EMC177ABI - Fridge EAS Electric - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL EMC177ABI EAS Electric

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Dangerous voltage risk FIRE Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials CAUTION Injury or property damage risk IMPORTANT Operating the system correctly V.2EN - 51 Contents

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Safety Warnings Installation warnings During Usage

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

SHIPMENT AND REPOSITIONING

Transportation and Changing Positioning

Information on the Frost Free Technology Display and Control Panel Operating your Fridge Freezer Temperature Set Button Temperature Settings Super Cooling Mode Alarm light Temperature Adjustment Warnings Accessories Ice Tray Fresh Dial MaxiFresh Preserver FOOD STORAGE Refrigerator Compartment Freezer Compartment

1.1 General Safety Warnings

Read this user manual carefully.

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 use electrical appliances

inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommen- ded by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant cir-

WARNING: When positioning the appliance,

ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable

socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

WARNING: In order to avoid any hazards

resulting from the instability of the appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with the 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 V.2EN - 53 environmentally friendly and natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak due to dama- ge of the cooler elements, move your fridge away from open flames 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 flammable propellant in this appliance. This appliance is intended to be used in household and domestic 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 environ- ments. – 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 qualified 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. V.2EN - 54

• 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.

• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Children are not expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance of the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old) are not expected to use appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given, older children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can use appliances safely after they have been given appropriate supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance. Very vulne- rable people are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or similar qualified persons, in order to avoid a hazard.

• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m. V.2EN - 55 To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:

• 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

• Store raw meat and fish in suitable contai- ners in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.

• Two-star frozen-food compartments are sui- table for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.

• One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

• 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. V.2EN - 56

1.2 Installation warnings

Before using your fridge freezer for the first time, please pay attention to the following points:

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

• The plug must be accessible after ins- tallation.

• Your fridge freezer may have an odour when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and the odour will fade when your fridge freezer 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 qualified electrician.

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

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

• We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to un- grounded usage.

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

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

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

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

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

• Clearance of at least 150 mm is re- quired at the top of your appliance. Do not place anything on top of your appliance.

• Do not place heavy items on the appliance.

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

• Before using your fridge freezer, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a teaspoon of sodium bicarbo- nate. Then, rinse with clean water and dry. Return all parts to the fridge free- zer after cleaning.

• The installation procedure into a kit- chen unit is given in the installation manual. This product is intended to be used in proper kitchen units only.

• Do not connect your fridge freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.

• Do not use damaged, torn or old plugs.

• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.

• Do not use plug adapter.

• This appliance is designed for use by adults. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or hang off the door.

• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands. This may cause a short circuit or electric shock.

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

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

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

• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes immediately after they are removed from the ice-making compartment.

• Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This may cause health issues such as food poisoning. V.2EN - 57 Old and Out-of-order Fridges

• If your old fridge or freezer 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 contain isolation material and refrigerant with CFC. Therefore, take care not to harm environment when you are discarding your old fridges. CE Declaration of conformity We declare that our products meet the applicable European Directives, Decisi- ons and Regulations and the require- ments listed in the standards referenced. DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary. The european directive 2012/19 /UE on wasted electrical and electronic equip- ments (WEEE), requires that household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. appliances must be collected separately in order to optimize the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain, and reduce the impact on human health and the environment. The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you disposed of the appliances, it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. Packaging and the Environment Packaging materials protect your machine from damage that may occur during transportation. The packaging materials are environmentally friendly as they are recyclable. The use of recycled material reduces raw material consumption and therefore decreases waste production. Notes:

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not respon- sible for the damage occurred due to misuse.

• Follow all instructions on your appli- ance 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 specified 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 any losses incurred.

• This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for any losses incurred by inappropriate usage of the appliance. V.2EN - 58

This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model. A) Refrigerator compartment B) Freezer compartment

3. Refrigerator shelves

9. Freezer glass shelves

• In some models General notes: Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance, and shelves evenly distri- buted, position of door bins does not affect energy consumption. Freezer Compartment (Freezer): Most Efficient use

the configuration with the drawers and bins are on stock position. V.2EN - 59

3 USING THE APPLIANCE

3.1 Information on the Frost Free

Technology The Frost Free refrigerators have a different operating system to static refrigerators. In normal (static) fridges, the humidity entering the fridge due to opening the door, and the humidity inherent in the food, causes frost build-up in the freezer compartment. To defrost the frost and ice in the freezer compartment, you are required to periodi- cally switch off the fridge, place the frozen food in a separate cooled container, then remove the ice gathered in the freezer compartment. The situation is completely different in No-frost fridges. A built-in fan blows dry and cold air evenly throughout the cooler and freezer compartments. The cold air disperses uniformly between the shelves, ensuring all your food is cooled equally, thus preventing humidity and frost build-up. Therefore, your No-frost fridge allows ease of use, in addition to its huge capacity and stylish appearance.

3.2 Display and Control Panel

Using the Control Panel

1. Temperature set button

2. Super cooling symbol (Super

4. Adjusted temperature indicator

3.3 Operating your Fridge Freezer

Lighting (If available) When the product is plugged in for the first time, the interior lights may turn on 1 minute late due to opening tests.

3.3.1 Temperature Set Button

This button allows setting tempe- rature of the fridge. In order to set values for fridge partition, press this button. Use this button also to activate super cooling mode.

3.3.2 Temperature Settings

• It ensures that the temperature settings in the cooling and freezing compartments of your refrigerator are performed automatically. It may be set to any value ranging from MIN to MAX and super cooling mode. As you press temperature set button from MIN to MAX, the tem- perature decreases. To save energy in winter months, operate your refrigerator in a lower position.

• Initial temperature setting for refri- gerator is at the middle point.

• Every time you press temperature set button, setting temperature will decrease until super cooling symbol and if you keep on pressing the set temperature will be min set temperature again. V.2EN - 61

• To cooling huge quantities of food.

• To cooling fast food.

• To cooling food quickly.

• To store seasonal food for a long time. How To Use?

• If you press temperature set button until super cooling symbol is displayed on the display and you do not press any button within the following 3 seconds, super cooling will blink.

• Super cooling led will light during this mode. For optimal appliance performance in maximum cooling capacity, set the appliance to active Super Cooling mode 5 hours before you put the fresh food into the fridge. During this mode: If you press temperature set button, the mode will be cancelled and the setting will be restored from MAX. Super cooling mode will be automatically cancelled after 5 hours.

In case of a problem within the fridge, the alarm led will release red light.

3.4 Temperature Adjustment Warnings

• It is not r ecommended that you operate your fridge in e nvironme nts colder than

0°C in terms of its efficiency.

• D o not start another adjustment while you are already making an adjustment.

• Temperature adjustments should

made according to the frequency of door openings, the quantity of food kept inside the fridge and the ambient tem- perature in the location of your fridge.

• In order to allow your fridge to reach the operating temperature after being connected to mains, do not open the doors frequently or place large quantities of food in the fridge. Please note that, depending on the ambient temperature, it may take 24 hours for your fridge to reach the operating temperature.

• A 5 minute delay function is applied to prevent damage to the com- pressor of your fridge when connec- ting or disconnecting to mains, or when an energy breakdown occurs. Your fridge will begin to operate normally after 5 minutes.

• Your appliance is designed to operate in the ambient temperature (T/N = 16° C-43°C) intervals stated in the stan- dards, according to the climate class displayed on the information label. We do not recommend operating your appliance out of the stated temperature limits in terms of cooling effectiveness. Climate class and meaning: T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient tem- peratures ranging from 16°C to 43°C. ST (subtropical): This refrigerating appli- ance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16°C to 38°

N (temperate): This refrigerating appli- ance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16°C to 32°

SN (extended temperate): This refri- gerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10°C to 32°C. The Turbo Fan Do not block the air inlet and outlet openings when storing food, otherwise air circulation provided by the turbo fan will be impaired. Turbo fan V.2EN - 62

Visual and text descriptions in the acce- ssories section may vary according to the model of your appliance.

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

• After the water has completely frozen, you can twist the tray as shown below to remove the ice cubes.

3.5.2 The Fresh Dial

Fresh dial If the crisper is full, the fresh dial loca- ted in front of the crisper should be opened. This allows the air in the crisper and the humidity rate to be controlled, to increase the life of food within. The dial, located behind the shelf, must be opened if any condensation is seen on the glass shelf.

3.5.3 Maxi-fresh preserver

Maxi Fresh Preserver technology helps to remove ethylene gas (a bioproduct released naturally from fresh foods) and unpleasant odors from the crisper. In this way, food stays fresh for a longer time.

• Maxi Fresh Preserver must be cleaned once in a year. The filter should be waited for 2 hours at 65°C in a oven.

• To clean the filter, please remove the back cover of the filter box by pulling it in the direction of the arrow.

• The filter should not be washed with water or any detergent. Maxi Fresh Preserver (In some models) V.2EN - 63 4 FOOD STORAGE

4.1 Refrigerator Compartment

• To reduce humidity and avoid the consequent formation of frost, always store liquids in sealed containers in the refrigerator. Frost tends to con- centrate in the coldest parts of the evaporating liquid and, in time, your appliance will require more frequent defrosting.

• Never place warm food in the refri- gerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool at room temperature and should be arranged to ensure ade- quate air circulation in the refrigerator compartment.

• Make sure no items are in direct contact with the rear wall of the appliance as frost will develop and packaging will stick to it. Do not open the refrigerator door frequently.

• We recommend that meat and clean fish are loosely wrapped and stored on the glass shelf just above the vege- table bin where the air is cooler, as this provides the best storage conditions.

• Store loose fruit and vegetable items in the crisper containers.

• Store loose fruit and vegetables in the crisper.

• Storing fruit and vegetables separa- tely helps prevent ethylene-sensitive vegetables (green leaves, broccoli, carrot, etc.) being affected by ethylene-releaser fruits (banana, peach, apricot, fig etc.).

• Do not put wet vegetables into the refrigerator.

• Storage time for all food products depends on the initial quality of the food and an uninterrupted refrige- ration cycle before refrigerator sto- rage.

• To avoid cross-contamination do not store meat products with fruit and vegetables. Water leaking from meat may contaminate other products in the refrigerator. You should package meat products and clean any lea- kages on the shelves.

• Do not put food in front of the air flow passage.

• Consume packaged foods before the recommended expiry date. NOTE: Potatoes, onions and garlic should not be stored in the refrigerator.

• For normal working conditions, it will be sufficient to adjust the temperature setting of your refrigerator to +4 °C.

• The temperature of the fridge com- partment should be in the range of 0-8°C, fresh foods below 0°C are iced and rotted, bacterial load increases above 8°C, and spoils.

• Do not put hot food in the refrigerator immediately, wait for the temperature to pass outside. Hot foods increase the degree of your refrigerator and cause food poisoning and unnecessary spoiling of the food.

• Meat, fish, etc. should be store in the chiller compartment of the food, and the vegetable compartment is pre- ferred for vegetables. (if available)

• To prevent cross contamination, meat products and fruit vegetables are not stored together.

• Foods should be placed in the refri- gerator in closed containers or covered to prevent moisture and odors. The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major food groups in your refrigerator compartment. Food Maximum stor age time How and where to store Vegetables and fruits 1 week Vegetable bin Meat and fish

Wrap in plastic foil, bags, or in a meat container and store on the glass shelf Fresh cheese

On the designated door shelf Butter and margarine 1 week On the designated door shelf V.2EN - 64 Food Maximum storage time How and where to store Bottled products e.g. milk and yoghurt Until the expiry date recommended by the producer On the designated door shelf Eggs 1 month On the designated egg shelf Cooked food 2 days All shelves

4.2 Freezer Compartment

• The freezer is used for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food, and making ice cubes.

• For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal fresh food properly, that is the packaging should be air tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil polythene bags and plastic containers are ideal.

• Do not store fresh food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen food.

• Before freezing fresh food, divide it into portions that can be consumed in one sitting.

• Consume thawed frozen food within a short period of time after defrosting

• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment as it will thaw the fro- zen food.

• Always follow the manufacturer's ins- tructions on food packaging when storing frozen food. If no information is provided food, should not be stored for more than 3 months from the date of purchase.

• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it has been stored under appropriate conditions and that the packaging is not damaged.

• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers and placed in the freezer as soon as possible.

• Do not purchase frozen food if the packaging shows signs of humidity and abnormal swelling. It is probable that it has been stored at an unsui- table temperature and that the contents have deteriorated.

• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, the ther- mostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.

• The maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label.To use the maximum capacity of the freezer compartment, use the glass shelves for the upper and middle section, and use the lower basket for the bottom section.

• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and any other food which needs to be frozen quickly) more quickly because of the freezing shelf’s greater freezing power. Fast freezing shelf is the bottom drawer of the freezer compartment. NOTE: If you attempt to open the freezer door immediately after closing it, you will find that it will not open easily. This is normal. Once equilibrium has been reached, the door will open easily. Important note:

• Never refreeze thawed frozen food.

• The taste of some spices found in coo- ked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar, assorted spices, ginger, garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.) changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period of time. Therefore, add small amounts of spices to food to be frozen, or the desired spice should be added after the food has thawed.

• The storage time of food is dependent on the type of oil used. Suitable oils are margarine, calf fat, olive oil and butter. Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.

• Food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and other food should be frozen in plastic folios or bags. V.2EN - 65 The table below is a quick guide to show you the most efficient way to store the major food groups in your freezer compartment. Meat and fish Preparation Maximum storage time (months) Steak Wrap in foil 6 - 8 Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8 Veal roast Wrap in foil 6 - 8 Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8 Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8 Minced meat In packaging without using spices 1 - 3 Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3 Bologna sausage/salami Should be kept packaged even if it has a membrane Chicken and turkey Wrap in foil 4 - 6 Goose and duck Wrap in foil 4 - 6 Deer, rabbit, wild boar In 2.5 kg portions or as fillets 6 - 8 Freshwater fish (Salmon, Carp, Crane, Catfish) After cleaning the bowels and scales of the fish, wash and dry it. If necessary, remove the tail and head.

Lean fish (Bass, Turbot, Flounder)

Fatty fishes (Tuna, Mackerel, Bluefish, Anchovy)

Shellfish Clean and in a bag 4 - 6 Caviar In its packaging, or in an aluminium or plastic container

Snails In salty water, or in an aluminium or plastic container 3 NOTE: Thawed frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat. If the meat is not cooked after defrosting, it must not be re-frozen. Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Maximum storage time (months) String beans and beans Wash, cut into small pieces and boil in water 10 - 13 Beans Hull, wash and boil in water 12 Cabbage Clean and boil in water 6 - 8 Carrot Clean, cut into slices and boil in water 12 Pepper Cut the stem, cut into two pieces, remove the core and boil in water

Spinach Wash and boil in water 6 - 9 Cauliflower Remove the leaves, cut the hea rt into pieces and leave it in water with a little lemon juice for a while

Eggplant Cut into pieces of 2cm after washing 10 - 12 Corn Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet corn 12 Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10 Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6 V.2EN - 66 Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Maximum storage time (months) Strawberry and Blackberry Wash and hull 8 - 12 Cooked fruits Add 10 % of sugar to the container 12 Plum, cherry, sourberry Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12 Maximum storage time (months) Thawing time at room temperature (hours) Thawing time in oven (minutes) Bread

Dairy products Preparation Maximum storage time (months) Storage conditions Packet (Homogenized) Milk In its own packet 2 - 3 Pure Milk – in its own packet Cheese - excluding white cheese In slices 6 - 8 Original packaging may be used for short-term storage. Keep wrapped in foil for longer periods. Butter, margarine In its packaging 6

MAINTENANCE Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning. Do not wash your appliance by pouring water on it. Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps for cleaning the appliance. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When you have finished cleaning, reconnect the plug to the mains supply with dry hands.

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

• The appliance should be cleaned regularly using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.

• Clean the accessories separately by hand with soap and water. Do not wash accessories in a dish washer.

• Clean the condenser with a brush at least twice a year. This will help you to save on energy costs and increase productivity. The power supply must be disconnected during cleaning. V.2EN - 67

• Your appliance performs automatic defrosting. The water formed as a result of defrosting passes through the water collection spout, flows into the vaporisation container be- hind your appliance and evapo- rates there.

• Make sure you have disconnected the plug of your appliance before cleaning the vaporisation contai- ner.

• Remove the vaporisation container from its position by removing the screws as indicated. Clean it with soapy water at specific time inter- vals. This will prevent odours from forming. Replacing LED Lighting If your appliance has LED lighting contact the help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only.

6.1 Transportation and Changing

• The original packaging and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optional).

• Fasten your appliance with thick packaging, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the packaging.

• Remove all movable parts (shelves, accessories, vegetable bins, and so on) or fix them into the appliance against shocks using bands when re-positioning or transporting. Always carry your appliance in the upright position. V.2EN - 68

7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Errors Your fridge will warn you if the temperatures for the cooler and freezer are at improper levels or if a problem occurs with the appliance. In case of a problem within the fridge, the alarm led will release red light. Alarm indicator LED is turning on

MEANING WHY WHAT TO DO

"Failure" Warning There is/are some part(s) out of order or the re is a failure in the cooling process. The product is plugged for the first time or a long-time power interruption for 1 hour. Check the door is open or not and check if the product working 1 hour. If the door is not open and the product had worked 1 hour, call service for assistance as soon as possible. If you are experiencing a problem with your refrigerator, please check the following before contacting the after- sales service. Your refrigerator does not operate Check if:

• Your fridge is plugged in and switched on

• Is the temperature adjustment right?

• The socket is faulty. To check this, plug another working appliance into the same socket. Your refrigerator is performing poorly Check if:

• The appliance is overloaded

• The doors are closed properly

• There is any dust on the condenser

• There is an adequate distance between the appliance and surrounding walls Your refrigerator is operating noisily The following noises can be heard during normal operat ion of the appliance. Cracking (ice cracking) noise occurs:

• During automatic defrosting.

• When the appliance is cooled or warmed (due to expansion of appliance material). Clicking noise occurs: When the thermostat switches the compres- sor on/off. Motor noise: Indicates the compres- sor is operating normally. The com- pressor may cause more noise for a short time when it is first activated. Bubbling noise and splashing occurs: Due to the flow of the refrigerant in the tubes of the system. Water flowing noise occurs: Due to water flowing to the evaporation container. This noise is normal during defrosting. Air blowing noise occurs: During normal operation of the system due to the circulation of air. There is a build-up of humidity inside the fridge Check if:

• All food is packed properly. Con- tainers must be dry before being placed in the fridge.

• The fridge doors are opened fre- quently. Humidity of the room will enter the fridge each time the doors are opened. Humidity increases faster if the doors are opened frequently, especially if the humidity of the room is high.

• There is a build-up of water droplets on the rear wall. This is normal after automatic defrosting (in Static Mo- dels). V.2EN - 69 The doors are not opening or closing properly Check if:

• There is food or packaging preven- ting the door from closing

• The door compartments, shelves and drawers are placed properly

• The door gaskets are broken or torn

• Your fridge is level. The edges of the fridge in contact with the door joint are warm Especially during summer (warm weather), the surfaces in contact with the door joint may become warmer during operation of the compressor. This is normal. Recommendations To stop the appliance completely, unplug from main socket (for cleaning and when the door is left open).

8 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 (such as a radiator or oven) other- wise an insulating plate should be used.

2. Allow warm food and drinks to

cool before placing them inside the appliance.

3. Place thawing food in the refrige-

rator compartment. The low tempe- rature of the frozen food will help cool the refrigerator compartment while the food is thawing. This will save energy. Frozen food left to thaw outside of the appliance will result in a waste of energy.

4. Drinks or other liquids should be

covered when inside the appliance. If left uncovered, the humidity insi- de the appliance will increase, the- refore the appliance uses more energy. Keeping drinks and other liquids covered helps preserve their smell and taste.

5. Avoid keeping the doors open for

long periods and opening the doors too frequently as warm air will enter the appliance and cause the compressor to switch on unneces- sarily often.

6. Keep the covers of the different

temperature compartments (such as the crisper and chiller) closed.

7. The door gasket must be clean and

pliable. In case of wear, replace the gasket. V.2EN - 70 9 TECHNICAL DATA The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label. The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database. Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance. It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate of the appliance. See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.

10 INFORMATION FOR TEST

INSTITUTES Appliance for any EcoDesign verifica- tion shall be compliant with EN 62552. Ventilation requirements, recess di- mensions and minimum rear clea- rances shall be as stated in this User Manual at Chapter 2. Please contact the manufacturer for any other further information, including loading plans.

11 CUSTOMER CARE AND

SERVICE Always use original spare parts. When contacting our Authorised Ser- vice Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, Serial Number and Service Index. The information can be found on the rating plate. Subject to change with- out notice. The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of compo- nent, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model. Visit our website to: https://asistencia.easelectric.es/ V.2EN - 71 12 WARRANTY CONDITIONS This appliance is guaranteed for three years from the date of sale against all manufactu- ring defects, including labour and spare parts. In order to justify the date of purchase, it will be compulsory to present the invoice or purchase receipt. The conditions of this warranty apply only to Spain and Portugal. If you have purchased this product in another country, please consult your distributor for the applicable conditions.

EXCLUSIONS FROM THE WARRANTY

1. Remote controls, drain intake rubbers,

dockings and door seals, weather strip- ping.

2. Damage to enamels, paints, nickel plating,

chrome plating, oxidation or other types of aesthetic parts or components that do not affect the internal functioning of the appliance.

3. Damage to wear parts due to use, cor-

rosion or oxidation, whether caused by normal use of the appliance or accele- rated deterioration due to unfavorable environmental or climatic circumstances. Not suitable for outdoor use.

4. Damage to fragile pieces of glass, glass

ceramic, plastics, handles, baskets, doors or light bulbs when their failure or breakage is not attributable to a manufacturing defect.

5. Faults produced by fortuitous causes

or accidents of force majeure, or as a consequence of abnormal, negligent or inappropriate use of the device.

6. Civil liabilities of any nature.

7. Consequential damage to the appliance as

long as it has not been caused by an internal malfunction.

8. Maintenance or upkeep of the appliance:

periodic reviews, adjustments and greases.

9. Faults that accessories and comple-ments,

adapters, external cables, bags, spare parts of all kinds, lamps, as well as any part considered consumable by the manufac- turer, may suffer.

10. Faults caused by incorrect or illegal ins-

tallation, inadequate ventilation, lack of grounding in the home, power disturban- ces, inappropriate modifications or use of non-original spare parts.

11. Appliances used in industrial applicatio-ns

or for commercial purposes.

Appliances with illegible or altered se- rial number.

13. Defects or breakdowns produced as a

result of fixes, repairs, modifications, or disassembly of the installation of the devi- ce by the user or by a technician not au- thorized by the manufacturer, or as a result of manifest non-compliance with the manufacturer's instructions for use and maintenance.

14. During the warranty period it is essential

to keep all manuals together with the equipment. If the equipment is sold, dona- ted or given away, the manual and all related documents must be given to the new user. If any of these are lost, their replacement cannot be claimed.

15. Faults that have their origin or are a direct

or indirect consequence of: contact with liquids, chemicals and other substances, as well as conditions derived from the climate or the environment: earthquakes, fires, floods, excessive heat or any other external force, such as insects, rodents and other animals that may have access to the interior of the machine or its connection points.

16. Damages derived from terrorism, riot or