE IN THE APPLIANCEPART - 3.
Refrigerator compartment
The refrigerator compartment is used for storing fresh food for a few days.
• Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment.
Leave some space around food to allow circulation of air.
• Do not place hot food or evaporating liquid in the refrigerator.
• Always store food in closed containers or wrapped.
• To reduce humidity and avoid formation of frost, never place liquids in unsealed containers
in the refrigerator.
• Meat of all types, wrapped in packages, is recommended to be placed on the glass shelf
just above the vegetable bin, where the air is colder.
• You can put fruit and vegetables into the crisper without packaging.
• To avoid cold air escaping, try not to open the door too often, and not leave the door open
for a long time.
Some recommendations have been specied below for the placement and storage of your
food in the cooling compartment.
Food Maximum Storing time
Vegetables and fruits 1 week Vegetable bin
Meat and fis 2 - 3 Days
Fresh cheese 3 - 4 Days In special door shelf
Butter and margarine 1 week In special door shelf
Bottled products
milk and yoghurt
Eggs 1 month In the egg shelf
Cooked food All shelves
Until the expiry date
recommended by the
producer
Where to place in the
fridge department
Wrapped in plastic foil or bags or in
a meat container
(on the glass shelf)
In special door shelf
NOTE: Potatoes, onions and garlic should not be stored in the refrigerator.
Freezer compartment
The freezer compartment is used for freezing fresh food and for storing frozen food for the
period of time indicated on packaging, and for making ice cubes.
• When freezing fresh food, wrap and seal the food properly; the packaging should be air
tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil (heavy grade, if in doubt
double wrap), polythene bags and plastic containers are ideal.
• To get maximum capacity for freezer compartment, please just use glass shelves for
upper and middle section. For bottom section, please use lower basket.
• The maximum amount of fresh foods that can be loaded in the freezer within 24 hours is
indicated on the name plate (see Freezing Capacity).
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• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, set the
refrigerator thermostat at 4 - 5 for 24 hours before placing fresh food into the freezer.
• After placing fresh food into the freezer, change the setting to 4 - 5 for 24 hours is
generally sufcient. After 24 hours, you can reduce the setting if required.
• Do not allow the fresh food to be frozen to come into contact with the already frozen food.
• Always mark the date and the content on the pack and do not exceed the stated storage
time.
• In case of a power failure or malfunction, the freezer compartment will maintain a
sufciently low temperature for food storage. However, avoid opening the freezer door
to slow down the temperature rise within the freezer compartment.
• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment.
• When purchasing and storing frozen food products, ensure that the packaging is not
damaged.
• The storage time and the recommended temperature for storing frozen food is indicated
on the packaging. For storing and using, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. If no
information is provided, food should not be stored for more than 3 months.
• Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it.
• Once the food has thawed, it must not be refrozen; you must cook it as quickly as possible
in order to consume or to freeze once again.
• Not that; if you want to open again immediately after closing the freezer door, it will not
be opened easily. It’s quite normal! After reaching equilibrium condition, the door will be
opened easily.
Important note:
• Frozen foods, when thawed, should be cooked just like fresh foods. If they are not cooked
after being thawed they must NEVER be re-frozen.
• The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar,
assorted spices, ginger, garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.)
changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period.
Therefore, the frozen food should be added little amount of spices or the desired spice
should be added after the food has been thawed.
• The storage period of food is dependent on the oil used. The suitable oils are margarine,
calf fat, olive oil and butter and the unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
• The food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and the other food should be
frozen in plastic folios or bags.
Some recommendations have been specied on pages 11, 12 and 13 for the placement and
storage of your food in the deep freeze compartment.
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Maximum
Meat and fis Preparation
Steak Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8
Lamb meat Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8
Veal roast Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8
Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8
Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8
Minced meat In packages without using spices 1 - 3
Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3
Bologna sausage/salami
Chicken and turkey Wrapping in a foil 4 - 6
Goose and Duck Wrapping in a foil 4 - 6
Deer, Rabbit, Wild Boar In 2.5 kg portions and as llets 6 - 8
Fresshwater fishes (Salmon,
Carp, Crane, Siluroidea)
Lean fish; bass, turbot,
flounde
Fatty fishes ( unny, Mackarel,
bluefish, anchovy
Shellfis Cleaned and in bags 4 - 6
Caviar
Snail
Should be packaged even if it has
membrane
After cleaning the bowels and
scales of the sh, wash and dry it;
and if necessary, cut the tail and
head.
In its package, aluminium or
plastic container
In salty water, aluminum or plastic
container
Storing time
(month)
2
4
2 - 4
2 - 3
3
Note: Frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat after being thawed. If the meat is not
cooked after being thawed, it should never be frozen again.
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Maximum
Vegetables and Fruits Preparation
String beans and beans
Beans Hull and wash and boil in water 12
Cabbage Cleaned and boil in water 6 - 8
Carrot Clean and cut to slices and boil in water 12
Pepper
Spinach Washed and boil in water 6 - 9
Cauliflower
Eggplant Cut to pieces of 2cm after washing 10 - 12
Corn
Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10
Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6
Strawberry and
Blackberry
Cooked fruits Adding 10 % of sugar in the container 12
Plum, cherry, sourberry Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12
Wash and cut to small pieces and boil in
water
Cut the stem, cut into two pieces and
remove the core and boil in water
Take the leaves apart, cut the heart into
pieces, and leave it in water with a little
lemon juice for a while
Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet
corn
Wash and hull 8 - 12
Storing time
(months)
10 - 13
8 - 10
10 - 12
12
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