FSI 3225-93 N - Freezer GRAM - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Freezer
Brand	Gram
Model	FSI 3225-93 N
Defrost Type	No Frost (automatic)
Control Type	Electronic with push buttons
Temperature Setting Range	-18°C to -24°C (in 1°C increments)
Quick Freeze Function	Yes, activates for max 25 hours or until required temperature reached
Door Open Alarm	Yes, sounds after 1 minute
Reversible Doors	Yes
Number of Drawers	3
Ice Cube Tray	Included
Refrigerant	R600a (flammable under certain conditions)
Freezing Capacity	Refer to rating label (not specified in manual)
Climate Class	Not specified
Energy Efficiency Class	Not specified
Adjustable Feet	Yes (front legs)
Cleaning Instructions	Use lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda; avoid abrasive cleaners
Safety Features	Child safety (supervision required), HCA warning, do not damage cooling circuit
Spare Parts & Repairs	Contact GRAM authorized service
Warranty	Refer to warranty card

Frequently Asked Questions - FSI 3225-93 N GRAM

How do I set the temperature on my Gram FSI 3225-93 N freezer?

Press the °C button repeatedly to cycle through temperatures from -18°C to -24°C. The selected temperature will be displayed.

How do I activate the Quick Freeze function?

Press the Quick Freeze button (marked with ✗). The function will run for up to 25 hours or until the required low temperature is reached, then automatically deactivates.

What should I do if the door open alarm sounds?

Press the Alarm Off button to silence the alarm. Close the door properly. The alarm will reactivate after 1 minute if the door remains open.

How does the automatic defrost work?

Your freezer uses No Frost technology. Defrosting is completely automatic; water collects on the compressor tray and evaporates due to compressor heat. No manual intervention required.

How do I clean the freezer interior?

Unplug the freezer. Use a damp cloth with a solution of 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda to 1 pint of water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners or sharp tools.

What should I do if the freezer is not operating?

Check that the freezer is plugged in and the fuse has not blown. If the compressor does not start, wait 6 minutes for pressure equalization. If still not working, contact GRAM service.

Can I reverse the door opening direction?

Yes, the door is reversible. Follow the step-by-step instructions in the manual (numbered diagram) to change the door hinges.

How do I make ice cubes?

Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full with water and place in the freezer. Once frozen, twist the tray to remove cubes. Never use sharp objects to remove ice.

Why is there condensation on the side walls?

Condensation can occur due to high humidity, frequent door opening, or storing uncovered liquids. Reduce door opening time, cover food, and wipe dry. It is normal in humid conditions.

What type of refrigerant does this freezer use?

The freezer uses R600a (isobutane), a flammable refrigerant. Do not damage the cooling circuit. Ensure proper ventilation and keep away from ignition sources.

USER MANUAL FSI 3225-93 N GRAM

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Please read this manual first!

Dear Customer,

We hope that your product, which has been produced in modern plants and checked under the most meticulous quality control procedures, will provide you an effective service.

For this, we recommend you to carefully read the entire manual of your product before using it and keep it at hand for future references.

This manual

• Will help you use your appliance in a fast and safe way.
• Read the manual before installing and operating your product.
• Follow the instructions, especially those for safety.
• Keep the manual in an easily accessible place as you may need it later.
• Besides, read also the other documents provided with your product.
  Please note that this manual may be valid for other models as well.

Symbols and their descriptions

This instruction manual contains the following symbols:

i Important information or useful usage tips.

⚠ Warning against dangerous conditions for life and property.

⚠ Warning against electric voltage.

WARNING!

In order to ensure a normal operation of your refrigerating appliance, which uses a completely environmentally friendly refrigerant the R600a (flammable only under certain conditions) you must observe the following rules:

• Do not hinder the free circulation of the air around the appliance.
• Do not use mechanical devices in order to accelerate the defrosting, others than the ones recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not destroy the refrigerating circuit.
• Do not use electric appliances inside the food keeping compartment, other than those that might have been recommended by the manufacturer.

This product is supplied with the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European Directive 2002/96/EC in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimise its impact on the environment. For further information, please contact your local or regional authorities.

Electronic products not included in the selective sorting process are potentially dangerous for the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances.

1 Your freezer 3

2 Important Safety Warnings

Intended use ....4

General safety 4

Child safety 5

HCA Warning 5

Things to be done for energy saving ..5

3 Installation 6

Points to be considered when re-transporting your refrigerator ......6

Before operating your freezer ......6

Electric connection ....6

Disposing of the packaging .....6

Disposing of your old refrigerator .....6

Placing and Installation 6

Reversing the doors ....7

4 Preparation 8

5 Using your freezer 9

Control panel 9

Freezing 9

Making ice cubes 9

Defrosting 9

6 Maintenance and cleaning 10

Protection of plastic surfaces .....10

7 Recommended solutions for the problems 11

1. Control Panel
2. Flaps
3. Drawers
4. Ice cube tray
5. Front legs

iFigures that take place in this instruction manual are schematic and may not correspond exactly with your product. If the subject parts are not included in the product you have purchased, then it is valid for other models.

2 Important Safety Warnings

Please review the following information. If these are not followed, personal injury or material damage may occur. Otherwise, all warranty and reliability commitments will become invalid.

Intended use

• This product is designed for domestic use.
• It should not be used outdoors. It is not appropriate to use it outdoor even if the place is covered with a roof.

General safety

- When you want to dispose/scrap the product, we recommend you to consult the authorized service in order to learn the required information and authorized bodies.

- Consult GRAM service for all your questions and problems related to the freezer. Do not intervene or let someone intervene to the freezer without notifying the authorized services.

- Do not eat cone ice cream and ice cubes immediately after you take them out of the freezer compartment! (This may cause frostbite in your mouth.)

- Do not put bottled and canned liquid beverages in the freezer compartment. Otherwise, these may burst.

- Do not touch frozen food by hand; they may stick to your hand.

- Vapor and vaporized cleaning materials should never be used in cleaning and defrosting processes of your freezer. In such cases, the vapor might get in contact with the electrical parts and cause short circuit or electric shock.

- Never use the parts on your freezer such as the door as a means of support or step.

- Do not use electrical devices inside the freezer.

- Do not damage the cooling circuit, where the refrigerant is circulating, with drilling or cutting tools. The refrigerant that might blow out when the gas channels of the evaporator, pipe extensions or surface coatings are punctured may cause skin irritations and eye injuries.

- Do not cover or block the ventilation holes on your refrigerator with any material.

- Repairs of the electrical appliances must only be made by qualified persons. Repairs performed by incompetent persons may create a risk for the user.

- In case of any failure or during a maintenance or repair work, disconnect your refrigerator's mains supply by either turning off the relevant fuse or unplugging your appliance.

- Do not pull by the cable when pulling off the plug.

- Place the beverage with higher proofs tightly closed and vertically.

- Flammable items or products that contain flammable gases (e.g. spray) as well as the explosive materials should never be kept in the appliance.

- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, others than those recommended by the manufacturer.

- Do not operate a damaged refrigerator. Consult GRAM service if you have any doubts.

- Electrical safety of your refrigerator shall be guaranteed only if the earth system in your house complies with standards.

- Exposing the product to rain, snow, sun and wind is dangerous with respect to electrical safety.

- Contact the GRAM service when there is a power cable damage and etc. so that it will not create a danger for you.

- Never plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet during installation. Otherwise, risk of death or serious injury may arise.

• This freezer is designed solely for storing food. It should not be used for any other purposes.
• The label that describes the technical specification of the product is located on the inner left part of the freezer.
• Do not hook up the refrigerator to electronic energy saving systems as it may damage the product.
• If the power supply is disconnected in manually controlled refrigerators please wait for at least 5 minutes before reconnecting the power.
• This product manual should be passed to the next owner of the refrigerator if the owner changes.
• When moving the freezer make sure that you do not damage the power cord. In order to prevent fire the power cord should not be twisted. Heavy objects should not be placed on the power cord. When the freezer is being plugged do not handle the power outlet with wet hands.

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• Do not plug the refrigerator if the electric outlet is loose.
• Do not splash water directly on the outer or inner parts of the refrigerator due to safety.
• Do not spray inflammable materials such as propane gas etc. near refrigerator due to the risk of fire and explosion.
• Do not place objects filled with water on top of the refrigerator as it may result in electric shock or fire.

• Do not overload the freezer with excess food. The excess food may fall when the door is opened resulting in injuring you or damaging the freezer. Do not place objects on top of the freezer as the objects may fall when opening or closing the freezer door.

• Materials that require certain temperature conditions such as vaccine, temperature sensitive medicines, scientific materials etc. should not be kept in freezer.

• If refrigerator will not be operated for an extended period of time it should be unplugged. A problem in electrical cable insulation may result in fire.
• The tip of the electric plug should be cleaned regularly otherwise it may cause fire.
• The refrigerator may move when the adjustable feet is not positioned firmly on the floor. Using the adjustable feet you can unsure that the refrigerator is positioned firmly on the floor.
• Do not pull the refrigerator via door handle when moving the product as it may disconnect the handle from the refrigerator.

Child safety

- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

HCA Warning

- Your product is equipped with a cooling system that contains R600a:

This gas is flammable. Therefore, pay attention to not damaging the cooling system and piping during usage and transportation. In the event of damage, keep your product away from potential fire sources that can cause the product catch a fire and ventilate the room in which the unit is placed.

Things to be done for energy saving

• Do not leave the door of your freezer open for a long time.
• Do not overload your freezer so that the air circulation inside of it is not prevented.
• Do not install your freezer under direct sunlight or near heat emitting appliances such as ovens, dishwashers or radiators.
• Pay attention to keep your food in closed containers.

3 Installation

⚠️ Please remember that the manufacturer shall not be held liable if the information given in the user guide is not observed.

Points to be considered when re-transporting your refrigerator

1. Your refrigerator must be emptied and cleaned prior to any transportation.
2. Shelves, accessories, and etc. have to be fastened securely by adhesive tape against any jolt before repackaging.
3. Packaging must be tied with thick tapes and strong ropes and the rules of transportation printed on the package must be followed.

Please do not forget...

That recycled material is an indispensable source for the nature and for our national resources. If you would like to contribute to the recycling of the packaging materials, you can get further information from the environmental bodies or local authorities.

Before operating your freezer

Before starting to use your freezer check the following:
1. The interior of the freezer has to be dry and it is possible for the air to circulate freely at the back of the appliance.
2. Clean the interior of the freezer as recommended in the “Maintenance and cleaning” section.
3. Plug the freezer into the wall outlet.
4. You will hear a noise as the compressor starts up. The liquid and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, even if the compressor is not running and this is quite normal.
5. Front edges of the freezer may feel warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be warm to avoid condensation.

Electric connection

Connect your product to a grounded socket which is being protected by a fuse with the appropriate capacity. Important:

- The connection must be in accordance with national regulations.

- The power cable plug must be easily accessible after installation.

- Extension cords and connector must not be used for connection.

A damaged power cable must be replaced by a qualified electrician.

Disposing of the packaging

The packaging may be dangerous for children. Keep it out of the reach of children or dispose of it by classifying it in accordance with the waste instructions. Do not dispose of it together with the normal household waste.

The packaging of your freezer is made from recyclable materials.

Disposing of your old refrigerator

Dispose of your old refrigerator without harming to the environment.

- You may consult your authorized retailer or the recycling depot in your municipality about the disposal of your refrigerator.

Before disposing of your refrigerator, cut out the electric plug and, if there are any locks on the door, make them inoperable in order to protect children against a ____ ny danger.

Placing and Installation

1. Install your freezer in a place that allows ease of use.
2. There must be appropriate air ventilation around your freezer in order to achieve an efficient operation.
3. Place your freezer on an even floor surface to prevent jolts.
4. Do not keep your freezer in ambient temperatures under 10^ C.

Reversing the doors

Proceed in numerical order.

4 Preparation

i Your refrigerator should be installed at least 30 cm away from heat sources such as hobs, ovens, central heater and stoves and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens and should not be located under direct sunlight.
The ambient temperature of the room where you install your refrigerator should at least be 10^ C. Operating your refrigerator under cooler conditions than this is not recommended with regard to its efficiency.
i Please make sure that the interior of your refrigerator is cleaned thoroughly.
i If two refrigerators are to be installed side by side, there should be at least 2 cm distance between them.
When you operate your refrigerator for the first time, please observe the following instructions during the initial six hours.

• The door should not be opened frequently.
• It must be operated empty without any food in it.
• Do not unplug your refrigerator. If a power failure occurs out of your control, please see the warnings in the “Recommended solutions for the problems” section.

i Original packaging and foam materials should be kept for future transportations or moving.

5 Using your freezer

Control panel

1. On/Off Indicator

Press the On/Off button for 3 seconds to turn off or turn on the freezer. When the freezer is off, the symbol (●) is lit. All the other symbols are turned off.

2. Freezer temperature setting button

Press this button (°C) to set the temperature of the freezer to -18, -19, -20, -21, -22, -23, -24, -18... respectively. Press this button to set the freezer temperature to the desired value.

3. Quick Freeze function button

Press this button (✗) to activate or deactivate the quick freeze function. When you activate the function, the freezer will be cooled to a temperature lower than the set value.

	Use the quick freeze function when you want to quickly freeze the food placed in the freezer. If you want to freeze large amounts of fresh food, activate this function before putting the food into the product.
	If you do not cancel it, Quick Freeze will cancel itself automatically after 25 hours at the most or when the freezer reaches to the required temperature. This function is not recalled when power restores after a power failure.

4. Alarm Off

When the freezer door is opened for 1 minute a sound alarm turns on. Alarm can be turned off by pressing "Alarm Off" (A) button. If you close the door and then open again, "Door open alarm" will be activated again after 1 minute later. In case of sensor failure, the warning icon will lit (A). If the button „Alarm off" is pressed, the warning will be "cleaned".

Freezing

The freezing compartment is marked with ✦*** this symbol. You can use the appliance for freezing fresh food as well as for storing pre-frozen food.

Please refer to the recommendations given on the packaging of your food.

⚠ Attention

Do not freeze fizzy drinks, as the bottle may burst when the liquid in it is frozen. Be careful with frozen products such as coloured ice-cubes. Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your appliance in 24 hours. See the rating label. In order to maintain the quality of the food, the freezing must be effected as rapidly as possible. Thus, the freezing capacity will not be exceeded, and the temperature inside the freezer will not rise. Keep the already deep-frozen food always separated with freshly placed food. When deep-freezing hot food, the cooling compressor will work until the food is completely frozen. If you find the freezer door difficult to open just after you have closed it, don't worry. This is due to the pressure difference which will equalize and allow the door to open normally after a few minutes. You will hear a vacuum sound just after closing the door. This is quite normal.

Making ice cubes

Fill the ice-cube tray 3/4 full with water and place it in the freezer. As soon as the water has turned into ice, you can take out the ice cubes. Never use sharp objects such as knives or forks to remove the ice cubes. There is a risk of injury!

Defrosting

The NO FROST type defrost is completely automatic. No intervention from your side is required. The water is collected on the compressor tray. Due to the heat of the compressor the water is evaporated.

6 Maintenance and cleaning

⚠️ Never use gasoline, benzene or similar substances for cleaning purposes.
⚠️ We recommend that you unplug the freezer before cleaning.

• Never use any sharp abrasive instrument, soap, household cleaner, detergent and wax polish for cleaning.
• Use lukewarm water to clean the cabinet of your freezer and wipe it dry.
• Use a damp cloth wrung out in a solution of one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water to clean the interior and wipe it dry.
• If your freezer is not going to be used for a long period of time, unplug the power cable, remove all food, clean it and leave the door ajar.
• Check door seals regularly to ensure they are clean and free from food particles.

Protection of plastic surfaces

- Do not put liquid oils or oil-cooked meals in your freezer in unsealed containers as they may damage the plastic surfaces of your freezer. In case of spilling or smearing oil on the plastic surfaces, clean and rinse the relevant part of the surface at once with warm water.

7 Recommended solutions for the problems

Please review this list before calling the service. It might save you time and money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not arising from defective workmanship or material usage. Some of the features described here may not exist in your product.

The refrigerator does not operate.

• Is the refrigerator properly plugged in? Insert the plug to the wall socket.• Is the fuse of the socket which your refrigerator is connected to or the main fuse blown out? Check the fuse.

Condensation on the side wall of the fridge compartment (MULTIZONE, COOL CONTROL and FLEXI ZONE).

• Very cold ambient conditions. Frequent opening and closing of the door. Highly humid ambient conditions. Storage of food containing liquid in open containers.Leaving the door ajar. Switching the thermostat to a colder degree.• Decreasing the time the door left open or using it less frequently.• Covering the food stored in open containers with a suitable material.• Wipe the condensation using a dry cloth and check if it persists.

Compressor is not running.

• Protective thermic of the compressor will blow out during sudden power failures or plug-out plug-ins as the refrigerant pressure in the cooling system of the refrigerator has not been balanced yet. Your refrigerator will start running approximately after 6 minutes. Please call the service if the refrigerator does not startup at the end of this period.• The fridge is in defrost cycle. This is normal for a full-automatically defrosting refrigerator. Defrosting cycle occurs periodically.• Your refrigerator is not plugged into the socket. Make sure that the plug is properly fit into the socket.• Are the temperature adjustments correctly made?• Power might be cut off.

The fridge is running frequently or for a long time.

• Your new product may be wider than the previous one. This is quite normal. Large refrigerators operate for a longer period of time.
• The ambient room temperature may be high. This is quite normal.
• The refrigerator might have been plugged in recently or might have been loaded with food. Cooling down of the refrigerator completely may last for a couple of hours longer.
• Large amounts of hot food might have been put in the refrigerator recently. Hot food causes longer running of the refrigerator until they reach the safe storage temperature.
• Doors might have been opened frequently or left ajar for a long time. The warm air that has entered into the refrigerator causes the refrigerator to run for longer periods. Open the doors less frequently.
• Freezer or fridge compartment door might have been left ajar. Check if the doors are tightly closed.
• The refrigerator is adjusted to a very low temperature. Adjust the refrigerator temperature to a warmer degree and wait until the temperature is achieved.
• Door seal of the fridge or freezer may be soiled, worn out, broken or not properly seated. Clean or replace the seal. Damaged/broken seal causes the refrigerator to run for a longer period of time in order to maintain the current temperature.

Freezer temperature is very low while the fridge temperature is sufficient.

- The freezer temperature is adjusted to a very low temperature. Adjust the freezer temperature to a warmer degree and check.

Fridge temperature is very low while the freezer temperature is sufficient.

- The fridge temperature might have been adjusted to a very low temperature. Adjust the fridge temperature to a warmer degree and check.

Food kept in the fridge compartment drawers are freezing.

- The fridge temperature might have been adjusted to a very low temperature. Adjust the fridge temperature to a warmer degree and check.

Temperature in the fridge or freezer is very high.

The fridge temperature might have been adjusted to a very high degree.Fridge adjustment has an effect on the temperature of the freezer. Change the temperature of the fridge or freezer until the fridge or freezer temperature reaches to a sufficient level.Doors might have been opened frequently or left ajar for a long time; open them less frequently.Door might have been left ajar; close the door completely.Large amount of hot food might have been put in the refrigerator recently. Wait until the fridge or freezer reaches the desired temperature.The refrigerator might have been plugged in recently. Cooling down of the refrigerator completely takes time.

The operation noise increases when the refrigerator is running.

The operating performance of the refrigerator may change due to the changes in the ambient temperature. It is normal and not a fault.

Vibrations or noise.

The floor is not even or it is weak. The refrigerator rocks when moved slowly. Make sure that the floor is strong enough to carry the refrigerator, and level.The noise may be caused by the items put onto the refrigerator. Items on top of the refrigerator should be removed.

There are noises coming from the refrigerator like liquid spilling or spraying.

Liquid and gas flows happen in accordance with the operating principles of your refrigerator. It is normal and not a fault.

There is a noise like wind blowing.

Fans are used in order to cool the refrigerator. It is normal and not a fault.

Condensation on the inner walls of refrigerator.

Hot and humid weather increases icing and condensation. It is normal and not a fault.Doors might have been left ajar; make sure that the doors are closed fully.Doors might have been opened frequently or left ajar for a long time; open them less frequently.

Humidity occurs on the outside of the refrigerator or between the doors.

There might be humidity in the air; this is quite normal in humid weather. When the humidity is less, condensation will disappear.

Bad odour inside the refrigerator.

Inside of the refrigerator must be cleaned. Clean the inside of the refrigerator with a sponge, lukewarm water or carbonated water.Some containers or package materials might cause the smell. Use a different container or different brand packaging material.

The door is not closing.

Food packages may prevent the door's closing. Replace the packages that are obstructing the door.The refrigerator is not completely upright on the floor and rocking when slightly moved.Adjust the elevation screws.The floor is not level or strong. Make sure that the floor is level and capable to carry the refrigerator.

Crispers are stuck.

The food might be touching the ceiling of the drawer. Rearrange food in the drawer.

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