UPO R1410F User Manual [fi]

MODEL: R1410F

Refrigerator - Freezer EN

Thank you for your trust and for buying this appliance. We hope it will

successfully serve the purpose for many years.

Refrigerator with freezer is for domestic use
only.

The lower part of the appliance is
refrigerator and is used for storing fresh foods

at the temperature of 0°C and higher.

Before Putting Into Use.........................1

Instructions for Use
We Care for the Environment
Tips for Energy Savings

Important ...............................................2

Disposing of the Worn Out Appliance

Placing and Installation.........................4

Choosing the Right Place
Connection to Power Supply

Description of the Appliance ................5

Operation Control.................................5

Use...........................................................6

Storing Fresh Foods

The upper part is freezer and is used for
freezing fresh foods and storing frozen foods for
longer periods of time (up to one year,
depending on the kind of foods you store). The
compartment is marked with four stars..

Freezing Fresh Foods
Storing Frozen Foods
Defrosting Frozen Food
How to make ice cubes

Changing the Direction of Opening the

Door ........................................................8

Maintenance and Cleaning...................9

Automatic Defrosting of the Refrigerator
Manual Defrosting of the Frezing
Compartment
Cleaning the Appliance
Switch Off the Appliance When Not In Use

Trouble-Shooting Guide......................10

Before Putting Into Use

• Before connecting the appliance to the mains
supply, leave it stand for about 2 hours,
which will reduce a possibility of malfunctions
in the cooling system due to transport
handling.

• Clean the appliance, and be thorough,
especially in the interior (See Cleaning and
Maintenance).

• In case the interior accessories are not
correctly placed, rearrange them as
described in chapter Description of the
Appliance.

Instructions for Use

These instructions for use are intended for the
user. They describe the appliance and its
correct and safe use. They were prepared for
various types of refrigerators therefore you
might find in it some functions that do not apply
to your appliance and description of the

Instructions for Use

accesories that your appliance does not
include.

We Care for the Environment

• Our appliances are distributed in packaging
made of environmental friendly material
which could safely be recycled, disposed off
or destroyed, with no effects on the nature
whatsoever.

• These instructions are printed either on
recycled paper or chlorine free bleached
paper.

• When your appliance finally wears out,
please try not to burden the environment with
it; call your nearest authorised service agent.
(See Disposing of the Worn Out Appliance).

Tips for Energy Savings

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Instructions for Use

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WARNI NG! Ventilation openings on the
applianc e or
built-in c upboard must be kept clean and
unobstru cted
at all times .
WARNI NG! Do not use any mechanical

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accessor ies or
other meth ods to defrost the ap pliance,
except for t hose expressly re commended
by the manuf acturer.

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WARNI NG! During installation, clean ing,
and remova l of appliance, be careful not to
damage the i nsulation of the parts of the
cooling sy stem. This will also prev ent
pollutio n.
WARNI NG! Do not use any electric devices

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inside the a ppliance, except for those allow ed
by the manuf acturer of this ref rigeration
applianc e.

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 thisproduct. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.

Disposing of the Worn Out Appliance

When your appliance finally wears out,

dispose it of. If the appliance has a lock,
break it, in order to prevent eventual
accidents (danger of children get locked
inside the appliance).

• The refrigerating system of the appliance is
filled with refrigerant and insulating
substances which should be separately
treated and processed. Call your nearest
authorised service agent or specialised
servicing centre. If you don't find one, contact
your local authorities or your distributor. Be
careful not to damage the tubes on the rear
wall of the appliance (danger of pollution).

Instructions for Use

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Placing and Installation

Choosing the Right Place

Place the appliance in a dry and regularly
ventilated room. Allowed ambient temperature

• The appliance with ventilation grid may be
placed close to the wall. The grid enables
sufficient air circulation, required for
adequate ventilation of the rear wall.

depends on the model (class) of the appliance
and is stated on the rating plate of the
appliance. Never place the appliance near heat
emitting devices (e.g. cooker, radiator, water
heater or similar devices) and do not expose it
to direct sunlight. The appliance should be
positioned at least 3 cm away from the electric
or gas cooker and at least 30 cm away from the
oil or coal stove. If this is not possible, use an
appropriate insulation. Behind the appliance
there should be free space at least 200 cm

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wide and above the appliance the high kitchen
units should be at least 5 cm away from the
appliance in order to assure adequate
ventilation of the condenser unit.

Class Ambient temparature

SN (subnormal)
N (normal)
ST (sub-tropical)
T (tropical)

from + 10°C to + 32°C
from + 16°C to + 32°C
from + 16°C to + 38°C
from + 16°C to + 43°C

Connection to Power Supply

Connect the appliance with the cable and plug
to the power supply socket outlet with a ground
terminal (safety socket). Required nominal
voltage and frequency are indicated on the
rating plate. The connection to the mains
supply and earthing have to be made according
to current standards and regulations. The
appliance resists temporary voltage tolerance
up to -6 to +6 %

Location

• Place the appliance horizontally and firmly
on a solid base. Level the appliance with two
adjustable feet located on the front of the
appliance.

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Description of the Appliance

1. Butter/cheese compartments with flap and
egg storage insert

2. Door storage compartment

3. Bottle shelf

4. Vegetable drawers

Operation Control

Insert the plug of the connection lead into the
plug socket with protective earth contact. When
the refrigerator compartment door is opened,
the internal lighting is switched on.
The temperature selector knob is located on the
RH side of the refrigerator compartment.
Setting “0”means: Off.
Turning clockwise in direction “1” Refrigerating
unit on, the latter then operating automatically.
Setting” 1”meants: Highest temperature,
warmest setting.
Setting “7”(end-stop) means: Lowest
temperature, coldest setting.
The temperatures in the refrigerator
compartment and freezer compartment
cannot be independently regulated.
At a low ambient temperature of around 16°C ,
s etting"1" should be selected. At ambient
temperatures of around 25°C, select setting"2".
If you require a lower temperature, select
setting "3"or"4" . On this setting , you can be
sure the fresh food will be reliably frozen and
that
a storage temperature of -18°C will be
maintained in the freezer compartment.

Instructions for Use

5. Storage shelves

6. Temperature regulator and light switch

7. Freezer compartment

8. Rating plate

If you want the freeze fresh food rapidly, select
setting "7",ensuring that the temperature in the
refrigerator compartment does not drop below
0°C. You should also promptly reset the
temperature regulator to setting "3"or"4" .

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Important!

High ambient temperatures (e.g. on hot summer
days) and a cold setting on the temperature
regulator (position"6"to "7") can cause the
compressor to run continuously.
Reason: when the ambient temperature is high,
the compressor must run continuously to maintain
the low temperature in the appliance. The fridge
will not be able to defrost since automatic

Use

Storing Fresh Foods

Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed
food, correct temperature and taking into account
hygienic precautions will substantially influence
the quality of the food stored.

• Foods to be stored in the refrigerator should be
properly packed as to prevent mixing various
moisture degrees and odors (in polyethylene
bags or sheet, aluminium foil, wax paper, or
stored in covered containers or bottles).

• Before storing food in the refrigerator,
remove the excessive packaging (like
yoghurt in multi-package).

• Pack systematically and make sure that
foodstuffs do not touch each other (various
odours may mix). Assure adequate air
circulation around packages.

• Never store inflammable, volatile or
explosive substances.

• Beverages with high alcohol percentage
shall be stored in tightly sealed bottles in
vertical position.

• Food should not touch the rear wall of the
refrigerator!

• Foods should be cooled down before storing.

defrosting of the fridge is only possible when the
compressor is not running (see also "Defrosting"
section). The result is the build up of a thick layer
of frost on the fridge rear wall.
If this happens, turn the temperature regulator
back to a warmer setting (position "3"to "4"). At
this setting the compressor will be switched on
and off as usual and automatic defrosting
recommenced.

• Crispy and delicate foods should be stored in
the coldest parts of the refrigerator.

• Try not to open the door too often.

• Set the thermostat to the setting where lowest

temperatures are reached. Set the thermostat
gradually as to avoid freezing of the foods.
Use a thermometer and measure the
temperature in the individual compartments.
Place the thermostat in a glass vessel filled
with water. Temperature readings are most
reliable few hour after steady state is reached.

• Some organic solutions like volatile oils in
lemon and orange peel, acid in butter etc. can
cause damages when in contact with plastic
surfaces or gaskets for longer period of time.

• Unpleasant odor inside the refrigerator is a sign
that something is wrong with foods or that your
refrigerator needs cleaning. Unpleasant odor
can be eliminated or reduced by washing the
interior of the refrigerator with a mild solution of
water and vinegar. We also recommend using
activated carbon filters to clean the air or to
neutralize odors.

• If you plan a longer journey, make sure to
remove quickly perishable articles of food out
of the appliance before you leave.

Fresh Food Storage Time in the Refrigerator

Article of food Storage time (days)

Butter + ++++++ =====
Eggs + ++++++ +++====
Meat: fresh uncut + + =
chopped + =
smoked + ++++++ +++====
Fish + =
Marinade + + + + + + + + + + = = = =
Root + ++++++ +======
Cheese + + + + = = = = = = = = = =
Sweets + +====
Fruit + +===== ===
Prepared dishes + + = =

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

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Legend: + reccomended storage time = possible storage
time

Freezing Fresh Foods

• Carefully select food you intend to freeze;
it should be of adequate quality and
suitable for freezing.

• Use correct packaging and wrap it right.

− The packaging should be air tight

and shouldn't leak since this could
cause substantial vitamin loss and
dehydration of foods.

− Foils and bags should be soft enough
to tightly wrap around the foods.

• Mark packages with following data: kind and
amount of foods and the date of loading.

• It is most important that the food is frozen
as quickly as possible. Therefore we
recommend the size of the package not to
be too large and to be cooled before
loading into the freezer.

• The amount of fresh foods that can be
loaded in the freezer within 24 hours is
indicated on the rating plate (freezing

Approximate Storage Time of Frozen Foods

Food Storage time (in months)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Vegetable + + +
Fruit + + +
Bread, pastries +
Milk +
Ready-made meals +
Meat: Beef + + +
Veal + + +
Pork + + +
Poultry + + +
Game + + +
Minced
meat
Smoked sausages +
Fish: lean +
fat +
Offal +

+

Defrosting Frozen Food

Partially thawed or defrosted foods should be
used as soon as possible. Cold air preserves
the food but it does not destroy microorganisms
which rapidly activate after defrosting and make
foods perishable. Partial defrosting reduces the

capacity). If the loaded amount is too
large, the quality of freezing is reduced
which affects the quality of frozen foods

Storing Frozen Foods

Frozen foods can be stored on the bottom of
the appliance or on the shelf.

Commercially Frozen Foods

The storage time and the recommended
temperature for storing commercially frozen
foods are indicated on the packaging. For
storing and using consider the manufacturer's
instruction. When shopping, be careful and
choose only adequately packed foods
provided with complete data and stored in
freezers where the temperature is not higher
than -18°C. Do not buy packages of food
covered with frost layer. This indicates that the
package was thawed before at least once. Be
careful that packages don't start to thaw, as
the temperature raise reduces the quality of
foods.

nutritional value of foods, especially of fruits,
vegetables and ready-made meals.

How to make ice cubes

(certain models only)

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Recommended thermostat position for ice
making is on the middle setting. Fill two thirds
of the ice tray with cold water or any other liquid
convenient for freezing. Insert the ice tray into
the guides or on the cooling plate.
Time required for the ice to form, largely
depends on ambient temperature, thermostat
setting and on how often you open the door.
It usually takes 2-6 hours (depends on which
model of refrigerator you have). With smaller
refrigerators we recommend you make a stock

of ice cubes (store them in a separate plastic
box). The easiest way to empty the ice tray is to
turn the tray around, pour it with cold water and
slightly twist it (bend it).

Changing the Direction of Opening the Door

The side at which the door opens can be
changed from the right side (as supplied) to the
left side, if the installation site requires.

Warning! When changing the side at which the
door opens, the appliance must not be
connected to the mains. Remove plug from the
mains beforehand.

• Tilt the appliance slightly towards the rear
and prop it securely.

• Unscrew the door hinge screws and remove
the hinge pin bracket .

• Open the door a little way and take it out
downwards.

• Unscrew the upper pin and screw it into place
on the opposite side.

• Fit the door into the upper pin and close it.

• Screw the hinge pin bracket securely into

place on the opposite side using the screws.

Changing over the freezer compartment
door

Open the freezer compartment door a little way.
Using a small screwdriver, press the spring in
the opening of the lower door bearing slightly
upwards and take the door bearing
out complete with the door.

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• Position the covering cap (M) on the
opposite side.

• Turn the freezer compartment door
through 180 and fit the lower door bearing
into the lower bearing cavity of the freezer
compartment door.

• Lift the freezer compartment door a little
way upwards, fit it into the upper door
bearing, and at the same time insert the
lower door bearing into the square hole.

• Small upward and downward adjustments
of the freezer compartment door will make
fitting easier.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Automatic Defrosting of the
Refrigerator

There is no need to defrost the refrigerator,
because ice depositing on the inner back wall
is defrosted automatically. Ice is depositing on
the inner back wall during the compressor
operation; later on, when the compressor is not
operating ice is defrosting and water drops
collect and drain through the outlet in the inner
back wall into the drain pan situated above the
compressor, from where it evaporates.

Manual Defrosting of the Frezing
Compartment

When the frost and ice layer in the frezing
compartment is 3-5 mm thick, you should clean
the freezer.

• Turn the thermostat knob to STOP (0)
position, and disconnect the power supply.

Instructions for Use

Empty the compartment and take care that
the packages remain frozen.

• Put a suitable vessel under the frezing
compartment to collect the defrost water.
Leave the door of the compartment open to
accelerate defrosting.

• Avoid using defrosting sprays, as they may
cause damage to the plastic parts and may
be hazardous to health.

Cleaning the Appliance

Disconnect the power supply before cleaning
the appliance.
Do not use coarse or aggressive cleaning
agents as you can damage the surface. Be
careful to remove any cleanser agent remaining
after cleaning.

• Clean the exterior with water and detergent.

• Varnished surfaces are cleaned with soft

cloth and an alcohol based cleaning agent
(for example glass cleaners). You may also
use alcohol (ethanol or isoprophylic alcohol).

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• The application of abrasive and specially
aggressive cleaners, such as the stainless
steel cleaners, is not appropriate for the
cleaning of plastic and coated parts.

• Remove the detachable accessories in the
interior of the appliance and clean it with
water and liquid detergent. Plastic parts
cannot be washed in washing machine.

• Wash the interior of the appliance with
lukewarm water, in which you added one or
two spoonfuls of vinegar.

• Do not forget to clean also the defrost water
receptacle above the refrigerator
compressor (do not remove the receptacle).

Trouble-Shooting Guide

After cleaning, connect the appliance to power
supply and reload it.

Switch Off the Appliance When Not In
Use

If you do not intend to use the appliance for a
longer period, set the thermostat knob to the
STOP (0) position, disconnect the power
supply, take out the foods and defrost and
clean the appliance. Leave the door slightly
open.

During the service, you can come across some
troubles that in most cases result from
improper handling of the appliance and can
easy be eliminated.

The Appliance Fails to Operate After
Connecting to the Mains Supply

• Check the supply in the outlet socket and
make sure the appliance is switched on
(thermostat knob in operating position).

Continuous Operation of the Refrigerating
System

• the door was frequently opened or it was left
opened for too long;

• the door is not properly closed (the door may
sag, the gasket may be polluted or
damaged);

• perhaps you have overloaded the appliance
with fresh foods;

• The reason may be inadequate ventilation of
the compressor and condenser (assure
adequate air circulation and wipe off the
condenser);

Ice Formation on the Inner Rear Wall

As long as the defrost water runs to the
channel and through the outlet to the drain pan
on the compressor, automatic defrosting of the
appliance is assured. In case the ice formation
on the inner back wall is increased (3-5 mm),
ice should be manually defrosted.
Set the thermostat knob to STOP (0) position
and leave the door open. Never use electric

devices for defrosting and do not scrape the ice
or frost layer with sharp objects.
After completed defrosting, turn the knob to
desired position and close the refrigerator door.
The cause of increased ice formation may be
one of the following:

− the door does not seal well (clean the
gasket if it is contaminated, or replace it
if it is damaged);

− the door was frequently opened or it
was left opened for too long;

− the food stored in the refrigerator was
warm;

− the food or dish is touching the inner
back wall.

Water is Leaking From the Refrigerator

In case the discharge water outlet is clogged,
or the defrost water drips over the channel,
water leaks from the refrigerator.

• Clean the clogged opening, for example with
a plastic straw.

• Manually defrost the increased ice layer. See
Ice Formation on the Inner Back Wal.

Noise

Cooling in refrigerating-freezing appliances is
enabled by the cooling system with
compressor, which produces noise. How noisy
the appliance is depends on where it is placed,
how it is used and how old the appliance is.

• During the operation of the compressor the
noise of liquid is heard and when the

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Instructions for Use

• compressor is not operating, the refrigerant
flow is heard. This is a normal condition and
it has no influence whatsoever on the lifetime
of the appliance.

• After starting the appliance, the operation
of the compressor and the refrigerant flow
may be louder, which does not mean that
something is wrong with the appliance and it
has no influence on the lifetime of the
appliance. Gradually the noise is reduced.

• Sometimes unusual and stronger noise is
heard, which is rather unusual for the
appliance. This noise is often a consequence
of inadequate placing.

− The appliance shall be placed and
levelled firmly on solid base.

− It should not touch the wall or kitchen
units standing next to it.

− Check the accesories in the interior of
the appliance, they should be placed
correctly in their positions; also check
the bottles, tins and other vessels that
might touch each other and rattle.

Changing the light bulb

Warning!
There is a risk of electric shocks! Before
changing the light bulb, switch off the appliance
and unplug it, or pull the fuse or the circuit
breaker.
Light bulb data:220~240 V, max. 15 W

• To switch off the appliance, turn the
temperature regulator to position “0”.

• Unplug the mains plug. To change the light
bulb, undo the screw.

• Pull the lower part of the light bulb cover to
unlock lamp cover.

• Change the defective light bulb.

• Refit the light bulb cover and the screw.

• Put the refrigerator back into operation.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE SPECIFICATIONS WITH NO

INFLUENCE ON THE OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE.

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