GVA GVABF42, Instruction Manual

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Using the appliance
Before Use
- When using the refrigerator for the first time, remove all securing tapes.
- Wash the interior of the cabinet with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.
- Plug the unit into a power outlet and switch on. Ensure power outlet is rated to conform to
the details on the rating label.
- Adjust the thermostat knob to the max position to enable the unit to reach the required
temperature quickly. The thermostat must be adjusted once the unit has reached the
required operating temperature. The operating temperature is related to the room
temperature, amount of food stored and the frequency of door opening. You will find the
best thermostat setting after a short period of time. Setting the thermostat to 5 will cause
the compressor to run longer and is the coldest setting. When turned to the 1 setting this
will reduce the compressor running time and is the warmest setting.
Temperature Control Operation
The temperature regulator dial is located at the rear of the refrigerator compartment.
Position ‘‘0’’ means OFF.
Turning clockwise in direction will turn the refrigerating unit ON.
Position ‘‘1’’ means: Highest temperature, warmest setting.
Position ‘‘5’’ means: Lowest temperature, coldest setting.
At a low surround ambient temperature of around 16°C, setting ‘‘1’’ should be selected.
At surround ambient temperatures of around 25°C, select setting ‘‘2-3’’. If you require a lower
temperature, select setting ‘‘4’’ or ‘‘5’’.
Note:
High ambient temperatures (e.g. on hot summer days) and a cold setting on the
temperature regulator (position 5) can cause the compressor to run continuously. Reason:
when the ambient temperature is high, the compressor must run continuously to maintain
the low temperature in the appliance.
The temperature will be affected by:
- Room temperature
- How often the door is opened
- Location of the appliance
In determining the correct temperature control setting, all these factors have to be
considered and some experimentation may be necessary.
Interior Accessories Storage Shelf
The unit is fitted with a wire tray storage shelf.
Normal Operating Sounds
The following noises are characteristic of refrigeration appliances:
Clicks:
Whenever the compressor is switched on or off, a click can be heard.
Humming:
As soon as the compressor is in operation, you can hear it humming.
Bubbling/Splashing:
When refrigerant flows into thin tubes, you can hear bubbling or
splashing noises. Even after the compressor has been switched off, this noise can be heard
for a short time.