RDF 294 AAR - Fridge ROSIERES - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RDF 294 AAR ROSIERES

1) Carefully read the instructions contained in this handbook since they provide important

information relative to safety during installation, use and maintenance. Keep this handbook carefully for future reference.

2) Once the appliance has been unpacked make sure that it is not damaged.

This appliance should only be used for the purpose at which it was specifically designed, namely for the conservation of food. Any other use is considered unsuitable, and thus dangerous. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage that may be caused by unsuitable, incorrect or unreasonable use. Send off the warranty certificate. Declaration of compliance: the parts of this appliance that may come into contact with foodstuffs comply with the provisions of EEC Directive 89/109. This appliance complies with Directives 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and following changes.

HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR

Electrical connection This refrigerator is set to work at the nominal voltage indicated on the rating plate inside the product. Voltage fluctuations should not be greater or less than 10% of the nominal voltage. Before connecting the appliance ensure that the data to be found on the rating plate is the same as the mains supply. The rating plate is to be found inside the product. In the case of incompatibility between the socket and the plug of the appliance, replace the socket with another, recommended one by a qualified electrician, who will also verify that the capacity of the socket wiring is adequate for the power absorbed by the appliance. The use of multiple socket adapters and/or extension cables is not recommended. The supply socket of the refrigerator must be properly earthed. This fundamental safety requi- rement must be verified and, if there are any doubts, the installation should be thoroughly checked by a professional electrician. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage caused by the appliance not being earthed. INSTALLATION For models where the feet are not already fitted, screw these into the relative threaded holes under the refrigerator. Ensure that the two front feet are not quite fully screwed home, so that the refrigerator leans slightly backwards. Where applicable, fit the appropriate spacers (fig. 1) in order to obtain proper air circula- tion between the refrigerator and the wall behind: it is also recommended not to block any ventilation or heat dispersal openings or grilles, leaving a space of at least 5 cm. Do not install the refrigerator close to sources of heat. Furthermore, do not install the refri- gerator anywhere where the temperature will be below +16°C or above +38 for long periods. Should the cabinet be installed below a wall unit a minimum gap of a 5 cm must be left either on the back or on the top of the unit to allow air circulation. 21Incorrect installation could cause damage to people, animals or things, for which the manufacturer declines all responsibility. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE AND IMPLEMENTING PRINCIPLES OF FOOD HYGIENE. Proper use of the refrigerator and respect for hygienic principles will significantly improve the quality of food preservation. Temperature Control Place the most delicate foods in the coldest part of the refrigerator, generally right above the fruit and vegetable crisper. Cooked foods should be left to cool off and stored in air-tight containers, and then placed in the middle of the refrigerator. Fruits and vegetables are placed in the crisper drawers at the bottom of the refrigerator. Implementing Food Hygiene Principles Remove wrapping before placing food in the refrigerator. Packaging fresh food helps them last longer and keeps them from contaminating one another. Place foods in such a way that air can circulate freely inside the refrigerator. Clean the inside of the refrigerator frequently using a mild detergent which has some anti- bacterial power. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Packaging and waste treatment After unpacking the appliance, do not throw the packaging in the garbage but separate the various materials (such as styrofoam, cardboard, etc.) according to the local regula- tions and procedures for waste disposal. Important This appliance has been produced without CFCs. The refrigerating circuit contains HFC R 134a fluid, or alternatively, R 600 a isobutane gas. For further details, look at the serial number plate on the appliance. When cleaning the appliance, use only the materials and the procedure specified in the section dealing with cleaning. Otherwise the appliance may be damaged. For appliance with isobutane (R 600 a) Isobutane is a natural gas that does not harm the environment. Isobutane is, however, flammable. You must therefore ensure that: - when the appliance is installed there is more than 3 cubic metres of air around it; - the appliance's ventilation vents are kept unobstructed and clean; - the appliance's refrigerating circuit is damaged neither internally, through the use of sharp or pointed objects nor externally because the condenser unit was incorrectly cleaned. At the end of the appliance's working life it must be stored securely before being disposed of. For information on proper disposal of the appliance, consult your retailer or the local authority responsible for disposal. REFRIGERATION COMPARTMENT For perfect storage of food (flavour, freshness and texture), it is recommended to wrap different flavoured food in aluminium foil, cling film or in sealed plastic containers. 22This will also prevent tainting of flavours. For better results ensure that the food is stored as follows: Meats, fish etc. on the shelf just above the salad crisper. Cooked foods, cakes etc. on the upper shelves. Dairy products are better stored in the inner door trays. Fruits and vegetables: in the specific draw packaged in small poliethene bags, previously pierced for better condition.

Warning: All tinned food must be kept in plastic containers once it has been opened.

Ensure that the cold air can flow freely around the stored food by leaving gaps between the packages. Cooked foods can only be refrigerated once they have cooled down. Drinks and liquids must be kept in sealed containers.

EXPLANATION OF THE SYMBOLS

Refrigerator The refrigerator low temperature compartment can store frozen foods for short periods of about 1 week. Refrigerator The refrigerator low temperature compartment can store frozen foods for medium periods of about 1 month. Refrigerator The refrigerator low temperature compartment can store frozen foods for long periods of about 3 months and is suitable for the storage of ice-cream and similar products. Refrigerator - Refrigerator-Freezer The symbol shows that frozen foods can be conserved at low temperatures for a long period and that fresh foods can be frozen according to the instructions shown in the freezing table. TEMPERATURE CONTROL The ambient temperature, the load and the frequency with which the doors of the applian- ce are opened all affect the internal temperature. When the temperature setting is chan- ged the refrigerator cannot start up immediately because it has been halted. Temperature regulating is done using the thermostat knob to be found either inside or outside the refri- gerator. The refrigerator will not work on position "0" . "0" means off. It is best to set the thermostat knob on a medium position. By turning the knob in clockwise direction lower temperatures are reached If the room temperature is very high the machine might work continually causing the occasional formation of frost. If this occurs the thermostat knob should be turned to a lower number. DEFROSTING Double door refrigerators do not require frequent defrosting. The refrigeration cell in the double door has automatic defrosting which defrosts automatically whenever the com- pressor is not working. During these periods the water drops that are formed from the dis- solving frost drain into an appropriate container located over the compressor, which, with the heat it generates, causes it to evaporate. It is advisable not to place either food or containers against the back panel.

❋For the "double door" freezer compartment proceed as follows: - 24 hours before defrosting set the thermostat knob onto the high numbers to ractivate fast freezing, to lower the temperature of the food; - Wrap frozen foods in sheets of special food paper and place them in a refrigerator or in a cool place; - Set the thermostat to "0"; - Leave the door open; - Hasten defrosting by using the spatula provided with the appliance (do not use knives, sharp instruments or sources of heat). When defrosting is complete, clean and dry the interior and replace the accessories (gril- les, ice trays, etc.) and the conserved and frozen foodstuffs. Then close the door or lid, reset the thermostat and let the appliance work for 3/4 hours with the thermostat at the coldest position or with fast freeze inserted. Should the layer of frost in the freezing compartment exceed 5 mm it is necessary to defrost to keep the performance of the refrigerator unchanged. Important: in double door refrigerators with a drainage hole, place a tray on the upper gril- le of the refrigerator compartment for collecting melted water, and remove the plug on the bottom of the freezer compartment. Naturally this latter must be replaced when defrosting is complete, see fig. 2. CLEANING To prevent the formation of unpleasant smells, it is recommended that the inside of the appliance be cleaned periodically, at least two or three times a year. a) Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the appliance from the power supply by pulling out the plug (it is not enough to set the thermostat control to "0"). b) Remove all food and ice cubes from the refrigerator. c) Wait until the frost has melted off the evaporator. d) Clean the interior of the refrigerator using lukewarm water into which have been dissol- ved one or two spoonfuls of bicarbonate of soda, rinse and dry. IMPORTANT: do not use detergents, abrasives or soaps. e) Before putting food back into the refrigerator let it work for at least one hour. f) Clean the drain spout every so often using the relevant tool (fig. 4) which can be left inserted in the drain spout. When the appliance is to be out of use for a long periods, after a thorough cleaning it should be left unplugged and with it's doors partially open. SERVICING For any repairs use only Service Centres recommended by the manufacturer and insist that only original spares be used. Non-observance of the above could prejudice the safety of the appliance. If your refrigerator does not work, or if it does not work properly, check these points before making a Service call.

1) Is power getting to the socket to which the refrigerator is connected? Try it with a lamp.

2) Is the connecting plug not plugged into the socket? Plug it in.

3) Is the thermostat perhaps at position "0"? Turn it to position 3.

4) Have you let too much frost accumulate on the evaporator (more than 4 to 5 mm)?

Defrost it (see "Defrosting").

5) Has the food been badly placed inside the freezer, hindering free circulation of air?

6) Can air circulate freely around the condenser behind the appliance? Move it further

away the wall. 24If you have a problem in or out of guarantee, please contact GIAS UK on Tel: 08705-99 00 11 for manufacturers service, giving the model type which you will find on the rating plate inside the refrigerator (or on the warranty form). You will get prompt and better service by giving this information. Important: A layer of heat around the freezer cell shows that the appliance is working properly. REVERSING THE OPENING OF THE DOORS FOR DOUBLE DOOR REFRIGERA- TORS (some models only) (SEE FIG. 3) To reverse the appliance doors, please contact GIAS SERVICE (tel. 08705 990011) to arrange an appointment with an engineer, who will provide this service for a nominal charge.

1) It is advisable to lean the refrigerator at an angle of about 45°, since it is necessary to

work on the bottom of the appliance in order to remove the lower hinge.

2) Remove the plinth, if fitted.

3) Remove the lower hinge (and relative washers), by loosening screws A as shown in

4) Remove the lower door.

5) Remove the middle hinge (and relative washers), by loosening screws B as shown in

the figure 3. Models with the upper tall door (fig. 3c – inside upper portion of the top door), before removing screws that fix the central hinge (between fridge and freezer door) open the top door and remove cap M and plastic insert L. When reversing the doors, the doors need to be supported at all times.

6) Remove the top door. Remove screw N from the right bottom hinge (fig 3d – bottom

section of the appliance with kickplate removed). Take the left bottom hinge from the pla- stic bag and fix it to the bottom of the appliance with the screw you removed from the right bottom hinge.

7) Remove the plastic film, covering the upper left-hand hinge, from the facing.

8) Unscrew journal C from the upper right-hand hinge and refit it on the left. Models with

the upper tall door (fig. 3b – inside upper portion of the top door ), remove caps F-G, pivot D and the right upper hinge, taking away the screw. Take the left upper hinge (H) from plastic bag and fix it with the screw you have removed. Fix pivot D with washer to the left upper hinge. After transferring the hinge to the left hand side, the plastic insert (L) which covers this mechanism needs to be altered, the membrane of cap G needs to be broken so that its fits back into place.

9) Replace the doors working in a reverse fashion (6-5-4-3-2); remembering to refit the

spacing washers between door and hinge.

10) Shift the handles from right to left, using the appropriate screws.

11) Restore the appliance to an upright position.

N.B. Correct alignment of the doors is obtained by adjustment of the middle hinge.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOUR STAR REFRIGERATORS

The symbol shown above indicates a freezer compartment where foodstuffs can be frozen and conserved for a long periods of time at temperatures below -18°C. Conservation time (generally about 3 months) varies depending on the type of food. Thus it is important to fol- low the instructions of frozen food manufacturers and of the various publications available. 24 hours before freezing, make space for the products requiring freezing. Divide the products to be frozen into as small quantities as possible and ensure that they are wrapped in aluminium sheeting, tinfoil, cellophane or in air and water tight bags designed for foodstuffs. Next, place them inside the freezer in the positions

❋specified below: - 228 litre model: on the rack on the left, touching the wall; - 285 litre model: on the rack on the left, touching the wall; - 330 litre model: on the rack, touching the walls; - 410 litre model: under the glass on the left, touching the walls. The foodstuffs requiring refrigeration must be kept as far away as possible from those requiring freezing. When freezing starts, in order not to cool the refrigerator compartment excessively, it may be necessary to decrease the setting on the thermostat dial by half number, depending on the load and the ambient temperature. When freezing is over, reset the thermostat at its normal dial setting. The maximum quantity that can be frozen, as laid down by European standards, is indica- ted on the serial number and specification plate. Ice production: The refrigerator is equipped with plastic trays designed specially for easy removal of the ice cubes. Should you require greater or quicker ice production, this is possible by using the aluminium trays of the type sold by electrical appliance dealers. IF THE LIGHT IN THE REFRIGERATOR'S COMPARTMENT DOES NOT WORK, PRO- CEED AS FOLLOWS: - Disconnect the appliance from the mains. - Remove the protection lid, unhooking it from its positions (in models with ceiling light pull forward and downward; in models with side light push the lower side and move upward). - Unscrew the bulb and replace it with a similar one. - Replace the cover and reconnect the appliance to the mains. 26ALGEMEEN