GFNI 12410 - Fridge GRUNDIG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GFNI 12410 GRUNDIG

1. Safety and environment

1.1.2 For models with water

3.1 Appropriate installation

3.3 Electrical connection ........11

4.1 Things to be done for energy

5.1 Setting the operating

temperature ................................15

5.2 LED indicators and

6. Maintenance and cleaning 19

6.1 Avoiding bad odours..........19

6.2 Protecting the plastic

Please read this manual first! Dear Customer, We hope that your product, which has been produced in modern plants and checked under the most meticulous quality control procedures, will provide you an effective service For this, we recommend you to carefully read the entire manual of your product before using it and keep it at hand for future references. The user manual will help you use the product in a fast and safe way. Will help you use your appliance in a fast and safe way. Read the manual before installing and operating your product. Follow the instructions, especially those for safety. Keep the manual in an easily accessible place as you may need it later. Besides, read also the other documents provided with your product. Please note that this manual may be valid for other models as well. Symbols and their descriptions This instruction manual contains the following symbols:

Warning against dangerous conditions for life and property.

Warning against electric voltage. Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations.5

1. Safety and environment instructions

This section provides the safety instructions necessary to prevent the risk of injury and material damage. Failure to observe these instructions will invalidate all types of product warranty. Intended use

Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-instructure, clear of obstruction.

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

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. 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 residential type environments; – bed and breakfast type environments; – catering and similar non-retail applications. 1.1. General safety

• This product should not be used by persons with physical, sensory and mental disabilities, without sufficient knowledge and experience or by children. The device can only be used by such persons under supervision and instruction of a person responsible for their safety. Children should not be allowed to play with this device.

• In case of malfunction, unplug the device.

• After unplugging, wait at least 5 minutes before plugging in again.

• Unplug the product when not in use.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands! Do not pull the cable to plug off, always hold the plug.

• Do not plug in the refrigerator if the socket is loose.

• Unplug the product during installation, maintenance, cleaning and repair.

• If the product will not be used for a while, unplug the product and remove any food inside.6

• Do not use the product when the compartment with circuit cards located on the upper back part of the product (electrical card box cover) (1) is open.

• Do not use steam or steamed cleaning materials for cleaning the refrigerator and melting the ice inside. Steam may contact the electrified areas and cause short circuit or electric shock!

• Do not wash the product by spraying or pouring water on it! Danger of electric shock!

• In case of malfunction, do not use the product, as it may cause electric shock. Contact the authorised service before doing anything.

• Plug the product into an earthed socket. Earthing must be done by a qualified electrician.

• If the product has LED type lighting, contact the authorised service for replacing or in case of any problem.

• Do not touch frozen food with wet hands! It may adhere to your hands!

• Do not place liquids in bottles and cans into the freezer compartment. They may explode.

• Place liquids in upright position after tightly closing the lid.

• Do not spray flammable substances near the product, as it may burn or explode.

• Do not keep flammable materials and products with flammable gas (sprays, etc.) in the refrigerator.

• Do not place containers holding liquids on top of the product. Splashing water on an electrified part may cause electric shock and risk of fire.

• Exposing the product to rain, snow, sunlight and wind will cause electrical danger. When relocating the product, do not pull by holding the door handle. The handle may come off.

• Take care to avoid trapping any part of your hands or body in any of the moving parts inside the product.

• Do not step or lean on the door, drawers and similar parts of the refrigerator. This will cause the product to fall down and cause damage to the parts.

• Take care not to trap the power cable.7

If the product comprises a cooling system using R600a gas, take care to avoid damaging the cooling system and its pipe while using and moving the product. This gas is flammable. If the cooling system is damaged, keep the product away from sources of fire and ventilate the room immediately.

The label on the inner left side indicates the type of gas used in the product.

1.1.2 For models with

• Pressure for cold water inlet shall be maximum 90 psi (6.2 bar). If your water pressure exceeds 80 psi (5.5 bar), use a pressure limiting valve in your mains system. If you do not know how to check your water pressure, ask for the help of a professional plumber.

• If there is risk of water hammer effect in your installation, always use a water hammer prevention equipment in your installation. Consult Professional plumbers if you are not sure that there is no water hammer effect in your installation.

• Do not install on the hot water inlet. Take precautions against of the risk of freezing of the hoses. Water temperature operating interval shall be 33°F (0.6°C) minimum and 100°F (38°C) maximum.

• Use drinking water only. 1.2. Intended use

• This product is designed for home use. It is not intended for commercial use.

• The product should be used to store food and beverages only.

• Do not keep sensitive products requiring controlled temperatures (vaccines, heat sensitive medication, medical supplies, etc.) in the refrigerator.

• The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any damage due to misuse or mishandling.

• Original spare parts will be provided for 10 years, following the product purchasing date. 1.3. Child safety

• Keep packaging materials out of children’s reach.

• Do not allow the children to play with the product.8

• If the product’s door comprises a lock, keep the key out of children’s reach. 1.4. Compliance with WEEE Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This product has been manufactured with high quality parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling. Do not dispose of the waste product with normal domestic and other wastes at the end of its service life. Take it to the collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Please consult your local authorities to learn about these collection centers. 1.5. Compliance with RoHS Directive

• This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive. 1.6. Package information

• Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.9

Figures in this user manual are schematic and may not match the product exactly. If the subject parts are not included in the product you have purchased, then those parts are valid for other models.

2. Flap (Fast-Freeze compartment)

3. Ice cube tray & Ice bank

5. Adjustable front feet10

Refer to the nearest Authorised Service Agent for installation of the product. To make the product ready for use, make sure that the electricity installation is appropriate before calling the Authorised Service Agent. If not, call a qualified electrician to have any necessary arrangements carried out.

Preparation of the location and electrical installation at the place of installation is under customer's responsibility.

Product must not be plugged in during installation. Otherwise, there is the risk of death or serious injury!

WARNING: Installation

and electrical connections of the product must be carried out by the Authorised Service Agent. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorised persons.

installation, visually check if the product has any defects on it. If so, do not have it installed. Damaged products cause risks for your safety.

Make sure that the power cable is not pinched or crushed while pushing the product into its place after installation or cleaning procedures.

installation location

of the room where the product will be placed is too small for the product to pass, then the product's doors must be removed and the product must be turned aside to pass it through.

• Choose a place at where you would use the product comfortably.

• Install the product at least 30 cm away from heat sources such as hobs, ovens, heater cores and stoves and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens. Product must not be subjected to direct sun light and kept in humid places after installation.

• Appropriate air ventilation must be provided around your product in order to achieve an efficient operation. If the product is to be placed in a recess in the wall, pay attention to leave at least 5 cm distance with the ceiling and side walls.

• Do not place the product on the materials such as rugs or carpets.

• Place the product on an even floor surface to prevent jolts.11

• Your product can operate in ambinet temperatures between -15°C to +43°C.

If two coolers are to be installed side by side, there should be at least 4 cm distance between them.

plastic wedges Plastic wedges are used to create the distance for the air circulation between the product and the rear wall. Insert the 2 plastic wedges onto the rear ventilation cover as illustrated in the figure. To install the wedges, remove the screws on the product and use the screws given in the same pouch with the wedges.

3.3 Electrical connection

Connect the product to a grounded outlet protected by a fuse complying with the values in the rating plate. Our company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the product is used without grounding in accordance with the local regulations.

• Electrical connection must comply with national regulations.

• Power cable plug must be within easy reach after installation.

• The voltage and allowed fuse or breaker protection are specified in the Rating Plate which is affixed to interior of the product. If the current value of the fuse or breaker in the house does not comply with the value in the rating plate, have a qualified electrician install a suitable fuse.

• The specified voltage must be equal to your mains voltage.

• Do not make connections via extension cables or multi-plugs.

power cable must be replaced by the Authorised Service Agents.

product has a failure, it should not be operated unless it is repaired by the Authorised Service Agent! There is the risk of electric shock!12

4.1 Things to be done

Connecting the product to electric energy saving systems is risky as it may cause damage on the product.

• Do not leave the doors of your refrigerator open for a long time.

• Do not put hot food or drinks in your refrigerator.

• Do not overload the refrigerator. Cooling capacity will fall when the air circulation inside is hindered.

• Do not place the refrigerator in places subject to direct sunlight. Install the product at least 30 cm away from heat sources such as hobs, ovens, heater cores and stoves and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.

• Pay attention to store your food in refrigerator in closed containers.

• You can load maximum amount of food to the freezer compartment of the refrigerator by removing the freezer compartment drawers. Declared energy consumption value of the refrigerator was determined with the freezer compartment drawers removed,except if available bottom drawer and with maximum amount of food loaded.

• There is no risk in using a shelf or drawer suitable for the shapes and sizes of the foods to be frozen.

• Thawing frozen food in fridge compartment will both provide energy saving and preserve the food quality.

• The baskets/drawers that are provided with the chill compartment must always be in use for low energy consumption and for better storage conditions.

• Food contact with the temperature sensor in the freezer compartment may increase energy consumption of the appliance. Thus any contact with the sensor(s) must be avoided.

The ambient temperature of the room where you install the refrigerator should at least be -15°C. Operating your refrigerator under colder conditions than this is not recommended.

Inside of your refrigerator must be cleaned thoroughly.

If two coolers are to be installed side by side, there should be at least 4 cm distance between them.13

Before starting to use the product, check that all preparations are made in accordance with the instructions in sections "Important instructions for safety and environment" and "Installation".

• Clean the interior of the refrigerator as recommended in the “Maintenance and cleaning” section. Check that inside of it is dry before operating it.

• Plug the refrigerator into the grounded wall outlet. When the door is opened the interior illumination will turn on.

• Run the refrigerator without putting any food for 6 hours and do not open its door unless certainly required.

• Due to temperature change as a result of opening/closing the product door during operation, condensation on the door/body shelves and the glass containers is normal.

You will hear a noise when the compressor starts up. The liquids and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, even if the compressor is not running and this is quite normal.

Front edges of the refrigerator may feel warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be warm to avoid condensation.

For energy efficiency, it is recommmended to remove top shelf and load food on the shelf below.Net volume of your appliance is declared without top two flaps and the top shelf in place. Place two ice pack ( if provided ) directly on the top of frozen food to be stored on top shelf

In some models, the instrument panel automatically turns off 5 minutes after the door has closed. It will be reactivated when the door has opened or pressed on any key.14

Figures in this user manual are schematic and may not match the product exactly. If the subject parts are not included in the product you have purchased, then those parts are valid for other models.

5. Using your cooler/freezer

5.1 Setting the operating temperature

Warm Cold The operating temperature is regulated by the temperature control. 1 = Lowest cooling setting (Warmest setting) MAX. = Highest cooling setting (Coldest setting) Please choose the setting according to the desired temperature. The interior temperature also depends on ambient temperature, the frequency with which the door is opened and the amount of foods kept inside. Frequently opening the door causes the interior temperature to rise. For this reason, it is recommended to close the door again as soon as possible after use. The normal storage temperature of your appliance should be -18 °C (0 °F). Lower temperatures can be obtained by adjusting the thermostat knob towards Position MAX. We recommend checking the temperature with a thermometer to ensure that the storage compartments are kept to the desired temperature. Remember to take the reading immediately since the thermometer temperature will rise very rapidly after you remove it from the freezer.16

and control panel LED indicators in the front section of your cooler/freezer are intended to help you in monitoring the operation of your appliance. Keep your food in the cooler/ freezer in a safe manner by monitoring and using these LEDs and controls as explained below: Fast Freeze Button (4): Used to freeze the food fastly. Compressor may not operate immediately but after some time when the button is pressed and this is quite normal. Thermostat Setting Button (5): Used to set your cooler/freezer between minimum and maximum values. Temperature Indicator (6): Displays the inner temperature of your cooler/freezer. Orange LED (1): Lights up when the fast freeze button on the LED panel is pressed. In this case, your cooler/ freezer operates continuously. Press the button again when the food you would like to fast freeze comes to the desired temperature and the orange LED will turn off. Green LED (2): Lights up continuously after plugging in your cooler/freezer. Red LED (3): It warns user by lighting up continuously when there is not enough cooling in the cooler/ freezer, when the door remains open for a long time and when excessive food is loaded. If the red LED lights up continuously when the conditions stated in the adjacent column do not exist, then call our Authorized Service.17

Freezing food The freezing compartment is marked with this symbol. You can use the appliance for freezing fresh food as well as for storing pre-frozen food. Please refer to the recommendations given on the packaging of your food. A Attention Do not freeze fizzy drinks, as the bottle may burst when the liquid in it is frozen. Be careful with frozen products such as coloured ice-cubes. Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your appliance in 24 hours. See the rating label. In order to maintain the quality of the food, the freezing must be effected as rapidly as possible. Thus, the freezing capacity will not be exceeded, and the temperature inside the freezer will not rise. A Attention Keep the already deep-frozen food always separated with freshly placed food. When deep-freezing hot food, the cooling compressor will work until the food is completely frozen. This can temporarily cause excessive cooling of the refrigeration compartment. If you find the freezer door difficult to open just after you have closed it, don’t worry. This is due to the pressure difference which will equalize and allow the door to open normally after a few minutes. You will hear a vacuum sound just after closing the door. This is quite normal. Making ice cubes Fill the ice-cube tray 3/4 full with water and place it in the freezer. As soon as the water has turned into ice, you can take out the ice cubes. Never use sharp objects such as knives or forks to remove the ice cubes. There is a risk of injury! Let the ice cubes slightly thaw instead, or put the bottom of the tray in hot water for a short moment.18 Fast freeze If large amounts of fresh food are going to be frozen, adjust the control knob to max. 24 hours before putting the fresh food in the fast freeze compartment. It is strongly recommended to keep the knob at MAX. position at least 24 hours to freeze maximum amount of fresh food declared as freezing capacity. Take special care not to mix frozen food and fresh food. When fast freeze switch is on, -27 degrees C will flash for 5 seconds on display (6). Fast-freeze operation is for freezing fresh food (see Freezing Fresh Food section). Defrosting of the appliance The appliance defrosts automatically.

5.4 Illumination lamp

To change the Bulb/LED used for illumination of your refrigerator, call your AuthorisedService. The lamp(s) used in this appliance is not suitable for household room illumination. The intended purpose of this lamp is to assist the user to place foodstuffs in the refrigerator/ freezer in a safe and comfortable way. The lamps used in this appliance have to withstand extreme physical conditions such as temperatures below -20 °C. (only chest and upright freezer)19

6. Maintenance and cleaning

Cleaning your fridge at regular in- tervals will extend the service life of the product. B WARNING: Unplug the product before cleaning it.

• Never use gasoline, benzene or similar substances for cleaning purposes.

• Never use any sharp and abrasive tools, soap, household cleaners, detergent and wax polish for cleaning.

• For non-No Frost products, water drops and frosting up to a fingerbreadth occur on the rear wall of the Fridge compartment. Do not clean it; never apply oil or similar agents on it.

• Only use slightly damp microfiber cloths to clean the outer surface of the product. Sponges and other types of cleaning cloths may scratch the surface

• Dissolve one teaspoon of bi- carbonate in half litre of water. Soak a cloth with the solution and wrung it thoroughly. Wipe the interior of the refrigerator with this cloth and the dry thoroughly.

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

• If you will not use the refrigerator for a long period of time, unplug it, remove all food inside, clean it and leave the door ajar.

• Check regularly that the door gaskets are clean. If not, clean them.

• To remove door and body shelves, remove all of its contents.

• Remove the door shelves by pulling them up. After cleaning, slide them from top to bottom to install.

• Never use cleaning agents or water that contain chlorine to clean the outer surfaces and chromium coated parts of the product. Chlorine causes corrosion on such metal surfaces.

6.1 Avoiding bad odours

• Materials that may cause odour are not used in the production of our refrigerators. However, due to inappropriate food preserving conditions and not cleaning the inner surface of the refrigerator as required can bring forth the problem of odour. Pay attention to following to avoid this problem:

• Keeping the refrigerator clean is important. Food residuals, stains, etc. can cause odour. Therefore, clean the refrigerator with bi-carbonate dissolved in water every few months. Never use detergents or soap.

• Keep the food in closed containers. Microorganisms spreading out from uncovered containers can cause unpleasant odours.

• Never keep the food that have passed best before dates and spoiled in the refrigerator.20

6.2 Protecting the plas-

tic surfaces Do not put liquid oils or oil-cooked meals in your refrigerator in un- sealed containers as they dama- ge the plastic surfaces of the refri- gerator. If oil is spilled or smeared onto the plastic surfaces, clean and rinse the relevant part of the surfa- ce at once with warm water.21

Check this list before contacting the service. Doing so will save you time and money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not related to faulty workmanship or materials. Certain features mentioned herein may not apply to your product. The refrigerator is not working.

• The power plug is not fully settled. >>> Plug it in to settle completely into the socket.

• The fuse connected to the socket powering the product or the main fuse is blown. >>> Check the fuses. Condensation on the side wall of the cooler compartment (MULTI ZONE, COOL, CONTROL and FLEXI ZONE).

• The door is opened too frequently >>> Take care not to open the product’s door too frequently.

• The environment is too humid. >>> Do not install the product in humid environments.

• Foods containing liquids are kept in unsealed holders. >>> Keep the foods containing liquids in sealed holders.

• The product’s door is left open. >>> Do not keep the product’s door open for long periods.

• The thermostat is set to too low temperature. >>> Set the thermostat to appropriate temperature. Compressor is not working.

• In case of sudden power failure or pulling the power plug off and putting back on, the gas pressure in the product’s cooling system is not balanced, which triggers the compressor thermic safeguard. The product will restart after approximately 6 minutes. If the product does not restart after this period, contact the service.

• Defrosting is active. >>> This is normal for a fully- automatic defrosting product. The defrosting is carried out periodically.

• The product is not plugged in. >>> Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

• The temperature setting is incorrect. >>> Select the appropriate temperature setting.

• The power is out. >>> The product will continue to operate normally once the power is restored. The refrigerator’s operating noise is increasing while in use.

• The product’s operating performance may vary depending on the ambient temperature variations. This is normal and not a malfunction. The refrigerator runs too often or for too long.

• The new product may be larger than the previous one. Larger products will run for longer periods.

• The room temperature may be high. >>> The product will normally run for long periods in higher room temperature.

• The product may have been recently plugged in or a new food item is placed inside. >>> The product will take longer to reach the set temperature when recently plugged in or a new22 food item is placed inside. This is normal.

• Large quantities of hot food may have been recently placed into the product. >>> Do not place hot food into the product.

• The doors were opened frequently or kept open for long periods. >>> The warm air moving inside will cause the product to run longer. Do not open the doors too frequently.

• The freezer or cooler door may be ajar. >>> Check that the doors are fully closed.

• The product may be set to temperature too low. >>> Set the temperature to a higher degree and wait for the product to reach the adjusted temperature.

• The cooler or freezer door washer may be dirty, worn out, broken or not properly settled. >>> Clean or replace the washer. Damaged / torn door washer will cause the product to run for longer periods to preserve the current temperature. The freezer temperature is very low, but the cooler temperature is adequate.

• The freezer compartment temperature is set to a very low degree. >>> Set the freezer compartment temperature to a higher degree and check again. The cooler temperature is very low, but the freezer temperature is adequate.

• The cooler compartment temperature is set to a very low degree. >>> Set the freezer compartment temperature to a higher degree and check again. The food items kept in cooler compartment drawers are frozen.

• The cooler compartment temperature is set to a very low degree. >>> Set the freezer compartment temperature to a higher degree and check again. The temperature in the cooler or the freezer is too high.

• The cooler compartment temperature is set to a very high degree. >>> Temperature setting of the cooler compartment has an effect on the temperature in the freezer compartment. Wait until the temperature of relevant parts reach the sufficient level by changing the temperature of cooler or freezer compartments.

• The doors were opened frequently or kept open for long periods. >>> Do not open the doors too frequently.

• The door may be ajar. >>> Fully close the door.

• The product may have been recently plugged in or a new food item is placed inside. >>> This is normal. The product will take longer to reach the set temperature when recently plugged in or a new food item is placed inside.

• Large quantities of hot food may have been recently placed into the product. >>> Do not place hot food into the product. Shaking or noise.

• The ground is not level or durable. >>> If the product is shaking when moved slowly, adjust the stands to balance the product. Also make sure the ground is sufficiently durable to bear the product.23

• Any items placed on the product may cause noise. >>> Remove any items placed on the product. The product is making noise of liquid flowing, spraying etc.

• The product’s operating principles involve liquid and gas flows. >>> This is normal and not a malfunction. There is sound of wind blowing coming from the product.

• The product uses a fan for the cooling process. This is normal and not a malfunction. There is condensation on the product’s internal walls.

• Hot or humid weather will increase icing and condensation. This is normal and not a malfunction.

• The doors were opened frequently or kept open for long periods. >>> Do not open the doors too frequently; if open, close the door.

• The door may be ajar. >>> Fully close the door. There is condensation on the product’s exterior or between the doors.

• The ambient weather may be humid, this is quite normal in humid weather. >>> The condensation will dissipate when the humidity is reduced. The interior smells bad.

• The product is not cleaned regularly. >>> Clean the interior regularly using sponge, warm water and carbonated water.

• Certain holders and packaging materials may cause odour. >>> Use holders and packaging materials without free of odour.

• The foods were placed in unsealed holders. >>> Keep the foods in sealed holders. Micro- organisms may spread out of unsealed food items and cause malodour. Remove any expired or spoilt foods from the product. The door is not closing.

• Food packages may be blocking the door. >>> Relocate any items blocking the doors.

• The product is not standing in full upright position on the ground. >>> Adjust the stands to balance the product.

• The ground is not level or durable. >>> Make sure the ground is level and sufficiently durable to bear the product. The vegetable bin is jammed.

• The food items may be in contact with the upper section of the drawer. >>> Reorganize the food items in the drawer. If The Surface Of The Product Is Hot.

• High temperatures may be observed between the two doors, on the side panels and at the rear grill while the product is operating. This is normal and does not require service maintenance!Be careful when touching these areas. A WARNING: If the problem persists after following the instructions in this section, contact your vendor or an Authorised Service. Do not try to repair the product.1

A sound will be heard when the compressor is engaged. It is normal to hear sound even when the compressor is inactive, due to the compressed liquids and gasses in the cooling system.12

It is normal for the front edges of the refrigerator to be warm. These areas are designed to warm up in order to prevent condensation.