HKGK17455A2I - Fridge Hanseatic - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HKGK17455A2I Hanseatic

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User manual

Fridge-freezer

Table of contents

Delivery GB-3

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-3

Check the delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-3

Appliance parts / control elements .... GB-4

Safety GB-5

Intended use. GB-5

Explanation of terms GB-5

Explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . GB-5

Safety notices GB-6

Operation GB-11

Before getting started . . . . . . . . . GB-11

Switching the appliance

on and off GB-11

Setting the temperature . . . . . . . GB-11

Shelves and door shelves . . . . . . GB-12

Chilling food GB-13

Filling the fridge compartment .... GB-13

Maintaining quality . . . . . . . . . . . GB-14

Freezing foods /

storing frozen foods GB-15

Freezing food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-15

Storing frozen food . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-16

Defrosting food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-16

Preparing ice cubes . . . . . . . . . . GB-17

Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . GB-18

Checking and cleaning

door seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-18

Clean exterior GB-18

Cleaning the reverse side . . . . . . GB-18

Defrosting and cleaning

the inner compartment . . . . . . . . GB-18

Interior light GB-20

Start-up GB-21

Before starting to use

the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-21

Unpacking and setup . . . . . . . . . GB-21

Attaching the door handles . . . . . . GB-23

Cleaning before use . . . . . . . . . . . GB-24

Electrical connections . . . . . . . . GB-24

Changing the door hinges . . . . . . . . GB-25

Removing the doors and hinges . . GB-25

Preparing the doors and hinges for repositioning . . . . . . . GB-26

Replacing the doors and hinges . . GB-27

Troubleshooting table . . . . . . . . . . GB-29

Service GB-31

Advice, order and complaint ..... GB-31

Repairs and spare parts . . . . . . . . GB-31

Environmental protection . . . . . . . GB-32

Disposing of old electrical devices in an environmentally friendly manner . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB-32

Our contribution to the protection of the ozone layer . . GB-32

Product fiche concerning

Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010..... GB-33

Technical specifications . . . . . . . . GB-34

You can find more information on setting up the appliance and starting it up for the first time

from page GB-21.

Please read through the safety instructions and user manual carefully before using the appliance. This is the only way you

can use all the functions reliably and reliably.

Be absolutely sure to also observe the national regulations in your country, which are also valid in addition to the regulations specified in this user manual.

Keep all safety notices and instructions for future reference. Pass all safety notices and instructions on to the subsequent user of the product.

Delivery

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Package contents

1× Fridge-freezer

Fridge compartment

3× Glass shelf
1× Bottle rack
1× Glass shelf as a cover for the fruit/ vegetable drawer
1× Fruit/vegetable drawer with divider
3× Door shelf

Freezer compartment

3× Drawer

1× Egg tray
1× Ice cube container
1× Cleaning rod

Check the delivery

1. Move the appliance to a suitable place and unpack it (see „Start-up“ on page GB-21).
2. Remove all parts of the packaging, plastic profiles, tape and foam padding.
3. Check that the delivery is complete.
4. Check whether the appliance was damaged during transit.
5. If the delivery is incomplete or the appliance has been damaged during transport, please contact our Service Centre (see page GB-31).

WARNING!

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Never use a damaged appliance.

Appliance parts / control elements

(1) Interior light
(2) Small door shelves
(3) Large door shelf
(4) Screw feet
(5) Freezer compartment drawers
(6) Vegetable drawers

(7) Glass shelf as a cover for the vegetable drawer
(8) Defrost water drain
(9) Bottle rack
(10) Glass shelves in fridge compartment
(11) Temperature controller

Safety

Intended use

The purpose of this appliance is to

• chill fresh food,
  – to store ordinary commercially available deep-frozen food,
  – to deep freeze fresh, room-temperature foods and
• to prepare ice cubes.

This appliance is intended to be used in household ans 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.

Use the appliance exclusively as described in this user manual. Any other use is deemed improper and may result in damage to property or even personal injury. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by improper use.

Explanation of terms

The following symbols can be found in this user manual.

WARNING

This symbol indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

This symbol indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

This symbol warns against possible damage to property.

This symbol refers to useful additional information.

Explanation of symbols

Warning: Risk of fire/flammable materials

4-star logo: Freezer compartment at -18 °C or colder

This appliance complies with the relevant European and national guidelines. This is confirmed with the CE label (corresponding explanations are available from the manufacturer).

Safety notices

In this chapter you will find general safety notices which you must always observe for your own protection and that of third parties. Please also observe the warning notices in the individual chapters.

WARNING

Risks in handling household electrical appliances

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Only use the appliance indoors. Do not use in wet rooms or in the rain.
■ Do not operate or continue to operate the appliance, if
– it shows visible signs of damage, e.g. the power cord is defective,
– it starts smoking or there is a smell of burning,
- it makes unfamiliar noises.

In such cases, pull out the mains plug or unscrew/isolate the fuse and contact our service department (see page GB-31).

■ The appliance corresponds to protection class I and may only be connected to a plug with a protective conductor that has been properly installed. When connecting, make sure that it has the right voltage. You can find more detailed information about this on the nameplate.

■ Do not connect to a timer or a separate remote-controlled system for distance monitoring and control.

■ The appliance can only be completely disconnected from the power supply by pulling out the mains plug. The appliance must therefore be connected to an easily accessible socket so that it can be quickly disconnected from the power supply in the event of breakdown.

■ If the mains plug is no longer accessible after installation, an all-pole disconnecting device complying with overvoltage category III must be connected to the house wiring with a contact gap of at least 3 mm; this includes fuses, circuit breakers and contactors.

- Do not kink or pinch the mains cable or lay it over sharp edges. This can result in a break in the cable.

■ When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

■ Do not locate multiple portable socket- outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

■ Do not place portable multi-outlet power strips or power supply units on the rear side of the appliance.

- Keep the appliance, mains plug and mains cable away from naked flames and hot surfaces.

■ Always hold the mains plug itself, not the mains cable.

■ Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.

■ Never immerse the mains cable or plug in water or any other liquids.

■ If the mains cable of the appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, through the customer service department or by a qualified specialist.

■ Inspections and repairs to the appliance may only be carried out by authorised specialists (see „Service“ on page GB-31).

■ Do not remove the cover from the interior lighting.

■ Do not attempt to replace the interior lighting.

■ Independent or improper repairs made to the appliance may cause damage to property and personal injury; any liability and warranty claims will be forfeited. Never try to repair a defective or suspected defective appliance yourself.

■ This appliance contains electrical and mechanical parts which are essential for protection against potential sources of danger. Only parts corresponding to the original appliance specifications may be used for repairs.

■ In the event of a fault, as well as before extensive cleaning, pull out the mains plug or isolate/unscrew the fuse.

■ Do not put any objects in or through the housing openings, and also make sure that children cannot insert any objects in them.

■ Check the appliance regularly for damage.

Risks to children

Risk of suffocation!

Children can become entangled in the packaging fi lm or swallow small parts and suffocate.

■ Do not allow children to play with the packaging fi lm.

■ Prevent children from pulling small parts from the device or taking them

out of the accessory bag and putting them in their mouths.

Risks when dealing with chemical substances

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of chemical substances can lead to explosions.

• Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with flammable propellants inside the appliance, as they may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures to explode.
  ■ Never use defrosting sprays to defrost. They can generate explosive gases.

CAUTION

Risks for certain groups of people

Dangers for children and people with limited physical, sensory or mental capacity!

■ 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 aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
■ Make sure children do not have unsupervised access to the appliance.

Risks when dealing with fridge and freezer appliances

Fire hazard!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to fire and property damage.

■ Only connect the appliance to a properly installed and earthed electric socket.
■ Do not connect to a multi-socket extension cable or a multi-socket plug.
- Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in
■ structure, clear of obstruction.
- Do not position the appliance directly against the wall and adhere to minimum distances (see „Unpacking and setup“ on page GB-21).

Dangers from the refrigerant!

Your appliance's refrigeration circuit contains the environmentally friendly, but fl ammable refrigerant R600a (isobutane).

■ Mechanical intervention in the refrigeration system must only be carried out by authorised specialists.
■ Do not damage the refrigerant circuit, for example, by piercing the refrigerant channels of the condensate evaporator with sharp objects, bending the piping, cutting open the insulation, etc.

■ Refrigerant is flammable when spurting out and can damage the eyes. In this case, rinse your eyes in clean water and seek medical assistance immediately.

■ To prevent the formation of a flammable gas-air mixture in the event of a leakage in the refrigeration circuit, the installation space must have a

minimum size of 1 m ^3 per 8 g of refrigerant in compliance with the EN 378 standard. The amount of refrigerant contained in your appliance can be found in the Technical specifications (see page GB-34).

Risk of injury!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury.

■ The appliance is heavy and bulky. Seek the help of another person when moving the appliance.

- Check that entry route and installation location are free of obstacles (e.g. closed doors or objects lying on the floor).

■ Bases, drawers, doors, etc. must not be used as steps or for support purposes.

■ Do not place heavy objects on the appliance, as they could fall down and cause injuries.

■ Lay out the mains cable in such a way that it does not become a trip hazard.

■ Make sure that no fingers get caught when closing the doors.

Health hazard!

Contaminated foods can cause health problems.

■ Opening the door for long periods can cause a signifi cant 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 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.

Health hazard!

Incorrect handling, insufficient cooling or overlapping items can spoil the stored food. This could lead to a risk of food poisoning when consumed.

■ In particular, pack raw meat and fish carefully to ensure that adjacent food cannot be contaminated by salmonella or similar bacteria.
■ Abide by the storage times recommended by food manufacturers.
■ Note that the shelf life of the frozen food may be shortened due to a rise in the temperature inside the appliance (from defrosting, cleaning or power failure).
■ If there is a power failure, the frozen food may remain sufficiently cold for some time ((see „Product fi che concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33)).
■ In case of prolonged power failure or malfunction of the appliance, remove the stored frozen food from the appliance and store it in a sufficiently cool place or in another refrigerating appliance.

■ After a malfunction, check whether the stored food is still edible. Consume thawed and defrosted foods immediately, do not refreeze.
■ Use only drinking water to make ice cubes.

The appliance may not operate properly if exposed to low ambient temperatures for extended periods of time. This can then lead to an increase in temperature inside the appliance.

■ Always ensure the prescribed ambient temperature is maintained (see „Product fi che concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33).
■ Do not place any appliances on top of the refrigerator that emanate heat (microwave, toaster, etc.).

Risk of injury from frozen goods!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury. There is a risk of burns caused by low temperatures.

■ The food and the inside walls of the freezer compartment have a very low temperature. Never touch them with wet hands. This can cause injury to the skin. Skin damage can occur even with dry skin.
- Let ice cubes or ice lollies thaw a little before eating, do not put into your mouth straight from the freezer area.

NOTICE

Risk of damage

If the cooling unit has been transported horizontally, lubricant from the compressor may get into the cooling circuit.

■ Only transport the appliance in a vertical position.
- Allow the cooling unit to stand upright for 2 hours before start-up. The lubricant will flow back into the compressor during this time.

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to property damage.

■ Do not pull or lift the device by the doors or door handles.
- The appliance must only be placed on a level and firm surface. The surface must be strong enough to support the appliance's weight when fully laden.
■ Do not use sharp or pointed objects to unpack it.
■ When unpacking the appliance, never damage the insulation material on the back of the appliance.
■ Do not use electrical appliances inside the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Do not use any mechanical devices or means other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. For example, do not use any electric heating equipment, knives or devices with an open flame such as a candle. The thermal insulation and the interi-

or are scratch and heat-sensitive and can melt.

■ The interior light must only be used to illuminate the interior of the appliance. It is not suitable for lighting a room.
■ Do not store glass or metal containers containing water, lemonade, beer etc. Water expands when frozen and can burst the container.
■ Defrost the appliance in a timely manner, before it forms a layer of ice and frost of more than 5 mm. Excessive ice formation increases power consumption, the drawers become difficult to open and the door may not close completely.
■ When cleaning, please note:

– Never use harsh, granular, soda, acid, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. These attack the plastic surfaces. All-purpose cleaners with a neutral pH are recommended.
- Door seals and plastic parts are sensitive to oil and grease. Remove contaminants as quickly as possible.
– Use only soft cloths for cleaning.

■ Wait 5 minutes after switching off. Only then switch the appliance on again.

■ Only use original accessories.

Operation

Before getting started

• Please read chapter "Safety" from page GB-5 and all the safety notices.
• Set up and connect the appliance as described in chapter "Start-up" from page GB-21.

Switching the appliance on and off

! NOTICE

Risk of damage!

If the appliance has been transported horizontally, lubricant from the compressor may make its way into the cooling circuit.

- Allow the appliance to stand upright for approx. 2 hours after transport and before connecting.

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The temperature controller is also (11) used to switch the appliance on and off. It is at the top in the fridge compartment.

Switching on

1. Set the temperature controller (11) to a setting of between "1" and "7".
   The appliance is then switched on. The compressor starts to work, the refrigerant flows through the pipes and a quiet humming sound can be heard. The interior light will switch on as soon as the door is opened and will switch off if the door is closed.

2. If the appliance makes unusual noises, check that it is on a solid base and remove any objects that are on top of the appliance.

Switching off

1. Set the temperature controller (11) to "0". The compressor is switched off. The appliance doesn't refrigerate. The interior light continues to function.
2. To switch the appliance off completely, pull the mains plug out of the socket.
3. If the appliance is switched off, leave the doors open slightly to avoid mould formation.

Setting the temperature

CAUTION

Health hazard!

The appliance may not operate properly if exposed to low ambient temperatures for extended periods of time. The temperature may increase in the fridge and freezer compartments which may cause the foods stored within to spoil more quickly.

■ Always ensure the prescribed ambient temperature is maintained (see „Product fi che concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33).

Using the temperature controller (11), you can set the temperature in the fridge and freezer compartments.

• First select a medium setting.
• If, for example in summer, the ambient temperature increases, so select a lower setting accordingly.

- In order to – increase the refrigeration output in the fridge and freezer compartments, turn the temperature controller towards "7".

– decrease the refrigeration output in the fridge and freezer compartments, turn the temperature controller towards “1”.

You ideally need two refrigerator/freezer thermometers to be able to control the refrigeration output.

- Place

- one above the vegetable drawer (6) in the fridge compartment; the correct temperature here is +6^ .

– the other in the freezer compartment; the ideal storage temperature is -18 ^ .

Shelves and door shelves

The glass shelves (10), bottle rack (9) and the door shelves (2) and (3) can be taken out and rearranged if necessary.

• In order to remove the door shelves, simply pull them upwards out of the holders.
• To remove the glass shelves, lift them slightly at the back and then pull them out of the guide rail.
• Place the door and glass shelves back into the desired positions.

Chilling food

WARNING

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to explosions.

■ Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with flammable propellants inside the appliance, as they may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures to explode.

CAUTION

Health hazard!

Contaminated foods can cause health problems.

■ Opening the door for long periods can cause a signifi cant 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 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.

Filling the fridge compartment

Fill the fridge compartment in such a way that the temperature conditions inside are used to their full potential.

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• Place spreadable butter and cheese on the upper door shelf (2) in the upper fridge compartment. This is where the temperature is warmest.
• Store preserves, jars and eggs on the middle door shelf (2). Eggs are best stored on the supplied egg tray.
• Place drinks cartons and bottles on the door shelf (3). Position full containers closer to the hinge in order to reduce the strain on the door.
• Place securely closed bottles on the bottle rack (9).
• Place cooked and baked foods on the glass shelves (10).
• Place fresh meat, game, poultry, bacon, sausage and raw fish on the glass shelf (7) above the vegetable drawer (6). This is where the temperature is lowest.

• Place fresh fruit and vegetables in the vegetable drawer (6).

• Only store strong alcohol standing upright and closed tightly.

• Allow hot food to cool before placing it in the fridge compartment.

The temperatures within the appliance and therefore its energy consumption may increase if the doors are frequently opened or opened for long periods, or if the ambient temperature exceeds the stipulated minimum or maximum levels (see „Product fi che concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33).

Maintaining quality

• To maintain the flavour and freshness of food in the fridge compartment, only place packaged food in the fridge compartment. Use special plastic containers for food or customary films.
• Place the food
  – in the fridge in a way that allows the air to circulate freely. Do not cover the shelves with paper or anything similar.
  – somewhere that is not directly against the rear wall. Otherwise it may freeze onto the rear wall.

Freezing foods / storing frozen foods

WARNING

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of the appliance may lead to an explosion.

■ Do not store explosive substances or spray cans with flammable propellants inside the appliance, as they may cause ignitable gas-air mixtures to explode.

CAUTION

Health hazard!

Incorrect handling, insufficient cooling or overlapping items can spoil the stored food. This could lead to a risk of food poisoning when consumed.

• In particular, pack raw meat and fish carefully to ensure that adjacent food cannot be contaminated by salmonella or similar bacteria.
  ■ Abide by the storage times recommended by food manufacturers.
  ■ Note that the shelf life of the frozen food may be shortened due to a rise in the temperature inside the appliance (from defrosting, cleaning or power failure).
  If there is a power failure, the frozen food may remain sufficiently cold for some time (see „Product fi che concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33). In case of prolonged power failure or malfunction of the appliance, remove the stored frozen food from the appliance and store it in a sufficiently cool place or in another refrigerating appliance.
  ■ After a malfunction, check whether the stored food is still edible. Consume thawed and defrosted foods immediately, do not refreeze.

Risk of injury!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury. Risk of burns caused by low temperatures.

■ The food and the inside walls of the freezer compartment have a very low temperature. Never touch them with wet hands. This can cause injury to the skin. Skin damage can occur even with dry skin.
■ Let ice cubes or ice lollies thaw a little before eating, do not put into your mouth straight from the freezer area.

If there is not enough space within the drawers of the fridge compartment, can remove the drawers.

Freezing food

Freezing means reducing the core temperature of fresh, room-temperature food to frozen as quickly as possible – for best results “flash-frozen”. If not cooled quickly enough, the food will be “killed by frost”, i.e. the structure will be destroyed. A constant storage temperature of -18^ C is needed to maintain the food’s consistency, taste and nutritional value.

Preparing the food

• Only freeze high quality food.
• Freeze fresh and prepared food dry and unseasoned. Unsalted foods are more durable.
• Allow prepared food to cool before freezing. This not only saves power, but also prevents excessive frost formation in the freezer area.
• Carbonated drinks are not suitable for freezing because the carbon dioxide escapes during freezing.

Suitable packaging

Packaging is important when freezing. This will protect against oxidation, penetration by microbes, transfer of odours and flavourings and drying out (freezer burn).

• Only use packaging material that is strong, impermeable to air and liquid, not too stiff and labelled. It should be designated as suitable for freezer use.
• Use plastic clips, rubber bands or adhesive tapes to seal.

Portions

• Use flat portions as much as possible; these freeze through to the core faster.
• Expel the air from the freezer bag as this causes the contents to dry out and takes up space.
• Fill liquid containers no more 34 full, because liquids expand when frozen.
• Do not store glass or metal containers containing liquids such as water, lemonade, beer, etc. Water expands when frozen and may burst the container.
  Only high percentage alcohol (from 40% volume) should be frozen; make sure that it is tightly sealed.
• Label the frozen food by type, quantity, amount and expiry date. Use waterproof marker pens or adhesive labels wherever possible.

How to pack the freezer properly

Freezing smaller quantities

Once the freezer temperature is -18^ C, you can freeze fresh, room-temperature foods.

Maximum freezing capacity

Adhere to the maximum freezing capacity. You will find information about “Freezing capacity in kg/24 hours” in the data sheet on page GB-33.

Keep fresh goods out of contact with existing frozen foods as they could start to thaw. If contact with stored food can not be avoided, we recommend that you create a cold reserve in the freezer before freezing the fresh goods.

The temperature in the freezer briefly rises after placing fresh goods inside. After 24 hours, the goods are frozen to the core.

Storing frozen food

The deep-freeze chain must not be broken between the manufacturer and your freezer. The temperature of the frozen food must always be at least -18^ C.

Therefore, do not buy any goods that

• are in frosty, over-icy chests.
  – are stacked above the stipulated high-load marker.
  – partially clumped (particularly easy to identify with berries and vegetables).
  – have snow and juice traces.

Transport frozen foods in special styrofoam boxes or insulated bags.

Observe the storage conditions and times on the packaging.

Defrosting food

Observe the following basic rules when defrosting food:

• To defrost food, remove it from the freezer and let it defrost at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
  – Always defrost meat, poultry and fish in the refrigerator. Make sure that the frozen food is not immersed in its own thawing liquid.
• To defrost food quickly, use the defrost function on your microwave, for example.
  Observe the manufacturer's instructions and note that bacteria and germs can form in this way.

– If you only want to defrost part of a pack, remove the portion you need and immediately close the rest of the pack. In this way, you will avoid “freezer burn” and will reduce ice formation on the remaining foods.

Cook or use thawed foods as soon as possible. Dispose of the defrosting liquid.

Preparing ice cubes

CAUTION

Health hazard!

Eating ice cubes which have been prepared using impure or standing water can damage health. Incorrect handling can lead to risks of causing food poisoning.

■ Use only fresh drinking water to make ice cubes.

- Fill the supplied ice cube container to the 3/4 level with fresh drinking water and place it horizontally in the freezer compartment.

The ice cubes are best removed by bending the ice cube container slightly

or holding it under running water for a short while.

Care and maintenance

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Before cleaning, unplug the mains plug from the socket or isolate/un-screw the fuse.
■ When pulling out the mains plug, always take hold of the mains plug itself and never the mains cord.

CAUTION

Risk of injury!

Dangers for children and people with limited physical, sensory or mental capacity!

■ Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by unsupervised children.

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

The surfaces and appliance parts can be damaged through improper handling.

■ Never use harsh, granular, soda, acid, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners. These attack the plastic surfaces. All-purpose cleaners with a neutral pH are recommended.
■ Door seals and plastic parts are sensitive to oil and grease. Remove contaminants as quickly as possible.
■ Only use soft cloths.

Checking and cleaning door seals

The door seals must be checked regularly so that no air can enter the appliance.

1. To test them, clamp a thin piece of paper in various places. The paper should be difficult to pull through at all points.
2. If the seal is not uniform everywhere: Warm the seal in the appropriate places in front of you with a hair dryer and pull it out with your fingers.
3. Only clean dirty seals with clean water.

Clean exterior

• Painted surfaces
  Use only light pH-neutral soapy water.
  – Stainless steel surfaces
  Use special stainless steel cleaner from a specialist shop. Never use polish.

Cleaning the reverse side

Remove dust and clean the back of the appliance and the compressor once or twice a year.

- Carefully brush the reverse side of the appliance and the compressor with a soft brush.

Defrosting and cleaning the inner compartment

The fridge compartment does not need to be defrosted as it is equipped with an automated thawing function. Frost and ice are automatically defrosted and the thaw water is collected in a thaw water container on the reverse side of the appliance. The thaw water evaporates as a result of the heat generated by the motor.

To defrost the freezer compartment, first create accumulated refrigeration. To do this, set the temperature controller (11) to "7" for at least 3 hours prior to defrosting.

The deep frozen food will now not defrost as quickly.

WARNING

Danger of explosion!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to defl agration or explosion!

■ Never use defrosting sprays. They can generate explosive gases.

CAUTION

Risk of damages

■ Defrost the appliance in a timely manner, before it forms a layer of ice and frost of more than 4 mm. Excessive ice formation increases power consumption and the freezer compartment door may no longer close tightly.

- Do not use any means other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up defrosting. For example, do not use any electric heating equipment, knives or devices with an open flame such as a candle. The thermal insulation and the interior walls are scratch- and heat-sensitive and can melt.

If possible, defrost the freezer compartment in winter when the outside temperature is low. You can then store the food on the balcony (or similar) while defrosting.

Alternatively, you can wrap up the frozen food in a thick layer of newspaper and store it in a cool room or insulated bag.

1. Set the temperature controller (11) to "0".

2. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

3. Remove the frozen food from the freezer.

4. Ensure that your food is kept cool enough. If you haven't got the opportunity to store the frozen food in another freezer in the meantime, wrap it up in a thick layer of newspaper and store it in a cool room or in an insulated bag while it is defrosting.

5. Remove the drawers from the freezer compartment. Wash them in warm water with washing up liquid and dry thoroughly.

6. To accelerate defrosting, place a bowl of hot, but not boiling, water in the freezer compartment. This will accelerate the defrosting process.

7. Leave the door open while defrosting and place a cloth in front of the appliance to catch thaw water which may come out.

The defrosting time depends on the thickness of the ice layer. Experience dictates that it is possible to start cleaning after approx. 1 hour.

1. To clean the fridge compartment, remove the vegetable drawer (6), (7) and (10) the glass shelves.

To remove the glass shelves, lift them slightly at the back and then pull them out of the guide rail.

1. In order to remove the door shelves, simply pull them upwards out of the holders.

2. Clean all of the parts in lukewarm soapy water. Then dry everything thoroughly.

3. Wash the interior with warm water and washing up liquid.

When wiping clean, add a few drops of vinegar to the water to prevent mould from forming.

Wipe the appliance's interior dry.

(12) (8)

1. The defrost water drain (8) can be found on the reverse side of the refrigerator area above the vegetable drawer. Clean it regularly with the cleaning tool (12).
2. Only clean the door seals with clean water; they are sensitive to oil and fat.
3. Replace the glass shelves, the drawers and the door shelves.
4. Return the food to the fridge or freezer compartment.
5. Plug the mains plug back into the socket and turn the temperature controller (11) to level "7".
6. As soon as the freezer compartment has reached -18 ^ , turn the temperature controller back to the usual position.

Interior light

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Do not remove the cover from the interior lighting.
■ Do not attempt to replace the interior lighting.

Maintenance-free LEDs are used as lights. If the interior light does not work, please contact our customer service department (see page GB-31).

Start-up

Before starting to use the appliance

- Please read chapter "Safety" from page GB-5 and all the safety notices.

Unpacking and setup

WARNING

Risk of suffocation!

Children can become entangled in the packaging fi lm or swallow small parts and suffocate.

■ Do not allow children to play with the packaging fi lm.
■ Prevent children from taking small parts out of the accessory bag and putting them in their mouths.

CAUTION

Risk of injury!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in injury.

■ The appliance is heavy and bulky. Ask another person to help with moving and installation.
■ Do not pull or lift the appliance by the doors or door handles.
■ Bases, drawers, doors, etc. must not be used as steps or for support purposes.

Dangers from the refrigerant!

Improper use of the appliance may lead to injury or damage to health.

- Do not damage the refrigeration circuit, for example by piercing the refrigerant channels of the condensate

vaporiser with sharp objects, cutting off the tubing, etc.

■ Refrigerant is flammable when spurting out and can damage the eyes. In this case, rinse your eyes in clean water and seek medical assistance immediately.

! NOTICE

Risk of damage!

Improper handling of the appliance may result in damage.

■ If possible, do not tilt the cooling appliance horizontally.
■ Do not use sharp or pointed objects to unpack it.
■ When unpacking the appliance, never damage the insulation material on the back of the appliance.

The appliance may not operate properly if exposed to low ambient temperatures for extended periods of time. This can then lead to an increase in temperature inside the appliance.

■ Always abide by the prescribed ambient temperature (see „Product fi che concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33).

– Unpack the appliance and remove all packaging, plastic moulding, adhesive strips, protective film and foam padding from the inside, outside and back of the appliance.
- Place the appliance on as flat and as firm a base as possible. Adhere to the prescribed minimum distances (see next page).

C A B

D F G G H E l

Space required according to the appliance dimensions
A: 1760 mm B: 550 mm
C: 100 mm D: 633 mm
E: 1160 mm F: 70 mm
G: 100 mm H: 135°
1: 938 mm

• Make sure that the ambient temperatures match the climate class of the appliance (see „Product fiche concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33).
• Suitable locations are dry, well-ventilated areas that are cool if possible.
• Unsuitable locations are ones with direct sunlight or which are directly next to an oven, hob or radiator.

• If underfloor heating is installed at the setup location, place the cooling appliance on an insulation plate made from solid material.

• Check the position of the appliance with a spirit level.

(4) (4)

1. Level out any unevenness on the ground using both of the front screw feet (4).
2. Tilt the appliance backwards slightly and screw/unscrew the screw feet.
3. Repeat the adjustment until the appliance is upright and secure. The appliance should not wobble when opening the doors.

Attaching the door handles

Please now attach the door handles to the fridge and freezer doors as desired.

(14)

1. Loosen the screws (14) situated on the sides of the doors using a Phillips screw-driver.

(15) (16) (17) (18)

1. Affix the larger handle (14) to the fridge door (15) using the screws (16), and attach the smaller handle (17) to the freezer door (18).

Cleaning before use

In order to remove the odour which is present in all new appliances, wipe the fridge and freezer compartment out prior to first use with a solution made from 100 ml vinegar and 200 ml water. Then wipe it out with clean water and dry all of the parts off afterwards.

Electrical connections

WARNING

Risk of electric shock!

Touching live parts may result in severe injury or death.

■ Do not operate or continue to operate the appliance, if
– it shows visible signs of damage, e.g. the power cord is defective,
– it starts smoking or there is a smell of burning,
- it makes unfamiliar noises.

In such cases, pull out the mains plug or unscrew/isolate the fuse and contact our service department (see page GB-31).

■ Do not connect to a timer or a separate remote-controlled system for distance monitoring and control.
■ If the mains plug is no longer accessible after installation, an all-pole disconnecting device complying with overvoltage category III must be connected to the house wiring with a contact gap of at least 3 mm; this includes fuses, circuit breakers and contactors.

- Do not kink or pinch the mains cord or lay it over sharp edges. This can result in a break in the cable.

CAUTION

Fire hazard!

Improper handling of the appliance can lead to fire and property damage.

■ Only connect the appliance to a properly installed and earthed electric socket. Do not connect to a multi-socket extension cable or a multi-socket plug.

NOTICE

Risk of damage!

If the appliance has been transported horizontally, lubricant from the compressor may make its way into the cooling circuit.

■ If possible, do not tilt the cooling appliance horizontally.
- Allow the appliance to stand upright for approx. 2 hours after transport and before connecting. This allows the lubricant enough time to flow back into the compressor.

- Insert the mains plug into an easily accessible and properly installed socket (220–240 V\~ / 50 Hz).

You will find all important information operation from page GB-11.

Changing the door hinges

Depending on the space conditions, you can change the direction of the door hinges on your appliance. This work, however, requires you to have a certain degree of craftsmanship skills. Please read the following steps completely before commencing work.

In addition to the package contents, you will need:

• a medium-sized slot screwdriver and Phillips screwdriver;
• a size 8 and size 10 spanner;
• pliers.

Removing the doors and hinges

1. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

(15) (16) (17) (18)

1. Unscrew the handles (15) and (17) from the doors (16) and (18).

(19)(19) (20)

1. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, lift out the protective covers (19) found on the appliance cover.

(21) (20) (21)

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the retaining screws (21) before removing the appliance cover (20).

(22) (23) (16)

1. Unscrew the 3 screws (22) located on the upper hinge (23).
2. Open the fridge door (16), remove it and place it to one side.
3. Remove the upper hinge (23).

(24) (25)

1. Unscrew the middle hinge (24) and remove it. Pay attention to the plastic discs (25). These must later be repositioned correctly in the same place.

(18)

1. Open the freezer door (18), remove it and place it to one side.
   

(26) (4)

1. Tilt the unit slightly backwards against a wall so that the lower hinge (26) is accessible.
2. Remove the screw feet (4) on both sides.
3. Unscrew the hinge (26).

Preparing the doors and hinges for repositioning

(27) (26)

1. Reposition the hinge pin (27) belonging to the hinge (26) as displayed above.
   

(28) (26)

1. Move the screw(28) to the opposite side.
2. Screw the lower hinge back onto (26)the opposite side. Replace the screw feet (4).

(29)

1. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, turn the two dummy plugs (29) until the slits are in a vertical position, at which point they can be removed.
2. Then reposition the dummy plugs (29) on the opposite side, and turn them using a flat-tip screwdriver until the slits are in a horizontal position.

(30)

1. Reposition the two dummy plugs (30) on the upper-facing side of the freezer door (18) on the opposite side.

(23) (31)

1. Unscrew the hinge pin (31) belonging to the upper hinge (23) with the help of pliers, and then re-screw it into the other side of the hinged plate.

Replacing the doors and hinges

1. Reinsert the freezer door (18).

(25)

1. Reinsert the middle hinge (24) into the new position. Pay close attention to the plastic discs (25). Screw the middle hinge (24) tight.
2. Replace the fridge door (16) and close it.

(23) (22)

1. Replace the upper hinge (23) and screw it tight using the screws (22) provided.
2. Check whether the doors are easy to open and close. You can adjust it slightly afterwards by rearranging the plastic discs (25) differently.

(19) (20) (21)

1. Screw the appliance cover (20) in place using the screws (21), and replace the protective covers (19).

(15) (16) (17) (18)

1. If you wish, affix the handles (15) and (17) again to the fridge door (16) and freezer door (18) using the screws (14).

This is the final step in changing the direction in which the door closes.

Troubleshooting table

Malfunctions can occur in all electrical appliances. This does not necessarily mean there is a defect in the appliance. For this reason, please check the tables to see if you can correct the malfunction.

WARNING

Risk of electric shock in case of improper repair!

Never try to repair a defective or suspected defective appliance yourself. You can put your own and future users' lives in danger. Only authorised specialists are allowed to carry out this repair work.

Problem Possible cause Solutions, tips, explanations
Compressor off, interior light off.	No electricity to socket. Check the socket with another appliance.
	Mains plug is loose. Check the tightness of the mains plug.
Compressor off, interior light on.	The temperature controller (11) is set to “0”.	Turn the temperature controller to a higher position (see „Setting the temperature“ on page GB-11).
	Desired temperature has been reached.	Further cooling not required. When the inside temperature rises, the compressor automatically turns on.
Appliance cools too quickly.	The temperature controller is set at too high a level.	Select a lower setting (see „Setting the temperature“ on page GB-11).
The appliance doesn’t cool sufficiently.	The temperature controller is set at too low a level.	Select a higher setting (see „Setting the temperature“ on page GB-11).
	Door not tightly closed or door seal is not completely tight.	See “Checking and cleaning the door seals” on page GB-18.
	The appliance is near a heat source.	Place insulation plate between the appliances or change location.
	Food has been stored warm.	Only store cooled foods.
	Too many goods frozen.	Maintain maximum freezing capacity (see „Product fiche concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33).
	Thick ice layer in the freezer area.	Defrost the freezer area (see page GB-18).
	Ambient temperature too low or too high.	Adjust the ambient temperature to the climate category (see „Product fiche concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010“ on page GB-33).
	Compressor seems defective.	Set the temperature controller to “7”. If the compressor does not switch on within an hour, please contact our service department (see page GB-31).
Appliance is making a noise.	Operating noises are functional and are not a sign of malfunction.	Humming: Refrigeration unit is running.
		Flowing noise: Refrigerant is flowing through the pipes.
		Clicking: Compressor is switching on or off.
	Disturbing noises. Check that	it is stable.
		Remove any objects from the appliance.
		Remove any foreign matter from the back of the appliance.
Water has accumulated in the fridge compartment at the bottom.	Thaw water drain above the vegetable drawer is blocked.	Unblock the thaw water drain with the help of the supplied cleaning tool.

Service

In order for us to help you quickly, please tell us:

Name of appliance Colour Model Article number
hanseatic Fridge-freezer	white HKGK	17455 A2W 3154 7621
	stainless steel	HKGK 17455 A2I 86399431

Advice, order and complaint

Please contact your mail order company's customer service centre if

– the delivery is incomplete,
– the appliance is damaged during transport,
– you have questions about your appliance,
- a malfunction cannot be rectified using the troubleshooting table,
– you would like to order further accessories.

Repairs and spare parts

Customers in Germany

- Please contact our technical service: Telephone [phone] (landline 20 cents/call, mobile max. 60 cents/call)

Customers in Austria

- Please contact your mail order company's customer service centre or product advice centre.

Please note: You are responsible for the condition of the appliance and its proper use in the household. If you call out for customer service due to an operating error, you will incur charges, even during the guarantee/warranty period. Damage resulting from non-compliance with this manual unfortunately cannot be recognised.

Environmental protection

Disposing of old electrical devices in an environmentally-friendly manner

Electrical appliances contain harmful substances as well as valuable resources.

Every consumer is therefore required by law to dispose of old electrical appliances at an authorised collection or return point. They will thus be made available for environmentally-sound, resource-saving recycling.

You can dispose of old electrical appliances free of charge at your local recycling centre.

Please contact your dealer directly for more information about this topic.

CAUTION

Fire hazard!

Cooling appliances, which contain refrigerants and gases in the cooling systems and insulation, have to be properly disposed of. Refrigerant leakage may cause a fire hazard.

■ Until the point of proper disposal, ensure that none of the cooling fins or tubes on a cooling appliance are damaged.

Our contribution to the protection of the ozone layer

100% CFC and HFC-free refrigerants and foaming agents were used in this appliance. This protects the ozone layer and reduces the greenhouse effect.

Our packaging is made of environmentally-friendly, recyclable materials:

– Outer packaging made of cardboard
– Moulded parts made of foamed, CFC-free polystyrene (PS)
– Films and bags made of polyethylene (PE)
– Tension bands made of polypropylene (PP)
- Saving energy also protects against excessive global warming. Your new appliance uses little energy due to its environmentally friendly insulation and technology.

If you would like to dispose of the packaging, please dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way.

Product fiche concerning Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010

Trade mark	hanseatic
Model identifier	31547621 / HKGK17455A2W86399431 / HKGK17455A2I
Category of the household refrigerating appliance model	7, Refrigerator-freezer
Energy efficiency class on a scale from A+++ (most efficient) to D (least efficient)	A++
Energy consumption 194 kWh per year, based on standard test results for 24 hours. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located
Storage volumeRefrigeratorFreezer / Star rating	205 L68 L / 4 star
Power cutsafe	15 h
Freezing capacity	3 kg / 24 h
Climate class: N,ST . This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature between +10 °C and +38 °C.
Airborne acoustical noise emissions	42 dB(A) re 1 pW
Built-in appliance	nc

The values indicated above have been measured under standardised laboratory conditions pursuant to EN 62552.

Technical specifications

Item number	31547621, 86399431
Name of appliance	Refrigerator-freezer
Model identifier	HKGK17455A2WHKGK17455A2I
Device measurements (Height × Width × Depth with connections)	176,0 cm × 55,0 cm × 58,0 cm
Unloaded weight	48 kg
Refrigerant	R600a
Filling capacity refrigerant	70 g
Foaming agent	Cyclopentane
Rated power 1	00 W
Supply voltage / frequency / rated current	220 - 240 V / 50 Hz / 0,7 A
Protectib n class	I