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Important

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 they have been given  

 

supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person  
responsible for their safety. 

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This refrigeration appliance is not intended for use as a built 
inappliance.

  Children must not play with the appliance. 

  Cleaning and user maintenance must not be made by children 

without supervision.

  If the appliance is switched off, you should allow five minutes 

before switching it on again to prevent unnecessary damage to 
the compressor. 

  WARNING - Keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction.

  WARNING - Do not use mechanical devices or other means to 

accelerate the defrosting process.

  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 play with 

the appliance.

  This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 

metres. 

  This appliance is a household refrigerator and is intended to be 

used in domestic environments and similar applications such as 
staff kitchen areas, farm houses and bed and breakfast type

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Страница 1: ...www amica international co uk FK3023 Fridge Freezer Installation use and maintenance ...

Страница 2: ...Important notes on first use and general usage 9 Fridge layout and storage 10 Setting the temperature 11 Super switch 12 Defrosting the fridge 13 Defrosting the freezer 14 Care and cleaning 15 Changing the light bulb 16 Troubleshooting 17 18 Fridge noise 19 Installation and ventilation 19 Appliance dimensions 20 Electrical information 22 Practical tips 23 Climate range 24 Warranty and service ...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 5: ...to prevent unnecessary damage to the compressor WARNING Keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction WARNING Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process 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 wit...

Страница 6: ...r put hot foods in the refrigerator Warm food should be allowed 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 befor...

Страница 7: ... 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 Wrap food before putting into the freezer To sto...

Страница 8: ... is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs 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 applia...

Страница 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 ...

Страница 10: ... prior to switching the power on To adjust the temperature turn the thermostat 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 When the thermostat is set to the cooling system is switched off We recommend initially setting the temperature control in mid range for the first 24 hours then adjusting the ...

Страница 11: ... ambient temperature returns to normal Super freezing If ambient temperature is more than 16 C this switch must be used as super freeze switch For maximum freezing capacity please turn on this switch 3 hours before placing fresh food After placing fresh food in the freezer 24 hours ON position is generally sufficient In order to save energy please turn off this switch after 24 hours from placing f...

Страница 12: ... drain hole and collects in the evaporating tray above the compressor The evaporating tray at the rear of the appliance above the compressor Fig 5 and the drain hole Fig 4 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 Fig 4 Fig 5 Evaporating tray location ...

Страница 13: ...eezer should be defrosted First remove the freezer drawers To speed up the process place a bowl of warm water in the base of the freezer compartment Once defrosting is complete dry the inside of the freezer compartment with a sponge or clean cloth thoroughly The freezer interior should be cleaned using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water Do not use abrasive products or detergents ...

Страница 14: ...ate of soda and lukewarm water Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing or other electrical components Do not use abrasive products or detergents After washing rinse and dry thoroughly Clean the shelves and balconies separately by hand using soap and water Do not put them in the dishwasher Keep the door seals clean to avoid damage to them and to help to ensure that they continue to function...

Страница 15: ...liance Regularly clean surfaces that come in to contact with food and accessible drainage systems Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator so that it does not make contact with or drip on to other food Two star frozen food compartments are suitable for storing pre frozen foo storing or making ice cream and ice cubes One two and three star star compartments are not suitabl...

Страница 16: ...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 an...

Страница 17: ...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...

Страница 18: ...tallic rattle This sound may be more intense for the first seconds after the compressor starts If the metallic noise i e metal hitting metal is constant then it may 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 If none of the aforementioned checks resolv...

Страница 19: ... ventilation openings are kept clear Do not use a multi plug adaptor in the socket to connect this appliance alongside other appliances Do not tilt the fridge beyond 45º Do not exert excessive pressure on the appliance Ensure that there is a gap of no less than 10cm above and to the sides of the appliance to allow for ventilation The clearance between the sides and adjacent furniture must also all...

Страница 20: ...must be earthed The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a specially earthed plug Important Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in position Should the fuse need to be replaced it must be replaced with a 13A fuse ASTA approved to BS1362 The plug must be used with a specially earthed socket of 13 amperes If there is no such socket in your house please have one installed by a...

Страница 21: ...able 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 manufacturer or an authorised service agent in order to avoid a hazard WARNING When positioning the appliance ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged WARNING Do not locate multiple portable socket outlets or portable power supplies at t...

Страница 22: ...with a label stating it should be stored at a temperature of approximately 4 C The warmest area is in the top section of the door Use this area for storing butter and cheese To achieve the most effective food preservation for the longest pos sible time and to avoid wasting any food position the products as shown in Fig 1 In addition this figure illustrates the layout of drawers baskets and shelves...

Страница 23: ...perature SN Extended Temperate This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 10 C and 32 C N Temperate This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 16 C and 32 C ST Sub Tropical This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 16 C and 38 C T Tropical This refrigerat...

Страница 24: ... manufacturer importer or an authorised representative The minimum warranty period for the appliance offered by the manufacturer importer or authorised representative is given in the warranty card The warranty shall be void if you make any independent adapta tions or alterations tamper with seals or other appliance safety devices or its parts or interfere with the appliance contrary to operating i...

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Страница 28: ...il 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 www amica international co uk ...

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