KFRC 20163.1 NF EB - Fridge Kernau - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Freestanding fridge-freezer
Brand	Kernau
Model	KFRC 20163.1 NF EB
Total net capacity	315 L
Fridge net capacity	224 L
Freezer net capacity	91 L
Energy efficiency class	A++
Annual energy consumption	241 kWh
Climate class	SN-T (10 °C to 43 °C)
Noise level	42 dB(A)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	186.0 x 60.0 x 65.5 cm
Weight	68 kg
Power supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz
Number of shelves	4 adjustable glass shelves
Number of freezer drawers	3 transparent drawers
Cooling system	No Frost (both compartments)
Ice cube tray	1 included
Door opening	Right-hand, reversible
Fast cooling function	Yes
Defrosting	Automatic (No Frost)
Cleaning recommendations	Unplug before cleaning; use mild detergent and soft cloth
Spare parts availability	Available from official service partners
Repair index (optional)	7.5/10

Frequently Asked Questions - KFRC 20163.1 NF EB Kernau

What is the correct temperature setting for the fridge and freezer?

The recommended fridge temperature is +4 °C and the freezer temperature is -18 °C. Use the electronic control panel to adjust.

Why is my fridge making unusual noises?

Normal operation sounds include humming from the compressor, gurgling of refrigerant, and clicking when defrosting. If noise is excessive, check leveling and that the appliance is not touching walls or cabinets.

How do I activate the fast cooling function?

Press the 'Fast Cooling' button on the control panel. The indicator light will turn on and the fridge will run at maximum power for a set period (usually 6 hours) then return to normal operation.

Does this model require defrosting?

No, the No Frost system automatically prevents ice buildup, so manual defrosting is not needed. However, occasional cleaning of the interior is recommended.

What should I do if the door does not close properly?

Check if the appliance is level, ensure nothing is blocking the door, and that door seals are clean. Adjust the feet if necessary. If problem persists, contact service.

How can I change the door opening direction?

The door is reversible. Refer to the manual for step-by-step instructions involving unscrewing hinges and swapping components. It is recommended to have two people for this task.

What is the maximum ambient temperature for this fridge?

This appliance is rated for climate class SN-T, which means it can operate in ambient temperatures from 10 °C to 43 °C.

How do I clean the condenser coils?

Unplug the fridge, locate the coil at the back or bottom, use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to remove dust. Do not use water or sharp objects.

Can I store fresh food directly in the freezer?

Yes, but for best quality, freeze fresh food in small portions and allow them to cool first. Use airtight containers or freezer bags to prevent freezer burn.

Where can I purchase spare parts or get repairs?

Contact Kernau customer service or authorized service centers. Spare parts are available for at least 7 years after model discontinuation as per EU regulations.

USER MANUAL KFRC 20163.1 NF EB Kernau

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Evaporating tray

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The operating instructions apply to several models. Differences may therefore occur.

FIRE

Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials

INDEX

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 29

General warnings 29

Safety warnings....32

Installing and operating your fridge freezer....33

Before Using your Fridge 34

THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES .... 34

Information about New Generation Cooling Technology 34

Temperature Adjustment Warnings 38

Accessories....39

Ice Tray 39

The Freezer Box 39

The Chiller Shelf....39

The Fresh Dial....40

Adjustable Door Shelf 40

Adjustable Glass Shelf....40

Natural Ion Tech....41

Maxi-fresh preserver 41

ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE 42

Refrigerator compartment 42

Freezer compartment....43

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 46

Defrosting....46

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION 47

Repositioning the Door....47

BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE....48

Tips for saving energy 50

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS ..... 51

DISPOSAL OF USED EQUIPMENT 52

PART - 1. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

General warnings

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.

WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

⚠ WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

WARNING: In order to avoid any hazards resulting from the instability of the appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with the following instructions:

If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this information will be provided on the label of the cooler) you should take care during transportation and installation to prevent the cooler elements from being damaged. R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak due to damage of the cooler elements, move your fridge away from open flames or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the cooler gas circuit.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

- This appliance is intended to homeuse only. - If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

- A specially grounded plug has been connected to the power cable of your refrigerator. This plug should be used with a specially grounded socket of 16 amperes. If there is no such socket in your house, please have one installed by an authorised electrician.

- 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 supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

- Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Children are not expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance of the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old) are not expected to use appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given, older children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can use appliances safely after they have been given appropriate supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance. Very vulnerable people are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or similar qualified persons, in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:

• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.

Notes:

- Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.

- Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.

- This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic environments and for the specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and our company will not be responsible for the losses to be occurred.

- This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for the losses to be occurred in the contrary case.

Safety warnings

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• Do not connect your fridge freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.
  • Do not use damaged, torn or old plugs.
• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.

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• Do not use plug adapter.
• This appliance is designed for use by adults. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands. This may cause a short circuit or electric shock.

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- Do not place glass bottles or cans in the ice-making compartment as they will burst when the contents freeze.

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- Do not place explosive or flammable material in your fridge. Place drinks with high alcohol content vertically in the fridge compartment and make sure their tops are tightly closed.

- When removing ice from the ice-making compartment, do not touch it. Ice may cause frost burns and/or cuts.

- Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes immediately after they are removed from the ice-making compartment.

- Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This may cause health issues such as food poisoning.

Installing and operating your fridge freezer

Before using your fridge freezer for the first time, please pay attention to the following points:

• The operating voltage for your fridge freezer is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
- The plug must be accessible after installation.
- Your fridge freezer may have an odour when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and the odour will fade when your fridge freezer starts to cool.

- Before connecting your fridge freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

- Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no ground contact or the plug does not match, we recommend you consult a qualified electrician for assistance.

- The appliance must be connected with a properly installed fused socket. The power supply (AC) and voltage at the operating point must match with the details on the name plate of the appliance (the name plate is located on the inside left of the appliance).

• We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to ungrounded usage.

- Place your fridge freezer where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.

- Your fridge freezer must never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.

- Your appliance must be at least 50 cm away from stoves, gas ovens and heater cores, and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.

- If your fridge freezer is placed next to a deep freezer, there must be at least 2 cm between them to prevent humidity forming on the outer surface.

- Do not cover the body or top of fridge freezer with lace. This will affect the performance of your fridge freezer.

- Clearance of at least 150 mm is required at the top of your appliance. Do not place anything on top of your appliance.

- Do not place heavy items on the appliance.

- Use the adjustable front legs to make sure your appliance is level and stable.

You can adjust the legs by turning them in either direction. This must be done before placing food in the appliance.

- Clean the appliance thoroughly before use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).

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- Before using your fridge freezer, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate. Then, rinse with clean water and dry. Return all parts to the fridge freezer after cleaning.

• Install the two plastic distance guides (the parts on the black vane -condenser- at the rear) by turning it 90° (as shown in the figure) to prevent the condenser from touching the wall.

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- The distance between the appliance and back wall must be a maximum of 75 mm.

Before Using your Fridge

- When using your fridge for the first time, or after transportation, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This allows efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.

- Your fridge may have a smell when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and the smell will fade away when your fridge starts to cool.

PART - 2. THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES

Information about New Generation Cooling Technology

Fridges with new-generation cooling technology have a different operating system to static fridges. Other (static) fridges may experience a build up of ice in the freezer compartment due to door openings and humidity in the food. In such fridges, regular defrosting is required; the fridge must be switched off, the frozen food moved to a suitable container and the ice which has formed in the freezer compartment removed.

In fridges with new-generation cooling technology, a fan blows dry cold air evenly throughout the fridge and freezer compartments. The cold air cools your food evenly and uniformly, preventing humidity and ice build-up.

In the refrigerator compartment, air blown by the fan, located at the top of the refrigerator compartment, is cooled while passing through the gap behind the air duct. At the same time, the air is blown out through the holes in the air duct, evenly spreading cool air throughout the refrigerator compartment.

There is no air passage between the freezer and refrigerator compartments, therefore preventing the mixing of odours.

As a result, your fridge, with new-generation cooling technology, provides you with ease of use as well as a huge volume and aesthetic appearance.

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Display and Control Panel

NoFrost super 2° 4° eco 6° 8° super -24° -22° -20°! eco -16°

Using the Control Panel

1. It enables the setting value of freezer to be modified and super freeze mode to be activated if desired. Freezer may be set to -16, eco, -20, -22, -24 °C and Super freeze.
2. It enables the setting value of cooler to be modified and super cool mode to be activated if desired. Cooler maybe set to 8, 6, eco, 4, 2^ C and super cool.
3. It is super freeze indicator.
4. It is super cooling indicator.
5. Sr alarm indicator.

Using the Control Panel

Cooler Set Button

The cooler set button allows changes to be made to the temperature of the cooler compartment. Super cool and eco mode can also be activated using this button.

Freezer Set Button

The freezer set button allows changes to be made to the temperature of the freezer compartment. Super freezer and eco mode can also be activated using this button.

Sr Alarm

Sr alarm will change to red if any problems occur.

Operating Your Fridge Freezer

Super Cool Mode

When would it be used?

• To cooling huge quantities of food.
• To cooling fast food.
• To cooling food quickly.
• To store seasonal food for a long time.

Activating Super Cool Mode

Push the cooler set button until the super cool symbol illuminates. The buzzer will sound twice and the mode will be set.

During Super Cool Mode

Super cool mode can be cancelled in the same way it is selected.

Super Freeze Mode

When would it be used?

• To freeze a large quantity of food that cannot fit on the fast freeze shelf.
• To freeze prepared foods.
• To freeze fresh food quickly to retain freshness.

Activating Super Freeze Mode

Push the freezer set button until the super freez symbol illuminates. The buzzer will sound twice and the mode will be set.

During Super Freeze Mode

Super freez mode can be cancelled in the same way it is selected.

Activating Economy Mode

Cooler compartment

• Press the cooler set button until the economy symbol illumintes.
• If no button is pressed for 1 second the mode will be set and the buzzer will sound twice as confirmaiton.
  • To cancel, press the cooler set button.

Freezer compartment

• Press the freezer set button until the economy symbol illumintes.
• If no button is pressed for 1 second the mode will be set and the buzzer will sound twice as confirmaiton.
• oCancel, press the freezer set button.

Screen Saver Mode

Purpose

This mode saves energy by switching off all control panel lighting when the panel is left inactive.

How to Use

• Screen saver mode will be activated automatically after 30 seconds.
• If you press any key while the lighting of the control panel is off, the current machine settings will reappear on the display to let you make any change you wish.
• If you do not cancel the screen saving mode or press any key for 30 seconds, control panel will remain off.

To deactivate the screen saving mode,

• To cancel the screen saving mode, first of all, you need to press any key to activate the keys and then press and hold the freezer set button for 5 seconds.
• To reactivate screen saving mode, press and hold the freezer set button for 5 seconds.

Cooler Temperature Settings

• Press the cooler set button once.
• When you first press the button, the previous value will appear on the setting indicator of the cooler.
• Whenever you press this button, a lower temperature will be set (+8 °C, +6 °C, eco, +4 °C, +2 °C, or super cool).
• If you press the cooler set button until the super cool symbol appears on the cooler setting indicator, and do not press any buttons for 3 second, super cool will flash.
• If you continue to press the same button, it will restart from +8 °C.

Freezer Temperature Settings

• Press the freezer set button once.
• When you first press the button, the previous value will appear on the setting indicator of the freezer.
• Whenever you press this button, a lower temperature will be set (-16 °C, eco, -20 °C, -22 °C, -24 °C, or super freez).
• If you press the freezer set button until the super freez symbol appears on the freezer setting indicator, and do not press any buttons for 3 second, super freezer will flash.
• If you continue to press the same button, it will restart from -16 °C.

Temperature Adjustment Warnings

- It is not recommended that you operate your fridge in environments colder than 10^ C in terms of its efficiency.

- Do not start another adjustment while you are already making an adjustment.

- Temperature adjustments should be made according to the frequency of door openings, the quantity of food kept inside the fridge and the ambient temperature in the location of your fridge.

- In order to allow your fridge to reach the operating temperature after being connected to mains, do not open the doors frequently or place large quantities of food in the fridge. Please note that, depending on the ambient temperature, it may take 24 hours for your fridge to reach the operating temperature.

- A 5 minute delay function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your fridge when connecting or disconnecting to mains, or when an energy breakdown occurs. Your fridge will begin to operate normally after 5 minutes.

- Your appliance is designed to operate in the ambient temperature (T/SN = 10°C - 43°C) intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class displayed on the information label. We do not recommend operating your appliance out of the stated temperature limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

^e Climate class	Ambient ( °C)
T 16 to 4	3 ( °C)
ST 16 to	38 ( °C)
N 16 to 3	32 ( °C)
SN 10 to	32 ( °C)

Important installation instructions

This appliance is designed to work in difficult climate conditions (up to 43 degrees C or 110 degrees F) and is powered with ‘Freezer Shield’ technology which ensures that the frozen food in the freezer will not defrost even if the ambient temperature falls as low as -15 ^ . So you may then install your appliance in an unheated room without having to worry about frozen food in the freezer being spoilt. When the ambient temperature returns to normal, you may continue using the appliance as usual.

Accessories

Ice Tray

• Fill the ice tray with water and place in the freezer compartment.
• After the water has completely frozen, you can twist the tray as shown below to remove the ice cubes.

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The Freezer Box

The freezer box allows food to be accessed more easily.

Removing the freezer box:

• Pull the box out as far as possible
• Pull the front of the box up and out

Carry out the opposite of this operation when refitting the sliding compartment.

Always keep hold of the handle of the box while removing it.

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The Chiller Shelf (In some models)

Keeping food in the Chiller compartment, instead of the freezer or refrigerator compartments, allows food to retain freshness and flavour for longer, while preserving its fresh appearance. When the Chiller tray becomes dirty, remove it and wash with water.

(Water freezes at 0^ C, but food containing salt or sugar freezes at temperatures lower than this).

The Chiller compartment is usually used for storing foods such as raw fish, lightly pickled food, rice, and so on.

Chiller shelf

Do not put food you want to freeze or ice trays (to make ice) in the Chiller compartment.

To remove the Chiller Shelf:

• Pull the chiller shelf towards you by sliding it on the rails.
• Pull the chiller shelf up from the rail and remove it from the fridge.

After the chiller shelf has been removed, it can support a maximum 20 kg load.

The Fresh Dial (In some models)

If the crisper is full, the fresh dial located in front of the crisper should be opened. This allows the air in the crisper and the humidity rate to be controlled, to increase the life of food within.

The dial, located behind the shelf, must be opened if any condensation is seen on the glass shelf.

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Adjustable Door Shelf(In some models)

Six different height adjustments can be made to provide storage areas that you need by adjustable door shelf.

To change the position of adjustable door shelf ;

Hold the bottom of the shelf and pull the buttons on the side of the door shelf direction of arrow. (Fig.1)

Position door shelf the height you need by moving up and down. After you get the position that you want the door shelf, release the buttons on the side of the door shelf (Fig.2) Before releasing the door shelf, move up down and make sure the door shelf is fixed.

Note: Before moving door shelf is loaded, you must hold the shelf by supporting the bottom. Otherwise, door shelf could fall off the due to the weight. So damage may occur on the door shelf or rails.

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Adjustable Glass Shelf (In some models)

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Adjustable glass shelf mechanism provides higher storage spaces with a simple movement. To cover the glass shelf, push it.

You can load your food as you want in the resulting extra space. To bring the shelf in its original position, pull it toward you.

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Natural Ion Tech (In some models)

Natural Ion Tech spreads negative ions which neutralize particles of unpleasant smell and dust in the air.

By removing these particles from the air in the refrigerator, Natural Ion Tech improves air quality and eliminates odours.

Ioniser

• This feature is optional. It may not exist on your product.
• The location of your ioniser device may vary from product to product.

Maxi-fresh preserver (In some models)

Maxi Fresh Preserver technology helps to remove ethylene gas (a bioproduct released naturally from fresh foods) and unpleasant odors from the crisper. In this way, food stays fresh for a longer time.

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- Maxi Fresh Preserver must be cleaned once in a year. The filter should be waited for 2 hours at 65^ C in a oven.

- To clean the filter, please remove the back cover of the filter box by pulling it in the direction of the arrow.

• The filter should not be washed with water or any detergent.

Maxi Fresh Preserver (In some models)

Visual and text descriptions in the accessories section may vary according to the model of your appliance.

PART - 3. ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE

For normal operating conditions, set the temperature +4 or +6 °C.

Refrigerator compartment

• To reduce humidity and avoid the consequent formation of frost, always store liquids in sealed containers in the refrigerator. Frost tends to concentrate in the coldest parts of the evaporating liquid and, in time, your appliance will require more frequent defrosting.
• Never place warm food in the refrigerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool at room temperature and should be arranged to ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator compartment.
• Make sure no items are in direct contact with the rear wall of the appliance as frost will develop and packaging will stick to it. Do not open the refrigerator door frequently.
• We recommend that meat and clean fish are loosely wrapped and stored on the glass shelf just above the vegetable bin where the air is cooler, as this provides the best storage conditions.
• Store loose fruit and vegetable items in the crisper containers.
• Store loose fruit and vegetables in the crisper.
• Storing fruit and vegetables separately helps prevent ethylene-sensitive vegetables (green leaves, broccoli, carrot, etc.) being affected by ethylene-releaser fruits (banana, peach, apricot, fig etc.).
• Do not put wet vegetables into the refrigerator.
• Storage time for all food products depends on the initial quality of the food and an uninterrupted refrigeration cycle before refrigerator storage.
• To avoid cross-contamination do not store meat products with fruit and vegetables. Water leaking from meat may contaminate other products in the refrigerator. You should package meat products and clean any leakages on the shelves.
• Do not put food in front of the air flow passage.
• Consume packaged foods before the recommended expiry date.

NOTE: Potatoes, onions and garlic should not be stored in the refrigerator.

The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major food groups in your refrigerator compartment.

Food Maximum	storage time How and where to store
Vegetables and fruits 1 week	week Vegetable bin
Meat and fish 2 - 3 Days		Wrap in plastic foil, bags, or in a meat container and store on the glass shelf
Fresh cheese 3 - 4 Days On the designated door shelf
Butter and margarine 1 week	week On the designated door shelf
Bottled products e.g. milk and yoghurt	Until the expiry date recommended by the producer	On the designated door shelf
Eggs 1 month On the designated egg shelf
Cooked food		All shelves

Freezer compartment

• The freezer is used for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food, and making ice cubes.
• To use the maximum capacity of the freezer compartment, use the glass shelves for the upper and middle section, and use the lower basket for the bottom section.
• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and any other food which needs to be frozen quickly) more quickly because of the freezing shelf's greater freezing power. Fast freezing shelf is the bottom drawer of the freezer compartment.
• For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal fresh food properly, that is the packaging should be air tight and shouldn't leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil polythene bags and plastic containers are ideal.
• Do not store fresh food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen food.
• Before freezing fresh food, divide it into portions that can be consumed in one sitting.
• Consume thawed frozen food within a short period of time after defrosting
• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment as it will thaw the frozen food.
• Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on food packaging when storing frozen food. If no information is provided food, should not be stored for more than 3 months from the date of purchase.
• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it has been stored under appropriate conditions and that the packaging is not damaged.
• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers and placed in the freezer as soon as possible.
• Do not purchase frozen food if the packaging shows signs of humidity and abnormal swelling. It is probable that it has been stored at an unsuitable temperature and that the contents have deteriorated.
• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, the thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.
• The maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label.
• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, set the refrigerator at 4 °C for 24 hours before placing fresh food into the freezer.
• After placing fresh food into the freezer, change the setting to Z for 24 hours is generally sufficient. After 24 hours, you can reduce the setting if required.

NOTE: If you attempt to open the freezer door immediately after closing it, you will find that it will not open easily. This is normal. Once equilibrium has been reached, the door will open easily.

Important note:

• Never refreeze thawed frozen food.
- The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar, assorted spices, ginger, garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.) changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period of time. Therefore, add small amounts of spices to food to be frozen, or the desired spice should be added after the food has thawed.

• The storage time of food is dependent on the type of oil used. Suitable oils are margarine, calf fat, olive oil and butter. Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
• Food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and other food should be frozen in plastic folios or bags.

The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major food groups in your freezer compartment.

Meat and fish Preparation		Maximum storage time (months)
Steak Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal roast Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8
Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8
Minced meat In packaging without using spices 1 - 3
Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3
Bologna sausage/salami	Should be kept packaged even if it has a membrane
Chicken and turkey Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Goose and duck Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Deer, rabbit, wild boar	In 2.5 kg portions or as fillets	6 - 8
Freshwater fish (Salmon, Carp, Crane, Catfish)	After cleaning the bowels and scales of the fish, wash and dry it. If necessary, remove the tail and head.	2
Lean fish (Bass, Turbot, Flounder)		4
Fatty fishes (Tuna, Mackerel, Bluefish, Anchovy)		2 - 4
Shellfish	Clean and in a bag	4 - 6
Caviar	In its packaging, or in an aluminium or plastic container	2 - 3
Snails	In salty water, or in an aluminium or plastic container	3
NOTE: Thawed frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat. If the meat is not cooked after defrosting, it must not be re-frozen.

Vegetables and Fruits	Preparation	Maximum storage time (months)
String beans and beans	Wash, cut into small pieces and boil in water 10	- 13
Beans	Hull, wash and boil in water	12
Cabbage Clean and boil	in water 6 - 8
Carrot Clean, cut into slices and boil in water 12
Pepper	Cut the stem, cut into two pieces, remove the core and boil in water	8 - 10
Spinach Wash and boil	in water 6 - 9
Cauliflower	Remove the leaves, cut the heart into pieces and leave it in water with a little lemon juice for a while	10 - 12
Eggplant Cut into pieces of 2cm after washing 10 - 12
Corn Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet corn 12
Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10
Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6
Strawberry and Blackberry	Wash and hull	8 - 12
Cooked fruits	Add 10 % of sugar to the container	12
Plum, cherry, sourberry	Wash and hull the stems	8 - 12

	Maximum storage time (months)	Thawing time at room temperature (hours)	Thawing time in oven (minutes)
Bread 4 - 6	2 - 3	4-5 (220-225 °C)
Biscuits 3 - 6	1 - 1,5	5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pastry	1 - 3	2 - 3	5-10 (200-225 °C)
Pie	1 - 1,5	3 - 4	5-8 (190-200 °C)
Phyllo dough	2 - 3	1 - 1,5	5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pizza	2 - 3	2 - 4	15-20 (200 °C)

Dairy products	Preparation	Maximum storage time (months)	Storage conditions
Packet (Homogenized) Milk	In its own packet	2 - 3	Pure Milk – in its own packet
Cheese - excluding white cheese	In slices	6 - 8	Original packaging may be used for short-term storage. Keep wrapped in foil for longer periods.
Butter, margarine	In its packaging	6

PART - 4. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning.

Do not wash your appliance by pouring water on it.

Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps for cleaning the appliance. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When you have finished cleaning, reconnect the plug to the mains supply with dry hands.

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• Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical components.

- The appliance should be cleaned regularly using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.

- Clean the accessories separately by hand with soap and water. Do not wash accessories in a dish washer.

- Clean the condenser with a brush at least twice a year. This will help you to save on energy costs and increase productivity.

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The power supply must be disconnected during cleaning.

Defrosting

Your refrigerator performs automatic defrosting. The water formed as a result of defrosting passes through the water collection spout, flows into the vaporisation container behind your refrigerator and evaporates there.

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• Make sure you have disconnected the plug of your refrigerator before cleaning the vaporisation container.

- Remove the vaporisation container from its position by removing tray the screws as indicated. Clean it with soapy water at specific time intervals. This will prevent odours from forming.

Replacing LED Lighting

To replace any of the LEDs, please contact the nearest Authorised Service Centre.

Note: The numbers and location of the LED strips may change according to the model.

PART - 5.

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION

Transportation and Changing Positioning

• The original packaging and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optional).
• Fasten your appliance with thick packaging, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the packaging.
• Remove all movable parts (shelves, accessories, vegetable bins, and so on) or fix them into the appliance against shocks using bands when re-positioning or transporting.

Always carry your appliance in the upright position.

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Repositioning the Door

• It is not possible to change the opening direction of your appliance door if door handles are installed on the front surface of the appliance door.
• It is possible to change the opening direction of the door on models without handles.
• If the door-opening direction of your appliance can be changed, contact the nearest Authorised Service Centre to change the opening direction.

BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE

Your fridge will warn you if the temperatures for the cooler and freezer are at improper levels or if a problem occurs with the appliance. SR Alarm indicator (⚠️) is displayed in the control panel.

ERROR TYPE	R alarm indicator
MEANING	Warning
WHY	There is/are some part(s) out of order or there is a failure in the cooling process.The product is plugged for the first time or a long-time power interruption for 1 hour.
WHAT TO DO	Check the door is open or not and check if the product working 1 hour. If the door is not open and the product had worked 1 hour, call service for assistance as soon as possible.

What to do if your appliance does not operate;

Check that;

• There is no power,
• The general switch in your home is disconnected,
• The socket is not sufficient. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know which is working into the same socket.

What to do if your appliance performs poorly;

Check that;

• You have not overloaded the appliance,
• The fridge temperature set to MAX.
  • The door is closed perfectly,
• There is no dust on the condenser,
• There is enough place at the rear and side walls.

If your fridge is operating too loudly;

Normal Noises

Cracking (Ice cracking) Noise:

• During automatic defrosting.
• When the appliance is cooled or warmed (due to expansion of appliance material).

Short cracking: Heard when the thermostat switches the compressor on/off.

Compressor noise:

• Normal motor noise: This noise means that the compressor is operating normally.
• The compressor may cause more noise for a short time when it is first activated.

Bubbling noise and splash:

- This noise is caused by the flow of the fridge freezer in the tubes of the system.

If you hear any other noises check that:

• The appliance is level
• Nothing is touching the rear of the appliance

- The objects on the appliance are vibrating.

Water flow noise: Normal flow noise of water flowing to the evaporation container during defrosting. This noise can be heard during defrosting.

Air Blow Noise: Normal fan noise. This noise can be heard in fridges during normal operation of the system due to the circulation of air.

If the edges of fridge cabinet that the door joint contact are warm;

Especially in summer (hot weather), the surfaces that the joint contact may get warmer during the operation of the compressor, this is normal.

If humidity builds up inside the fridge freezer;

- Are all food packed properly? Are the containers dried before placing them in the fridge?

- Are the fridge freezeer's doors opened frequently? Humidity of the room gets in the fridge when the door is opened. Humidity build up will be faster when you open the door more frequently, especially if the humidity of the room is high.

If the doors are not opened and closed properly;

- Do the food packages prevent closing of the door?

- Are the door compartments, shelves and drawers placed properly?

• Are door joints broken or torn?

• Is your fridge freezer on a level surface?

Tips for saving energy

1. Install the appliance in a cool, well-ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight and not near a heat source (such as a radiator or oven) otherwise an insulating plate should be used.
2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool before placing them inside the appliance.
3. Place thawing food in the refrigerator compartment. The low temperature of the frozen food will help cool the refrigerator compartment while the food is thawing. This will save energy. Frozen food left to thaw outside of the appliance will result in a waste of energy.
4. Drinks or other liquids should be covered when inside the appliance. If left uncovered, the humidity inside the appliance will increase, therefore the appliance uses more energy. Keeping drinks and other liquids covered helps preserve their smell and taste.
5. Avoid keeping the doors open for long periods and opening the doors too frequently as warm air will enter the appliance and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
6. Keep the covers of the different temperature compartments (such as the crisper and chiller) closed.
7. The door gasket must be clean and pliable. In case of wear, if your gasket is detachable, replace the gasket. If not detachable, you have to replace the door.

PART - 7.

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS

A 15 16 2 14 3 4 13 5 6 7 B 8 12 9 10 11

This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model.

A) Refrigerator compartment
B) Freezer compartment

1) Wine rack *
2) Refrigerator shelves
3) Ioniser *
4) Chiller *
5) Crisper cover
6) Crisper
7) Freezer upper basket
8) Freezer middle basket

This device has been designed and manufactured of high-quality reusable materials and components.

The symbol of the crossed waste container placed on the product (Fig. A) means that the product is subject to selective collection in accordance with the provisions of Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council. A crossed-out wheelie bin symbol (Fig. B) placed on the product means that the product contains batteries that are subject to separate collection in accordance with the provisions of Directive 2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council. Such marking informs that electrical and electronic equipment and batteries (if any) must not be disposed of with other household waste after the period of use.

The user is obliged to return waste equipment and batteries (if any) to collection points for waste electrical and electronic equipment and batteries (if any). Collectors of such waste, including waste equipment collectors, treatment plants, distributors (shops), municipal waste separate collection points (municipal units), and other entities specified by law form an appropriate system to return this kind of equipment.

Correct disposal of waste equipment and batteries (if any) allows avoiding consequences that may be harmful to health and the environment, caused by the possible presence of hazardous components in the equipment and batteries, and inappropriate storage and processing of such equipment and batteries. Households play an important role in contributing to the reuse and recovery, including recycling, of waste equipment. At this stage, attitudes are formed, affecting the common good, which is a clean natural environment.

Moreover, households are one of the largest users of small equipment and the rational management thereof at this stage affects the recovery of secondary raw materials.

Penalties may be imposed in accordance with national legislation for improper disposal of this product.

If the device has a lock, please remove it for the safety of all persons who may later come into contact with the device.

Some refrigerators and freezers contain insulation material and CFC refrigerant. Therefore, be careful not to pollute the environment when you dispose of your old refrigerator.

TECHNICAL DATA

The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label.

The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database.

Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance. It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate of the appliance.

See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.

INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES

Appliance for any EcoDesign verification shall be compliant with EN 62552. Ventilation requirements, recess dimensions and minimum rear clearances shall be as stated in this User Manual at Chapter 7. Please contact the manufacturer for any other further information, including loading plans.

CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.

When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, Serial Number and Service Index.

The information can be found on the rating plate. Subject to change without notice.

The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of component, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model.

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Overall dimensions1

H1 mm 2010,0

W1 mm 595,0

D1 mm 650,0

1 the height, width and depth of the appliance without the handle.

Space required in use2

H2 mm 2160,0

W2 mm 695,0

D2 mm 744,1

2 the height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air.

Overall space required in use3

W3 mm 981,6

D3 mm 1243,5

^3 the height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air, plus the space necessary to allow door opening to the minimum angle permitting removal of all internal equipment.

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