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INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
HOW THE APPLIANCE WORKS
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
INSTALLATION
DOOR REVERSIBILITY
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
• Your new appliance is designed to be used in
the household and similar applications such as:
- kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments
- farm houses
- by clients in hotels, motels, residences, bed
& breakfasts.
To get the most out of your new appliance,
read the user handbook carefully. It contains
a description of the appliance as well as
useful tips.
Keep this handbook for future consultation.
1.After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is
not damaged and that the door closes properly.
Any damage must be reported to the dealer
within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance.
2.Wait at least two hours before switching the
appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant
circuit is fully efficient.
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 safety
regulations.
4.Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
1.Packing
The packaging material is 100% recyclable
and carries the recycling symbol. For disposal,
comply with the local regulations.
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children,
as they are a potential source of danger.
2.Scrapping/Disposal
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable
material.
This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/CE on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By
ensuring that this product is correctly disposed
of, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and the
health of people.
The symbol on the appliance, or on the
accompanying documents, indicates that this
appliance should not be treated as domestic waste
but must be taken to a special collection centre for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable
by cutting off the power cable and removing the
doors and shelves so that children cannot easily
climb inside and become trapped. Scrap the
appliance in compliance with local regulations on
waste disposal, taking it to a special collection
centre; do not leave the appliance unattended
even for a few days, since it is a potential hazard
for children. For further information on the
treatment, scrapping and recycling of this
product, contact your competent local office, the
household waste collection service or the shop
where you purchased the appliance.
Note:
this appliance does not contain CFCs. The
refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFCs) or
R600a (HCs), see the rating plate inside the
appliance.
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): Isobutane is a
natural gas with low environmental impact.
Caution is required, however, since isobutane is
flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant
circuit pipes are not damaged.
This product mat contain fluorinated greenhouse
gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol; the
refrigerant gas is contained in a hermetically
sealed system. Refrigerant gas: R134a has a global
warming potential (GWP) of 1300.
Declaration of conformity
This product has been designed for preserving food
and is manufactured in compliance with Regulation
(CE) No. 1935/2004.
This appliance has been designed, manufactured
and marketed in compliance with:
• the safety objectives prescribed in the Low
Voltage Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaced
Directive 73/23/CEE as amended);
• the protection requirements of Directive
“EMC” 2004/108/EC.
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
INSTALLATION
• The appliance must be handled and installed
by two or more persons.
• Be careful not to damage the floors when you
move the appliance (e.g. parquet flooring).
• During installation, make sure the appliance
does not damage the power cable.
• Make sure the appliance is not near a heat
source.
• To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a
space on both sides and above the appliance
and follow the installation instructions.
• Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.
• Do not damage the appliance refrigerant
circuit pipes.
• Install and level the appliance on a floor strong
enough to take its weight and in a place
suitable for its size and use.
• Install the appliance in a dry and well-
ventilated place. The appliance has been
configured for operation in places where the
temperature falls within the following ranges,
and within the climatic class given on the rating
plate. The appliance may not work properly if
it is left for a long time at a temperature
outside the specified range.
• Ensure that the voltage indicated on the
appliance data plate corresponds to the
domestic supply voltage.
• Do not use single/multiple adapters or
extension cables.
• For the water connection, use the pipe
supplied with the new appliance; do not reuse
the one from the previous appliance.
• Power cable modification or replacement
must only be carried out by qualified
personnel or the After-sales Service.
• 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.
SAFETY
• Do not use the appliance to store aerosol cans
or receptacles containing propellants or
flammable substances.
• Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids
or gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical
appliances. The fumes can create a fire hazard
or explosion.
• Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical
means other than those recommended by the
Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.
• Do not use or place electrical appliances inside
the product if they are not of the type
expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.
• The appliance is not intended for use by persons
(children included) with restricted physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or without
experience and knowledge of the appliance,
unless they are under the supervision or
instruction of a person responsible for their
safety.
• To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped
and suffocating, do not allow them to play or
hide inside the appliance.
• Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the
ice packs (in some models).
• Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
after taking them out of the freezer since they
may cause cold burns.
USE
• Before servicing or cleaning the appliance,
unplug it from the mains or disconnect the
electrical power supply.
• All appliances equipped with an ice-maker and
water dispenser must be connected to a water
supply that only delivers drinking water (with
mains water pressure of between 0.17 and
0.81 Mpascals (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Ice-makers
and/or water dispensers not directly
connected to the water supply must be filled
with drinking water only.
• Use the refrigerator compartment to store
fresh food only and the freezer compartment
to store frozen food, to freeze fresh food, and
to make ice cubes only.
• Do not store glass containers with liquids in the
freezer since they may burst.
The Manufacturer declines any liability if the
above advice and precautions are not
respected
Climatic Class T. temp. (°C) T. temp. (°F)
SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90
N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90
ST From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100
T From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110
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If ice crystals are still visible on the food, it may be
frozen again, although flavour and aroma may be
affected.
If food is not in good condition, it is best to throw it
away.
In the event of a power failure lasting maximum
24 hours.
1. Keep both doors of the appliance closed. This
will allow stored food to stay cold for as long as
possible.
In the event of a power failure lasting more than 24
hours.
1. Empty the freezer compartment and put the
food in a portable freezer. If this type of freezer
is not available and, likewise, no artificial ice
packs are available, try to use up the food which
is more easily perishable.
Empty the ice bucket.
HOW THE APPLIANCE WORKS
Parts
Refrigerator Compartment
Note:
As a result of product updates, your refrigerator may differ slightly with regard to this instructions manual,
however the functions and method of use remain the same.
Refrigerator compartment
The refrigerator compartment is used for storing food that does not require freezing. For optimum storage
of the various types of food, the temperatures in the refrigerator compartment are different in each area, as
illustrated below:
Refrigerator light
Refrigerator air circulation vents
Shelf
Crisper drawer lid
Crisper drawer
Ice tray (inside)
Freezer drawer
Adjustable foot
Egg tray (inside)
Door tray
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Area 1: This area is suitable for storing sweets, cooked food, chocolate, canned food, meat and dairy
products.
Area 2: This is the cold air inlet vent which cools the entire refrigerator compartment. The cold air is
distributed evenly from the inlet throughout the inside of the refrigerator compartment. Storing
food in front of this area could block the circulation of air and lead to insufficient cooling.
Area 3: This area is suitable for storing fruit, vegetables, salad vegetables, etc.
Area 4: This area is suitable for storing eggs, canned liquids, bottled liquids and packaged foods. Before
removing food, lift the door shelf up and avoid overloading the shelf.
1. Refrigerator compartment wire shelf
The refrigerator compartment has a number of wire shelves which can be removed for cleaning.
Crisper drawer
The crisper drawer is suitable for storing fruit and vegetables.
If water is allowed to accumulate inside the crisper drawer, the fruit and vegetables will rot. It is therefore
important to eliminate any water before introducing food.
Crisper drawer lid
The lid controls the temperature inside the crisper drawer and prevents loss of water content in vegetables.
Freezer compartment
This compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food, storing frozen food and making ice cream, etc.
Notes: If bottles are kept in the freezer compartment, the liquid inside will freeze, causing bottles to break.
To avoid this problem, the volume of liquid contained in the bottle, e.g. juice or fruit, must not exceed 80%
of the volume of the bottle itself.
Ice tray
To make ice, pour cooled boiled water into the ice tray until it is 4/5 full, then place it in the freezer
compartment for around 2 hours. To remove the ice cubes, twist the tray slightly, separating the cubes from
the tray. Do not bend it, otherwise it will break.
Notes: If the ice cube tray has been left in the freezer for a prolonged period of time, do not hold the tray
with bare hands, as it may stick to skin and cause cold burns.
2. Switching on the appliance
Before use, remove all protective tape. Clean the appliance interior with warm water and bicarbonate of
soda (5 ml in 0.5 litres of water). Do not use soap or detergent as these may leave an odour. After cleaning,
dry the appliance thoroughly.
Refrigerator compartment temperature control slider
1
2
3
4
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The temperature control slider is used to control the temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer; the
slider on the thermostat is used to balance air flow distribution in all areas. Moving the slider down increases
air flow to the refrigerator and decreases it to the freezer, which means that the refrigerator chills food
more rapidly. For normal use, keep the slider in the middle. If the slider is kept at the med setting, there
should be no need to adjust the temperature control selector.
If, at the Max setting, the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment drops excessively, return the
slider to the Med position. If, at the Min setting, the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment rises
excessively, return the slider to the Med position.
Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat
To switch on the appliance, plug it into the mains and set the thermostat. The thermostat control knob is
located at the top.
The thermostat automatically adjusts the temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer compartments,
based on the selected thermostat control knob setting:
Refrigerator air circulation vents
1. If the ambient temperature is high (in summer) set the control knob
to 5, 6 or 7.
2. If the ambient temperature is low (in winter) set the control knob to
1 or 2.
3. In normal working conditions, set the control knob to 3 or 4.
Defrosting
The refrigerator is Timer-controlled and has an automatic defrost function. Defrost water runs into a special
evaporation pan located above the compressor, from where it evaporates automatically.
3. How to arrange food
• To prevent ineffective air circulation, which results in increased energy consumption, avoid arranging
food items too closely together.
• Protect food in suitable wrapping designed to keep it fresh so that it cannot rot or dry out excessively
as a result of water evaporation.
• If food has been washed in water, remove any residual water to prevent it running down from the
shelves or freezing in the refrigerator compartment.
• Do not position food next to the rear wall of the refrigerator or the water outlet as this would prevent
water from draining away and lead to the formation of ice.
• To avoid possible damage to shelves, do not place items of food which are too large or too heavy in the
refrigerator.
Control knob
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation,
unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect
the electrical power supply.
Clean the appliance regularly using a cloth and a
solution of lukewarm water and neutral detergent
specifically formulated for refrigerator interiors.
Never use detergents or abrasives. Never clean
refrigerator parts with flammable fluids.
The fumes can cause fires or explosions.
Clean the outside of the appliance and the door seal
with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use steam cleaners.
Clean the condenser with a vacuum cleaner, as
indicated below:
- The refrigerant system pipes are located near
the defrost pan and can become extremely
hot. Periodically clean them with a vacuum
cleaner.
REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB
Before removing the light bulb, switch the
refrigerator off or unplug it from the mains in order
to avoid electric shocks or injury.
1. Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the
screws.
2. Remove the lamp cover.
3. Unscrew the light bulb as illustrated in the
figure and replace it with a 15 watt refrigerator
bulb of the same shape and size.
4. Refit the lamp cover.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Before contacting the After-sales Service...
Problems are often caused by conditions that can
be easily identified and solved by the user without
tools of any kind.
It is normal for the appliance to makes noises,
since it is equipped with a certain number of
fans and motors that switch on and off
automatically in order to control the various
functions.
Some noises produced during operation can
be reduced
- by levelling the appliance and installing it on a
flat surface.
- By separating and preventing contact of the
appliance with the housing cabinet.
- By checking that the internal components are
positioned correctly.
- By making sure that bottles and containers are
not touching.
The appliance is not working.
• is the power plug plugged into a live socket
powered with the right voltage?
• Have you checked your home’s protection
devices and fuses?
If there is water in the defrost pan:
• This is normal in hot, damp weather. The pan
can even be half full.
Make sure the refrigerator is level so that water
does not spill from the pan
If the edges of the refrigerator cabinet, which
come in contact with the door seal, are warm
to the touch:
• This is normal in hot weather and when the
compressor is running.
If the light does not work:
• Have you checked your home’s protection
devices and fuses?
• Is the power plug plugged into a live socket
powered with the right voltage?
• Has the light bulb burnt out?
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If the light bulb has burnt out:
1. Always disconnect the appliance from the mains.
2. See chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”.
If the motor seems to run too much:
• Is the condenser free of dust and fluff?
• Are the doors properly closed?
• Are the door seals properly fitted?
• On hot days or if the room is warm, the motor
naturally runs longer.
• If the appliance door has been left open for a
long time or if large amounts of food have been
introduced, the motor will run longer in order
to cool the inside of the appliance.
• Motor running time depends on different
things: number of door openings, amount of
food stored, temperature of the room, setting
of the temperature controls.
If the appliance temperature is too high:
• Are the appliance controls correctly adjusted?
• Has a large amount of food recently been
added?
• Check that the doors are not opened too often.
• Check that the doors close properly.
• Make sure that air flow vents inside the
compartment are not blocked, as this prevents
the circulation of cold air.
Moisture build-up:
• make sure that air flow vents inside the
compartment are not blocked, as this prevents
the circulation of air.
• Make sure that the food is properly packaged
and Dry any wet containers before placing
them in the appliance.
• Check that the doors are not opened too often.
When the door is opened, the humidity present
in the ambient air enters the appliance. The
more often the door is opened, the faster
humidity accumulates, especially if the room
itself is very humid.
• If the room is very humid, it is normal for
moisture to build up inside the refrigerator.
If the doors do not open and close properly:
• make sure no food packages are blocking the
door.
• Check that the internal components or
automatic ice maker are not positioned
incorrectly.
• Check that the door seals are not dirty or
sticky.
• Check that the appliance is level.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting the After-sales Service:
1. See if you can solve the problem yourself (see
“Troubleshooting guide”).
2. Switch the appliance off and then on again to
see if the problem has been solved.
If it has not, disconnect the appliance from the
power supply and wait for about an hour before
switching on again.
3. If the problem persists after this course of
action, contact After-sales Service.
Specify:
• the nature of the fault.
• the appliance model.
• the Service number (the number after the word
SERVICE on the rating plate inside the
appliance).
• your full address,
• your telephone number and area code.
Note: The direction of door opening can be
changed. If this operation is performed by the
After-sales Service it is not covered by the
warranty.
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INSTALLATION
• Install the appliance away from heat sources.
• Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated
place.
• Do not obstruct the top and bottom vent
zones.
• Clean the inside (see chapter “Cleaning and
maintenance”).
Electrical connection
• The electrical connections must comply
with the local regulations.
• Voltage and power consumption are indicated
on the rating plate (at the side of the crispers).
Freestanding appliances
(not built-in)
• To optimize appliance efficiency, leave a 5 cm
gap above the appliance and make sure that
adjacent kitchen units are sufficiently distanced
to allow air circulation.
• Ensure that the appliance is level, using the
front adjustment feet if necessary.
• Regulations require that the appliance be
earthed. The manufacturer declines any
liability for injury or damage resulting from
failure to observe the above rules.
• If the plug and socket are not of the same type,
have the socket replaced by a qualified
technician.
• Do not use extension leads or multi-adapters.
Electrical disconnection
• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
by unplugging it or by means of a two-pole
switch fitted upline of the socket.
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DOOR REVERSIBILITY
If the installation site requires it, the direction of on door
opening can be changed from right (as supplied) to left.
Before starting, lay the refrigerator on its back to gain access
to the base; be careful to rest it on the foam packaging or
similar material in order to avoid damaging the refrigerant
system pipes on the back of the appliance.
Important:
1. Turn off the appliance.
2. Unplug the power cable.
3. Remove all food from the appliance.
4. Remove shelves and baskets.
Notes: Do not replace food, shelves or baskets inside the
refrigerator until the door has been refitted.
Instructions:
1. Stand the refrigerator upright and use a flat bladed
screwdriver to remove the 4 screw covers on the top of
the refrigerator.
2. Unscrew and lift the lid from the rear and remove it, then
place it on a padded surface to prevent scratches.
3. First remove the three bolts, then remove the upper
hinge that holds the door in place. Lift the top door and
place it on a padded surface to prevent scratches.
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4. Remove the two screws from the flange, then remove the
middle hinge that holds the bottom door in place. Lift the
bottom door and place it on a padded surface to prevent
scratches.
5. Remove the hinge hole plugs from the left holes, as
illustrated, and transfer them to the now free holes on the
right.
6. Remove the adjustable feet and remove the bottom hinge
bracket by unscrewing the bolts.
7. Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge pin, turn the
bracket and reposition it. Refit the bracket, fitting the
bottom hinge pin. Replace both adjustable feet. Reverse
the lower door to the opposite side, positioning it
correctly.
Secure the door, fitting the bottom hinge pin into the
lower hole of the door, then tighten the bolts.
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8. Unscrew the catches of the top and bottom doors, then
move them to the opposite side and fix them with the
screws.
9. Turn the middle hinge through 180 degrees, then move it
to the left side.
Fit the middle hinge pin in the upper hole of the bottom
door, then tighten the bolts. Reverse the top door to the
opposite side, positioning it correctly. Secure the door; fit
the middle hinge pin into the lower hole of the top door.
10. With the top hinge relocated in the hole in the top left
inside corner of the top door, fix the top hinge using the
3 screws. Move the finish block on the top cover to the
other side.
Replace the top cover using the screws and refit the
circular hole plugs.
When you reverse the door, please do this
first:
Remove accessory B from the upper cover of the top door
and insert accessory A which is a small detachable part
supplied in a small bag.
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INSTRUCCIONES
ANTES DE UTILIZAR EL APARATO
CONSEJOS PARA PRESERVAR EL MEDIO
AMBIENTE
PRECAUCIONES Y SUGERENCIAS
GENERALES
CÓMO FUNCIONA EL APARATO
LIMPIEZA Y MANTENIMIENTO
GUÍA PARA LA SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS
SERVICIO DE ASISTENCIA TÉCNICA
INSTALACIÓN
REVERSIBILIDAD DE LA PUERTA
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ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO
PRIMA DI USARE L’APPARECCHIO
CONSIGLI PER LA SALVAGUARDIA
DELL’AMBIENTE
PRECAUZIONI E SUGGERIMENTI GENERALI
COME FUNZIONA IL PRODOTTO
PULIZIA E MANUTENZIONE
GUIDA RICERCA GUASTI
SERVIZIO ASSISTENZA TECNICA
INSTALLAZIONE
REVERSIBILITA’ DELLE PORTE
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WSKAZÓWKI
PRZED PRZYSTĄPIENIEM DO
EKSPLOATACJI URZĄDZENIA
PORADY DOTYCZĄCE OCHRONY
ŚRODOWISKA
ŚRODKI OSTROŻNOŚCI I OGÓLNE
ZALECENIA
EKSPLOATACJA URZĄDZENIA
CZYSZCZENIE I KONSERWACJA
INSTRUKCJA WYSZUKIWANIA USTEREK
SERWIS TECHNICZNY
INSTALACJA
ZMIANA KIERUNKU OTWIERANIA DRZWI
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POKYNY
PŘED POUŽITÍM SPOTŘEBIČE
RADY K OCHRANĚ ŽIVOTNÍHO PROSTŘEDÍ
VŠEOBECNÉ POKYNY A UPOZORNĚNÍ
JAK SPOTŘEBIČ FUNGUJE
ÚDRŽBA A ČIŠTĚNÍ
JAK ODSTRANIT PORUCHU
SERVISNÍ STŘEDISKO
INSTALACE
ZMĚNA SMĚRU OTVÍRÁNÍ DVEŘÍ
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INSTRUCŢIUNI
ÎNAINTE DE A FOLOSI APARATUL
RECOMANDĂRI PENTRU PROTECŢIA
MEDIULUI ÎNCONJURĂTOR
MĂSURI DE PRECAUŢIE ȘI RECOMANDĂRI
GENERALE
FUNCŢIONAREA APARATULUI
CURĂŢAREA ȘI ÎNTREŢINEREA
GHIDUL DE DETECTARE A DEFECŢIUNILOR
SERVICIUL DE ASISTENŢĂ TEHNICĂ
INSTALAREA
REVERSIBILITATEA UȘII
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