INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE FRIDGE-FREEZER
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
INSTALLATION
HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO DEFROST THE FREEZER
COMPARTMENT
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING THE FRIDGE-FREEZER
Your new appliance is a combined fridge-freezer
exclusively for domestic use.
freezer compartment
The
for freezing fresh and cooked food, making ice
cubes, and storing frozen and deep-frozen food;
defrosting is a manual procedure
refrigerator compartment
automatic defrost
of fresh food and beverages.
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
feature, is used for the storage
can be used
. The
, which has an
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Keep this handbook for future consultation
1.
After unpacking the appliance, make sure that
the doors shut properly. Any damage must be
reported to your dealer within 24 hours after
delivery of the appliance.
2.Wait at least two hours without moving the
appliance before switching on. This will give
the refrigerant circuit time to settle and
operate efficiently.
3.
Installation of the appliance and electrical
connections must be carried out by a qualified
electrician, in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and local regulations.
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.Appliance
The appliance is made using recyclable materials.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the
power cord. The appliance must be delivered to an
authorised collection centre for the recovery of
refrigerant gas.
Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced
with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a Isobutane). For more information, refer to the
identification data plate affixed to the appliance.
.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
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Use the
storing fresh food and beverages and use the
freezer compartment
food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.
•
Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the
appliance.
•
Do not store liquids in glass containers in the
freezer compartment - danger of bursting.
•
Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
after taking them out of the freezer
compartment - risk of "cold" burns.
•
Do not allow children to play or hide inside the
appliance - risk of becoming trapped and suffocating.
•
Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice
packs (if provided).
• Before servicing or cleaning the appliance,
unplug it from the mains or disconnect the
electrical power supply
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refrigerator compartment
only for storing frozen
.
only for
The power cable may only be replaced by an
authorised person.
•
After installation, make sure that the appliance is
not standing on the power supply cable.
Declaration of conformity
This appliance is intended to come into contact with
foodstuffs and conforms to D.L. 108 of 25.01.1992
(European Directive 89/109/EEC).
Information
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a)
Isobutane is a natural gas with low environmental
impact. Caution is required, however, since
isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to
ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.
INSTALLATION
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Install the appliance away from heat sources.
•
Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place.
•
Ensure that the appliance is level. Adjust the front feet if
necessary.
•
Leave at least 5 cm clearance above the appliance.
•
The sides of some models are extended at the rear so the
appliance can be placed directly against the rear wall.
Otherwise, fit the spacers (if supplied) on the upper part of
the condenser at the rear of the appliance. For models
without spacer walls, the distance between the unit and the
wall must be at least 4.5 cm.
•
Clean the inside (see chapter “Care and Maintenance”).
•
Fit the accessories supplied.
•
Remove the compressor locking pin (on selected models
only).
Electrical Connection
•
Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local
regulations.
•
Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data plate
corresponds to the domestic supply voltage.
• Regulations require that the appliance is earthed.
The Manufacturer declines all liabilities for injury to
persons or animals or damage to property resulting
from failure to observe these regulations.
•
If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the
socket replaced by a qualified electrician
•
Do not use extension cables, multiple sockets or adapters.
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