FR FB252XFM0W - Refrigerator Finlux - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Finlux
Model	FR FB252XFM0W
Product Type	Refrigerator with freezer compartment
Overall Dimensions (without handle)	Height: 1800 mm, Width: 540 mm, Depth: 595 mm
Space Required in Use (incl. handle and ventilation)	Height: 1950 mm, Width: 640 mm, Depth: 692.8 mm
Power Supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Refrigerant	R600a (flammable, environmentally friendly)
Cooling Technology	Less Frost Technology (wrap-around evaporator)
Thermostat Settings	1 to 5 (colder); positions for short/long-term storage and freezing
Super Freeze Switch	Yes, for maximum freezing capacity
Winter Switch	Yes, for ambient temperatures below 16°C
Refrigerator Defrost	Automatic (water collected in evaporation tray)
Freezer Defrost	Manual (use plastic scraper, defrost when frost >5 mm)
Interior Light	Replaceable bulb, max 15 W (LED in some models, service required)
Door Reversibility	Not reversible on models with front handles; otherwise contact service
Humidity Controller (Crisper)	Yes (closes to keep fruits/vegetables fresh longer)
Bottle Holder	Yes (prevents slipping and noise)
Ice Tray	Included
Plastic Scraper	Included for frost removal
Cleaning	Bicarbonate of soda solution; do not use abrasive products
Safety Features	Grounded plug (16A), keep ventilation clear, no extension cord
Spare Parts Availability	Minimum 7-10 years for specific components (depending on type)

Frequently Asked Questions - FR FB252XFM0W Finlux

How do I adjust the temperature on my Finlux FR FB252XFM0W fridge?

Rotate the thermostat knob from position 1 (minimum) to 5 (maximum). For short-term storage use 1-2, for long-term storage use 3-4, and for freezing fresh food use 5. After reaching desired temperature, return knob to previous setting.

What should I do if the fridge is not cooling properly?

Check that the appliance is plugged in, the thermostat is not set to 1, doors close properly, condenser is clean, and there is enough space for ventilation. If problem persists, contact authorized service.

How do I defrost the freezer compartment?

Remove frozen food and wrap in newspaper. Place bowls of warm water inside to speed up defrosting. Use the plastic scraper to remove frost. Do not use sharp metal objects. Dry the compartment before restarting.

How do I clean the refrigerator?

Disconnect power. Clean interior with a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water. Clean condenser with a broom at least twice a year. Do not use abrasive products or pour water on electrical components.

How can I save energy with my fridge?

Install in a cool, ventilated place away from heat sources. Allow hot food to cool before placing inside. Thaw frozen food in the fridge compartment. Cover liquids. Avoid frequent or prolonged door openings. Keep door gaskets clean.

Why is my fridge making unusual noises?

Normal noises include compressor motor noise and bubbling from refrigerant flow. If other noises occur, check that the appliance is level, nothing is touching the rear, and objects on top are secure. Short-term noise on startup is normal.

Can I change the door opening direction?

If your model has handles installed on the front, the door direction cannot be changed. For models without handles, contact an authorized service agent to change the opening direction.

How do I replace the light bulb?

Unplug the unit. Press the hooks on the sides of the light cover to remove it. Replace with a bulb of max 15 W. Reattach cover and wait 5 minutes before plugging in. For LED lighting, contact service.

How do I use the ice tray?

Fill the ice tray with water and place it in the freezer compartment. Once the water has turned into ice, twist the tray to release the cubes.

What is Less Frost Technology?

Less Frost Technology uses a wrap-around evaporator for more efficient cooling, reduces manual defrosting, and provides more flexible storage space.

USER MANUAL FR FB252XFM0W Finlux

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Index

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE .... 3

General warnings .... 3

Old and out-of-order fridges ....7

Safety warnings....7

Installing and operating your fridge 8

Before using your fridge freezer ....9

HOW TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE 9

Information on Less Frost Technology....9

Thermostat setting....9

Warnings about temperature adjustments....10

Accessories 11

Ice tray 11

Plastic scraper....11

Bottle holder....11

Humidity Controller 11

FOOD STORAGE IN THE APPLIANCE 12

Refrigerator compartment....12

Freezer compartment 13

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 16

Defrosting 17

Replacing the Light bulb....18

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION 18

Repositioning the door....18

BEFORE CALLING FOR AFTER SALES SERVICE 19

Tips for saving energy 20

PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS ...... 21

Dimensions....23

The operating instructions apply to several models. Differences may therefore occur.

PART - 1. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

General warnings

WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

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

WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING: In order to avoid any hazards resulting from the instability of the appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with the following instructions:

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

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

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WARNING: Risk of fire / flammable materials

- If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this information will be provided on the label of the cooler) you should take care during transportation and installation to prevent the cooler elements from being damaged. R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak due to damage of the cooler elements, move your fridge away from open flames or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

- While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage

the cooler gas circuit.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and domestic applications such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments.

• farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments.
• bed and breakfast type environments;
• catering and similar non-retail applications.

- If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

- A specially grounded plug has been connected to the power cable of your refrigerator. This plug should be used with a specially grounded socket of 16 amperes. If there is no such socket in your house, please have one installed by an authorised electrician.

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

to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given.

- 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.

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

- This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:

- Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.

- Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.

- Store raw meat and fish in suitable 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.

The water dispenser is available

- Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.

Old and out-of-order fridges

• If your old fridge has a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it, because children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident.
• Old fridges and freezers may contain isolation material and refrigerant with CFC or HFC.

Therefore, take care not to harm environment when you are discarding your old fridges.

Please ask your municipal authority about the disposal of the WEEE reuse, recycle and recovery purposes.

Notes:

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
• Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.
• This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic environments and for the specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and our company will not be responsible for losses incurred.
• This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing food. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for losses to be incurred in the contrary case.

Safety warnings

• Do not connect your fridge freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.
• Do not plug in damaged, torn or old plugs.
• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.

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• This appliance is designed for use by adults, do not allow children to play with the appliance or let them hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock.
• Do not place glass bottles or beverage cans in the ice-making compartment as they can burst as the contents freeze.
• Do not place explosive or flammable material in your fridge. Place drinks with high alcohol content vertically in the fridge compartment and make sure that their tops are tightly closed.
• When removing ice from the ice-making compartment, do not touch it. Ice may cause frost burns and/or cuts.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands! Do not eat ice-cream and ice cubes immediately after you have taken them out of the freezer department!

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• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes immediately after you have taken them out of the ice-making compartment.
• Do not cover the body or top of fridge with lace. This affects the performance of your fridge.
• Secure any accessories in the fridge during transportation to prevent damage to the accessories.
• Do not use plug adapter.

Installing and operating your fridge

Before starting to use your fridge freezer, you should pay attention to the following points:

• The operating voltage for your fridge is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
• The plug must be accessible after installation.
• Your fridge freezer may have a smell when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and the smell will fade away when your fridge freezer starts to cool.
• Before connecting your fridge freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

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

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

- We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to ungrounded usage.

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

- Your fridge should never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.

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

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

- Do not place heavy items on the appliance.

- Clean the appliance thoroughly, especially the interior, before use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).

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

- Before using your fridge freezer, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate, then rinse with clean water and dry.

Place all parts in the fridge after cleaning.

- Install the plastic distance guide (the part with black vanes at the rear) by turning it 90^ (as shown in the figure) to prevent the condenser from touching the wall.

- The refrigerator should be placed against a wall with a free space not exceeding 75 mm.

Before using your fridge freezer

- When using your fridge freezer for the first time, or after transportation, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This allows efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.

- Your fridge freezer may have a smell when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and the smell will fade away when your fridge starts to cool.

HOW TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE

Information on Less Frost Technology

Thanks to the wrap around evaporator, LessFrost technology offers more efficient cooling, less manual defrost requirement, and more flexible storage room.

Thermostat setting

The fridge freezer thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the compartments. By rotating the knob from position 1 to 5, colder temperatures can be obtained.

Important note: Do not try to rotate knob beyond 1 position it will stop your appliance.

1 - 2 : For short-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob between the minimum and medium position.
3-4: For long-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob to the medium position.
5: For freezing fresh food. The appliance will work for longer. So, after the desired condition is reached, return the knob to the previous setting.

Super freezing: This switch shall be used as superfreeze switch. For maximum freezing capacity, please turn on this switch before 24 hours placing fresh food. After placing fresh food in the freezer, 24 hours ON position is generally sufficient. In order to save energy, please turn off this switch after 24 hours from placingfresh food.

Winter Switch: If ambient temperature is below 16 °C, this switch shall be used as winter switch and it keeps your fridge above 0 °C while freezer is below -18 °C in low ambiants.

Warnings about temperature adjustments

• It is not recommended that you operate your fridge in environments colder than 10^ in terms of its efficiency.
• Temperature adjustments should be made according to the frequency of door openings and the quantity of food kept inside the fridge.
• Your fridge should be operated up to 24 hours according to the ambient temperature without interruption after being plugged in to be completely cooled. Do not open doors of your fridge frequently and do not place much food inside it in this period.
• A 5 minute delaying function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your fridge, when you take the plug out and then plug it in again to operate it or when an energy breakdown occurs. Your fridge will start to operate normally after 5 minutes.
• Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of stated temperatures value limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

Climate class and meaning:

T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C.

ST (subtropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C.

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

SN (extended temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C.

Accessories

Ice tray

- Fill the ice tray with water and place in freezer compartment. - After the water completely turned into ice, you can twist the tray as shown below to get the ice cube.

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Plastic scraper

After a period of time frost will build up in certain areas in the freezer compartment. The frost accumulated in the freezer should be removed periodically. Use the plastic scraper provided if necessary. Do not use sharp metal objects for this operation. They could puncture the refrigerator circuit and cause irreparable damage to the unit.

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Bottle holder (Only some models)

In order to prevent bottles from slipping or falling over, you can use the bottle holder. This will also help to prevent the noise made by bottles when opening or closing the door.

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Humidity Controller (In some models)

When the humidity controller in the closed position, it allows fresh fruit and vegetables to be stored longer.

In case of the crisper is totally full, the fresh dial is located in front of crisper, should be opened. By means of this the air in the crisper and humidity rate will be controlled and endurance life will be increased.

If you see any condensation on glass shelf, humidity control should be taken into the open positions.

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All written and visual descriptions in the accessories may vary according to the appliance model.

FOOD STORAGE IN THE APPLIANCE

Refrigerator compartment

The refrigerator compartment is used for storing fresh food for a few days.

• Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment. Leave some space around food to allow circulation of air.
• Do not place hot food or evaporating liquid in the refrigerator.
  • Always store food in closed containers or wrapped.
• To reduce humidity and avoid formation of frost, never place liquids in unsealed containers in the refrigerator.
• Meat of all types, wrapped in packages, is recommended to be placed on the glass shelf just above the vegetable bin, where the air is colder.
• You can put fruit and vegetables into the crisper without packaging.
• To avoid cold air escaping, try not to open the door too often, and not leave the door open for a long time.
• For normal working conditions, it will be sufficient to adjust the temperature setting of your refrigerator to +4^ .
• The temperature of the fridge compartment should be in the range of 0-8 °C, fresh foods below 0 °C are iced and rotted, bacterial load increases above 8 °C, and spoils.
• Do not put hot food in the refrigerator immediately, wait for the temperature to pass outside. Hot foods increase the degree of your refrigerator and cause food poisoning and unnecessary spoiling of the food.
• Meat, fish, etc. should be store in the chiller compartment of the food, and the vegetable compartment is preferred for vegetables. (if available)
• To prevent cross contamination, meat products and fruit vegetables are not stored together.
• Foods should be placed in the refrigerator in closed containers or covered to prevent moisture and odors.

Some recommendations have been specified below for the placement and storage of your food in the cooling compartment.

NOTE: Potatoes, onions and garlic should not be stored in the refrigerator.

Food Maximum	Storing time	Where to place in the fridge department
Vegetables and fruits 1	week Vegetable bin
Meat and fish 2 - 3 Days		Wrapped in plastic foil or bags or in a meat container(on the glass shelf)
Fresh cheese 3 - 4 Days	In special door shelf
Butter and margarine 1	week In special door shelf
Bottled products milk and yoghurt	Until the expiry date recommended by the producer	In special door shelf
Eggs 1 month In the egg	shelf
Cooked food All shelves	EN-12-

Freezer compartment

The freezer compartment is used for freezing fresh food and for storing frozen food for the period of time indicated on packaging, and for making ice cubes.

• When freezing fresh food, wrap and seal the food properly; the packaging should be air tight and shouldn't leak. Special freezer bags, aluminum foil (heavy grade, if in doubt double wrap), polythene bags and plastic containers are ideal.
• To get maximum capacity for freezer compartment, please just use glass shelves for upper and middle section. For bottom section, please use lower basket.
• The maximum amount of fresh foods that can be loaded in the freezer within 24 hours is indicated on the name plate (see Freezing Capacity).
• Do not allow the fresh food to be frozen to come into contact with the already frozen food.
  • Always mark the date and the content on the pack and do not exceed the stated storage time.
• In case of a power failure or malfunction, the freezer compartment will maintain a sufficiently low temperature for food storage. However, avoid opening the freezer door to slow down the temperature rise within the freezer compartment.
• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment.
• When purchasing and storing frozen food products, ensure that the packaging is not damaged.
• The storage time and the recommended temperature for storing frozen food is indicated on the packaging. For storing and using, follow the manufacturer's instructions. If no information is provided, food should not be stored for more than 3 months.
• Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it.
• Once the food has thawed, it must not be refrozen; you must cook it as quickly as possible in order to consume or to freeze once again.
• Not that; if you want to open again immediately after closing the freezer door, it will not be opened easily. It's quite normal! After reaching equilibrium condition, the door will be opened easily.

Important note:

• Frozen foods, when thawed, should be cooked just like fresh foods. If they are not cooked after being thawed they must NEVER be re-frozen.
• The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar, assorted spices, ginger, garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.) changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period. Therefore, the frozen food should be added little amount of spices or the desired spice should be added after the food has been thawed.
• The storage period of food is dependent on the oil used. The suitable oils are margarine, calf fat, olive oil and butter and the unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
• The food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and the other food should be frozen in plastic folios or bags.

Meat and fish Preparation	tion	Maximum Storing time (month)
Steak Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8
Lamb meat Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8	8
Veal roast Wrapping in a foil 6 - 8
Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8
Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8
Minced meat In packages without using spices 1 - 3
Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3
Bologna sausage/salami	Should be packaged even if it has membrane
Chicken and turkey Wrapping in a foil 4 - 6
Goose and Duck Wrapping in a foil 4 - 6
Deer, Rabbit, Wild Boar	In 2.5 kg portions and as fillets	6 - 8
Fresshwater fishes (Salmon, Carp, Crane, Siluroidea)	After cleaning the bowels and scales of the fish, wash and dry it; and if necessary, cut the tail and head.	2
Lean fish; bass, turbot, flounder		4
Fatty fishes (Tunny, Mackarel, bluefish, anchovy)		2 - 4
Shellfish	Cleaned and in bags	4 - 6
Caviar	In its package, aluminium or plastic container	2 - 3
Snail	In salty water, aluminum or plastic container	3

Note: Frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat after being thawed. If the meat is not cooked after being thawed, it should never be frozen again.

Vegetables and Fruits Preparation		Maximum Storing time (months)
String beans and beans		Wash and cut to small pieces and boil in water	10 - 13
Beans Hull and wash and		boil in water 12
Cabbage Cleaned and boil		in water 6 - 8
Carrot Clean and cut to slices and boil in water 12
Pepper		Cut the stem, cut into two pieces and remove the core and boil in water	8 - 10
Spinach Washed and boil		in water 6 - 9
Cauliflower		Take the leaves apart, cut the heart into pieces, and leave it in water with a little lemon juice for a while	10 - 12
Eggplant Cut to pieces of		2cm after washing 10 - 12
Corn		Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet corn	12
Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10
Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6
Strawberry and Blackberry		Wash and hull 8 - 12
Cooked fruits		Adding 10 % of sugar in the container	12
Plum, cherry, sourberry		Wash and hull the stems	8 - 12
Dairy Products Preparation		Maximum Storing time (months)	Storing Conditions
Packet (Homogenize) Milk	In its own packet 2	-3	Pure Milk – In its own packet
Cheese-excluding white cheese	In slices 6 - 8		Original package may be used for short storing period. It should be wrapped in foil for longer periods.
Butter, margarine In	its package 6

	Maximum Storing time (months)	Thawing time in room temperature (hours)	Thawing time in oven (minutes)
Bread 4 - 6 2 - 3	4-5 (220-225 °C)
Biscuits 3 - 6 1	- 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pastry 1 - 3 2 -	3 5-10 (200-225 °C)
Pie 1 - 1,5 3 - 4	5-8 (190-200 °C)
Phyllo dough 2	- 3 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pizza 2 - 3 2 - 4	15-20 (200 °C)

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning.
• Do not clean the appliance by pouring water.
• Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical components.
• The refrigerator should be cleaned periodically using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.

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- Clean the accessories separately with soap and water Do not clean them in the dishwasher.

- Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When you have finished cleaning, reconnect the plugto the mains supply with dry hands.

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- Clean the condenser with a broom at least twice a year. This will help you to save on energy costs and increase productivity.

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THE POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCONNECTED.

Defrosting

Defrosting the Refrigerator Compartment

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- Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator compartment during operation; the water is collected by the evaporation tray and evaporates automatically.

- The evaporation tray and the water drain hole should be cleaned periodically with the defrost drain plug to prevent the water from collecting at the bottom of the refrigerator instead of flowing out.

- You can also clean the drain hole by pouring 12 glass of water down it.

Defrosting the Freezer Compartment

• The frost, which covers the shelves of the freezer compartment, should be removed periodically.
• Do not use sharp metal objects for this operation. They could puncture the refrigerant circuit and cause irreparable damage to the unit. Use the plastic scraper provided.
• When there is more than 5 ~mm of frost on the shelves, defrosting must be carried out.
• Before defrosting, place the frozen food in a cool place after wrapping it in sheets of

newspaper (this will help the food to maintain it's tempertaure for longer).

• To accelerate the defrosting process, place one or more bowls of warm water in the freezer compartment.

- Dry the inside of the compartment with a sponge or a clean cloth.

- Once the unit has been defrosted, place the food into freezer and remember to consume it in a short period of time.

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Replacing the Light bulb

When replacing the bulb of the refrigerator compartment;

1. Unplug the unit from the power supply,
2. Press the hooks on the sides of the light cover top and remove the light cover
3. Change the present light bulb with a new one of not more than 15 W.
4. Replace the light cover and after waiting 5 minutes plug the unit.

When lighting and thermostat are positioned on top

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When lighting and thermostat are positioned on side

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Replacing LED lighting

If your refrigerator has LED lighting contact the help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only.

PART - 5.

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION

Transportation and Changing of Installation Position

• The original packages and foamed polystyrene (PS) can be retained if required.
• During transportation, the appliance should be secured with a wide string or a strong rope. The instructions written on the corrugated box must be followed while transporting.
• Before transporting or changing the installation position, all the moving objects (ie,shelves,crisper...) should be taken out or fixed with bands in order to prevent them from getting damaged.

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! Carry your fridge in the upright position.

Repositioning the door

• It is not possible to change the opening direction of your refrigerator door, if the door handles on your refrigerator are installed from the front surface of the door.
• It is possible to change the opening direction of the door on models without any handles.
• If the door opening direction of your refrigerator may be changed, you should contact the nearest authorised service agent to have the opening direction changed.

BEFORE CALLING FOR AFTER SALES SERVICE

If your refrigerator is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore check the following.

The appliance does not operate,

Check if;

• There is no power,
• The general switch in your home is disconnected,
• The socket is not faulty. To check this, plug the appliance in to another socket which you know is working.

What to do if your appliance performs poorly

Check that:

• You have overloaded the appliance,
• The thermostat setting is on position "1" (if so set the thermostat dial to a suitable value).
  • The doors are closed properly,
  • There is no dust on the condenser,
• There is enough space at the rear and side walls.

If your fridge is operating too loudly

Normal Noises

Compressor noise

• Normal motor noise: This noise means that the compressor operates normally
• Compressor may cause more noise for a short time when it starts.

Bubbling noise and splash:

- This noise is caused by the flow of the refrigerant in the tubes of the system.

- If you hear any other noises check that:

• The appliance is level
• Nothing is touching the rear of the appliance
• The objects on the appliance are vibrating.

If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator;

Check if;

The drain hole for defrost water is not clogged (use defrost drain plug to clean the drain hole).

Important notes:

• In case of a sudden power loss or disconnecting and reconnecting of the plug to the electrical socket, the compressor protective thermal element will be opened as the pressure of the gas in the cooling system of your refrigerator has not yet been balanced. 4 or 5 minutes later, your refrigerator will start to operate; this is normal.
• If you won't be using your refrigerator for a long time (such as on summer holidays), please disconnect the plug from the socket. Clean your refrigerator as per Part 4 of this document and leave the door open to prevent any humidification or odor formation.
• If there is still a problem with your refrigerator although you have followed the instructions in this book, please consult your nearest authorized service center.

- The lifetime of your appliance is stated and declared by the Department of Industry. The length of time for retaining parts required for the proper operation of the appliance is 10 years.

Tips for saving energy

1. Install the appliance in a cool, well ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight and not near a heat source (radiator, cooker.. etc). Otherwise use an insulating plate.
2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool down outside the appliance.
3. When thawing frozen food, place it in the refrigerator compartment. The low temperature of the frozen food will help to cool the refrigerator compartment when it is thawing. This will help to save energy. If the frozen food is put out, it results in a waste of energy.
4. Cover drinks or other liquids when placing them in the appliance. Otherwise humidity increases in the appliance. Therefore, the working time gets longer. Also covering drinks and other liquids helps to preserve smell and taste.
5. Try to avoid keeping the doors open for long periods or opening the doors too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
6. Keep the covers of the different temperature compartments (crisper, chiller ...etc) closed
7. Door gasket must be clean and pliable. Replace gaskets if worn.
8. Energy consumption of your appliance is declared without drawers and fully loaded in freezer compartment.
9. For saving energy, do not use volume between the load limit and the door, along the load limit line. Load limit line is also used in energy consumption declaration.

Load limit line label

Line drawing of an open refrigerator with doors, shelves, and a door (no text or symbols)

PART - 8.

PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

Three technical illustrations of plastic components: a tray holder, a grid tray holder, and a funnel-shaped tool (no text or symbols)

This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model.

A) Fridge compartment
B) Freezer compartment

1) Thermostat box (When the thermostat is positioned on side)
2)Fridge compartment shelves
3) Crisper cover
4) Crisper
5) Freezer drawers
6) Freezer glass shelves *
7) Bottle shelf
8) Adjustable door shelf *
9) Door shelves
10) Egg holder
11) Ice box tray
12) Ice scraper*

General notes:

Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance, and shelves evenly distributed, position of door bins does not affect energy consumption.

Freezer Compartment (Freezer): Most Efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers and bins are on stock position.

Dimensions

Overall dimensions1

H1 mm 1800

W1 mm 540

D1 mm 595

^1 the height, width and depth of the appliance without the handle

Space required in use2

H2 mm 1950

W2 mm 640

D2 mm 692,8

^2 the height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air

Overall space required in use3

W3 mm 650,2

D3 mm 1137,9

^3 the height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air, plus the space necessary to allow door opening to the minimum angle permitting removal of all internal equipment

1 TECHNICAL DATA

The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label.

The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database.

Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance.

It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link https://eprel.

ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate of the appliance.

See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.

2 INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES

Appliance for any EcoDesign verification shall be compliant with EN 62552.

Ventilation requirements, recess dimensions and minimum rear clearances shall be as stated in this User Manual at Chapter 2. Please contact the manufacturer for any other further information, including loading plans.

3 CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.

When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, Serial Number and Service Index.

The information can be found on the rating plate. Subject to change without notice.

The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of component, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model.

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http://vestel-poland.com/

SPIS TREŚCI

ZANIM UŻYJECIE SWOJEJ LODÓWKI 26

Illustration of four hands performing a manual tool manipulation technique (no text or symbols present)

Cartoon illustration of a character opening a door (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical device with a dial and control panel (no text or symbols)

Osłona lampy

Illustration showing three steps of a robotic arm: pressing a tray, moving a grid, and removing a hand with a crossed-out black mark (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawings of four different plastic container designs, showing internal compartments and cylindrical objects (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a structural bracket with no visible text or symbols

Technical diagram of a structural frame with labeled components and directional arrows (no readable text or symbols)

Cartoon illustration of a refrigerator with a smiling face, accompanied by a bottle and a cup (no text or symbols)

Cartoon illustration of a smiling refrigerator with thumbs up and a bowl of food nearby (no text or symbols)

Line drawing of a multi-tiered refrigerator with no text or symbols

Cartoon illustration of a smiling rectangular character and two small figures (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a hand holding a coiled cable or wire, partially enclosed in a mesh frame (no text or symbols)

ZASILANIE MUSI BYĆ ZAWSZE ODŁĄCZONE.

Pure technical line drawing of a structural beam or support bracket (no text or symbols)

Diagram showing a hand pressing down on a mechanical component with a circular arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols present)

Line drawing of a hand cleaning a textured surface inside a 3D printer or enclosure (no text or symbols)

Wymiana żarówki

Technical line drawing showing three steps of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawing of a handheld device with two views: one showing internal components and the other showing internal structure (no text or symbols)

Simple line drawing of two children holding a large rectangular object (no text or symbols)

Pure technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly without any text, numbers, or symbols

Three technical illustrations of plastic tray components with numbered labels (10, 11, 12), no text or symbols present.