BCB 313 AA VE I S - Fridge Ariston Thermo - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BCB 313 AA VE I S Ariston Thermo

Contents Installation, 14 Positioning and connection Description of the appliance, 15-16 Overall view Control panel Start-up and use, 17-18-19-20 Starting the appliance Using the display Using the refrigerator to its full potential Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care, 21 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Defrosting the appliance Replacing the light bulb Precautions and tips, 22 General safety Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Troubleshooting, 23 Assistance, 24

Installation ! Before placing your new freezer into operation pleaseread these operating instructions carefully. They containimportant information for safe use, for installation and forcare of the appliance.! Please keep these operating instructions for futurereference. Pass them on to possible new owners of theappliance. Positioning and connection Positioning 1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-freeroom.2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor andcondenser give off heat and require good ventilation tooperate correctly and save energy. Electrical connections After the appliance has been transported, carefully placeit vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting itto the electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into theelectrical socket ensure the following:• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliantwith the law.• The socket can withstand the maximum power of theappliance, which is indicated on the data plate locatedon the bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150 W).• The voltage must be in the range between the valuesindicated on the data plate located on the bottom leftside (e.g. 220-240V).• The socket is compatible with the plug of theappliance. If the socket is incompatible with the plug,ask an authorised technician to replace it ( see Assistance ). Do not use extension cords or multiplesockets.! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supplycable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible.! The cable must not be bent or compressed.! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced byauthorised technicians only ( see Assistance

! The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed.GB

ECO Description of the appliance Overall view The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators. The diagrams may notdirectly represent the appliance purchased. For more complex features, consult the following pages. Varies by number and/or position.

• REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Knob This knob turns the refrigerator compartment on or off and enables you to set the relative operating temperatures.

button This button allows you to navigate the display to have access to the various settings/functions and to turn off the alarm buzzers.

• REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT setting Displays the temperature set in the fridge compartment and when the fridge compartment is turned OFF (word OFF indicated).

• SUPER COOL function Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of the SUPER COOL function (rapid cooling of the refrigerator compartment).

• HOLIDAY function Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of the HOLIDAY FUNCTION (optimal temperatures with the minimum consumption in the event of prolonged absence).

• SUPER FREEZE function Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of the SUPER FREEZE function (rapid freezing).

• ICE PARTY function Displays the status (disabled, selected or enabled) of the ICE PARTY function (maximum speed in cooling a warm bottle and serving it at the table in the special bucket designed to maintain the temperature reached by the bottle).

• FREEZER COMPARTMENT setting Displays the temperature set in the freezer compartment and when the appliance is turned OFF (word OFF indicated).

• SELECT button This button selects/deselects the different functions and turns off the alarm buzzers.

Start-up and use Starting the appliance ! Before starting the appliance, follow theinstallation instructions (see Installation ! Before connecting the appliance, clean thecompartments and accessories well with lukewarmwater and bicarbonate.! The appliance comes with a motor protection controlsystem which makes the compressor startapproximately 8 minutes after being switched on. Thecompressor also starts each time the power supply iscut off whether voluntarily or involuntarily (blackout).Once you have plugged the appliance into the mainssocket, make sure the display is on (the FREEZERCOMPARTMENT knob must not be on Off).Freezer compartmentWhen you turn the appliance on (by turning theFREEZER and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob to therequired freezer compartment operating temperature),we recommend you enable the SUPER FREEZEfunction to speed up the cooling process inside thecompartment; when the latter has reached the optimaltemperature, the function will be disabled and youmay place the frozen foods inside the freezer.Refrigerator compartmentWhen you turn the refrigerator compartment on (byturning REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Knob to therequired refrigerator compartment operatingtemperature), we recommend you enable the SUPERCOOL function to speed up the cooling process insidethe compartment: after a few hours, you may placefood inside the refrigerator.A.I.R. SYSTEM (Ariston Integrated Refrigeration)It is recognizable due to the presence of themechanism on the top part of the refrigeratorcompartment (see diagram

The A.I.R. System maintains a constant fridgetemperature to keep food fresher for longer and willquickly restore the temperature to the correct level,even if the door is opened frequently: the blown air (A)is cooled when it comes into contact with the cold wall,SHELVES: with or without grill.Due to the special guides theshelves are removable and theheight is adjustable ( see diagram), allowing easystorage of large containersand food. Height can beadjusted without completeremoval of the shelf.MULTI-USE bin: to store food(such as cold meats) for a longtime and also prevent odoursfrom lingering in therefrigerator. It can be removedfor use and it may be shiftedsideways to optimise space see diagram TEMPERATURE Indicator light : to identify thecoldest area in the refrigerator.1. Check that OK appears clearly on the indicator light see diagram 2. If the word “OK” does not appear it means that thetemperature is too high: adjust the REFRIGERATOROPERATION knob to a higher position (colder) andwait approximately 10 hours until the temperaturehas been stabilised.3. Check the indicator light again: if necessary,readjust it following the initial process. If largequantities of food have been added or if therefrigerator door has been opened frequently, it isnormal for the indicator not to show OK. Wait atleast 10 hours before adjusting the REFRIGERATOROPERATION knob to a higher setting.

Available only on certain models.whereas the hotter air (B) is sucked up (see diagram The back wall may be covered in frost or droplets ofwater, depending on whether the compressor is inoperation or whether it is paused.18

Using the display Setting the temperature If the compartment concerned is switched off, the word OFF will appear on the relative indication space on the display (REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT setting and FREEZER COMPARTMENT setting). If the compartment is switched on, then the temperatures set at that time will appear. To change them, turn the relative knob directly (REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Knob and FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob). The refrigerator compartment can be set to between +2°C and +8°C, while the freezer compartment can be set to a temperature of between -18°C and -26°C. The temperature in both cases can be increased or decreased by 1°C at a time. When the HOLIDAY function is enabled, temperature regulations cannot be made, but the appliance automatically sets itself to the best setting for the situation: +12°C for the refrigerator compartment (if enabled) and -18°C for the freezer compartment. Function status Function symbol during normal operation Function selected (outline flashing) Function enabled (outline on) Enabling/disabling the functions Press the MODE button as many times as necessary for the red outline of the function you wish to act on to light up: this indicates that the function has been selected and is ready to be enabled or disabled. Now you can enable or disable the selected function using the SELECT button.

If you do not confirm your selection by pressing the SELECT button within five seconds of the last action performed on the display, the latter shall go back to displaying the function previously set and indicate that no new modification has been made. The SUPER COOL function is linked to the refrigerator compartment and when the latter is switched off, no action whatsoever will be possible on the former, other functions foresee an operation that can create conflicts (for example, when the HOLIDAY and SUPER FREEZE functions are enabled simultaneously), in this case a pre- set priority is taken into consideration in order to help you operate the appliance. ! The SUPER FREEZE function features a double mode of operation (see paragraph on operating the freezer compartment). Enabling/disabling the DEMO mode: To run a demonstration of the display operation while keeping the appliance turned off, just enable the DEMO mode. Enabling: - set the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/ OFF Knob to 0ff; - keep the two buttons “Select” and “Mode” pressed for approximately 5 seconds, until you hear the buzzer and the two words “OFF” and “OFF” flash on the display; these words will flash for the entire duration the DEMO mode is enabled. Disabling: - set the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/ OFF Knob to 0ff; - keep the two buttons “Select” and “Mode” pressed for approximately 5 seconds, until you hear the buzzer and the two words “OFF” and “OFF” on the display stop flashing. Holiday function To minimise energy usage when on holiday, it is not necessary to switch the appliance off. The appliance has a function which allows it to maintain the temperature of the refrigerator compartment at approximately 15°C (which can also be used to conserve make-up and beauty products). The freezer temperature must be set to the minimum value in order to preserve the food. Using the refrigerator to its full potential

• Activate the SUPER COOL function to lower the temperature quickly. For example, when you place a large number of new food items inside a fridge, the internal temperature will rise slightly. The function quickly cools the groceries by temporarily reducing the temperature until it reaches the ideal level.

• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment, not hot foods ( see Precautions and tips

• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than raw foods.

• Do not store liquids in open containers. They will increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause condensation to form.GB

1. Once you have bought your food, remove all

external packaging made of paper/cardboard or other wrappers, which could introduce bacteria or dirt inside your refrigerator.

2. Protect the food, (especially easily perishable items

and those that have a strong smell), in order to avoid contact between them, thereby removing both the possibility of germ/bacteria contamination as well as the diffusion of strong odours inside the fridge.

3. Store all food in such a way as to ensure air can

circulate freely between different items.

4. Keep the inside of your fridge clean, taking care

not to use oxidiser or abrasive products.

5. Remove all food past its expiry date from the

6. For the correct preservation of food, all easily

perishable items (soft cheeses, raw fish, meat, etc.) should be stored in the coldest zone of the fridge compartment, i.e. just above the salad crisper where the temperature indicator is situated. Using the freezer to its full potential

• Use the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob to adjust the temperature ( see Description

• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has already been defrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten (within 24 hours).

• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into contact with food that has already been defrosted. Fresh food must be stored in the top FREEZER and STORAGE compartment where the temperature drops below -18°C and guarantees rapid freezing.

• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer because they could break.

• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily is indicated on the plate containing the technical properties located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment (for example: Kg/24h: 4).

• To freeze (if the freezer is already operating): - For small quantities, less than the maximum capacity indicated on the data plate (situated on the lower left, next to the salad crisper), enable the SUPER FREEZE function on the display in the "24 hour" mode and insert the food to be frozen. To enable the function, press the MODE button as many times as necessary for the SUPER FREEZE symbol to start flashing and then press the SELECT button to enable the SUPER FREEZE function. After 24 hours, or once the optimal temperatures have been reached, the rapid freezing function is automatically disabled. - For large quantities of food to be frozen (up until the maximum load indicated on the data plate situated on the lower left, next to the salad crisper), enable the SUPER FREEZE function on the display in the "48 hours" mode: To enable the function, press the MODE button as many times as necessary for the SUPER FREEZE symbol to start flashing and then press the SELECT button for more than three seconds to ensure the function is enabled (symbol SUPER FREEZE function starts to flash slowly). After 24 hours, the function symbol will stop flashing and go back to being permanently lit; you can now insert the food to be frozen. After another 24 hours, the function will be disabled automatically. ! Do not open the door during freezing. ! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9 -14 hours.20

ICE trays. The Easy Ice trays are set into the top part of the freezer drawers to maximise the space within the freezer. The trays are drip-free and sealed to prevent food from tainting the ice cubes.

1. Check that the tray is completely empty and fill it

with water through the opening provided.

2. Take care not to exceed the level indicated (MAX

WATER LEVEL). Excess water prevents the ice cubes from dispensing (if this happens, wait for the ice to melt and empty the tray).

3. Turn the tray 90°: due to the connected

compartments each mould fills with water ( see diagram

4. Close the opening with the lid provided and put the

tray back, placing the top part in the corresponding housing and allowing it to drop in again.

5. When the ice has formed (minimum time

approximately 8 hours) knock the tray against a hard surface and wet the outside so that the ice cubes come loose and take them out through the opening. MAX WATER LEVEL MAX WATER LEVEL ICE PARTY: tensures bottles of sparkling wine or champagne reach the right temperature. Place the bottle in the pre- frozen ice bucket located inside the FREEZER and STORAGE compartment and select the function on the display. Remove the bottle when the alert is given. The bucket may be used to serve the bottle, keeping it cool after it has been removed from the appliance.GB

Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary todisconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:1. set the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob on Off2. pull the plug out of the socket! If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound.This alarm does not indicate a malfunction. To restorenormal operation, it is sufficient to set the FREEZEROPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF knob on the desiredvalue. To disconnect the appliance, follow point 1 and 2. Cleaning the appliance

• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubberseals may be cleaned using a sponge that has beensoaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of sodaor neutral soap. Do not use solvents, abrasiveproducts, bleach or ammonia.• The removable accessories may be soaked in warmwater and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and drythem carefully. Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
• The appliance is manufactured with hygienicmaterials which are odour free. In order to maintainan odour free refrigerator and to prevent theformation of stains, food must always be covered orsealed properly.• If you want to switch the appliance off for anextended period of time, clean the inside and leavethe doors open. Defrosting the appliance ! Follow the instructions below.Do not speed up the defrosting process by using anydevices or tools other than the scraper provided, youmay damage the refrigeration circuit.Defrosting the refrigerator compartmentThe refrigerator has an automatic defrosting function:water is ducted to the back of the appliance by aspecial discharge outlet

see diagram ) where theheat produced by thecompressor causes it toevaporate. It isnecessary to clean thedischarge hole regularlyso that the water canflow out easily.Defrosting the freezer compartmentRemove frost regularly using the special scraperprovided. If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it isnecessary to defrost manually:1. One day before enabling the SUPER FREEZEfunction in the 24-hour mode; it helps give the fooda healthy extra "cold shock". After 24 hours, thefreezing function is automatically disabled but youcan disable it yourself.2. Turn the appliance off by turning the FREEZEROPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF knob.! this operation switches off the whole appliance(including the fridge compartment).3. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them inanother freezer or in a cool place.4. Leave the door open until the frost has meltedcompletely. This can be made easier by placingcontainers with lukewarm water in the freezercompartment.5. Certain appliancesare fitted with the DRAINSYSTEM to lead thewater outside: insert thescraper into the slotprovided at the bottomand let the water flowinto a container ( see diagram

6. Clean and dry thefreezer compartmentcarefully before switching the appliance on again.! Remember that the motor will not start immediately,but rather after approximately 8 minutes.7. Wait for approximately 2 hours, i.e. until the idealstorage conditions have been restored, beforeplacing food in the freezer compartment. Replacing the light bulb To replace the light bulb in the refrigeratorcompartment, pull out the plug from the electricalsocket. Follow the instructions below.Access the light bulb (A)by unscrewing the fixingscrew (B) which islocated at the back ofthe lampcover, as shown

see diagram ). Replaceit with a similar lightbulb, the power of whichshould not exceed 15W.

Precautions and tips ! The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance with international safety standards. The following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully. This appliance complies with the following Community Directives: - 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments; -89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent amendments; - 2002/96/CE.. General safety

• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use.

• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food products by adults only and according to the instructions in this manual.

• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to rain and storms.

• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or moist hands and feet.

• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.

• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.

• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply. It is not sufficient to set the FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob

OFF (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.

• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance.

Do not use utensils other than the scraper provided, or electrical equipment which is not of the type specified by the manufacturer, inside the frozen food storage compartments.

• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into your mouth.

• Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance. Under no circumstance should they be allowed to sit on the bins or to hang from the door.

• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It can become a choking or suffocation hazard. Disposal

• Observe local environmental standards when disposing packaging material for recycling purposes.

• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment. The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. Respecting and conserving the environment

• Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated room. Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight and do not place it near heat sources.

• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or opening the door too frequently in order to conserve energy.

• Do not fill the appliance with too much food: cold air must circulate freely for food to be preserved properly. If circulation is impeded, the compressor will work continuously.

• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The internal temperature will increase and force the compressor to work harder and will consume more energy.

• Defrost the appliance if ice forms ( see Maintenance ). A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food products more difficult and results in increased energy consumption.

• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air from escaping ( see Maintenance ).GB

Troubleshooting If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance ( see Assistance ), check for a solution from the following list. Malfunctions: The display does not illuminate. The motor does not start. The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool well. The food inside the refrigerator is beginning to freeze. The motor runs continuously. The appliance makes a lot of noise. There is water at the bottom of the refrigerator. Door open alarm. Abnormal freezer heating alarm. Possible causes / Solutions:

• The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not far enough to make contact, or there is no power in the house.

• The appliance comes with a motor protection control ( see Start-up and use

• The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.

• The doors are opened too frequently.

• The OPERATION knobs are not on the correct setting ( see Description

• The refrigerator or the freezer have been over-filled.

• The food is in contact with the back inside wall of the refrigerator.

• The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened.

• The outside ambient temperature is very high.

• The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when the compressor is off. This is not a defect, it is normal.

• The water discharge hole is blocked ( see Maintenance

Should the refrigerator door be left open for more than two minutes, the lamp inside the compartment will begin to flash; after a few seconds, an alarm buzzer is sounded. To silence this buzzer, just shut the door or press the SELECT button. Should the door remain open for more than 4 minutes, the lamp will flash more rapidly.

1. To signal an excessive heating on the part of the freezer (e.g. momentary

power failure), a buzzer will sound and a message comes up on the display “A1” to signal the dangerous heating of the compartment. To prevent food from refreezing, the freezer will try to maintain a temperature of 0°C, thus allowing you to use up the food within 24 hours or to cook them and then refreeze them. You can turn the buzzer off simply by pressing the SELECT button. To return to normal operation and cancel the message from the display, you need to turn the appliance off and on again, turning the appliance FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob.

1. If the temperature inside the freezer continues to rise to excessively high

values, the buzzer will sound yet again and another message “ A2A2 A2A2 A2” will come up on the display to signal the dangerous state of overheating. We recommend you check the conditions of the food, as it may be necessary to throw it away. In all cases, food should not be refrozen unless you cook it first. To prevent food from refreezing, the freezer will try to maintain a temperature of 0°C. The buzzer can be turned off by simply pressing the SELECT button. To return to normal operation and cancel the message from the display, you need to turn the appliance off and on again, turning the appliance FREEZER OPERATION and APPLIANCE ON/OFF Knob.24

Assistance Before calling for Assistance: Check if the malfunction can be solved on your own ( see Troubleshooting

• If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or the problem persists, call the nearest Service CentreCommunicating:• type of malfunction• appliance model (Mod.)• serial number (S/N)This information can be found on the data platelocated on the bottom left side of the refrigeratorcompartment. Never call on unauthorized technicians and always refuse spare parts which are not originals. Mod. RG 2330