VEKF1015 - Fridge VESTEL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VEKF1015 VESTEL

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 recom- mended 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: In order to avoid any hazards resulting from the in-

stability of the appliance, it must be xed in accordance with the following instructions:

• If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this information will be provided on the label of the cooler) you should take care during transportation and installation to prevent the cooler elements from being damaged. R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak due to damage of the cooler elements, move your fridge away from open ames 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 ammable propellant in this appliance.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and domestic applications such as: - staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working en- vironments.EN - 27 - - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other resi- dential 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, a service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• 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 one installed by an authorised 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 hazards 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, an authorised service agent or similar qualied persons, in order to avoid a hazard.

• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.EN - 28 - 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 may contain isolation material and refrigerant with CFC or HFC. 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 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 specied 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 losses incurred.

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

• Do not connect your Fridge Freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.

• 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.

• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock.

• Do not place glass bottles or beverage cans in the ice-making compartment as they can burst as the contents freeze.

• Do not place explosive or ammable material in your fridge. Place drinks with high alcohol content vertically in the fridge compartment and make sure that their tops are tightly closed.

• When removing ice from the ice-making compartment, do not touch it. Ice may cause frost burns and/or cuts.EN - 29 -

• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands! Do not eat ice-cream and ice cubes immediately after you have taken them out of the freezer department!

• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes immediately after you have taken them out of the ice-making compartment.

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

• Secure any accessories in the fridge during transportation to prevent damage to the accessories. Installing and operating your fridge Before starting to use your fridge, you should pay attention to the following points:

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

• The plug must be accessible after installation.

• Your fridge may have a smell when it is operated for the rst time. This is normal and the smell will fade away when your fridge starts to cool.

• Before connecting your Fridge Freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualied electrician.

• Insert the plug into a socket with an efcient ground connection. If the socket has no ground contact or the plug does not match, we recommend that you consult a qualied electrician for assistance.

• The appliance must be connected with a properly installed fused socket. Power supply (AC) and voltage at the operating point must match with the details on the name plate of the appliance (name plate is located on the inside left of the appliance).

• We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to ungrounded usage.

• Place your fridge where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.

• Your fridge should never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.

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

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

• Do not place heavy items on the appliance.

• Clean the appliance thoroughly, especially the interior, before use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).

• The installation procedure into the kitchen unit is given in the Installation Manual. This product is intended to be used in proper kitchen units only.

• Before using your fridge, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate, then rinse with clean water and dry. Place all parts in the fridge after cleaning.EN - 30 - Before using your fridge

• When using your fridge for the rst time, or after transportation, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This allows efcient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.

• Your fridge may have a smell when it is operated for the rst time. This is normal and the smell will fade away when your fridge starts to cool. HOW TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE PART - 2. Thermostat setting Warnings about temperature adjustments

• The freezer of the refrigerator cools down to -18

• It is not recommended that you operate your fridge in environments colder than 10°C in terms of its efciency.

• 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 out and then plug it in 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 The thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the fridge and freezer compartment. By rotating the knob from position 1 to 5, colder temperatures can be obtained. Important note: Do not try to rotate knob beyond position 1, it will stop your appliance from working.

• For short-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob between minimum and medium positions (1-3).

• For long-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set knob to the 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 fridge and freezer compartments. If required, change the temperature setting.EN - 31 - Accessories Ice tray

• Fill the ice tray with water and place in freezer compartment.

• After the water completely turned into ice, you can twist the tray as shown below to get the ice cube. All written and visual descriptions in the accessories may vary according to the appliance model. 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 10°C - 32°C range. Climate class Ambient temperature (

SN Between 10 and 32

FOOD STORAGE IN THE APPLIANCE PART - 3. Refrigerator compartment The refrigerator compartment is used for storing fresh food for a few days.

• Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment. Leave some space around food to allow circulation of air.

• Do not place hot food or evaporating liquid in the refrigerator.

• Always store food in closed containers or wrapped.

• To reduce humidity and avoid formation of frost, never place liquids in unsealed containers in the refrigerator.

• Meat of all types, wrapped in packages, is recommended to be placed on the glass shelf just above the vegetable bin, where the air is colder.

• You can put fruit and vegetables into the crisper without packaging. “Door Open” Indicator;

• The « Door Open » indicator on the handle shows whether the door has closed properly or whether it is still open.

• If the indicator is red, the door is still open.

• If the indicator is white, the door is properly closed.

• Observe that the freezer’s door should always be kept closed. This will prevent food products from defrosting; it will avoid heavy ice and frost build-up inside the freezer and an unnecessary increase in energy consumption. Door open indicatorEN - 32 -

• To avoid cold air escaping, try not to open the door too often, and not leave the door open for a long time. Freezer compartment The freezer compartment is used for freezing fresh food and for storing frozen food for the period of time indicated on packaging, and for making ice cubes.

• When freezing fresh food, wrap and seal the food properly; the packaging should be air tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil (heavy grade, if in doubt double wrap), polythene bags and plastic containers are ideal.

• Do not allow the fresh food to be frozen to come into contact with the already frozen food.

• Always mark the date and the content on the pack and do not exceed the stated storage time.

• In case of a power failure or malfunction, the freezer compartment will maintain a sufciently low temperature for food storage. However, avoid opening the freezer door to slow down the temperature rise within the freezer compartment.

• The maximum amount of fresh foods that can be loaded in the freezer within 24 hours is indicated on the name plate (see Freezing Capacity).

• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment.

• When purchasing and storing frozen food products, ensure that the packaging is not damaged.

• The storage time and the recommended temperature for storing frozen food is indicated on the packaging. For storing and using, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. If no information is provided, food should not be stored for more than 3 months.

• Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it.

• Once the food has thawed, it must not be refrozen; you must cook it as quickly as possible in order to consume or to freeze once again.EN - 33 -

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning.

• Do not clean the appliance by pouring water.

• Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical components.

• The refrigerator 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 dishwasher.

• Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When you have nished cleaning, reconnect the plugto the mains supply with dry hands. The power supply must be disconnected. Defrosting Defrosting the refrigerator compartment

• Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator compartment during operation; the water is collected by the evaporation tray and evaporates automatically.

• The evaporation tray and the water drain hole should be cleaned periodically with the defrost drain plug to prevent the water from collecting at the bottom of the refrigerator instead of owing out.

• You can also clean the drain hole by pouring ½ glass of water down it.EN - 34 - Defrosting the freezer compartment

WARNING: Never use sharp metal tools, unless recommended by manufacturer for this

operation as they can damage the refrigeration circuit. After a period of time, frost will build up in certain areas of the freezer compartment. The frost accumulated in the freezer compartment should be removed periodically (use the plastic scraper, if available). Complete defrosting will become necessary if the frost layer exceeds 3-5 mm, to maintain the efciency of the freezer.

• The day before you defrost, set the thermostat dial to position “5” to freeze the food completely.

• During defrosting, frozen food should be wrapped in several layers of paper and kept in a cool place. The inevitable rise in temperature will shorten their storage life. Remember to use the food within a relatively short period of time.

• Set the thermostat knob to position “•” and switch off the appliance.

• Leave the door open to accelerate defrosting. Remove any water from the compartment.

• Clean the interior by hand with lukewarm water and a little detergent.

• Never use abrasive products or aggressive cleaning agents.

• Dry the inside of the unit, plug it into the mains and set the thermostat knob to position “5”. After 24 hours, reset the thermostat to the desired position. PART - 5.

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF

INSTALLATION POSITION Transportation and changing of installation position

• The original packages and foamed polystyrene (PS) can be retained if required.

• During transportation, the appliance should be secured with a wide string or a strong rope. The instructions written on the corrugated box must be followed while transporting.

• Before transporting or changing the installation position, all the moving objects (ie,shelves,crisper…) should be taken out or xed with bands in order to prevent them from getting damaged. ! Carry your fridge in the upright position. Replacing the light bulb When replacing the bulb of the fridge compartment;

1. Unplug the unit from the power supply.

2. Press the hook in front of the light cover such as Figure 1 and

remove the light cover.

3. Change the present light bulb with a new one of not more than 15

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. Figure 1 Figure 2EN - 35 - BEFORE CALLING FOR AFTER SALES SERVICE PART - 6. If your refrigerator is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore check the following. The appliance does not operate, Check if;

• There is a power failure,

• The mains plug is not properly plugged in, or is loose

• The thermostat setting is on position “ ”,

• The socket is defective. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know which is working into the same socket. The appliance performs poorly; Check if;

• You have overloaded the appliance,

• The doors are not closed perfectly,

• There are not enough ventilation ducts on the kitchen unit as mentioned in the Installation Manual. 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 if;

• The appliance is installed rmly as described in the installation manual.

• The objects on the appliance are vibrating. If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator; Check if; The drain hole for defrost water is not clogged (use defrost drain plug to clean the drain hole). Important notes:

• In case of a sudden power loss or disconnecting and reconnecting of the plug to the electrical socket, the compressor protective thermal element will be opened as the pressure of the gas in the cooling system of your refrigerator has not yet been balanced. 4 or 5 minutes later, your refrigerator will start to operate; this is normal.

• If you won’t be using your refrigerator for a long time (such as on summer holidays), please disconnect the plug from the socket. Clean your refrigerator as per Part 4 of this document and leave the door open to prevent any humidication or odor formation.

• If there is still a problem with your refrigerator although you have followed the instructions in this book, please consult your nearest authorized service center.EN - 36 - Tips for saving energy

1. Install the appliance in a cool, well ventilated room , but not in direct sunlight and not near

a heat source (radiator, cooker.. etc). Otherwise use an insulating plate.

2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool down outside the appliance.

3. When thawing frozen food, place it in the refrigerator compartment. The low temperature

of the frozen food will help to cool the refrigerator compartment when it is thawing. This will help to save energy. If the frozen food is put out, it results in a waste of energy.

4. Cover drinks or other liquids when placing them in the appliance Otherwise humidity

increases in the appliance. Therefore, the working time gets longer. Also covering drinks and other liquids helps to preserve smell and taste.

5. Try to avoid keeping the doors open for long periods or opening the doors too frequently

as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.

6. Keep the covers of the different temperature compartments (crisper, chiller ...etc ) closed

3. Freezer compartment shelf

PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE

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

1. Between A(low consumption) to G (high consumption)

2. Energy consumption of 171 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. Brand VESTEL Model VEKF1015 Product category 7 (Fridge - Freezer) Energy class

Annual energy consumption

SN (10°C - 32°C) Boise emission 41 dB (A) Product part list Mark / Product type VESTEL Built-in Fridge-Freezer Fridge shelves 2 Crisper 1 Door shelves 2 Egg holder 1 İce tray 1 User manual / Installation booklet Yes Warranty documents YesEN - 39 - 3.(*) One Star storage is for the frozen food which keeps the inner temparature lower than -6 °C. (**) Two Star storage is for the frozen food which keeps the inner temparature lower than - 12 °C. (***) Tree Star storage is for the frozen food which keeps the inner temparature 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.

4. 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. Installation instructions Assembly parts

12EN - 46 - 13EN - 47 - 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 sucient 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.FR - 48 - Sommaire