FD792 - Refrigerator Tricity Bendix - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Fridge-Freezer
Brand	Tricity Bendix
Model	FD792
Dimensions (H x W x D)	145 x 52.5 x 59 cm
Net Capacity - Fridge	177 L
Net Capacity - Freezer	40 L
Star Rating (Freezer)	4-star (***)
Power Supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz
Power Consumption	120 W
Energy Consumption	1.20 kWh/24h
Thermostat Control	Yes, adjustable (knob settings 0-7)
Defrosting - Fridge	Automatic (water drains to tray)
Defrosting - Freezer	Manual (use scraper or full defrost)
Interior Light	Yes, 15 W bulb (replaceable)
Door Reversal	Yes, user-reversible
Temperature Range	Fridge: approx. 0-10°C; Freezer: ≤ -18°C
Freezing Capacity	Up to 3 kg in 24 hours
Shelves (Fridge)	Adjustable glass shelves, door shelves
Storage Features	Salad crisper, dairy compartment, egg tray, bottle rack
Installation Clearance	100 mm top, 25 mm sides, back close to wall
Cleaning Instructions	Warm water with bicarbonate of soda; avoid abrasives
Safety Features	Earthed, child safety (discard old appliance locks)
Guarantee	12 months parts and labour

Frequently Asked Questions - FD792 Tricity Bendix

How do I adjust the temperature?

Turn the thermostat knob clockwise to higher numbers for lower temperature, anticlockwise for higher. A medium setting (2-4) is usually suitable.

How do I defrost the freezer?

When frost reaches 4 mm, use the provided ice scraper. For full defrost, turn thermostat to OFF, remove food, leave door open. Clean and dry before restarting.

Can I reverse the door opening direction?

Yes, follow the instructions in the manual: lay the appliance on its back, unscrew hinges, swap hinges and feet, and reposition the handle.

What should I do if the fridge is not cooling?

Check power supply, fuse, thermostat setting, and ensure air circulation is not blocked. If problem persists, call service.

How should I clean the appliance?

Disconnect from power. Clean interior with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml per 0.5 L water). Never use detergents or abrasive powders. Exterior: warm soapy water.

Why is there water on the bottom of the fridge?

The defrost water drain hole may be blocked. Clean the hole with the special cleaner provided, located behind the salad crisper.

How do I change the interior light bulb?

Switch off and unplug. Unscrew the light cover, pull it out, replace with a 15 W bulb (available from Tricity Bendix service). Refit the cover.

What is the recommended storage time for frozen food?

Follow manufacturer's dates on packaging. Generally, lean meat: 3-6 months, fatty meat: 2-3 months, vegetables: 8-12 months. Use the freezer calendar.

Can I freeze fresh food?

Yes, up to 3 kg in 24 hours. Place fresh food on the freezer shelf (coldest part). Wrap airtight, label with date. Do not refreeze thawed food.

What should I do in case of a power failure?

Keep door closed. If power is off for short time, food remains safe. If thawing begins, cook and consume quickly. Do not refreeze without checking condition.

USER MANUAL FD792 Tricity Bendix

Operating and Installation Instructions

CONTENTS

Warnings. page 3
Conservation page 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
Before using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
The electrical connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6
Door reversal directions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7
Your appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8
Operation page 9
Refrigerator/Freezer - Starting-up and temperature regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
The freezer compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
Temperature control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
Freezing fresh food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
Frozen food storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10
Thawing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10
Ice making. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10
Health and safety guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11
Fresh food refrigeration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12
Positioning the door shelves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12
Defrosting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 13
Maintenance and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14
Internal cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14
External cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14
When the appliance is not in use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14
Changing the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14
What happens if something goes wrong? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 15
Guarantee conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 16
Tricity Bendix Service Centres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 17

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS	Height	145 cm
	Width	52.5 cm
	Depth	59 cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY		220-240 V / 50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED		120 W
AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY		1.20 kWh
GROSS CAPACITY	Fridge	185 l
	Freezer	40 l
NET CAPACITY	Fridge	177 l
	Freezer	40 l
STAR RATING		***

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 SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE IN ORDER THAT THE NEW OWNER CAN GET TO KNOW THE FUNCTIONING OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE RELEVANT WARNINGS.

THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY. YOU MUST READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE APPLIANCE.

■ This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product.
■ Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
■ This product should be serviced by an authorised Tricity Bendix Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts should be used.
- It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way.
■ Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
■ Tricity Bendix domestic refrigerators, freezers and fridge/freezers are designed to be used specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.
- There are working parts in this product which heat up. Always ensure that there is adequate ventilation as a failure to do this will result in possible food loss. See installation instructions.
■ Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Wherever possible, the back of the appliance should be close to a wall but leaving the required distance for ventilation as stated in the installation instructions.
■ Before defrosting, cleaning or maintenance work is carried out, be sure to switch off the appliance and unplug it.
■ Frozen food must NOT be re-frozen once it has thawed out.
- Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.

• The cooling plate or refrigerated freezer shelves in this appliance contain channels through which the refrigerant passes. If these are punctured this would cause substantial damage to the appliance and result in food loss. DO NOT USE SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off frost or ice. Under NO circumstances should solid ice be forced off the lining or shelves. Solid ice should be allowed to thaw, when defrosting the appliance. See Defrost instructions.
• The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is turned on in order to allow the refrigerant to settle.
  ■ This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
• Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or “frost/freezer burns”.
• Ice lollies can cause "frost/freezer burns" if consumed straight from the freezer.
  ■ Manufacturers' storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
  ■ Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local Tricity Bendix Service Centre and always insist on genuine spare parts.

CONSERVATION

In the interests of the Environment:

When disposing of your old fridge, freezer or fridge/freezer.

Help to keep your country tidy – use authorised disposal sites for your old appliances.

For maximum efficiency:

Make sure that the appliance is cleaned properly.

Make sure that the door is closed properly.

Do not position the appliance near to sources of heat.

Do not over-fill your appliance, air MUST be allowed to circulate.

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 you choose for your appliance, you may wish to reverse the way in which the door opens. To do this, refer to instructions on "Door reversal directions" paragraph.

Positioning

For this appliance to work efficiently, it should be located away from heat sources, e.g. cookers, radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. This also includes locations or rooms where the ambient temperature reaches above 32 degrees C or drops below 10 degrees (e.g. conservatories).

You should also ensure that air can circulate freely around the back and the top of the cabinet. There must also be at least 100 mm (4") distance between the top of the cabinet and any overhanging kitchen furniture (Fig. 1-A). Ideally, the appliance should not be positioned beneath overhanging furniture (Fig. 1-B).

There should also be a gap of 25 mm either side of the appliance. Do not obstruct the space underneath. The back of the cabinet may be placed close to the wall but must not touch it. DO NOT install in places with restricted ventilation.

Adjust the level of the appliance by screwing out the adjustable foot, or feet, at the bottom of the cabinet using your fingers or a spanner (see Fig. 2).

Technical diagram showing a screw fastener mounted on a base with two directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Before using

Remove all securing tapes. Wash inside the appliance with lukewarm water and a little bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0.5 litre of water). Do not use soap or detergent as the smell might linger. Dry thoroughly.

The electrical connections

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.

If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted.

Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.

The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13amp socket in another part of your home.

Important

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow - Earth

Blue - Neutral

Brown - Live

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

Fig. 3

Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «E» or the earth symbol ⊕ or coloured green and yellow.

Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «N» or coloured black.

Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «L» or coloured red.

The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse. For replacement, use a 13amp BS1362 fuse. Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.

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.

A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local Tricity Bendix Service Centre whose address is listed in the Customer Care Booklet which accompanies your instruction manual.

This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directive No. 87/308 of 2.6.87 relative to radio interference suppression.

CE This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:

• 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
• 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.

Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown.

Door reversal directions

Important

Before carrying out the operations described below unplug the mains lead from the wall socket.

To carry out this reversal, proceed as follows:

a) Gently lay the fridge-freezer on its back with the top held away from the floor by 5-8 cm (2-3 inches) of packing.
b) Using a PHILLIPS screwdriver remove the top hinge (Fig. 4).
c) Slide out the upper door from the middle hinge.
d) Unscrew the left levelling foot.
Unscrew the right levelling foot (H), hinge (I) and the stop (L) (Fig. 5) and refit them on the left side.
Refit the other foot on the right side.
e) Slide out the lower door from the middle hinge.
f) Remove the middle hinge.
g) Remove the plastic plugs from the screw holes of the new top & middle hinge location and refit them in the holes on the opposite side.
h) Remove the screws from the new location of the bottom hinge and refit them in the free holes on the opposite side.
i) Refit the middle hinge as shown in Fig. 6, i.e. upside-down with respect to the previous position.
j) Replace the lower & upper door making sure that the pins of the middle hinge fit into the corresponding bushing on the door.
I) Replace the bottom hinge on the left side of the lower base of the cabinet (the fastening holes are already provided). Refit the top hinge (Fig. 4).

Important

The central hinge is designed to allow a certain amount of side clearance (play), i.e. approx. 3 mm horizontally, which makes it easy to line up the two doors by proceeding as follows:

Loosen the two screws securing the hinge to the cabinet.

Carefully position the hinge until the two doors are perfectly aligned, then firmly screw down the hinge in its new setting (position).

Remove the handle by unscrewing the two fastening screws.

Remove the plastic plugs from the screw holes of the new handle location and refit them in the free holes on the opposite side;

Refit the handle upside-down, on the opposite side of the door.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical bracket assembly with screws and mounting holes (no text or symbols)

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with screws and a tool (no text or symbols)

Fig. 6

Line drawing of a hand using a tool to lift a mechanical component, with no visible text or symbols

Fig. 7

A - Freezer calender (recommended storage times for frozen foods)
B - Dairy compartment (for dairy products to prevent tainting)
C - Shelf with egg trays
D - Bottle storage shelf
E - Salad crisper (to keep fruit and vegetables fresh)
F - Glass shelf (for storing fresh meat)
G - Drain channel
H - Cooked foods storage shelves
I - Thermostat control for both compartments
J - Frozen food storage
K - Ice trays
L - Shelf for freezing fresh foods

Refrigerator/Freezer - Starting-up and temperature regulation

Insert the plug into the wall socket. Open the refrigerator door and turn the thermostat knob, to be found on the upper right side of the inner liner, clockwise, from the «O» position, to start the appliance.

Temperature adjustment is obtained by turning the thermostat knob to the required setting. A medium setting of between 2-4 is generally the most suitable.

However, the thermostat knob setting should be adjusted depending on the temperature required inside the appliance.

This, in turn, depends on a number of factors such as the ambient temperature, the number of times the door is opened, the quantity of food stored and the location of the appliance.

Turn the knob clockwise, to higher numbers, to obtain a lower temperature, or anticlockwise if a higher temperature is required.

Important

If the fridge is not defrosting correctly, it is possible that because a very low temperature has been selected, the motor is working continuously, which prevents the defrost cycle from operating.

To ensure correct defrosting, a lower number should be selected on the thermostat and you should notice that the motor cuts out from time to time, which is correct.

If you wish to return to a lower temperature, turn the thermostat to a higher number, however you should turn the setting lower occasionally to allow automatic defrosting.

The freezer compartment

The four-star freezer compartment is suitable for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing fresh foods.

Temperature control

The temperature within the freezer is controlled by the same thermostat which controls the temperature within the fridge. Normally, it is not necessary to adjust the thermostat setting when freezing fresh food.

Freezing fresh food

In any 24 hours you can freeze up to 3 kg.

Place food to be frozen on the shelf of the freezer as this is the coldest part.

The food to be frozen must be fresh and of the best quality.

The size of each pack should be small enough to ensure that it is used in one go. Small packs freeze quickly.

Frozen food, once thawed, must not be refrozen. Lean food keeps better and longer than fatty food, salt reduces the storage time.

Wrap the food in polythene or aluminium freezing bags or foil so that they adhere to the food and provide an airtight seal. Stick a label on each pack showing the contents and date of freezing. This makes it easy to check storage times.

Never place hot food, bottles or cans of fizzy drink in the freezer as they may explode. Containers with a lid must not be filled to the brim.

Do not open the door or place extra fresh food in the freezer next to food which is already frozen as this could cause the temperature of the frozen food to rise and its quality and storage life to reduce.

Warning

After having closed the freezer door, wait 1 or 2 minutes before trying to open it again. The vacuum created inside the freezer makes it difficult to re-open immediately.

Frozen food storage

If the freezer has been out of use for some time, we advise you to run your appliance for at least two hours with the thermostat control to the highest number before storing frozen food.

Storing ready-frozen foods is quite straightforward. The packs can be placed beside each other or on top of each other.

You are strongly advised to place ready-frozen food in the compartment as quickly as possible after purchase. Also ensure that the external packaging is intact.

Packaging which is swollen or has traces of refrozen water droplets on the pack could indicate that the product has not been kept at a suitable temperature and that it may have lost its original quality. Partially thawed food must not be refrozen, it must be consumed within 24 hours. Never exceed the storage times indicated.

Do not open the freezer door too often and do not leave open longer than necessary.

Important

Do not consume ice-lollies which have just come out of the freezer. Their extremely low temperature can cause frost burns.

Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or "frost/freezer burns".

Caution

In the event of a power cut the food in the freezer will not be affected if the power cut is short and if the freezer is full. Do not open the door. Should the food begin to thaw, it must be consumed quickly and must not be re-frozen.

Thawing

Food can be thawed in a number of ways, depending on the type of food and the size of the packs.

Meat, fish and fruit should be thawed in the refrigeration compartment and small pieces of meat or poultry can even be cooked while still frozen, but you must ensure that it is thoroughly cooked through.

Vegetables should be directly immersed in boiling water; ready-cooked dishes can be placed directly in the oven in their aluminium wrapping.

A microwave oven is particularly suitable for thawing any type of frozen or deep-frozen food: follow the oven instructions, particularly regarding the placement of aluminium wrapping in the oven.

Ice making

Fill the ice trays with water to the top of each ice cube compartment, and place them in the freezer compartment. To release the ice cubes, twist the tray along its length.

Never use a sharp instrument to remove the ice trays.

HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

Because of consumer demand, preservatives have been removed from many pre-prepared food. 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. Tests showed that the temperature of 1 litre of orange juice rose to 22°C in an hour between the supermarket and home. It then took 11 hours to get down to 7°C in the refrigerator.
• Keep the refrigerator door closed as much as possible. Remember that warm air is flowing in as you are deciding what to have for tea!
• Do not push food together too much, try to allow air circulate around each item.
• Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do NOT place in the refrigerator or freezer until cool. (Leave food in a place as cool as possible in order that it can then be placed in the refrigerator or freezer as soon as possible).
• Do NOT mix raw and cooked meat, they must be in separate containers. Take care not to let the meat juices drip onto other food. If the meat does drip, remove everything and clean thoroughly.
  ■ Do not store food uncovered.
  ■ The best way to defrost food is to put it in the refrigerator to thaw slowly.

■ Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and clean the interior with a solution of bicarbonate of soda in warm water (5ml to 0.5 litre of water).
■ Never allow spillages to dry and harden.
■ Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best.
- It is important that food is used before its “best before” date.
■ Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the refrigerator door. Discard any broken or chipped eggs.
■ Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to ensure that it is clean and free from bits and pieces.
■ Always wash your hands with soapy water and dry them with a clean towel before handling food.
- Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross contamination by not using the same work surface or knife, without washing them thoroughly in between.
■ Use kitchen roll wherever possible for cleaning up food. If you use a dishcloth, be sure to boil it frequently.

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.

To help you use your refrigerator correctly, here are some more useful hints:

Raw meat and poultry: wrap in polythene bags and place on top of the salad crisper.

Meat can only be stored safely in this way for one or two days at the most.

Fruit & vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the bottom salad crisper.

Butter & cheese: these should be placed in special air-tight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.

Milk bottles: these should have a cap and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door.

The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with runners so that shelves can be positioned as desired (Fig. 8).

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Positioning the door shelves

To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door shelves can be adjusted in height.

To make these adjustments proceed as follows:

Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, then reposition as required.

Diagram of a container with a curved lid and circular indentations, showing an upward arrow (no text or symbols)

Fig. 9

Defrosting

Refrigerator

The refrigerator automatically defrosts every time the compressor stops. The water is discharged, via the pipe, into a tray located at the back of the appliance above the compressor, where it evaporates.

Important

To avoid defrost water overflowing into the fridge, periodically clean the water discharge hole in the centre of the V shaped drip collector at the back of the refrigerator compartment behind the fruit and vegetable drawer. Use the special cleaner provided which you will find already inserted into the discharge hole (Fig. 10).

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.

For complete defrosting (once or twice a year) proceed as follows:

• turn the thermostat dial to the «OFF» position (O) or disconnect the appliance from the mains.
• Remove any food from inside the freezer and fridge, wrap it in several sheets of newspaper and store in a cool place.
• Leave the door open.
  – Clean and dry thoroughly.
• Reconnect the appliance to the mains or reset the thermostat to a functioning position.

Important

When defrosting the freezer, the fridge is also controlled by the thermostat and will not be operational during this period.

Attention!

In the event of a power failure causing the temperature within your freezer to rise, do not re-freeze the food without checking its condition. The following guidelines should assist you.

Ice-cream: once thawed should be discarded.

Fruits & Vegetables: if soft should be cooked and used up.

Breads & Cakes: can be re-frozen without danger.

Shellfish: should be refrigerated and used up quickly.

Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up.

Large Pieces of Meat: can be re-frozen providing there are still ice crystals remaining within them.

Small Joints: should be cooked and can then be re--frozen as cooked dishes.

Chicken: should also be cooked and re-frozen as a cooked dish.

Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.

Internal cleaning

Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly.

NEVER USE DETERGENTS, ABRASIVE POWDERS, HIGHLY PERFUMED CLEANING PRODUCTS OR WAX POLISHES, TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR AS THESE WILL DAMAGE THE SURFACE AND LEAVE A STRONG SMELL.

Clean the drain hole of the water trough at regular intervals and make sure that the drain hole is never obstructed, so that the defrost water may flow freely.

External cleaning

Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products.

Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grill) and the compressor at the back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, see Fig. 11.

Fig. 11

You MUST ensure that the appliance is switched OFF. An accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause excessive electricity consumption.

When the appliance is not in use

When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all foods and clean the appliance, leaving the doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.

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, see Fig. 12.

Illustration of a hand using a screwdriver to adjust a mechanical component (no text or symbols visible)

Fig. 12

Unscrew the light cover and then pull it outward toward the middle of the cabinet. Unscrew the bulb and replace it with a new 15 watt bulb (available from your nearest Tricity Bendix Service Centre).

Replace the light cover by sliding it into its original position and replacing the screw.

WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG?

Before contacting your local Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre, check the following points:

The appliance does not work...

Check that:

■ There is power at the socket.
■ Ensure that there is not a power cut by checking the household lights.
■ The fuse has not blown.
■ The air circulation passages are not covered.
■ The thermostat dial is in the correct position.

Vibration or abnormal noises...

• You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils of tubing at the rear, to the cooling plate/evaporator. When the compressor is on, the refrigerant is being pumped round, and you will hear a whirring or pulsating noise from the compressor.
  A thermostat controls the compressor, and you will hear a faint “click” when the thermostat cuts in and out.

Traces of water on the bottom of the fridge compartment...

Check that:

■ The defrosting water discharge hole is not obstructed.

The light does not come on...

Check that:

■ The bulb is fitted correctly.
■ Replace the bulb if it has blown.

Fridge does not defrost...

Check that:

■ The thermostat setting is not too high (see page 9).

Other points to check...

Check that:

■ Have you turned the thermostat to the correct setting?
■ Have doors been left open causing the temperature to rise?
- Sometimes the freezer door will be difficult to open shortly after you have closed it. Don't worry this is due to pressure difference which will quickly equalise and allow the door to open normally.

If, after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Tricity Bendix Service Centre. Please make sure you give the model and serial number of the appliance. This information can be found on the rating plate inside the fridge compartment on the left side behind the vegetable drawer, or on the guarantee certificate.

Original spare parts can be purchased from Tricity Bendix Service Centres.

In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.

Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in-guarantee service calls.

PEACE OF MIND FOR TWELVE MONTHS

Guarantee conditions

We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if, within twelve 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 ANY 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.
- The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions.
■ The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us.

All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Tricity Bendix service representative or authorised agent.

Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the property of Tricity Bendix.

This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a charge will be made.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

■ Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic, or vacuum cleaner drive belts, brushes or dust bags.
■ Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United Kingdom.
■ Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are the subject of rental agreements.
■ Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture which are NOT marketed by Tricity Bendix.
- EEC Countries - The standard guarantee is applicable but is subject to the owner's responsibility and cost to ensure the appliance meets the standards set by the country to which the product is taken. Proof of purchase may be required. Tricity Bendix Aftersales Service in the country concerned, with whom Tricity Bendix have an arrangement, will be pleased to advise further.

Tricity Bendix After Sales Service Service Centres Addresses

CENTRE POSTAL DISTRICTS SERVICE APPTS. ADDRESS
ABERDEEN AB 01224-696569 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service			Northeast Appliance Service, 8 Cornhill Arcade, Cornhill Arcade, Aberdeen, AB2 5UT
ARGYLL PA24-61 01369-703161 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service			T.D.C. Refrigeration, Briar Hill, 7 Hill Street, Duncon, Argyll, PA23 7AL
BARNSTAPLE EX18-23, 31-39 01271-328826 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service			Mc Bain Refrigeration, Unit 4 Upcott Avenue,Pottington Industrial Estate, Barnstaple, N. Devon, EX31 1HN
BORDERS TD 01573-224411 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service			James Stewart & Son, 2-8 Wood Market,Kelso, Borders, TD5 7AX
BRISTOL BA BS TA SP 0117-9211876 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service			Unit BE46, PO Box 372, Bristol, BS 99 1UD
CANVEY E EC EN N NW W WC	0181-443-3464	Tricity Bendix After Sales Service
AL CB HA HP LU MK SG	0181-965-9699	2-4 Sandhurst,
UB WD	0181-965-9699	Kings Road, Canvey Island, SS8 0QY
CM CO IG RM SS	01268-694144
IP NR PE14-19, 30-38	01603-667017
CARDIFF CF NP1-4, 6, 9-44 SA1-18	01222-460131 Tricity	Bendix After Sales Service
SA21-32		Guardian Industrial Estate, Clydesmuir Road,Tremorfa, Cardiff, CF2 2QS
CUMBRIA	CA 01228-594747 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service		ETB Services, Carlisle Enterprise Centre, James Street,Carlisle, CA2 5AP
DUMFRIES &GALLOWAY	DG1-14	01387-265166 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceAllan Crossan (service), 93 Irish Street, Dumfries, Scotland, DG1 2PQ
DUNDEE	Parkinson Cowan Gas Only	01382-642828	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceTayside Refrigeration, 3-7 Blackness Street,Dundee, DD1 5LR
DUNDEE	DD1-14PH8-18	01250-876285 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceI Brogan Domestics, 41 Leslie Street,Blairgowrie, Perthshire, PH10 6AT
GLASGOW	EH FK G KA KY1-16 MLPA1-23 PH1-7	0141-647-4381	Tricity Bendix After Sales Service20 Cunningham Road, Clyde Estate, Rutherglen, Glasgow, G73 1PP
GUERNSEY	All Codes	01481-46931	Guernsey ElectricityPO Box 4., Vale Guernsey, Channel Islands
HAVERFORDWEST	SA33-39SA41-44SA61-73	01437-710914 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceC Butherway, 1 Church Road, Roch, Haverfordwest,Dyfed, SA62 6AG
HEREFORD	HR1-9 LD1-8 SY7,18NP5 NP7-8	01432-340334 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceDomestic Repair Centre, Unit 3 Bank Buildings,Cattle Market, Hereford, HR4 9HX
HULL	YO4 YO11-18 YO25HU1-19 DN14	01482-585678 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceJohn Sizer, Unit 1 Boulevard Unit, Factory Estate, Hull, HU3 4AY
INVERNESS	IV1-28, 30-36, 52-56PH19-26, 42-44 KW1-14	01463-792952 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceHighland Appliances, Unit 3B3 Smithton Industrial Estate,Smithton, Inverness
INVERNESS	PH30-41 IV40-51	01855-821315	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceGeorge Ross Electrical, Forrestry Workshop,Inchree, Onich, Inverness-shire, PH33 6SE
ISLE OF WIGHT	PO30-41	01983-872552	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceWyatts Electrical Service, 4 Forelands Road,Bembridge, I O W, PO35 5XW
ISLE OF ARRAN	KA27	01770-302909 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceArran Domestics, Unit 4 The Douglas Centre,Brodick, Isle of Arran, KA27 8AJ
ISLE OF MAN	IM	01624-663455 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceManx Electricity, Service Workshop,North Quay, Douglas, Isle of Man
ISLE OF MULL	PA62-75 01688-302262 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service		B Hogg, Braeside, Raeric Road,Tobermory, Isle of Mull, PA75 6PU
JERSEY	ALL CODES	01534-505050 Jersey Electricity CompanyPO Box 45 Queens Road, St Helier JE4 8NY,Jersey, Channel Islands
LAMPETER	SA19,20 SA40 SA45-48SY23-25	01570-423020 Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceLampeter Domestic Appliance Service,Unit 16 Lampeter Industrial Estate, Lampeter, SA48 7DY

Tricity Bendix After Sales Service Service Centres Addresses

CENTRE POSTAL DISTRICTS SERVICE APPTS. ADDRESS
LANCASTER LA1-23 01772-316175 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service			NL Services, Unit 333 Ranglet Road, Walton Summit,Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancs, PR5 8AR
LEEDS BD DN1-7, 10-12 HD HG HXLS S WF YO1-3, 5-8 DENG-1-22 & 25		0113-2608511 Tricity	Bendix After Sales Service64-66 Cross Gates Road,Leeds, LS15 7NN
LINCOLN DN21 sub codes 1,2 & 5 onlyLN 1,2,4-6LN3 sub codes 4,5 onlyLN8-10 NG23,24 31-34 PE1-13, 20-25		01522-514603 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceBrian Hudson, Unit 8 Stonefield Park,Clifton Street, Lincoln, LN5 8AA
LIVERPOOL FY PR L WN CH CW WA(Not WA14/15)		0151-2541724 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit 1 Honeys Green Precinct, Honeys Green Lane,West Derby, Liverpool, L12 9JH
MANCHESTER BB BL OL M SKWA14 & 15 only		0161-4777758 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit 30 Oakhill Trading Estate, Devonshire Road,Worsley, Manchester, M28 3PT
NEWTON ABBOTT EX1-17 TQPL1-9,16,19-21		01626-65909 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceSouth West Domestic Service, Unit 2 Zealley Industrial Estate,Kingsteignton, Newton Abbott, South Devon, TQ12 3SJ
NORTH WALES LL 01745-591616 Tricity Bendix After Sales Service			GMS (Cymru), Unit 2 Coed - Parc, Abergele Road,Rhuddlan, Clwyd, Wales, LL18 5UG
NORTHERN	DL TS DH YO21,22DH NE SR	01325-3014000191-493-2025	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServicePO Box 40 Preston Road, Aycliffe Industrial Estate,Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6XA
NORTHERNIRELAND EAST	BT1-30, 36-57, 63-67	01232-746591 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit C3, Edenderry Industrial Estate,326, Crumlin Road, Belfast, BT14 7EE
NORTHERNIRELAND WEST	BT31-35, 60-62, 68-82, 92-94	01861-510400 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceG & O (Armagh) Service, Owenmore House, Kilwee Business Park, UpperDunmurray Lane, Belfast, BT17 OHD
NUNEATON	B1-48 62-79, 90-94, DY STWS WVNNCV LE	0121-358-70760121-358-505101993-70441101203-350420	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit 23-24 Alliance Business Park, Townsend Drive,Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 6RX
ORKNEY	KW15-17	01856-875457 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceRefrigeration Sales and Services, Hatson Ind. Estate,Kirkwall, Orkney
REDDITCH	GL OX WR SNB49, 50, 60, 61, 80, 95-98.,	01527-512919 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceHeming Road, Washford, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0DH
REDRUTH	TR1-20,26,27PL10-15,17,18, 22-35	01209-314407 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceCornwall Domestic Service, Unit 7D Pool Industrial Estate, Wilson Way,Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 3QW
ROTHSAY	PA20	01700-504777 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceD McGlashan Walker, Walker Engineering, Glenmhor,Upper Serpentine, Rothesay, PA20
SHETLAND	Own Sales	01595-692225 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceTait Electronic Systems Ltd, Holmsgarth Road,Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PW
SHETLAND	Own Sales	01595-692855 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceBolts Shetland Ltd, 26 North Road, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PE
SHETLAND	ZE2	01806-566546 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceLeask Electrical, Harsdale, Symbister, Shetland, ZE2 9AA
SHREWSBURY	SY1-6 SY8-17 SY19-22 TF	01743-450279	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceBLI Service, 6 Harlescott Bam, Harlescott Lane, Shrewsbury, SY1 3SY
SOUTH COAST	BN16-18, GU27-35PO1-22. BH DT SOTR21-25	01705-66741101705-6674110117-9211876	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceLimberline Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5JJ
SOUTH HUMBERSIDE DN8,9 DN15-20DN21 Sub codes 3,4 onlyDN31-40 - LN (3 sub code 6 only), 7LN11-13		01472-267978 Tricity	Bendix After Sales ServiceJohn Robinson (Electrical), Unit 74 New Enterprise Centre,King Edward Street, Gt. Grimsby, DN31 3JP
TONBRIDGE	SL GU1-26.RGCT DA ME TNBN1-15 20-27 RHTW BR CR SE SW SM KT	01252-2450501732-35772201273-6943410181-658-9069	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit 30, Deacon Trading Estate, Morley Road,Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1RA

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