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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

• Your new appliance is designed exclusively for

domestic use

To get the most out of your new appliance,
read the user handbook thoroughly. The
handbook contains a description of the
appliance and useful tips for storing food.

Keep this handbook for future consultation.

1. After unpacking, make sure that the appliance is

undamaged and that the door closes properly.
Any damage must be reported to your dealer
within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance.

2. Wait at least two hours before switching the

appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant
circuit is fully efficient.

3. Installation of the appliance and electrical

connections must be carried out by a qualified
electrician, in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and local safety
regulations

4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using

1. Packing 
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears
the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with the
local regulations. Keep the packing materials
(plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the
reach of children, as they are a potential source of
danger.
2. Scrapping/Disposal
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable
material.
This appliance is marked in compliance with
European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By
ensuring the correct disposal of this appliance, you
can help prevent potentially negative consequences
for the environment and the health of persons.

The symbol 

on the appliance, or on the

accompanying documents, indicates that this
appliance should not be treated as domestic waste
but must be taken to a special collection centre for
the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by
cutting off the power cable and removing the
doors and shelves so that children cannot easily
climb inside and become trapped.
Scrap the appliance in compliance with local
regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special
collection centre; do not leave the appliance
unattended even for a few days, since it is a
potential source of danger for children.
For further information on the treatment, recovery
and recycling of this product, contact your
competent local office, the household waste
collection service or the shop where you
purchased the appliance.

Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs. The
refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFC) or R600a
(HC) (see the rating plate inside the appliance).
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a
natural gas without environmental impact, but is
flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant
circuit pipes are not damaged.
This product may contain Fluorinated Greenhouse
Gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol; the
refrigerant gas is inside a hermetically sealed
system.
Refrigerant gas: R134a has a Global Warming
Potential of (GWP) 1300.

Declaration of conformity 
• This appliance has been designed for preserving

food and is manufactured in compliance with
Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004.

• This appliance has been designed, manufactured

and marketed in compliance with:
- safety objectives of the “Low Voltage"
Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces
73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments);
- the protection requirements of Directive
“EMC" 2004/108/EC.

Electrical safety of the appliance can only be
guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an
approved earthing system.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

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Page 1: ...EFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 12 SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 12 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 13 RECOMMENDATIONS KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE 14 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 17 SERVICE 17 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 18 Downloaded from Fridge Manual com Manuals ...

Page 2: ...en to a special collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment When scrapping the appliance make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped Scrap the appliance in compliance with local regulations on waste disposal taking it to a special collection centre do not leave the a...

Page 3: ...cal means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless th...

Page 4: ...ed to your dealer within 24 hours of receipt of the appliance The appliance should not be installed close to heat sources such as cookers central heating boilers sunlight etc It must however be located in a well ventilated dry space If the following type of installation cannot be avoided respect these side distances a between appliance and oil or coal stoves 30 cm minimum b between appliance and g...

Page 5: ...ght goes off or when the fast freeze facility is switched on yellow control light on ADJUSTMENT OF THE TEMPERATURE The thermostat Fig 1 controls the temperature inside the appliance Position indicates that the operation of appliance is interrupted The ideal storage temperature of frozen food for a long time is 18 C In normal ambient conditions temperature between 20 C and 25 C we suggest you adjus...

Page 6: ...ROZEN FOOD When buying frozen food it is suggested to use thermal bags or cold boxes They should be the last purchases made and should be well wrapped in newspaper When home store them in the compartment with the least possible delay In any case these foods have to be used within the date printed on the packet THAWING Here are some basic suggestions Raw vegetables Do not thaw put straight into boi...

Page 7: ...a power failure the plug is making good contact with the supply socket any automatic circuit breakers have tripped or any fuses blown the supply cable is intact see also Note Note When replacing a damaged supply cord be sure the new cord is correctly clamped If you have followed this trouble shooting guide and your freezer still does not work properly get in touch with your Retailer or Service Age...

Page 8: ... by the colour insert or the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical store 2 For the Republic of Ireland only The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply but a third type of plug and socket is also used the 2 pin side earth type 3 Socket outlet plug valid for both countries If the fitted plug is n...

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