FL372 - Fridge FAGOR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FL372 FAGOR

1.1 Unpacking. Remove all the protective

1.2 Location. Stand the refrigerator away from

sources of heat and protect it from direct

sunlight to reduce its consumption.

Do not install the refrigerator in the open air

The air must circulate around the rear of

the refrigerator. Leave a space of 25 mm

between the back of the refrigerator and the

wall. Do not block the space between the

refrigerator and the fl oor or the ceiling.

Level the refrigerator to prevent vibration and

noise. Bear in mind that if the refrigerator

is placed against the wall or a kitchen unit,

some noise may occur.

Also check the trays are placed correctly,

and place containers separately to prevent

1.3 Mains connection. Leave the refrigerator to

stand for at least 2 hours in vertical position

before plugging it in. Check the data on

the reference plate (220-240V with earth

connection) (1.3.1, 1.3.2).

Do not use adapters or extension leads.

Ensure the cable is not touching the motor or

trapped underneath it.

1.4 Changing the door opening direction.

Unplug the refrigerator from the mains and

empty the contents of the inner door.

Remove the screws from the lower hinge and

remove the hinge, holding the freezer door

in place to prevent it from falling onto the

fl oor (1,4,1, 1,4,2). Remove the freezer door

Use a screwdriver to remove the embellisher

from the central hinge (1.4.4). Remove the

screws from the central hinge and remove

the hinge, holding the refrigerator door in

place to prevent it from falling onto the fl oor

(1,4,5,1,4,6). Remove the refrigerator door

For models with door up to the ceiling only:

Remove the control panel with the aid of

a screwdriver. Make a small notch in the

opposite side of the upper hinge support.

Replace the control panel.

Remove the shaft from the upper hinge and

place it in the same position on the opposite

Remove the locking devices from the

doors and turn them around, placing the

refrigerator lock on the freezer door and vice

versa (1.4.9). Replace the embellishers on

Using a screwdriver, remove the embellishers

from the middle and lower part of the

refrigerator and place them on the opposite

Fit the refrigerator door in place, slotting

it onto the upper hinge (1.4.11). Push the

door upwards without releasing it and fi t the

central hinge (1.4.12).

Remove the lower hinge and change its

Fit the freezer door in place, slotting it onto

the central hinge (1.4.14). Push the door

upwards without releasing it and fi t the lower

2.1 Switching on the refrigerator. Press

Very important: Read this manual carefully before using your refrigerator.

This manual is designed with texts corresponding to drawings.

Identify the model of your refrigerator (“a”, “b”,

“c”, “d”, “e”, “f”, “g”) by comparing the control

panel with the illustrations.

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appears on the display (2.1.2), or turn the dial

2.2 Selecting the compartment. On models

, the refrigerator compartment

and the freezer compartment

separately. On models

compartments work together

buttons of the freezer

, followed by those of the

refrigerator compartment

When you have selected the temperature,

you can fi nd out the real temperature in the

compartment by observing the indicator

lights (2.3.3), or by holding down the

buttons of the desired compartment

for 5 seconds. The temperature in the

compartment will fl ash on the display (2.3.4).

Recommendation: The recommended

temperature for the refrigerator compartment

is and for the freezer compartment it is

for already frozen food, and if

you wish to freeze food.

Remember that the temperature inside the

appliance depends on the room temperature,

where the refrigerator is located and how

often you open the door.

2.4 Refrigerator functions.

Quick cool function: This function activates

the refrigerator at a cooler temperature for

6 hours. It is recommended to activate it

when you place a large amount of food in the

To enable and disable this function: Press

(2.4.1, 2.4.2). Models do

not have this function.

Holiday function: The holiday function is

very useful when you will not be using the

refrigerator for a long period of time but

you wish to keep food in the freezer. With

this function, your refrigerator will consume

very little power and bad smells will not be

generated inside it. Models

not have this function.

Warning: The refrigerator door must be kept

closed when this function is in use.

To enable and disable this function: Press

the refrigerator compartment until

on the display (2.4.4). To disable the function,

repeat this operation.

2.5 Freezer functions.

Quick cool function: This function activates

the freezer at a cooler temperature for 52

hours. It is recommended to activate it 24

hours before placing a large amount of food

in the freezer. On model

deactivated 24 hours later.

To enable and disable this function: Press

(2.5.1, 2.5.2, 2.5.3). Model

does not have this function.

Winter function: Models only. Use

this function if you notice that the freezer is

becoming warmer. Hold down the

button for 5 seconds until the orange pilot

light begins to fl ash (2.5.4). The refrigerator

light will remain on at half power so that the

compressor functions for longer. When the

freezer has reached the right temperature,

switch off the winter function by holding

down the button for 5 seconds

Switching the freezer on and off: Press the

button of the freezer compartment

temperature appears on the display (2.5.6),

the freezer is switched off the refrigerator

compartment will also switch off.

2.6 Recommendations for use.

• Do not open the doors for any longer than

necessary, and do not place hot food in

the refrigerator. This will ensure a more

effi cient use of your refrigerator and will

avoid excess power consumption.

• If your refrigerator is NO FROST type, do

not obstruct the ventilation grilles, and

leave space between the food for the air

• Do not place bottles of fi zzy drinks or

glass bottles containing liquids in the

freezer, as they may burst.

• Place food in sealed containers to prevent

• Do not consume ice cream or food that is

very cold as this can cause burns.english

3.1 Cleaning the inside of the refrigerator. Use

a sponge or a dish cloth soaked in water with

bicarbonate of soda to clean the inside of

the refrigerator, to prevent bad smells from

Never use steam cleaning machines,

solvents or abrasive detergents.

3.2 Cleaning the outside of the refrigerator.

Do not use steam cleaning machines to

It is recommended to clean the rear grille with

a vacuum cleaner once a year.

3.3 Cleaning the accessories. The accessories

are not dishwasher-safe. Wash them by

hand, using a sponge or a dish cloth.

3.4 Changing the light. If the light bulb blows:

Unplug the refrigerator. Press the tab to

remove the light cover (3.4.1, 3.4.3) and

remove the blown bulb (3.4.2, 3.4.4).

Replace it by another bulb with the same

screw type, E14, 220-240V, 15/25W, or as

indicated on the light fi tting.

3.5 Changing the carbon fi lter. Your refrigerator

may be equipped with a carbon fi lter to

absorb the unpleasant smells generated by

some foods and to retain the microorganisms

(fungus and bacteria) in the circulating air.

The fi lter maintains its properties for a

limited time of 6 months. When this time has

elapsed, the fi lter should be changed and a

new one fi tted. The fi lter location depends on

To change the fi lter: Press the tab and

remove the cover (3.5.1, 3.5.5). Remove the

used fi lter (3.5.2, 3.5.6).

If the fi lter needs activating: Remove

the seals (3.5.3) and press the BIOFILTER

display until you hear a slight click (3.5.4). In

a few seconds the duration scale will begin

to change colour. Fit the fi lter in its original

Keep used fi lters and spares out of reach

of children; as swallowing large amounts of

this substance can be dangerous.

4.1 Door open. If you leave the door open for

longer than 2 minutes, an alarm will sound

and the refrigerator light will switch off. The

alarm will stop when you close the door.

4.2 The freezer is not cold enough

• If the freezer temperature is abnormally

warm, an alarm light will come on (4.2.1,

4.2.2) and an intermittent beep will sound.

(4.2.3, 4.2.4) to switch off

the beeper manually.

• Model only. If the winter function

is activated, the alarm light will fl ash. To

deactivate it, see (2.5.4).

• When you switch on the appliance for the

fi rst time, the alarm light will be activated,

although the alarm beeper will not sound.

4.3 Electricity cuts

Open the refrigerator doors as infrequently as

possible. When the electricity returns, check

whether the frozen food has thawed.

4.4 Normal refrigerator noise

Your refrigerator may make some noise on

functioning. Do not worry about the following

noises, as they are normal.

• The refrigerant gas may cause a bubbling

noise as it circulates around the refrigerator

• The compressor may make a buzzing

noise or a slight tapping sound, particularly

• Expansion and contraction of the materials

generate slight background noise.

Do not attempt to repair the refrigerator

yourself. Call the technical assistance

Do not wet the fi lter as it will lose all its

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 effi cient 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.

• Keep the ventilation grilles free from any

• Take care not to damage the refrigeration

• Do not use electrical appliances inside

the refrigerator, unless they are of a type

recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use mechanical devices or any other

means to speed up the defrosting process,

unless recommended by the manufacturer.

• This appliance is not designed for use by

people (including children) whose physical,

sensorial or mental capacities are impaired, or

who lack suffi cient experience or knowledge,

unless they are supervised or have been

instructed in the use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety. Children

must be supervised to ensure they do not play

• If the supply cable is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer, the after-sales

service or similar qualifi ed staff to prevent

Waste management of electrical and

electronic appliances.

indicates that the appliance must

not be disposed of in traditional bins for domestic

Deliver your refrigerator to a special collection

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.italiano

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