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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.........................................PAGE 194
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION
USE OF ICE MAKER AND WATER DISPENSER
WATER FILTER (SELECT MODELS)
GUIDE TO INTERNAL COMPONENTS
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GUIDE TO STORAGE AND THAWING OF
FOOD........................................................................................PAGE 206
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING...........................................PAGE 208
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE/AFTER-SALES
SERVICE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
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INSTALLATION.................................................................PAGE 211
WATER CONNECTION............................................................PAGE 218
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION..................................................PAGE 219
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
• Your new appliance is designed exclusively for
domestic use
To get the most out of your new appliance,
read the user handbook thoroughly. The
handbook contains a description of the
appliance and useful tips for storing food.
Keep this handbook for future consultation.
1. After unpacking, make sure that the appliance
is undamaged and that the door closes
properly. Any damage must be reported to
your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of
the appliance.
2. Wait at least two hours before switching the
appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant
circuit is fully efficient.
3. Installation of the appliance and electrical
connections must be carried out by a qualified
engineer, in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and local safety
regulations.
4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
1. Packing
The packaging material is entirely recyclable,
and marked with the recycling symbol. Follow
local regulations for scrapping. Keep the
packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene
parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are
potentially dangerous.
2. Scrapping
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable
material.
This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
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 this product.
The symbol M. on the product, or on the
documents accompanying the product, indicates
that this appliance 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.
Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable
by cutting off the power cable and removing the
doors and shelves so that children cannot easily
climb inside the appliance.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste
disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to
an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended
even for a few days, since it is potentially
dangerous for children. For more detailed
information about treatment, recovery and
recycling of this product, please contact your
local city office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
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Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced
with Rl 34a).
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a):
isobutane is a naturally occurring, low
environmental impact gas. Caution is required,
however, because isobutane is flammable.
Therefore, it is essential to ensure that
refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.
Declaration of conformity
• This appliance is designed to store food and is
manufactured in conformity with European
Directive 90/128/EEC, 02/72/EEC and
Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004
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• This appliance is designed, manufactured, and
retailed in compliance with:
- the safety objectives of the Low Voltage
Directive 73/23/EEC;
- the protection requirements of the “EMC”
Directive 89/336/EEC
amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.
• The electrical safety of the appliance can only
be guaranteed if the product is connected to
an approved earth connection.
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Use the refrigerator compartment only for
storing fresh food and beverages and use the
freezer compartment only for storing frozen
food, freezing fresh food and making ice
cubes.
After installation, make sure that the
appliance is not standing on the power supply
cable.
Do not store glass containers with liquids in
the freezer since they may burst.
Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
after taking them out of the freezer since they
may cause cold burns.
Before carrying out any maintenance or
cleaning, always unplug the appliance or
disconnect the power supply.
Make sure that your appliance is not near a
heat source.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. The fumes can
create a fire hazard or explosion.
To ensure proper ventilation, leave a gap on
both sides and above the appliance.
Ensure that the vent outlets on the appliance
casing or housing unit are unobstructed in
order to allow correct air circulation.
All appliances equipped with an ice maker or
water dispenser must be connected to a
mains water supply that delivers potable
water only (with water pressure between 2.4
and 8.3 bar (35 and 120 PSI)). Ice makers and/
or water dispensers not directly connected to
a mains water supply must be filled with
potable water only.
Install and level the appliance on a floor strong
enough to take its weight and in an area
suitable for its size and use.
Install the appliance in a dry and wellventilated place The appliance is set for
operation at specific ambient temperature
ranges, according to the climatic class
indicated on the data plate: The appliance may
not work properly if it is left for a long period
at a temperature above or below the
indicated 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 18 to 38 From 64 to 100
T From 18 to 43 From 64 to 110
Be careful not to damage the floors when you
move the appliance (e.g. parquet flooring).
Do not use mechanical devices or any means
other than those recommended by the
manufacturer to speed up the defrosting
process.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the
freezer compartments, unless such appliances
are specifically recommended by the
manufacturer.
This appliance is not designed for use by
young children or the infirm.
To avoid the risk of children being trapped
and therefore suffocating, do not allow them
to play or hide inside the appliance.
The power cable may only be replaced by an
authorized person.
Do not use extension leads or adapters.
It must be possible to disconnect the
appliance from the mains by unplugging it or
by means of a two-pole switch fitted upline of
the socket.
Ensure that the voltage indicated on the
appliance data plate corresponds to the
domestic supply voltage
Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the
ice packs (if provided).
Do not place fingers or hands on the
automatic ice making mechanism while the
refrigeration is plugged in. This will help
protect you from possible injury. It will also
prevent interference with moving parts of the
ejector mechanism and the heating element
that releases the cubes.
To prevent accidental child entrapment or
suffocation risk, do not remove the divider in
the top freezer basket.
Do not turn the ice maker on until it is
connected to the water supply.
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CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION
The control Panel is located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment.
Temperature Controls
For your convenience, your temperature controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your
refrigerator, make sure the controls are still set to the recommended set points as shown.
Recommended Settings
Warmer
Colder
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IMPORTANT:
• Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool
completely before adding food. If you add food
before the refrigerator has cooled completely,
your food may spoil.
• If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the
refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to
be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the
controls. See “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation”.
To Turn Your appliance Off/On:
• Press the freezer (+) touch pad repeatedly until
“OFF” appears in the freezer display. Allow a few
seconds for the refrigerator to shut off. Neither
compartment will cool.
• Press either the refrigerator or freezer (-) touch
pad to turn on the appliance.
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FREEZER
Warmer
Colder
REFRIGERATOR
Adjusting Controls
The REFRIGERATOR control adjusts the
refrigerator compartment temperature. The
FREEZER control adjusts the freezer compartment
temperature. If you need to adjust the temperature
in either the refrigerator or freezer compartment,
use the settings listed in the chart as a guide.
To Adjust Set Point Temperatures:
• Press the (+) or (-) touch pads until the desired
temperature set point is displayed.
NOTE: Except when first turning on the refrigerator,
do not adjust either temperature control more than
one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours for the
temperature to stabilize between adjustments.
Warmer
Colder
REFRIGERATOR
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Fast Cooling & Fast Freezing
The Fast Cooling & Fast Freezing feature assists with periods of high refrigerator
use, full grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures.
• Press the Fast Cooling & Fast Freezing touch pad to set the freezer and
refrigerator to the lowest temperature settings. Press the Fast Cooling & Fast
Freezing touch pad again to return to the normal refrigerator set point.
NOTE: The Fast Cooling & Fast Freezing feature will automatically shut off in
approximately 12 hours.
Quick Ice
The Quick Ice Feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by increasing
ice production.
• Press the Quick Ice Feature touch pad to set the freezer to the lowest
temperature setting. Press the Quick Ice Feature touch pad again to return to the
normal freezer set point.
NOTE: The Quick Ice Feature will automatically shut off in approximately 24
hours.
Vacation Mode
In Vacation Mode, the freezer will not automatically defrost as often to conserve
energy.
• Press the Vacation Mode touch pad until the indicator light is lit to turn on this
feature. Press the Vacation Mode touch pad again or open the refrigerator door
to turn off this feature.
NOTE: The refrigerator door may be opened within I hour of setting Vacation
Mode without turning off the feature.
Temp Alarm
The Temperature Alarm combines power outage and warm alarm features.
Power Outage
During a power outage, if the temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments exceed normal operating temperatures, the highest temperature
reached will be displayed.
• Press the Temp Alarm touch pad until the indicator light is lit,to turn on this
feature. Press and hold Temp Alarm for 3 seconds until the indicator light goes
off to turn off this feature.
Fast Cooling
S. Fast Freezing
Quick
Ice
Vacation
Mode
Temp.
Alarm
Warm Alarm
An alarm will sound repeatedly if the freezer or refrigerator compartment
temperatures exceed normal operating temperatures for an hour or more.
The temperature displays will alternately show the current temperatures and the
highest temperatures the compartments reached when the power was out.
Press the Temp Alarm touch pad once to stop the audible alarm and alternating
temperature displays. The Temp Alarm light will continue to flash until the
refrigerator temperature stabilizes.
Door Alarm
The Door Alarm feature sounds a chime every few seconds when the refrigerator
door has been left open for 5 continuous minutes.
The chime will sound until the door is closed or Door Alarm is turned off.
Press the Door Alarm touch pad to turn this feature on or off. The indicator light
will be lit when the Door Alarm feature is on.
Water Filter Status Lights and Filter Reset (select models)
The water filter status light will help you know when to change the water filter.
When the yellow (Qrder) light is on, it is almost time to change the water filter.
When the red (Replace) light is on, a new water filter should be installed. See
“Water Filtration System.”
After replacing the water filter, press and hold FILTER RESET for 3 seconds until
the Qrder or Replace light turns off.
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Water Dispenser
(select models)
If you did not flush the water system when the refrigerator was first
installed, dispense water into a container until you draw and discard 8
to 12 L (2 to 3 gal.) or for approximately 6 to 7 minutes after the water
begins dispensing. The water you draw and discard rinses the pipes.
Allow several hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.
Dispensing Water
1. Hold a container under the dispenser while pressing the button.
2. Release the button to stop dispensing.
NOTE: Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh
supply.
User Preferences
The control center allows you to set user preferences, if desired.
Temperature Display (C_F)
This preference allows you to change the temperature display.
C - Temperature in degrees Celsius
F - Temperature in degrees Fahrenheit
Alarm (AL)
This preference allows you to turn off the sound of all alarms.
ON - You will hear the alarm sound.
OFF - You will not hear the alarm sound.
Sabbath Mode (SAB)
IMPORTANT: This preference does not disable interior lights.
ON - All control panel lights will be disabled.
OFF - All control panel lights will be enabled.
NOTE: Press any touch pad on the control panel to restore the
control panel lights.
To Access the User Preferences Menu:
1. Press and hold the Door Alarm touch pad for 3 seconds. The
preference name will appear in the Freezer display and the
preference status (C or F) or (ON or OFF) will appear in the
Refrigerator display.
2. Use the Freezer (+) or (-) touch pads to scroll through the
preference names. When the desired preference name is displayed,
press the Refrigerator (+) or (-) touch pads to change the
preference status.
3. Set your preferences by pressing and holding the Door Alarm touch
pad for 3 seconds, or by shutting the refrigerator compartment door.
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USE OF ICE MAKER AND WATER DISPENSER
Automatic Ice Maker
Connect the ice maker to the water supply as instructed. Proper
water flow and a level refrigerator are essential for optimal ice
maker performance.
Ice Maker Operation
• To turn ice maker On push arm down from locked position.
• Lift arm up and lock into position to turn ice maker Off.
Operating Instructions
• Confirm ice bin is in place and ice maker arm is down.
• After freezer section reaches between -17" to -18" C (2" to 0" F),
ice maker fills with water and begins operating. You will have a
complete harvest of ice approximately every three hours.
• Allow approximately 24 hours after installation to receive first
harvest of ice.
• Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operation to assure
system is flushed of impurities.
• Stop ice production by raising ice maker arm until click is heard.
• Ice maker will remain in the off position until arm is pushed down.
• The first one or two batches will probably contain undersized and
irregular cubes because of air in the supply line.
• When the ice cubes are ejected it is normal for several cubes to be
joined together at the ends. They can easily be broken apart.
The ice maker will continue to make ice until the supply of ice cubes
raises the ice maker arm, shutting the ice maker off.
• Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of the ice maker.
The motor may have a slight hum, the cubes will rattle as they fall
into an empty storage pan and the water valve may click or “buzz”
occasionally.
• If the ice is not used frequently, the ice cubes will become cloudy,
shrink, stick together and taste stale. Empty the ice storage bin
periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. Be sure to dry the bin
thoroughly before replacing it.
• Beverages and foods should not be placed in the ice storage bin for
quick chilling. These items can block the ice maker arm, causing the
ice maker to malfunction.
• Turn off (arm up) the ice maker when the water supply is to be shut
off for several hours.
To Remove the Ice Bin:
• Pull it forward, away from the ice maker. To avoid the ice maker
dumping ice while the bin is removed, turn the ice maker off by
raising the ice maker arm.
To Install the Ice Bin:
• Reverse the above procedure. Turn the ice maker on by lowering
the ice maker arm.
Water Dispenser (select models)
• The Water Dispenser is located on the left side wall of the fresh
food section. This design is for cold water dispensing only.
To Dispense Water:
• Hold container under spout and press dispenser pad.
WATER FILTER (SELECT MODELS)
Water Filter Removal and Installation
If your appliance must be connected to the mains water supply to
operate the water dispenser and/or ice maker, it must be a water
supply which delivers potable water only. Ice makers not connected
to a mains water supply must be filled with potable water only.
Initial Installation
The water filter is located in the upper right-hand corner of the fresh
food compartment.
1. Remove blue bypass cap and retain for later use.
2. Remove sealing label from end of filter and insert into filter head.
3. Rotate gently clockwise until filter stops. Snap filter cover closed.
4. Reduce water spurts by flushing air from system. Run water
continuously for two minutes through dispenser until water runs
steady. During initial use, allow about a one- to two-minute delay in
water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.
• Additional flushing may be required in some households where
water is of poor quality.
Replacing Water Filter
IMPORTANT: Air trapped in system may cause water and
cartridge to eject. Always dispense water for at least 2 minutes
before removing the filter for any reason. Use caution when
removing.
I .Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from filter head.
2. Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose in normal household
trash.
3. Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue with Initial
Installation, steps 2 through 4.
IMPORTANT: Condit ion of water and amount used determines life
span of water filter cartridge. If water use is high, or if water is of poor
quality, replacement may need to take place more often.
To purchase a replacement water filter cartridge, contact your dealer.
The dispenser feature may be used without a water filter cartridge. If
you choose this option, replace filter with blue bypass cap.
NOTES:
1. The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure to have replacement
cartridge available when filter change is required.
2. If water filtration system has been allowed to freeze, replace filter
cartridge.
3. If system has not been used for several months, or water has an
unpleasant taste or odor, flush system by dispensing water for two
to three minutes. If unpleasant taste or odor persists, change filter
cartridge.
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