PLC102 - Fridge PROLINE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PLC102 PROLINE

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, un- less they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appli- ance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Keep all packaging well away from chil- dren. There is risk of suffocation.

• If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the con- nection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to pre- vent playing children to suffer electric shock or to close themselves into it.

• If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock un- usable before you discard the old appli- ance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child. General safety Warning! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

• The appliance is intended for keeping foodstuff and/or beverages in a normal household as explained in this instruction booklet.

• Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing process.

• Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of re- frigerating appliances, unless they are ap- proved for this purpose by the manufac- turer.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is con- tained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit be- come damaged. If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged: – avoid open flames and sources of igni- tion – thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated

• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short- circuit, fire and/or electric shock. 10Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be Warning! Any electrical component (power cord, plug, compressor) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel to avoid hazard.

1. Power cord must not be lengthened.

2. Make sure that the power plug is not

squashed or damaged by the back of the appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.

3. Make sure that you can come to the

mains plug of the appliance.

4. Do not pull the mains cable.

5. If the power plug socket is loose, do

not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

6. You must not operate the appliance

without the lamp cover (if foreseen) of interior lighting.

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abra- sions or frost/freezer burns.

• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appli- ance to direct sunlight.

• Bulb lamps (if foreseen) used in this appli- ance are special purpose lamps selected for household appliances use only. They are not suitable for household room illu- mination. Daily Use

• Do not put hot pot on the plastic parts in the appliance.

• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance, because they may ex- plode.

• Do not place food products directly against the air outlet on the rear wall. (If the appliance is Frost Free)

• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.

• Store pre-packed frozen food in accord- ance with the frozen food manufacturer's instructions.

• Appliance's manufacturers storage rec- ommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.

• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.

• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if con- sumed straight from the appliance. Care and cleaning

• Before maintenance, switch off the appli- ance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.

• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.

• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper. Installation Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraph.

• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possi- ble damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packing.

• It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.

• Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ven- tilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.

• The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.

• Make sure that the mains plug is accessi- ble after the installation of the appliance. Service

• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be car- ried out by a qualified electrician or com- petent person.

• This product must be serviced by an au- thorized Service Centre, and only genu- ine spare parts must be used. 11Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be Environment Protection This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insula- tion materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appli- ance shall be disposed according to the applicable regulations to obtain from your local authorities. Avoid dam- aging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. The ma- terials used on this appliance marked by the symbol are recyclable. OPERATION Switching on Insert the plug into the wall socket. Turn the Temperature regulator clockwise. Switching off To turn off the appliance, turn the Tempera- ture regulator to the OFF position. Temperature regulation The temperature is automatically regulated. To operate the appliance, proceed as fol- lows:

• turn the Temperature regulator towards to obtain the minimum coldness.

• turn the Temperature regulator towards to obtain the maximum coldness. A medium setting is generally the most suitable. However, the exact setting should be chos- en keeping in mind that the temperature in- side the appliance depends on:

• how often the lid is opened

• the quantity of food stored

• the location of the appliance. FIRST USE Cleaning the interior Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accesso- ries with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dry thoroughly. Important! Do not use detergents or abra- sive powders, as these will damage the fin- ish. DAILY USE Freezing fresh food The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time. The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on the rating plate

The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be fro- zen. Storage of frozen food When first starting-up or after a period out of use, before putting the products in the compartment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings.

2) Refer to "Technical data"

12Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be Important! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer than the value shown in the technical characteristics chart under "rising time", the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooling).

HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS

Hints for freezing To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints:

• the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rat- ing plate;

• the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be add- ed during this period;

• only freeze top quality, fresh and thor- oughly cleaned, foodstuffs;

• prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible subsequently to thaw only the quantity required;

• wrap up the food in aluminium foil or pol- ythene and make sure that the packages are airtight;

• do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature of the lat- ter;

• lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food;

• water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;

• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage time. Hints for storage of frozen food To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should:

• make sure that the commercially frozen foodstuffs were adequately stored by the retailer;

• be sure that frozen foodstuffs are trans- ferred from the foodstore to the freezer in the shortest possible time;

• not open the lid frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary.

• Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen.

• Do not exceed the storage period indica- ted by the food manufacturer.

Caution! Unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance operation. This appliance contains hydrocarbons in its cooling unit; maintenance and re- charging must therefore only be carried out by authorized technicians. Periodic cleaning

1. Switch off the appliance.

2. Disconnect the mains plug from the

3. Regularly clean the appliance and the

accessories with warm water and neu- tral soap. Clean the lid seal carefully.

4. Fully dry the appliance.

5. Connect the mains plug to the mains

6. Switch on the appliance.

Caution! Do not use detergents, abrasive products, highly perfumed cleaning products or wax polishes to clean the inner side of the appliance. Prevent damage to the cooling system. Important! There is no need to clean the compressor area. Many proprietary kitchen surface cleaners contain chemicals that can attack/damage the plastics used in this appliance. For this reason it is recommended that the outer casing of this appliance is only cleaned with 13Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be warm water with a little washing-up liquid added. Defrosting the freezer Defrost the freezer when the frost layer rea- ches a thickness of about 10-15 mm. The best time to defrost the freezer when it contains no or only a little food. To remove the frost, do these steps:

1. Switch off the appliance.

2. Remove any stored food, wrap it in

several layers of newspaper and put it in a cool place.

3. Leave the lid open , remove the plug

from the defrost water drain and collect all defrost water on a tray. Use a scra- per to remove ice quickly.

4. When defrosting is completed, dry the

interior thoroughly and refit the plug.

5. Switch on the appliance.

6. Set the temperature regulator to obtain

the maximum coldness and run the ap- pliance for two or three hours using this setting.

7. Reload the previously removed food in-

to the compartment. Important! Never use sharp metal tools to scrape off frost as you could damage the appliance. Do not use a mechanical device or any artificial means to speed up the thawing process other than those recommended by the manufacturer. A temperature rise of the frozen food packs, during defrosting, may shorten their safe storage life. The amount of frost on the walls of the ap- pliance will be increased by the high level of the outer environment humidity and if the frozen food is not wrapped properly. Periods of non-operation When the appliance is not in use for long periods, take the following precautions:

1. Switch off the appliance.

2. Disconnect the mains plug from the

4. Defrost and clean the appliance and all

ant smells. Important! If the cabinet will be kept on, ask somebody to check it once in a while to prevent the food inside from spoiling in case of a power failure.

Caution! Before troubleshooting, disconnect the power supply. Only a qualified electrician or compe- tent person must do the troubleshoot- ing that is not in this manual. Important! There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, refrigerant circulation). Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance is noisy The appliance is not supported properly Check if the appliance stands sta- ble (all the four feet should be on the floor) The compressor oper- ates continually The temperature is not set cor- rectly. Set a warmer temperature The lid has been opened too fre- quently Do not leave the lid open longer than necessary The lid is not closed properly Check if the lid closes well and the gaskets are undamaged and clean Large quantities of food to be frozen were put in at the same time Wait some hours and then check the temperature again Food placed in the appliance was too warm Allow food to cool to room tem- perature before storing 14Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be Problem Possible cause Solution The temperature of the room that contains the appliance is too high for efficient operation Try to reduce the temperature in the room where the appliance stands There is too much frost and ice Products are not wrapped prop- erly Wrap the products better The lid is not shut properly or do not close tightly Check if the lid closes well and the gaskets are undamaged and clean The temperature is not set cor- rectly. Set a warmer temperature The lid doesn't close completely There is excessive frost Eliminate excess frost The lid gaskets are dirty or sticky Clean the lid gaskets Food packages are blocking the lid Arrange the packages in the right way, see the sticker in the appli- ance The lid is difficult to open The lid gaskets are dirty or sticky Clean the lid gaskets The valve is blocked Check the valve It is too warm in the freezer The temperature is not set cor- rectly. Set a lower temperature The lid does not close tightly or it is not shut properly Check if the lid closes well and the gasket is undamaged and clean Before freezing the appliance was not precooled sufficiently Pre-cool the appliance for enough time Large quantities of food to be frozen were put in at the same time Wait some hours and then check the temperature again. Next time insert smaller quantities of food to be frozen at any one time. Food placed in the appliance was too warm Allow food to cool to room tem- perature before storing. Products to be frozen are placed too closely to each other Place the products in a way so that cold air could circulate among them The lid has been opened often Try to not open the lid often The lid has been opened for a long time. Do not leave the lid open longer than necessary It is too cold inside the freezer The temperature is not set cor- rectly. Set a warmer temperature The appliance does not work at all. Neither cool- ing nor lighting works Plug is not connected to the mains socket properly Connect the mains plug properly Power does not reach the appli- ance Try connecting another electrical device to the power outlet The appliance is not switched

Switch on the appliance 15Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be Problem Possible cause Solution The thermostatic control is not

Check setting of thermostatic control There is no voltage in the mains socket (try to connect another appliance into it) Call an electrician Customer Service If your appliance is still not working properly after making the above checks, contact the nearest service centre. To obtain fast service, it is essential that when you apply for it you specify the model and serial number of your appliance which can be found either on the guarantee certifi- cate or on the rating plate located on the external right side of the appliance. TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions Height × Width × Depth (mm): Further technical information are situ- ated in the rating plate on the external right side of the appliance. 850 × 550 × 593 Rising Time 26 hours INSTALLATION Positioning Warning! If you are discarding an old appliance that has a lock or catch on the lid, you must ensure that it is made unusable to prevent young children being trapped inside. Important! The appliance shall have the plug accessible after installation. This appliance can be installed in a dry, well ventilated indoor (garage or cellar), but for optimum performance install this appliance at a location where the ambient tempera- ture corresponds to the climate class indi- cated on the rating plate of the appliance: Climate class Ambient temperature SN +10°C to + 32°C N +16°C to + 32°C ST +16°C to + 38°C T +16°C to + 43°C Electrical connection Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power supply. The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power sup- ply socket is not earthed, connect the appli- ance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a qualified electrician. The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not ob- served. This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Di- rectives. Ventilation requirements

1. Put the freezer in horizontal position on

a firm surface. The cabinet must be on all four feet.

2. Make sure that the clearance between

the appliance and rear wall is 5 cm.

3. Make sure that the clearance between

the appliance and the sides is 5 cm. The airflow behind the appliance must be sufficient. 16Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate 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 caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 17Downloaded from www.vandenborre.be SOMMAIRE Consignes de sécurité 18 Fonctionnement 21 Première utilisation 21 Utilisation quotidienne 21 Conseils utiles 22 Entretien et nettoyage 22 En cas d'anomalie de fonctionnement 23 Caractéristiques techniques 25 Installation 26 En matière de sauvegarde de l'environnement 26 Sous réserve de modifications.