STATESMAN BIC5050S, Instruction Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before using your Appliance
• When it is operated for the first time or after transportation, keep your appliance in the upright
position for 3 hours prior to switching on. Otherwise, you may damage the compressor.
• Your fridge may have a smell when it is operated for the first time; the smell will fade away when
your fridge starts to cool.
• Allow the appliance at least 24 hours before storing any food inside to allow for sufficient cooling
temperature to be reached.
• The interior of the appliance needs to be cleaned prior to use by wiping with a soft cloth and
using warm water. Wipe the appliance completely dry before replacing any shelves or drawers.
Using your Appliance
• Plug the appliance into the mains socket.
• Avoid opening the door for long periods or unnecessarily.
• To maintain adequate air circulation, do not over fill the appliance.
• Every drawer and cooling section is designed to take a maximum of 20kg.
• Allow hot or warm foods to cool to room temperature before storing in the appliance.
• Keep the food packed, wrapped or covered.
• For hygiene reasons, always wrap food using a suitable packaging material, before storing in
your appliance to avoid contact with the surface of the appliance.
• Do not place food directly against the rear wall of the fridge compartment.
• The temperature in the appliances compartments can be monitored by using a fridge freezer
thermometer. Do not use a Mercury filled thermometer, as a breakage would cause a health
hazard.
Adjusting the Temperature
The 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, as it will stop the appliance.
Freezer & Refrigerator thermostat setting:
1 - 2 : For short-term storage of food in the
freezer compartment, you can set the knob
between minimum and medium position.
3 - 4 : For long-term storage of food in the freezer
compartment, you can set knob to medium
position.
5 : For freezing the fresh food. The appliance will
run for colder temperatures.
Thermostat Knob