INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
CONTROLS
HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO USE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT
HOW TO DEFROST THE APPLIANCE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES
SERVICE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
Your new appliance is designed exclusively for
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domestic use.
To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully
read the operating instructions which contain
a description of the appliance and advice on
storing and preserving food.
Keep this handbook for future reference.
After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not
1.
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
2.
appliance on, in order to ensure that the
refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.
Make sure installation and the electrical
3.
connection are carried out by a qualified
technician according to the manufacturer's
instructions and in compliance with the local
safety regulations.
Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
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SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
1.Packing
The packing material is 100% recyclable and
bears the recycling symbol. Comply with the local
regulations for disposal. 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 scrapping 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 suitable 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.
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 appliance, contact your
competent local office, the household waste
collection service or the shop where you
purchased the appliance.
Information:
This appliance does not contain CFC (the
refrigerant circuit contains R134a) or HFC (the
refrigerant circuit contains R600a) (refer to 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 is intended for storing food and is
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manufactured in conformity with European
regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004.
This product has been designed, manufactured
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and marketed in compliance with:
- the safety objectives of Low Voltage Directive
73/23/EEC;
- the protection requirements of “EMC” Directive
89/336/EEC,
amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.
Electrical safety of the appliance is guaranteed
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only if it is connected to an efficient and
approved earthing system
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
During installation, make sure the appliance
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does not damage the power cable.
Make sure the appliance is not near a heat
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source.
To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a
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space on both sides and above the appliance
and follow the installation instructions.
Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.
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Power cable modification or replacement must
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only be carried out by qualified personnel.
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
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from the power supply by unplugging it or by
means of a mains two-pole switch installed
upstream of the socket.
Make sure the voltage indicated on the
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appliance rating plate corresponds to that of
your home.
For the water connection, use the pipe supplied
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with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the
previous appliance.
Install and level the appliance on a floor strong
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enough to take its weight and in a place suitable
for its size and use.
The appliance must be handled and installed by
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two or more persons.
Be careful not to damage the floors when
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moving the appliance (e.g. parquet).
Do not use single/multi-adapters or extension
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cords.
Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated
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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
period at a temperature outside the specified
range.
Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)
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
Do not store or use petrol, gas or flammable
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liquids in the vicinity of this or other electrical
appliances. The fumes can cause fires or
explosions.
Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical
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means other than those recommended by the
Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.
Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit
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pipes.
Do not use or place electrical appliances inside
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the product if they are not of the type expressly
authorised by the Manufacturer.
This appliance is not designed for use by young
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children or the infirm without supervision.
To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped
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and suffocating, do not allow them to play or
hide inside the appliance.
Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the
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ice packs (if provided).
Use the refrigerator compartment only for
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storing fresh food and the freezer compartment
only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food
and making ice cubes.
Do not store liquids in glass containers in the
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freezer compartment since they may burst.
Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
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after taking them out of the freezer since they
may cause cold burns.
Before carrying out any maintenance or
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cleaning operation, unplug the appliance or
disconnect the power supply.
All appliances equipped with an ice-maker and
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water dispenser must be connected to a water
supply that delivers drinking water only (with
mains water pressure of between 0.17 and 0.81
Mpascals (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Ice-makers and/or
water dispensers not directly connected to the
water supply must be filled with drinking water
only.
• The Manufacturer declines any liability if
the above advice and precautions are not
respected.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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A) Refrigerator compartment
(for storage of fresh food and beverages)
Shelves (partly height adjustable)
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Fruit and vegetable drawer with moisture control
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(if provided)
Refrigerator inner door
3.
Rating plate (at the side of crisper drawer)
4.
Defrost water drain
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Fan (if provided)
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CONTROLS
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Thermostat
1.
Light switch
2.
Bulb cover
3.
Fast freeze button with LED: Press this button (if
4.
provided) when the ambient temperature is below
16°C and/or 12 hours before placing food in the
freezer (see instructions for use).
Switch off the button after use.
B) Freezer compartment (if supplied)
(marked with symbol for storing fresh
food, frozen food and making ice cubes)
Grid (inside the compartment)
7.
Ice cube tray (inside the compartment)
8.
C) Controls
Reference scale
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