CNF 253 C S742C - Fridge VALBERG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CNF 253 C S742C VALBERG

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Table of Contents

A Product overview

Parts

B Product usage

Installation
User control panel
Daily use
Helpful hints and tips

Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning and maintenance Troubleshooting

A Product overview

Parts

A Led light

E Crisper

B Temperature control knob

Freezer drawers

C Fridge shelves

Leveling feet

D Crisper cover

Fridge balconies

Note: Above picture is for reference only. Real appliance probably is different.

Installation

Space Requirement

• Select a location without direct exposure to sunlight;
• Select a location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily;
• Select a location with level (or nearly level) flooring;
• Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface;
• Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when installing. This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower.
• Keep at least 50mm gap at two sides and back.

Positioning

Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corre sponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance: for refrigerating appliances with climate class:

• extended temperate: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10^ to 32^ ; (SN)
• temperate: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16^ to 32^ ; (N)
• subtropical: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16^ to 38^ ; (ST]
• tropical: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16^ to 43^ ; [T]

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 50~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.

This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

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.

Door Reversibility

Before reversing the door, please be prepared below tools and material: straight screwdriver, cross screwdriver, spanner and the components included in the poly bag:

Left door hinge cover x 1

Left aid-closer on upper door x 1

Left aid-closer on lower door x 1

1. Unscrew top hinge cover and then unscrew the top hinge.

Then lift upper door and place it on a soft pad to avoid scratch and damage.

1. Remove the top left screw cover.

B Product usage

1. Take off the upper door, take out the screw from the middle hinge by cross screwdriver, then take off the lower door.

1. Laying down the refrigerator, take out the adjusting feet as below, then take off the lower hinge by cross screwdriver.

1. Adjusting the hinge core position of the lower hinge and upper hinge to opposite position.

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1. Install the lower hinge under to the refrigerator like below, screwing in the adjusting feet, make sure the position in horizon.

1. Detach the Fridge and the Freezer door gaskets and then attach them after rotating.

1. Remove the original aid-closers from upper and lower door, then install the aid-closers from the internal bag (with instruction manuals) to the opposite side.

1. Install the lower door, adjust and fix the middle hinge onto the cabinet.

B Product usage

1. Place the upper door back on. Ensure the door is aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seal are closed on all sides before finally tightening the top hinge. Then inert the top hinge and screw it to the top of unit and then fix hinge cover (in accessory bag) by screw.

1. Fix the screw cover.

Space Requirement

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

A	540
B	600
C	1810
D	min=50
E	min=50
F	min=50
G	1100
H	1135
I	135°

B Product usage

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.

User control panel

Temperature setting of the Fridge Compartment

The fridge temperature setting knob

• The knob in fridge compartment is used to adjust temperature of fridge compartment.
• The internal temperature is controlled by a sensor. There are 4 settings: OFF, COLD, COLDER and COLDEST. COLD is warmest setting and COLDEST is coldest setting.
• The appliance may not operate at the correct temperature if it is in aparticularly hot or if you open the door often.
• Neither fridge, nor freezer compartment works when the setting is OFF.

B Product usage

Temperature setting of the Freezer Compartment

The freezer temperature setting slider

FREEZER CONTROL

• This slider in fridge compartment is used to adjust temperature of freezer compartment.
• Slider is positioned toward , the temperature in freezer compartment will be higher. Contrarily, the temperature in freezer compartment will be lower if the slider is moved toward .
• Slider is positioned toward , the temperature in freezer compartment will be higher. Contrarily, the temperature in freezer compartment will be lower if the slider is moved toward .
• Slider is positioned toward , the temperature in freezer compartment will be higher. Contrarily, the temperature in freezer compartment will be lower if the slider is moved toward .
• Slider is positioned toward , the temperature in freezer compartment will be higher. Contrarily, the temperature in freezer compartment will be lower if the slider is moved towards .
• Slider is positioned toward , the temperature in freezer compartment will be higher. Contrarily, the temperature in freezer compartment will be lower if the slider is moved towards .
• Slider is positioned toward , the temperature in freezer compartment will be higher. Contrarily, the temperature in freezer compartment will be lower if the slider is moved towards .
• Slider is positioned toward *, the temperature in freezer compartment will be higher. Contrarily, the temperature in freezer compartment will be lower if the slider remains in the same position.
• Middle position of slider is advised position for normal using.
• To get lowest temperature in freezer compartment, you can adjust setting knob at coldest and position the slider at ***.

Super freeze

Enter super freeze mode:

First, turn the temperature control knob to the "OFF" position, and then operate the temperature control knob in the sequence shown in below figure within 10s. After the operation is completed, wait for 1.5s, the light will flash at 0.5Hz (on for 1.5s, off for 0.5s), enter the fast freeze mode.

Exit super freeze mode (choose one of below approaches):

1. Adjust the knob to "OFF",
2. Power off to exit the super freeze mode,
3. Super freeze will automatically turn off after running for 50 hours.

After exiting super freeze mode, the refrigerator will run according to the knob setting, and the lighting will return to normal control.

Door open alarm

If the door is open for 90s and not closed, the refrigerating light flashes 3 times (light on for 0.5s and light off for 0.5s is a flash); after each flash, pause for 3s.

Temperature setting recommendation

Environment temperature	16°C	25°C	32°C
Fridge	OFF-COLD COLDER RECOMMENDED COILEST	OFF-COLD COLDER RECOMMENDED COILEST	OFF-COLD COLDER RECOMMENDED COILEST
Freezer	* * *	* * *	* * *

Information above give users recommendation of temperature setting.
- In winter or temperature below 16^ , users should avoid set on and cold.
- For energy saving, the _^ and coldest set only apply to special need (such as quick-freezing or ice making), and need turn back after special need.

Daily use

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.

Daily use

Position different food in different compartments according to be below table:

Refrigerator compartments	Type of food
Door or balconies of fridge compartment	· Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, drinks, condiments. · Do not store perishable foods.
Crisper drawer (salad drawer)	· Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed separately in the crisper bin. · Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in the refrigerator.
Fridge shelf – middle	· Dairy products, eggs
Fridge shelf – top	· Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready-to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers.
Freezer drawer(s)/shelf	· Foods for long-term storage. · Bottom drawer/shelf for raw meat, poultry, fish. · Middle drawer/shelf for frozen vegetables, chips. · Top drawer/shelf for ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen

Freezing fresh food

• The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time.
• Place the fresh food to be frozen in the bottom compartment.
  The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate.
  The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen.

Storing frozen food

When first starting-up or after a period out of use. Before putting the product in the compartment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings.

Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooked).

Thawing

Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to be used, can be thawed in the freezer compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation.

Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer. In this case, cooking will take longer.

B Product usage

Accessories Movable shelves

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

Position the door balconies

Door balconies can be disassembled for cleaning. To make the disassembling as follows: gradually pull the balcony in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, after cleaning, reposition it.

Disassemble the bottom drawer

1. Pull out the bottom drawer to stopper position.
2. Lift up the front of drawer.
3. Pull out the bottom drawer.

Helpful hints and tips

Hints for freezing

To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints:

• the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate;
• the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this period;
  only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstuffs;
• prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required;

B Product usage

• wrap up the food in aluminium foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight;
• do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the latter;
• lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food;
• water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;
• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;
• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time.

Hints for storage of frozen food

To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should:

• make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer;
• be sure that frozen foodstuffs are transferred from the food store to the freezer in the shortest possible time;
  not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary.

Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen.
- Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacture.

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.
• For energy efficiency, all drawers, baskets and shelves, must be in right place.

Cleaning and maintenance

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

• This product contains a light source exempted of energy efficiency class. Light source in this product can only be replaced by qualified professionals. Please contact after-sales service

if the light source fails. The light source shall be removed at the end of the product's useful life, with sorting and recycling done separately.

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 coldest • Mains plug is not plugged in or is loose • Fuse has blown or is defective • Socket is defective	• Set the knob at other switch on the appliance. • Insert mains plug. • Check fuse, replace if necessary. • Mains malfunctions are to be corrected by an electrician.
Appliance freezes or cools too much	• Temperature is set too cold or the appliance runs at coldest.	• Turn the temperature regulator to a warmer setting temporarily.
The food is not frozen enough.	• Temperature is not properly adjusted. • Door was open for an extended period. • A large quantity of warm food was placed in the appliance within the last 24 hours. • The appliance is near a heat source.	• Please look in the initial Temperature Setting section. • Open the door only as long as necessary. • Turn the temperature regulation to a colder setting temporarily. • Please look in the installation location section.
Heavy build up of frost on the door seal.	• Door seal is not air tight.	• Carefully warm the leaking sections of the door seal with a hair dryer (on a cool setting). At the same time shape the warmed door seal by hand such that it sits correctly.
Unusual noises	• Appliance is not level. • The appliance is touching the wall or other objects. • A component, e.g. a pipe, on the rear of the appliance is touching another part of the appliance or the wall.	• Re-adjust the feet. • Move the appliance slightly. • If necessary, carefully bend the component out of the way.
Water on the floor	• Water drain hole is blocked.	• See the Cleaning and maintenance section.
Side panels are hot.	• It's normal. Heat exchange parts are in the sides.	• Take gloves to touch sides if needed.

If the malfunction shows again, contact the Service Center.
These data are necessary to help you quickly and correctly. Write the necessary data here, refer to the rating plate.

Merci!

This product is guaranteed against faults caused by defects in manufacturing or the materials used for a period of two years, starting from the date of purchase.* This warranty does not cover defects or damage caused by failure to install the device correctly, incorrect use of the product, or excessive wear and tear.

*proof of purchase required.

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