Amica BC271.3 User manual

BC271.3
OPERATING MANUAL EN

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Note!
This fridge is intended for use at home only.
The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce modications, which do not affect the
operation of the appliance. The changes in the equipment, as well as the inside and
outside decoration, which do not affect its functionality and safety are permissible.
Dear Customer,
The Amica appliance is a combination of exceptional user-friendliness and excellent efciency.
Prior to dispatch, each unit was carefully checked for its safety and operating capabilities.
Before starting the appliance, please read this operating manual carefully.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Construction and equipment of the appliance...........................................................................3
Guidelines concerning the safety of use...................................................................................5
Change in the door hinging.......................................................................................................7
Installation.................................................................................................................................8
Operation and functions............................................................................................................10
Using the refrigerator efciently.................................................................................................12
Defrosting, washing and maintenance......................................................................................14
Trouble-shooting.......................................................................................................................16
Environmental protection..........................................................................................................18
Specication..............................................................................................................................19

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CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF THE APPLIANCE
The accurate description of the equipment for the model of the fridge purchased
by you may be found in the tables on next pages.
Example
Additional equipment
2
8
3
4
1
6
5
7

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CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF THE APPLIANCE
Items of equipment BC271.3
Glass Shelf 5
Wire bottle shelf 1
Glass shelf above the vegeta-
ble compartment 1
Vegetable compartment 2
Large door shelf 1
Medium door shelf 4
Egg tray 1
Lighting type LED
1 Control panel
2 Wire bottle shelf
3 Glass Shelf
4 Glass shelf above the vegetable compartment
5 vegetable compartment
6Medium door shelf
7 Large door shelf
8Egg tray

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GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF USE
lThe Manufacturer shall not be held
liable for the damage arising from
the failure to observe the principles
contained in this manual.
lKeep this manual for future re-
ference, or to pass it over to the
possible next user.
lThis appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with limited physical, sensual or
psychical capabilities and persons
who lack experience or familiarity
with the appliance, unless attended
or in accordance with the operating
manual for the appliance delivered by
persons responsible for their safety.
lDo not allow the unattended
children to use the appliance. Do
not allow them to play with the
appliance. They must climb insi-
de the drawers and swing on the
doors.
lThe fridge operates properly at the
N-ST ambient temperature. Do not
use it in the cellar, unheated summer
cottage during autumn and winter.
lWhen placing, moving, lifting the
appliance, do not hold the door han-
dles, pull the condenser at the rear
part of the refrigerator and touch the
compressor unit.
lWhen transporting, moving or
placing the fridge do not tilt it by
more than 40° from the vertical
position. Should such a situation
occur, the appliance may be swit-
ched on after minimum 2 hours
from its placement in the right
position (g.1).
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lPull the plug out from the mains
socket before each maintenance
activity. Do not pull the cord, but hold
the body of the plug instead.
l The cracking-like sound, which the
appliance may emit is caused by
expansion and shrinking of parts as
a result of temperature variations.
l For safety reasons do not repair the
appliance on your own. Repairs car-
ried out by persons who do not have
required qualications may constitute
a serious hazard for the user of the
appliance.
l Air the room in which the appliance
is placed for a few minutes (the size
of the room for a product containing
isobuthane/R600a must be at least
4m3) in case of the damage of the
cooling system.
lMake sure you do not damage the
cooling system, by punching the
refrigerant pipes in the evaporator
or breaking the pipes. The refrigerant
splashes are ammable. Rinse the
eyes with clean water and call for me-
dical assistance immediately in case
of their contact with the refrigerant.

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REVERSING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
1. Before reversing the door opening direc-
tion, unplug the appliance and remove all
food.
2. Using a at screwdriver pry and remove
hinge caps.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the
door upper hinge while holding the door (Fig.
2).
4. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the
middle hinge while holding the upper door*
5. Set the door aside in a safe place.
6. Tilt the appliance (up to 40 degrees) so as
to have sufcient access to the lower hinge
(Fig. 3).
7. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove lower
door hinge
8. Attach the lower hinge on the other side
(Fig. 4).
9. Position the door assembly in such a
way so that pin of the lower hinge is aligned
with the appropriate hole of the lower door
bracket.
10. Attach the middle hinge on the other side
of the appliance so that the lower pin of the
middle hinge is aligned with the appropriate
hole of the upper door bracket. Position the
second door assembly so that the upper pin
of the middle hinge is aligned with the appro-
priate hole of the lower door bracket.*
11. Attach the upper hinge so that the hinge
pin is aligned with the appropriate hole of the
upper door bracket.* (Fig. 5).
12. Check that doors are properly aligned
with the appliance body.
13. Replace the hinge caps.
14. Switch on the appliance as described in
the relevant section of its operating instruc-
tions.
* This action applies to appliances with both
refrigeration and freezer chambers.

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1.Take the product out of the package, re-
move the scotch tapes protecting the door
and the equipment. The possibly remaining
adhesive stains may be removed with a mild
washing agent.
2. Do not throw away the polystyrene ele-
ments of the packaging. In the case of the
necessity to transport the fridge, pack it in
the polystyrene elements and lm, as well
as protect it with a scotch tape.
3. Clean the interior surface of the fridge and
the elements of the equipment with a wa-
shing agent dissolved in lukewarm water,
then wipe it dry.
4. Place the fridge on an even, at and stable
surface, in dry, aired and shadowy room,
far from the heat sources such as an oven,
cooktop, central heating radiator, central
heating pipe, hot water installation, etc.
Minimal distances from the heat
sources
- from the electric gas and other ovens
- 30 mm,
- from oil or coal red ovens - 300
mm,
- from in-built ovens - 50 mm
If there is no possibility to ensure the above-
mentioned distances, provide an appropria-
te insulation board.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
Installation before using the applian-
ce for the rst time

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
It is prohibited to readjust or modify
any parts of the unit. It is crucial not
to damage the capillary tube visible
in the compressor recess. The tube
may not be bent, straightened and
wound.
If the capillary tube is damaged by
the user the guarantee will be void
(g. 4).
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lThe data is provided on the rated plate
located at the bottom of the wall inside the
chamber.
Mains connection
lBefore the appliance is connected to the
mains, set the adjustment knob to the
“0” position.
lThe appliance is intended for connection to
alternating current. The connection values
for voltage (V) and frequency (Hz) are given
on the nameplate in the cabinet.Power must
be connected via a wall socket with switch.
The wall socket should be easily accessible.
All earthing requirements stipulated by the
local electricity authority must be observed.
The cabinet plug and wall socket should
then give correct earthing. If in doubt,
contact your local supplier or an authorised
electrician. 5
This appliance must be earthed
The flexible cord (mains lead)
tted to this appliance has three
cores for use with a 3-pin 13-amp
plug. If a BS 1363 (13-amp) fused
plug is used, it should be tted
with a 13-amp fuse.
Important
The cores in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN: LIVE
These colours might not correspond with
the colour markings identifying the termi-
nals in your plug.
capillary
tube

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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Control panel
Temperature adjustment
Change in the knob adjustment causes temperature change in the fridge. Possible knob adjustment:
lappliance switched off - 0 setting
lmaximum temperature - setting 1
loptimal temperature - 2-6 setting
lminimum temperature - 7 setting
Do not put food into the fridge before it has reached its operating temperature,
which takes minimum 4 hours.
Temperature inside the fridge
Do not change the temperature settings due to the change in the season of the year. The am-
bient temperature increase will be detected by the sensor and the compressor will be switched
on automatically for a longer period of time in order to maintain the temperature set inside the
chambers.
Minor changes in temperature
The slight changes in temperature are perfectly normal and may occur, for instance during the
storage of great quantities of fresh products in the fridge, or when the door is open for a longer
period of time. This will not affect the condition of the stored foodstuff, and the temperature will
quickly return to its set value.
Bulb cover Temperature adjustment
knob

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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Storage of food in the fridge
Observe the following recommen-
dations to ensure the food remains
fresh.
lThe products should be placed on plates
in containers or packed in food wrap.
Distribute them evenly all over the she-
lves.
l Pay attention whether the food contacts
the rear wall, if so, it may cause frosting or
wetting of the products.
l Do not put dishes with hot content into the
fridge
l Products which take over foreign avours
easily such as butter, milk, white cheese
and products with intense avour, such as
sh, smoked meat, hard cheese must be
placed on shelves, packed in food wrap or
in tightly sealed containers.
lStorage of vegetables containing signi-
cant quantity of water will cause the de-
position of water steam on the vegetable
containers, it does not impact the proper
functioning of the fridge.
l Before putting the vegetables into the frid-
ge, dry them well.
l Excessive moisture shortens the shelf life
of vegetables, especially the leafed vege-
tables.
lDo not wash the vegetables before storing
in the refrigerator. Washing removes the
natural protection, therefore it is better to
wash the vegetables directly before con-
sumption.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR EFFICIENTLY
Practical everyday tips
lDo not place fridges or freezers next to
radiators, heaters, stoves or in direct sun-
light.
l Make sure that air vents are not covered up
and clean the dust off them once or twice
a year.
l Select the right temperature: 6 to 8°C
in your refrigerator and -18°C in your
freezer is sufcient.
l When on holiday, turn up the temperature
in your fridge.
l Only open your fridge or freezer when
necessary. It helps if you know what food
they contain and where it is located. Return
food to the fridge or freezer as soon as
possible after you have used it so that it
doesn't warm up too much.
l Wipe out the inside of your fridge regularly
with a cloth soaked in a mild detergent.
Appliances which are not self-defrosting
will require regular defrosting. Don't allow
frost layers thicker than 10 mm to form.
l Keep the seal around the door clean,
otherwise it won't shut properly. Always
replace broken seals.
Understanding the stars
*Temperature is at least -6°C; sufcient
to store frozen food for about a week.
Drawers or compartments marked with
one star used to be a feature of (mostly)
cheaper fridges.
** Food can be stored at -12°C or below for
1-2 weeks without losing their taste. Not
suitable for freezing food.
*** Mainly used to store foods at -18°C or
below. Can also be used to freeze up to
1 kilogram of fresh food.
****This appliance is suitable for storing foods
at -18°C or below and freezing larger
quantities of fresh foods.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR EFFICIENTLY
Storage zones in the refrigerator
lDue to the natural circulation of the air in
the appliance, there are different tempera-
ture zones in the refrigerator chamber.
l The coldest area is directly above the
vegetables drawers. Use this area for all
delicate and highly perishable food e.g.
- Fish, meat, poultry
- Sausage products, ready meals
- Dishes or baked goods containing eggs
or cream
- Fresh dough, cake mixtures
- Pre-packed vegetable and other fresh food
with a label stating it should be kept at a
temperature of approx 4oC.
Food that should not be stored in a
refrigerator
lNot all food is suitable for storing in the
refrigerator. These include:
- Fruit and vegetables which are sensitive to
cold, such as bananas, avocado, papaya,
passion fruit, aubergines, peppers, toma-
toes and cucumbers.
- Fruit which is not yet ripe
- Potatoes
lThe warmest area is in the top section of
the door. Use this for storing butter and
cheese.

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l The appliance operates in cycles: it refri-
gerates (then the frost settles on the rear
wall), and defrosts (water ows down the
rear wall).
Disconnect the appliance from
the mains before cleaning by re-
moving the plug from the mains
socket or switching off the fuse.
Prevent water from penetrating the
control panel or the light.
Defrosting the fridge
Frost settles on the rear wall of the fridge cham-
ber. It is removed automatically. During the
defrosting, the condensate, which contains con-
taminants may clog the opening in the through.
Should it occur, carefully unclog the opening with
the cleaning plug (g. 4).
DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
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lDo not use defrosting aerosols. They may
cause the formation of explosive mixture,
or contain slovents which may damage the
plastic components of the appliance and
even be harmful to health.
l Make sure the water used for cleaning
does not ow into the evaporation container
through the discharge opening.
l The whole appliance, except for the door
gasket must be cleaned with a mild cleaning
detergent. The door gasket should be cle-
aned with water and wiped dry.
l Wash all the accessories (vegetable conta-
iners, door shelves, glass shelves, etc.).

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DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
Taking out and putting in the door
shelf
Lift the door shelf, remove it and put it back
from the top into its required position (g. 7).
5
7
Do not use bulbs of greater or
smaller power, apply only the
bulbs of parameters given abo-
ve.
Taking out and putting in the shelves
Slide the shelf out, then slide it in as much as
possible so that its clamp could t the guide
groove (g. 5).

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problems Possible causes Remedies
The appliance does
not work
Electric circuit rupture - check whether the plug is properly inserted
into the socket
- check whether the power cable of the
appliance is not damaged
- check whether there is voltage in the
socket, by plugging another appliance, e.g.
a night lamp
- check whether the appliance is switched
on by setting the thermostat to a position
above 0.
Temperature inside
the appliance is not
low enough
Incorrect setting of the
adjustment knob
- reset the knob to a higher position
The ambient tempera-
ture is higher or lower
than the N-ST climate
range
- the appliance is adapted to operation in
the N-ST climate range.
The appliance is located
at the sunlit place or
near the heat sources
- move the appliance to another place.
Observe the guidelines contained in the
manual
Too much warm food
loaded at a time
- wait 72 hours until the food becomes cool
(freezes) and the required temperature is
reached inside the chamber
Internal air circulation
hindered
- place the food and containers in such a
way that they do not touch the rear wall of
the fridge
The air circulation at the
back of the appliance is
hindered
- move the appliance min. 30 mm away
from the wall
Too much white frost
accumulated on the
freezing elements
defrost the freezer chamber
The door of the fridge-
are opened too often
and/or remain open for
too long
- reduce the frequency of opening the door
and/or shorten the time when door remains
open
The door does not close
completely
- place the food and containers so that they
would not interfere with door closed

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problems Possible causes Remedies
The compressor is switched
on too rarely
- check whether the ambient
temperature is not lower
than 16°C
Door gasket inserted incor-
rectly
- press the gasket in
The appliance works conti-
nuously
Incorrect setting of the adju-
stment knob
- reset the knob to a lower
position
See. ”Temperature inside the
appliance is not low enough
for description of other possi-
ble causes
See. ”Temperature inside the
appliance is not low enough
for description of other possi-
ble remedies
Water collects in the lower
part of the appliance
The water discharge opening
is clogged
- clean the discharge
opening (see the operating
manual – chapter entitled
”Defrosting the fridge”)
Internal air circulation
hindered
- place the food and conta-
iners in such a way as that
they do not touch the rear
wall of the fridge
The appliance generates
unusual noise
Incorrect levelling of the
appliance
- level the appliance properly
The appliance touches furni-
ture and/or other objects
- place the appliance at a
location that ensures proper
clearances around it
Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the refrigerator, which do not affect its
correct operation.
Sounds, which can be easily prevented:
lnoise caused by the appliance which is not level - adjust the position with the adjustable turn-
in front feet. Alternatively, place pads made of soft material under the rear rollers, especially
when the appliance is placed on tiles.
ltouching the adjacent piece of furniture - move the refrigerator away.
lcreaking of the drawers or shelves - take out and put back the drawer or shelf.
lsounds of clinking bottles - move bottles apart.
Sounds heard during normal use are mainly due to operation of the thermostat, compressor
(switching on) and cooling system (thermal expansion and contraction of the radiator caused
by ow of the cooling agent).

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Environmental protection
Ozone layer protection
The refrigerants and fo-
aming agents, which are
100% free of FCKW and
FKW have been used for
manufacturing our pro-
duct. Therefore we help
protecting the ozone layer
and prevent the greenho-
use effect increase. On the other hand, the
innovative technology and environmentally
friendly insulation help in reducing energy
consumption.
Recycling of the packaging
Our packaging are made
of environmentally friendly
materials, which can be
reused:
l The external packaging is made of card-
board/foil
lThe FCKW free shape of foamed poly-
styrene (PS)
lPolyethylene (PE) foils and bags
Elimination / disposal of the equip-
ment
If the appliance is no longer in use, cut the
connecting conduit off the used equipment
before its scrapping.
This appliance is marked with
a symbol of the crossed out
waste container in conform-
ance with the European Direc-
tive 2002/96/EC. Such mark-
ing informs that the equipment
may not be kept together with
other waste coming from the
household after the period of
its use. The user is obliged to dispose of the
appliance at the waste collection point. The
local waste collection points, shops and com-
munal units form an appropriate system ena-
bling the disposal of the equipment.
Handling the used electrical and electronic
equipment properly contributes to the avoid-
ance of consequences harmful to the human
health and natural environment, resulting
from the presence of hazardous substances
and improper storage and processing of such
equipment.

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SPECIFICATION
TYPE BC271.3
Manufacturer AMICA WRONKI S.A.
Type of the appliance fridge
Energy class1A+
Annual power consumption
kWh/year)2
150
Net usable volume (l)
Fridge 316
Climate range4N-ST
Noise level [dB(A) re1pW] 41
Supply voltage V/Hz 220-240V~/50Hz
H x W x D 1773 x 540 x 540
Appliance weight (kg) 62
Manufacturer’s declaration
The manufacturer hereby declares that the appliance fulls the requirements of the following
European directives:
lThe Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC,
l The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC,
and therefore it has been marked with a and assigned a declaration of conformity, which is
made available to the market supervising authorities.
Climate range Permissible ambient
temperature
SN from +10°C to +32°C
Nfrom +16°C to +32°C
ST from +16°C to +38°C
Tfrom +16°C to +43°C
The information about the climate range of the appliance is provided on the rated plate. It
indicates at which ambient temperature (that is, room temperature, in which the appliance is
working) the operation of the appliance is optimal (proper).

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