VK1285W - Fridge INVENTUM - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VK1285W INVENTUM

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1. safety instructions page 12

2. appliance description page 15

3. before first use page 15

4. use page 16

5. tips page 16

6.defrosting page18

1. cleaning and maintenance page 18

2. troubleshooting page 18

General terms and conditions of service and warranty page 38

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1 safety instructions

• Please read these instructions before operating the appliance and retain for future use.
• Only use this appliance for the purposes described in the instruction. The appliance is suitable for storing food. It is possible to freeze fresh food in the freezer section.
• Only connect the appliance to alternate current, to an earthed wall socket, with a mains voltage that corresponds with the information provided on the information plate of the appliance.
• Do not use single/multiple adapters or extension cords.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, cord or appliance are damaged, or if the appliance no longer functions properly or if it is damaged in any other way. If this is the case, consult the shop or our technical service. Never replace the plug or cord yourself.
• The appliance must be moved and installed by two or more persons.
• Be careful when moving the appliance to prevent the floor from getting damaged.
• During installation, do make sure the power cable is not damaged.
• Check that the appliance is not placed too close to a heat source.
• In order to ensure proper ventilation, a free space of 20 cm should be maintained around the appliance.
• Never cover the ventilation openings.
  • Make sure the cooling pipes do not get damaged.
  • Install the appliance on a sturdy, flat and stable surface.
• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance is intended for use in a room where the ambient temperature falls within the applicable class, depending on the climate class found on the information plate on the back of the appliance.

Climatic class Ambient temperature

SN From 10°C to 32°C

N From 16°C to 32°C

ST From 16°C to 38°C

T From 16°C to 43°C

• Do not store explosive or highly flammable substances in the appliance. The vapours could cause a fire hazard or an explosion.
• Do not store glass bottles or jars with liquids in the freezer, as they could break when frozen.
• Do not use mechanical, electrical or chemical agents to speed up the defrosting process.
• Make sure that children are unable to play with the appliance, such as hide in it. This is dangerous.
• Keep the appliance out of reach of children. Children do not see the dangers when handling electrical appliances. Therefore, never allow children to work with electrical appliances without supervision. Keep the appliance and cord out of reach of children younger than 8 years of age.

Note: Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

• The appliance can be used by children of 8 years and older and persons with a limited physical, sensory or mental capacity or lack of experience or knowledge, provided they use the appliance under supervision or have been instructed about its safe use and understand the hazards involved.
• The appliance may not be cleaned or maintained by children, unless this is done under supervision.
• Repairs to electrical appliances should only be performed by skilled persons. It is dangerous to perform a repair whereby the base unit of the appliance must be opened.
• Only use and store the appliance indoors.
• Never bend the power cord sharply or allow it to run across hot parts.
• Always remove the plug from the socket when the appliance must be cleaned or repaired.
• Never use the appliance with parts that are not recommended or supplied by the manufacturer.
• Do not pull the cord and/or appliance to remove the plug from the wall socket. Never touch the plug with wet or moist hands.
• Be careful with ice cubes and ice pops. If these are consumed directly out of the freezer, there is a risk of frostbite.

• Never submerge the appliance, cord or plug in water.

• The appliance cannot be used with a timer or separate remote control.

• This appliance is only suitable for household use. If the appliance is not used as intended, no compensation can be claimed in case of defects or accidents and the warranty will be invalidated.
• If you decide not to use the appliance any more due to a defect, we recommend cutting off the cord after removing the plug from the wall socket. Household appliances are not normal waste. Take the appliance to the waste processing department concerned of your municipality.

Refrigerant

The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, ensure that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit becomes damaged. The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable.

WARNING: Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damage prior to proper disposal.

ING: Risk of fire/ flammable materials

If the refrigerant circuit should be damaged:

- Avoid open flames and sources of ignition.

- Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a shortcircuit, fire, and/or electric shock.

2 appliance description

1. Drainage hole
2. Thermostat with indicator lights
3. Lid with handle
4. Shelving basket
5. LED lamp

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3 before first use

Before you use the appliance for the first time, please do as follows: Carefully unpack the appliance and remove all the packaging material and any promotional stickers. Keep the material (plastic, polystyrene and cardboard) out of reach of children. Check the appliance after unpacking for any damage, possible from transportation. Place the appliance on a flat and stable surface. Make sure there is enough open space around the appliance for the intake and/or outlet vents. A minimum clearance of 20 cm is required between the appliance and any adjacent walls. Keep a clearance of 70 cm above the appliance. The appliance needs good ventilation for easy dissipation of heat, high efficiency of refrigeration and low power consumption.

Leave the appliance to stand for at least 3 hours before you insert the plug into the socket.

First clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm water and a neutral detergent. After cleaning, rinse the interior with clean water and rub dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours.

4

usage

The appliance features external controls. Check whether the thermostat is set on OFF. Check that the voltage in your home corresponds with the voltage printed on the back of the appliance and plug it in a socket.

• Plug the appliance in.
  • The indicator light POWER lights up indicating the freezer is connected to the power net.
• Set the temperature with the thermostat and choose a setting between 1 and 6. A higher setting lets the appliance freeze more.
  The appliance now freezes continuously until the set temperature has been reached. Do not place anything in the appliance until the set temperature is reached. This usually takes 2 or 3 hours. Then set the thermostat at the desired setting and place food into the freezer.

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- The indicator light RUN lights up when the compressor switches on to keep the temperature inside the freezer at the selected setting. When the temperature is back to normal, the indicator light RUN automatically switches off.

- The indicator light ALARM lights up when the inside temperature is too high. Keep the lid closed during the time the indicator light ALARM is lit. As soon as the appliance freezes again and the temperature is back to normal, the indicator light ALARM switches off automatically.

Set the appliance on a higher setting when the ambient air temperature rises to maintain the temperature inside the appliance.

To turn the appliance off, set the thermostat to OFF.

Opening and closing the lid

The lid is provided with a tight sealing. Therefore, it can be difficult to open the lid immediately after closing. A vacuum may form. In that case wait a few minutes before opening the lid again.

Shelving basket

The freezer comes with a shelving basket. Hang the basket on the top edge in the freezer.

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Note:

The ambient air temperature, how often the lid is opened and the position of the appliance can affect the internal temperature. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat.

• Do not put hot food into the freezer.
• Never introduce volatile, inflammable or explosive fluids such as alcohol, acetone or petrol because of the risk of explosion.
• It is advisable to wrap meat and fish to avoid odours.
• The lid should not be left open any longer than necessary.
• Do not freeze too large an amount of food at one time; the faster the food is frozen, the longer is preserves its qualities.
• Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after purchase. Make sure that it doesn't defrost during transport.
• Do not store glass bottles or containers with liquids in the freezer which will freeze. The freezing may cause the bottles to break. Highly carbonated drinks can even explode. Never keep lemonade, fruit juice, beer, wine, champagne, etc. in the freezer.

5 tips

• High ambient temperatures have a negative effect on energy use. Keep the appliance in a position away from direct sunlight or other sources of heat.
• Keep ventilation openings free. Clogged openings lead to higher use of energy.
• Try not to open the lid too often, especially when the weather is wet and hot. Once you open the lid, mind to close it as soon as possible.
• Turn the thermostat to a lower setting when the circumstances allow it.
• Before storing fresh cooked food, make sure the food has cooled at least to room temperature.
  • Ice and frost layer increase energy consumption, so clean the appliance as soon as the layer is 3 to 5 mm thick.
• If the gasket is damaged or if it turns out that the sealing is poor, the energy consumption is substantially higher. To restore efficiency, replace the gasket.
  • Always consider the instructions, otherwise the energyconsumption is substantially higher.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions

• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significatn 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 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, storing or making icecream and making ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three-start compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

Order Compartments TYPE Target storage temp. [°C]			Appropriate food
1 Fridge	+2 ≤ +8 Eggs, cooked food, packaged food, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cakes, drinks and other foods are not suitable for freezing.
2 (***)*-Freezer ≤-18 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
3 ***-Freezer ≤-18 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
4 **-Freezer ≤-12 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
5 *-Freezer ≤-6 Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
6 0-star	-6 ≤ 0 Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, some packaged processed foods, etc. (Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably no more than 3 days). Partially encapsulated processed foods (non-freezable foods).
7	Chill	-2 ≤ +3	Fresh/ frozen pork, beef, chicken, freshwater aquatic products, etc. (7 days below 0°C and above 0°C is recommended for consumption within that day, preferably no more than 2 days). Seafood (less than 0 for 15 days, it is not recommended to store above 0°C.
8	Fresh food	0 ≤ +4	Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, cooked food, etc. (Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably no more than 3 days)
9 Wine	+5 ≤+20 Red wine, white wine, sparkling wine, etc.

Note: please store different foods according to the compartments or target storage temperature of your purchased products.

- 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.

Water dispenser cleaning (special for water dispenser products):

- 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.

WARNING - Food needs to be packed in bags before putting into the freezer, and liquids need to be packed in bottles or capped containers to avoid the problem that the product design structure is not easy to clean.

6 defrosting

Defrost the freezer compartment when the layer of ice reaches a thickness of 3 to 5 mm.

Turn the thermostat to OFF and unplug the appliance. Keep the contents of the freezer in a cool place and wrapped in blankets or newspapers.

Open both outlets on the inside and at the front of the freezer and place a container underneath it. Wait for the ice to defrost.

Remove the ice with the included ice scraper. Warning: Never remove the ice with the aid of sharp objects, defrost sprays, a hair-drier, a heater, or similar items. This may lead to unsafe situations and may cause irreparable damage to the appliance.

Clean and dry the freezer. Turn the thermostat back on the right setting. When the freezer reaches its correct temperature, replace the food items.

7 cleaning and maintenance

Before cleaning the appliance set the thermostat to OFF and always unplug the appliance.

Clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm water and a neutral detergent to prevent any bad smells occurring. After cleaning, rinse the interior with clean water and rub dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours. Simply remove the shelves, drawer and door compartments to clean them by hand. Do not clean the interior accessories in the dishwasher.

Clean the outside of the appliance and the gasket with a soft moist cloth.

For areas that are difficult to clean in the appliance, such as narrow gaps or corners, it is recommended to wipe them regularly with a soft rag, soft brush, etc. When necessary use some auxiliary tools, such as thin sticks (tooth picks), to ensure no contamination can accumulate in these areas.

We recommend that you dust the back of the appliance and on the floor with a cloth or vacuum cleaner once a year in order to maintain a good output and low energy consumption.

Do not use hard brushes, cleaning steel wire balls, wire brushes, abrasives, such as toothpastes, organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, oils, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items to clean the refrigerator considering that this may damage the fridge surface and interior. Boiling water and benzene may deform or damage plastic parts.

8 troubleshooting

Breakdown Cause Solution
Appliance is not functioning; indicator light does not work	Appliance is not plugged in. Plug the	appliance in the socket
Temperature inside the freezer is too high or too low	Thermostat has been set incorrectly	Set the thermostat correctly
	Air circulation vents are blocked Clean the ventilation openings
Appliance is excessively noisy	Has the appliance been installed correctly?	Check the installation
	Are the pipes at the back touching or vibrating?	Check it and move the appliance forwards
The lid does not close properly	Is the freezer loaded too full? Check the content of the freezer.
The compressor runs too long	It is normal that the freezer operates for a longer time in the summer.	Do not place too much food at once in the freezer; Do not place warm food in the freezer, wait for it to cool down; Do not open the lid too often.
	There is a thick frost layer inside the freezer.	Defrost and clean the freezer.

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General terms and conditions of service and warranty

5-year Inventum warranty!

1. Customers enjoy a 5-year full manufacturer's warranty on all Inventum products.
2. Within this period, a defective product or part, which makes normal functioning of the product or part impossible, will always be repaired free of charge or, if repair is not possible and/or does not provide a solution, replaced (by the same or equivalent product). The assessment of this lies with Inventum.
3. In order to make a claim under the 5-year Inventum warranty you must, within two months after discovering the fault or defect, either return the product to the shop where you bought it, or contact the Inventum customer service department by using the form at www.inventum.eu/service.
4. The warranty period starts from the date stated on the product's original sales receipt.
5. To invoke the warranty, you must always send a copy of the original proof of purchase with the service request and present the original proof of purchase to the service technician.
6. The 5-year warranty applies only to normal domestic use of Inventum products within the Netherlands.

Warranty exclusions

1. The 5-year Inventum guarantee does not apply in case of: normal wear and tear, consumables, improper use, insufficient or incorrect maintenance, incorrect and/or inexpert assembly and installation of the appliance, repairs by unauthorised third parties, business or commercial use, missing serial number, damage caused by an external cause. This enumeration is not exhaustive.
2. B-choice products and products that have been built-in in a showroom are not covered by the 5-year Inventum warranty. All optical damage such as dents, scratches and slight traces of use are excluded from any warranty.

Reporting malfunctions on Inventum products

1. Faults or defects on Inventum products can be reported by using the service request form on the website www.inventum.eu/service or through the seller of the product.
2. A copy of the original proof of purchase must be included with the request.
3. Inventum's service department determines whether the product will be repaired or replaced, based on the request and the sales receipt.

Important to know

• Products sent without prior notification will not be accepted. Further to the notification you will be informed by Inventum whether a warranty applies and whether you must return the product.
• The replacement or repair of a defective product, or a part thereof, does not lead to an extension of the original warranty period.
• Products eligible for replacement or repair must be emptied and clean.

For a detailed explanation of the warranty conditions and items excluded from them, please visit Inventum's website www.inventum.eu/algemene-voorwaarden

These general warranty and service conditions apply to Inventum brand products purchased after 27 April 2022 and intended for use within the Netherlands.

For Inventum products used outside the Netherlands, but within a EU Member State, the warranty rules of that country apply. Inventum provides warranty and service by a white goods technician only in the Netherlands.

As a consumer, you are entitled by law to a properly working product. Does the product break down sooner than you might expect? This means that the product is not in conformity. In that case, the law offers you, the buyer, with a number of legal remedies for your protection. This legal protection is not affected by the above commercial warranty given by Inventum on Inventum products used within the Netherlands.

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