OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FRIDGE-FREEZER FD 852 2222 275-06
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant safety information. This information has been provided in the interest of safety.
CONTENTS Instructions for the user Important Safety Information 2 Instructions for the installer Description of the appliance 4 Technical specification 16 Operation 5 Installation 17 Before use 5 Positioning 17 Setting the temperature 5 Rear spacers 17 The freezer compartment 5 Electrical Connection 18 Freezing fresh food 5 Door Reversal 19 Thawing 5 Making ice cubes 5 Fresh food refrigeration 6 Normal operating sounds 6 Movable shelves 7 Positioning the door shelves 7
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE A B K J C D I E H F G ZE FAST FREE A- Thermostat control for both compartments B- Dairy compartment (for dairy products to prevent tainting) C- Can storage shelf D- Movable shelf E- Bottle storage shelf F - Freezer calender (recommended storage times for frozen foods) G - Freezing fresh food H- Frozen food storage I- Salad crisper (to keep fruit and vegetables fresh) J- Glass shelf K- Cooked foods storage shelves 4
OPERATION Before using Freezing fresh food Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the appliance with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). It is not necessary to adjust the thermostat setting when freezing fresh food. Do not use soap or detergent as the smell may linger. Dry thoroughly. Place food to be frozen in the bottom drawer of the freezer as this is the coldest part. In any 24 hours you can freeze up to 3 kg.
Fresh food refrigeration To obtain the best performance, do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator; do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavour. Do not cover the shelves with any protective material, such as paper, cardboard or plastic, which may obstruct the air circulation through them.
Movable shelves The walls of the refrigerator have runners so that shelves can be positioned as desired. D040 Positioning the door shelves To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door shelves can be adjusted in height. To do this proceed as shown in the diagram: Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, then reposition as required.
HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been removed from many pre-prepared foods. This together with the changes in shopping habits to a once-a-week shop, mean that safe handling and storage of food is even more important than ever. The following tips should help you to ensure that the food in your home is in as perfect condition as possible. ¥ Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your fridge as short as possible.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply. Internal cleaning Changing the light bulb Should the interior light fail to work, first switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electricity supply, then replace the bulb as follows; Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Remember to wash the defrost cleaner in hot soapy water at regular intervals. Dry throughly before replacing. Freezer When the frost has reached a thickness of up to 4mm it can be removed using the ice scraper provided with the appliance. During this operation it is not necessary to disconnect the appliance from the mains and remove the food. Never use metal tools for this operation.
SOMETHING NOT WORKING Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation a charge will be made, even if the appliance is under guarantee. Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check the following points: Symptom Solution No power to the appliance Check there is power at the socket. Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights. Check the fuse has not blown.
SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre by telephoning:- 0870 5 929929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. The addresses are listed on the following pages.
GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guarantee conditions We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Height 150 cm Width 54.5 cm Depth 60 cm POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY 220-240 V / 50 Hz TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 130 W AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY * 1.30 kWh GROSS CAPACITY Fridge Freezer 174 l 76 l NET CAPACITY Fridge Freezer 170 l 60 l STAR RATING * This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with European Standard EN 153. Actual consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
INSTALLATION Warning IF YOU ARE DISCARDING AN OLD APPLIANCE THAT HAS A LOCK OR CATCH ON THE DOOR, YOU MUST ENSURE THAT IT IS MADE UNUSABLE TO PREVENT YOUNG CHILDREN BEING TRAPPED INSIDE. Depending upon the position which you choose for your appliance, you may wish to reverse the way in which the door opens. To do this, refer to instructions on ÒDoor reversal directionsÓ paragraph. You should also ensure that air can circulate freely around the back and the top of the cabinet.
Electrical connections The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse. For replacement, use a 13amp BSI362 fuse. Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Door reversal directions 1. Disconnect from the electricity supply. 2. Remove all loose items, including food, store food in a cool place. C 3. Remove the plastic cover (A) (which has a clip-infitting) masking the bottom hinge; B A 4. Remove bottom hinge (C). D589 5. Slide out the lower door from middle hinge (H) and remove the latter. 6. Slide out the upper door from pin (D), unscrew the latter and then screw it down into the hinge provided on the opposite side; H 7.
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