Tricity Bendix TB 112 FF User Manual

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TB 112 FF

FRIDGE-FREEZER

OPERATING AND INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant safety information.

This information has been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read it carefully before installing or using the appliance.

Installation

¥ This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken

when moving it.

¥ It is dangerous to alter the specifications or

attempt to modify this product in any way.

¥ Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance

does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Important: if the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cable available from the manufacturer or its service agent.

¥ Any electrical work required to install this

appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.

¥ Parts which heat up should not be exposed.

Whenever possible, the back of the appliance should be close to a wall but leaving the required distance for ventilation as stated in the installation instructions.

¥ The appliance should be left for 2 hours after

installation before it is turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle.

Child Safety

¥ Do not allow children to tamper with the controls

or play with the product.

¥ Keep all packaging well away from children.

During Use

¥ This appliance is designed for domestic use only,

specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.

¥ Frozen food must NOT be re-frozen once it has

thawed out.

¥ Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the

freezer.

¥ Do not remove items from the freezer if your

hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.

¥ Ice lollies can cause Ôfrost/freezer burnsÕ if

consumed straight from the freezer.

¥ ManufacturersÕ storage recommendations should

be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.

¥ The cooling plate or refrigerated freezer shelves

in this appliance contain channels through which the refrigerant passes. If these are punctured this will cause substantial damage to the appliance and result in food loss. DO NOT USE SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off frost or ice. Under NO circumstances should solid ice be forced off the lining or shelves. Solid ice should be allowed to thaw, when defrosting the appliance. See Defrost Instructions.

Maintenance and Cleaning

¥ Switch off and unplug the appliance before

carrying out any cleaning or maintenance work.

Servicing

¥ This product should be serviced by an authorised

engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used.

¥ Under no circumstances should you attempt to

repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local Service Force Centre and always insist on genuine spare parts.

At the end of the Appliance Life

¥ When disposing of your appliance, use an

authorised disposal site.

¥ Remove the plug and ensure that any locks or

catches are removed, to prevent young children being trapped inside.

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Door reversal directions

1. Disconnect from the electricity supply.

2. Remove all loose items, including food, store food in a cool place.

3. Gently lay the fridge/freezer on its back with the top held away from the floor by 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) of packing;

4. Remove the feet (2-3)

5. Remove bottom hinge (1).

6. Remove the freezer door by releasing it from the middle hinge (H).

7. Unscrew the middle hinge.

8. Slide out the fridge door from pin (G), unscrew the latter and then screw it down into the hinge hole provided on the opposite side, after having removed the small plugs which should then be fitted on the opposite side.

9. Refit the fridge door and replace the middle hinge to the left hand side.

10.Replace the door and bottom hinge (1) on the opposite side.

11.Refit the feet (2-3) on the opposite side.

12.Unscrew the handles. Refit them on the opposite side after having pierced the plugs with a punch. Cover the holes left open with the plugs contained in the documentation pack.

Attention

After completion of the door reversing operation, check that the door gasket adheres to the cabinet. If the ambient temperature is cold (i.e. in Winter), the gasket may not fit perfectly to the cabinet. In that case, wait for the natural fitting of the gasket or accelerate this process by heating up the part involved with a normal hairdryer on a low setting.

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CONTENTS

Instructions for the User

Important Safety Information

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Description of the Appliance

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Operation

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Before use 5

To start the Appliance 5

Setting the temperature 5

Use of an air circulation slider control 5

Fresh food refrigeration 5

Positioning the door shelves 6

Positioning the inner shelves 6

The freezer compartment 7

Freezing fresh food 7

Frozen food storage 7

Thawing 7

Making Ice cubes 7

Normal Operating Sounds 8

Health and Safety Guidelines

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Maintenance and Cleaning

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Internal cleaning 10

External cleaning 10

When the appliance is not in use 10

Changing the light bulb 10

Defrosting 10

Something Not Working

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Service and Spare Parts

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Customer Care

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Guarantee Conditions

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Instructions for the Installer

Technical Specification

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Installation

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Positioning 17

Rear Spacers 17

Electrical Connection

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Door Reversal

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

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COLDCOLDEST

COOL FLOW SYSTEM

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C

D

E

G

H

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J

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A- Thermostat control for fridge and freezer compartments

B- Dairy compartment

C- Storage shelf

D- Bottle storage shelf

E- Freezing/Storage compartments

F- Freezing fresh food compartment

G- Salad drawers

H- Glass shelf

I- Wire shelves

J- Air circulation slider control

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INSTALLATION

Positioning

This appliance is designed to operate in ambient temperatures between 10¡C (50¡F) and 32¡C (90¡F). It should be located in a dry atmosphere, out of direct sunlight and away from extreme temperature e.g. not next to a boiler or radiator, or in a very cold room e.g. an outhouse, where the temperatures may fall below 10¡C (50¡F). If these temperatures are exceeded i.e. colder or warmer, then the appliance may not operate correctly.

You should also ensure that air can circulate freely around the back and the top of the cabinet. There must also be at least 100 mm (4Ó) distance between the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen furniture (A). Ideally, the appliance should not be positioned beneath overhanging furniture (B).

There should also be a gap of 25 mm either side of the appliance. Do not obstruct the space underneath.

Rear spacers

The plastic bag containing all relevant documentation also contains two spacers to be fitted into special holes in the back of the appliance.

Fit the spacers into the holes, taking care to ensure that the arrow (A) is positioned as shown in the diagram. Then turn them through 45¡ (arrow (A) vertical) until they lock into place.

DO NOT install in places with restricted ventilation.

Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out the adjustable foot, or feet, at the bottom of the cabinet using your fingers.

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Warning

IF YOU ARE DISCARDING AN OLD APPLIANCE THAT HAS A LOCK OR CATCH ON THE DOOR, YOU MUST ENSURE THAT IT IS MADE UNUSABLE TO PREVENT YOUNG CHILDREN BEING TRAPPED INSIDE.

Depending upon the position which you choose for your appliance, you may wish to reverse the way in which the door opens. To do this, refer to instructions on ÒDoor reversal directionsÓ paragraph.

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Important

It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.

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OPERATION

Before using

Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water).

Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry thoroughly.

Setting the temperature

The temperature inside the appliance is regulated by a thermostat with 6 temperature positions and an ÒOFFÓ (O) position.

Position 1 = minimum coldness

Position 6 = maximum coldness

Turn the thermostat dial to the required position.

The intermediate position is usually the most suitable (3-4).

The thermostat control regulates the temperature both within the fridge and the freezer compartment. The thermostat setting can vary as the temperature inside the appliance depends on the following factors:

Ð room temperature

Ð how often the door is opened

Ð how much food is stored

Ð position of the appliance

To Start the Appliance

Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation.

Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains supply. Turn the thermostat control to a midway setting (3-4) and adjust the slider control, situated on the back wall of the fridge section, to a midway position between ÒcoldÓ and ÒcoldestÓ. Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the correct temperature to be reached before placing food inside.

To switch off the appliance turn the thermostat control to position ÒOÓ

Use of an air circulation slider control - COOL FLOW SYSTEM

Your appliance has an air circulation slider control situated at the rear of the fridge compartment, which controls the amount of cold air circulated through the fridge compartment.

When the ambient temperature is between 10¡C and 16¡C, the slider control should be in the ÒcoldÓ position.

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COLD

COLDEST

COOL FLOW SYSTEM

COLD COLDEST

COOL FLOW SYSTEM

When the ambient temperature is above 16¡C the slider control should be midway between ÒcoldÓ and ÒcoldestÓ.

When the ambient temperature is very high (i.e. hot summer days) position the slider control to ÒcoldestÓ.

Fresh food refrigeration

To obtain the best performance, do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator; cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavour.

Do not cover the shelves with any protective material, such as paper, cardboard or plastic, which may obstruct the air circulation.

To help you use your refrigerator correctly, here are some more useful hints:

Raw meat (beef, pork, lamb & poultry or chicken): wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelf above the salad drawers.

Meat can only be stored safely in this way for one or two days at the most.

Fruit & vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the salad drawers.

Butter & cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.

Milk bottles: these should have a cap and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door.

Warning

If using the appliance with the salad drawer removed, please ensure the vent in the back wall of the appliance is not obstructed.

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Positioning the inner shelves

The walls of the refrigerator have runners so that shelves can be positioned as desired.

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Positioning the door shelves

The door shelves can be easily removed for cleaning. Gently ease the shelf in the directions shown.

Adjustment of the door shelves can be made to accommodate varying heights of bottles and other containers. Store light items such as small cartons and jars on the door shelves. The bottle shelf can be used for the storage of heavier bottles.

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Standard guarantee conditions

We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:

The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.

The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturerÕs instructions.

The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us.

All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre. Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the CompanyÕs property.

This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.

Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.

Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are subject to rental agreements.

Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture which are not marketed by Tricity Bendix.

European Guarantee

If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:

The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.

The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of products.

This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.

Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.

The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal household.

The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances.

France Senlis +33 (0)3 44 62 28 28

Germany NŸrnberg +49 (0)911 323 2600

Italy Pordenone +39 (0)1678 47053

Sweden Stockholm +46 (0)20 78 77 50

UK Slough +44 (0)1735 219898

GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

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The freezer compartment

The four-star freezer compartment is suitable for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing fresh foods.

Freezing fresh food

When freezing fresh foods set the slider control to the ÒcoldÓ position and turn the thermostat control to a higher setting.

In any 24 hours you can freeze up to 6 kg.

Place food to be frozen in the upper drawer of the freezer as this is the coldest part.

After 24 hours reposition the slider control and thermostat control to previous setting.

Important

To ensure correct operation of the appliance do not use the appliance with the basket or drawers removed.

Thawing

Frozen food can be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature depending on the time available. Small food items may even be cooked from frozen; in this case cooking will take longer.

Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally should either be eaten as soon as possible or thrown away. Alternatively, if the food is uncooked and has not been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then refrozen.

Meat, fish and fruit should be thawed in the refrigerator compartment and small pieces of meat can even be cooked while still frozen, but you must ensure that it is thoroughly cooked through.

Vegetables should be directly immersed in boiling water; ready-cooked dishes can be placed directly in the oven in their aluminium wrapping.

A microwave oven is particularly suitable for thawing of frozen food: follow the oven instructions, particularly regarding the placement of aluminium wrapping or containers in the oven.

Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.

Frozen food storage

Frozen food can be stored in any basket or drawer of the freezer compartment, including the fast freeze compartment.

Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the manufacturer.

Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than is absolutely necessary.

Warning

Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks etc.), in the freezer compartment.

Ice Iollies, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer, can cause low temperature skin burns.

Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or Òfrost/freezer burnsÓ.

Attention!

In the event of a power failure - DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR, the food in the freezer will not be affected if the power cut is short and the freezer is full. If the temperature in the freezer rises, and the food begins to thaw, do not re-freeze the food without checking its conditions. The following guidelines should assist you. Ice-cream: once thawed should be discarded. Fruits & Vegetables: if soft should be cooked and

used up.

Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without danger. Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up

quickly. Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up. Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen providing there are still ice crystals remaining within them. Small Joints: should be cooked and can then be refrozen as cooked dishes. Chicken: should also be cooked and re-frozen as a cooked dish.

Making ice cubes

The appliance is provided with one or more trays for ice-cubes trays.

Fill the tray(s) 3/4 full to give the ice space to expand and place them in the freezer compartment.

To release the ice cubes simply give the tray a slight twist.

Do not use sharp or metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer.

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Normal Operating Sounds

The advanced design of todayÕs frost free appliances mean you hear unfamilar noises during everyday operation. The diagram below describes some of the noises you may hear. These are quite normal and mean your appliance is operating correctly

The thermostat control will click when starting or stopping the compressor.

Defrost water drips into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.

The automatic defrost timer sounds like an electric clock and clicks in and out of the defrost cycle.

The fan circulates cold air to cool the refrigerator and the freezer compartment and sounds like air blowing or a whirring sound.

The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coil makes a gurgling noise.

Water dropping on the defrost heater causes a hissing or popping sound during the defrost cycle.

The compressor will make a humming or pulsating sound while operating.

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¥ Keep the time between buying chilled food and

placing it in your fridge as short as possible. Tests showed that the temperature of 1 litre of orange juice rose to 22¡C in an hour between the supermarket and home. It then took 11 hours to get down to 7¡C in the refrigerator.

¥ Keep the refrigerator door closed as much as

possible.

¥ Do not push food together too much, try to allow

air to circulate around each item.

¥ Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do

NOT place in the refrigerator until cool. (Leave food in a cool place in order that it can then be put in the refrigerator as soon as possible).

¥ Do NOT mix raw and cooked meat, they must be

in separate containers. Take care not to let the meat juices drip onto other food. If the meat does drip, remove everything and clean thoroughly.

¥ Do not store food uncovered.

¥ The best way to defrost food is to put it in the

refrigerator to thaw slowly.

¥ Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and

clean (refer to ÒMaintenance and Cleaning).

¥ Never allow spillages to dry and harden.

¥ Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated

and labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best.

¥ It is important that food is used before its Òbest

beforeÓ date.

¥ Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the

refrigerator door. Discard any broken or chipped eggs.

¥ Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to

ensure that it is clean and free from debris.

¥ Always wash your hands with soapy water and

dry them with a clean towel before handling food.

¥ Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross

contamination by not using the same work surface or knife, without washing them thoroughly in between.

¥ The fresh foods to be frozen must be fresh and of

the best quality.

¥ The size of each pack should be small enough to

ensure that it is used in one go . Small packs freeze more quickly and uniformly and give better results.

¥ Frozen food, once thawed, must not be refrozen.

Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food, salt reduces the storage time.

¥ Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing

bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and provide an airtight seal .

¥ Packaging which is swollen or has traces of

refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate that the product has not been kept at a suitable temperature and that it may have lost its original quality. Partially thawed food must not be refrozen, it must be consumed within 24 hours. Never exceed the storage times indicated.

¥ Never place hot food, bottles or cans of fizzy

drink in the freezer as they may explode. Containers with a lid must not be filled to the brim.

¥ Do not open the door or place extra fresh food in

the freezer next to food which is already frozen as this could cause the temperature of the frozen food to rise and its quality and storage life to reduce .

¥ The symbols on the drawers show different types

of frozen goods.

The numbers indicate storage times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether the upper or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid depends on the quality of the foods and pre-treating before freezing.

HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been removed from many pre-prepared foods. This together with the changes in shopping habits to a once-a-week shop, mean that safe handling and storage of food is even more important than ever.

The following tips should help you to ensure that the food in your home is in as perfect condition as possible.

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

External cleaning

Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products.

An accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause excessive electricity consumption.

You MUST ensure that the appliance is switched OFF.

Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grill) and the compressor at the back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, see figure.

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Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.

Internal cleaning

Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly.

NEVER USE DETERGENTS, ABRASIVE POWDERS, HIGHLY PERFUMED CLEANING PRODUCTS OR WAX POLISHES, TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR AS THESE WILL DAMAGE THE SURFACE AND LEAVE A STRONG ODOUR.

Changing the light bulb

Should the interior light fail to work, first switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electricity supply, then replace the bulb as follows;

Unscrew the light cover and then pull it outward by pressing as shown in the figure. Unscrew the bulb and replace it with a new 15 watt bulb (available from your nearest Service Force Centre).

Replace the light cover by sliding it into its original position and replacing the screw.

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When the appliance is not in use

When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all foods and clean the appliance, leaving the doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.

Automatic Defrosting

Your appliance has been designed to be frost free. This means there is no need to defrost your appliance as this will be carried out automatically.

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SOMETHING NOT WORKING

Symptom

No power to the appliance

The light does not come on

The temperature in the fridge or freezer section is too high

The freezer door will not open

The compressor runs continously

Noise

Solution

Check there is power at the socket.

Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights.

Check the fuse has not blown.

Ensure that the bulb is correctly fitted.

Replace the bulb if it has blown.

Check the door light switch is not jammed.

Check the thermostat control knob in the fridge is turned to the correct setting relative to ambient conditions.

Check the ambient temperature is within the applianceÕs operating limits of 10¡C to 32¡C. Relocate the appliance if necessary.

Has door just been opened? If so leave for a few minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise.

Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct temperature control. See ÒSetting the temperatureÓ.

Check that the doors are closed.

Large quantities of food have recently been placed in the cabinet and/or door is frequently opened.

Check that air vents is not obstructed.

Refer to normal operating sounds.

Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points: Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or

installation a charge will be made, even if the appliance is under guarantee.

If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Service Force Centre.

In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.

Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in-guarantee service calls.

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SOMETHING NOT WORKING

Symptom

No power to the appliance

The light does not come on

The temperature in the fridge or freezer section is too high

The freezer door will not open

The compressor runs continously

Noise

Solution

Check there is power at the socket.

Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights.

Check the fuse has not blown.

Ensure that the bulb is correctly fitted.

Replace the bulb if it has blown.

Check the door light switch is not jammed.

Check the thermostat control knob in the fridge is turned to the correct setting relative to ambient conditions.

Check the ambient temperature is within the applianceÕs operating limits of 10¡C to 32¡C. Relocate the appliance if necessary.

Has door just been opened? If so leave for a few minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise.

Adjust the thermostat control knob to give correct temperature control. See ÒSetting the temperatureÓ.

Check that the doors are closed.

Large quantities of food have recently been placed in the cabinet and/or door is frequently opened.

Check that air vents is not obstructed.

Refer to normal operating sounds.

Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points: Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or

installation a charge will be made, even if the appliance is under guarantee.

If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Service Force Centre.

In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.

Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in-guarantee service calls.

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¥ Keep the time between buying chilled food and

placing it in your fridge as short as possible. Tests showed that the temperature of 1 litre of orange juice rose to 22¡C in an hour between the supermarket and home. It then took 11 hours to get down to 7¡C in the refrigerator.

¥ Keep the refrigerator door closed as much as

possible.

¥ Do not push food together too much, try to allow

air to circulate around each item.

¥ Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do

NOT place in the refrigerator until cool. (Leave food in a cool place in order that it can then be put in the refrigerator as soon as possible).

¥ Do NOT mix raw and cooked meat, they must be

in separate containers. Take care not to let the meat juices drip onto other food. If the meat does drip, remove everything and clean thoroughly.

¥ Do not store food uncovered.

¥ The best way to defrost food is to put it in the

refrigerator to thaw slowly.

¥ Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and

clean (refer to ÒMaintenance and Cleaning).

¥ Never allow spillages to dry and harden.

¥ Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated

and labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best.

¥ It is important that food is used before its Òbest

beforeÓ date.

¥ Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the

refrigerator door. Discard any broken or chipped eggs.

¥ Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to

ensure that it is clean and free from debris.

¥ Always wash your hands with soapy water and

dry them with a clean towel before handling food.

¥ Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross

contamination by not using the same work surface or knife, without washing them thoroughly in between.

¥ The fresh foods to be frozen must be fresh and of

the best quality.

¥ The size of each pack should be small enough to

ensure that it is used in one go . Small packs freeze more quickly and uniformly and give better results.

¥ Frozen food, once thawed, must not be refrozen.

Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food, salt reduces the storage time.

¥ Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing

bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and provide an airtight seal .

¥ Packaging which is swollen or has traces of

refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate that the product has not been kept at a suitable temperature and that it may have lost its original quality. Partially thawed food must not be refrozen, it must be consumed within 24 hours. Never exceed the storage times indicated.

¥ Never place hot food, bottles or cans of fizzy

drink in the freezer as they may explode. Containers with a lid must not be filled to the brim.

¥ Do not open the door or place extra fresh food in

the freezer next to food which is already frozen as this could cause the temperature of the frozen food to rise and its quality and storage life to reduce .

¥ The symbols on the drawers show different types

of frozen goods.

The numbers indicate storage times in months for the appropriate types of frozen goods. Whether the upper or lower value of the indicated storage time is valid depends on the quality of the foods and pre-treating before freezing.

HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been removed from many pre-prepared foods. This together with the changes in shopping habits to a once-a-week shop, mean that safe handling and storage of food is even more important than ever.

The following tips should help you to ensure that the food in your home is in as perfect condition as possible.

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SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS

CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT

In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre by telephoning:-

0870 5 929929

Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.

For further details please see the accompanying Customer Care Booklet.

Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading ÔSomething Not Working?

When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details:

1. Your name, address and post code

2. Your telephone number

3. Clear and concise details of the fault

4. The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate)

5. The purchase date

For general enquiries concerning your Tricity Bendix appliance or for further information on Tricity Bendix products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone as follows:-

Customer Care Department

Tricity Bendix

55-77 High Street

Slough

Berkshire

SLI IDZ

08705 950 950 *

* calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.

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The freezer compartment

The four-star freezer compartment is suitable for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing fresh foods.

Freezing fresh food

When freezing fresh foods set the slider control to the ÒcoldÓ position and turn the thermostat control to a higher setting.

In any 24 hours you can freeze up to 6 kg.

Place food to be frozen in the upper drawer of the freezer as this is the coldest part.

After 24 hours reposition the slider control and thermostat control to previous setting.

Important

To ensure correct operation of the appliance do not use the appliance with the basket or drawers removed.

Thawing

Frozen food can be thawed in the fridge or at room temperature depending on the time available. Small food items may even be cooked from frozen; in this case cooking will take longer.

Any frozen food which is allowed to thaw accidentally should either be eaten as soon as possible or thrown away. Alternatively, if the food is uncooked and has not been completely defrosted it can be cooked and then refrozen.

Meat, fish and fruit should be thawed in the refrigerator compartment and small pieces of meat can even be cooked while still frozen, but you must ensure that it is thoroughly cooked through.

Vegetables should be directly immersed in boiling water; ready-cooked dishes can be placed directly in the oven in their aluminium wrapping.

A microwave oven is particularly suitable for thawing of frozen food: follow the oven instructions, particularly regarding the placement of aluminium wrapping or containers in the oven.

Defrosted cooked food must never be refrozen.

Frozen food storage

Frozen food can be stored in any basket or drawer of the freezer compartment, including the fast freeze compartment.

Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the manufacturer.

Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than is absolutely necessary.

Warning

Do not put carbonated liquids, (fizzy drinks etc.), in the freezer compartment.

Ice Iollies, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer, can cause low temperature skin burns.

Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or Òfrost/freezer burnsÓ.

Attention!

In the event of a power failure - DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR, the food in the freezer will not be affected if the power cut is short and the freezer is full. If the temperature in the freezer rises, and the food begins to thaw, do not re-freeze the food without checking its conditions. The following guidelines should assist you. Ice-cream: once thawed should be discarded. Fruits & Vegetables: if soft should be cooked and

used up.

Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without danger. Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up

quickly. Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up. Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen providing there are still ice crystals remaining within them. Small Joints: should be cooked and can then be re- frozen as cooked dishes. Chicken: should also be cooked and re-frozen as a cooked dish.

Making ice cubes

The appliance is provided with one or more trays for ice-cubes trays.

Fill the tray(s) 3/4 full to give the ice space to expand and place them in the freezer compartment.

To release the ice cubes simply give the tray a slight twist.

Do not use sharp or metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer.

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