USER MANUAL FFA6715X FAGOR
American Organization of the United Nations (UN) (2015)
Very important: Read this manual carefully before using your refrigerator.
This manual is designed with texts corresponding to drawings.
Identification
Identify the model of your refrigerator ("a", "b", "c", "d", "e") by comparing the control panel with the illustrations.
1
Installation
1.1 Unpacking. Remove all protective elements. 1.2 Placement. Place the refrigerator away from heat sources and protect it from direct sunlight in order to conserve energy.
Do not install the refrigerator in the open air or where it is exposed to rain.
Air should be able to circulate behind the refrigerator. Leave 25 mm between the rear of the refrigerator and the wall. Do not enclose the space between the refrigerator and the floor or ceiling with any object.
Level the refrigerator to prevent vibration and noise. Remember that if the refrigerator is situated next to a wall or cupboard, it could make some noise.
In addition, make sure that the trays are correctly placed and position the containers with a space between them to prevent vibration.
1.3 Connecting to power. Let the refrigerator sit in an upright position for at least 2 hours before connecting it. Check the information on the specification plate (220-240V with ground wire) (1.3.1, 1.3.2).
Do not use adapters or extension leads.
Prevent the cord from coming in contact with the motor or getting trapped beneath it.
1.4 Changing the side that the door opens from. Disconnect the refrigerator from the power outlet and empty the inside of the door.
Remove the upper hinge cover with a flat blade screwdriver (1.4.1). Loosen the screws and remove the hinge mechanism with help of a screwdriver (1.4.2). Disconnect by pressing the connector tab. (1.4.3). Remove the refrigerator door (1.4.4). Remove the controls with a screwdriver, prying it away using the grooves placed for that purpose (1.4.5). Make a notch for the cable on the opposite side, as marked on the casing (1.4.6). Remount the control panel passing the cable through the notch you made (1.4.7). Remove the screw cover from the centre hinge, loosen the screws and remove the hinge (1.4.8). Move the freezer door up (1.4.9). Loosen the screws of the lower hinge and remove it. Change the position of the hinge axis and place it on the opposite side. Place the lower freezer handle on the refrigerator door and the lower refrigerator handle on the freezer door, rotated 180°. Place the vertical handles on the opposite side rotating them 180° (1.4.11). Rotate the self-closures and place the one from the refrigerator on the freezer and vice versa (1.4.12). Position the freezer door (1.4.13) and attach the central hinge (1.4.14). Position the refrigerator door (1.4.15). Place the closure mechanism in the upper hinge space on the opposite side (1.4.16). Put the cable through the upper hinge and rotation mechanism and plug it into the door connector (1.4.17). Screw in the upper hinge (1.4.18) and put the cover in place (1.4.19).
Operation
2.1 Switching on the refrigerator. Press
ON-OFF (2.1.1), 1.3) or the plus + or - keys until you see a number in the display (2.1.2). The Mini LCD models lock automatically (2.1.3). To unlock, press any key for 3 seconds.
2.2 Selecting the compartment. In comb
refrigerators, the refrigeration compartment and the freezer compartment operate independently.
2.3 Temperature selection. Turn the control
(2.3.1) or press the +, - keys, first for the freezer compartment and then for the refrigerator compartment (2.3.2, 2.3.3).
Once the temperature is selected, you
can see the current temperature of the compartment with the lighted indicator (2.3.4) or by pressing the + or - keys of the appropriate compartment for 5 seconds. The compartment temperature will blink.
Recommendation: The recommended
temperature for the refrigeration compartment is and the freezer compartment for already frozen food. If you want to freeze, the recommended temperature is -24
Remember that the interior temperature
depends on the temperature of the environment, placement, and frequency with which the door is opened.
2.4 Refrigerator functions.
Rapid cooling mode: This function sets
refrigeration to the coldest temperature for 6 hours. It should be used if you put a large quantity of food in the refrigerator.
To activate and deactivate: Press
SUPER
(2.4.1), press (2.4.2) or 2.4.3).
Holiday mode: The vacation function is very useful when the refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time, but you want to keep food in the freezer. With this function, your refrigerator will use little power and smells won't develop in its interior.
Warning: To use this function, the refrigerator door must be closed.
To activate and deactivate: Press
HOLIDAY
(2.4.4) or the +, - keys until you see H on the display (2.4.5) or for 3 seconds (2.4.6). To cancel, repeat this operation. Some models allow the refrigeration compartment to be shut off.
Press ON-OFF (2.4.7), or the +, - (2.4.8, 2.4.9), keys, until no number can be seen.
2.5 Freezer functions.
Rapid cooling mode: This function sets the coldest freezer temperature for 52 hours. The function should be activated 24 hours before putting a large quantity of food in the freezer.
To activate and deactivate: Press
SUPER
(2.5.1), press (2.5.2) or
(2.5.3)
Connecting / disconnecting the freezer:
Press ON-OFF key (2.5.4), the +, - keys (2.5.5) until no temperature can be seen on the display, or for 3 seconds (2.5.6). Shutting off the freezer also shuts off the refrigeration compartment.
2.6 Usage recommendations.
- Don't leave the door open more time than necessary and don't put hot foods in the refrigerator. This will provide the most efficient use of the refrigerator and avoid increasing power consumption. If your refrigerator is of the NO FROST variety, don't block the ventilation grille and try to leave space between food items so that air circulates around them.
- Don't put carbonated drinks or glass bottles containing liquid in the freezer, they can burst.
- Store food in hermetically sealed containers to prevent drying.
- Do not eat extremely cold ices or food as they can produce burns in the mouth.
3
Maintenance and cleaning
3.1 Interior cleaning. To clean the interior, use a sponge or cloth soaked in water with bicarbonate in order to prevent odours developing. In no case use steam cleaning machines, solvents, or abrasive detergents. 3.2 Exterior cleaning. Do not clean the screens with a steam cleaning machine.
It is advisable to clean the back vent once a year with a vacuum cleaner.
3.3 Cleaning the accessories. Accessories are not suitable for automatic dishwashers. Clean them by hand with a sponge or cloth. 3.4 Changing the lamp. In the case that the lamp goes out: disconnect the refrigerator. Remove the cover by pressing the tab (3.4.1, 3.4.3) and remove the burnt out lamp (3.4.2, 3.4.4). Replace it with another with the same type of thread, E14, 220-240V, 15/25W or according to fixture instructions. 3.5 Changing the carbon filter. The refrigerator may incorporate a carbon filter that absorbs the odours of certain foods and retains microorganisms (fungus and bacteria) circulating in the air.
The filter keeps its properties for 6 months. After that time, it is recommended to replace it. Its location varies based on model.
To activate the filter: Press the tab and remove the cover to access the filter (3.5.1, 3.5.3). Separate the filter from the tab (3.5.2, 3.5.4) and remove the seals (3.5.5).
Press the BIOFILTER viewer until hearing a click (3.5.6) and in a few seconds the duration scale will become coloured. Place the new filter in the original location.
Keep the old filters and the replacements out of the reach of children: Ingesting a large quantity could be dangerous.
Don't get the filter wet, as it will lose its properties.
3.6 S.P.A. salus per aquam (optional)
Your refrigerator may incorporate the S.P.A. accessory which maintains a constant level
of humidity in the vegetable compartment, preventing drying.
It is located in the vegetable compartment drawer separator. It consists of a receptacle with a pouring container and a fullness level indicator. When the S.P.A. needs water, the level will become hidden. Take out the container (3.6.2) and use it to refill the receptacle.
The filter should be changed every 2 years (3.6.4).
Diagnostics
4.1 Door open. If the door stays open for more than 2 minutes, an alarm will sound and the refrigerator light will go off. The alarm is disconnected when the door is closed.
4.2 Freezer not cold enough.
If the temperature of the freezer is unusually high, a warning light will appear (4.2.1, 4.2.2) or a blinking icon (4.2.3) as well as a beeping alarm. Press SUPER or ⏸ to manually shut off the beeping (4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6). - The first time the refrigerator is connected, the icon or the warning light will appear, but the alarm won't sound.
4.3 Loss of electrical power
Open the refrigerator doors as little as possible. When the power returns, check if the frozen food has thawed.
4.4 Normal refrigerator noises
It is perfectly normal for your refrigerator to make certain noises while it is running and you should not worry about them.
- The coolant gas can make a bubbling sound as it circulates.
- The compressor may make humming or tapping sounds, especially at start-up.
- The expansion and contraction of material used may make clicking or creaking sounds.
- The air that moves the freezer ventilator may generate a light background sound.
Don't try to repair the refrigerator. Call technical service.
Safety
- Keep the ventilation grille uncovered.
- Be careful not to damage refrigeration circuits.
- Don't use electrical devices in the interior of the refrigerator, unless they are recommended by the manufacturer.
- Don't use mechanical devices or means other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the thawing process.
- This appliance is not intended for use by people (including children) whose physical, sensory, or mental capacities are reduced or who lack experience or knowledge, except under supervision or after receiving instruction regarding use of the appliance from a person responsible for their safety. Use by children should be supervised to prevent them playing with the appliance.
- If the power cable is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, by their after sales service, or by personnel similarly qualified in order to prevent dangerous situations.
The environment
This refrigerator was designed with environmental conservation in mind.
The appliance operates with coolant R600A, which does not damage the environment.
Respect the environment. Use the recommended temperatures for each compartment. They will depend on the mode you need for efficient use of your refrigerator.
Disconnect the refrigerator or set it to holiday mode when you will not be using it for a prolonged period. You will reduce power consumption and save energy.
Avoid leaving the doors open more time than necessary. It causes an increase in power use.
Waste management of electrical and electronic appliances.
Do not discard appliances mixing them with general household waste.
Deliver your refrigerator to a special collection centre.
Recycling domestic appliances prevents negative impacts on health and the environment and helps save energy and resources.
For more information, contact your local authorities or the establishment where you purchased your refrigerator.
Leave the refrigerator open for longer than necessary, and do not put hot products in the refrigerator. Thanks to this, the refrigerator will be used more efficiently, and you will avoid increased power consumption. - If your refrigerator is equipped with a NO FROST function, do not block the ventilation openings and leave some space between products, allowing air to circulate between them.
Do not put bottles of carbonated drinks or glass bottles of liquid in the freezer compartment, as they may burst. To avoid drying out of products, put them in the refrigerator in airtight containers. Do not store cold ice cream or heavily frozen products, as this may cause burns.
3 Cleaning and maintenance
3.1. Cleaning of internal parts. For cleaning internal parts, use a soft cloth or sponge moistened with a weak soapy water solution to remove unpleasant odors. It is strictly forbidden to use steam cleaners, solvents, or abrasive cleaning agents for cleaning. 3.2. Cleaning of external parts. It is forbidden to use steam cleaners for cleaning the appliance. It is recommended to wipe the rear grille with a vacuum cleaner once a year. 3.3. Cleaning of accessories. It is forbidden to clean accessories in dishwashers. It is recommended to hand wash with a soft cloth. 3.4. Replacing lamps. If the lamp no longer lights: disconnect the refrigerator from the mains. Remove the cover, press on the "tab" (3.4.1, 3.4.3), and remove the non-working lamp (3.4.2, 3.4.4). Replace it with a new one of the same type and size (E14, 220-240 V, 15/25 W) and in accordance with the lighting instructions. 3.5. Replacing the charcoal filter. The refrigerator may have a charcoal filter that absorbs foreign odors produced by some products and traps microorganisms (fungi and bacteria) from the circulating air.
The properties of the filter are preserved only for a certain time, about six months. After this time, it is recommended to replace the filter. The location of the filter depends on the model.
To access the filter: press the "tab" and remove the cover to gain access to the filter (3.5.1, 3.5.3). Separate the filter from the cover (3.5.2,
3.5.4) and remove the seal (3.5.5).
Press the BIOFILTER lightly until it clicks (3.5.6), and after a few seconds the indicator will start to color. Install the filter in its original position.
Used and replacement filters must be stored out of reach of children. Ingestion of significant amounts of filter material can be dangerous.
Do not allow the filter to get wet, as it may lose its properties.
3.6 S.P.A. function (salus per aquam, "health through water")
The refrigerator may be equipped with an S.P.A. device that maintains a constant level of humidity in the compartment for vegetables and fruits, and thus prevents their drying out.
The water tank for vegetables and fruits is located in the partition (3.6.1). The device consists of a reservoir with a removable container and a fill level indicator. If S.P.A. requires water, the level drops until it disappears. Remove the container (3.6.2) and use it to fill the reservoir (3.6.3).
Every 2 years, it is recommended to replace the filter (3.6.4).
Refrigerator status control functions
4.1 Open the door. If the door remains open for more than 2 minutes, the refrigerator emits an audible alarm, and the lighting of the refrigerator compartment turns off. After closing the door, the alarm stops.
4.2 Insufficient cold in the freezer compartment
- If the temperature in the freezer compartment is abnormally high, a visual alarm is given (4.2.1, 4.2.2), the symbol A flashes (4.2.3), and (in turn) an intermittent audible alarm is emitted. To turn off the audible alarm manually, press SUPPER (4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6).
- At the first power-on of the appliance, the
light indicator appears, but the audible alarm is not activated.
4.3 Power failure
Open the refrigerator door as rarely and as briefly as possible. After the voltage returns to the network, check whether the products have not thawed.
4.4 Normal noises during refrigerator operation
During operation, the refrigerator may produce sounds that are considered normal; there is no need to worry about them.
- The circulation of the refrigerant through the circuits may produce a gurgling sound. - When the compressor operates, a humming or clicking sound may be heard, especially when it starts. - During expansion and contraction of the materials used, cracking or popping sounds may occur. - Air movement due to the operation of the fan may produce a slight background noise.
Do not attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. In case of malfunction, contact the technical support service by phone.
Safety instructions
- Do not block the ventilation grille. Be careful not to damage the cooling circuit.
- Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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. 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 hazard.
Environment
The design of this refrigerator takes into account aspects related to environmental protection.
The appliance uses refrigerant R600A, which is environmentally harmless.
Take care of the environment. Follow the recommended temperature levels in each compartment depending on the mode required for efficient operation of the refrigerator.
If the refrigerator will not be used for an extended period, disconnect it from the power supply or switch on the holiday mode. This will reduce electricity consumption and ensure its economy.
Try not to keep the doors open longer than necessary, as this leads to increased electricity consumption.
Disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Do not dispose of appliances or their parts with household waste.
At the end of the refrigerator's service life, it should be handed over to a special collection point.
Recycling of household electrical appliances helps prevent negative consequences for health and the environment, and also saves energy and resources.
Recycling household electrical appliances helps prevent negative consequences for health and the environment, as well as saving energy and resources.
For additional information, please contact the relevant authorities in your country/region or the trade representative where you purchased the refrigerator.
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