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USER MANUAL VEKS2035 VESTEL

Old and out-of-order fridges 20

Safety warnings 20

Installing and operating your fridge 21

Before Using your Fridge 21

THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES 22

Thermostat Setting 22

Warnings about Temperature Adjustments 22

ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE 23

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 23

Defrosting 24

Replacing The Light Bulb 24

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION 25

BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE 25

Tips for saving energy. 26

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS 27

Product fiche 28

Product part list 28

PART-1. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

General warnings

WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING: To avoid a hazard due to the instability of the appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with the instructions.

• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000m .

• If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant – you can learn this information from the label on the cooler- you should be careful during shipment and installation to prevent your appliance's cooler elements from being damaged. Although R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas. As it is explosive, in the event of a leak due to damage to the cooler elements, move your fridge from open flame or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the cooler gas circuit.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as;

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments

• farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residen-ti type environments

• bed and breakfast type environments;

• catering and similar non-retail applications

• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning 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.
• A specially grounded plug has been connected to the power cable of your refrigerator. This plug should be used with a specially grounded socket of 16 amperes. If there is no such socket in your house, please have it installed by an authorized electrician.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazard involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance, shall not be made by children without supervision.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Old and out-of-order fridges

• If your old fridge has a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it, because children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident.

• Old fridges and freezers contain isolation material and refrigerant with CFC. Therefore, take care not to harm environment when you are discarding your old fridges.

Please ask your municipal authority about the disposal of the WEEE for the reuse, recycle and recovery purposes.

Notes:

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.

• Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.

• This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic environments and for the specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and our company will not be responsible for the losses to be occurred.

• This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for the losses to be occurred in the contrary case.

Safety warnings

• Do not use multiple receptacles or extension cord.

• Do not plug in damaged, torn or old plugs.

• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.

• This appliance is designed for use by adults, do not allow children to play with the appliance or let them hang off the door.

• Do not plug-in or out the plug from the receptacle with wet hands to prevent electrocution!

• Do not place explosive or flammable material in your fridge for your safety. Place drinks with higher alcohol amount vertically and by closing their necks tightly in the fridge department.

• Do not cover the body or top of fridge with lace. This affects the performance of your fridge.

Fix the accessories in the fridge during transportation to prevent damage to accessories.

Installing and operating your fridge

Before starting to use your fridge, you should pay attention to the following points:

• Operating voltage for your fridge is 220 - 240V at 50Hz .

• We do not take the responsibility of the damages that occur due to ungrounded usage.

• Place your fridge in a place that it would not be exposed to direct sunlight.

• Your appliance should be at least 50~cm away from stoves, Gas ovens and heater cores, and should be at least 5cm away from electrical ovens.

• Your fridge should never be used outdoors or left under the rain.

• When your fridge is placed next to a deep freezer, there should be at least 2cm between them to prevent humidity on the outer surface.

• Do not place anything on your fridge, and install your fridge in a suitable place so that at least 15cm is available on the upper side.

• The adjustable front legs should be adjusted to make sure your appliance is level and stable. You can adjust the legs by turning them clockwise (or in the opposite direction). This should be done before placing food in the fridge.

• Before using your fridge, wipe all parts back with warm water added with a tea spoonful of sodium bicarbonate, and then rinse with clean water and dry. Place all parts after cleaning.

• Install the plastic distance guide (the part with black vanes at the rear) by turning it 90^ as shown in the figure to prevent the condenser from touching the wall.

• Refrigerator should be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 75 mm.

Before Using your Fridge

• When it is operated for the first time or after transportation, keep your fridge in the upright position for 3 hours and plug it on to allow efficient operation. Otherwise, you may damage the compressor.

• Your fridge may have a smell when it is operated for the first time; the smell will fade away when your fridge starts to cool.

PART-2. THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES

Thermostat Setting

Thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the refrigerator. By rotating the knob from position 1 to 5, colder temperatures can be obtained.

Important note: Do not try to rotate knob beyond 1 position it will stop your appliance.

• For short-term storage of food in the refrigerator, you can set the knob between minimum and medium position (1-3).
• For long-term storage of food in the refrigerator, you can set knob medium position. (3-4)
• Note that; the ambient temperature, temperature of the freshly stored food and how often the door is opened, affects the temperature in the refrigerator. If required, change the temperature setting.
• LARDERS (without star rating): Larders (coolers) have not any freezer compartment but can cool down to 4 - 6^ C .

Warnings about Temperature Adjustments

• It is not recommended that you operate your fridge in environments colder than 10^ in terms of its efficiency.
• Temperature adjustments should be made according to the frequency of door openings and the quantity of food kept inside the fridge.
• Your fridge should be operated up to 24 hours according to the ambient temperature without interruption after being plugged in to be completely cooled. Do not open doors of your fridge frequently and do not place much food inside it in this period.
• A 5 minute delaying function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your fridge, when you take the plug off and then plug it on again to operate it or when an energy breakdown occurs. Your fridge will start to operate normally after 5 minutes.
• Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of stated temperatures value limits in terms of

cooling effectiveness.

This appliance is designed for use at an ambient temperature within the 16^ - 43^ range.

Climate Class Ambient Temperature (℃)
T	Between 16 and 43 (℃)
ST Between 16 and 38 (℃)
N Between 16 and 32 (℃)
SN	Between 10 and 32 (℃)

PART-3. ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE

• To reduce humidity and consequent increase of frost never place liquids in unsealed containers in the refrigerator. Frost tends to concentrate in the coldest parts of the evaporator and in time will require more frequent defrosting.
• Never place warm food in the refrigerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool at room temperature and should be arranged to ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator compartment.
• Nothing should touch on the back wall as it will cause frost and the packages can stick on the back wall. Do not open the refrigerator door too frequently.
• Arrange the meat and cleaned fish wrapped in packages or sheets of plastic) which you will use in 1-2 days, in the bottom section of the refrigerator compartment (that is above the crisper) as this is the coldest section and will ensure the best storing conditions.
• You can put the fruits and vegetables into the crisper without packing.

PART-4. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Disconnect unit from the power supply before cleaning.

• Do not clean the appliance by pouring water.

• The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned periodically using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.

• Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do not clean them in the washing machine.

• Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When the cleaning operations have been completed reconnect the plug of the unit with dry hands.

• You should clean the condenser with broom at least twice a year in order to provide energy saving and increase the productivity.

Defrosting

• Defrosting occurs automatically in refrigerator during operation; the defrost water is collected by the evaporating tray and evaporates automatically.
• The evaporating tray and the defrost water drain hole should be cleaned periodically with defrost drain plug to prevent the water from collecting on the bottom of the refrigerator instead of flowing out.
• You can also pour 12 glass of the water to drain hole to clean inside.

Replacing The Light Bulb

When replacing the light of the refrigerator;

1. Unplug the unit from the power supply,
2. Press the hooks on the sides of the light cover top and remove the light cover
3. Change the present light bulb with a new one of not more than 15 W.
4. Replace the light cover and after waiting 5 minutes plug the unit.

Replacing LED Lighting

If your refrigerator has LED lighting contact the help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only.

PART-5.

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION

Transportation and changing of installation position

• Original package and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optionally).

• You should fasten your fridge with thick package, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the package for re-transportation.

• Remove movable parts (shelves, accessories, vegetable bins etc.) or fix them into the fridge against shocks using bands during re-positioning and transportation.

Carry your fridge in the upright position.

PART-6. BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE

If your refrigerator is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore check the following, before calling an electrician to save time and money.

What to do if your refrigerator does not operate;

Check that;

• There is no power,
• The general switch in your home is not disconnected ,
• The thermostat setting is on "·" position,
• The socket is not sufficient. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know which is working into the same socket.

What to do if your refrigerator performs poorly ;

Check that ;

• You have not overloaded the appliance,
  The doors are closed perfectly,
• There is no dust on the condenser,
• There is enough place at the rear and side walls.

If there is noise;

The cooling gas which circulates in the refrigerator circuit may make a slight noise(bubbling sound) even when the compressor is not running. Do not worry this is quite normal. If these sounds are different check that;

The appliance is well levelled ,
- Nothing is touching the rear,
- The stuffs on the appliance are vibrating.

If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator ;

Check that ;

The drain hole for defrost water is not clogged(Use defrost drain plug to clean the drain hole)

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• While power cut, to prevent any compressor problem you should plug out the refrigerator. You should delay plugging in 5 - 10 minutes after you power supply. If you plug out the refrigerator for a reason you should wait at least 5 min to replug. It is important for avoiding damage to refrigerator's components.
• The cooling unit of your refrigerator is hidden in the rear wall. Therefore, water droplets or icing may occur on the rear surface of your fridge due to the operation of the compressor in specified intervals. This is normal. There is no need to perform a defrosting operation unless the icing is excessive.
• If you will not use your fridge for a long time (e.g. in summer holidays), put the thermostat to "..." position. After defrosting, clean your fridge and leave the door open to prevent humidity and smell.
• If the problem persists after you have followed all the instructions above, please consult to the nearest Authorised Service.
• The appliance you have purchased is designed for home type use and can be used only at home and for the stated purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. If the consumer use the appliance in a way that does not comply with these features, we emphasise that the producer and the dealer shall not be responsible for any repair and failure within the guarantee period.

Tips for saving energy

1- Install the appliance in a cool, well ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight and not near heat source (radiator, cooker.. etc). Otherwise use an insulating plate.
2- Allow warm food and drinks to cool down outside the appliance.
3- When placing, drinks and liquids they must be covered. Otherwise humidity increases at the appliance. Therefore the working time gets longer. Also covering drinks and liquids helps preserve the smell and taste.
4- When placing food and drinks, open the appliance door as briefly as possible.
5- Keep the covers closed of any different temperature compartment in the appliance (crisper, chiller ...etc ).
6- Door gasket must be clean and pliable. Replace gaskets if worn.

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS

This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model.

1) Refrigerator shelves
2) Crisper cover (Safety glass**)
3) Crispers
4) Levelling feet
5) Bottle Shelf

6) Door shelf
7) Egg holder
8) Upper door shelf
9) Thermostat Box

• In some models

Product part list

Mark / Model	9(67/)
	Fridge
Glass shelves	4
Crisper	2
Door shelves	3
Egg tray	1
Ice tray	-
User manual / Installation booklet	Yes
Warranty documents	Yes

Product fiche

Brand
Model	VEKS2035
Product category	1 (Fridge)
Energy class	A+
Annual energy consumption *	121 kWh / year
Total gross volume	135 I
Total net volume	134 I
Refrigerator gross volume	135 I
Refrigerator net volume	134 I
Freezer gross volume	- I
Freezer net volume	- I
Star rating	-
Refrigeration system	Static
Temperature rise time (-18°C) - (-9°C)	-
Freezing capacity	-
Climate class **	T/N (16°C - 43°C)
Noise emission	41 dB(A)

1. Between A(low consumption) to G (high consumption)
2. Energy consumption of 121 kWh per year, calculated on the basis of results obtained in 24 hours under normalised test conditions. Real energy consumption depends on the conditions in which the equipment is used as well as where it is placed.

3.

() One Star storage is for the frozen food which keeps the inner temperature lower than -6 °C.
(^) Two Star storage is for the frozen food which keeps the inner temperature lower than - 12 °C.
() Tree Star storage is for the frozen food which keeps the inner temperature lower than -18 °C.
(^**) FOUR Star storage is for the freezing the food from +18 TO - 18^ C . It also keeps the foods under 3 star storage conditions.

1. Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of stated temperatures value limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

Climate Class Ambient Temperature (°C)
T	Between 16 and 43 (°C)
ST Between 16 and 38 (°C)
N	Between 16 and 32 (°C)
SN Between 10 and 32 (°C)

Installation instructions

! Before installation, read the instructions carefully.
! Fit the refrigerator/freezer in stable kitchen units only.
! If necessary, reverse the door according to instructions.

1. See fig.A for the necessary attachment components.
2. Insert trim flap into slot and screw by screws. (fig.D)
3. Pass the power cord through ventilation shaft and position it so that the appliance could be easily plugged in once it has been installed. (fig.B - fig.C)
4. Take out the trim gasket located on the side panel of the appliance and stick it on reverse side of the door hinges of the appliance. (fig.D - fig.E)
5. Raise the appliance and slide into the kitchen unit.
6. Push the appliance to the reverse side of the door hinges providing that the trim gasket covers the space between the appliance and the kitchen unit.
7. Align the front feet with front surface of the kitchen unit. (fig.F)
8. Screw the front feet by using screws (fig.F)
9. Screw trim flap to kitchen unit using screws⁵. (fig.G)
10. Screw guides³ to appliance door with screws⁶. (fig.H)
11. Lean appliance door to unit door as it is opened at right angle.
12. Slide rails⁴ into guides³ aligning the groove. (fig.H)
13. Screw the rails to the unit door with screws. (fig.H)
14. Set 1 2 mm gap on handle side between unit itself and unit door by adjusting guides³. That is vital for appliance performance. (fig.H)

Figure A

Figure B

Figure D

Figure E

Figure H

Figure J

Figure K

Door reversing

1. Open appliance door44. (fig.J)
2. Disassemble door hinge and take appliance door to safe place. (fig.K)
3. Unscrew door hinge pin¹⁶ and screw it to opposite side firmly and take to safe place. (fig.K.a)
4. Take door lower pin to opposite side. (fig.K.b)
5. Take hole plugs to opposite side. (fig.K.c)
6. Place appliance door¹⁴ over door lower pin¹⁸ and insert door hinge pin¹⁶ into hinge hole on appliance door¹⁴ and then screw door hinge¹⁵ firmly onto opposite side of original position. (fig.K)

Declaration of conformity

We declare that our products meet the applicable European Directives, Decisions and Regulations and the requirements listed in the standards referenced.

Disposal of the device

Old devices cannot be placed in the household waste!

If the device can no longer be used, every consumer is legally obliged to hand in devices separately from household waste e.g. at a collection site of their local authority / borough. This ensures that the devices are properly recycled and negative effects on the environment are avoided. Therefore, electrical devices are marked with the symbol depicted.

Recycling

Our packaging is made of environmentally-friendly, recyclable materials:

External packaging made of cardboard Moulded parts made of CFC-free polystyrene (PS)

Films and bags made of polyethylene (PE) Wrapping straps made of polypropylene (PP).

If you have sufficient space to permit it, we recommend you retain the packaging, at least during the warranty period. If the device must be returned for repair or brought into a repair drop-off centre, the device is only adequately protected in the original packaging.

If you want to no longer retain the packaging, please dispose of this in an environmentally friendly manner.

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AVANT D'UTILISER CET APPAREIL 35

TRANSPORT ET DEPLACEMENT 43

AVANT D'APPELER LE SERVICE APRES VENTE 43

TRANSPORT ET DEPLACEMENT

Koelingscompartment 58

REINIGING EN ONDERHOUD 59

Ontdooien 59

Lamp Vervangen 60

TRANSPORT EN WIJZIGING VAN DE INSTALLATIEPOSITIE 60

VOORDAT U EEN BEROEP DOET OP DE KLANTENSERVICE......60

Tips om energie te besparen 62

DE ONDERDELEN VAN HET APPARAAT EN

DE COMPARTIMENTEN 63