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Set thermostat knob to position « » or unplug the unit; leave the door open
until completely defrosted.
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To accelerate the defrosting process one or more basins of warm water can
be placed in the freezer compartment.
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Dry the inside of the unit carefully and set the thermostat knob to MAX
position.
REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB
Figure 1
Figure 2
• WHEN REPLACING THE BULB OF THE REFRIGERATOR;
1.
Unplug the unit from the power supply,
2.
Press the hook in front of the light cover such as Figure 1 and remove
the light cover,
3.
Change the present light bulb with a new one of not more than 15 W.
4.
Replace the light cover and after waiting 5 minutes plug the unit.
FOOD STORAGE IN THE APPLIANCE
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
Refrigerator compartment is used for storing fresh food for few days.
•
Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator
compartment. Leave some space around food to allow circulation of air.
•
Do not place hot food or evaporating liquid in the refrigerator.
•
Always store food in closed containers or wrapped.
•
To reduce humidity and avoid formation of frost, never place liquids in
unsealed containers in the refrigerator.
•
Meat of all types, wrapped in packages, is recommended to be placed on
the glass shelf just above the vegetable bin, where the air is colder.
•
You can put the fruits and vegetables into crisper without packing.
•
To avoid the cold air escaping, try not to open the door too often, and not
leave the door open for a long time.
FREEZER COMPARTMENT
•
Freezer is used for freezing fresh foods and for storing frozen foods for the
period of time indicated on packaging, and for making ice cubes.
•
For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal fresh food properly, that is the
packaging should be air tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer bags,
aluminum foil (heavy grade, in doubt double wrap), polythene bags and
plastic containers are ideal.
•
While freezing food; Maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be
frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label.
•
‘For optimum appliance performans to reach maximum freezing capacity,
set the thermostat knob position as ‘4’ when placing fresh food in the
freezer.
•
After placing fresh food in the freezer ,24 hours on fast freeze function is
generally sufficient,After 24 hours, deactivate the fast freeze function.
•
Attention; In order to save energy, When freezing small amounts of food,
the fast freeze function can be deactivated.
•
Do not allow the fresh food to be frozen to come into contact with the
already frozen food.
•
Always mark the date and the content on the pack and do not exceed the
stated storage time.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
•
In case of a power failure or malfunction, the freezer compartment will
maintain a sufficiently low temperature for food storage. However, avoid
opening the freezer door to slow down the temperature rise within the
freezer compartment.
•
The maximum amount of fresh foods that can be loaded in the freezer
within 24 hours is indicated on the name plate ( see Freezing Capacity).
•
Never place warm food in the freezer compartment.
•
When purchasing and storing frozen food products; ensure that the
packaging is not damaged.
•
The storage time and the recommended temperature for storing frozen
foods are indicated on the packaging. For storing and using, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions. If no information is provided, food should not
be stored for more than 3 months.
•
Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after
buying it.
•
Once the food is thawed, it must not be refrozen; you must cook it as quickly
as possible in order to consume or to freeze once again.
•
When making ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and place in freezer
compartment. After the water completely turned into ice, you can twist the
tray as shown below to get the ice cube.
SHIPMENT AND REPOSITIONING
•
Original package and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optionally).
•
You should fasten your fridge with thick package, bands or strong cords
and follow the instructions for transportation on the package for re-
transportation.
•
Remove movable parts (shelves, accessories, vegetable bins etc.) or fix
them into the fridge against shocks using bands during re-positioning and
transportation.
•
Carry your freezer in the upright position.
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BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE
BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE
If your refrigerator is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore
check the following.
The appliance does not operate,
Check if;
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There is a power failure,
•
The mains plug is not properly plugged in, or is loose
•
The thermostat setting is on position “ ”,
•
The socket is defective. To check this, plug in another appliance that you
know which is working into the same socket.
The appliance performs poorly;
Check if;
•
You have overloaded the appliance,
•
The doors are not closed perfectly,
•
There are not enough ventilation ducts on the kitchen unit as mentioned in
the Installation Manual.
