THE PERFECT BALANCE OF FUNCTION AND STYLE
LAUNDRY - DISHWASHING - COOKING - COOLING
Installation and Operating Instructions
Retro Style 4* Icebox Fridge
MAB340C/K/R
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install or use this appliance.
We recommend that you keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
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Welcome
Thank you for choosing this Montpellier Retro Refrigerator.
Our Retro Fridges have been designed to provide you with the best combination of style, reliability and
performance to give you years of trouble-free use.
You may be familiar with a similar product, but please take time to read these instructions carefully before installing
or using your Fridge to ensure you get the most from your purchase.
We recommend that you keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Your Refrigerator is covered by a comprehensive two year Parts & Labour
Guarantee. In the unlikely event that you experience a problem with your Fridge,
you can rest assured that you are fully protected against the cost of repairs for
the first 24 months . Please note that any claim must be accompanied by the
model reference number, serial number and proof of purchase.
To activate your guarantee, you will need your product serial number. This can be
found on the rear of the machine.
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CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 4
1.1 General Safety Warnings ...............................................................................................4
1.2 Installation warnings .......................................................................................................7
1.3 Electrical information (For UK type plug) ........................................................................8
1.4 During Usage..................................................................................................................8
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE ............................................................. 10
3 USING THE APPLIANCE ................................................................................10
3.1 Thermostat Setting .......................................................................................................11
3.2 Temperature Settings Warnings ...................................................................................11
3.3 Accessories ..................................................................................................................12
3.3.1 Ice Tray ......................................................................................................................12
3.3.2 The Plastic Scraper ...................................................................................................12
3.3.3 The Magic Shelf.........................................................................................................13
4 FOOD STORAGE ............................................................................................ 13
4.1 Refrigerator Compartment ............................................................................................13
4.2 Freezer Compartment ..................................................................................................14
5 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ..................................................................17
5.1 Defrosting .....................................................................................................................18
5.2 Replacing the Light Bulb...............................................................................................18
6 SHIPMENT AND REPOSITIONING .................................................................19
6.1 Transportation and Changing Positioning ....................................................................19
6.2 Repositioning the Door .................................................................................................19
7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-SALES SERVICE ............................................... 19
8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY .......................................................................... 20
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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 General Safety Warnings
Read this user manual carefully.
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: When positioning the appliance,
ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socketoutlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the
appliance.
WARNING: In order to avoid any hazards resulting
from the instability of the appliance, it must be xed in
accordance with the 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
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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 ames 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 ammable propellant in this appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household
and domestic applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces 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.
• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service
agent or similarly qualied 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.
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• 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.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load
and unload refrigerating appliances. Children are not
expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance
of the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old)
are not expected to use appliances, young children
(3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances
safely unless continuous supervision is given, older
children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can
use appliances safely after they have been given
appropriate supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance. Very vulnerable people are
not expected to use appliances safely unless
continuous supervision is given.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or
similar qualied persons, in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes
exceeding 2000 m.
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1.2 Installation warnings
Before using your fridge freezer for the rst
time, please pay attention to the following
points:
• The operating voltage for your fridge
freezer is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
• The plug must be accessible after
installation.
• Your fridge freezer may have an odour
when it is operated for the rst time. This
is normal and the odour will fade 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 qualied
electrician.
• Insert the plug into a socket with an
efcient ground connection. If the socket
has no ground contact or the plug does
not match, we recommend you consult a
qualied electrician for assistance.
• The appliance must be connected
with a properly installed fused socket.
The power supply (AC) and voltage at
the operating point must match with
the details on the name plate of the
appliance (the 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 freezer where it will not
be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Your fridge freezer must never be used
outdoors or exposed to rain.
• Your appliance must be at least 50 cm
away from stoves, gas ovens and heater
cores, and at least 5 cm away from
electrical ovens.
• If your fridge freezer is placed next to a
deep freezer, there must be at least 2
cm between them to prevent humidity
forming on the outer surface.
• Do not cover the body or top of fridge
freezer with lace. This will affect the
performance of your fridge freezer.
• Clearance of at least 150 mm is required
at the top of your appliance. Do not place
anything on top of your appliance.
• Do not place heavy items on the
appliance.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly before
use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).
• 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. Return all
parts to the fridge freezer after cleaning.
• Use the adjustable front legs to make
sure your appliance is level and stable.
You can adjust the legs by turning them
in either direction. This must be done
before placing food in the appliance.
• Install the two plastic distance guides (the
parts on the black vanes
-condenser- at the rear)
by turning it 90° (as
shown in the gure) to
prevent the condenser
from touching the wall.
• The distance between
the appliance and back wall must be a
maximum of 75 mm.
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1.3 Electrical information (For UK type
plug)
Warning! This appliance must be
earthed.
The mains lead of this appliance has been
tted with a specially earthed plug.
Important: Do not use the
appliance without the fuse cover in position.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, it
must be replaced with a 13A fuse, ASTA
approved to BS1362.
The plug must be used with a specially
earthed socket of 13 amperes. If there is
no such socket in your house, please have
one installed by an authorised electrician.
The mains lead of this appliance has been
tted with a BS 1363A 13A fused plug. To
change a fuse in this type of plug, follow
the steps below:
1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA
approved to BS 1362 type, into the fuse
cover.
3. Replace fuse cover.
1.4 During Usage
• Do not connect your fridge freezer to
the mains electricity supply using an
extension lead.
• Do not use damaged, torn or old plugs.
• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.
• Do not use plug adapter.
• This appliance is designed for use by
adults. Do not allow children to play with
the appliance or hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet
hands. This may cause a short circuit or
electric shock.
• Do not place glass bottles or cans in the
ice-making compartment as they will
burst when 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 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 or ice cubes
immediately after they are removed from
the ice-making compartment.
• Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This
may cause health issues such as food
poisoning.
When the door of the fridge is closed, a
vacuum seal will form. Wait for 1 minute
before reopening it.
This application is optional for easy opening
of the door. With this application, a little
condensation may occur around this area
and you may remove it.
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Old and Out-of-order Fridges
• If your old fridge or freezer 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 contain
isolation material and refrigerant with
CFC. Therefore, take care not to harm
environment when you are discarding
your old fridges.
CE Declaration of conformity
We declare that our products meet the
applicable European Directives, Decisions
and Regulations and the requirements
listed in the standards referenced.
Disposal of your old appliance
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 this product. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city ofce, your
household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
Packaging and the Environment
Packaging materials protect
your machine from damage that
may occur during transportation.
The packaging materials are
environmentally friendly as they are
recyclable. The use of recycled material
reduces raw material consumption and
therefore decreases waste production.
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 the losses to be
occurred.
• This appliance is produced to be used in
houses and it is only suitable for cooling
/ storing foods. It is not suitable for
commercial or common use and/or for
storing substances except for food. Our
company is not responsible for the losses
to be occurred in the contrary case.
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2 DESCRIPTION OF THE
APPLIANCE
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B
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3 USING THE APPLIANCE
“Door Open” Indicator;
The "Door Open" indicator on the handle
shows whether the door has closed
properly or whether it remains open.
If the indicator is red, the door is still open.
If the indicator is white, the door is properly
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closed.
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This presentation is only for
information about the parts of the
appliance. Parts may vary according to the
appliance model.
A) Freezer compartment
B) Refrigerator compartment
1) Thermostat box
2) Turbo fan *
3) Refrigerator shelves
4) Magic shelf *
5) Crisper cover
6) Crisper
7) Levelling feet
8) Bottle shelf
9) Door shelves
10) Egg holder
11) Ice box tray
12) Plastic ice scraper *
* In some models
“Door Open” Indicator
The freezer door should always be
kept closed. This will prevent food
products from defrosting. Any heavy ice
and frost build-up inside the freezer, and an
unnecessary increase in energy
consumption, will be avoided.
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3.1 Thermostat Setting
The thermostat automatically regulates
the temperature inside the refrigerator and
freezer compartments. Cooler temperatures
can be obtained by rotating the knob to
higher numbers, 1 to 5.
Important note: Do not try to rotate
the knob beyond position 1, it will stop
your appliance from working.
Low ambient switch
(In some models)
Thermostat knob
Lamp cover
Thermostat settings:
1 – 2 : For short-term storage of food in the
freezer compartment.
3 – 4 : For long-term storage of food in the
freezer compartment.
5: For freezing fresh food. The
appliance will work longer. Once
the food is fully frozen, reset the
thermostat to its original position.
If Super Switch is available:
• Set this switch to the ‘ ‘ position, except
when the ambient
temperature is below 16°C,
such as in winter, or when
the freezer temperature
needs to be maintained at a
lower value. In this case,
turn the switch to ‘ ‘
position ON.
• Press the switch on the
thermostat box to position
‘ ’ to set the super switch
ON. The switch will illuminate.
• When the freezer compartment has
cooled to a sufcient temperature, or in
warm weather, turn the super switch off
to save on electrical consumption.
• When you rst switch on the appliance,
allow it to operate continuously for
24 hours in order to reach operating
temperature.
• During this time, do not open the door
frequently or place a large quantity of
food inside the appliance.
If the unit is switched off or unplugged,
you must allow at least 5 minutes before
restarting or plugging in the unit in order to
prevent damage to the compressor.
3.2 Temperature Settings Warnings
• The ambient temperature, temperature of
the freshly stored food and how often the
door is opened affects the temperature in
the refrigerator compartment. If required,
change the temperature setting.
• It is not recommended that you operate
your fridge in environments colder than
10°C in terms of its efciency.
• When setting the thermostat, take into
consideration how often the appliance
doors are opened and closed, how much
food is stored in the refrigerator, and the
environment in which the refrigerator is
located.
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• When the appliance is rst switched on,
allow it to run for 24 hours in order to
reach operating temperature. During this
time, do not open the door and do not
keep a large quantity of food inside.
• Unplug your appliance during a power cut
to prevent damage to the compressor.
Once power is restored, delay plugging
in your appliance for 5 to 10 minutes.
This will help prevent damage to the
appliance's components.
• Your appliance is designed to operate in
the ambient temperature ranges stated
in the standards, according to the climate
class stated in the information label. It
is not recommended that your fridge is
operated in the environments which are
outside of the stated temperature ranges.
This will reduce the cooling efciency of
the appliance.
• Your appliance is designed to operate in
the ambient temperature (T/SN = 10°C
- 43°C) intervals stated in the standards,
according to the climate class displayed
on the information label. We do not
recommend operating your appliance out
of the stated temperature limits in terms
of cooling effectiveness.
Climate
Class
T Between 16 and 43 (°C)
ST Between 16 and 38 (°C)
N Between 16 and 32 (°C)
SN Between 10 and 32 (°C)
Ambient Temperature oC
The Turbo Fan (if available)
Do not block the air inlet and outlet
openings when storing food, otherwise air
circulation provided by the turbo fan will be
impaired.
3.3 Accessories
3.3.1 Ice Tray
• Fill the ice tray with water and place in
the freezer compartment.
• After the water has completely frozen,
you can twist the tray as shown below to
remove the ice cubes.
3.3.2 The Plastic Scraper
After some time, frost will build up in certain
areas of the freezer. The frost
accumulated in the freezer
should be removed regularly.
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.
Turbo fan
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3.3.3 The Magic Shelf
The Magic Shelf, which is on the Crisper
Cover (safety glass), is designed to
allow for more storage space within the
appliance. The shelf is mobile so you
can arrange long or tall containers on the
Crisper Cover.
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Visual and text descriptions in
the accessories section may vary
according to the model of your
appliance.
4 FOOD STORAGE
4.1 Refrigerator Compartment
• To reduce humidity and avoid the
consequent formation of frost, always
store liquids in sealed containers in the
refrigerator. Frost tends to concentrate in
the coldest parts of the evaporating liquid
and, in time, your appliance will require
more frequent defrosting.
• Never place warm food in the
refrigerator. Warm food should be
allowed to cool at room temperature
and should be arranged to ensure
adequate air circulation in the refrigerator
compartment.
• Make sure no items are in direct contact
with the rear wall of the appliance as
frost will develop and packaging will stick
to it. Do not open the refrigerator door
frequently.
• We recommend that meat and clean sh
are loosely wrapped and stored on the
glass shelf just above the vegetable bin
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where the air is cooler, as this provides
the best storage conditions.
• Store loose fruit and vegetable items in
the crisper containers.
• Store loose fruit and vegetables in the
crisper.
• Storing fruit and vegetables separately
helps prevent ethylene-sensitive
vegetables (green leaves, broccoli,
carrot, etc.) being affected by ethylenereleaser fruits (banana, peach, apricot,
g etc.).
• Do not put wet vegetables into the
refrigerator.
• Storage time for all food products
depends on the initial quality of the food
and an uninterrupted refrigeration cycle
before refrigerator storage.
• To avoid cross-contamination do not
store meat products with fruit and
vegetables. Water leaking from meat
may contaminate other products in the
refrigerator. You should package meat
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products and clean any leakages on the
shelves.
• Do not put food in front of the air ow
passage.
• Consume packaged foods before the
recommended expiry date.
NOTE: Potatoes, onions and garlic
should not be stored in the refrigerator.
The table below is a quick guide to show
you the most efcient way to store the
major food groups in your refrigerator
compartment.
Food
Vegetables
and fruits
Meat and
sh
Fresh
cheese
Butter and
margarine
Bottled
products
e.g. milk
and
yoghurt
Eggs 1 month
Cooked
food
Maximum
storage time
1 week Vegetable bin
2 - 3 Days
3 - 4 Days
1 week
Until the
expiry date
recommended
by the
producer
All shelves
How and where to
store
Wrap in plastic foil,
bags, or in a meat
container and store
on the glass shelf
On the designated
door shelf
On the designated
door shelf
On the designated
door shelf
On the designated
egg shelf
4.2 Freezer Compartment
• The freezer is used for storing frozen
food, freezing fresh food, and making ice
cubes.
• For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal
fresh food properly, that is the packaging
should be air tight and shouldn’t leak.
Special freezer bags, aluminum foil
polythene bags and plastic containers
are ideal.
• Do not store fresh food next to frozen
food as it can thaw the frozen food.
• Before freezing fresh food, divide it into
portions that can be consumed in one
sitting.
• Consume thawed frozen food within a
short period of time after defrosting
• Never place warm food in the freezer
compartment as it will thaw the frozen
food.
• Always follow the manufacturer's
instructions on food packaging when
storing frozen food. If no information is
provided food, should not be stored for
more than 3 months from the date of
purchase.
• When purchasing frozen food, make sure
that it has been stored under appropriate
conditions and that the packaging is not
damaged.
• Frozen food should be transported in
appropriate containers and placed in the
freezer as soon as possible.
• Do not purchase frozen food if the
packaging shows signs of humidity
and abnormal swelling. It is probable
that it has been stored at an unsuitable
temperature and that the contents have
deteriorated.
• The storage life of frozen food depends
on the room temperature, the thermostat
setting, how often the door is opened,
the type of food, and the length of time
required to transport the product from
the shop to your home. Always follow the
instructions printed on the packaging and
never exceed the maximum storage life
indicated.
• The maximum amount of fresh food (in
kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is
indicated on the appliance label.
• To freeze fresh food, ensure that as much
of the surface of the food as possible is in
contact with the cooling surface.
NOTE: If you attempt to open the freezer
door immediately after closing it, you
will nd that it will not open easily. This
is normal. Once equilibrium has been
reached, the door will open easily.
Important note:
• Never refreeze thawed frozen food.
• The taste of some spices found in cooked
dishes (anise, basilica, watercress,
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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 of time. Therefore, add small
amounts of spices to food to be frozen, or
the desired spice should be added after
the food has thawed.
• The storage time of food is dependent
on the type of oil used. Suitable oils are
margarine, calf fat, olive oil and butter.
Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
• Food in liquid form should be frozen in
plastic cups and other food should be
frozen in plastic folios or bags.
The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efcient way to store the major
food groups in your freezer compartment.
Meat and sh Preparation
Steak Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal roast Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8
Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8
Minced meat In packaging without using spices 1 - 3
Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3
Bologna sausage/salami Should be kept packaged even if it has a membrane
Chicken and turkey Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Goose and duck Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Deer, rabbit, wild boar In 2.5 kg portions or as llets 6 - 8
Freshwater sh
(Salmon, Carp, Crane,
Catsh)
Lean sh (Bass, Turbot,
Flounder)
Fatty shes (Tuna,
Mackerel, Bluesh,
Anchovy)
Shellsh Clean and in a bag 4 - 6
Caviar
Snails In salty water, or in an aluminium or plastic container 3
NOTE: Thawed frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat. If the meat is not cooked after defrosting, it
must not be re-frozen.
After cleaning the bowels and scales of the sh,
wash and dry it. If necessary, remove the tail and
head.
In its packaging, or in an aluminium or plastic
container
Maximum storage time
(months)
2
4
2 - 4
2 - 3
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Vegetables and Fruits Preparation
String beans and beans Wash, cut into small pieces and boil in water 10 - 13
Beans Hull, wash and boil in water 12
Cabbage Clean and boil in water 6 - 8
Carrot Clean, cut into slices and boil in water 12
Pepper
Spinach Wash and boil in water 6 - 9
Cauliower
Eggplant Cut into pieces of 2cm after washing 10 - 12
Corn Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet corn 12
Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10
Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6
Strawberry and
Blackberry
Cut the stem, cut into two pieces, remove the core
and boil in water
Remove the leaves, cut the heart into pieces and
leave it in water with a little lemon juice for a while
Wash and hull 8 - 12
Maximum storage time
(months)
8 - 10
10 - 12
Vegetables and Fruits Preparation
Cooked fruits Add 10 % of sugar to the container 12
Plum, cherry, sourberry Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12
Maximum storage time
(months)
Bread 4 - 6 2 - 3 4-5 (220-225 °C)
Biscuits 3 - 6 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pastry 1 - 3 2 - 3 5-10 (200-225 °C)
Pie 1 - 1,5 3 - 4 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Phyllo dough 2 - 3 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pizza 2 - 3 2 - 4 15-20 (200 °C)
Dairy products Preparation
Packet (Homogenized)
Milk
Cheese - excluding
white cheese
Butter, margarine In its packaging 6
In its own packet 2 - 3 Pure Milk – in its own packet
In slices 6 - 8
To avoid contamination of food, please
respect the following instructions:
• Opening the door for long periods
can ause a signicant increase of the
temperature in the compartments of the
appliance.
Thawing time at room
temperature (hours)
Maximum storage time
(months)
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come
in contact with food and accessible
drainage systems
• Store raw meat and sh in suitable
containers in the refrigerator, so that it is
not in contact with or drip onto other food.
Maximum storage time
(months)
Thawing time in oven
(minutes)
Storage conditions
Original packaging may be
used for short-term storage.
Keep wrapped in foil for
longer periods.
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• Two-star frozen-food compartments
are suitable for storing pre-frozen food,
storing or making ice cream and making
ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three-star compartments
are not suitable for the freezing of fresh
food.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty
for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean,
dry, and leave the door open to prevent
mould developing within the appliance.
5 CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before cleaning.
Do not wash your appliance by
pouring water on it.
Do not use abrasive products,
detergents or soaps for cleaning the
appliance. After washing, rinse with clean
water and dry carefully. When you have
nished cleaning, reconnect the plug to the
mains supply with dry hands.
• Make sure that no water enters the lamp
housing and other electrical components.
• The appliance should be cleaned
regularly using a solution of bicarbonate
of soda and lukewarm water.
• Clean the accessories separately by
hand with soap and water. Do not wash
accessories in a dish washer.
• Clean the condenser with a brush at least
twice a year. This will help you to save on
energy costs and increase productivity.
The power supply must be
disconnected during cleaning.
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5.1 Defrosting
Defrosting the Refrigerator
Compartment
• Defrosting occurs automatically in
the refrigerator compartment during
operation. The water is collected by
the evaporation tray and evaporates
automatically.
• The evaporation tray and the water drain
hole should be cleaned periodically with
the defrost drain plug to prevent the
water from collecting at the bottom of the
refrigerator instead of owing out.
• You can also clean the drain hole by
pouring half a glass of water down it.
Defrosting the Freezer Compartment
Frost accumulated in the freezer
compartment should be removed regularly
(using the plastic scraper provided). The
freezer compartment should be cleaned
in the same way as the refrigerator
compartment, with the defrost function, at
least twice a year.
For this:
• The day before you defrost, set the
thermostat dial to position “5” to freeze
food completely.
• During defrosting, frozen food should
be wrapped in several layers of paper
and kept in a cool place. The inevitable
rise in temperature will shorten its
storage life. Remember to use this food
within a relatively short period of time.
• Set the thermostat knob to position “•”
and disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Leave the door open until the
unit is completely defrosted.
• To accelerate the defrosting process,
place one or more bowls of warm water
in the freezer compartment.
• Dry the inside of the unit carefully and
set the thermostat knob to the MAX
position.
5.2 Replacing the Light Bulb
Important note: Unplug the unit from
the power supply before start the
process.
1
3
2
4
1. Remove the screw on the light cover by
screw driver. (Fig.1)
2. Press the hooks on light cover. (Fig. 2)
3. Pull out the cover towards arrow remove
it. (Fig. 3)
4. Turn the light bulb counter clockwise and
remove it. (Fig. 4)
5. Change the present light bulb with a new
one of not more than 15 W. (Fig. 4)
6. Implement the steps in reverse order.
7. After waiting 5 minutes, plug the unit.
Replacing LED Lighting
If your appliance has LED lighting
contact the help desk as this should
be changed by authorized personnel only.
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6 SHIPMENT AND
REPOSITIONING
7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-
SALES SERVICE
6.1 Transportation and Changing
Positioning
• The original packaging and foam may be
kept for re-transportation (optional).
• Fasten your appliance with thick
packaging, bands or strong cords and
follow the instructions for transportation
on the packaging.
• Remove all movable parts (shelves,
accessories, vegetable bins, and so on)
or x them into the appliance against
shocks using bands when re-positioning
or transporting.
Always carry your appliance in the
upright position.
6.2 Repositioning the Door
• It is not possible to change the opening
direction of your appliance door if door
handles are installed on the front surface
of the appliance door.
• It is possible to change the opening
direction of the door on models without
handles.
• If the door-opening direction of your
appliance can be changed, contact the
nearest Authorised Service Centre to
change the opening direction.
If your refrigerator is not working properly,
there may be a minor problem. Check the
following.
The appliance does not operate
Check if:
• There is power
• The mains is connected
• The thermostat setting is on the “•”
position
• The socket is defective. To check this,
plug another working appliance into the
same socket.
The appliance performs poorly
Check if:
• The appliance is overloaded
• The doors are closed properly
• There is any dust on the condenser
• There is enough space near the rear and
side walls.
The appliance is noisy
The cooling gas which circulates in the
refrigerator circuit may make a slight
noise (bubbling sound) even when the
compressor is not running. Do not worry,
this is normal. If you hear a different sound,
check whether:
• The appliance is level
• Anything is touching the rear of the
appliance
• Objects in the appliance are vibrating.
There is water in the lower part of the
refrigerator
Check if:
The drain hole for the water is not clogged
(use defrost drain plug to clean the drain
hole).
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Recommendations
• If the appliance is switched off or
unplugged, wait at least 5 minutes before
plugging the appliance in or restarting
it in order to prevent damage to the
compressor.
• The cooling unit of your refrigerator is
located at the rear of the appliance.
Therefore, water droplets or ice may
form on the rear surface of your fridge
due to the operation of the compressor
at specied intervals. This is normal,
there is no need to perform a defrosting
operation unless there is excessive ice.
• If you do not intend to use your fridge for
a long period of time (such as during the
summer holidays), set the thermostat to
“•” position, defrost and clean your fridge,
leaving the door open to prevent the
formation of mildew and odour.
• If a problem persists after you have
followed all the above instructions, please
consult the nearest authorised service
centre.
• The appliance you have purchased is
designed for domestic use only. It is not
suitable for commercial or common use.
If the consumer uses the appliance in a
way that does not comply with this, we
emphasise that the manufacturer and
the dealer will not be responsible for any
repair and failure within the guarantee
period.
8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY
1. Install the appliance in a cool, wellventilated room, but not in direct sunlight
and not near a heat source (such as a
radiator or oven) otherwise an insulating
plate should be used.
2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool
before placing them inside the appliance.
3. Place thawing food in the refrigerator
compartment. The low temperature
of the frozen food will help cool the
refrigerator compartment while the food
is thawing. This will save energy. Frozen
food left to thaw outside of the appliance
will result in a waste of energy.
4. Drinks or other liquids should be
covered when inside the appliance. If
left uncovered, the humidity inside the
appliance will increase, therefore the
appliance uses more energy. Keeping
drinks and other liquids covered helps
preserve their smell and taste.
5. Avoid keeping the doors open for long
periods and opening the doors too
frequently as warm air will enter the
appliance and cause the compressor to
switch on unnecessarily often.
6. Keep the covers of the different
temperature compartments (such as the
crisper and chiller) closed.
7. The door gasket must be clean and
pliable. Replace gaskets if worn.
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Here For You
Here For You
Here For You
After-sales assistance
If you continue to experience problems with your Retro Refrigerator, please call the Montpellier customer
service helpline on: 01759 487839
Please have all your product details available, including the model number, serial number, date of purchase,
and your retailer’s details before registering a fault.
The service call cannot progress without this information.
Your 2 year Manufacturer’s guarantee
THIS DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.
Your new Montpellier appliance carries a free guarantee which protects you against the cost of repairs during the
rst 24 months from date of purchase provided that:
Any claim is accompanied by evidence of the model reference, model serial number and proof of purchase, such
as a Sales Receipt, showing that the appliance was purchased within the 24 months prior to the date
of claim.
What is not covered under the Guarantee
• Any appliance not correctly installed and operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Any appliance that is used for anything other than domestic purposes.
• Any defect caused by accident, misuse, unauthorised modification or inexpert repair.
• Cost of Call-out where a fault cannot be found with the appliance.
• Cost of Call-out for work covering routine maintenance, such as, but not exclusively, cleaning of filters or
defrosting.
• Cost of Call-out for work required to correct the alignment of doors following door reversal procedures
carried out by you.
• Use of the appliance by anyone other than the Householder.
• Use in any commercial environment.
• Consumable items, such as, but not exclusively, fuses in plugs, bulbs and breakable items which require
routine replacement.
• Repair costs incurred that have not been authorised by Montpellier and/or carried out by a non-approved
Montpellier engineer.
• Montpellier Appliances do not accept claims for consequential loss, rusting, corroding, delivery damage
or scratches.
YOUR GUARANTEE IS VALID ONLY IN THE UK.
To register your appliance simply complete the card in your appliance pack and return it with a stamp axed or
alternatively you can register online at www.montpellier-appliances.com/support
SERVICE HELP-LINE
Should your appliance develop a fault, please call the Montpellier customer service helpline on: 01759 487839
Please remember to have all your product details available, including the model number, serial number, date of
purchase and your retailer’s details before registering a fault.
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Montpellier Domestic Appliances Ltd.
Unit 1, Tewkesbury Retail Park, Northway Lane,
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 8JU
www.montpellier-appliances.com
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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
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