FBFD360 - Fridge BlueStar - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FBFD360 BlueStar

French Door Bottom Freezer

Refrigerator

FBFD360

Please read this manual before using the product!

Dear Customer,

We'd like you to make the best use of our product, which has been manufactured in modern facilities with care and meticulous quality controls.

Thus, we advise you to read the entire user manual before you use the product. In case the product changes hands, do not forget to hand the guide to its new owner along with the product.

This guide will help you use the product quickly and safely.

• Please read the user guide carefully before installing and operating the product.
  • Always observe the applicable safety instructions.
• Keep the user guide within easy reach for future use.
• Please read any other documents provided with the product.

Important information and useful tips.

Risk of life and property.

Risk of electric shock.

The product's packaging is made of recyclable materials, in accordance with the National Environment Legislation.

1 Important instructions for safety and environment 3

1.1 General safety ....3
1.2 For products with a water dispenser .....4
1.3 Intended use 4
1.4 Children's safety....4

2 Your Refrigerator 5

3 Installation 6

3.1 Appropriate installation location .....6
3.2 Installing the plastic wedges....6
3.3 Electrical connection .....6
3.4 Adjusting the gap between the upper door .7
3.5 Adjusting the feet. 7
3.6 Illumination lamp 7
3.7 Door open warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.8 Water connection.....11
3.8.1 Before Installation .....11
3.9 Connecting the water hose to the refrigerator .....11
3.10 Connecting the water line to the water supply ..... 11
3.11 Water filter .....11
3.11.1 Attaching the internal filter into the refrigerator .....12
3.12 Before starting to use the water/ice dispenser ....12
3.13 Transportation of the product .....13

4 Preparation 14

4.1 Things to be done for energy saving . . . . . 14
4.2 Recommendations for the fresh food compartment.....14
4.3 Initial use.....15

5 Operating the product 16

5.1 Indicator panel....16
5.2 Dual cooling system.....18
5.3 Freezing fresh food .....18
5.4 Recommendations for preserving the frozen food .....19
5.5 Placing the food.....19
5.6 Deep-freeze information.....19
5.7 Removing door shelves .....20
5.8 Glass shelves....20
5.9 Chiller compartment.....20
5.10 Crisper .....21
5.11 Humidity controlled crisper .....21
5.12 Movable middle section .....21
5.13 lon 22
5.14 Odor filter 22
5.15 Using internal water dispenser .....22
5.16 Dispensing water .....22
5.17 For using water dispenser....23
5.18 Refrigerator shelf weight limitations.....24

6. Maintenance and cleaning 25

6.1 Avoiding bad odors .....25
6.2 Protecting the plastic surfaces .....25

7 Troubleshooting 26

1 Important instructions for safety and environment

This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of personal injury or property damage.

Intended use

— WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

- WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

- WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

1.1 General safety

• Unplug the product if a failure occurs while it is in use.
• If the product has a failure, it should not be operated unless it is repaired by the authorized Service Agent. There is the risk of electric shock!
• Connect the product to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse complying with the values in the rating plate. Have the grounding installation made by a qualified electrician. Our company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the product is used without grounding in accordance with the local regulations.
• Unplug the product when not in use.

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• Never wash the product by spreading or pouring water onto it! There is the risk of electric shock!

• Never touch the plug with wet hands! Never unplug by pulling on the cable, always pull out by grabbing the plug.

• It is recommended to clean the tip of the plug regularly with a dry cloth.

• Do not plug in the refrigerator if the wall outlet is loose.
• Never connect your refrigerator to electricity-saving systems. Such systems are harmful for the product.
• Unplug the product during installation, maintenance, cleaning and repairing procedures.
• Always have the installation and repairing procedures carried out by the authorized Service Agent. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorised persons.
• Never use steam and steam assisted cleaning materials to clean or defrost the refrigerator. Steam will cause short circuit or electric shock since it would get into contact with the electrical parts in the refrigerator!
• Do not use mechanical devices or other methods to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Never use the parts on your refrigerator such as the door and drawer as a means of support or step. This will cause the product to tip over or parts of it get damaged.
• Do not damage the cooling circuit, where the refrigerant is circulating, with drilling or cutting tools. The refrigerant that might blow out when the gas channels of the evaporator, pipe extensions or surface coatings are punctured may cause skin irritations and eye injuries.
• Do not cover or block the ventilation holes on the refrigerator with any material.
• Do not use gaseous sprays near the product since there is the risk of fire or explosion!
• Flammable items or products that contain flammable gases (e.g. spray) as well as the explosive materials should never be kept in the appliance.
• Do not place containers filled with liquid on top of the product. Spilling water on an electrical component may cause electric shocks or risk of fire.
• If you will not operate the product for a long period of time, unplug and unload the food in it.

Important instructions for safety and environment

• Exposing the product to rain, snow, sun and wind is dangerous with respect to electrical safety.
• Do not overload the product. It may fall when the door is opened, and cause injury or damage. Similar problems may occur in case of putting things on top of the product.
• Do not pull by the handle when changing the place of the product. Handle may get loose.
• Pay attention not to have your hand or any part of your body get caught by the moving parts inside the product.

1.2 For products with a water dispenser

• Pressure for cold water inlet shall be maximum 90 psi (6.2 bar). If your water pressure exceeds 80 psi (5.5 bar), use a pressure limiting valve in your mains system. If you do not know how to check your water pressure, ask for the help of a professional plumber.
• If there is risk of water hammer effect in your installation, always use a water hammer prevention equipment in your installation. Consult professional plumbers if you are not sure that there is no water hammer effect in your installation.
• Do not install on the hot water inlet. Take precautions against of the risk of freezing of the hoses. Water temperature operating interval shall be 33^ F ( 0.6^ C) minimum and 100^ F ( 38^ C) maximum.
• Use only potable water.

1.3 Intended use

• This product has been designed for domestic use. It is not suitable for commercial use and it must not be used out of its intended use.
• Product must be used only for storing food.
• The manufacturer waives any responsibility arisen from incorrect usage or transportation.

1.4 Children's safety

- Children must be supervised to prevent them from tampering with the product.

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

2 Your Refrigerator

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1- Refrigerator compartment
2- Freezer compartment
3- Display/indicator panel
4- Door shelf
5- Bottle shelf
6- Chiller compartment
7- Crispers
8- Inner water dispenser

9- Adjustable glass shelf

10- Blower
11- Water filter
12- Ice container
13- Frozen food storage compartment (upper)
14- Frozen food storage compartment (lower)
15- Seperator

3 Installation

Refer to the nearest Authorized Service Agent for installation of the product. To make the product ready for use, make sure that the electricity installation is appropriate before calling the Authorized Service Agent. If not, call a qualified electrician to have any necessary arrangements carried out.

	Preparation of the location and electrical installation at the place of installation is under customer's responsibility.
	Product must not be plugged in during installation. Otherwise, there is the risk of death or serious injury!
	WARNING: Installation and electrical connections of the product must be carried out by the Authorized Service Agent. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorized persons.
	WARNING: Prior to installation, visually check if the product has any defects on it. If so, do not have it installed. Damaged products cause risks for your safety.
	Make sure that the power cord is not pinched or crushed while pushing the product into its place after installation or cleaning procedures.

3.1 Appropriate installation location

WARNING: If the door of the room where the product will be placed is too small for the product to pass, then the product's doors must be removed and the product must be turned aside to pass it through.

• Install the product where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Do place the product near a grounded electrical outlet.
• Do not place the product on materials such as rugs or carpets.
• Place the product on an even floor surface to prevent jolts.

3.2 Installing the plastic wedges

Plastic wedges are used to create the distance for the air circulation between the product and the rear wall. Insert the 2 plastic wedges onto the rear ventilation cover as illustrated in the figure. To install the wedges, remove the screws on the product and use the screws given in the same pouch with the wedges.

3.3 Electrical connection

Connect the product to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse complying with the values in the rating plate. Our company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the product is used without grounding in accordance with the local regulations.

• Electrical connection must comply with national regulations.
• Power cord must be within easy reach after installation.
• The voltage and allowed fuse or breaker protection are specified in the Rating Plate which is affixed to interior of the product. If the current value of the fuse or breaker in the house does not comply with the value in the rating plate, have a qualified electrician install a suitable fuse.
• The specified voltage must be equal to your mains voltage.
• Do not make connections via extension cords or multi-plugs.

WARNING: Damaged power cord must be replaced by the Authorized Service Agents.

WARNING: If the product has a failure, it should not be operated unless it is repaired by the Authorized Service Agent! There is the risk of electric shock!

Installation

3.4 Adjusting the gap between the upper door

-Upper hinge group is fixed with 3 screws.
-The hinge cover is attached after the sockets are installed.
- Then the hinge cover is fixed with two screws.

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3.5 Adjusting the feet

If the product stands unbalanced after installation adjust the feet. Taking help from someone to slightly lift the refrigerator will facilitate this process.

WARNING: First unplug the product.

Product must not be plugged in when adjusting the feet. There is the risk of electric shock!

Turn the front feet to balance the product. The corner where the foot exists is lowered when you turn in the direction of arrow and raised when you turn it in the opposite direction.

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3.6 Illumination lamp

Do not attempt to repair yourself but call the Authorized Service Agent if the LED illumination lamps do not go on or are out of order.

The lamp(s) used in this appliance is not suitable for household room illumination. The intended purpose of this lamp is to assist the user to place foodstuffs in the refrigerator/freezer in a safe and comfortable way.

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3.7 Door open warning

An audio warning signal will be given when the door of your product is left open for 1 minute. This warning will be muted when the door is closed or any of the display buttons (if any) are pressed.

DIMENSIONS

[36" FRENCH REFRIGERATOR]

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

F C cabinet D not include handle B top of cabinet E include handle A overall

DIMENSIONS

[36" FRENCH REFRIGERATOR]

Freezer Door Open Max (Drawer)

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Height-Overall"A"	Height-TopOfCabinet"B"	Depth-CabinetOnly"C" "O"	Depth-Without Handles"D"
1771mm (69,72") 17	10mm (67,32") 600mm (23,62")	680,5mm (26,79")
Depth-WithHandles"E"	Width-Cabinet"F"	Depth-DrawerOpen"G"	TotalDepth-DrawerOpen"H"
737mm (29,01") 908	mm (35,74") 1157mm (45,55")	1178,5mm (46,40")
Depth-Doors Open90°"I"	TotalDepth-Doors Open90° "J"	Width-Doors Open90°WithHandles "K"	Width-Doors Open90°-FromCabinetToHandle "L"
1072,6mm (42,22") 10	94mm (43,07") 1059,2mm	(41,70") 75,6mm (2,97")
Width-Doors Open130°-FromHandleToHandle"M"	Width-Doors Open130°-FromCabinetToHandle"N"	Depth-Doors Open130° "P"	Depth-Doors Open130° "R"
1530.2mm (41,70") 31	1,2mm (12,25") 391mm (15,39")	991mm (39.01")

Min Clearance From the Top: 2 inches
Min Clearance From the Sides: 2 inches

DIMENSIONS

[36" FRENCH REFRIGERATOR]

Fresh Food Door Open 90°

90° L J K

Fresh Food Door Open 130° (Max)

130° N O R P M

Installation

3.8 Water connection

First you must connect the water hose to the refrigerator.

3.8.1 Before Installation

Make sure that you have everything necessary to ensure proper installation before proceeding, including:

Internal water filter for use inside the fridge.

3.9 Connecting the water hose to the refrigerator

1. Slip the union (B) onto the water hose (A).
2. Push the water hose downwards firmly to slip it onto the water inlet valve (C).
3. Tighten the union (C) by hand to secure it onto the water inlet valve.

Normally, you are not required to tighten the union with a tool. However, you can use a spanner or pliers to tighten the union if there is a leakage.

3.10 Connecting the water line to the water supply

Connect the water line to a water supply valve. If a valve is not present or you are not sure, consult a qualified plumber.

3.11 Water filter

To fit the water filter, follow the instructions below referring to the figures supplied:

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Installation

3.11.1 Attaching the internal filter into the refrigerator

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1. Pull the water filter cover slowly.
2. Remove the water filter bypass cover by turning it downwards.

WARNING: Ensure that the Ice Off mode is enabled before removing the by-pass cover.

It is normal that a few drops of water drip after the cover has been removed.

1. Seat the water filter cover into the mechanism and push forwards to lock it in place.
2. Press "Ice Off" button on the display again to exit this mode.

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Water filter must be replaced every 6 months. When replacing the water filter or if you will not use the filter anymore, remove it as illustrated in the figure and install the bypass cover. Make sure that the "Ice Off" mode is enabled before removing the filter.

WARNING: Water filter cleans some foreign particles in the water. It does not purify water from microorganisms.

WARNING: Ice Off button must be pressed before replacing the water filter or installing the by-pass cover.

WARNING: Unplug the product during the replacement of the filter.

3.12 Before starting to use the water/ice dispenser

• Water system of the refrigerator must be connected to the cold water line. It must not be connected to hot water line.
• No water may be obtained in the initial start-up of the refrigerator. Because there is air in the system. To discharge air from the system, press dispenser latch for 1-2 minutes until water comes from the dispenser. Water flow may be irregular at the beginning. After the air in the system is discharged, water flow will return to normal.
• During initial use, you will have to wait approximately 12 hours for the water to cool down.
• It will take around 1-2 days for the system to produce required amount of ice.
• The first 10 glasses of water should not be consumed.
• First several glasses of water may be turbid when the filter is used for the first time. Therefore, do not consume the first several glasses of water.
• If the water dispenser is not used for a long period of time, first 1-2 glasses of water can be hot.
• If a power outage or a temporary failure occurs while the refrigerator is operating, ice can melt down a little bit and then get frozen again. In such a case, ice cubes can stick to each other. If the outage or failure prolongs, ice can melt down causing water leakage. If you experience such a problem, empty and clean the ice container.

Installation

• Ice cubes can stick to each other if they are left in the container for a long time.
• Water system installation of the refrigerator must be performed by the Authorized Service Agent.
• Water system of the product is designed to operate only with water. Do not use beverage such as soft drinks and/or juices in the water system.
• It is recommended that the water is disconnected if you will not be using the refrigerator for a long period of time due to vacation or similar reasons.
• Do not attempt to dismantle the ice container group assembly parts.
• Do not attempt to clean the ice container assembly without removing it from the refrigerator.
• When taking water from the water dispenser, remove the glass from the opening 1 second after releasing the trigger. Thus, water in the system will not drip into the drip tray.

3.13 Transportation of the product

1. Unplug the product before transporting it.
2. Remove water connections.
3. Secure the shelves, accessories, crisper and etc. in the refrigerator by adhesive tape before repackaging it.

Packaging must be tied with thick tapes or strong ropes and the rules of transportation printed on the package must be followed.

Original packaging and foam materials should be kept for future transportations.

WARNING: Packaging materials are dangerous for the children. Keep packaging materials in a safe place away from reach of the children.

4 Preparation

4.1 Things to be done for energy saving

Connecting the product to electric energy saving systems is risky as it may cause damage on the product.

• Do not leave the doors of your refrigerator open for a long time.
• Do not put hot food or drinks in your refrigerator.
• Do not overload the refrigerator. Cooling capacity will fall when the air circulation inside is hindered.
• Do not place the refrigerator in places subject to direct sunlight. Install the product at least 30 cm (12in.) away from heat sources.
• Pay attention to store your food in refrigerator in closed containers.
• You can load maximum amount of food to the freezer compartment of the refrigerator by removing the freezer compartment shelf of drawer. Declared energy consumption value of the refrigerator was determined with the freezer compartment shelf or drawer removed and with maximum amount of food loaded. There is no risk in using a shelf or drawer suitable for the shapes and sizes of the foods to be frozen.
• Thawing frozen food in refrigerator compartment will both provide energy saving and preserve the food quality.

	The ambient temperature of the room where you install the refrigerator should at least be 10°C /50°F. Operating your refrigerator under cooler conditions than this is not recommended.
	Inside of your refrigerator must be cleaned thoroughly.
	If two refrigerators are to be installed side by side, there should be at least 4 cm (1.6in.) distance between them.

4.2 Recommendations for the fresh food compartment

• Do not allow the food to touch the temperature sensor in fresh food compartment. To allow the fresh food compartment keep its ideal storage temperature, sensor must not be hindered by food.
• Do not put hot food and beverages inside the product.

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Preparation

4.3 Initial use

Before starting to use the product, check that all preparations are made in accordance with the instructions in sections "Important instructions for safety and environment" and "Installation".

• Clean the interior of the refrigerator as recommended in the “Maintenance and cleaning” section. Check that inside of it is dry before operating it.
• Plug the refrigerator into the grounded wall outlet. When the door is opened the interior illumination will turn on.
• Run the refrigerator without putting any food for 6 hours and do not open its door unless certainly required.

You will hear a noise when the compressor starts up. The liquids and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, even if the compressor is not running and this is quite normal.

Front edges of the refrigerator may feel warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be warm to avoid condensation.

5 Operating the product

5.1 Indicator panel

Touch-control indicator panel allows you to set the temperature and control the other functions of the refrigerator. Just press the relevant buttons for function settings.

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1-On/Off function

Press the On/Off button for 3 seconds to turn off or turn on the refrigerator.

2-Quick Refrigerator Function

When you press Quick Refrigerator button, the temperature of the compartment will be colder than the adjusted values.

This function can be used for food placed in the refrigerator compartment and required to be cooled down rapidly.

If you want to cool large amounts of fresh food, it is recommended to active this feature before putting the food into the fridge. Quick Refrigerator indicator will remain lit when the Quick Refrigerator function is enabled. To cancel this function press Quick Refrigerator button again. Quick Refrigerator indicator will turn off and return to its normal settings.

If you do not cancel it, Quick Refrigerator will cancel itself automatically after 2 hours or when the refrigerator compartment reaches to the required temperature. This function is not recalled when power restores after a power failure.

3-Vacation Function

Press the Quick Refrigerator\Vacation button for 3 seconds to activate Vacation function."--" icon Comes on when the function is active. Function is deactivated by pressing the same button for 3 seconds again or by pressing Refrigerator set button. When vacation mode is activated, set values does not seem for fresh food cabin. Line is occurred on segments of fresh food. When vacation mode is activated, temperature of fresh food is hotter than 50 Fahrenheit degree (10 celcius degree) so please do not keep foods in fresh food cabinet. Tempature of freezer is not affected.

4-Refrigerator Set Function

This function allows you to make the refrigerator compartment temperature setting. Press this button to set the temperature of the refrigerator compartment to 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 or 1°C provide 0°F temps. respectively.

5-Off Indicator

Off Indicator illuminated when the refrigerator is in "Off" mode.

6-Quick Refrigerator Indicator

This icon illuminated when the Quick Refrigerator function is active.

7-Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Setting Indicator

Indicates the temperature set for the Refrigerator Compartment.

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8-Vacation Indicator

This icon illuminated when the Vacation function is active.

9-High Temperature Error/Warning Indicator

This icon comes on during high temperature failures should not be hyphenated.

10-Freezer Compartment

Temperature Setting Indicator Indicates the temperature set for the Freezer Compartment.

11-Eco-Extra Indicator

Eco-Extra Indicator illuminated when the Eco Extra function is active.

12-Quick Freeze Indicator

This indicator illuminates when the Quick Freezer function is active.

13-Freezer Set Function

This function allows you to make the freezer compartment temperature setting. Press this button to set the temperature of the freezer compartment to 0, -2, -4, -6, -8, -10 and -12 degrees °F respectively.

14-Quick Freeze Function

Quick Freeze indicator turns on when the Quick Freeze function is on. To cancel this function press Quick Freeze button again. Quick Freeze indicator will turn off and return to its normal settings. If you do not cancel it, Quick Freeze will cancel itself automatically after 4 hours or when the freezer compartment reaches to the required temperature. If you want to freeze large amounts of fresh food, press the Quick Freeze button before putting the food into the freezer compartment. If you press the Quick Freeze button repeatedly with short intervals, the electronic circuit protection will be activated immediately.

This function is not recalled when power restores after a power failure.

15-Eco-Extra (Special Economic Usage) Function

Press the Quick Freeze\Eco Extra button for 3 seconds to activate the Eco Extra Function.

Refrigerator will start operating in the most economic mode at least 6 hours later and the economic usage indicator will turn on when the function is active. Press the Quick Freeze button for 3 seconds again to deactivate the Eco Extra Function.

16-Alarm Off

When the refrigerator door is opened for 2 minutes or when there a sensor failure, a sound alarm turns on. Alarm can be turned off by pressing "Alarm Off" button.

Sensor failure alarm will not sound until power failure. If you close the door and then open again "Door open alarm" will be activated again after 2 minutes later.

High temperature error can be turned off by pressing “Alarm Off” button. If the error conditions continue, the error will be displayed again after defined time interval.

5.2 Dual cooling system

Your refrigerator is equipped with two separate cooling systems to cool the fresh food compartment and freezer compartment. Thus, air and odor in the fresh food compartment and frozen food compartment do not get mixed. Thanks to these two separate cooling systems, cooling speed is much higher then other refrigerators. Also additional power saving is provided since the defrosting is performed individually.

5.3 Freezing fresh food

• Wrap the food or place them in a covered container before putting them in the refrigerator.
• Hot food and beverages must cool down to the room temperature before putting them in the refrigerator.
• The food that you want to freeze must be fresh and in good quality.
• Divided the food into portions according to your family's daily or meal based consumption needs.
• Pack the food in an airtight manner to prevent them from drying even if they are going to be stored for a short time.
• Materials to be used for packaging must be tear-proof and resistant to cold, humidity, odor, oils and acids and they must also be airtight. Moreover, they must be well closed and they must be made from easy-to-use materials that are suitable for deep-freezers.

Operating the product

Freezer Compartment Setting	Refrigerator Compartment Setting	Explanations
-18°C / 0°F 4°C	/ 39°F This is the normal recommended setting.
-20°C / -4°F 3°C	/ 37°F	These settings are recommended when the ambient temperature exceeds 30°C/86°F.
Quick Freeze 4°C	/ 39°F	Use when you wish to freeze your food in a short time. Your refrigerator will return to its previous mode when the process is over.
-24°C / -12°F 2°C	/ 35°F	Use these settings if you think that your refrigerator compartment is not cold enough because of the hot ambient conditions or frequent opening and closing of the door.
-18°C / 0°F or colder	Quick Refrigerator	Use this function when you place too much into the refrigerator compartment or when you need to cool your food quickly. It is recommended that you activate Quick Refrigerator function 4-8 hours before placing the food.

Recommended Using Temperature: FF: 4°C / 39°F Frz: -18°C / 0°F

5.4 Recommendations for preserving the frozen food

• Note the following to ensure that the high quality achieved by the frozen food manufacturer and the food retailer is maintained:
• Put packets in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase.
• Make sure that contents of the package are labelled and dated.
• Check whether the "Use By" and "Best Before" dates on the packaging are exceed or not.

5.5 Placing the food

Freezer compartment shelves	Various frozen food such as meat, fish, ice cream, vegetables and etc.
Refrigerator compartment shelves	Food in pans, covered plates and closed containers
Refrigerator compartment door shelves	Small and packaged food or beverage (such as milk, fruit juice, beer and etc.)
Crisper Vegetables and fruits
Fresh zone compartment	Delicatessen products (cheese, butter, salami and etc.)

5.6 Deep-freeze information

Food must be frozen as rapidly as possible when they are put in a refrigerator in order to keep them in good quality.

You can keep the freshness of food for many months (at -18^ / 0^ or lower temperatures in the deep freeze).

	Divided the food into portions according to your family's daily or meal based consumption needs.
	Pack the food in an airtight manner to prevent them from drying even if they are going to be stored for a short time.

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• Frozen food must be used immediately after they are thawed and they should never be re-frozen.
• Do not freeze too large quantities of food at one time. The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible.
• Placing warm food into the freezer compartment causes the cooling system to operate continuously until the food is frozen solid.

Materials to be used for packaging must be tear-proof and resistant to cold, humidity, odor, oils and acids.

Foods to be frozen should not be allowed to come in contact with the previously frozen items to prevent them from getting thawed partially.

Frozen food must be used immediately after they are thawed and they should never be re-frozen.

5.7 Removing door shelves

You can remove the door shelves to clean them. Push the desired shelf up to remove it.

Do not remove the door shelf when there is food in it.

First empty the materials inside in.

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5.8 Glass shelves

You can remove the glass shelves to clean them. Be careful when removing the shelves since they are heavy.

5.9 Chiller compartment

Chiller compartments allow you to prepare the food for freezing. You can also use these compartments to store your food at a temperature a few degrees below the refrigerator compartment.

You can increase the inner volume of your refrigerator by removing any of the chiller compartments:

1. Pull the compartment towards yourself until it stops.
2. Lift the compartment about 1 cm (0.39in) up and pull towards yourself to remove it from its seating.

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5.10 Crisper

Crisper of the refrigerator is designed specially to keep the vegetables fresh without loosing their humidity. For this purpose, cool air circulation is intensified around the crisper in general. Remove the door shelves that stand against the crisper before removing the crispers.

5.11 Humidity controlled crisper

Humidity rates of the vegetables and fruit are kept under control with the feature of humidity-controlled crisper and the food is ensured to stay fresh for longer.

We recommend you to place the leafy vegetables such as lettuce, spinach and the vegetables which are sensitive to humidity loss, in a horizontal manner as much as possible inside the crisper, not on their roots in a vertical position.

While the vegetables are being placed, specific gravity of the vegetables should be taken into consideration. Heavy and hard vegetables should be put at the bottom of the crisper and the lightweight and soft vegetables should be placed over.

Never leave the vegetables inside the crisper in their bags. If the vegetables are left inside their bags, this will cause them to decompose in a short period of time. In case contacting with other vegetables is not preferred for hygiene concerns, use a perforated paper and other similar packaging materials instead of a bag.

Do not place together the pear, apricot, peach, etc. and apple in particular which have a high level of generation of ethylene gas in the same crisper with the other vegetables and fruit. The ethylene gas which is emitted by these fruit may cause the other fruit to ripen faster and decompose in a shorter time.

5.12 Movable middle section

Movable middle section is intended to prevent the cold air inside the refrigerator from escaping outside. Sealing is provided when the gaskets on the door presses on the surface of the movable middle section while the refrigerator compartment doors are closed.

Movable middle section is closed when the left door of the refrigerator compartment is open. Movable middle section moves with the aid of the plastic part on the body while closing the door. Do not try to open by hand.

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Air is ionized by means of the ionizer system in the refrigerator compartment air duct. Thanks to this system, air-borne bacteria and odorising molecules are eliminated.

5.14 Odor filter

Odor filter in the air duct of the refrigerator compartment prevents build-up of unpleasant odors in the refrigerator.

5.15 Using internal water dispenser

After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, flush the water system. Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the water dispenser lever for 5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds. Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the dispenser paddle (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) until a total of 5-6 gal. (15L) has been dispensed. This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system, and prepare the water filter for use. Additional flushing may be required in some households. As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water. Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh supply.

After 5 minutes of continuous dispensing, the dispenser will stop dispensing water to avoid flooding. To continue dispensing, press the dispenser paddle again.

5.16 Dispensing water

Hold a container under the dispenser spout while pressing the dispenser pad.

Release the dispenser pad to stop dispensing.

It is normal for the first few glasses of water taken from the dispenser to be warm.

If the water dispenser is not used for a long period of time, dispose of first few glasses of water to obtain fresh water.

During initial use, you will have to wait approximately 24 hours for the water to cool down.

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5.17 For using water dispenser

Before using your refrigerator first time and after replacing your water filter, water dispenser may drip drops of water. To prevent water dripping or leaking from dispenser, please bleed the air from the system by dispensing 5-6 gallons (about 15 liter) of water through the water dispenser before the first use and every time after you change the water filter. This will remove any air trapped in the system and stop the water dispenser from leaking. Checking coupler position and the straightness of water line at the back of the unit will be required if there's an obstruction in water flow.

If your water dispenser is leaking just a few drops of water after you have dispensed some water, this is normal.

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5.18 Refrigerator shelf weight limitations

Freshfood compartment centilever shelves, those that only have rear supports, are tested for max 25kg (55pounds) per each part.

Crispers will hold up to 15kg (33pounds) per each one. These are dynamic loads for crispers.

Ice container bin holds up to 10kg (22pounds), it is for usage without ice. Upper freezer bin will hold up to 24kg (53 pounds) and drawer holds up to 30kg (66pounds). These are dynamic loads for ice bin, upper freezer bin and drawer.

4 kg=(8.80 pound) 4 kg=(8.80 pound) 6 kg=(13.22 pound) 10 kg=(22.04 pound) Up to 5 kg/11 pound day ice production 22 kg=(48,50 pound) 25 kg=(55.11 pound) 48 kg=(105.82 pound) 15 kg=(33.06 pound) 20 kg=(44.01 pound) 30 kg=(66.13 pound)

6. Maintenance and cleaning

Service life of the product extends and frequently faced problems decrease if cleaned at regular intervals.

WARNING: Unplug the product before cleaning it.

• Never use gasoline, benzene or similar substances for cleaning purposes.
• Never use any sharp and abrasive tools, soap, household cleaners, detergent and wax polish for cleaning.
• Dissolve one teaspoon of baking soda in half litre of water. Soak a cloth with the solution and wrung it thoroughly. Wipe the interior of the refrigerator with this cloth and the dry thoroughly.
• Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical items.
• If you will not use the refrigerator for a long period of time, unplug it, remove all food inside, clean it and leave the door ajar.
• Check regularly that the door gaskets are clean. If not, clean them.
• To remove door and body shelves, remove all of its contents.
• Remove the door shelves by pulling them up. After cleaning, slide them from top to bottom to install.
• Never use cleaning agents or water that contain chlorine to clean the outer surfaces and chromium coated parts of the product. Chlorine causes corrosion on such metal surfaces

6.1 Avoiding bad odors

Materials that may cause odor are not used in the production of our refrigerators. However, due to inappropriate food preserving conditions and not cleaning the inner surface of the refrigerator as required can bring forth the problem of odor.

Pay attention to following to avoid this problem:

• Keeping the refrigerator clean is important. Food residuals, stains, etc. can cause odor. Therefore, clean the refrigerator with baking soda dissolved in water every 15 days. Never use detergents or soap.
• Keep the food in closed containers. Microorganisms spreading out from uncovered containers can cause unpleasant odors.
• Never keep the food that have expired best before dates and spoiled in the refrigerator.

6.2 Protecting the plastic surfaces

Do not put liquid oils or oil-cooked meals in your refrigerator in unsealed containers as they damage the plastic surfaces of the refrigerator. If oil is spilled or smeared onto the plastic surfaces, clean and rinse the relevant part of the surface at once with warm water.

7 Troubleshooting

Please review this list before calling the service. It will save your time and money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not arising from defective workmanship or material usage.

The refrigerator does not operate.

• The plug is not inserted into the socket correctly. >>> Insert the plug into the socket securely.
• The fuse of the socket which your refrigerator is connected to or the main fuse have blown out. >>> Check the fuse.

Condensation on the side wall of the refrigerator compartment.

• Ambient is very cold. >>> Do not install the refrigerator in places where the temperature falls below 10 °C add 0°F.
• Door has been opened frequently. >>> Do not open and close the door of refrigerator frequently.
• Ambient is very humid. >>> Do not install your refrigerator into highly humid places.
• Food containing liquid is stored in open containers. >>> Store food with liquid content in closed containers.
• Door of the refrigerator is left ajar. >>> Do not leave the doors of your refrigerator open for a long time.
• Thermostat is set to a very cold level. >>> Set the thermostat to a suitable level.

Compressor is not running

• Protective thermic of the compressor will blow out during sudden power failures or plug-out plug-ins as the refrigerant pressure in the cooling system of the refrigerator has not been balanced yet. The refrigerator will start running approximately after 6 minutes. Please call the Authorized Service Agent if the refrigerator does not start at the end of this period.
• The refrigerator is in defrost cycle. >>> This is normal for a full-automatically defrosting refrigerator. Defrosting cycle occurs periodically.
• The refrigerator is not plugged into the socket. >>> Make sure that the plug is fit into the socket.
• Temperature settings are not made correctly. >>> Select the suitable temperature value.
• There is a power outage. >>> Refrigerator returns to normal operation when the power restores.

The operation noise increases when the refrigerator is running.

- The operating performance of the refrigerator may change due to the changes in the ambient temperature. It is normal and not a fault.

Troubleshooting

The refrigerator is running frequently or for a long time.

• New product may be wider than the previous one. Larger refrigerators operate for a longer period of time.
• The room temperature may be high. >>> It is normal that the product operates for longer periods in hot ambient.
• The refrigerator might be plugged in recently or might be loaded with food. >>> When the refrigerator is plugged in or loaded with food recently, it will take longer for it to attain the set temperature. This is normal.
• Large amounts of hot food might be put in the refrigerator recently. >>> Do not put hot food into the refrigerator.
• Doors might be opened frequently or left ajar for a long time. >>> The warm air that has entered into the refrigerator causes the refrigerator to run for longer periods. Do not open the doors frequently.
• Freezer or refrigerator compartment door might be left ajar. >>> Check if the doors are closed completely.
• The refrigerator is adjusted to a very low temperature. >>> Adjust the refrigerator temperature to a warmer degree and wait until the temperature is achieved.
• Door seal of the refrigerator or freezer may be soiled, worn out, broken or not properly seated. >>> Clean or replace the seal. Damaged/broken seal causes the refrigerator to run for a longer period of time in order to maintain the current temperature.

Freezer temperature is very low while the refrigerator temperature is sufficient.

- The freezer temperature is adjusted to a very low value. >>>Adjust the freezer temperature to a warmer degree and check.

Refrigerator temperature is very low while the freezer temperature is sufficient.

- The refrigerator temperature is adjusted to a very low value. >>> Adjust the refrigerator temperature to a warmer degree and check.

Food kept in the refrigerator compartment drawers is frozen.

- The refrigerator temperature is adjusted to a very high value. >>>Adjust the refrigerator temperature to a lower value and check.

Temperature in the refrigerator or freezer is very high.

• The refrigerator temperature is adjusted to a very high value. >>> Refrigerator compartment temperature setting has an effect on the temperature of the freezer. Change the temperatures of the refrigerator or freezer and wait until the relevant compartments attain a sufficient temperature.
• Doors are opened frequently or left ajar for a long time. >>> Do not open the doors frequently.
  • Door is ajar. >>> Close the door completely.
• The refrigerator is plugged in or loaded with food recently. >>> This is normal. When the refrigerator is plugged in or loaded with food recently, it will take longer for it to attain the set temperature.
• Large amounts of hot food might be put in the refrigerator recently. >>> Do not put hot food into the refrigerator.

Vibrations or noise.

• The floor is not level or stable. >>> If the refrigerator rocks when moved slowly, balance it by adjusting its feet. Also make sure that the floor is strong enough to carry the refrigerator, and level.
• The items put onto the refrigerator may cause noise. >>> Remove the items on top of the refrigerator.

Troubleshooting

There are noises coming from the refrigerator like liquid flowing, spraying, etc.

- Liquid and gas flows occur in accordance with the operating principles of your refrigerator. >>>It is normal and not a fault.

Whistle comes from the refrigerator.

- Fans are used in order to cool the refrigerator. It is normal and not a fault.

Condensation on the inner walls of refrigerator.

• Hot and humid weather increases icing and condensation. It is normal and not a fault.
• Doors are opened frequently or left ajar for a long time. >>> Do not open the doors frequently. Close them if they are open.
  • Door is ajar. >>> Close the door completely.

Humidity occurs on the outside of the refrigerator or between the doors.

- There might be humidity in the air; this is quite normal in humid weather. >>> When the humidity is less, condensation will disappear.

Bad odor inside the refrigerator.

• No regular cleaning is performed. >>> Clean the inside of the refrigerator regularly with a sponge, lukewarm water or baking soda dissolved in water.
• Some containers or package materials may cause the smell. >>> Use a different container or different brand of packaging material.
• Food is put into the refrigerator in uncovered containers. >>> Keep the food in closed containers. Microorganisms spreading out from uncovered containers can cause unpleasant odors.
• Remove the foods that have expired best before dates and spoiled from the refrigerator.

The door is not closing.

• Food packages are preventing the door from closing. >>> Replace the packages that are obstructing the door.
• The refrigerator is not completely even on the floor. >>>Adjust the feet to balance the refrigerator.
• The floor is not level or strong. >>> Also make sure that the floor is level and strong enough to carry the refrigerator.

Crispers are stuck.

- The food is touching the ceiling of the drawer. >>> Rearrange food in the drawer.

WARNING: If you cannot eliminate the problem although you follow the instructions in this section, consult your dealer or the Authorized Service Agent. Never try to repair a non-functional product yourself.

If The Surface Of The Product Is Hot.

- High temperatures may be observed between the two doors, on the side panels and at the rear grill while the product is operating. This is normal and does not require service maintenance!

WARNING: If the problem persists after following the instructions in this section, contact your vendor or an Authorized Service. Do not try to repair the product.

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