R 24 (EU) - Fridge INDESIT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL R 24 (EU) INDESIT

12/2004 - Xerox Business ServicesGB 2-DOOR FRIDGE Contents Installation, 10 Positioning and connection Reversible doors Description of the appliance, 11 Overall view Start-up and use, 12 Starting the appliance Setting the temperature Using the refrigerator to its full potential Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care, 13 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Defrosting the appliance Replacing the light bulb Precautions and tips, 14 General safety Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Troubleshooting, 15 Assistance, 16 Operating Instructions R 24 Italiano, 1 Français, 17English, 9 GBI F Nederlands, 33Espanol, 41Deutsch, 25 NL ESD Portuges, 49 Suomi, 57 Svenska, 65

Installation ! Before placing your new appliance into operation pleaseread these operating instructions carefully. They containimportant information for safe use, for installation and forcare of the appliance.! Please keep these operating instructions for futurereference. Pass them on to possible new owners of theappliance. Positioning and connection Positioning 1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-freeroom.2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor andcondenser give off heat and require good ventilation tooperate correctly and save energy.3. Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part ofthe appliance and any furniture above it, and at least 5cm between the sides and any furniture/side walls.4. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat(direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.). Levelling 1. Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.2. If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, adjust therefrigerator by tightening or loosening the rear feet. Electrical connections After the appliance has been transported, carefully place itvertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it tothe electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into theelectrical socket ensure the following:• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant withthe law.• The socket can withstand the maximum power of theappliance, which is indicated on the data plate located onthe bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150 W).• The voltage must be in the range between the valuesindicated on the data plate located on the bottom leftside (e.g. 220-240V).• The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance.If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask anauthorised technician to replace it ( see Assistance ). Donot use extension cords or multiple sockets.! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supplycable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible.! The cable must not be bent or compressed.! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced byauthorised technicians only (see Assistance).! The manufacturer declines any liability should thesesafety measures not be observed. Reversible doors

Description of the appliance Overall view The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators. The diagrams may not directly represent the appliance purchased. For more complex features, consult the following pages. Removable shelf with EGG TRAY Removable multipurpose SHELVES

Varies by number and/or position. FREEZER and STORAGE compartment TEMPERATURE CONTROL12

Start-up and use Starting the appliance ! Before starting the appliance, follow the installationinstructions ( see Installation

! Before connecting the appliance, clean thecompartments and accessories well with lukewarmwater and bicarbonate.1. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that theinternal light illuminates.2. Turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to anaverage value. After a few hours you will be able toput food in the refrigerator. Setting the temperature The temperature inside the refrigerator compartmentautomatically adjusts itself according to the position ofthe thermostat knob.

5 = coldestWe recommend, however, a medium position.The cooling section of the refrigerator is located insidethe back wall of the refrigerator compartment forincreased space and improved aesthetics. Duringoperation, the back wall will be covered in frost or waterdroplets depending on whether the compressor isoperating or paused. Do not worry, the refrigerator isfunctioning normally. If the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob has been seton high values with large quantities of food and with ahigh ambient temperature, the appliance can operatecontinuously, resulting in excessive frost formation andexcessive energy consumption: compensate for this byshifting the knob towards lower values (defrosting willoccur automatically).In static appliances, the air circulates in a natural way:the colder air tends to move downwards as it is heavier.The food should be stored as follows:)RRG $ UUDQJHPHQWLQVLGHWKH UHIULJHUDWRU Fresh fish and meat Above the fruit and vegetable bins Fresh cheese Above the fruit and vegetable bins Cooked food On any shelf Salami, bread loaf, chocolate On any shelf Fruit and vegetables In the fruit and vegetable bins Eggs On the shelf provided Butter and margarine On the shelf provided Bottles, drinks, milk On the shelf provided Using the refrigerator to its full potential

• Use the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to adjustthe temperature ( see Description

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

• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer thanraw foods.• Do not store liquids in open containers. They willincrease humidity in the refrigerator and causecondensation to form.SHELVES: with or without grill.Due to the special guides theshelves are removable and theheight is adjustable ( see diagram ), allowing easy storageof large containers and food.Height can be adjusted withoutcomplete removal of the shelf. Using the freezer to its full potential
• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that hasalready been defrosted. These foods must be cookedand eaten (within 24 hours).• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come intocontact with food that has already been defrosted.Fresh food must be stored above the grill in the freezercompartment and if possible be in direct contact withthe walls (side and rear), where the temperature dropsbelow -18°C and guarantees rapid freezing.• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, andwhich are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezerbecause they could break.• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen dailyis indicated on the plate containing the technicalproperties located on the bottom left side of therefrigerator compartment (for example: Kg/24h: 4)! Do not open the door during freezing.! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open thefreezer door. This will help maintain the temperatureinside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved forat least 9 -14 hours.! If the room temperature drops below 14°C for anextended period of time, the ideal temperature will notbe reached in the freezer compartment and foodpreservation will be reduced.

Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary todisconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:It is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustmentknobs on (appliance off) to eliminate all electricalcontact. Cleaning the appliance

• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubberseals may be cleaned using a sponge that has beensoaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda orneutral soap. Do not use solvents, abrasive products,bleach or ammonia.• The removable accessories may be soaked in warmwater and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and drythem carefully.• The back of the appliance may collect dust which canbe removed by delicately using the hose of a vacuumcleaner set on medium power. The appliance must beswitched off and the plug must be pulled out beforecleaning the appliance. Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
• The appliance is manufactured with hygienicmaterials which are odour free. In order to maintain anodour free refrigerator and to prevent the formation ofstains, food must always be covered or sealedproperly.• If you want to switch the appliance off for an extendedperiod of time, clean the inside and leave the doorsopen. Defrosting the appliance ! Follow the instructions below.Do not speed up the defrosting process by using anydevices or tools other than the scraper provided, youmay damage the refrigeration circuit.Defrosting the refrigerator compartmentThe refrigerator has anautomatic defrostingfunction: water is ductedto the back of theappliance by a specialdischarge outlet ( see diagram ) where the heatproduced by thecompressor causes it toevaporate. It is necessaryto clean the dischargehole regularly so that the water can flow out easily.Defrosting the freezer compartmentRemove frost regularly using the special scraperprovided. If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it isnecessary to defrost manually:1. Set the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to theposition 2. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them inanother freezer or in a cool place.3. Leave the door open until the frost has meltedcompletely. This can be made easier by placingcontainers with lukewarm water in the freezercompartment.4. Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefullybefore switching the appliance on again.Replacing the light bulbTo replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment,pull out the plug from the electrical socket. Follow theinstructions below.Access the light bulb byremoving the cover asindicated in the diagram.Replace it with a similarlight bulb within the powerrange indicated on thecover (15W or 25W).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply. It is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs on (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.

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

• Do not use devices or tools other than the special scraper provided inside the compartments.

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

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

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

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

• Observe existing legislation when disposing of the old appliance. Refrigerants such as isobutane and cyclopentane are located in the cooling zones and the isolation system of the refrigerator and freezer. Ensure that the pipes are not damaged. Leakage of these refrigerants is harmful to the environment.

• Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the cable and remove any door catches before disposal. Respecting and conserving the environment

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

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

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

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

• Defrost the appliance if ice forms ( see Maintenance

A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food products more difficult and results in increased energy consumption.

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

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

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

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

• The doors are opened too frequently.

• The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is not in the correct position

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

• The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is not in the correct position.

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

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

• The outside ambient temperature is very high.

• The thickness of the frost exceeds 2-3 mm ( see Maintenance

• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface ( see Installation

• The appliance has been installed between cabinets that vibrate and make noise.

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

• The water discharge hole is blocked ( see Maintenance ).16

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

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