DRH715JE - Fridge DE DIETRICH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DRH715JE DE DIETRICH

These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Please read these operating instructions carefully before installing the appliance. Ensure you fully understand them before installing or using the appliance. If you are unsure about the meaning of these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.

Domestic Use

• The domestic refrigerators and freezers are designed to be used specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.
• Check the appliance for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed. In the event of damage please contact your retailer.
• This appliance is heavy. The edges and projecting parts of the cabinet may be sharp. Be careful when moving the cabinet and always use gloves.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the appliance
• Do not keep carbonated drinks or bottles in the freezer compartment. The glass bottles may break.
• Ice lollies can cause 'frost/freezer burns' if consumed straight from the freezer.
• It is dangerous to try and alter the specifications or modify this product in any way.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Refer to your local Service Centre, and always insist on genuine spare parts.

Contents

Child Safety

• This appliance is designed to be operated by adults only. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children!
• In case of disposal of the appliance, cut off the supply cable as close as possible and make thelock unusable, to prevent children from closing themselves inside the appliances.

Environment Protection

• This appliance does not contain any refrigerant gases harmful to the ozone layer in its refrigeration circuit and its insulating materials. It must not be scrapped with the urban rubbish and scrap iron in order to avoid damaging the refrigeration circuit and in particular the back of the appliance. Contact your town council for information on the collection of these types of appliances.

The materials used in this appliance, which are used by this symbol, can be recycled.

Disposal of old appliances

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable 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 city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Safety Instructions 14
Disposal 15
Use and Control Before Use / Starting the appliance / Temperature control 15

Internal parts / Explanation of the cold zone signs 16

Hints 17

Maintenance Defrosting / Cleaning / Changing the light bulb 18
Something not Working 19
Customer Service and Spare Parts 19
Technical Specifications 19
Installation Positioning / Electrical connection 20
Door reversal 21
Building-in 22

Notes which are important for your safety or for the proper functioning of the appliance

Supplementary information regarding operation and practical applications of the appliance.

Tips and notes concerning economical and environmentally sound use of the appliance

Disposal

Appliance Packaging Information

• The materials used on this appliance marked with the symbol are recyclable.

PE<=polyethylene
PS<=polystyrene
PP<=polypropylene

All materials are environmentally sound!

Disposal of old Appliances

Information concerning collection schedules or locations can be obtained from your local Council or Environmental Health Office.

Use and Control

Before Use

Wait two hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.

• 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.

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

• Remove safety elements used for transportation.

Starting the appliance

• Insert the plug into the wall socket and turn the thermostat knob clockwise beyond position «O» (OFF).

• Turn the thermostat control to the required setting.

Temperature Control

• The thermostat control situated inside the fridge compartment regulates the temperature of the appliance.

• It allows you to adjust the temperature inside the refrigerator according to use and external conditions.

• Setting „1“ = hightest temperature, warmest setting

• Setting ,6" = lowest temperature, coldest setting.
• Setting _,0^ = O ff

A medium setting is generally the most suitable.

Internal Parts

Storage shelves

• The shelves can be removed for cleaning.
• To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the shelves can be placed at different heights.
• To remove the internal shelf pull forward until it can be tipped up or down and removed.
• Please do the same in reverse to insert the shelf at a different height.

• For better use of space, the front half-shelves can lie over the rear ones.

The glass shelf above the vegetable drawers and the bottle shelf should always remain in position, to ensure correct air circulation.

Bottle holder (not for all models)

• Place the bottles (with the opening facing front) in the pre-positioned shelf. If the shelf is positioned horizontally, place only closed bottles.

• This bottle holder shelf can be tilted in order to store previously opened bottles.

To obtain this result, pull the shelf up so it can rotate upwards and be placed on the next higher level.

Variable door interior

• To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the central door shelf can be adjusted in height.
• Gradually pull the shelf in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, then reposition as required.

• For more thorough cleaning, the top and bottom door sheves can be removed by pulling them in the direction of the arrows, then refitting them in position.

(not for all models)

Some models are equipped with a variable storage box which is fitted under a door shelf compartment and can be slid sideways.

Explanation of the cold zone signs

The symbol shown here on the left indicates the coldest point inside your refrigerator.

Coldest area: below or equal to +4^ C

Meat, poultry, fish, cold cuts, ready-to-eat meals, mixed salads, egg or cream based mixes and cakes, fresh pasta, cake mixes, pizzas/quiches, fresh foods and fresh-milk cheeses, vegetables ready to be used and packed in plastic bags and all other fresh foods whose expiry date is associated with a preservation temperature below or equal to +4^ .

Temperatur indicator

Thermostat must be adjusted

Right Temperature

With the temperature indicator you can keep a check that your refrigerator is working properly.

The indicator shows the "OK" symbol when the coldest area reaches a temperature that is below or equal to 4^ .

If the temperature is higher than 4^ the indicator is black so you must adjust the thermostat to make the temperature drop.

ATTENTION: Keeping the refrigerator door open for a long time will cause the internal temperature to rise. To measure the temperature correctly, it should be read on the indicator within 30 seconds.

i Hints

Saving Energy

• Pay careful attention to where the cabinet is placed. See the section "Installation". When installed correctly the cabinet will consume less energy.
• Try to avoid keeping the doors open for long periods or opening the doors too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
• If the ambient temperature is high, the thermostat knob is on the coldest setting (higher numbers) and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice to form on the evaporator. If this happens, turn the knob to a warmer setting (lower numbers) to allow automatic defrosting and so a saving in electricity consumption.
• Do not place warm foods inside the appliance. Allow warm foods to cool first.
• Keep the heat emitting condenser, the metall grille on the rear wall of your appliance, always clean.

Hints for refrigeration

• Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator and do cover or wrap up the food, particularly if it has a strong smell.

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

• Raw meat (beef, pork, lamb & poultry): wrap in polythene bags and place on top of the salad compartment, this being the coldest spot in the refrigerator.
  Meat can only be stored safely in this way for one or two days at the most.
• Cooked food, cold cuts, jelly, etc.: these should be well covered and can be stored on any of the glass shelves.
• Fruit & vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the bottom drawer.
• Butter & cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to keep out as much air as possible.
• Milk bottles: these should have a top and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door.

Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator.

Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation.

Warning

This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit maintenance and recharging must therefore only be carried out by authorised technicians.

Defrosting

• Defrosting the refrigerator compartment is automatic. The defrost water drains out through a trough into a container at the back of the appliance, above the motor compressor, where it evaporates.

• It is important to periodically clean the defrost water drain hole.

Cleaning

Never use metal objects for cleaning your appliance as it may get damaged.

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 odour.

Clean the inside with warm water and bicarbonate of soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

To guarantee a safe operation of the fridge, once a year remove the ventilation grille at the base and clean the air channels with a vacuum cleaner.

When the appliance is not in use

Disconnect the appliance 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:

• unscrew the light cover securing screws.

• unhook the moving part by pressing it as shown in the figure.
• Replace the bulb by other with another with the same characteristics.

Something not Working

Problems may be due to causes which can easily be solved before calling the Technical Service. Please follow these instructions:

SYMPTOM	SOLUTION
Door does not close	Weight surpasses the storage limit of the door shelf so spread weight more evenly or take some products out. The appliance is not properly installed. Please look in the “Building-in” section.
It is too warm inside the refrigerator	Set a lower temperature. Distribute the food products to allow cold air to circulate around them. Make sure that the door is completely closed and that the insulating strip is complete and clean. The temperature where the cabinet is placed is above normal room temperature.
It is too cold inside the refrigerator.	Set a warmer temperature.
The compressor works continuously.	Turn the thermostat knob to a lower number. The temperature where the cabinet is placed is above normal room temperature. Check that the ventilation is sufficient and that the ventilation openings are unobstructed. The cause could be the introduction of large quantities of food and/or frequent opening/closing of the door.
There is water inside/outside the refrigerator.	Sometimes is normal. During automatic defrosting frost thaws on the cooling plate.
Water comes out on the floor.	Place the drain hose at the back of the cabinet above the drain bowl.
Noises	Sometimes this is normal. Temperature control may cause clicking sounds when the system is connected or disconnected. The injected cooling gas may produce a gurgling sound while passing through the tubes. The motor may cause a humming noise and/or slight bumping. The insulation material used has a tendency to slightly increase noise levels, how ever it allows for much better insulation and a lower energy consumption.

Customer service and spare parts

If you cannot find the remedy for a malfunction in these operating instructions, please contact your dealer or our customer service department and consult the Guarantee card.

Selective ordering of replacement parts can save unnecessary travel and costs.

For this reason always provide the following appliance information:

• Model Name
• Model Number (PNC)
• Serial Number (S-No.)

This information can be found on the rating plate inside the cabenit on the left hand wall. We recommend that you enter this information here, so that it is handy if needed.

Technical specifications

The technical data is indicated in the rating plate on the left side inside the appliance.

Take utmost care when handling your appliance so as not to cause any damages to the cooling unit with consequent possible fluid leakages.

• During normal operation, the condenser and compressor at the back of the appliance heat up considerably. Always ensure that there is adequate ventilation as a failure to do this will result in component failure and possible food loss. See installation instructions.
• Important: if the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service agent.

Positioning

• Unpack the cabinet and check that it is in good condition and free of any transport damage.
• Place the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.
• For safety reasons, minimum ventilation must be as shown in Fig.

Attention: keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction.

• It is necessary that the niche is provided with a conduct of venti-lation having the following dimensions:

Depth 50 mm

Width 540 mm

The climate classification can be found on the rating plate, which is located inside the cabinet on the left hand wall.

The following table shows which ambient temperature is correct for each climate classification:

Climate classification	for an ambient temperature of
SN	+10 to +32°C
N	+16 to +32°C
ST	+18 to +38°C
T	+18 to +43°C

Electrical connection

Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the serial number plate correspond to your domestic power supply.

Voltage can vary by ± 6% of the rated voltage.

For operation with different voltages, a suitably sized auto-transformer must be used.

Important

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 specialist technician.

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

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

• 87/308 EEC of 2/6/87 relative to radio interference suppression.

• 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.

Attention!

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

After reversing the door, make sure the magnetic seal adheres to the cabinet. If the room temperature is cold (e.g. in winter), the seal may not adhere perfectly to the cabinet. In this case, wait until the seal has softened on its own or speed up the process by warming the relevant part with a normal hair-dryer.

TAW1MERA

Dimensions of the recess

It is necessary that the niche is provided with a conduct of ventilation having the following dimensions:

Depth 50 mm

Width 540 mm

Compartment levelling

Door removal

The following assembly steps only apply for doors with rabbet on the right side (supply status). If the door rabbet is provided for on the left side, please carry out the relevant assembly steps on the opposite side.

1. Make the adjustments.

2. Cut the side trim (E).

3. Apply the side trim (E).

4. Insert the grille (N) and the appliance.

5. Fix the appliance.

6. Apply the hole covers.

7. Fit the decorative panel.

8. Fitting the handle.

10. Door alignment (if necessary).

9. Refit the door.

PE<=Polyathylen

PS<=Polystyrol

PP<=Polypropylen

Termostato a regular

Temperatura correcta

1. Efectue as adaptations.

• Modello
• Prod. No. (PNC)
  Ser. No. (S-No.)

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