INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT GOING TO BE USED
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
STORING, FREEZING AND THAWING FOOD
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
“MULTIFLOW” AIR DISTRIBUTION GUIDE TO THE INSIDE PARTS USING THE APPLIANCE
USING THE ICE AND WATER DISPENSER USING THE AUTOMATIC ICE-MAKER CHANGING A WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
Your new appliance is designed exclusively for domestic use.
After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not damaged and that the door closes properly. Any damage must be reported to the dealer within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance.
Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.
Installation and the electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified technician, according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations.
Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
1. Packing 
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with the local regulations. Keep the packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as they are a potential source of danger.
2. Scrapping/Disposal
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable material.
This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct disposal of this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and the health of persons.
The symbol 
on the appliance, or on the accompanying documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to a special collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped.
Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special collection centre; do not leave the appliance unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential source of danger for children.
For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, contact your competent local office, the household waste collection service or the shop where you purchased the appliance.
Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFC) or R600a (HC) (see the rating plate inside the appliance). Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas without environmental impact, but is flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not damaged.
Declaration of conformity
•This appliance has been designed for preserving food and is manufactured in compliance with Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004.
•This appliance has been designed, manufactured and marketed in compliance with:
-safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments);
-the protection requirements of Directive
“EMC” 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.
Electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an approved earthing system.
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
INSTALLATION
•The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons.
•Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g. parquet) when moving the appliance.
•During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable.
•Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source.
•To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides and above the appliance and follow the installation instructions.
•Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.
•Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.
•Install and level the appliance on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use.
•Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated place. The appliance is arranged for operation in places where the temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specified range.
Climatic Class |
Amb. T. (°C) |
Amb. T. (°F) |
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SN |
From 10 to 32 |
From 50 to 90 |
N |
From 16 to 32 |
From 61 to 90 |
ST |
From 16 to 38 |
From 61 to 100 |
T |
From 16 to 43 |
From 61 to 110 |
•Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home.
•Do not use single/multi adapters or extension cords.
•For the water connection, use the pipe supplied with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the previous appliance.
•Power cable modification or replacement must only be carried out by qualified personnel.
•It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a mains two-pole switch installed upstream of the socket.
SAFETY
•Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids or gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical appliances. The fumes can cause fires or explosions.
•Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.
•Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.
•This appliance is not designed for use by young children or the infirm without supervision.
•To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside the appliance.
•Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (in some models).
•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns.
USE
•Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it from the power supply.
•All appliances equipped with an automatic icemaker and water dispenser must be connected to a water supply that only delivers drinking water (with mains water pressure of between 0.17 and 0.81 Mpa (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Automatic ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with drinking water only.
•Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.
•Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer since they may burst.
The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above advice and precautions are not respected.
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IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT GOING TO BE USED
In case of power failures of up to 24 hours
Keep the doors of the appliance closed. In this way the stored food will stay cold as long as possible. For further information see chapter “Using the appliance”, section “Black-out alarm”.
If the appliance is not going to be used
-Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
-Remove all the food if you are going away for more than three weeks.
-If the appliance has an automatic ice-maker:
1.Shut off the water supply to the automatic ice-maker.
2.Empty the ice bucket.
-Leave the doors open enough for air to circulate inside the compartments. This will prevent the formation of mould and bad odours.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, always disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
•Periodically clean the appliance with a cloth and a solution of lukewarm water and neutral detergent specific for refrigerator interiors.
•Never use detergents or abrasives. Never clean the refrigerator parts with flammable liquids. The fumes can cause fires or explosions.
•Clean the outside of the appliance and the door seals with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
•Do not use steam cleaners.
•Clean the condenser using a vacuum cleaner, remove the front kickplate (see installation handbook).
•The buttons and control panel display (located on the freezer door on some models) must be cleaned with a dry cloth; do not use alcohol or alcohol-derived substances.
•The refrigerant system pipes are located near the defrost pan and can become very hot. Periodically clean them with a vacuum cleaner.
Replacing light bulbs
Attention
•Always disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply before replacing any light bulbs.
•Before replacing the light bulb, remove the light guard that may be present. This will have to be put back after replacing the light bulb.
•The refrigerator accepts light bulbs with a bayonet type mount. These do not need unscrewing/screwing when replacing.
•The ice/water dispenser light bulb has a standard screw type mount and therefore needs to be screwed in place.
Replace the lamp with one of the same type, available from the
After-sales Service or from authorised dealers.
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STORING, FREEZING AND THAWING FOOD
INTRODUCTION
Wrap food so that no water, moisture or condensate can enter; this will prevent odours or aromas going from one part to another in the refrigerator, ensuring better preservation of frozen foods. Use plastic containers with hermetic lids, aluminium trays, aluminium foil, plastic film and waterproof plastic wraps. NOTE: Never place hot food in the freezer. Allow hot foods to cool to room temperature for 30 minutes, then wrap and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy and prolongs the life of the appliance.
SEALING
When sealing food in bags, remove the air (liquids need space to expand). Fasten the top of the bag with a string. Put the label inside transparent bags; use self-adhesive labels for applying on the outside of opaque bags.
DEFROSTING
Useful suggestions.
-RAW VEGETABLES: place directly in boiling water without thawing and cook normally.
-MEAT (large cuts): thaw in the refrigerator compartment without removing the wrapping. Before cooking, leave at room temperature for a couple of hours.
-MEAT (small cuts): thaw at room temperature or cook directly.
-FISH: thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping or cook directly before completely thawed. In case of a power failure, the freezer compartment will maintain an adequate storage temperature for about 12 hours; during this period, it is advisable to keep the compartment door closed. Do not refreeze partially thawed food.
-ALREADY COOKED FOOD: heat in the oven without removing it from the aluminium containers.
-FRUIT: thaw in the refrigerator compartment.
FOOD STORAGE CHART
Storage times vary according to the quality of the food, the type of packaging or wrap used (moisture and steam proof), and the storage temperature (which must be - 18°C).
Food category |
Months |
FRUIT |
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Concentrated fruit juice |
12 |
Fruit (in general) |
8-12 |
Citrus fruit and fresh fruit juices |
4-6 |
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VEGETABLES |
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Commercially frozen |
8 |
Home frozen |
8-12 |
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STEWS |
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Meat, poultry and fish |
2-3 |
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FISH |
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Cod, sole |
6 |
Salmon |
2-3 |
Mackerel, perch |
2-3 |
Already seasoned fish |
3 |
Clams, oysters |
3-4 |
Boiled fish, crabs |
3-4 |
Raw crayfish |
12 |
Food category |
Months |
MEAT |
|
Sausages |
4 weeks or less |
Hamburgers |
1 |
Beef, veal, lamb |
2-3 |
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ROASTS |
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Beef |
6-12 |
Lamb and veal |
6-12 |
Pork |
4-6 |
Fresh sausages |
1-2 |
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STEAKS AND CHOPS |
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Beef |
8-12 |
Lamb, veal, pork |
2-4 |
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POULTRY |
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Chicken or turkey (whole or parts) |
12 |
Duck and goose |
6 |
Cooked poultry (in sauce) |
6 |
Steak (without sauce) |
1 |
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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
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REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT |
FREEZER COMPARTMENT |
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A. |
Inside light |
O. |
Automatic ice-maker |
B. |
Inside light |
P. |
Glass shelves / Racks (depending on the |
C. |
Adjustable shelf |
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model) |
D. |
Shelf - drawer lid |
Q. Drawer / Bottom basket (depending on the |
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E. |
Crisper |
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model) |
F. |
Crisper adjustment |
R. |
Drawer / Top basket (depending on the |
G. |
Meat / vegetable drawer |
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model) |
H. |
Meat / vegetable drawer adjustment |
S. |
Ice cube drawer |
I. |
Dairy products compartment |
T. |
Freezer door trays |
J. |
Door trays |
U. |
Inside light |
K.2-litre door tray with bottle holder
L.0.75 litre door tray
M.Water filter
N.“Multiflow” (depending on model)
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“MULTIFLOW” AIR DISTRIBUTION
“MULTIFLOW” is a ventilated air distribution system, which ensures a homogeneous temperature inside the refrigerator compartment. Thanks to this system, the different types of food can be stored on any of the shelves of the appliance. Attention should be paid not to obstruct the air distribution vents, thus ensuring free air circulation.
GUIDE TO THE INSIDE PARTS
Removing and repositioning the refrigerator compartment and freezer shelves
The shelves can be positioned as required. The glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk cartons and heavy food, however, take care not to bang products on the shelves. To remove the shelves: pull the shelf out as far as it goes, then lift and remove it.
Removing the crisper or meat drawer:
1.slide the drawer out as far as it goes;
2.with one hand underneath the drawer, lift and pull it out;
3.the drawer will come off the runners and can be pulled out further;
4.to remove it completely, the drawer must be turned: front end up, rear end down.
Removing and refitting the glass drawer lid
Lift the front of the frame about 10 cm with one hand, then lift the back of the frame and pull it out with the other.
To replace the lid follow the inverse procedure.
Note: To remove the drawers and lids in the freezer compartment follow the same procedure as for the refrigerator.
Meat/vegetable drawer temperature control device
•The cold air is conveyed inside the meat drawer through an opening between the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment. In this way the temperature inside the meat drawer is kept lower than the rest of the refrigerator. The air flow can be adjusted by means of the special slider.
•To store vegetables in the meat drawer, shift the control device all the way to the left, to the vegetables setting. This avoids possible damage due to the vegetables freezing.
Crisper moisture control device
•The level of humidity inside the crisper can be adjusted by moving the slider in the desired position.
•By moving the slider to the far right, humidity will be eliminated from the compartment. This setting is better for preserving fruits and vegetables with skin.
•By moving the slider to the far left, humidity is maintained inside the compartment. This setting is better for preserving leaf vegetables.
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USING THE APPLIANCE
FIRST USE
Connect the appliance to the water system and power supply (refer to the Installation manual).
When connecting the appliance to the power supply, the display will show the temperatures preset by the manufacturer.
Note: Reaching the preset temperatures requires a variable amount of time. This time depends on several factors (times the door is open, amount of food stored, ambient temperature). Average time is between 2 to 3 hours.
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