BFU484YNX - Freezer BRANDT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BFU484YNX BRANDT

Lors d’une intervention, demandez l’utilisation exclusive de pièces détachées certifiées d’origine. 21Dear customer, Thank you for trusting in our brand and purchasing a BRANDT freezer. We have placed all our experience and enthusiasm in the manufacture of this appliance, so that you can use it to fulfi l all your needs. Apart from innovating and offering you all the best features, we have made every effort for it to be as easy to use as possible. BRANDT also offers a wide range of ovens, microwaves, cooking hobs, extractors, cookers, dishwashers, washing machines and tumble dryers, which you can combine with your new BRANDT freezer. To ensure your requirements are fulfi lled at all times, our Consumer Attention Service is also at your disposal to answer all your queries or take note of your suggestions (you can fi nd the telephone num bers at the end ofthis Manual). You can also contact us via our websitewww.brandt.com, where,in addition to all our products, you will also fi nd useful and interesting information. With the aim of constantly improving our products, we reserve the right to modify any of their technical, functional or appearance characteristics without prior notice. Important: Before starting up this appliance, read thisInstallation and User Manual carefully in order to become familiar with its functioning. 22Contents Brief introduction Important safety instructions General safety and daily use Don't place too much food directly against the air outlet on the rear wall of both the refrigerator and freezer compartment, as it affects sufficient air circulation. Don't place hot items near the plastic components of this appliance. Frozen food must not be refrozen once it has been thawed out. Don't store bottled or canned drinks (especially carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment. Bottles and cans may explode.

guidelines below. Store any food in accordance with the storage instructions from the manufacturer. Don't try to repair the appliance yourself. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause short circuit, fire or electric shock CE notice This product has been determined to be in compliance with the Low Voltage Directive(2006/95/EC),the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive(2004/108/EC)and the Eco-Design Directive(2009/125/EC) implemented by Regulation(EC) No 643/2009 of the European Union. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: -Staff kitchen- areas in shops, offices and other working environments; -Farmhouses by clients in hotels, motels and other residential types of environment; - B e d a n d b r e a k f a s t t y p e s o f environment. If you feel that the appliance is not operating correctly, please check the Troubleshooting page for assistance. If still in doubt contact the customer service help line for assistance or to arrange a call out by an authorized service engineer. -Catering and similar non-retail applications.

Thank you for your choosing our products. We are sure you will find your new appliance a pleasure to use. Before you use the appliance, we recommend that you read through these instructions carefully, which provides details about its usage and functions. Please ensure that all people using this appliance are familiar with its operations and safety features. It is important that you install the appliance correctly and pay attention to the safety instructions carefully. We recommend that you keep this user's manual with the appliance for future reference and retain it to any future users.

It is important to use your a p p l i a n c e s a f e l y . W e recommend that you follow the

Using your appliance…………………36 Helpful hints and tips…………………37 Cleaning and care……………………38 Troubleshooting………………………39 Important safety instructions…………41 Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 23Do not consume ice popsicles or ice cubes straight from the freezer as this can cause freezer burn to the mouth and lips. WARNING-Do not use mechanical d e v i c e s o r o t h e r m e a n s t o accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. WA RN ING -D o n ot d ama ge t he refrigerant circuit. WARNING-Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, u n l e s s t h e y a r e o f t h e t y p e recommended by the manufacturer. WARNING-If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. W A R N I N G - K e e p v e n t i l a t i o n o p e n i n g s , i n t h e a p p l i a n c e enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. WARNING-When disposing of the a p p l i a n c e , d o s o o n l y a t a n authorized waste disposal centre. Do not expose to flame. Safety for children and infirm persons T h i s a p p l i a n c e i s n o t intended for use by persons ( including children ) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have b e e n g i v e n s u p e r v i s i o n o r instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Keep all packaging away from children to avoid risk of suffocation. P r o t e c t c h i l d r e n f r o m b e i n g scalded by touching the very hot compressor at the rear bottom of appliance. Don't place items on top of the appliance as this could cause injury should they fall off. Never allow children to play with the appliance by hanging or

Safety about electricity To avoid the risks that are always present when using an electric appliance, we rec o mmend that you pay more attention to the instructions about electricity below. Unpack the appliance and check through the appliance. Should any damage be evident, don't plug in the appliance but contact the shop i m m e d i a t e l y f r o m w h i c h y o u purchased it. Keep al l p ackin g materials in this case. We recommend that you wait for 4 h o u r s b e f o r e c o n n e c t i n g t h e appliance to allow the refrigerant to flow back into the compressor. The appliance must be applied with single phase alternating current of 220~240V/50Hz. If the voltage fluctuates exceeding the upper limit, A.C. automatic voltage regulator of more than 350W should be applied to the refrigerator for safety use. T h e m a i n s p l u g m u s t b e accessible when the appliance is installed. This appliance must be earthed. -This appliance is fitted with a fused plug in a c corda n c e w i th l o cal standard. The fused plug should be suitable for use in all houses fitted with sockets in accordance with current specifications. -If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and carefully disposed of. To avoid a possible shock hazard, do not insert the discarded plug into a so c k e t . I f in do ub t co n t a c t a qualified, registered electrician. Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets which could cause overloading of wiring circuits and could cause a fire. Always plug your appliance into its own individual electrical socket which has a voltage rating that matched the rating plate.

standing over or on the doors, racks, shelves and drawers etc. Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 24Make sure that the plug is not squashed or damaged. Otherwise, it may cause short circuit, electric shock or overheat and even cause a fire. Do not insert the mains plug if the socket is loose, there is a risk of electric shock or fire. Switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains power before you clean or move it. Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the electrical cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the socket to prevent damaging the power cord. Do not operate the appliance without the light cover of interior lighting. Any electrical component must be replaced or repaired by a qualified electrician or authorized service engineer. O n l y genuin e spares should be used. Do not look direct into the LED light located in the freezer c o m p a r t m e n t w i t h o p t i c a l instruments to avoid eye injuries. If it is not functioning correctly, consult a qualified, registered electrician or replace it in accordance with the “cleaning and care” chapter. Do not use electrical appliances such as ice cream makers inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are approved by the manufacturer.

Refrigerant The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural g a s w i t h a h i g h l e v e l o f environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, ensure that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit becomes damaged. T h e r e f r i g e r a n t ( R 6 0 0 a ) i s flammable. Caution: risk of fire Don't store products which contain flammable propellants(e.g. spray cans ) or explosive substances in the appliance. Should the refrigerant circuit be damaged: Avoid opening flames (candles, lamps etc.) and sources of ignition. Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.

Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 25Installing your new appliance Before using the appliance for the first time, you should be informed of the following tips. Ventilation of appliance In order to improve efficiency of the cooling system and save energy, it is necessary to maintain good ventilation around the appliance for the dissipation of heat. For this reason, sufficient clear space should be available around the freezer. Suggest: It is advisable for there to be at least 75mm of space from the back to the wall, at least 100mm from its top, at least 50mm from its side to the wall and a clear space in front to allow the doors to open 135°. As shown in follow diagrams. Note: Th i s ap pli a nce per for m s we ll within the climate class showed in the table below. It may not work properly if being left at a temperature above or below the indicated range for a long period. Climate classAmbient temperature

Stand your appliance in a dry place to avoid high moisture. Keep the appliance out of direct sunlight， rain or frost. Stand the appliance away from heat sources such as stoves, fires or heaters.

Leveling of appliance For sufficient leveling and air circulating in the lower rear section of the appliance, the bottom feet may need to be adjusted. You can adjust them manually by hand or by using a suitable spanner. To allow the doors to self-close, tilt the top backwards by about 10mm.

Installing the door handles For the convenience of transportation, the door handles are separately provided in a plastic bag, you can install the door handles as follows.

1. Lever screw covers on the right side

of the door, and then put them back to the plastic bag.

2. Match the handle on the right side of

the door, keeping axes of screw holes in the handle and the door in a line, as the picture shows.

3. Fix the handle with the special

screws provided in the plastic bag. And then install the handle covers. ≤10mm ≥ 100mm1855mm 50mm≥ ≥ 50mm1220mm1025mm712mm≥ 75mm Hisense Refrigerator

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 26Reversing the door The side at which the door opens can be changed, from the left side (as supplied) to the right side, if the installation site requires. Warning! When reversing the door, the appliance must not be connected to the mains. Ensure that the plug is removed from the mains socket. Tools you will need: 8mm socket wrenchCross-shaped screwdriver8mm wrenchThin-blade screwdriver ote: Before you start lay the freezer on its back in order to gain access to the base, you should rest it on soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid damaging the backboard of the freezer. To reverse the door, the following steps are generally recommended.

1. Stand the refrigerator upright.

2. Open part ① on top of the freezer body from left side and then take down part ③ and part ④ on the door in the same way. Take down part ② and put it back to the plastic bag.3. Disconnect electrical connector① as well as electrical connector② and then take down part③.4. Remove the screws ① , loose wire②, and remove part③.

③Upper cover of upper door②Upper hinge cover (left)①Upper cover ④Corner cover

Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 27Special flange self-tapping screwsEarth wire

Upper hinge part② Special self-tapping screws③ Handle① Handle covers④ Screw hole covers⑤ Door holder⑥ Stop block⑦ Self-tapping screws

washerNote: washer maystick to the door. ② Front foot fixed board ④ Self-tapping screws③ Adjustable bottom feet part ① Lower hinge part（left）

7. Screw out lower hinge, change it to

the near hole site, and then screw up and mount washer. 8.Just remount to the step 6,change part①to right and part②to left and then fix them with screws④ . Finally install part③. Lower hinge part（right） Hisense Refrigerator Note: Please hold the door by hand during step 4 to prevent door dropping.

5. Remove the door and place it on a

smooth surface with its panel upwards. Lever part① and part④ ,then loose screws② , as shown in the picture. Change handle③ to the left side, then install screws②, part① and part④ in turn. Loose screws⑦ , detach part⑥ and part⑤, turn part ⑥over and then install part⑤and part⑥to the right side with screws⑦.

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part 3 and then loose screws 4.

Remove part 2 and part 1. XXXX cccc cccc12. Connect electrical connector① in accordance with step 3 and then install part②(which is in the plastic bag). 13.Reverse part① by 180°and install it onto the left corner of the door， then mount part②. (both of which are taken down in step 2)

14. Take the reed switch out of the

coping block(part③in step 3)and mount it on another block for use (which is with mark “L” in the plastic bag). Put the coping block just removed back to the plastic bag.

connector② , and then install part③ . Install part ① connect the wire Note： Be sure character side of reed switch fits well with coping block.

②upper hinge cover(right)

the upper hinge over and fix axis on it. Then place it at side for use.

10. Exchange wires both in the left and

right slots of refrigerator body.

11. Move the door to appropriate

position, adjust part① and the door, Move the connecting wire② in the slot of the door from left to right，and then fix part① and wire② by screws③ . (Please hold the door by hand when installing) Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 29Description of the appliance View of the appliance

5. Upper freezer drawer

6. Middle freezer drawer(

9. Lower freezer drawer

17. Small storage tray (inside)

Note: Due to unceasing modification of our products, your freezer may be slightly different from this instruction manual, but its functions and using methods remain the same. To get more space in the freezer, you can remove drawers (except lower freezer drawer),installtion bracket and integrative ice maker/twistable ice tray. Internal equipment can be different depending on the model. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 30Display controls Press “ T° ” to set freezer temperature between -14℃ and -24℃ as needed, and control panel will display corresponding values according Controlling the temperatureWe recommend that when you start your refrigerator for the first time, the temperature for the refrigerator is set to -18°C. If you want to change the temperature, follow the instructions below.Caution! When you set a temperature, you set an average temperature for the w h o l e f reezer c a b i n e t . Temperatures inside each compartment may vary from the temperature values displayed on the panel, depending on how much food you store and where you place them. Ambient temperature may also affect the actual temperature inside the appliance.Use your appliance according to the following control regulations, your appliance has the corresponding functions and modes as the control panels showed in the pictures below. When the appliance is powered on for the first time, the backlighting of the icons on display panel starts working. If no buttons have been pressed and the doors are closed, the backlighting will turn off.3. Eco Energy

faster. This can lock in the vitamins and nutrients of fresh food and keep food fresh longer.Press “Super Freeze” button to activate the super freeze function. The light will come on and the freezer temperature setting displays -24℃.In case of the maximum amount of food to be frozen, please wait about 24 h. Super freeze automatically switches off after 26 hours. When super freeze function is on you can switch off super freeze function by pressing “Super Freeze” or “T°” button, then the freezer temperature setting will revert back to the previous setting or the “Eco Energy” function will be activated.Super Freeze will quickly lower the temperature within the freezer so food will freeze1. Freezer

for when you are away on holiday by reducing energy consumption.Pressing “ECO” button for 3 seconds until the light comes on.When the Eco Energy function is activated, the temperature of the freezer is automatically switched to -15℃ to minimize the energy consumption.The function makes the freezer work in a power saving mode which is useful

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Temperature Setting4. Alarm In case of alarm, “Alarm” icon will be on and there will be buzzing sound. Press “Alarm” key to clear alarm and then “Alarm” icon will turn off and stop buzzing. Door Alarm When the door is open for over 2 minutes, the door alarm will sound. In case of door alarm, buzzer will sound 3 times every 1 minute and will stop alarming automatically after 10 minutes. To save energy, please avoid keeping the door open for a long time when using the appliance. The door alarm can also be cleared by closing the door. Temperature alarm If freezer temperature is too high due to power failure or other reasons, there will be a temperature alarm and the freezer temperature setting displays

In case of temperature alarm, buzzer will sound constantly for 10 times and then stop automatically. In case of temperature alarm, press “Alarm” button for 3 seconds to check the highest freezer temperature. The temperature value and “Alarm” icon will simultaneously flash for 5 seconds. This function may not be available according to the model. Caution! When power is restored, it is normal that the temperature alarm appears, this can be cleared by pressing “Alarm”.

If you want to clean the appliance or stop using it, you can turn the appliance off by pressing “Power” button. When the freezer is working, you can switch the appliance off by pr e s sin g “P o we r ” bu t to n fo r 5 seconds, meanwhile the display panel will be turned off. Important! Do not store any food in the freezer during this time. When the appliance is power off, you can switch the appliance on by pr e s sin g “P o we r ” bu t to n fo r 1 second, and the freezer returns to the previous temperature setting.

You can press the “Child L o c k ” b u t t o n i n c a s e children touch the buttons, to avoid wrong set. When the Child Lock function is activated, pressing the other buttons would not work except “Alarm” button. When the appliance is unlocked, you can activate the child lock function by pressing “Child Lock” button for 3 seconds, meanwhile “Child Lock” icon will be illuminated. When the child lock function is activated, you can switch off this function by pressing “Child Lock” button for 3 seconds, meanwhile “Child Lock” icon will be turned off.

When the Eco Energy function is on, you can switch it off by pressing any button of “ECO ”and "T°". The temperature setting will revert back to the previous setting.

Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 32Fresh meat We recommend that you defrost meat completely before cooking it so as to avoid the exterior cooking quicker than the interior, except in the case of small breadcrumbed items, which can be sautéed directly over a low to medium heat, and boiled meats. Farmyard animals Prepare them plucked/skinned, gutted, cut into pieces if necessary, washed and rinsed. Game Prepare it plucked/skinned, gutted, cut into pieces if necessary, washed and rinsed. Fish Food freezing guide

Product Valid for Lamb,small pieces 8 months Roast pork 5 months Pork ribs 4 months Boiled beef,roast beef 10 months Beef steak,entrecotes,in sauce,roast veal 8 months Veal steaks,cutlets 10 months Minces meat 4 months Giblets,offal 3 months Sausages 2 months Product Valid for Duck 4 months Rabbit 6 months Boiling fowl 7 months Goose 4 months Chicken 10 months Turkey 6 months Giblets,offal 3 months Product Valid for Wild duck,woodcock,pheasant 8 months Hare 6 months Partridge,quail 8 months Product Valid for Preparation Carp 2 months Descale, gut and remove the head. Wash, rinse and freeze Pike Turbot Salmon Mackerel Tench Trout Sea bream 3 months Descale, gut, remove the head and place in cold salty water for 30 seconds, rinse and freeze. Sole 33Cooked food The length of time you can store cooked dishes reduces if you use bacon or smoked ham to season dishes. Put them directly on the hob or in the oven without defrosting them. Vegetables We recommend that you blanch the vegetables with steam so that they do not lose their vitamins and mineral salts in the cooking water. You therefore do not need to wait until they are dry before freezing them, just until they cool down. In general, vegetables are better if they are cooked directly, without being frozen. Reduce the cooking time, taking into account the blanching time before freezing. Food freezing guide

Product Valid for Preparatory cooking Sauce with meat juices 3 months half-cooked Tomato sauce just-cooked Minestrone with vegetables 2 months no pasta Lasagne 4 months half-cooked Roasts 2 months just-cooked Calf’s leg 1 months half-cooked Meat in sauce 3 months Stewed game 2 months just-cooked Boiled fish,grilled/baked fish 2 months half-cooked Sweet peppers,aubergines,courgettes stuffed with meat Sautéed mushrooms with garlic and parsley,ratatouille Steamed spinach Pizza 6 months just-cooked Product Valid for Preparation Blanching time Asparagus 12months Wash and remove the strings 2 minutes Cabbage,cauliflower 6 months Clean an cut into pieces 2 minutes (1) Artichokes 12months Remove the external leaves 6 minutes (1) Beans Shell 3 minutes Green beans Wash and remove the ends 4 minutes Mushrooms Clean 2 minutes (1) Aubergines Wash and slice 4 minutes (2) Sweet peppers (3) Wash slice and remove the seeds do not blanchPeas,Tomatoes (3) Shell and freeze immediately, laying them in a single layer and then wrapping them Parsley,basil 8 months Wash Spinach 12months 2 minutes Mixed vegetables for minestrone (céleri, carrots, chard,leeks, etc.) Wash, cut into pieces and divide up into portions. Do not add potatoes terre: they go black. do not blanch (1) Add a little vinegar or lemon juice to the cooking water (slightly acid water). (2) Pickle in brine before cooking. (3) During defrosting, these vegetables reduce to a mush because they contain enormous amounts of water. We recommend that you defrost them only if you wish to eat them coked. 34Fruits Fruit must be covered with sugar or syrup, as appropriate. The amount of sugar to use is around 250g for 1 kilo of fruit. Syrups are used in varying percentages; these are prepared by boiling sugared water. The various concentrations are as follows: - 30% solution, 450g of sugar per litre of water - 40% solution, 650g of sugar per litre of water - 50% solution, 800g of sugar per litre of water So that the fruit's colour does not change, place it in lemon juice before covering it with sugar or pour lemon juice into the syrup. The receptacles for the fruit to be frozen must remain in the refrigerator for one hour before being re-inserted into the freezer. The fruit must be completely covered in syrup. Bread This can be kept for 2 months. Defrost in an oven set to 50°C, switching it on after inserting the bread. Butter and cheese Freeze butter and cheese by dividing them up into pieces for weekly consumption. Butter and hard cheese (e.g. Parmesan) can be kept for 8 months, other cheese 4 months. They must be defrosted in the refrigerator, keeping an eye on the condensation that forms on these products. Food freezing guide

Product Valid for Preparation Apricots 8 months Wash, pit and cover with 30% syrup Pineapple 10 months Peel, slice and cover with 50% syrup Oranges Peel, slice and cover with 30% syrup Cherries Wash, pit and cover with sugar or 30% syrup Strawberries 12 months Wash, remove the stalk and cover with sugar Melon Peel, slice, de-seed and cover with 30% syrup Peaches 8 months Peel, pit, slice and cover in 50% syrup Grapefruit 12 months Peel, slice and cover in 30% syrup Juice from citrus fruits 10 months Press, remove the pips and sweeten to taste Plums 12 months Wash, pit and cover in sugar or 50% syrup Grapes De-seed, wash and cover in sugar or 30% syrup Bilberries, blackberries, blackcurrants,raspberries red currants 10 months Wash, remove the stalk and cover with sugar 35Using your appliance Your appliance can have accessories as the “Description of the appliance” showed in general, with this part instruction you can use it in the right way. You can turn the flap cover upwards when you want to take out the food in the top chamber. Before you open or close the flap cover, you must lift it to the guide track first. Then, the flap cover can slide along the guide track to the top or the bottom. Flap cover

Small storage box It's used to store food with small size which needs to be frozen, including ravioli, dumpling, frozen dessert, etc. It can only be put into the Maxi box (the uppermost one) or the upper drawer.

Freezer Drawer It is used to store food which needs to be frozen, including meat, fish, ice cream, etc.

Small stoerage box Twistable ice tray Note: If the ice tray is used for the first time or has not been used for a long time, please clean it before using. The twist ice tray is used to make and deposit ice cubes. You should use it as follows.

1. Pull out the twistable ice tray from

the installation bracket.

2. Pour water into the ice trays and the

water level shall not exceed the maximum line.

Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 36● Installing refrigerators in pairs Your freezer can be installed with fridge in pairs. It can be installed by installation parts supplied like this.

Helpful hints and tips Energy saving tips

3. Place the filled ice tray back to the

4. When ice cubes form, twist the

knobs clockwise and the ice will drop into the ice box below.

5. Ice cubes can be stored in the ice

box, if you need them, you can pull out the ice box and take them out. We recommend that you follow the tips below to save energy. Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods in order to conserve energy. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat. (Direct sunlight, electric oven or cooker etc.) Don't set the temperature colder than necessary. Don't store warm food or evaporating liquid in the appliance. Place the appliance in a well ventilated, humidity free, room. Please refer to Installing your new appliance chapter. If the diagram shows the correct combination for the drawers, crisper and shelves, do not adjust the combination as this is designed to be the most energy efficient configuration.

Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 37Iced products， if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, will probably cause frost burns to the skin. It is recommended to label and date each frozen package in order to keep track of the storage time. Switching off your appliance If the appliance needs to be switched off for an extended period, the following steps should be taken prevent mould on the appliance.

2. Remove the power plug from the

3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.

4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged

open slightly to allow air to circulate. Cleaning and care For hygienic reasons the appliance (includi n g ex terio r an d in t erior accessories) should be cleaned regularly at least every two months. Caution! The appliance must not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains socket. Exterior cleaning -Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft cloth. -Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying directly on the surface of the appliance. This helps ensure an even distribution of moisture to the surface. -Clean the doors, handles and cabinet surfaces with a mild detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth. Hints for the storage of frozen food Ensure that frozen food has been stored correctly by the food retailer. Once defrosted，food will deteriorate rapidly and should not be re-frozen. Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration Do not place hot food directly into t h e f reezer , t h e i n t e r n a l temperature will increase resulting in the compressor having to work ha rder and wil l co nsum e mo re energy. Do cover or wrap the food， particularly if it has a strong flavor. Place food properly so that air can circulate freely around it.

Hints for freezing When first starting-up or after a period out of use, let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings before putting food in the compartment. Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible to subsequently thaw only the quantity required. Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or polyethylene food wraps which are airtight. Do not allow fresh，unfrozen food to touch the food which is already frozen to avoid temperature rise of the latter.

To maintain good appearance of your appliance, you should clean it regularly. Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 38Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drinks can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you open the door. Wash seal with a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry it thoroughly after cleaning. Caution! Only after the door seals are completely dry should the appliance be powered on. Door seal cleaning Replacing the LED light

Warning: The LED light must not be

replaced by the user! If the LED light is damaged, contact the customer helpline for assistance. To replace the LED light, the below steps can be followed:

1. Unplug your appliance.

2. Remove light cover by pushing up

3. Hold the LED cover with one hand

and pull it with the other hand while pressing the connector latch.

4. Replace LED light and snap it

correctly in place. Troubleshooting If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the appliance is not functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for service, please see below. You can carry out some easy checks according to this section before calling for service. Warning! Don't try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after you have made the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician, authorized service engineer or the shop where you purchased the product. Caution! -Don't use sharp objects as they are likely to scratch the surface. -Don't use Thinner, Car detergent, Clorox, ethereal oil, abrasive cleansers or organic solvent such as Benzene for cleaning. They may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire. Interior cleaning You should clean the appliance interior regularly. It will be easier to clean when food stocks are low. -Wipe the inside of the fridge freezer with a weak solution of bicarbonate of soda, and then rinse with warm water using a wrung-out sponge or cloth. -Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and baskets. Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts. Although this appliance automatically defrosts, a layer of frost may occur on the refrigerator's interior walls if the door is opened frequently or kept open too long. If the frost is too thick, choose a time when the supply of food stocks are low and proceed as follows: -Remove existing food and accessories baskets, unplug the appliance from the mains power and leave the doors open. Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate the thawing process. Caution! Don't use sharp objects to remove frost from the refrigerator. Only after the interior is completely dry should the appliance be switched back on and plugged back into the mains socket. Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 39Appliance is not working correctly

Problem Odours from the compartments Noise from the appliance The motor runs continuously A layer of frost occurs in the compartment Temperature inside is too warm Possible cause & Solution Check whether the power cord is plugged into the power outlet properly. Check whether the “Power” funtion is on by pressing the “power” button for 1 second. Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace if necessary. The ambient temperature is too low. Try setting the chamber temperature to a colder level to solve this problem. It is normal that the refrigerator is not operating during the automatic defrost cycle, or for a short time after the appliance is switched on to protect the compressor. The interior may need to be cleaned. Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours. The sounds below are quite normal: Compressor running noises. Air movement noise from the small fan motor in the fridge compartment or other compartments. Gurgling sound similar to water boiling. Popping noise during automatic defrosting. Clicking noise before the compressor starts. Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and may need you to check and take action: The cabinet is not level. The back of appliance touches the wall. Bottles or containers fallen or rolling. It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it will need to run more when in following circumstances: Temperature setting is set colder than necessary Large quantity of warm food has recently been stored within the appliance. The temperature outside the appliance is too high. Doors are kept open too long or too often. After your installing the appliance or it has been switched off for a long time. Check that the air outlets are not blocked by food and ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To remove the frost, please refer to cleaning and care chapter. You may have left the doors open too long or too frequently; or the doors are kept open by some obstacle; or the appliance is located with insufficient clearance at the sides, back and top. Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 40Increase the temperature by following the “Display controls” chapter. Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back by 10-15mm to allow the doors to self close, or if something inside is preventing the doors from closing. The water pan (located at the rear bottom of the cabinet) may not be properly leveled, or the draining spout （located underneath the top of the compressor depot） m ay not be properly positioned to direct water into this pan, or the water spout is blocked. You may need to pull the refrigerator away from the wall to check the pan and spout. The LED light may be damaged. Refer to replace LED lights in cleaning and care chapter. The control system has disabled the lights due to the door being kept open too long, close and reopens the door to reactivate the lights.

Temperature inside is too cold Doors can't be closed easily Water drips on the floor The light is not working Important safety instructions It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance as household waste. Packaging materials Packaging materials with the recycle symbol are recyclable. Dispose of the packaging into a suitable waste collection container to recycle it. Before disposal of the appliance

1. Pull out the mains plug from the mains socket.

2. Cut off the power cord and discard with the mains plug.

Warning! Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damage prior to proper disposal. Correct Disposal of this product This symbol on the product or in its packing indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it should be taken to the appropriate waste 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 the inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local council your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product. Hisense Refrigerator XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

41AFTER SALES SERVICE EN

Any work on your appliance must be performed by a Brandt-accredited quali~ ed professional. When you call, please mention the complete reference for your machine (model, type, serial number): this information is provided on your guarantee certif cate and the information plate on your appliance. ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS: when any maintenance work is being performed, ask that only certi~ ed original spare parts be used.