GRTF11IX - Fridge Glem Gas - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GRTF11IX Glem Gas

SN = tempérée élargie → 10 à 32°C N = tempérée → 16 à 32°C ST = semi-tropicale → 18 à 38°C T = tropicale → 18 à 43°C SN-T = tropicale élargie → 10 à 43°C N-T = tempérée à tropicale → 16 à 43 °C SN-ST = subtropicale élargie → 10 à 38°C N-ST = tempérée à subtropicale → 15 à 38°C Réparateurs profession nels et16 Dear customer, Thank you for buying this refrigerator. To ensure that you get the best results from your new refrigerator, please take time to read through the simple instructions in this booklet and and keep it for future reference Please ensure that the packing material is disposed of in accordance with the current environmental requirements. When disposing of any refrigerator equipment please contact your local waste disposal department for advice on safe disposal. This appliance must be only used for its intended purpose.17General This type of refrigerator is widely used in places such as hotels, offices, student dormitories and houses. It is mostly suitable for preserving foods such as fruits and beverage. It enjoys the advantages of small size, lightweight, low electric consumption and easy use. Main configuration 1、Thermostat

WARNING: Use two or more people to move refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

• Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator before using (except the rating label).

• To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb.

• Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

• When moving the refrigerator, do not tilt the refrigerator beyond 45° from upright position.

After you remove all of the packaging materials （especially the foam between outside condenser and cabinet should be removed）, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. 19SPACE REQUIREMENTS

WARNING: Keep flammable materials and vapors, such

as gasoline, away form refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fine or burns.

• To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for 200mm space on each side between walls, 200mm space between back of your refrigerator and the wall, and 300mm space between counter top and the roof or ceiling.

• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave sufficient space on the hinge side to allow for the door to swing open.

• Never install your refrigerator near heat source and direct sun shines. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT

WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE GROUND PRONG.

DO NOT USE AN ADAPTOR. DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORD. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock. Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection. Recommended Earthing Method A 220～240 Volt /50 Hz AC only 10 ampere fused and properly earthed electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do 20not use an extension cord. NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, connect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control to the desired setting. LEVELING If the refrigerator is not leveled during installation. The doors may not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems. It is very important of the refrigerator to be level in order to function properly. To level your refrigerator you may either turn the level leg clockwise to raise that side to the refrigerator or turn counter – clockwise to lower that side. NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator take some weight off the leveling leg. This makes it easier to adjust the leveling leg.

Dusts behind the refrigerator and on the ground shall be timely cleaned to improve the cooling effect and energy saving.

Check the door gasket regularly to make sure there are no debris. Clean the door gasket with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent.

The interior of the refrigerator should be cleaned regularly to avoid odor.

Please turn off the power before cleaning interior, remove all foods, drinks ,shelves, drawers, etc.

Use a soft cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the refrigerator, with two tablespoons of baking soda and a quart of warm water. Then rinse with water and wipe clean. After cleaning, open the door and let it dry naturally before turning on the power. 21 For areas that are difficult to clean in the refrigerator (such as narrow sandwiches, gaps or corners), it is recommended to wipe them regularly with a soft rag, soft brush, etc. and when necessary, combined with some auxiliary tools (such as thin sticks) to ensure no contaminants or bacterials accumulation in these areas. Do not use soap, detergent, scrub powder, spray cleaner, etc., as these may cause odors in the interior of the refrigerator or contaminated food. Clean the bottle frame, shelves and drawers with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent. Dry with a soft cloth or dry naturally. Wipe the outer surface of the refrigerator with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water, detergent, etc., and then wipe dry. Do not use hard brushes, clean steel balls, wire brushes, abrasives(such as toothpastes), organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items, which may damage the fridge surface and interior. Boiling water and organic solvents such as benzene may deform or damage plastic parts. Do not rinse directly with water or other liquids during cleaning to avoid short circuits or affect electrical insulation after immersion.

USE OF THE APPLIANCE

To obtain the best possible results form your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it properly. Use a soft cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the refrigerator, with two tablespoons of baking soda and a quart of warm water. Then rinse with water and wipe clean. After cleaning, open the door and let it dry naturally before turning on the power. 22colder. When the thermostat control knob is set to OFF, the refrigerator is not running. Fresh Food Storage Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture – proof material. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout refrigerator.

Leftovers – wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or crisper. Remove wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas, wash in cold water and drain. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper. Use fresh fish the same day as purchased. Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture – proof. Re – wrap if necessary. Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with tight ties can also be used. Frozen Food Storage The freezer compartment is designed for storing frozen food and for freezing food at home. The thermostat knob controls the temperature. The higher number setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature 23Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging. When you close and seal the package you must not allow air or moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator, and also dry out frozen food. Note: Never put bottled food or drinks in the freezer compartment. For best performance, leave enough space in the freezer and refrigerator compartment for air to circulate around the packages. Also let enough room at the front so the door can close tightly. Defrosting Refrigerator compartment – Freezer compartment – Defrosting process is automatic by thermostat knob. Melted frost flow into drip tray and automatic evaporating. Defrosting for the freezer compartment is by manual process.

• Turn the thermostat knob to set at OFF position and leave open the freezer door.

• Remove all foods, ice cube tray and shelf or transfer to refrigerating compartment.

• Clean and wipe out the melted frost with a cloth.

• After defrosting, turn thermostat knob to origin position. Note: To avoid damaging the freezing compartment wall, do not use any sharp objects to remove the frost or separate the frozen food. 24Cleaning your refrigerator Before you start to clean your refrigerator remove the mains plug from the power supply. Use a clean sponge or soft and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly. Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastics and rubber parts. Never use paper towels, window sprays, scouring cleansers or flammable fluids on plastic parts as these can scratch or damage material. Clean with a cloth soaked in this solution and then dry with a soft cloth.

PROLONGED OFF PERIODS

If the refrigerator is not in use for a long period of time, proceed as follows: Disconnect the refrigerator from the main supply by removing the plug from the wall socket. Clean and dry the inside as instructed under the heading of cleaning the refrigerator. Leave the door open to prevent any unpleasant smells from building up while the refrigerator is not in use. TROUBLESHOOTING In case of malfunction, you can solve many common problems easily. Your Refrigerator will not operate... Check if : 25-- The power supply cord is unplugged. -- The thermostat knob is set to OFF position. The light do not work…Check if -- The power supply cord is unplugged. -- A household fuse or circuit breaker has tripped. -- A light bulb is loose in the socket. -- A light bulb has burned out. Food in the refrigerator compartment freezing…Check if -- The thermostat knob is set too cold. -- The position of food stored touches the refrigerant power of refrigerator back wall. Food in the refrigerator compartment is not cold…Check if -- The air vents are blocked in the compartment. This prevents the movement of cold air. -- The door(s) are opened too often of not close properly. -- A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or refrigerator compartment. -- The position of thermostat knob is adjusted too low. Melted frost Leak over compartment inside or on floor…Check if -- The drain – off mouth entrance is blocked. -- Evaporator pan is in place. The refrigerator seems to make unusual noise…Check if -- The refrigerator is leveled on the floor. -- The body of the refrigerator touches the wall. -- The drip tray is not placed properly. 26There is interior moisture build - up…Check if -- The air vents are blocked in the refrigerator. -- The door is opened often. -- The room is humid. -- The food is not packaged correctly. -- The control is not set correctly of the surrounding conditions. The doors will not close completely…Check if -- The shelves are out of position -- The gaskets are dirty. -- The fridge is not level. 27Warning: risk of fire / flammable materials 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. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. The appliance has to be unplugged after use and before carrying out user maintenance on the appliance..

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 damage the refrigerant circuit.

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: Please abandon the refrigerator according to local regulators for it use

flammable blowing gas and refrigerant.

WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or

WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at

the rear of the appliance. Do not use extension cords or ungrounded （two prong） adapters.

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

28-Take off the doors. -Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. The refrigerator must be disconnected from the source of electrical supply before aempng the installaon of accessory. Refrigerant and cyclopentane foaming material used for the refrigerator are flammable. Therefore, when the refrigerator is scrapped it shall be kept away from any fire source and be recovered by a special recovering company with corresponding qu alificaon ot her than be disposed by combuson, so as to prevent damage to the environment or any other harm.

For EN standard: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduce physical sensory or mental capabilies 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. Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. To avoid contaminaon of food, please respect the following instrucons: – Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance. – Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems. – Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.（note 1） – Store raw meat and fish in suitabl e containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food. – Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storingor making ice- cream and making ice cubes.（note 2） – One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.（note 3） – For appliances without a 4-star compartment: this refrigerating appliance is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs.（note 4） – If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance. Note 1,2,3,4: Please confirm whether it is applicable according to your product compartment type. For a freestanding appliance: this refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance. 29Correct Disposal of this product This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling. Refrigerator door install guidelines about swapping left&right 1、 Disassemeble the screws behind the fixed roof with cross-slot screwdriver and remove the cover from the refrigerator. 2、 Remove the screws fixed the top-hinge with cross-slot screwdriver. The two screws fixed the cover. 303、 Replace the top-hinge and the door limit block and the door bearing bush to the other side A、replace the top-hinge. The screws fixed the top-hinge 31B、replace the door bearing bush and the limit block. 324、 Disassemble the screws fixed the bottom-hinge with cross-slot screwdriver and replace the hinge to the other side then fix it with screws. note：the refrigerator incline angle have to be less than 45°. 5、replace the leveler to the other side and adjust it to make sure the cabinet level The screws fixed the bottom-hinge 336、Set the door right position,fix the top-hinge and then the roof cover. Ensure the Appliance is unplugged and empty。 Adjust the two leveling feet to their highest position。 We recommend you have someone to assist you。 NOTE： To take the door off it is necessary to tilt the Appliance backward。 You should rest the Appliance on something solid e.g.a chair just below the top panel。 Do not lay the Appliance completely flat as this may damage the coolant system。