Section 2. Safety Advice
Please read this booklet thoroughly before installing and switching on the
appliance. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for incorrect installation
and usage.
lf this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock, as a safety measure
break or
remove the lock and/or door
Your old appliances contain insulation gases and refrigerant that must be
disposed of correctly. Please ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not damaged
before the appliance is taken away for correct disposal in line with current
legislation. lf there is any doubt contact your Local Authority for instructions.
This appliance may contain the refrigerant isobutene CR600a/R134al. This is a natural
gaswith a high level of environmental compatibility; however, caution is required as
isobutene is a flammable gas. lt is essential to ensure that refrigerant tubes are not
damaged during transportation and the installation of the appliance. In the event
that the refrigerant circuit is damaged, avoid naked flames or sources of ignition and
ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
lf using an adaptor, this must be used in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions and ensure that the electrical circuit is not overloaded as this could
cause overheating.
Do not twist or bend the cables, and keep them away from hot surfaces.
Do not plug in or unplug this appliance with wet hands.
Following installation make sure that the power cable is not trapped underneath
the appliance.
Ensure the appliance is left in an upright position for at least 4 hours before you
switch it on.
The appliance has to be unplugged after use and before carrying out user
maintenance on the appliance.
before disposal.
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Section 3. Operating theAppliance
3.1. Switching on the Appliance
Allow the appliance to stand upright for a minimum of 4 hours before you switch it
on.
Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains supply.
Set the thermostat control to the required setting as detailed in the Temperature
Control section C3.2.l.
Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the correct temperature to be
reached.
3.2. Temperature Control
The temperature selector knob is located on the lamp unit inside the refrigerator Csee
Description of the Appliance on page 2).
Setting "O": Unit Off
Setting "1": Unit On -Warmest Temperature
Setting "3 or 4" : Normal Operation Cadequate for most situationsl
Setting "7 ": Coldest Temperature
lmportant!
During high ambient temperatures e.g. on hot summer days, it may be necessary to set
the thermostat to the coldest setting e the "7" ). This may cause the compressor to run
continuously in order to maintain a low temperature in the cabinet.
3.3. Storing & Freezing Food in the Freezer
This appliance has a three star freezer that is suitable for the long-term storage of frozen
food items. lt can also be used for freezing and storing fresh food items.
3.4. Normal Operating Sounds
You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped to the
cooling system and through the coils or tubing at the rear of the appliance. When the
compressor is in operation you may hear a slight whirring sound or pulsating noise. The
thermostat controls the operation of the compressor, and you may hear a slight click as
it cycles in and out.
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