Instructions

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In position ‘0’, the cooling function is switched off,
though the appliance is still connected to the mains.
Interior lighting
Caution: do not remove the cover of the interior LED
light. If there should be any malfunction, please contact the
customer service for assistance.
Storing food
∙ The temperatures inside the refrigerator cabinet
depends mainly on the ambient temperature, the
temperature control setting and the amount of food
stored.
∙ Initially, the temperature control should be set to position
4. If the cooling effect is too strong, lower it to position
1-3; if it is insuffi cient, raise it to 5-7.
If you notice frost on the rear wall, the most likely
cause is that the door has been left open for too
long, or that warm food has been placed inside the
refrigerator or that the temperature control has been
set too high.
∙ Liquid or strong-smelling food, or food which is likely
to absorb strong odours (e.g. cheese, fi sh, butter),
should be stored separately or in hermetically sealed
containers.
∙ Warm food should be left to cool down to room
temperature before being placed in the refrigerator.
∙ Always ensure that the door is properly closed and
that the seal is not obstructed by food stored inside the
cabinet or door.
De-frosting and cleaning
∙ Always remove the plug from the wall socket before
cleaning.
∙ Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of
warm water with some mild detergent. To prevent any
unpleasant odour within the refrigerator, it should be
cleaned about once a month.
∙ Any accessories should be cleaned separately with
soapy water. Do not put them in a dishwasher.
∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions or any
cleaning agents that contain alcohol.
∙ After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces with fresh
water before wiping them completely dry. When re-
inserting the plug into the wall socket ensure that you
have dry hands.
∙ To save energy and to ensure optimum performance,
the condenser (at the rear) as well as the compressor
should be cleaned at least twice a year with a broom or
a vacuum cleaner.
∙ Take care not to remove or damage the rating plate
inside the cabinet during cleaning.
Defrosting the refrigerator cabinet :
The integral vapouriser is sealed in foam in the rear wall;
you may therefore notice a build-up of frost around the
rear area. This layer of frost will start melting when the
compressor is not working. Through a system of hoses,
the melt-water drains into the collection tray below the
compressor, where it will be absorbed into the surrounding
air. The unit does not therefore require de-frosting, but only
proper cleaning instead.
∙ To enable the melt-water to drain freely, always ensure
that the channel and discharge opening in the cabinet
are free of any blockage.
Energy saving tips
∙ The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry
room.
∙ Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and
do not position it next to any heat sources (radiators,
cookers etc.). If this cannot be avoided, however,
suitable insulation must be installed between the heat
source and the unit.
∙ Do not cover the ventilation openings and grilles, and
ensure suffi cient air circulation behind the unit.
∙ The compressor (at the rear) should be cleaned at
regular intervals. Accumulated dust causes an increase
in energy consumption.
∙ Warm food should be allowed to cool down before it is
stored inside.
∙ To prevent an increased build-up of ice, do not leave the
freezer door open for too long when loading or taking
out food.
∙ Do not set a lower-than-necessary temperature. For
detailed information on the temperature settings, please
refer to the section Temperature control.
Trouble-shooting
Certain typical sounds can be heard when the appliance is
switched on. These sounds are:
∙ caused by
the electrical
motor within
the compressor
assembly; during
compressor start-up
the sound level will
be slightly higher for
a limited period of time.
∙ caused by the cooling agent fl owing through the circuit.