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U109200-03
Introduction
Thank you for buying this high quality appliance, we hope
that it provides you with a stylish, yet practical solution to
your cooling needs. We hope that this handbook supplies
you with all the information you require, but please contact
us if there is any thing you are unsure of using the Customer
Care Centre number on page 28 of this handbook.
Warning: This appliance must be earthed.
Always make sure a qualified person installs
this appliance.
The freezer compartment is rated at 3 stars.
Important
Please be aware that this appliance is for domestic use only.
The right hand side of this appliance is a refrigerator, and
should be used for storing fresh foods.
The left hand side of this appliance is used for freezing fresh
foods and storing frozen foods (convenience meals etc.)
These instructions are intended for the user. They describe
the appliance and how to use it safely and correctly.
Before you start
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Before you plug the appliance into the mains, clean
the inside of the appliance using warm water and
bicarbonate of soda, then dry thoroughly.
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Please leave the appliance to stand for at least six
hours. This will allow the cooling system to settle
following transportation.
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Check that no parts of the appliance are damaged,
especially parts of the cooling system, pipes or
leads. If damage has occurred,
DO NOT
install the
appliance, you should contact a qualified service
engineer or return the appliance to its place of
purchase.
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If the accessories inside the appliance have
been disturbed during transit, reposition them in
accordance with the instructions.
Make sure that the electrical supply to your plug socket is
correct for this appliance – The required information is on
the data badge of the appliance.
Once the appliance is installed, cleaned and dry, it is ready
to be plugged in and switched on.
Safety
The data badge is located inside the
appliance (refrigeration compartment).
WARNING: Use potable (drinking) water with
this appliance.
WARNING: Keep this appliance clear of any
obstruction
DO NOT damage the refrigerant circuit. If
it does become damaged, do not use the
appliance.
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices
(i.e. hair dryers) to defrost this appliance.
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When replacing old appliances, make sure that
you have disabled any locking mechanisms before
disposal – It may even be best to remove the
appliance door completely, to prevent children from
becoming trapped inside the appliance.
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The appliance must be connected to the power
supply safely. Loose connections, broken plugs and
bare wires are a safety hazard. Make sure that all
connections are sound.
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Before undertaking any routine maintenance or minor
repairs, disconnect the appliance from the electrical
supply. This includes cleaning, defrosting and
changing light bulbs.
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Do not touch cold surfaces of the appliance while
it is in use as this will cause hands to stick to them
leading to freezer burns.
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When moving the appliance take care not to damage
the leads, pipes or condenser unit. Should these
parts become damaged, contact a qualified service
engineer.
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Effervescent liquids (fizzy drinks) should never be
frozen. These liquids expand during freezing and
this may lead to the bottles/containers shattering or
exploding.
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Foods that are intended to be defrosted or cooked
first e.g. breads, meats etc., must not be eaten in
their frozen state.
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If food looks or smells strange, do not attempt to
eat it. If in doubt throw it away. Spoiled food can be
harmful to your health.
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Never use electrical devices, such as hair dryers, to
defrost this appliance.
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Never use sharp, metal implements to scrap ice off
the surface of this appliance. Only use implements,
which are fit for this purpose (i.e. plastic scrapers)
and use carefully to avoid damaging the lining of the
appliance.
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The cooling system contains refrigerant and oils, all of
which are harmful to health if leaked. Should leakage
occur, disconnect the appliance and ventilate the
room it is installed in. Take care to ensure that you do
not get any coolant near to, or in, your eyes.
•
Contact a service engineer or arrange to have the
appliance removed. Do not use the appliance under
any circumstances.
