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USER MANUAL BRFT 1522 SS BLOMBERG

Please read this user manual first!

Dear Customer,

We hope that your product, which has been produced in modern plants and checked under the most meticulous quality control procedures, will provide you an effective service.

Therefore, read this entire user manual carefully before using the product and keep it as a reference. If you handover the product to someone else, give the user manual as well.

The user manual will help you use the product in a fast and safe way.

• Read the manual before installing and operating the product.
• Make sure you read the safety instructions.
• Keep the manual in an easily accessible place as you may need it later.
• Read the other documents given with the product.

Remember that this user manual is also applicable for several other models.

Differences between models will be identified in the manual.

Explanation of symbols

Throughout this user manual the following symbols are used:

i	Important information or useful hints.
!	Risk of injury and damage to the property.
	Risk of electric shock.
	Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations.

Contents

1 Important instructions for safety and environment 3
2 Your appliance 7
3 Installation 8
3.1. Appropriate installation location 8
3.2. Installing the plastic wedges....8
3.3. Adjusting the feet 9
3.4. Electrical connection 9
3.5. Connecting the water hose to the refrigerator 10
3.6. Connecting the water line to the water supply. 10
3.7.Reversing the doors. 12
3.8.Reversing the doors. 13
4 Preparation 14
4.1. Things to be done for energy saving. 14
4.2. Initial use 14
5 Operating the product 15
5.1. Indicator panel. 15
5.2.Egg holder 17
5.3.Fan 17
5.4.Crisper 17
5.5. Chiller compartment. 17
5.6. Freezing fresh food. 18
Recommendations for preserving the frozen food 19
5.7. Deep-freeze information. 19
5.8. Placing the food 19
5.9. Door open warning. 20
5.10 Changing the door opening direction 20
5.11.Illumination lamp 20

6 Maintenance and cleaning 21

6.1.Avoiding bad odors 21
6.2. Protecting the plastic surfaces 21
6.3. Door Glasses 21

7 Troubleshooting 23

1 Important instructions for safety and

environment

This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of personal injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions shall void any warranty.

1.1 General safety

• This product can be used by children at and above 8 years old and by persons whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities were not fully developed or who lack experience and knowledge provided that they are supervised or trained on the safe usage of the product and the risks it brings out. Children must not play with the product. Cleaning and maintenance works should not be performed by children unless they are supervised by someone.
• Unplug the product if a failure occurs while it is in use.
• If the product haeas a failure, it should not be operated unless it is repaired by the Authorised Service Agent. There is the risk of electric shock!
• Connect the product to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse complying with the values in the rating plate. Have the grounding installation made by a qualified electrician. Our company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the product is used without grounding in accordance with the local regulations.
• Unplug the product when not in use.
• Never wash the product by spreading or pouring water onto it! There is the risk of electric shock!
• Never touch the plug with wet hands! Never unplug by pulling on the cable, always pull out by grabbing the plug.
• It is recommended to clean the tip of the plug regularly with a dry cloth.

• Do not plug the refrigerator if the wall outlet is loose.
• Never connect your refrigerator to electricity-saving systems. Such systems are harmful for the product.
• Unplug the product during installation, maintenance, cleaning and repairing procedures.
• Always have the installation and repairing procedures carried out by the Authorised Service Agent. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorised persons.
• Do not eat cone ice cream and ice cubes immediately after you take them out of the freezer compartment! This may cause frostbite in your mouth!
• Do not touch frozen food by hand! They may stick to your hand!
• Do not put bottled and canned liquid beverages in the freezer compartment. They may burst!
• Never use steam and steam assisted cleaning materials to clean or defrost the refrigerator. Steam will cause short circuit or electric shock since it would get into contact with the electrical parts in the refrigerator!
• Do not use mechanical devices or other methods to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Never use the parts on your refrigerator such as the door and drawer as a means of support or step. This will cause the product to tip over or parts of it get damaged.

Instructions for safety and environment

• Do not damage the cooling circuit, where the refrigerant is circulating, with drilling or cutting tools. The refrigerant that might blow out when the gas channels of the evaporator, pipe extensions or surface coatings are punctured may cause skin irritations and eye injuries.
• Do not cover or block the ventilation holes on the refrigerator with any material.
• Place the beverage with higher proofs tightly closed and vertically.
• Do not use gaseous sprays near the product since there is the risk of fire or explosion!
• Flammable items or products that contain flammable gases (e.g. spray) as well as the explosive materials should never be kept in the appliance.
• Do not place containers filled with liquid on top of the product. Spilling water on an electrical component may cause electric shocks or risk of fire.
• Do not store products (vaccines, heat-sensitive medicines, scientific materials and etc.) that require a precise temperature control in the refrigerator.
  If you will not operate the product for a long period of time, unplug and unload the food in it.
• If the product is equipped with blue light, do not look at the blue light with optical tools.
• Exposing the product to rain, snow, sun and wind is dangerous with respect to electrical safety.

• In products with mechanical control (thermostat), wait for minimum 5 minutes to plug in the product again after unplugging it.

• Do not overload the product. It may fall when the door is opened, and cause injury or damage. Similar problems may occur in case of putting things on top of the product.

• If the product's door is equipped with a handle, do not pull by the handle when changing the place of the product. Handle may get loose.
• Pay attention not to have your hand or any part of your body get caught by the moving parts inside the product.

1.1.1 HCA warning

If your product's cooling system contains R600a:

This gas is flammable. Therefore, pay attention to not damaging the cooling system and piping during usage and transportation. In the event of damage, keep your product away from potential fire sources that can cause the product catch a fire and ventilate the room in which the unit is placed.

Ignore this warning if your product's cooling system contains R134a.

Type of gas used in the product is stated in the type plate which is on the left wall inside the refrigerator.

Never throw the product in fire for disposal.

i	If the product is equipped with a cooling system containing R134a gas, ignore this warning.
i	You can learn the gas used in production of your product on the rating plate located on the left inner part of it.
!	WARNING: Never dispose the product in fire.

Instructions for safety and environment

1.1.2 For products with a water dispenser

• Pressure for cold water inlet shall be maximum 90 psi (6.2 bar). If your water pressure exceeds 80 psi (5.5 bar), use a pressure limiting valve in your mains system. If you do not know how to check your water pressure, ask for the help of a professional plumber.
• If there is risk of water hammer effect in your installation, always use a water hammer prevention equipment in your installation. Consult Professional plumbers is you are not sure that there is no water hammer effect in your installation.
• Do not install on the hot water inlet. Take precautions against of the risk of freezing of the hoses. Water temperature operating interval shall be 33^ (0.6^) minimum and 100^ (38^) maximum.
• Use only potable water.

1.2 Intended use

• This product has been designed for domestic use. It is not suitable for commercial use and it must not be used out of its intended use.
• Product must be used only for storing food.
• The manufacturer waives any responsibility arisen from incorrect usage or transportation.
• The service life of your product is 10 years. During this period, original spare parts will be available to operate the appliance properly.

1.3 Children's safety

• If the door has a lock, the key should be kept away from reach of children.
  Children must be supervised to prevent them from tampering with the product.

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

Take off the doors.
- Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

1.4 Compliance with WEEE Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product:

This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This product has

been manufactured with high quality parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling. Do not dispose of the waste product with normal domestic and other wastes at the end of its service life. Take it to the collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Please consult your local authorities to learn about these collection centers.

Instructions for safety and environment

1.5 Compliance with RoHS Directive:

The product you have purchased complies with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive.

1.6 Package information

• Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.

DANGER: Risk Of Fire or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant Used. Do Not Use Mechanical Devices To Defrost Refrigerator. Do Not Puncture Refrigerant Tubing".

DANGER: Risk Of Fire Or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant Used. To Be Repaired Only By Trained Service Personnel. Do Not Puncture Refrigerant Tubing".

CAUTION: Risk Of Fire Or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant Used. Consult Repair Manual/Owner's Guide Before Attempting To Service This Product. All Safety Precautions Must be Followed.

CAUTION: Risk Of Fire Or Explosion. Dispose Of Property In Accordance With Federal Or Local Regulations. Flammable Refrigerant Used.

CAUTION: Risk Of Fire Or Explosion Due To Puncture Of Refrigerant Tubing; Follow Handling Instructions Carefully. Flammable Refrigerant Used".

2 Your appliance

1. Fridge - compartment door shelf
2. Temperature setting button
3. Water dispenser filling tank
4. Egg section
5. Water dispenser reservoir
6. Storage container under the door shelf
7. Moving door shelf
8. Adjustable feet

9. Crisper

10. Chiller compartment

11. Lock and key
12. Bottle shelf
13. Fridge - compartment glass shelf
14. Fan
15. Freezer compartment shelf
16. Icebox / Ice-making compartment
17. Freezer compartment
18. Fridge compartment

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• optional: Figures in this user manual are given as an example and may not match the product exactly. If the relevant parts are not available in the product you purchased, the figure applies to other models.

3 Installation

3.1. Appropriate installation location

Contact an Authorized Service for the installation of the product. In order to prepare the product for use, refer the information in the user manual and ensure that electrical installation and water installation are appropriate. If not, call a qualified electrician and technician to have any necessary arrangements carried out.

4	WARNING: Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorized persons.
5	WARNING: Product must not be plugged in during installation. Otherwise, there is the risk of death or serious injury!
1	WARNING: If the door clearance of the room where the product shall be place is so tight to prevent passing of the product, remove the door of the room and pass the product through the door by turning it to its side; if this does not work, contact the authorized service.

• Place the product on an even floor surface to prevent jolts.
• Install the product at least 30cm away from heat sources such as hobs, heater cores and stoves and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.

• Product must not be subjected to direct sun light and kept in humid places.

• Appropriate air ventilation must be provided around your product in order to achieve an efficient operation. If the product is to be placed in a recess in the wall, pay attention to leave at least 5 cm distance with the ceiling and side walls.

• Do not install the product in places where the temperature falls below -5^ .

3.2. Installing the plastic wedges

Plastic wedges supplied with the product are used to create the distance for the air circulation between the product and the rear wall.

1. To install the wedges, remove the screws on the product and use the screws supplied together with the wedges.
2. Insert the 2 plastic wedges onto the rear ventilation cover as illustrated in the figure.

Installation

3.3. Adjusting the feet

If the product stands unbalanced after installation, adjust the feet on the front by rotating them to the right or left.

3.4. Electrical connection

WARNING: Do not make connections via extension cables or multi-plugs.

WARNING: Damaged power cable must be replaced by the Authorized Service Agent.

If two coolers are to be installed side by side, there should be at least 4 cm distance between them.

• Our company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the product is used without grounding and electrical connection in accordance with the national regulations.
• Power cable plug must be within easy reach after installation.
• Connect your refrigerator to a grounded outlet rated for a voltage value of 120V / 60Hz . Outlet shall have 10 to 16A fuse.
• Do not extension cords or cordless multiple outlets between your product and the wall outlet.

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3.5. Connecting the water hose to the refrigerator

Connect the water line to a water supply valve. If a valve is not present or you are not sure, consult a qualified plumber.

3.6. Connecting the water line to the water supply

1.Slip the union (B) onto the water hose (A).
2.Push the water hose downwards firmly to slip it onto the water inlet valve (C).
3. Tighten the union (C) by hand to secure it onto the water inlet valve.

Normally, you are not required to tighten the union with a tool. However, you can use a wrench or pliers to tighten the union if there is a leakage.

Installation

4.1. Things to be done for energy saving

Connecting the product to electric energy saving systems is risky as it may cause damage on the product.

• Do not leave the doors of your refrigerator open for a long time.
• Do not put hot food or drinks in your refrigerator.
• Do not overload the refrigerator, cooling capacity will fall when the air circulation inside is hindered.
• In order to store maximum amount of food in the freezer compartment, the icematic, available in the freezer compartment and easily removable by hand, shall be taken out. Net volume and energy consumption values declared on the power data plate of your refrigerator are measured and tested by removing the icematic. Do not remove the shelves inside the freezer compartment and on the door of freezer compartment shall not be removed and they shall always be used they provide ease of use and efficiency in energy consumption.
  Airflow should not be blocked by placing foods on the sides of the freezer compartment fan. A minimum distance of 3cm shall be provided on the sides of protective fan cover.
• The baskets/drawers that are provided with the chill compartment must always be in use for low energy consumption and for better storage conditions.
• Food contact with the temperature sensor in the freezer compartment may increase energy consumption of the appliance. Thus any contact with the sensor(s) must be avoided.
  Depending on the features of your product, thawing frozen food in fridge compartment will both provide

energy saving and preserve the food quality.

• Do not allow contact of the food with the fridge compartment temperature sensor shown in the figure below.

4.2. Initial use

Before starting to use your refrigerator, ensure that all preparations are made in accordance with the instructions in sections "Instructions for safety and environment" and "Installation".

• Run the product without putting any food for 6 hours and do not open its door unless certainly required.

i	You will hear a noise when the compressor starts up. The liquids and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, even if the compressor is not running and this is quite normal.
i	Front edges of the product may feel warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be warm to avoid condensation.

i	In some models, the instrument panel automatically turns off 5 minutes after the door has closed. It will be reactivated when the door has opened or pressed on any key.

5 Operating the product

5.1. Indicator panel

Indicator panels may vary according to the product model.

Audio - visual functions on the indicator panel helps you in using your product.

1. Automatic Ice Machine Off/On indicator
2. Fridge Compartment Indicator
3. Error Status Indicator
4. Temperature Indicator
5. Vacation Button
6. Temperature Setting Button
7. Ice Cancel Button
8. Compartment Selection Button
9. Freezer Compartment Indicator
10. Economy Mode Indicator

• optional: Figures in this user manual are given as an example and may not match the product exactly. If the relevant parts are not available in the product you purchased, the figure applies to other models.

Operating the product

1. Automatic Ice Machine Off/On indicator

This symbol appears on the display when Ice Off function is activated.

2. Fridge Compartment Indicator

Fridge compartment light illuminates when adjusting the fridge compartment temperature.

3. Error Status Indicator

If your refrigerator does not cool adequately or if there is a sensor failure, this indicator will be activated. When this indicator is active, Freezer Compartment Temperature indicator will display "e" and Fridge Compartment Temperature Indicator will display numbers such as "1,2,3..." These numbers on the indicator provides information about the error to the service personnel.

4. Temperature Indicator

Indicates the temperatures of fridge, freezer compartment.

5. Vacation Button

Press and hold this button for 3 sec. to activate the Vacation function. Press this button again to deactivate the selected function.

6. Temperature Setting Button

Changes the temperature of the relevant compartment between -5^/21^ and +46^ / 8^ .

7. Ice Cancel Button

Refrigerator stops ice production when you press selection button for 3 seconds.

8. Refrigerator Compartment

Selection Button Press Refrigerator Compartment Selection Button to switch between fridge and freezer compartments.

9. Freezer Compartment Indicator

Freezer compartment light illuminates when adjusting the freezer compartment temperature.

10. Economy Mode Indicator

This indicates that the refrigerator is running in energy-efficient mode. This indicator will be active if the Freezer Compartment temperature is set to +5^ / -15^ .

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5.2. Egg holder

You can install the egg holder to the desired door or body shelf. If it will be placed on body shelves than the lower cooler shelves are recommended.

Never place the egg holder in the freezer compartment

5.3.Fan

Fan is designed to ensure homogeneous distribution and circulation of the cold air inside your refrigerator. Operation time of the fan may vary depending on the properties of your product.

While the fan works only with the compressor in some products, the control system determines its operation time in some products in accordance with the cooling requirement.

5.4. Crisper

Crisper of the product is designed specially to keep the vegetables fresh without loosing their humidity. For this purpose, cool air circulation is intensified around the crisper in general.

5.5. Chiller compartment

(This feature is optional)

Use this compartment to store delicatessen that shall be stored in a lower temperature or meat products that you will consume in a short time. Chiller compartment is the coolest place in your refrigerator where you can keep dairy products, meat, fish and poultry under ideal storage conditions. Fruits and vegetables should not be stored in this compartment.

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5.6. Freezing fresh food

In order to preserve the quality of the food, it shall be frozen as quickly as possible when it is placed in the freezer compartment, use the fast freezing feature for this purpose.
- You may store the food longer in freezer compartment when you freeze them while they are fresh.
- Pack the food to be frozen and close the packing so that it would not allow entrance of air.
- Ensure that you pack your food before putting them in the freezer. Use freezer containers, foils and moisture-proof papers, plastic bags and other packing materials instead of traditional packing papers.

Label each pack of food by adding the date before freezing. You may distinguish the freshness of each food pack in this way when you open your freezer each time. Store the food frozen before in the front side of compartment to ensure that they are used first.

The freezer compartment defrosts automatically.

• Frozen food must be used immediately after they are thawed and they should not be re-frozen.
• Do not freeze too large quantities of food at one time.

Freezer Compartment Setting	Fridge Compartment Setting	Explanations
-18°C / 0°F 4	°C / 39°F This	is the normal recommended setting.
-20°C / -4°F	°C / 37°F	These settings are recommended when the ambient temperature exceeds 30°C/86°F.
Quick Freeze	4°C / 39°F	Use when you wish to freeze your food in a short time. Your refrigerator will return to its previous mode when the process is over.
-24°C / -12°F	2°C / 35°F	Use these settings if you think that your fridge compartment is not cold enough because of the hot ambient conditions or frequent opening and closing of the door.
-18°C / 0°F or colder	Quick Fridge	Use this function when you place too much into the fridge compartment or when you need to cool your food quickly. It is recommended that you activate Quick Fridge function 4-8 hours before placing the food.

Recommended Using Temparature: FF: 4^ / 39^ Frz: -18°C/0°F

Operating the product

Recommendations for preserving the frozen food

Compartment shall be set to -18°C at least.

1. Put packages in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase without allowing the to thaw.
2. Check whether the "Use By" and "Best Before" dates on the packaging are expired or not before freezing it.
3. Ensure that the package of the food is not damaged.

5.7. Deep-freeze information

According to IEC 62552 standards, the product shall freeze at least 4.5kg of food at 32^ ambient temperature to -18^ or lower within 24 hours for every 100-litres of freezer volume.

It is possible to preserve the food for a long time only at -18^ or lower temperatures.

You can keep the freshness of food for many months (at -18°C or lower temperatures in the deep freeze).

Foods to be frozen should not be allowed to come in contact with the previously frozen items to prevent them from getting thawed partially. Boil the vegetables and drain their water in order to store vegetables for a longer time as frozen. After draining their water, put them in air-proof packages and place them inside the freezer. Food such as bananas, tomatoes, lettuce, celery, boiled eggs, potatoes are not suitable for freezing. When these foods are frozen, only their nutritional value and taste shall be affected negatively. They shall not be spoiled so that they would create a risk for human health.

5.8. Placing the food

Freezer compartment shelves	Various frozen food such as meat, fish, ice cream, vegetables and etc.
Refrigerator compartment shelves	Food in pans, covered plates and closed containers, eggs (in closed container)
Door shelves of fridge compartment	Small and packaged food or beverage
Crisper Vegetables	and fruits

Operating the product

Fresh zone compartment

Delicatessen (breakfast food, meat products that shall be consumed in a short time)

5.9. Door open warning

(This feature is optional)

An audio warning signal will be given when the door of your product is left open for at least 1 minute. This warning will be muted when the door is closed or any of the display buttons (if any) are pressed.

Door open warning is given to user both visually and acoustically. If the warning continues for 10 minutes, interior lights will be turned off.

5.10. Changing the door opening direction

Door opening direction of your refrigerator can be changed according to the place you are using it. If this is necessary, please call your nearest Authorized Service.

Above description is a general expression.For information on changing the opening direction of the door, you must refer to the warning label located on the inner side of the door.

5.11. Illumination lamp

LED lamps are used as illumination lamps. Contact authorized service in case of any problem with this type of light.

The lamp(s) used in this appliance is not suitable for household room illumination. The intended purpose of this lamp is to assist the user to place foodstuffs in the refrigerator/freezer in a safe and comfortable way.

6 Maintenance and cleaning

Service life of the product is increase if it is regularly cleaned

WARNING: First unplug the product before cleaning your refrigerator.

• Never use any sharp and abrasive tools, soap, household cleaners, detergent and wax polish for cleaning.
• Dissolve one teaspoon of carbonate in half liter of water. Soak a cloth with the solution and wrung it thoroughly. Wipe the interior of the appliance with this cloth and the dry thoroughly.
• Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical items.
• Clean the door with a damp cloth. To remove door and body shelves, remove all of its contents. Remove door shelves by moving them upwards. After cleaning, slide them from top to bottom to install.
• Never use cleaning agents or water that contain chlorine to clean the outer surfaces and chromium coated parts of the product. Chlorine causes corrosion on such metal surfaces.
• Do not use sharp, abrasive tools, soap, household cleaning agents, detergents, kerosene, fuel oil, varnish etc. to prevent removal and deformation of the prints on the plastic part. Use lukewarm water and a soft cloth for cleaning and then wipe it dry.

6.1. Avoiding bad odors

Materials that may cause odor are not used in the production of our appliances. However, due to inappropriate food preserving conditions and not cleaning the inner surface of the appliance as required can bring forth the problem of odor.

Therefore, clean the refrigerator with carbonate dissolved in water every 15 days.

• Keep the food in closed containers. Microorganisms spreading out from uncovered containers can cause unpleasant odours.
• Never keep the food that have expired best before dates and spoiled in the refrigerator.

6.2. Protecting the plastic surfaces

Clean with arm water immediately as the oil may cause damage on the surface when it is poured on plastic surfaces.

6.3. Door Glasses

Remove the protective foil on the glasses.

There is a coating on the surface of the glasses. This coating minimizes the stain build-up and helps to remove the possible stains and dirt easily. Glasses that are not protected with such a coating may be subject to persistent binding of air or water based organic or inorganic dirt such as limescale, mineral salts, unburned hydrocarbons, metal oxides and silicones that can easily and quickly cause stains or material damage. Keeping the glass clean becomes too difficult despite the regular cleaning. Consequently, the appearance and the transparency of the glass deteriorates. Harsh and corrosive cleaning methods and compounds will intensify these defects and speed up the deterioration process.

Water-based cleaning products that are not alkaline and corrosive must be used for regular cleaning purposes.

Maintenance and cleaning

Non-alkaline and non-corrosive materials must be used for cleaning so that the service life of this coating lasts for a long time.

These glasses are tempered to increase their durability against impacts and breaking. A safety film is also applied to their rear surfaces as an extra safety measure in order to prevent them from causing damage to their surrounding in case of a breakage.

*Alkali is a base that forms hydroxide ions (OH^-) when it is dissolved in water. Li (Lithium), Na (Sodium), K (Potassium) Rb (Rubidium), Cs (Cesium) and artificial and radioactive Fr (Fan-sium) metals are called ALKALI METALS.

7 Troubleshooting

Check this list before contacting the service. Doing so will save you time and money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not related to faulty workmanship or materials. Certain features mentioned herein may not apply to your product.

The refrigerator is not working.

• The power plug is not fully seated. >> Plug it in to seat completely into the socket.
• The fuse connected to the socket powering the product or the main fuse is blown. >> Check the fuses.

Condensation on the side wall of the cooler compartment (MULTI ZONE, COOL, CONTROL and FLEXI ZONE).

• The environment is too cold. >> Do not install the product in environments with temperatures below -5^ .
• The door is opened too frequently >> Take care not to open the product's door too frequently.
• The environment is too humid. >> Do not install the product in humid environments.
• Foods containing liquids are kept in unsealed holders. Keep the foods containing liquids in sealed holders.
• The product's door is left open. >> Do not keep the product's door open for long periods.
• The thermostat is set to too low temperature. Set the thermostat to appropriate temperature.

Compressor is not working.

• In case of sudden power failure or pulling the power plug off and putting back on, the gas pressure in the product's cooling system is not balanced, which triggers the compressor thermic safeguard. The product will restart after approximately 6 minutes. If the product does not restart after this period, contact the service.
• Defrosting is active. >> This is normal for a fully-automatic defrosting product. The defrosting is carried out periodically.
  The product is not plugged in. >> >> Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
• The temperature setting is incorrect. >> Select the appropriate temperature setting.
• The power is out. >> The product will continue to operate normally once the power is restored.

The refrigerator's operating noise is increasing while in use.

• The product's operating performance may vary depending on the ambient temperature variations. This is normal and not a malfunction.

The refrigerator runs too often or for too long.

Troubleshooting

• The new product may be larger than your previous one. Larger products will run for longer periods.
• The room temperature may be high. The product will normally run for long periods in higher room temperature.
• The product may have been recently plugged in or a new food item is placed inside, >>>
• The product will take longer to reach the set temperature when recently plugged in or a new food item is placed inside. This is normal
  Large quantities of hot food may have been recently placed into the product. Do not place hot food into the product.
• The doors were opened frequently or kept open for long periods. >> The warm air moving inside will cause the product to run longer. Do not open the doors too frequently.
• The freezer or cooler door may be ajar. >> Check that the doors are fully closed.
• The product may be set to temperature too low. >> Set the temperature to a higher degree and wait for the product to reach the adjusted temperature.
• The cooler or freezer door washer may be dirty, worn out, broken or not properly settled. > Clean or replace the washer. Damaged / torn door washer will cause the product to run for longer periods to preserve the current temperature.

The freezer temperature is very low, but the cooler temperature is adequate.

• The freezer compartment temperature is set to a very low degree. >> Set the freezer compartment temperature to a higher degree and check again.

The cooler temperature is very low, but the freezer temperature is adequate.

• The cooler compartment temperature is set to a very low degree. >> Set the freezer compartment temperature to a higher degree and check again.

The food items kept in cooler compartment drawers are frozen.

• The cooler compartment temperature is set to a very low degree. >> Set the freezer compartment temperature to a higher degree and check again.

The temperature in the cooler or the freezer is too high.

• The cooler compartment temperature is set to a very high degree. >>> Cooler compartment temperature setting has an effect on the freezer compartment temperature. Change the temperature of the cooler or freezer compartment and wait until the temperature of the related compartments come to the adequate level.
• The doors were opened frequently or kept open for long periods. >> Do not open the doors too frequently.
  The door may be ajar. >>>> Fully close the door.
• The product may have been recently plugged in or a new food item is placed inside. This is normal. The product will take longer to reach the set temperature when recently plugged in or a new food item is placed inside.
  Large quantities of hot food may have been recently placed into the product. Do not place hot food into the product.

Shaking or noise.

Troubleshooting

• The ground is not level or durable. >> If the product is shaking when moved slowly, adjust the stands to balance the product. Also make sure the ground is sufficiently durable to bear the product.
• Any items placed on the product may cause noise. > > > Remove any items placed on the product.

The product is making noise of liquid flowing, spraying etc.

• The product's operating principles involve liquid and gas flows. >> This is normal and not a malfunction.

There is sound of wind blowing coming from the product.

• The product uses a fan for the cooling process. This is normal and not a malfunction.

There is condensation on the product's internal walls.

• Hot or humid weather will increase icing and condensation. This is normal and not a malfunction.
• The doors were opened frequently or kept open for long periods. >> Do not open the doors too frequently; if open, close the door.
  The door may be ajar. >> Fully close the door.

There is condensation on the product's exterior or between the doors.

• The ambient weather may be humid, this is quite normal in humid weather. > > > The condensation will dissipate when the humidity is reduced.

The interior smells bad.

• The product is not cleaned regularly. >> Clean the interior regularly using sponge, warm water and carbonated water.
• Certain holders and packaging materials may cause odour. >> Use holders and packaging materials without free of odour.
• The foods were placed in unsealed holders. Keep the foods in sealed holders. Microorganisms may spread out of unsealed food items and cause malodour.
• Remove any expired or spoilt foods from the product.

The door is not closing.

• Food packages may be blocking the door. Relocate any items blocking the doors.
• The product is not standing in full upright position on the ground. >> Adjust the stands to balance the product.
• The ground is not level or durable. >> > Make sure the ground is level and sufficiently durable to bear the product.

The vegetable bin is jammed.

• The food items may be in contact with the upper section of the drawer. Reorganize the food items in the drawer.

WARNING: If the problem persists after following the instructions in this section, contact your vendor or an Authorised Service. Do not try to repair the product.

WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE BLOMBERG REFRIGERATORS

The warranties provided by Blomberg in these statements only apply to Blomberg refrigerators sold to the original purchaser or homeowner in the US and Canada. The warranty is not transferable. To obtain warranty service, please contact our nearest distributor as listed by state and province. You will need your refrigerator model number, serial number, retailer name and address, where purchased and purchase date / installation date. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Also, please make sure you register your product for warranty at www.blombergappliances.com.

1 year (*) full warranty from date of first installation

Blomberg will repair or replace at no cost to the consumer any defective parts of the refrigerator if used under normal household conditions

(warranty is void if the product is used commercially e.g., bed + breakfast, nursing home etc.). Service must also be performed by an authorized Blomberg service agency. (Cosmetic defects must be reported within 10 business days from installation). 1 year warranty on the accessories is for the parts only and doesnot include labor.

2 year*++ limited warranty from date of first installation (Parts only) Blomberg will repair or replace any parts at no cost to the consumer if material defects or workmanship have caused the damage or failure of these components. Again the refrigerator must have been used under normal household conditions and not commercially as stated above (Labor charges are the responsibility of the consumer).

2-5 year (^,^*) limited warranty from date of first installation

(parts only 2-5 years) Blomberg will repair or replace any compressors, evaporators, condensers and dryers at no cost to the consumer if material defects or workmanship have caused the damage or failure of these components.

The refrigerator must have been used under normal household conditions and not commercially (Labor charges are the responsibility of the consumer)

Disclaimers of warranties and exclusions:

Warranty does not cover service costs by an authorized service agent to correct installation, electrical problems or educational instruction on the use of the refrigerator. The warranty also does not cover defects or damage caused by an act of God (such as storms, floods, fires, mudslides, etc.), damage cause by use of the refrigerator for purposes other than those for which it was designed, misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, improper installation, maintenance, travel fees, service calls outside normal service hours, pick up and delivery, any food loss due to product failure, unauthorized service work or work.

This product is fully tested and went through official quality assurance inspections before leaving the original manufacturing site. Warranty terms for this Blomberg household appliance is not valid if the product is altered, tampered, modified, additional parts assembled, fixed and re-packed by an authorized distributor, servicer, a third party retailer, reseller or by any other unauthorized person(s).

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTYES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTYES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. BLOMBERG UNDERTAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE QUALITY OF THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. BLOMBERG ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY THAT THE PRODUCT WILL BE FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE FOR WHICH YOU MAY BE BUYING THIS PRODUCT, EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT.

Blomberg does not assume any responsibility for incidental or consequential damages. Such damages include, but are not limited to, loss of profits, loss of savings or revenue, loss of use of the refrigerator or any associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of any substitute equipment, facilities or services, downtime, the claims of third parties, and injury to property. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.

() Installation date shall refer to either purchase date or 5 business days after delivery of the product to the home, whichever is later.
(^*) Parts replaced will assume the identity of the original parts + their original warranty.

No Other Warranties. This Warranty Statement is the complete and exclusive warranty from the manufacturer. No employee of Blomberg or any other party is authorized to make any warranty statements in addition to those made in this Warranty Statement.

Please keep this warranty card, user manual and your sales slip for future reference.

HOW TO GET SERVICE

Please contact the Distributor for your State or Province as listed on the Distributor Contact List, or call our Toll Free Number at 18004599848 for direction to an Authorized Blomberg Service Agent.

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Les métaux Li (Lithium), Na (Sodium), K (Potassium), Rb (Rubidium), Cs (Caesium) et radioactifs Fr (Francium) constituent les MÉTAUX ALCALI.

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