CN228121 - Fridge BEKO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL CN228121 BEKO

GB Instruction for use

In order to ensure a normal operation of your refrigerating appliance, which uses a completely

environmentally friendly refrigerant the R600a (flammable only under certain conditions) you must

observe the following rules:

 Do not hinder the free circulation of the air around the appliance.

 Do not use mechanical devices in order to accelerate the defrosting, others than the ones

recommended by the manufacturer.

 Do not destroy the refrigerating circuit.

 Do not use electric appliances inside the food keeping compartment, other than those that might have

been recommended by the manufacturer.

Safety first /1 Electrical requirements /2 Transportation instructions /2 Installation instructions /2 Getting to know your appliance /3 Suggested arrangement of food in the appliance /3 Temperature control and adjustment /4 Before operating /4 Storing frozen food /4 Freezing fresh food /4 Making ice cubes /4 Defrosting /5 Replacing the interior light bulb /5 Cleaning and care /5 Repositioning the door /6 Do’s and don’ts /6 Energy Consumption /7 Information concerning the noises /8 Trouble – shooting /8 Thechnical data /9

1415Congratulations on your choice of a Quality

Appliance, designed to give you many years of service.

Do not connect your appliance to the electricity supply

until all packing and transit protectors have been

• Leave to stand for at least 12 hours before switching

on, to allow compressor oil to settle, if transported

• If you are discarding an old appliance with a lock or

latch fitted to the door, ensure that it is left in a safe

condition to prevent the entrapment of children.

• This appliance must only be used for its intended

• Do not dispose of the appliance on a fire. Your

appliance contains non CFC substances in the

insulation which are flammable. We suggest you

contact your local authority for information on disposal

and available facilities.

• We do not recommend use of this appliance in an

unheated, cold room. (e.g. garage, conservatory,

annex, shed, out-house etc.)

To obtain the best possible performance and trouble

free operation from your appliance it is very important to

read these instructions carefully. Failure to observe

these instructions may invalidate your right to free

service during the guarantee period.

Please keep these instructions in a safe place for easy

GB Instruction for use

This appliance is not intended for use by person with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.GB Instruction for use

Electrical requirements

Before inserting the plug into the wall socket make

sure that the voltage and the frequency shown in

the rating plate inside the appliance corresponds

to your electricity supply.

We recommend that this appliance is connected to

the mains supply via a suitably switched and fused

socket in a readily accessible position.

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

Repairs to electrical equipment should only be

performed by a qualified technician. Incorrect

repairs carried out by an unqualified person are

carry risks that may have critical consequences for

the user of the appliance.

This appliance operates with R600a which is an

environmental friendly but flammable gas. During

the transportation and fixing of the product, care

must be taken not to damage the cooling system.

If the cooling system is damaged and there is a

gas leakage from the system, keep the product

away from open flame sources and ventilate the

WARNING - Do not use mechanical devices or

other means to accelerate the defrosting process,

others than those recommended by the

WARNING - Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

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 - If the supply cord is damaged, it must

be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent

or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a

Transportation instructions

1. The appliance should be transported only in an

upright position. The packing as supplied must be

intact during transportation.

2. If during the transport the appliance, has been

positioned horizontally, it must not be operated for

at least 12 hours, to allow the system to settle.

3. Failure to comply with the above instructions

could result in damage to the appliance, for which

the manufacturer will not be held liable.

4. The appliance must be protected against rain,

moisture and other atmospheric influences.

• Care must be taken while cleaning/carrying the

appliance not to touch the bottom of the

condenser metal wires at the back of the

appliance, as this could cause injury to fingers and

• Do not attempt to sit or stand on top of your

appliance as it is not designed for such use. You

could injure yourself or damage the appliance.

• Make sure that the mains cable is not caught

under the appliance during and after moving, as

this could damage the cable.

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance

or tamper with the controls.

Installation instructions

1. Do not keep your appliance in a room where the

temperature is likely to fall below -15 degrees C (5

degrees F) at night and/or especially in winter.

2. Do not place the appliance near cookers or

radiators or in direct sunlight, as this will cause

extra strain on the appliance's functions. If

installed next to a source of heat or freezer,

maintain the following minimum side clearances:

From Radiators 300 mm

3. Make sure that sufficient room is provided

around the appliance to ensure free air circulation

• Put the back airing lid to the back of your

refrigerator to set the distance between the

refrigerator and the wall (Item 3).

4. The appliance should be positioned on a

smooth surface. The two front feet can be

adjusted as required.To ensure that your

appliance is standing upright adjust the two front

feet by turning clockwise or anti-clockwise, until

firm contact is secured with the floor. Correct

adjustment of feet prevents excessive vibration

5. Refer to "Cleaning and Care" section to prepare

your appliance for use.

2GB Instruction for use

Getting to know your appliance

1 - Setting knob and interior light

3 - Adjustable Cabinet shelves

5 - Fresh zone compartment/ Crispers

6 - Ice tray support & ice tray

7 - Compartment for quickly freezing

8 - Compartments for frozen froods keeping

10 - Dairy Compartment

12 - Shelf for bottles

The fans has the purpose to provide the

circulation of the air in compartment. It is

connected in parallel with the motor-compressor.

When the motor-compressor is off, the fans will

Suggested arrangement of food in the

Guidelines for obtaining optimum storage and

1. The fridge compartment is for the short-term

storage of fresh food and drinks.

2. The freezer compartment is rated

and suitable for the freezing and storage of

The recommendation for storage as

stated on the food packaging should be observed

3. Dairy products should be stored in the special

compartment provided in the door liner.

4. Cooked dishes should be stored in airtight

5. Fresh wrapped produce can be kept on the

7. To store raw meat, wrap in polythene bags

and place on the lowest shelf. Do not allow to

come into contact with cooked food, to avoid

contamination. For safety, only store raw meat for

8. For maximum efficiency, the removable

shelves should not be covered with paper or other

materials to allow free circulation of cool air.

9. Do not keep vegetable oil on door shelves.

Keep the food packed, wrapped or covered. Allow

hot food and beverages to cool before

refrigerating. Leftover canned food should not be

10. Fizzy drinks should not be frozen and products

such as flavoured water ices should not be

11. Some fruit and vegetables suffer damage if

kept at temperatures near 0°C. Therefore wrap

pineapples, melons, cucumbers, tomatoes and

similar produce in polythene bags.

12. High-proof alcohol must be stored upright in

tightly closed containers. Never store products

that contain an inflammable propellant gas (e.g.

cream dispensers, spray cans, etc.) or explosive

substances. These are an explosion hazard.

13. To take out the baskets from the freezer

compartment please proceed as in Item 12.

14. In order to transform the chill compartment

(used for easy perishable products - Item 1-point

5) into a vegetable box it is necessary to

assembly in the rear side of the bottom glass shelf

the ornament (Item 13) delivered as accessory

according to the picture Item 14 (point a-c).

If the ornament will be not assembled the

compartment (Item 1-point 5) will have biofresh

Temperature control and adjustment

Operating temperatures are controlled by the setting

knob (Item 5) located on the ceiling of fridge

compartment. Settings may be made from min, 1 ...

6, max, max being the coldest position.

When the appliance is switched on for the first

time, the setting knob should be adjusted so that

after 24 hours, the average fridge temperature is

no higher than +5°C (+41°F). We recommend you

set the knob half way between the min and max

setting and monitor to obtain the desired

temperature i. e. towards max you will obtain a

colder fridge temperature and vice versa. Some

sections of the fridge may be cooler or warmer

(such as the salad crisper and the top part of the

cabinet) which is quite normal.

The normal storage temperature of the freezer

should be -18°C (0°F). Lower temperatures may

be obtained by adjusting setting knob towards

3GB Instruction for use

We recommend that you check the temperature with an accurate thermometer to ensure that the storage compartments are kept to the desired temperature. Remember you must take your reading very quickly since the thermometer temperature will rise very rapidly after you remove it from the freezer. Please remember each time the door is opened cold air escapes and the internal temperature rises. Therefore never leave the door open and ensure it is closed immediately after food is put in or removed.

Final Check Before you start using the appliance check that: 1. The feet have been adjusted for perfect levelling. 2. The interior is dry and air can circulate freely at the rear. 3. The interior is clean as recommended under "Cleaning and care.” 4. The plug has been inserted into the wall socket and the electricity is switched on. When the door is open the interior light will come on. And note that: 5. You will hear a noise as the compressor starts up. The liquid and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also make some (noise), whether the compressor is running or not. This is quite normal. 6. Slight undulation of the top of the cabinet is quite normal due to the manufacturing process used; it is not a defect. 7. We recommend setting the knob midway and monitor the temperature to ensure the appliance maintains desired storage temperatures (See section Temperature Control and Adjustment). 8. Do not load the appliance immediately it is switched on. Wait until the correct storage temperature has been reached. We recommend checking the temperature with an accurate thermometer (see; Temperature Control and Adjustment).

Your freezer is suitable for the long-term storage of commercially frozen foods and also can be used to freeze and store fresh food. If there is a power failure, do not open the door. Frozen food should not be affected if the failure lasts for less than 19 hrs. If the failure is longer, then the food should be checked and either eaten immediately or cooked and then re-frozen.

Please observe the following instructions to obtain the best results. Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one time. The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible. Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your appliance in 24 h. Placing warm food into the freezer compartment causes the refrigeration machine to operate continously until the food is frozen solid. This can temporarily lead to excessive cooling of the refrigeration compartment. When freezing fresh food, to reach the best freezing capacity, put the setting knob to maximum position 24h before placing it. After freezing the knob can be set to the initial position. Small quantities of food up to 1/2 kg. (1 lb) can be frozen without adjusting the temperature control knob. Take special care not to mix already frozen food and fresh food.

Fill the ice - cube tray 3/4 full with water and place it in the freezer. Loosen frozen trays with a spoon handle or a similar implement; never use sharp-edged objects such as knives or forks.

4GB Instruction for use

A) Fridge compartment The fridge compartment defrosts automatically. The defrost water runs to the drain tube via a collection container at the back of the appliance. Check that the tube is permanently placed with its end in the collecting tray on the compressor to prevent the water spilling on the electric installation or on the floor (Item 6).

B) Freezer compartment The NO FROST type defrost is compleetly automatic. No intervention from your side is requiered. The water is colected on the compressor tray. Due the heat of the compressor the water is evaporated. Do not use pointed or sharp-edged objects, such as knives or forks to remove the frost. Never use hairdryers, electrical heaters or other such electrical appliances for defrosting. Sponge out the defrost water collected in the bottom of the freezer compartment. After defrosting, dry the interior thoroughly (Item 7 & 8). Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity supply.

Warnings! The fans inside the freezer and fresh food compartments circulates cold air. Never insert any object through the guard. Do not allow children to play with the fresh food andfreezer fan. Never store products that contain inflammable propellant gas (eg dispensers, spray cans etc.) or explosive substances. Don’t cover the shelves with any protective materials, which may obstruct air circulation. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls. Do not obstruct the fan guards to ensure that you obtain the best possible performance from your appliance. (Item 9 and Item 10)

Warning! Your appliance is fitted with a circulating fan which is essential for the performance of the refrigerator. Please ensure the fans are not blocked (stopped) or impaired by food or packaging. Blocking (stopping) or impairing the fan can result in an increase of the internal freezer temperature (Thawing).

Replacing the interior light bulb (Item 11)

In case that the light bulb is out of function it is easily to replace. First make sure that the refrigerator / freezer is disconnected from the power supply by removing the plug. Take a flat screwdriver and keep it carefully without force into the left gap between lamp cover and internal cabinet. Then press the handle of the screwdriver carefully to the left side until you notice that the left pin of the cover is disengaged . Repeat this procedure on the right gap, however now press the handle of the screwdriver carefully to the right side. If both sides are loosened the cover can be removed easily. Ensure that bulb is screwed securely in the bulb holder. Plug the appliance into the power supply. If the light still fails, replace E14 screw-cap type 15 Watt (Max) bulb from your local electrical store and then fit it. Carefully dispose of the burnt-out light bulb immediately. If you have changed the light bulb please fix the cover again in it’s former position. Take care that the cover snaps-in correctly.

1. We recommend that you switch off the appliance at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug before cleaning. 2. Never use any sharp instruments or abrasive substances, soap, household cleaner, detergent or wax polish for cleaning. 3. Use luke warm water to clean the cabinet of the appliance and wipe it dry. 4. Use a damp cloth wrung out in a solution of one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water to clean the interior and wipe it dry. 5. Make sure that no water enters the temperature control box. 6. If the appliance is not going to be used for a long period of time, switch it off, remove all food, clean it and leave the door ajar. 7. We recommend that you polish the metal parts of the product (i.e. door exterior, cabinet sides) with a silicone wax (car polish) to protect the high quality paint finish. 8. Any dust that gathers on the condenser, which is located at the back of the appliance, should be removed once a year with a vacuum cleaner. 9. Check door seals regularly to ensure they areclean and free from food particles.

5GB Instruction for use

10. Never: • Clean the appliance with unsuitable material; eg petroleum based products. • Subject it to high temperatures in any way, • Scour, rub etc., with abrasive material. 11. Removal of dairy cover and door tray : • To remove the dairy cover, first lift the cover up by about an inch and pull it off from the side where there is an opening on the cover. • To remove a door tray, remove all the contents and then simply push the door tray upwards from the base. 12. Make sure that the special plastic container at the back of the appliance which collects defrost water is clean at all times. If you want to remove the tray to clean it, follow the instructions below: • Switch off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug • Gently uncrimp the stud on the compressor, using a pair of pliers, so that the tray can be removed • Lift it up. • Clean and wipe it dry • Reassemble, reversing the sequence and operations 13. To remove a drawer, pull it as far as possible, tilt it upwards and then pull it out completely.

Repositioning the door

Proceed in numerical order (Item 15).

Do- Clean your appliance regularly. Do- Keep raw meat and poultry below cooked food and dairy products. Do- Take off any unusable leaves on vegetables and wipe off any soil. Do- Leave lettuce, cabbage, parsley and cauliflower on the stem. Do- Wrap cheese firstly in greaseproof paper and then in a polythene bag, excluding as much air as possible. For best results, take out of the fridge compartment an hour before eating. Do- Wrap raw meat and poultry loosely in polythene or aluminium foil. This prevents drying. Do- Wrap fish and offal in polythene bags. Do- Wrap food with a strong odour or which may dry out, in polythene bags, or aluminium foil or place in airtight container. Do- Wrap bread well to keep it fresh. Do- Chill white wines, beer, lager and mineral water before serving. Do- Check contents of the freezer every so often. Do- Keep food for as short a time as possible and adhere to "Best Before" and "Use by" etc. dates. Do- Store commercially frozen food in accordance with the instructions given on the packets. Do- Always choose high quality fresh food and be sure it is thoroughly clean before you freeze it. Do- Prepare fresh food for freezing in small portions to ensure rapid freezing. Do- Wrap all food in aluminium foil or freezer quality polythene bags and make sure any air is excluded. Do- Wrap frozen food immediately after purchasing and put it in to the freezer as soon as possible.

6Don’t- Store bananas in your fridge

Don’t- Store melon in your fridge. It can be

chilled for short periods as long as it is

wrapped to prevent it flavouring other

Don’t- Cover the shelves with any protective

materials which may obstruct air

Don’t- Store poisonous or any dangerous

substances in your appliance. It has

been designed for the storage of edible

Don’t- Consume food which has been

refrigerated for an excessive length of

Don’t- Store cooked and fresh food together in

the same container. They should be

packaged and stored separately.

Don’t- Let defrosting food or food juices drip

Don’t- Leave the door open for long periods, as

this will make the appliance more costly

to run and cause excessive ice

Don’t- Use sharp edged objects such as knives

or forks to remove the ice.

Don’t- Put hot food into the appliance. Let it

Don’t- Put liquid-filled bottles or sealed cans

containing carbonated liquids into the

freezer, as they may burst.

Don’t- Exceed the maximum freezing loads

when freezing fresh food.

Don’t- Give children ice-cream and water ices

direct from the freezer. The low

temperature may cause 'freezer burns'

Don’t- Freeze fizzy drinks.

Don’t- Try to keep frozen food which has

thawed; it should be eaten within 24

hours or cooked and refrozen.

Don’t- Remove items from the freezer with wet

GB Instruction for use

Maximum frozen food storage volume is achieved

without using the middle and upper drawer

provided in the freezer compartment. Energy

consumption of your appliance is declared while

the freezer compartment is fully loaded without

using the middle and upper drawer.

Practical advice concerning the reduction of

the electricity consumption.

1. Make sure that the appliance is located in well-

ventilated areas, far from any source of heat

(cooker, radiator etc.). At the same time, the

location of the appliance must be done in such a

way that it prevents it to be under the direct

incidence of the sunbeams.

2. Make sure that the food purchased in

refrigerated/frozen condition is placed into the

appliance as soon as possible, especially during

summertime. It is recommended to use thermal

insulated bags to transport the food home.

3. We recommend the thawing of the packets

taken out from the freezer compartment be done

in the refrigerator compartment. For this purpose,

the packet which is going to be thawed will be

placed in a vessel so that the water resulting from

the thawing does not leak in the refrigerator

compartment. We recommend you to start the

thawing at least 24 hours before the use of the

4. We recommend reducing the number of door

openings to the minimum.

5. Do not keep the door of the appliance open

more than necessary and make sure that after

each opening the door is well closed.

7GB Instruction for use

If the appliance does not operate when switched

• That the plug is inserted properly in the socket

and that the power supply is on. (To check the

power supply to the socket, plug in another

• Whether the fuse has blown/circuit breaker has

tripped/main distribution switch has been turned

• That the temperature control has been set

• That the new plug is wired correctly, if you have

changed the fitted, moulded plug.

If the appliance is still not operating at all after

above checks, contact the dealer from whom you

Please ensure that above checks have been

done, as a charge will be made if no fault is found.

Information concerning the noise and

the vibrations which might appear

during the operation of the appliance

1. The operation noise can increase during the

- In order to keep the temperatures at the adjusted

temperatures, the compressor of the appliance

starts periodically. The noise produced by the

compressor becomes stronger when it starts and

a click can be heard when it stops.

- The performance and operation features of the

appliance can change according to the

modifications of the temperature of the ambient

environment. They must be considered as normal.

2. Noises like liquids flowing or as being sprayed

- These noises are caused by the flow of the

refrigerant in the circuit of the appliance and

comply with the operation principle of the

3. Noise similar to wind blowing.

- It is generated by the fan (fans) with which your

appliance is endowed. These fans help to the

efficient cooling of the appliance. This noise is

normal, not a defect.

4. Other vibrations and noises.

- The level of noise and vibrations can be caused

by the type and the aspect of the floor on which

the appliance is placed. Make sure that the floor

does not have significant level distortions or if it

can yield to the weight of the appliance (it is

- Another source of noise and vibrations is

represented by the objects placed on the

appliance. These objects must be removed from

- The bottles and the vessels placed in the

refrigerator touching each other. In such cases

move the bottles and the vessels so that there is a

small distance between them.Technical data

Power consumption (kWh/year) (2)

Ecological refrigerating agent R600a

(1) Energy class : A +++ . . . D (A+++ = economical . . . D = less economical) (2) The real power consumption depends on using conditions and appliance location.

GB Instruction for use

The symbol on the product or on 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 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, you household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.Enhorabuena por haber elegido un electrodoméstico de