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USER MANUAL T 5 FNF L HG (TK) INDESIT

Installation and use

GB Two-doors refrigerator-freezer

Instructions for installation and use

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To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend:

• call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer
• always use original Spare Parts

A B C D E F G H M L K J I H

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Diagram of a refrigerator interior showing a double-tier shelf with an arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols present)

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Diagram of a refrigerator with two circular windows and a black arrow pointing to the bottom section (no text or symbols)

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Cross-sectional illustration of a refrigerator interior showing two circular compartments filled with food items (no text or symbols)

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ATTENTION

Read your manual carefully since it contains instructions which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of your appliance.

Your Refrigerator is built to International safety standards (EN60) ans has been awarded the European approval mark (IMQ) for compliance with UK electrical safety requirements. It also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimination of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89).

1. This appliance is designed to be used indoors and under no circumstances should it be installed outside even if protected by a roof. Leaving the appliance exposed to the rain and whether is exceedingly dangerous.
2. The appliance should be used only by adults and exclusively for storing foodstuffs in compliance with the instructions provided in this manual. Under no circumstances should children be allowed to operate, or tamper with, this product.
3. Do not attempt to operate or handle this appliance when barefoot, or with wet hands or feet.
4. It is highly recommended that you do not operate this appliance by connecting it to the power supply with extensions or multiple socket plugs. If the refrigerator has been installed between two cabinets, make sure that the supply chord is not dangerously crimped or trapped beneath a heavy object.

5. Never pull the cable or the appliance to remove the plug from the socket; this is exceedingly dangerous.

6. Do not touch the internal cooling elements, especially if your hands are wet, since you could burn or hurt yourself.

7. Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning off the general switch in your home).
8. Before disposing of your old appliance, remember to break or remove the lock as a safety measure to protect children who might lock themselves inside the appliance when playing. In addition, if the appliance is a new one with a lock, keeo the key out of the reach of small children.
9. If your appliance is not operating properly, read the chapter entitled, "Trouble Shooting", which might help you resolve the problem, before calling an after-sales service centre. Do not attempt to repair the appliance by tampering with the internal components.
10. If the power supply cord must be replaced, please contact one of our Customer Service Centers. In some cases, the connections are made using special terminals and in others a special tool must be used to access the connections.
11. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment for food storage, if these are not those recommended by the manufacturer.
12. At the end of the functional life of your appliance – containing cyclopentane gas in the insulation foam and perhaps gas R600a (isobutane) in the refrigeration circuit – the latter should made safe before being sent to the dump. For this operation, please contact your dealer or the Local Organisation in charge of waste disposal.

Installation

Proper installation of the appliance is essential to ensure the best and most efficient performance of your appliance.

Ventilation

The compressor and condenser generate heat and, therefore, need to be ventilated properly. Rooms with less than perfect ventilation are not very suited for installation of the appliance. Therefore, it should be installed in a room with an opening (window or French window) that provide the appropriate amount of air re-circulation. It is also important that the room not be too humid.

During installation, make sure not to cover or obstruct the grates that allow for proper ventilation of the appliance.

For proper ventilation of the appliance, you must leave:

- a space of at least 10 cm between the top part and any cabinets above it;

- a space of at least 5 cm between the sides of the appliance and any adjacent cabinets/walls.

Away from Heat

Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly exposed to sunlight or near an oven, cook top or the like.

Levelling

The floor should be perfectly level; if not, you can adjust the feet at the front of the appliance.

Earthing

Before making the electrical connection, check that the voltage shown on the data plate, that you will find on the bottom left hand side of the appliance next to the crisper, corresponds to that of your home and that the socket is earthed in compliance with all current electrical regulations. If the system is not earthed, the manufacturer declines all liability for consequent damages or losses. Do not use adapters or multiple sockets. Position the appliance in such a way that you can access the socket where it is plugged in.

Check the power load

The electrical socket must support the maximum power load of the appliance shown on the data plate (on the bottom left hand side of the appliance next to the crisper).

Before plugging the appliance to the mains

Stand the appliance upright and wait at least 3 hours before plugging the appliance into the mains to ensure proper performance.

A closer look

Icedevice

Freezer shelf

"Cool Box" compartment for meat and fish

Fridge compartment temperature adjustment knob

Freezer compartment temperature adjustment knob

Removable height adjustable shelves

Fruit and vegetable drawer

Adjustable feet

Removable door shelf for bottles

Removable door shelf for food products

Beverage can shelves

Removable shelf with lid and egg compartment

Freezer door shelf

A B C D E F G H M L K J I H

How to Start the Appliance

NOTICE

After the appliance has been delivered, stand it in the upright position and wait approximately 3 hours before connecting it to the electrical outlet to guarantee that it operates properly.

Before placing foodstuffs in the refrigerator or freezer, clean the interior well with warm water and baking soda.

After putting the plug in the socket, make sure that the light is on inside the appliance and then turn the thermostat knob (D and E) to the "med" setting. After a few hours have passed, you can place fresh food in the refrigerator compartment and frozen foods into the freezer.

How to use the refrigerator compartment...

The temperature inside your refrigerator is controlled by the thermostat manually. You can set the thermostat knob between MIN and MAX in order to decrease the temperature.

Temperature Settings of the Fridge Compartment

Set the thermostat setting to the medium setting (MED) in order to obtain the most appropriate temperature inside the fridge when the freezer compartment is empty.

When setting the thermostat settings, it is important and should be taken into consideration how often the door of the refrigerator is opened, how much food will be kept inside the refrigerator, and what the room temperature is.

• Contrary to popular belief, cooked foods do not store any longer than raw food.
• Do not place liquids in containers without covering them because this will lead to an increase in the level of moisture within the refrigerator, causing the formation of frost.
• Remember to cool hot food before storing otherwise the temperature inside the appliance will increase, causing the compressor to work harder and use more energy.

WARNING: Do not place any food in direct contact with the air windows in order not to obstruct air flow.

The can rack

The can rack (Fig. 1) on the inner door allows you to store not only cans, but also yoghurt, butter and other containers, according to your requirements.

Illustration of a can being inserted into a device (no text or symbols visible)

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What Not to Store in the Refrigerator

Garlic (transmits odour), onions and leeks.

Bananas (they will turn black).

Citrus fruits.

Potatoes and root vegetables (store in dark, dry places).

Using the "Cool Box" compartment for meat and fish

This compartment was designed to allow for longer preservation times for fresh meat and fish (for as long as a week). This is possible as the coldest temperature of the entire fridge is available inside this specific compartment.

Moreover, the "Cool Box" compartment can also be used to cool dishes that are normally eaten "cold".

The cover of the "Cool Box" is opened towards to the basement of the same compartment (Fig. 2).

Diagram of a refrigerator interior showing horizontal shelves with an arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols)

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How to use the freezer compartment...

Temperature Settings of the Freezer Compartment

Set the thermostat to the medium (MED) or maximum (MAX) in order to freeze foods quickly and to obtain ice immediately.

Set the thermostat to the medium (MED) for normal use and to store frozen foods for long periods.

Set the thermostat to the minimum (MIN) or medium (MED) in order to keep ice cubes frozen and to save energy.

During hot seasons, when the "freezer" knob is turned to "MAX" position, your fridge will operate for elongated period. The thermostat position should be brought to its initial position when the freezer compartment is cooled sufficiently.

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WARNING: Do not place any food in direct contact with the all air windows in the freezer and fast freezer compartment in order not to obstruct air flow.

- For the preparation of food to be frozen, please consult a specialized manual.

- Food that has been thawed, even partially, must not be re-frozen: you must cook it in order to consume it (within 24 hours) or to freeze it once again.

- Fresh foods that you intend to freeze must not be placed in contact with those that are already frozen or those that have been fast-frozen. Rather, they must placed atop the grate in the freezer compartment, in contact with the walls of the compartment (back or side) if possible. Please keep in mind that proper conservation of frozen foods depends on the speed with which they are frozen.

- During the freezing process, avoid opening the door of the freezer.

- The maximum daily quantity of food that can be frozen is indicated on the rating plate located to the left of the vegetable crisper.

- In order to freeze and then thaw foods optimally, it is recommended that you divide food into small portions so that they freeze quickly and uniformly. The packages should be clearly marked with the content and the date they were frozen.

- Do not open the freezer door in the event of a power failure or malfunction. This precaution will slow the rise in temperature within the compartment. If the door is not opened, frozen and fast-frozen foods will remain in their current state for approximately 9-14 hours.

- Do not place full bottles in the freezer: they could easily burst because all liquids increase in volume when they freeze.

- Fill the ice cube trays about 3/4 full.

- If the ambient temperature remains below 14^ for an extended period of time, the temperature needed for extended storage of food in the freezer will not be reached, resulting in reduced storage life of the food.

ICE DEVICE

After pouring water in the special ice cups, place them in their places in the ice device (Fig. 3). After about 2 hours, the ice cubes will be ready. In order to get the ice cubes, it will be sufficient to turn the two buttons to the right. The ice cubes will fall in to the tray below, ready to be used (Fig. 4).

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Illustration of a refrigerator interior showing two circular compartments with food items inside (no text or symbols)

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Guide to Using the Freezer

Meat and Fish

Food Wrapping		Tenderising (days)	Storage (months)	Thawing Time
Beef Roast Tinfoil 2 / 3 9 / 10 Not required.
Lamb Tinfoil 1 / 2 6 Not required.
Pork Roast Tinfoil 1 6 Not required.
Veal Roast Tinfoil 1 8 Not required.
Veal/Pork Chops	Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices)		6 Not required.
Veal/Lamb Cutlets	Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices)		6 Not required.
Minced Meat	In aluminium containers covered with cling wrap.	Freshly minced	2 Slowly in refrigerator.
Heart and Liver Plastic Baggies 3 Not required.
Sausages	Cling Wrap or Tinfoil		2	As necessary.
Chicken and Turkey	Tinfoil 1 / 3 9 Very slowly in refrigerator.
Duck and Goose	Tinfoil 1 / 4 6 Very slowly in refrigerator.
Pheasant, Partrige and Wild Duck	Tinfoil 1 / 3 9 Very slowly in refrigerator.
Hare and Rabbit	Tinfoil	3 / 4	6	Very slowly in refrigerator.
Venison	Tinfoil or Cling Wrap	5 / 6	9	Very slowly in refrigerator.
Large Fish	Tinfoil or Cling Wrap		4 / 6	Very slowly in refrigerator.
Small Fish Plastic Baggies		2 / 3	Not required.
Crustaceans	Plastic Baggies		3 / 6	Not required.
Shellfish	Store in salted water in aluminium containers or plastic containers.		3	Very slowly in refrigerator.
Boiled Fish	Tinfoil or Cling Wrap		12	In hot water.
Fried Fish	Plastic Baggies		4 / 6	Directly in pan.

Fruits and Vegetables

Food Preparation		Blanching Time	Wrapping	Storage (months)	Thawing Time
Apples and Pears Peel	and cut into slices. 2'		In Containers (cover with syrup)	12	In refrigerator very slowly.
Apricots, Peaches, Cherries and Plums	Peel and pit. 1' / 2'		In Containers (cover with syrup)	12	In refrigerator very slowly.
Strawberries Blackberries and Raspberries	Rinse and fry.		In Containers (cover with sugar)	10 / 12	In refrigerator very slowly.
Cooked Fruit Cut, cook and strain.			In Containers (add 10% sugar)	12	In refrigerator very slowly.
Fruit Juice Wash, cut and crush.			In Containers (sugar to taste)	10 / 12	In refrigerator very slowly.
Cauliflower	Remove leaves, cut head into small pieces and blanch in water and a little lemon juice.	2' Plastic Baggies 12 Not required.
Cabbage and Brussel Sprouts	Wash and cut into small pieces.	1' / 2' Plastic Baggies 10 / 12 At room temperature.
Peas	Shell and wash.	2' Plastic Baggies 12 Not required.
French Beans	Wash and slice if required.	2	Plastic Baggies	10 / 12	Not required.
Carrots, Peppers and Turnips	Peel, wash and slice if necessary.	3' / 4'	Plastic Baggies 12 Not required.
Mushrooms and Asparagus	Wash, peel and cut up.	3' / 4'	Plastic Baggies or Containers	6	At room temperature.
Spinach	Wash and mince.	2'	Plastic Baggies	12	At room temperature.
Vegetable for Soups	Wash and cut up in small pieces.	3'	Plastic Baggies or Containers	6 / 7	Not required.
Various Foods	Preparation	Blanching Time	Wrapping	Storage (months)	Thawing time
Bread			Plastic Baggies	4	At room temperature and in the oven.
Cakes			Plastic Baggies	6	About 10 minutes at room temperature, cook at 100/200°C.
Cream			Plastic Containers	6	At room temperature or in refrigerator.
Butter			In original wrapping or tinfoil	6	In refrigerator.
Boiled Food or Vegetable Soup			Plastic or Glass Containers	3 / 6	At room temperature or in hot water.
Eggs			Freeze without shells in small containers	10	At room temperature or in refrigerator.

Tips on Saving Energy

- Install the Appliance Properly

In other words, away from sources of heat and direct sunlight, in a well ventilated room complying with the minimum distances indicated in the paragraph entitled, "Installation/Ventilation."

- Use the Right Temperature Setting

A setting which is too cold increases energy consumption.

- Do not Overfill

To conserve food properly, the cold air must circulate freely within the refrigerator. If it is overfilled, this will prevent proper air circulation, forcing the compressor to work continuously.

- Close the Doors

Open your refrigerator as little as possible because each time you do so you loose much of the cold air. To raise the temperature to the proper level again, the motor must work for a long time, consuming energy.

- Keep an Eye on the Seals

Keep the seals clean and make sure that they adhere well to the door. This alone will ensure that no cold air escapes.

- No Hot Foods

A hot pot or pan placed in the refrigerator immediately raises the temperature several degrees. Let hot cookware and food cool to ambient temperature before placing them in the refrigerator.

- Defrost the Freezer

Check the thickness of the frost on the walls of the freezer and immediately defrost it if the layer of frost is too thick. (see the section entitled, "Keeping your Appliance in Shape").

Keeping Your Appliance in Shape

Cleaning and maintenance

Always unplug the appliance from the mains before cleaning.

- Your appliance is manufactured with hygienic odourless materials. To preserve these characteristics, always use sealed containers for strong smelling foods to avoid the formation of odours that are difficult to remove.

- Use only a water and bicarbonate solution: Clean the internal and exterior of your appliance with a sponge soaked with a warm water and sodium bicarbonate solution, which is also a good disinfectant. If you do not have any sodium bicarbonate at home, use neutral detergent.

- What not to use: Do not use abrasive detergents, bleach or detergents containing ammonia. Never use solvent based products.

- Dishwashable: All the removable parts can be cleaned by soaking in hot soapy water or detergent. If you own a dishwasher, you may wash these parts in the dishwasher. Remember to dry thoroughly before replacing them.

- What about the back panel? Dust may deposit on the back panel and affect the proper running of the appliance. To remove dust, vacuum away the dust very carefully using the appropriate vacuum cleaner accessory.

- Discontinued use of the appliance: If the appliance is not in use for any length of time, remember to clean the interior and dry thoroughly, leaving the doors open to prevent the formation of bad odours and mould.

- How to replace the internal lamp. The lamp for the internal light is situated at the rear of the thermostat box. To replace it, disconnect the appliance from the electricity mains, unscrew the burned out bulb and replace it with another bulb with a wattage no higher than 10 Watt, follow the instructions illustrated in fig. 5.

Diagram showing a screwdriver inserted into a component with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols present)

Fig. 5

Is There a Problem?

The refrigerator does not function.

Have you checked whether:

• The main switch for the electricity to the apartment or home has been turned off;
• The plug is properly inserted in the outlet;
• The outlet is adequate; try inserting the plug into another outlet in the room.

The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool properly.

Have you checked whether:

• The doors do not close well or the seals are faulty;
  • The doors are left open too long;
• The thermostat knob is not on the proper setting;
• The refrigerator or freezer is overfilled.

The food in the refrigerator becomes too cold.

Have you checked whether:

- The thermostat knob is on the proper setting.

The motor runs continuously.

Have you checked whether

• The doors are not closed well or have remained open too long;
  • The ambient temperature is too high;
• The thermostat knob is not on the proper setting.

The appliance makes too much noise.

The gas refrigerant produces a slight noise even when the compressor is not running (this is not a defect).

Have you checked whether:

• The refrigerator is level.

- The appliance was installed between cabinets or objects that vibrate and make noise.

If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or the problem persists, call the nearest Service Centre and inform them of: the type of problem, the abbreviation of the model name (Mod.) and the relative numbers (S/N) written on the rating plate located at the bottom left next to the vegetable crisper (see examples in the figures below).

Mod. RG 2330 220 - 240 V- 50 Hz 150 TI Cod. 93139180000 S/N 704211801 W W Fuse A Max 15 w Total 340 75 Gross Bruto Brut Gross Bruto Brut Compr. R 134 a Test Pressure Syst. P.S-I HIGH-235 Kompr. kg 0,090 LOW 140 Made in Italy 13918 Freez. Capac Class Poder de Cong Clase N kg/24 h 4,0 Classe

Never call on unauthorized technicians and always refuse spare parts which are not originals.

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Technical diagram illustrating the assembly of a refrigerator with labeled steps and component views