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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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