BONN340-4.1RVA++ - Freezer Frilec - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Freezer
Brand	Frilec
Model	BONN340-4.1RVA++
Climate Class	SN, N, ST, T (+10°C to +43°C)
Refrigerant	R600a (isobutane), flammable
Temperature Control	8 settings (1 warmest, 7 coldest, 0 off)
Door Reversible	Yes, with tools provided
Interior Light	LED type, replaceable by qualified technician
Movable Shelves	Yes, adjustable on runners
Door Balconies	Adjustable in height
Leveling Feet	2 adjustable feet at front
Minimum Clearance	50 mm at sides and back, 100 mm above if under wall unit
Power Supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz (typical, refer to rating plate)
Energy Saving	Remove drawers for larger storage, avoid frequent door opening
Cleaning	With lukewarm water and neutral soap; do not use abrasive cleaners
Defrosting	Manual, do not use mechanical devices; use plastic scraper
Safety Features	Child lock not specified; keep ventilation openings clear
Noise Level	Normal operating sounds (compressor, refrigerant circulation)
Weight	Not specified in manual
Dimensions (approx)	Not specified in manual; typical upright freezer dimensions apply

Frequently Asked Questions - BONN340-4.1RVA++ Frilec

How do I set the temperature on my Frilec BONN340-4.1RVA++ freezer?

Use the thermostat knob inside the freezer. There are 8 settings: 1 is warmest, 7 is coldest, and 0 turns the appliance off. Adjust according to your needs.

Can I reverse the door opening direction?

Yes, the door is reversible. Follow the instructions in the manual using a Philips screwdriver, flat blade screwdriver, and hexagonal spanner. Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty before starting.

How should I clean the freezer?

Unplug the appliance and remove all food. Clean the interior and accessories with lukewarm water and neutral soap. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they can damage the finish.

What should I do if the freezer is not working?

Check that the thermostat is not set to '0', the mains plug is inserted, and the fuse is not blown. If the socket is defective, contact an electrician. For other issues, refer to the troubleshooting section or call a service center.

Why is there water on the floor under the freezer?

The water drain hole may be blocked. Clean it as described in the Care and Cleaning section. Also ensure the appliance is level to prevent water accumulation.

Is the freezer noisy? What can I do?

Some noise from the compressor and refrigerant circulation is normal. If noise is excessive, check that the appliance is level, not touching walls or other objects, and that components are not vibrating against each other.

Can I store hot food in the freezer?

No, do not store hot food or evaporating liquids. Let food cool to room temperature before placing it in the freezer to improve efficiency and prevent damage.

How do I defrost the freezer?

This model requires manual defrosting. Turn off the appliance, remove food, and allow ice to melt. Do not use mechanical devices or sharp objects to remove frost; use a plastic scraper if needed. Clean and dry before restarting.

What safety precautions should I take with children?

Children aged 8+ can use the appliance under supervision. Ensure packaging is kept away to avoid suffocation. If discarding the appliance, remove the door and cut the cable to prevent children from getting trapped.

How do I dispose of the freezer responsibly?

Do not dispose with household waste. Take it to a designated collection point for electrical and electronic equipment recycling. The refrigerant R600a is flammable, so avoid damaging the cooling unit.

USER MANUAL BONN340-4.1RVA++ Frilec

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Installatie

Benodigde ruimte

Positie

Problemen en oplossingen

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.

For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.

Children and vulnerable people safety

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given super vision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

•Children should be super vised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

- Cleaning and user maintain enance shall not be made by children unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.

- Keep all pack aging well away from children. There is risk of suffocation.

- If you are disc arding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent playing children to suffer electric shock or to close themselves into it.

- If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lack unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.

General safety

WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the

Safety information

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 damage the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING! Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacture.

WARNING! Do not touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long period of time because it could be very hot ¹⁾

- Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

- The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental

compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.

- During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.

- avoid open flames and sources of ignition - thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated

- It is dangerous to alter the specific ations or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire and/or electric shock.

- This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - bed and breakfast type environments; - catering and similar non-retail applications.

WARNING! Any electrical components (plug,

Safety information

power cord, compressor and etc.) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel.

WARNING!The light bulb supplied with this appliance is a “special use lamp bulb” usable only with the appliance supplied. This “speciause lamp” is not usable for domestic lighting. ¹⁾

• Power cord must not be lengthened.

• Make sure that the power plug is not squa shed or damaged by the back of the appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.

• Make sure that you can come to the mains plug of the appliance.

- Do not pull the mains cable.

- If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

- You must not operate the appliance without the lamp.

Safety information

•This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
- Do not remo ve nor touch items from the freezer compartment if you hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
- Avoid polonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.

Daily use

• Do not put hot on the plastic parts in the appliance.
• Do not place food products directly against the rear wall.
• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out. ¹⁾
• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufactures instructions. ¹⁾
• Appliance’s manufactures storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
  • Do not place carbonated of fizzy drinks in the

freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance. ¹⁾

- Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance. ¹⁾

Care and cleaning

• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper. ¹⁾
• Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect in te bottom of the appliance. ²⁾

Installation

Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific

paragraphs.

- Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packing.

- It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.

- Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.

- Wherever possible the spacers of the product should be against a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, con-denser) to prevent possible burn.

•The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.

• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance.

Service

• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
- This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Center, and only genuine spare parts must be used.

Energy saving

• Don't put hot food in the appliance;
• Don’t pack food close to together as this prevents air circulating;
• Make sure food don’t touch the back of the compartment(s);
• If electricity goes off, don't open the door(s);
• Don't open the door(s) frequently;
• Don't keep the door(s) open for t oo long time;
• Don’t set the thermosta t on exceeding cold temperatures;
• Some accessaries, such as drawers, can be removed to get larger storage volume and lower energy consumption.

Environment Protection

This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance shall be disposed according to the appliance regulations to obtain from your local authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially the heat exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the symbol are recyclable.

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could

otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Packaging materials

The materials with the symbol are recyclable. Dispose the packaging in a suitable collection containers to recycle it.

Disposal of the appliance

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.

2. Cut off the mains cable and discard it.

This illustration is only for hinting, the detailed appendix please contrast the material object.

Reverse Door

Tool required: Philips screwdriver, Flat bladed screwdriver, Hexagonal spanner.

• Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty.
• To take the door off, it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit on something solid so that it will not slip during the door reversing process.
• All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.
• Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system.

• It's better that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.

• Unscrew hinge cover

1. Open the door and unscrew the top hinge. Then take the door from the cabinet and place it on a soft pad to avoid damage.

1. Remove the cover and screws at left side and fit them to right side.

1. Carefully lie down the rear of cabinet on a soft pad. Remove two leveling feet first. Then unscrew the door hinge and left foot base.

Caution! If there is a screw at left front corner, remove it before install hinge.

Reverse Door

1. Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge pin, turn the bracket over and replace it.

1. Install the hinge at left side and foot base at right side. Then screw two leveling feet with their original parts.

1. Unscrew top hinge pin and mounte it to left hole.

1. Stand up the unit and put the door on the bottom hinge. Make sure the bottom hinge core is inserted in the door hole. Then fit upper hinge with the door. Before tightly fix the upper hinge, try to open the door to check whether the cabinet is sealed well. Finally, screw the hinge cover with hinge.

Installation

Install door external handle (if external handle is present)

Space Requirement

• Keep enough space of door open.
• Keep at least 50mm gap at two sides and back.

Levelling the unit

To do this adjust the two levelling feet at front of the unit.

If the unit is not level, the doors and magnetic seal alignments will not be covered properly.

Positioning

Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance:

Climate class	Ambient temperature
SN	+10°C to +32°C
N	+16°C to +32°C
ST	+16°C to +38°C
T	+16°C to +43°C

Location

The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. Ensure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet. To ensure best performance, if the appliance is positioned below an overhanging wall unit, the minimum distance between the top of the cabinet and the wall unit must be at least 100 mm. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. Accurate leveling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet.

Warning! It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.

Electrical connection

Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power supply. The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a qualified electrician.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not observed.

This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directives.

First use

Cleaning the interior

Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand new product, then dry thoroughly.

Important! Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish.

Temperature Setting

• Plug on your appliance. The internal temperature is controlled by a thermostat. There are 8 settings. 1 is warmest setting and 7 is coldest setting and 0 is off.
• The appliance may not operate at the correct temperature if it is in a particularly hot or if you open the door often.

Accessories

Movable shelves

The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired.

Positioning the door balconies

To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door balconies can be placed at different heights. To make these adjustments proceed as follows: gradually pull the balcony in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, then reposition as required.

Helpful hints and tips

Hints for 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

Hints for refrigeration

Useful hints:

• Make (all types): wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelves above the vegetable drawer.
- For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the most.
• Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc...: these should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.
- Fruit and vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the special drawer(s) provided.
- butter and cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminum foil or polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.
- Milk bottle: these should have a cap and should be stored in the balconies on the door.
- Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the fridge.

Cleaning

For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.

Caution! The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse. Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components, danger of electrical shock! Hot vapors can lead to the damage of plastic parts. The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.

Important! Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g. lemon juice or the juice form orange peel, butyric acid, cleanser that contain acetic acid.

• Do not allow such substances to come into contact the appliance parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaners
• Remove the food from the freezer. Store them in a cool place, well covered.
• Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker of fuse.
• Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
  • After everything is dry place appliance back into service.

Replace the lamp

The internal light is a LED type. To replace the lamp, please contact qualified technician.

Troubleshooting

Caution! Before troubleshooting, disconnect the power supply. Only a qualified electrician of competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in this manual.

Important! There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, refrigerant circulation).

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
Appliance does not work	Temperature regulation knob is set at number “0”.	Set the knob at other number to switch on the appliance.
	Mains plug is not plugged in or is loose	Insert mains plug.
	Fuse has blown or is defective	Check fuse, replace if necessary.
	Socket is defective	Mains malfunctions are to be corrected by an electrician.
The food is too warm.	Temperature is not properly adjusted.	Please look in the initial Temperature Setting section.
	Door was open for an extended period.	Open the door only as long as necessary.
	A large quantity of warm food was placed in the appliance within the last 24 hours.	Turn the temperature regulation to a colder setting temporarily.
	The appliance is near a heat source.	Please look in the installation location section.
Appliance cools too much	Temperature is set too cold.	Turn the temperature regulation knob to a warmer setting temporarily.
Unusual noises	Appliance is not level.	Re-adjust the feet.
	The appliance is touching the wall or other objects.	Move the appliance slightly.
	A component, e.g. a pipe, on the rear of the appliance is touching another part of the appliance or the wall.	If necessary, carefully bend the component out of the way.
Water on the floor	Water drain hole is blocked.	See the Cleaning and Care section.
Side panels are hot.	It's normal. Heat exchange parts are in the sides.	Take gloves to touch sides.

If the malfunction shows again, contact the Service Center.