KS9787 - Fridge SEVERIN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KS9787 SEVERIN

GB Instructions for use

Before using the appliance, please read the following

instructions carefully and keep this manual for future reference.

The appliance must only be used by persons familiar with these

Connection to the mains supply

The appliance should only be connected to an earthed socket

installed in accordance with the regulations. Make sure that

the supply voltage corresponds with the voltage marked on the

rating label. This product complies with all binding CE labelling

∙ Do not operate this unit by means of a transformer.

∙ To prevent noise vibration, ensure that the power cord does

not touch any part of the rear of the unit

∙ This appliance is a compressor refrigerator, designed for the

short-term storage of food in the main cabinet and long-term

storage of food in the freezer compartment.

∙ Refrigeration appliances are classifi ed into certain climate

classes. Please refer to the product data sheet for

information on the classifi cation for this unit; the data sheet

can be found at the end of this manual.

∙ No responsibility is accepted if damage results from

improper use, or if these instructions are not complied with.

Important safety instructions

∙ This appliance is intended for domestic or similar

applications, such as

- in shops, offi ces and other similar working

- in agricultural areas,

- by customers in hotels, motels etc. and similar

- in bed-and breakfast type environments.

∙ This appliance is not intended for commercial

use, nor for use in the catering business or similar

wholesale environments.

∙ The cooling circuit in

this appliance contains

the refrigerant isobutane

(R600a), a natural gas with

a high level of environmental

compatibility, which is

nevertheless fl ammable. Ensure, therefore, that none

of the components of the refrigerant circuit become

damaged during transportation and installation of the

appliance. If damage to the cooling circuit does occur,

do not switch on or connect the appliance to the

mains power. In the case that there is an open fi re

or any other sources of ignition in the vicinity of the

refrigerant gas, make sure it is removed immediately

from this area and that the room is then thoroughly

∙ Warning: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance

enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of

obstruction. Suffi cient ventilation must be ensured at

∙ Warning: Do not damage the cooling circuit. Any

escaping refrigerant causes damage to the eyes;

there is also a danger of the gas igniting.

∙ Warning: Do n ot use any external device (e.g.;

heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-frosting;

follow only the methods recommended in this manual.

∙ Warning: Do not operate any electrical appliances

(e.g. ice makers) inside the storage compartment that

are not specifi cally permitted in these instructions.

∙ Before it is connected to the mains power, the unit

must be thoroughly checked for transport damage,

including its power cord. In the event of any such

damage being found, the appliance must not be

connected to the mains.

∙ This appliance is not designed for the storage of

explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a

fl ammable propellant.

∙ If the unit is sold, handed over to a third party or

disposed of at a suitable recycling facility, attention

must be drawn to the presence of the insulation agent

‘cyclopenthane’ as well as to the refrigerant R600a.

∙ In order to comply with safety regulations and to

avoid hazards, any repairs or modifi cations to this

unit must be carried out by our authorised service

personnel, including the replacement of the power

∙ This appliance may be used by children (at least 8

years of age) and by persons with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience

and knowledge, provided they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning the use of the

appliance and fully understand all dangers and safety

precautions involved.

∙ Children must not be permitted to play with the

∙ Children must not be permitted to carry out any

cleaning or maintenance work on the appliance.

∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of

warm water with some mild detergent. For detailed

information on cleaning the appliance, please refer to

the section De-frosting and cleaning.

∙ For detailed information on replacing the light bulb,

please refer to the section Interior lighting.

∙ To prevent the risk of personal injury or damage to the unit,

it must only be transported while in its original packaging.

∙ Caution: Keep any packaging materials well away from

children: there is a risk of suffocation.

∙ The ice removed from the unit during de-frosting is not

suitable for human consumption.

∙ The power cord should be regularly examined for any signs

of damage. In the event of such damage being found, the

appliance must no longer be used.

∙ To avoid the risk of fi re, do not place any thermo-electric

appliances on top of the unit. Do not place liquid containers

on top of the unit, to prevent any leaking or escaping liquid

damaging the electrical insulation.

∙ This unit is designed for storing food only.

∙ Alcoholic substances may be stored only in properly sealed

containers and in upright positions.

∙ Do not store any glass bottles containing carbonated or

other freezable liquids in the unit: such bottles may burst

during the freezing process.

∙ To avoid the risk of food poisoning, do not consume food

after its storage time has expired. Thawed foods must not be

frozen a second time.

∙ Do not lean or put undue weight on the shelves,

compartments, door etc.

∙ Protect the inside of the refrigerator at all times from open

fl ames and any other sources of ignition.

∙ Remove the plug from the wall socket

- in case of any malfunction,

- before de-frosting,

- before maintenance or repair work is carried out.

∙ When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on

the power cord; always grip the plug itself.

∙ If the unit is not used for an extended period of time, we

recommend keeping the door open.

∙ We reserve the right to introduce technical modifi cations.

The components of your refrigerator-freezer unit may differ in

quantity and design from those described here. This description

refers to a unit of the group of two-compartment refrigerator-

freezer combinations.

The unit consists of two parts: refrigerator cabinet (B) and

freezer cabinet (A).

1. Temperature control and interior light

3. Drain channel cleaning tool

5. Vegetable/fruit fresh storage compartment

7. Multi-purpose storage

9. Instructions for using freezer

13. Melt-water evaporation tray

Before using for the fi rst time

∙ Remove any exterior and interior packaging materials

completely, including the adhesive strips.

∙ The packaging materials must be properly disposed of.

∙ Fit the two enclosed spacer elements (1) into the

corresponding guide slots on the rear (2).

∙ Before it is connected to the mains, the unit must be

thoroughly checked for transport damage, including its

∙ Clean the unit as described in the section De-frosting and

∙ The unit should only be transported in its vertical position;

do not tilt any more than 30°.

∙ Once the unit has been positioned, wait for about 30

minutes before it is connected to the mains.

∙ If the unit has been tilted more than 30° during transport,

allow it to stand upright for at least 4 hours before it is

connected to the mains.

∙ When the unit is fi rst switched on, a slight ‘new’ smell may

be noticed. However, this will disappear once the cooling

∙ The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry room.

∙ It should be operated in conditions where the relative

humidity is no more than 70 %.

∙ The product data sheet at the end of this manual contains

details of the ambient temperature range suitable for this

∙ Do not use the appliance outdoors.

∙ Ensure that the plug is accessible and can be removed from

the wall socket at any time.

∙ Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and do not

position it next to any heat sources (radiators, cookers etc.). If

this cannot be avoided, however, suitable insulation must be in

installed between the heat source and the unit.

∙ The unit must not be installed inside a cabinet, nor directly

below a hanging cupboard, shelf or similar object.

∙ In the case of uneven fl oors, the adjustable feet on the unit

can be used to compensate and ensure optimum stability.

The heated air around the rear of the unit must be able to circulate

Ensure, therefore, that the air circulation behind the unit is not

Caution: Ensure at all times that the rear ventilation

openings around the top cover are not obstructed.

If required, the door may be reversed, i.e. from right-hinged (default

installation) to left-hinged.

To avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the unit, two people

are needed to reverse the door.

Warning: Always disconnect the unit from the mains before

any maintenance or repair work is carried out.

Before you get started, please note the following:

∙ Always ensure that the correct number of washers is used

on all hinge bolts and screws.

∙ So that the doors can close tightly against the frame, take14

the utmost care that they are properly aligned during re-

∙ Open the freezer door (18).

∙ Remove the fi xing screws (1 and 3) from the top cover (two

screws at the front and two at the rear), and take off the

∙ Unscrew the upper hinge bracket (5) and remove it.

Caution: the door must be supported while this is done.

∙ Take off the freezer door (18).

∙ Unscrew the hinge pin (7) together with the nut (6) and

washers (8), and fi t the entire assembly to the opposite side

of the hinge bracket.

∙ Undo the fi xing screws (11) on the centre hinge bracket (10).

Caution: Support the door.

∙ Take off the centre hinge bracket (10) together with the

hinge pin washers and the plastic plate (9).

∙ Take off the refrigerator door (13).

∙ Tilt the whole unit towards the rear.

∙ Unscrew the lower hinge bracket (14) and take it off.

∙ Unscrew the hinge pin (15) from the bracket, and re-insert it

from the other side.

∙ Remove both screws on the left of the underside and

replace them on the right.

∙ Fit the lower hinge bracket (14) on the left of the underside.

∙ Put the washers on the hinge pin.

∙ Remove the cap (19) from the freezer door and the cap (16)

from the refrigerator door and replace them on the opposite

∙ Take off the caps (17) from the partition between the

refrigerator and freezer compartments and remove the

∙ Replace both screws on the opposite side and then the

∙ Fit the refrigerator door (13) onto the pin (15) of the lower

∙ Fit the pin of the centre hinge bracket (10), together with the

washers, to the refrigerator door (13).

∙ Fit the centre hinge bracket (10) together with the plastic

∙ Remove both screws from the upper left and replace them

∙ Place the freezer door (18) onto the pin of the centre hinge

∙ Fit the pin of the upper hinge bracket (5) to the freezer door

(18), and then fi t and secure the upper hinge bracket (5).

Note: If necessary, the alignment of the doors can be adjusted

by slightly loosening the hinge bracket screws, but remember

to tighten them afterwards

∙ Replace the top cover (4) and use the screws (1 and 3) to

secure it (two screws at the front and two at the rear).

If the unit has been tilted to more than 30°, wait for about 4

hours before re-connecting it to the mains.

The unit is re-activated by connecting it to the mains. It is only

switched off completely when the plug is removed from the wall

The temperature in the refrigerator cabinet can be adjusted by

setting the temperature control. Turning the control clockwise

will decrease the temperature, while turning it anti-clockwise

The medium settings are usually most suitable for home use.

We recommend using a thermometer to check the actual

temperature inside the cabinet and make adjustments as

Following a power interruption, or if the unit has been switched

off on purpose, it may take 3 to 5 minutes before it switches

In position ‘0’, the cooling function is switched off, though

the appliance is still connected to the mains.

1. Temperature control

2. Control panel cover

Changing the light bulb:

∙ Remove the plug from the wall socket.

∙ Use a suitable tool to release the locking tab (5) and remove

∙ Take out the defective bulb and fi t a new one (max. 15 W,

∙ Replace the lamp cover.

∙ Connect the unit to the mains power. It may take 3 to 5

minutes before it switches on again.

Freezer compartment door

To ensure that frozen food will not de-frost prematurely, the

door to the freezer compartment should be kept closed at all

times. This will also prevent an undue build-up of ice and frost.

Ensure, therefore, that the door is only opened briefl y to place

food in the freezer compartment or to remove it.

Freezing and storing food

The temperatures inside the refrigerator cabinet and freezer

compartment depend mainly on the ambient temperature, the

temperature control setting and the amount of food stored.

Freezer compartment:

∙ The freezer compartment is designed for deep-freezing and

long-term storage of frozen food, and for making ice cubes.

∙ To ensure that nutritious elements such as vitamins are

not lost, fresh food should be deep-frozen right through as

quickly as possible. To that effect, the prepared food should

be placed into the freezer compartments, properly spaced in

∙ Avoid contact with food that has already been frozen.

∙ Caution: Do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity

per day. The product data sheet at the end of this manual

contains details of the maximum daily freezing capacity.

∙ Set the temperature control to Max to accelerate the

freezing process. After 24 hours, once the food is well

frozen, the temperature control can be set back to its original

∙ The time required to freeze food may be shortened by

dividing it into smaller portions.

∙ Suitable packaging materials for frozen food are transparent

(i.e. non-coloured) plastic wrap or bags, or aluminium foil.

The packaging materials should be well aired before use;

check that the package is airtight before freezing the food.

We strongly recommend that you label every item stored in

the freezer with all relevant information such as type of food,

freezing date and use-by date.

∙ Do not attempt to deep-freeze carbonated beverages, warm

food or any kind of bottled liquids.

∙ Frozen food can be defrosted in the refrigerator. This way,

the food is defrosted at a slower rate, retaining its taste.

Furthermore, the frozen food helps to keep the temperature

inside the refrigerator at its intended level.

Use-by dates for frozen food are specifi ed (in months) in

Do not exceed these storage times.

However, always observe the manufacturer’s use-by dates for

∙ If the unit remains switched off for an extended period (eg

during a power failure), the door should be kept closed; this

will help to maintain the lowest possible temperature in the

cabinet. The product data sheet at the end of this manual

contains detailed information of the maximum safe storage

time in case of malfunction. Even a slight rise in the inside

temperature will shorten the storage life of the food.

∙ Different areas of the refrigerator cabinet are affected

differently by the cooling effect. The warmest area is around

the door in the higher part of the cabinet, the coldest around

the rear wall and in the lower part of the cabinet.

∙ The food should therefore be stored as follows:

∙ On main cabinet shelves (from top to bottom): bakery items,

ready meals, dairy products, meat, fi sh and cold meats/

∙ In the vegetable compartment: vegetables, salad and fruit.

∙ In the door (from top to bottom): butter, cheese, eggs, tubes

(eg mustard), small bottles, large bottles, milk and fruit-juice

∙ Initially, the temperature control should be set to position 4.

If the cooling effect is too strong, lower it to position 1-3; if it

is insuffi cient, raise it to 5-7.

If you notice frost on the rear wall, the most likely cause

is that the door has been left open for too long, or that

warm food has been placed inside the refrigerator or

that the temperature control has been set too high.

∙ Liquid or strong-smelling food, or food which is likely to

absorb strong odours (e.g. cheese, fi sh, butter), should be16

stored separately or in hermetically sealed containers.

∙ Warm food should be left to cool down to room

temperature before being placed in the refrigerator.

∙ Always ensure that the door is properly closed and that the

seal is not obstructed by food stored inside the cabinet or

A special ice-cube tray is provided for making ice cubes. Fill

the tray 3/4 full with drinking water and place it in the freezer

compartment. The ice cubes are easier to remove from the tray

if the tray is left standing at room temperature for 5 minutes.

De-frosting and cleaning

∙ Always remove the plug from the wall socket before

∙ Do not pour water over or inside the unit.

∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm water

with some mild detergent. To prevent any unpleasant odour

within the refrigerator, it should be cleaned about once a

∙ Any accessories should be cleaned separately with soapy

water. Do not put them in a dishwasher.

∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions or any

cleaning agents that contain alcohol.

∙ After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces with fresh water

before wiping them completely dry. When re-inserting the

plug into the wall socket ensure that you have dry hands.

∙ To save energy and to ensure optimum performance, the

condenser (at the rear) as well as the compressor should

be cleaned at least twice a year with a broom or a vacuum

∙ Take care not to remove or damage the rating plate inside

the cabinet during cleaning.

When de-frosting the freezer compartment

Once the build-up of ice inside the freezer compartment has

reached a thickness of 2-4 mm, it needs to be de-frosted. This

should be done at least twice a year.

∙ Ensure that the plug has been removed from the wall

∙ Remove all food from the compartment and store it in a

cool location, eg together with pre-frozen freezer-packs

in a closed plastic container. Note that, even with a slight

increase in temperature, the storage life will be shortened

and the food should be used as soon as possible.

∙ Keep the door open. To accelerate defrosting, one or several

containers with hot (but not boiling) water may be placed

inside the freezer compartment.

∙ Warning: do not use any external device or other means

(e.g. heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-frosting.

∙ After cleaning, ensure that the freezer compartment is

thoroughly dried and set the temperature control to its

maximum position. After 24 hours, it may turned back to its

Defrosting the refrigerator cabinet :

The integral vapouriser is sealed in foam in the rear wall; you

may therefore notice a build-up of frost around the rear area.

This layer of frost will start melting when the compressor is not

working. Through a system of hoses, the melt-water drains

into the collection tray below the compressor, where it will be

absorbed into the surrounding air. The unit does not therefore

require de-frosting, but only proper cleaning instead.

∙ To enable the melt-water to drain freely, always ensure that

the channel and discharge opening in the cabinet are free of

∙ The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry room.

∙ Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and do not

position it next to any heat sources (radiators, cookers etc.).

If this cannot be avoided, however, suitable insulation must be

installed between the heat source and the unit.

∙ Do not cover the ventilation openings and grilles, and ensure

suffi cient air circulation behind the unit.

∙ The compressor (at the rear) should be cleaned at regular

intervals. Accumulated dust causes an increase in energy

∙ Warm food should be allowed to cool down before it is

∙ To prevent an increased build-up of ice, do not leave the

doors of the unit open for too long when loading or taking

∙ Frequent de-frosting helps to save energy. For detailed

information on cleaning the appliance, please refer to the

section De-frosting and cleaning.

∙ Do not set a lower-than-necessary temperature. For detailed

information on the temperature settings, please refer to the

section Temperature control.

Certain typical sounds can be heard when the appliance is

switched on. These sounds are:

electrical motor within

the sound level will be

slightly higher for a

limited period of time.

∙ caused by the cooling agent fl owing through the circuit.

The following table lists possible malfunctions and their

probable causes and solutions. In the event of operational

p roblems, check fi rst whether a solution can be found using this

table. If the problem persists, disconnect the appliance from the

mains power and contact our Customer Service Department.