KVO482 - Fridge ETNA - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Etna
Model	KVO482
Category	Refrigerator
Product type	Refrigerator with freezer compartment (top freezer)
Installation type	Built-in or freestanding
Electrical supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Climate class	N, ST, T (according to rating plate)
Refrigerant	R600a (isobutane)
Number of freezer stars	4 stars
Main functions	Adjustable thermostat, fast freezing, automatic defrosting of the refrigerator, LED interior light, ice cube tray
Defrosting	Automatic for the refrigerator, manual for the freezer if necessary
Lighting	LED bulb (replacement by after-sales service only)
Child safety	Door closure (not specified), safety instructions to prevent entrapment
Materials	Steel, plastic, glass (shelves)
Provided accessories	Vegetable bin, adjustable door bins, egg tray, ice cube tray
Built-in compatibility	Yes, with separate installation guide

Frequently Asked Questions - KVO482 ETNA

What is the total capacity of the Etna KVO482 refrigerator?

The exact capacity is not specified in the manual. For a standard model of this category, it is generally between 200 and 300 liters. Consult the rating plate for more details.

How to adjust the refrigerator temperature?

Use the thermostat knob (A) located inside. Turn it clockwise to position 3 for a medium temperature. Higher numbers (towards 5) correspond to lower temperatures. STOP position to turn off.

How to activate the fast freezing function?

Activate the function 8 hours before freezing fresh food by turning the knob to the fast freezing position (usually a symbol or position 5). Deactivate it after a maximum of 24 hours to save energy.

What to do if water is flowing from the refrigerator?

This indicates that the drain hole is blocked. Clean it with a plastic straw. If excessive frost has formed, manually defrost the appliance.

How to clean the interior of the refrigerator?

Turn off and unplug the appliance. Use a soft cloth with warm vinegar water. Do not use abrasive detergents. For plastic surfaces, avoid alcohol. Dry thoroughly before restarting.

The refrigerator is making an unusual noise, is this normal?

Compressor and fluid circulation noise is normal. If the noise is loud, check that the appliance is level and does not touch furniture. Noises temporarily increase when opening the door frequently or after placing hot food inside.

How to defrost the freezer?

The refrigerator defrosts automatically, but the freezer requires manual defrosting when the frost layer reaches 2-3 mm. Turn off the appliance, remove food, leave the door open, and collect the water. Do not use sharp objects.

Can I change the door opening direction?

Yes, changing the door opening direction is possible. Detailed instructions are provided in a separate installation guide. It is recommended to call a certified installer.

What to do in case of a power outage?

Do not open the freezer door. Food will remain frozen for the temperature rise time indicated (usually several hours). If the outage lasts longer, transfer the food to another freezer or consume it quickly.

How to dispose of the appliance at the end of its life?

Do not throw it away with household waste. Take it to an approved recycling center or contact your municipality. Before that, unplug it, cut the power cable, and remove the door to prevent any risk of entrapment.

USER MANUAL KVO482 ETNA

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Installation et raccordement

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Your fridge with freezer compartment

Introduction 4

Link to the EU EPREL database 4

Safety instructions 5

Before using the appliance for the first time

Before you use the appliance for the first time 11

Energy-saving advice 11

Installation and connection

Selecting the location 12

Connecting the appliance 13

Building the appliance into a cupboard 13

Description of the appliance

Appliance 14

Operating the appliance

Operation 16

Fast freezing 17

Storing and freezing food

Recommended distribution 18

Avoid contamination of food 19

Storing fresh food in the refrigerator 19

Freezing and storing foods in the freezer 20

Thawing frozen food 21

CONTENTS

Maintenance

Defrosting the appliance 22

Cleaning the appliance 23

Troubleshooting

24

Information about appliance noise

25

Environmental aspects

Disposal of packaging and appliance 26

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Important information

Tip

Warning; risk of fire / flammable materials

Introduction

We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing our appliance. We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use.

The appliance is intended solely for household use.

The lower part is the refrigerator compartment intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0^ C.

The upper part is the freezer compartment intended for freezing fresh food and long-term storage of frozen food (up to one year, depending on the type of food). This compartment is labeled with four stars / asterisks.

These instructions for use explain how you can make best use of this appliance. These instructions contain information about the operation of the appliance and background information that may be of help to you during its use.

Read the safety instructions before using the appliance!

Read these instructions thoroughly before you first use the appliance, and keep the instructions for future use.

A section of the installation instructions is supplied separately.

Link to the EU EPREL database

The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the registration of this 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 possible to find information related to the performance of the product in the EU EPREL database using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you can find on the rating plate of the appliance.

For more detailed information about the energy label, visit www.theenergylabel.eu.

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible if an incorrect installation and use causes injuries and damages. Always keep the instructions with the appliance for future reference.

Safety of children and vulnerable people

• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Keep all packaging away from children.

For European markets only

• 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.

General safety

• The lamp in this household appliance is only suitable for illumination of this appliance. The lamp is not suitable for household room illumination.
• WARNING! This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  – farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments;
• catering and similar non-retail applications.
• WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• WARNING! Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING! Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance.
• WARNING! Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Only use neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.
• WARNING! Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• WARNING! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Installation

• WARNING! This appliance should only be connected by a registered installer.
• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Obey the installation instruction supplied with the appliance.
• Always be careful when you move the appliance because it is heavy. Always wear safety gloves.
• Make sure the air can circulate around the appliance.
• Wait at least 4 hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply. This is to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
• Do not install the appliance close to radiators or cookers, oven or hobs.
• Do not install the appliance where there is direct sunlight.
• Do not install this appliance in areas that are too humid or too colds, such as the construction appendices, garages or wine cellars.
• When you move the appliance, lift it by the front edge to avoid scratching the floor.
• WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

Electrical connection

• WARNING! Risk of fire and electrical shock.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• All electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.
• Make sure that the electrical information on the rating plate agrees with the power supply. If not, contact an electrician.
• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the electrical components (e.g. mains plug, mains cable, compressor). Contact the Service or an electrician to change the electrical components.
• The mains cable must stay below the level of the mains plug.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• If a stationary appliance is not fitted with a supply cord and a plug, or with other means for disconnection from the supply mains having a contact separation in all poles that provide full disconnection under overvoltage category III conditions, the means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules. Using an omnipolar switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm fitted in the supply cable will fulfill this requirement.

Use

• WARNING! Risk of injury, burns, electrical shock or fire.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• Do not put electrical appliances (e.g. ice cream makers) in the appliance unless they are stated applicable by the manufacturer.
• Be careful not to cause damage to the refrigerant circuit. It contains isobutene (R600a), a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility. This gas is flammable.
• If damage occurs to the refrigerant circuit, make sure that there are no flames and sources of ignition in the room. Ventilate the room.
• Do not let hot items to touch the plastic parts of the appliance.
• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
• Do not touch the compressor or the condenser. They are hot.

Care and cleaning

• WARNING! Risk of injury or damage to the appliance.
• Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• This appliance contains hydrocarbons in the cooling unit. Only a qualified person must do the maintenance and the recharging of the unit.
• Regularly examine the drain of the appliance and if necessary, clean it. If the drain is blocked, defrosted water collects in the bottom of the appliance.

Disposal

• WARNING! Risk of injury or suffocation
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.
• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
• Remove the door to prevent children and pets to be closed inside of the appliance.
• The refrigerant circuit and the insulation materials of this appliance are ozone friendly.
• The insulation foam contains flammable gas. Contact your municipal authority for information on how to discard the appliance correctly.
• Do not cause damage to the part of the cooling unit that is near the heat exchanger.

Before you use the appliance for the first time

Do not connect the appliance to the mains until you have carefully read the instructions for the correct and safe use of the appliance. As these instructions are for various types and models, it is possible that the instructions for use refer to settings or parts that are not available on your appliance. We recommend that you keep these instructions for future use. If you sell the appliance, enclose them with the appliance.

Inspect the appliance for damage and/or irregularities. If the appliance is damaged, contact the store that sold you the appliance.

Allow the appliance to stand upright for at least 4 hours before you connect the appliance to the mains. This reduces the risk of malfunctions resulting from transport effects on the refrigerant unit.

Before using the appliance for the first time, the interior and all internal accessories should be cleaned with lukewarm water and a neutral cleaning agent. Wipe the cleaned parts with a cloth with clean water and then dry them thoroughly.

If you use the appliance for the first time, do not put food into the appliance until the temperature has decreased to the set temperature.

Energy-saving advice

• Install the appliance as stated in the instructions for use.
- Do not open the door more than necessary.
- Never cover or obstruct the ventilation openings.
- Replace a door seal that is damaged or no longer seals properly as quickly as possible.
- Store food in well-sealed containers or suitable packaging.
- Allow food to cool to room temperature before you put it in the appliance.
- Defrost food in the refrigerator compartment.
- Defrost a conventional freezer once a layer of about 2 to 3 millimetres of frost or ice has formed on the inside.
- Space the shelves evenly in the refrigerator compartment. Place the food so that the air can circulate freely in the appliance (follow the recommendations for the location of foods enclosed in the instructions).
- When the appliance is equipped with a fan then make sure that the ventilation openings are kept clear.
- The lower the set temperature, the higher the power consumption.

Selecting the location

• Do not place the appliance near a source of heat, such as a gas cooker, radiator or boiler, etc., and do not expose it to direct sunlight.
• Place the appliance in a dry and well aired room. The permitted ambient temperature range for the appliance depends on the appliance's climate class, which is shown on the type plate.

Description Class Ambient temperature range °C Relative humidity
Extended temperate SN	+10 to +32		≤75%
Temperate N +16 to +32
Subtropical ST +16 to +38
Tropical T +16 to +43

Do not place the appliance in a room where the temperature can fall below the lowest permitted ambient temperature: the appliance may not work properly!

Do not place the appliance in a room where the temperature can fall below 5 °C : the appliance may become defective!

The appliance is not suitable for outdoor use and may not be exposed to rain.

Place the appliance in a room with a sufficient volume of air. The room must have a volume of at least 1 m^3 of air for every 8 grams of refrigerant. The quantity of refrigerant is shown on the type plate on the inside of the appliance.

• The appliance must be placed at a distance of at least 5 cm from an electrical or gas cooker and at least 30 cm from a radiator or heater. An insulation panel must be fitted when these distances cannot be kept.
• The appliance must be placed at a distance of about 5 cm from the wall, back and sides of a cupboard. A kitchen cupboard above the appliance must have a gap of at least 5 cm between the back of the cupboard and the wall. This is needed to make sure that there is sufficient cooling air for the condenser.
• The plug of the installed appliance must remain accessible!
• The kitchen unit in which the appliance is to be built in must have an opening of at least 200 cm ^2 in its base to allow sufficient air to circulate.

Warning:

An anti-condensation accessory must be installed before built-in appliances are installed next to each other in a cupboard or surround. For safety reasons, this must be installed by a recognized installer!

Connecting the appliance

• Connect the appliance to the power supply with a plug. The socket must be earthed. The nominal voltage and frequency required for the appliance are shown on the appliance's type plate/label with basic information.
• The appliance must be connected to the mains and earthed in accordance with the prevailing standards and regulations. The appliance can withstand small variations in the mains voltage to a maximum of plus or minus 6%.

When you are not going to use the appliance for a longer period then switch it off with the appropriate key and disconnect it from the mains. Empty, defrost and clean the appliance, and leave the door ajar.

Freeze burn hazard

To avoid freeze burn, never put frozen food in your mouth and do not touch frozen food.

In the event of a defect or power cut, do not open the freezer compartment unless the appliance has been out of operation for more than the hours indicated on the appliance's type plate (temperature rise time). After this time, you must either use the frozen food or make sure that it is properly cooled (for example, by transferring it to another appliance).

Building the appliance into a cupboard

Information about building the appliance into a cupboard is enclosed in separate installation instructions.

Appliance

1. Freezer compartment with door
2. Glass shelf
3. Glass shelf on vegetable bin
4. Vegetable bin
5. Thermostat
6. Bottle rack
7. Butter/cheese bin

Appliance interior equipment may change according to the appliance model.

Shelf

You can place the shelf on the guides in the appliance at any height.

It is protected against pulling out.

To change the shelf position:

• Lift the shelf out of the pull-out protection with your hand and pull the shelf all the way towards you.
• Place the shelf at the desired insertion level, push the shelf back to the end of the guides and place it in the pull-out protection.

To remove the shelf from the appliance:

• Lift the shelf out of the pull-out protection with your hand and pull the shelf as far as possible towards you.
• Lift the shelf and pull it further over the guides until the shelf is removed.
  • Perform the steps in reverse order to place it again.

Fruit and vegetable bin

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- The bin is located on the bottom of the refrigerator compartment, below the serving tray. This ensures adequate humidity that has a beneficial effect on the stored fruit and vegetables (slower drying out).

Interior side of the refrigerator door

The bins mounted on the interior side of the refrigerator door are intended for storing cheese, butter, eggs, yoghurt and other smaller packages, tubes, cans, etc. There is a bottle shelf at the lower end of the door.

Adjustable door bin

The bins can be placed at several heights.

To remove the door bin, grasp it on both sides and lift it up.

To fit the door bin, place the bin above the holders and guide it until it is firmly attached to them.

Egg tray

The egg tray can be used for storing eggs in the refrigerator. Place this tray in the door before use.

Ice tray

The ice tray can be used to make ice cubes.

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

Operating the appliance

A. Temperature setting and on/off knob.

Turning the appliance on/off

Turn on: rotate the thermostat knob clockwise towards position 3.

Turn off: rotate the knob back to position STOP (.).

Setting the temperature

Higher settings (towards 5) selected with the knob correspond to lower (cooler) temperatures. The temperature in the refrigerator interior may drop below 0^ C. Only use higher settings when a lower temperature is desired and recommended or when environment temperature is lower than 16^ C. When the environment temperature is normal, a medium setting is recommended.

- A change in the environment temperature affects the temperature in the appliance. Hence, the thermostat setting should be adjusted accordingly.

- When the thermostat knob is set to position STOP (.), the appliance will not operate (cooling system is off); however, the appliance is still powered (a light will illuminate the interior when the refrigerator door is opened).

Fast freezing

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Freezing with intensive freezing function (winter setting)

Activate the intensive freezing function eight hours before freezing fresh food and the freezer will run continuously to provide maximum cooling. The freezing temperature drops and the appliance switches to the lowest temperature. Place the food to be frozen in the freezer quickly. As soon as the food is frozen you must switch off the intensive freezing button (after a maximum of 24 hours).

Performance at low ambient temperature

If the ambient temperature is less than 16 °C , the intensive freezing switch can be used to obtain good performance at low ambient temperature. If the ambient temperature is above 16 °C , the intensive freezing function must be switched off when you do not want to use this function.

Attention

Do not switch on the intensive freezing function unnecessarily. This will save energy.

Recommended distribution

Sections of the refrigeration compartment

• Upper section: canned food, bread, wine and pastas, etc.
- Middle section: dairy products, ready-to-cook meals, desserts, soft drinks, beer and cooked food, etc.
- Lower section: meat, meat products, dairy products.
- Vegetable drawer: vegetables and fresh fruit.

Sections of the door

• Top door compartment: eggs, butter, cheese and sauces, etc.
• Bottom door compartment: drinks, cans and bottles, etc.

Store food that spoils rapidly at the back of a shelf or at the back of the drawer at the lowest temperature.

Caution; storing vegetables with a high water content may lead to condensation on the glass shelves of the vegetable- and fruit drawer: this does not affect the proper functioning of the appliance.

Do not store fruit (bananas, pineapples, papaya, citrus fruits) and vegetables (courgettes, tomatoes, aubergines, cucumber, sweet peppers and potatoes) that are sensitive to low temperatures in the refrigerator.

Freezer compartment (if present)

- For freezing fresh food and to store frozen foods.

Do not store lettuce, eggs, apples, pears, grapes, peaches, yoghurt, buttermilk, sour cream or mayonnaise in the freezer.

Avoid contamination of food

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.
• Regularly clean 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.
• 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.

Storing fresh food in the refrigerator

Important recommendations for storing fresh food

• To ensure the quality of fresh food, it is important that:
  ▶the food is well-packaged;
  ▶the appliance is at the correct temperature;
  ▶the appliance is clean.

• Take good note of the use-by date stated on the food packaging.

- Put food in the refrigerator in sealed containers or in suitable packaging. This will prevent the food from picking up or spreading odours and will keep it dry.

- Do not store flammable, unstable or explosive materials in the refrigerator.

- Store bottles that have been opened upright and close them tightly.

- Some organic solutions, such as essential oils, in the skin of lemons and oranges, and butyric acid, that come into long-term contact with plastics can eat into the material and cause premature ageing.

- A disagreeable odour is an indication that the appliance is not clean or that it contains food that has spoiled (see the chapter ‘Maintenance’).

- Take perishable foods out of the refrigerator when you will be away from home for a longer time.

Freezing and storing foods in the freezer

Important recommendations for freezing fresh food

• The maximum quantity of food that you can put in the freezer in one go is stated on the type plate. Putting more than this maximum quantity of food into the freezer will slow the freezing process and reduce the quality. Moreover, this will also harm the quality of frozen food already stored in the freezer.
• Use only good-quality fresh food that is suitable for freezing.
• Allow hot food to cool to room temperature.
• Food needs to be frozen quickly. It is recommended that you use small packs.
• Use air and watertight packaging to prevent the food from drying out and lose its vitamins.
• Note the type and quantity of the food on the packaging, together with the date on which it was frozen.
• Do not allow fresh food to come into contact with frozen food.

Freezing large quantities of fresh food

• Activate the intensive freezing function 24 hours before you plan to freeze the food.
• As soon as the food is frozen you must switch off the intensive freezing function (after a maximum of 24 hours).

Important recommendations for storing frozen food

• Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the storage and use of frozen food. Take note of the recommended storage temperature and use-by date stated on the packaging.
• Use only food in undamaged packaging that has been stored at a temperature of -18 °C or lower.
• Do not buy food covered in frost. This indicates that the food has thawed or partially thawed several times and, as a result, is of inferior quality.
• Make sure that the food does not thaw during transport. An increase in its temperature will shorten the storage life and harm the quality of the food.

Recommended storage times of frozen food in the freezer

Type of food Storage life
Fruit, beef 10 to 12 months
Vegetables, veal, poultry 8 to 10 months
Venison 6 to 8 months
Pork 4 to 6 months
Finely chopped or minced meat 4 months
Bread, pastas, cooked dishes, whitefish 3 months
Offal 2 months
Smoked sausage, bluefish 1 month

Thawing frozen food

• Thawing is an important step in storing food preserved by freezing. Food must be thawed in the correct way.
• Suitable methods of thawing food are:

▶in the refrigerator;

▶in cold water;

in a microwave or conventional oven with a suitable thaw program.

• Some frozen products can be prepared without needing to thaw them first. The manufacturer will state this on the packaging.
• The food needs to be packed in small portions. In this way the food thaws faster.
• Use partially or completely thawed food as quickly as possible. The bacteria in thawed food are reactivated and the food will spoil rapidly. This applies in particular to fruit, vegetables and ready-made food.
• Do not refreeze partially or completely thawed food.

Defrosting the appliance

Automatic refrigerator defrosting

Refrigerator does not need defrosting because the ice on the back interior wall is thawed automatically.

Any accumulated ice will melt when the compressor unit is inactive. The droplets are collected in a groove/gutter, drained trough a hole, and discharged into a tray in the bottom of the appliance base.

If an excessive layer of ice is formed on the rear wall of refrigerator interior (3-5 mm), switch off the appliance and defrost the appliance manually.

In this case, it is also advisable to empty the condensate tray on the bottom of the appliance.

• Remove the cabinet kickplate.
• Reach into the openings on the switchboard and release the latch.
  • Pull the plate towards you and remove it.
• Remove the condensate tray and empty it.

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Cleaning the appliance

Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the power mains – switch off the appliance (see chapter Switching the Appliance On/Off) and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

- Use a soft cloth to clean all surfaces. Cleaners that contain abrasive substances, acids, or solvents are not suitable for cleaning as they may damage the surface.

Clean the appliance exterior with water or a mild solution of suds. Lacquer-coated and aluminium surfaces may be cleaned with lukewarm water to which you have added a mild detergent. Use of cleaners with low alcohol content is allowed (e.g. window cleaners).

Do not use cleaners containing alcohol for cleaning plastic materials.

Appliance interior can be cleaned with lukewarm water to which you can add some vinegar.

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- A gutter and an opening through which the water from thawed ice flows are located underneath the cooling panel that cools the refrigerator interior. The gutter and the opening may not be clogged. Inspect them often and clean if necessary (e.g. with a plastic straw).

- Frost or ice build-up, 3-5 mm thick, will increase power consumption. Therefore, it should be regularly removed. Do not use any sharp objects, solvents, or sprays.

• To vacuum the dust from the condenser unit:

Remove the cabinet kickplate.

- Reach into the openings on the switchboard and release the latch.

▶Pull the plate towards you and remove it.

▶Pull out the condensate tray.

▶Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the dust from the condenser unit.

Replace the condensate tray and the switchboard by observing the reverse order.

• After cleaning, switch the appliance back on and insert the food.

Problem Cause or remedy
Appliance is connected to the power mains but it does not work.	Make sure there is voltage in the power outlet and that the appliance is switched on.
Cooling system operates continuously for a long period of time.	Too high environment temperature.Door opened too frequently or too long.Door not closed correctly (possible impurities on the seal, misaligned door, damaged seal etc.).Too much fresh food inserted at once.Insufficient compressor and condenser unit cooling. Clean the condenser unit.
Excessive build-up of ice on the back wall of refrigerator interior can be a result of the following.	Door opened too frequently or too long.Warm food placed in the refrigerator.Food in contact with the back interior wall of the refrigerator.Poor door sealing.If the seal is dirty or damaged, clean it or replace it.
Build-up of ice or frost in the freezer interior may be a result of the following.	Door opened too frequently or too long.Door not properly closed.Poor door sealing.If the seal is dirty or damaged, clean or replace it.
Water leaking from the refrigerator.	Clogged water discharge opening or water dripping past the water gutter.Clean the clogged opening, for example using a plastic straw.If a thick layer of ice builds up, defrost the appliance manually (see Defrosting the Appliance).
Door is difficult to open. • If you are trying to open the freezer door after just having closed it, this could be difficult to do.As you open the door, some cool air escapes from the appliance and it is replaced by warm air from the environment. When this air is cooled, negative pressure is generated which results in problems as you try to open the door. After a few minutes, the condition is normalized and the door can be easily opened again.
Replacing the bulb. • This appliance has an LED lamp. This lamp may only be replaced by a service technician. Please contact ETNA Customer Service for more information.

If none of the instructions above fixes your problem, call the nearest authorized service center and state the type, model, and serial number found on the rating plate/label which is located in the appliance interior.

Cooling in refrigerator freezers is made possible by a cooling system that also includes a compressor (and a fan with some appliances), which generates some noise. The level of noise depends on installation, proper use, and age of the appliance.

• After connecting the appliance to the power mains, compressor operation, or the sound of flowing liquid, may be somewhat louder. This is not a sign of malfunction and it will not affect the useful life of the appliance. In time, appliance operation and this noise will become quieter.
• Sometimes, unusual or loud noise may appear during appliance operation; these are mostly the result of improper installation:

The appliance must stand level and stable on a solid base.

The appliance may not be in contact with a wall or adjacent furniture.
Make sure the interior equipment sits firmly in its place and that the noise is not caused by cans, bottles or other containers placed next to each other.

- Due to the higher workload on the cooling system when the door is opened more frequently or for a longer time, when a large amount of fresh food is introduced, or when intensive freezing or cooling functions are activated, the appliance can temporarily generate more noise.

Disposal of packaging and appliance

This appliance is made from sustainable materials. This appliance must be disposed of in a responsible manner at the end of its service life. Contact the local authorities for information about the method.

See also the chapter ‘Disposal’ in the Safety instructions.

The packaging of the appliance is recyclable. The following materials may have been used:

• Cardboard.
  • Polyethylene foil (PE).
  • CFC-free polystyrene (hard PS foam).

These materials must be disposed of in a responsible manner and in accordance with government regulations.

The appliance is marked with a crossed out wheeled bin symbol to draw your attention to the requirement for the separate disposal of domestic electrical appliances. This means that the appliance may not be disposed of in unsorted household waste at the end of its service life. The appliance must be taken to a special municipal waste processing location for separated waste or to a dealer who provides this service.

Collecting and disposing of domestic appliances separately avoids detrimental consequences for humans and the environment. This ensures that the materials used to make the appliance can be recovered and that substantial savings in the use of energy and raw materials can be achieved.

Declaration of conformity

We hereby declare that our products conform to the applicable European Directives, Regulations and requirements, as well as all requirements in the standards to which reference is made.

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The instructions for use can also be found on our website:

www.etna.nl

www.etna.be

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