Proline PL120WD Instruction Manual

MODEL No.:

48cm UNDER COUNTER

LARDER FRIDGE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PL120WD

Please read this instruction manual carefully before operation
Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference

CONTENTS

Name of parts 1

Safety Information 2
Installation 2

Important safety information 3

Electrical Connection 4
Instructions for use 5
Temperature Control 5
The Internal Light 5
Storage of fresh food in the refrigerator 6

Refrigerator defrost process 6
Cleaning and maintenace 6
Changing the light bulb 6
If the appliance is not operating correctly 6
Reversing the door 7
Maintenance 8
Troubleshooting 8

Before calling for service 9
Prolonged off perioeds 9
Do’s and Don’ts 10

Positioning the appliance 10
Technical data 11

Important disposal instrucions 12

If something doesn't seem to work 12

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Evaporator

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Wire Shelves

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Crisper

Cover

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Crisper

Box

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Leveling Feet

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Bottle

Racks

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Recessed

Handle

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Door

Switch

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Thermostat Knob

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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THIS PROLINE PRODUCT

This booklet contains the information you will require to install and operate your new
appliance.

It is important and worthwhile spending time to fully read this booklet so you will
understand how to operate the appliance safely and efficiently.
Please keep this booklet in a safe place so that you can refer to it when required.

Safety information

This information is provided in the interest of your safety. Please read the following
carefully before carrying out the installation or use of the appliance.

If you are discarding an old freezer or refrigerator with a lock / catch fitted to the
door, ensure that it is left in a safe condition to prevent the entrapment of young
children when playing.

As old refrigeration equipment may contain CFC’s which will damage the ozone
layer, when disposing of any refrigeration equipment please contact your local waste
disposal department for advice on the correct method of disposal

This appliance must only be used for its intended purpose i.e. the freezing and storage
of domestic edible foodstuffs and should not be used for any other purpose

If the mains cable becomes damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its

service agent or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.

Installation

Position the appliance and allow to stand for two to three hours before it is turned on
for the first time to allow the system to settle. Do not position next to any heat source
e.g. cooker, boiler or in direct sunlight etc.

A clearance of 10 cm must be left between the sides of the appliance and any adjacent
cabinets or walls to allow for adequate air circulation. The appliance is not designed
for recessed installation (“building in”).

Install on a good firm level surface, and any unevenness of the floor should be
corrected prior to installation, slight unevenness can be overcome by adjusting the
front feet.

NOTE: If the appliance is positioned on a carpet, soft floor covering you should re­adjust the front feet once the appliance has had time to settle.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

This appliance must be used on the electric voltage shown on the rating plate
on the b

ase of this appliance, failure to use the correct voltage will render the

guarantee VOID.

This appliance is intended for domestic use only, any other use may invalidate
the warranty and might be dangerous.

This appliance is intended for indoor use only, do not use outdoors.

Accessible surfaces may get hot during operation, use handles and knobs at all
times.

To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in
water or other liquid.

Do not attempt to dislodge food when product is in operation.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Remove food before
cleaning the appliance.

If the mains lead becomes damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its servi

ce agent or similarly qualified person with a lead of the same type and

rating to avoid a hazard.
Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the

applia

nce malfunctions or has been damaged in any way. Consult the retail

store where you bought the appliance for advice.

The cooling circuit must not be damaged in any way.

Do not insert over sized food as this could cause a hazard.
Do not let cord hang over edge of the surface, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place appliance on or near hot surfaces, or in direct sunlight.

Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance.
Always attach a plug to appliance, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To

disconnect, turn the switch OFF, then remove the plug from wall outlet.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of a

tripping hazard.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

For your safety please read the following information

Warning: This appliance must be earthed.

This appliance operates from a 3-pin 13-amp plug. The voltage rating is 220-240 volts
and should be protected by a 13-amp fuse either in the plug or distribution board.

The appliance is supplied with a rewireable 13 amp 3-pin plug fitted with a 13amp
fuse. Should the fuse require replacement, it must be replaced with a fuse rated at 13
amp and approved to BS1362.

If the mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home or is removed for
any other reason, then the cut off plug should be disposed of safely to prevent the
hazard of electric shock.

There is a danger of electric shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13-amp
socket outlet.

How to wire a 13 amp plug.

Important

The wires in the mains lead on this appliance are coloured in accordance with the
following code:

Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue – Neutral
Brown – Live

As the colours may not correspond with the markings identifying
the terminals in your plug proceed as follows.

The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.

The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black.

The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red.

You must make sure the mains cord is held securely under the cord clamp

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Instructions for use

Remove all packing materials and wash the interior of the appliance using lukewarm
water containing a little bicarbonate of soda in the proportion of 1 teaspoon to 1.2
litres (2 pints) of water. Do not use detergents or soaps as they may taint the food.
After cleaning, dry all parts thoroughly.

Temperature Control

The refrigerator is designed to maintain an internal storage temperature in the
refrigerator compartment between 0C to + 10C.

To enable adjustment of the temperature in the appliance it is fitted with an adjustable
thermostat located in the fridge compartment, which can be adjusted from setting 1
(warmest) to 7 (coldest). For normal working temperature it is recommended to adjust
the thermostat control to the midway position, after a few hours readjust the
thermostat to the desired temperature. There is also an off position “0”. Which
turns OFF/ON the refrigerator freezer compartment. Please Note this dose not
disconnect the appliance from the mains supply. To do this you must remove the
mains plug from the socket.

To obtain a lower internal temperature turn the thermostat temperature control
clockwise to a higher number. To obtain a higher internal temperature turn the
thermostat control anticlockwise to a lower number. However, the internal
temperature and temperature control setting is dependent on a number of factors:

1. Varying ambient temperatures.

2. The number of times the appliance doors is opened and how long the doors remain

open.

3. The amount and temperature of the food and drink introduced into the appliance.

4. The weather conditions and time of year e.g. summer/winter.

5. The positioning of the appliance and an adequate air circulation to the sides and

back of the cabinet.

Never place hot or warm foods into the cabinet or leave the doors open for longer than
necessary as this will raise the temperature and cause excessive amounts of moisture
thus increasing the amount of ice in the refrigerator / freezer compartment.

The Internal Light

The internal light will automatically switch ON and OFF whenever the refrigerator door is
opened or closed. To change the light bulb, please see the chapter on changing the light bulb.

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Storage of fresh food in the refrigerator

Food should always be covered tightly with foil, plastic film, placed in bags or stored
in airtight containers. This will prevent food from dehydrating and prevent the strong
smell of some foods transferring to milder ones.
To store raw meat wrap in polythene bags or airtight containers and place on the
lowest shelf.
Do not allow raw meat to come into contact with cooked foods. For safety, only store
raw meat for two or three days. Fruit and vegetables should be thoroughly cleaned
and placed in the vegetable/ salad bin.
Milk and other liquids should be sealed with lids and placed in the bottle shelf on the
door.

Refrigerator defrost process

The refrigerator defrosting process is carried out automatically every time the compressor
stops.The defrost water drains from the cabinet into a tray placed on the top of the
compressor to the rear of the unit where it evaporates.

Warning : The refrigerating system must not be damaged at any time.

Cleaning and maintenance

Before any cleaning or maintenance is carried out you must disconnect the appliancefrom
the mains supply by removing the plug, never remove the plug by pulling on the mains cord.
Remove the plug by pulling on the plug itself. It is recommended that when cleaning the
appliance, both the inside and outside, can be cleaned using warm water and a little
bicarbonate of soda. Use 1 teaspoon to 1.2 litres of water.If the appliance is not to be used
for a long period of time then it is recommended to remove all the food stuff, clean the inside
of the appliance and leave the door open to allow the air to circulate thus avoiding
unpleasant odours.

Changing the light bulb
Note. Light bulbs are not covered by the warranty.

Turn the thermostat to the off position (0)
and disconnect from the mains. Push the level at the base of light to the rear to release the
lamp cover. The Lamp is located in the back of the thermostat housing, unscrew the lamp
in an anti-clockwise direction untill the lamp comes out of the lamp fitting.Screw a new
10 Watt (E14 Base) lamp into the lamp fitting in a clockwise direction until tight. Replace
the lamp cover back into position and click back into place. Set the thermostat to your
preferred setting and close the door.

If the appliance is not operating correctly:

Please check the following points.
Is there a power failure? (Check by turning on a house light)
Has the fuse blown or has the circuit breaker tripped?
Has the door been closed correctly?
Check the thermostat has been set correctly.
Check the mains plug seated in the wall socket correctly and the socket switch is on.

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Reversing the door

This refrigerator has been built with the door hinges on the right. If you wish to
change the opening direction, follow the instructions below:

1. Remove the upper hinge cover (6) first.

2. Remove the two screws (1) that hold the upper hinge (5) (right side) to the fridge

body. Remove the upper hinge (5).

3. Lift the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent scratching it.

4. Reverse the hole cover plate (7) from the left side to the right.

5. Remove the two screws (8) that hold the lower hinge (2) and remove the lower

hinge (2).

6. Remove the left front foot (4) and transfer it to the righ t side.

7. Before fitting the lower hinge (2), swap over the hinge pin (9) and the foot (3) to

the other side of the lower hinge (2). Then install the lower hinge (2) onto the left
side of the lower frame with two screws (8).

8. Position the door in place making sure the door seats onto the lower hinge (2).

9. Align the door in the closed position secure the upper hinge (5) in the top fame on

left side with two screws (1). Remember, do not tighten the two screws (1) until
the top of the door is leveled with the top of the fridge.

10. Install the upper hinge cover (6) on the upper hinge.

FIGURE 1 - REPRESENTATIVE POSITION OF COMPONENTS PRIOR TO

DOOR REVERSAL.

FIGURE 2 - REPRESENTATIVE POSITION OF COMPONENTS AFTER

DOOR REVERSAL.

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Wipe the inner and outer surface of the refrigerator and its accessories with wet cloth.
If they are too dirty, scrub them with neutral detergent, and then clean them with
water and dry them with clean cloth. After this, a small quantity of glass wax is
recommended to polish the refrigerator surface with a flannelette.

1. When the refrigerator does not work

Check if there is a power failure.
Check if the power plug is plugged into the power outlet.
Check that the fuse has not blown.

2. When the refrigerator is cooling excessively

The temperature control dial may be set too high.
If you place foodstuffs containing a lot of moisture directly under the cool air
outlets, they will freeze easily. This does not indicate a malfunction.

3. When the refrigerator is not cooling suf f iciently

The food may be packed too tightly together which will block the flow of cool air.
You may have put something hot or a lot of foodstuffs into the refrigerator.
The door may not have been closed properly.
The door gaskets may be damaged.
The refrigerator may not be ventilated.
There may be insufficient clearance between the refrigerator and the surfaces
immediately both sides and above.
The temperature control dial may not be set properly.

4. When condensation form on the outside of the refrigerator.

Condensation may form on the outside when the humidity is high such as during a
wet season. This is the same result as the condensation formed when chilled water
is poured into a glass. If does not, therefore, indicate a failure, wipe dry with a dry
cloth.

5. When you hear a sound like water flowing.

A sound like water flowing is the refrigerant flowing. It does not indicate a
malfunction.

6. When the cabinet’s side panel heats up

The side panel of the cabinet will heat up when the door is opened or closed
frequently, when starting the unit and when the unit operates in summer with high
ambient outside temperature, in such case, do not touch the panel, it results from
the dissipation of the heat from inside the cabinet, and it does not mean the
something is wrong with the refrigerator.

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Before calling for service

Please check the following points:

1. The refrigerator is not working

Check the plug is inserted correctly into the wall socket
Check there is power to the wall socket by plugging in another appliance, if the other
appliance works, check the fuse in the appliance plug.

2. The refrigerator is noisy when running

Check the appliance is level and is not in contact with another appliance or kitchen
furniture.

3. The refrigerator does not cool sufficiently.

If the door has been opened too often, or it has been left open for a while it will take
time for the appliance to reach its set temperature.
Check the air flow around the refrigerator has not been reduced due to insufficient
clearance.

NOTE: The following characteristics should not be looked upon as a problem.
A gentle trickling sound caused by coolant flowing through the pipe.
Compressor operating at high temperature.

Prolonged off periods

If the refrigerator is not in use for a long period of time, proceed as follows:
Disconnect the refrigerator from the main supply by removing the plug from the
socket.
Clean and dry the inside as instructed under the heading of cleaning the appliance.
Leave the door open to prevent any unpleasant smells from building up while the
appliance is not in use.
If there is a power failure for a short time keep the door closed check the contents of
the refrigerator every so often.

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Do’s and don’ts

Do- Clean your appliance regularly.
Do- Take off any unusable leaves on vegetables and wipe off any soil.
Do- Leave lettuce, cabbage, parsley and cauliflower on the stem.
Do- Wrap raw meat and poultry loosely in polythene
Do- Wrap fish and offal in polythene bags.
Do- Wrap food with a strong odour or which may dry out, in polythene bags, or

aluminium foil or place in airtight container.
Do- Keep food for as short a time as possible and adhere to “best before” and “Use
by” etc. dates.
Do- Store commercially prepared food in accordance with the instructions given on
the packets.

Do- Wrap all food in food quality polythene bags and make sure any air is excluded.
Do-Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure clear of obstruction.

Do- Chill white wines, beer, larger and mineral water before serving.

- Old refrigerator equipment may contain CFC s which will damage the ozone

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layer, When disposing of any refrigerator equipment please contact your local waste
disposal department for advise on safe disposal.
Do- This appliance must be only used for its intended purpose storing food.

Don’t- Cover the shelves with any protective materials which may obstruct air
circulation.
Don’t- Store poisonous or any dangerous substances in your larder fridge. It has been
designed for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.
Don’t- Store cooked and fresh food together in the same container. They should be
packaged and stored separately.
Don’t- Leave the door open for long periods, as this will make the appliance more
costly to run and cause excessive ice formation.

Don’t- Use sharp edged objects such as knives or forks to remove the ice.
Don’t- Use hairdryers, or electrical appliances for defrosting only use item

recommended by the manufacturer.

Don’t- Put hot food into the appliance. Let it cool down first.
Don’t- Damage the refrigerant circuit at any time.

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Don t-If the power cable requires replacement, this must only be undertaken by a

suitably qualified person as special purpose tools are required.

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Don t- Store poisonous or any dangerous substances in your refrigerator. It has been

designed for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.

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Don t -allow children to play with the refrigerator or tamper with the controls.

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Positioning the appliance

Do not keep your appliance in a room where the temperature is likely to fall below 16
degrees C (61 degrees F) at night and/or especially in winter, as it is designed to
operate in ambient temperatures between +16 and +32 degrees C (61 and 90 degrees
F). At lower temperatures the appliance may not operate, resulting in a reduction in
the storage life of the food.

NOTE:

DO NOT POSITION YOUR APPLIANCE IN AN EXCESSIVELY COLD OR
HUMID AREA SUCH AS A GARAGE/CELLAR OR OUTBUILDINGS ETC.

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Technical data

Brand Proline
Appliance type Refrigerator
Star rating No
Total gross volume (L) 94L
Total storage volume (L) 92L
Freezer storage volume (L) 0L
Refrigerator st orage volume(L) 92L

Maximum bulb power(W) 10W
Climate Class +Ambient Range

Energy class (1) A
Power consumption (kWh/year) (2) 146

Supply voltage (V/Hz) 220-240V~ , 50Hz
Noise [dB(A)re 1 pW] <40
Refrigerating agent R600a/21g
Outside dimensions (W x D x H) 480*500*840mm
Insulation Blowing Gas Cyclopentane
(1) Energy class: A…..G (A= economical…G= less economical)
(2) The real power consumption depends on using c onditions and
appliance location.

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780mm

480mm

910mm

420mm

IMPORTANT DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS

As a responsible retailer we care about the environment.

As such we urge you to follow the correct disposal procedure for your product
and packaging materials. This will help conserve natural recourses
and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects health and the
environment.

You must dispose of this product and its packaging according to local law s and regulat i ons. Because
this product contains electronic com ponents, the product and its accessories must be disposed of
separately from household waste when the product reaches its end of life.

Contact your local authority to lea rn about disposal and recycling.
The product and its accessories should be ta ken to your local collection point for recycling.

Some collection points accept produc ts free of charge.

If something doesn't seem to work

If there is something about your appliance which you do not understand and you live in the UK
you can phone our help line during normal office hours on: 0113 2793520

Calls are charged at standard rates.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by minor inconsistencies in these
instructions, which may occur as a result of product improvement and development.

Kesa UK, HU1 3AU 20/ 08/

2008

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