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FK2623F

Fridge Freezer

Installation, use and maintenance

Summary of Contents for FK2623F

Page 1: ...www amica international co uk FK2623F Fridge Freezer Installation use and maintenance ...

Page 2: ...idge 12 Defrosting the freezer 12 Care and cleaning 13 Changing the light bulb 14 Troubleshooting 16 Fridge noise 16 Installation and ventilation 17 Appliance dimensions 18 Electrical information 19 Energy efficiency information Please note Your freezer section has a load line marked by a vertical line and two arrows which you should avoid passing when storing goods Keeping this small gap between ...

Page 3: ... the appliance itself is damaged If the mains cord is damaged you must have it replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised service centre or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard Appliance information Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for reference to assist Amica Customer Care in the event of a fault with your appliance and to register your appliance f...

Page 4: ...to dispose of household appliances separately the product is marked with a crossed out wheeled dustbin Before first use of the fridge freezer You must allow the fridge to settle for at least five hours prior to switching the power on It is recommended that you clean the interior of the appliance prior to first use using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water then thoroughly dry the inter...

Page 5: ... WARNING Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate defrosting processes WARNING Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance WARNING Do not damage the refrigerant circuit WARNING Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant within this appliance Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not ...

Page 6: ...d to cool to room temperature before being put into the refrigerator Nothing should rest against the rear wall of the refrigerator as this will cause frost and possible condensation problems which will be difficult to remove Make sure food is clean and any extra water is wiped away before putting into the fridge Wrap or cover food before putting into the fridge This will help prevent the loss of m...

Page 7: ...rm foods in the freezer allow them to cool fully before putting them into the freezer Follow the instructions on the food packaging for storage of frozen food If no information is provided foods should not be stored for more than three months after the purchase date Store food in small packages ideally less than 2kg This reduces the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after thawing ...

Page 8: ...ible will ensure optimum performance Important notes on first use and usage When you first switch on the appliance you should ideally run it without any contents for the first 24 hours and not open the appliance doors If you need to use it straight away try not to put a large quantity of food inside The appliance will work continuously until it comes down to the correct temperature This appliance ...

Page 9: ...and light 8 Freezer bottom basket 2 Fridge shelves 9 Fridge compartment 3 Crisper cover 10 Door shelves 4 Crisper 11 Bottle shelf 5 Freezer flap 12 Freezer compartment 6 Freezer upper basket 7 Freezer middle basket Fig 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...

Page 10: ...ermostat control knob from left to right to the required level This ranges from 1 to 5 The temperature becomes colder the higher the number on the control We recommend initially setting the temperature control in mid range for the first 24 hours then adjusting the temperature up or down from this point as your personal preference If your fridge is often relatively empty set the thermostat to a low...

Page 11: ... hole and collects in the evaporating tray above the compressor The evaporating tray at the rear of the appliance above the compressor Fig 4 and the drain hole Fig 3 should be cleaned periodically to prevent issues Please note If you notice water pooling in the fridge and the evaporating tray is dry it is likely that the drain hole passage is blocked see page 15 Fig 3 Fig 4 Evaporating tray locati...

Page 12: ...l for any kinks debris or damage If you notice any and are unable to resolve the issue yourself contact Amica Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced It could also be indicative of an issue with the fan cooling system Care and cleaning Always disconnect the appliance from the power before ANY cleaning or maintenance Leave spaces between food items wherever possible to allow air to flow betw...

Page 13: ...ly open to prevent the formation of mildew or odours Where possible e g freestanding appliances clean the condenser black grille on the back of the appliance with a soft bristle brush at least twice a year Changing the light bulb If the light bulb in your appliance fails contact Amica Customer Care using the details below This is because LED lighting should only be replaced by authorised personnel...

Page 14: ... is working If the appliance is working but not very well check the following The appliance is not overloaded The thermostat is set to an appropriate level For a fully loaded appliance a higher setting e g 4 or 5 is better The doors are closing properly The cooling system at the rear of the appliance is clean and free of dust and not touching the rear wall There is enough ventilation at the side a...

Page 15: ...n contact with the back wall Check that there is some resistance when opening the door of the appliance If it opens at the slightest touch it may mean that the door seal needs to be replaced Check the door seal for any kinks debris or damage If you notice any and are unable to resolve the issue yourself contact Amica Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced If the appliance is noisy check th...

Page 16: ... be that a compressor mount is loose Contact the Customer Care Department in this instance Bubbling noise Normal noise caused by the movement of the refrigerant within the appliance s pipework Gentle whir and or mooing noise Normal noise caused by the internal fan s of the appliance and circulating air Installation and ventilation When installing this product we recommend you seek the help of anot...

Page 17: ...o allow the doors to open fully Note that a greater side gap will be required if the appliance is to be positioned next to a wall to allow the doors to open fully A gap of 7cm should be allowed for ventilation between the rear wall and the back of the appliance There is a plastic guide stopper supplied with the appliance that should be fitted when aligning the appliance with a wall Place the guide...

Page 18: ...connection of this appliance consult a qualified electrician Do not shorten the supply cable the appliance may require removal for servicing N B Ensure that the plug socket is situated in an easily accessible place If the power supply cable or plug is damaged it must be replaced by an Amica authorised agent If the plug socket does not match the refrigerator plug it must be replace by the manufactu...

Page 19: ...n FK2623F Category of the household refrigerating appliance 7 Voltage Frequency 220 240V 50Hz Dimensions W x D x H cm 540 x 595 x 1660 Mass of the appliance M 51 kg A Annual energy consumption AEc 265 kWh year The energy consumption is based on standard test results for 24 hours Actual en ergy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located Storage volume fridge 142 L ...

Page 20: ...rtment on 01949 862 012 or email customercare amica international co uk For more information please contact The Sales Department on 01949 862 010 Customer Care Department Amica CCD The CDA Group Building Harby Road Langar Nottinghamshire NG13 9HY T 01949 862012 F 01949 862003 E customercare amica international co uk ...

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