Amica EKGC 16327 User manual

EKGC 16327
EKGC 16326
GB - Instruction for use
DE - Gebrauchsanweisung
FR - Notice d’utilisation
NL - Gebruiksaanwijzing

Achtung!
Das Kühl- und Gefriergerät ist ausschließlich im Haushalt zu gebrauchen.
Der Hersteller behält sich das Recht vor, bestimmte Änderungen, die den Betrieb des Gerätes nicht beeinussen, vorzunehmen. Zulässig
sind Ausstattungsänderungen sowie Veränderungen im Innen- und Außendesign, die sowohl die Funktionalität des Gerätes als auch seine
Sicherheit nicht beeinträchtigen.
Geehrte Kunden,
das Kühl- und Gefriergerät steht für eine außergewöhnlich leichte Benutzung und ausgezeichnete Effektivität. Jedes Gerät wurde noch in der Fabrik
auf Sicherheit und Funktionalität sorgfältig überprüft.
Wir weisen Sie darauf hin, die Gebrauchsanweisung vor der Inbetriebnahme genau zu lesen.
ALLGEMEINE INFORMATIONEN
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Let Op!
De koel-vriescombinatie is alleen voor thuisgebruik bestemd.
Producent behoudt zich het recht voor op veranderingen die de functie van het apparaat niet beinvloeden. Wijzigingen in de uitrusting, binnen-
en buiten inrichting van het product, die zijn werking en veiligheid niet aantasten, zijn toegelaten.
Geachte Klant,
De koel-vriescombinatie van biedt u een verbinding van makkelijke bediening en uitstekende efciency. Elk apparaat, voordat het de fabriek uitgaat,
wordt nauwkeurig gecontroleerd op het gebied van veiligheid en functionaliteit.
Wij adviseren om deze handleiding aandachtig te lezen, voordat u het apparaat in gebruik neemt.
ALGEMENE INFORMATIE
NL
Attention!
Le réfrigérateur/congélateur est destiné uniquement à l’usage domestique.
Le fabricant se réserve le droit des procédér à des modication qui n’ont pas d’incidence sur le fonctionnement de l’appareil. Les modica-
tions suivantes n’ayant pas d’incidences sur le fonctionnemment et la sécurité sont permises: de l’équipement, de la décoration intérieur et
extérieur du produit.
Mesdames et Messieurs,
Le réfrigérateur/congélateur c’est une liason d’une exceptionnelle facilité d’utilisation et d’une efcacité parfaite. Avant de quitter l’usine, chaque
appareil a été précisement contrôlé du point de vue de la securité et de la fonctionnalité.
Il vous est demandé de bien vouloir lire attentivement la notice d’utilisation avant de la mise en marche de l’appareil.
INFORMATIONS GÉNÉRALES
FR
Note!
This fridge-freezer 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 equip-
ment, as well as the inside and outside decoration, which do not affect its functionality and safety are permissible.
Dear Customer,
The 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
GB

Please read this manual first!
Dear Customer,
We hope that your product, which has been produced in modern plants and
checked under the most meticulous quality control procedures, will provide you
an effective service.
For this, we recommend you to carefully read the entire manual of your product
before using it and keep it at hand for future references.
This manual
• Will help you use your appliance in a fast and safe way.
• Read the manual before installing and operating your product.
• Follow the instructions, especially those for safety.
• Keep the manual in an easily accessible place as you may need it later.
• Besides, read also the other documents provided with your product.
Please note that this manual may be valid for other models as well.
Symbols and their descriptions
This instruction manual contains the following symbols:
CImportant information or useful usage tips.
AWarning against dangerous conditions for life and property.
BWarning against electric voltage.
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE).
This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European Directive
2002/96/EC in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimise its impact on
the environment. For further information, please contact your local or regional
authorities.
Electronic products not included in the selective sorting process are potentially
dangerous for the environment and human health due to the presence of
hazardous substances.
Recycling

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1 Your refrigerator 3
1 Your refrigerator 4
Technical specifications of your
refrigerator.........................................5
2 Important Safety
Warnings 6
Intended use .....................................6
General safety ...................................6
Child safety........................................8
HCA Warning ....................................8
Things to be done for energy saving ..9
3 Installation 10
Points to be considered when re-
transporting your refrigerator ...........10
Before operating your refrigerator ....10
Disposing of the packaging .............11
Disposing of your old refrigerator .....11
Placing and Installation ....................11
Replacing the interior light bulb .......12
Reversing the doors ........................13
CONTENTS
4 Preparation 14
5 Using your refrigerator 15
Thermostat setting button................15
Defrost ............................................15
Zero temperature compartment .......16
6 Maintenance and
cleaning 17
Protection of plastic surfaces ..........17
7 Recommended solutions
for the problems 18

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1Your refrigerator
1. Interior light
2. Temperature setting knob
3. Adjustable shelves
4. Wine rack
5. Defrost water collection channel -
Drain tube
6. Crisper cover
7. Crispers
8. Ice bank (2 pcs.)
9. Freezer compartment
10. Air grille
11. Adjustable door shelves
12. Egg tray (2 pcs.)
13. Bottle shelf
14. Fridge compartment
15. Freezer compartment
C Figures that take place in this instruction manual are schematic and may not
correspond exactly with your product. If the subject parts are not included in the
product you have purchased, then it is valid for other models.

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C Figures that take place in this instruction manual are schematic and may not
correspond exactly with your product. If the subject parts are not included in the
product you have purchased, then it is valid for other models.
1Your refrigerator
1. Interior light
2. Temperature setting knob
3. Adjustable shelves
4. Wine rack
5. Crisper cover
6. Defrost water collection channel -
Drain tube
7. 0 °C Compartment
8. Ice bank (1 pcs.)
9. Freezer compartment
10. Air grille
11. Adjustable door shelves
12. Egg tray (2 pcs.)
13. Bottle shelf
14. Fridge compartment
15. Freezer compartment

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Technical specifications of your refrigerator
EKGC 16327 EKGC 16326
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220-240 V~/ 50 HZ 220-240 V~/ 50 HZ
R600a R600a
Energy Class
Annual Energy Consumption (kWh/year)*
Fridge Compartment Volume (Net-lt)
Total Frozen Food Compartment Volume (Net-lt)
Star Class
Temperature Increasing Time (hours)**
Freezing Capacity (kg/24 hours)
Climate Class
Noise Level (dB(A))
Total Net Volume (lt)
(H) Height (cm)
(W) Width (cm)
(D) Depth (cm)
Weight (kg)
Total Power (W)
Electric Supply (V/Hz)
Coolant Type
* (Actual consumption varies depending on where and how the appliance is used)
** (Power failure safety; it is recommended not to consume the food in freezer
compartment after this period.)
CTechnical specifications can be changed to increase the product quality without
being subject to prior notice.
CValues stated on the markings on the product or in the printed materials supplied
with the product are the values obtained in laboratory in accordance with relevant
standards. Such values may vary depending on the usage of the product and the
ambient conditions.
CThe dimensions given on the table describe the minimum required space to place
the unit with doors closed.

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Please review the following information.
If these are not followed, personal
injury or material damage may occur.
Otherwise, all warranty and reliability
commitments will become invalid.
Intended use
• This product is designed for domestic
use.
• It should not be used outdoors. It is
not appropriate to use it outdoor even
if the place is covered with a roof.
General safety
• When you want to dispose/scrap
the product, we recommend you to
consult the authorized service in order
to learn the required information and
authorized bodies.
• Consult your authorized service for
all your questions and problems
related to the refrigerator. Do not
intervene or let someone intervene to
the refrigerator without notifying the
authorized services.
• Do not eat cone ice cream and ice
cubes immediately after you take
them out of the freezer compartment!
(This may cause frostbite in your
mouth.)
• Do not put bottled and canned
liquid beverages in the freezer
compartment. Otherwise, these may
burst.
• Do not touch frozen food by hand;
they may stick to your hand.
• Vapor and vaporized cleaning
materials should never be used in
cleaning and defrosting processes of
your refrigerator. In such cases, the
vapor might get in contact with the
electrical parts and cause short circuit
or electric shock.
• Never use the parts on your
refrigerator such as the door as a
means of support or step.
• Do not use electrical devices inside
the refrigerator.
• Do not damage the cooling circuit,
where the refrigerant is circulating,
with drilling or cutting tools. The
refrigerant that might blow out when
the gas channels of the evaporator,
pipe extensions or surface coatings
are punctured may cause skin
irritations and eye injuries.
• Do not cover or block the ventilation
holes on your refrigerator with any
material.
• Repairs of the electrical appliances
must only be made by qualified
persons. Repairs performed by
incompetent persons may create a
risk for the user.
• In case of any failure or during
a maintenance or repair work,
disconnect your refrigerator’s mains
supply by either turning off the
relevant fuse or unplugging your
appliance.
• Do not pull by the cable when pulling
off the plug.
• Place the beverage with higher proofs
tightly closed and vertically.
• Flammable items or products that
contain flammable gases (e.g. spray)
as well as the explosive materials
should never be kept in the appliance.
2Important Safety Warnings

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• Do not use mechanical devices
or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process, others than those
recommended 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 they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Do not operate a damaged
refrigerator. Consult your service if you
have any doubts.
• Electrical safety of your refrigerator
shall be guaranteed only if the earth
system in your house complies with
standards.
• Exposing the product to rain, snow,
sun and wind is dangerous with
respect to electrical safety.
• Contact the authorized service when
there is a power cable damage and
etc. so that it will not create a danger
for you.
• Never plug the refrigerator into
the wall outlet during installation.
Otherwise, risk of death or serious
injury may arise.
• This refrigerator is designed solely for
storing food. It should not be used for
any other purposes.
• The label that describes the technical
specification of the product is located
on the inner left part of the refrigerator.
• Do not hook up the refrigerator to
electronic energy saving systems as it
may damage the product.
• If the refrigerator has blue light do not
look at the blue light through optical
devices.
• If the power supply is disconnected
in manually controlled refrigerators
please wait for at least 5 minutes
before reconnecting the power.
• This product manual should be
passed to the next owner of the
refrigerator if the owner changes.
• When moving the refrigerator make
sure that you do not damage the
power cord. In order to prevent
fire the power cord should not be
twisted. Heavy objects should not
be placed on the power cord. When
the refrigerator is being plugged do
not handle the power outlet with wet
hands.
• Do not plug the refrigerator if the
electric outlet is loose.
• Do not splash water directly on the
outer or inner parts of the refrigerator
due to safety.
• Do not spray inflammable materials
such as propane gas etc near
refrigerator due to the risk of fire and
explosion.
• Do not place objects filled with water
on top of the refrigerator as it may
result in electric shock or fire.

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• Do not overload the refrigerator with
excess food. The excess food may
fall when the door is opened resulting
in injuring you or damaging the
refrigerator. Do not place objects on
top of the refrigerator as the objects
may fall when opening or closing the
refrigerator door.
• Materials that require certain
temperature conditions such as
vaccine, temperature sensitive
medicines, scientific materials etc
should not be kept in refrigerator.
• If refrigerator will not be operated for
an extended period of time it should
be unplugged. A problem in electrical
cable insulation may result in fire.
• The tip of the electric plug should be
cleaned regularly otherwise it may
cause fire.
• The refrigerator may move when the
adjustable feet is not positioned firmly
on the floor. Using the adjustable feet
you can unsure that the refrigerator is
positioned firmly on the floor.
• If the refrigerator has door handle
do not pull the refrigerator via door
handles when moving the product as
it may disconnect the handle from the
refrigerator.
• Water mains pressure must not be
below 1 bar. Water mains pressure
must not be above 8 bars.
• Use only drinkable potable water.
Child safety
• If the door has a lock, the key should
be kept away from reach of children.
• Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance
HCA Warning
If your product is equipped with
a cooling system that contains
R600a:
This gas is flammable. Therefore, pay
attention to not damaging the cooling
system and piping during usage and
transportation. In the event of damage,
keep your product away from potential
fire sources that can cause the product
catch a fire and ventilate the room in
which the unit is placed.
Ignore the warning if your product
is equipped with a cooling system
that contains R134a.
You can see the gas used in production
of your product on the rating plate that
is located on the left inner part of it.
Never dispose the product in fire.

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Things to be done for energy
saving
• Do not leave the doors of your
refrigerator open for a long time.
• Do not put hot food or drinks in your
refrigerator.
• Do not overload your refrigerator so
that the air circulation inside of it is not
prevented.
• Do not install your refrigerator
under direct sunlight or near heat
emitting appliances such as ovens,
dishwashers or radiators.
• Pay attention to keep your food in
closed containers.
• Maximum amount of food can be
put in your refrigerator’s freezer
compartment when the freezer
compartment shelf or drawer
is removed.Declared energy
consumption value of your refrigerator
was determined when the freezer
compartment shelf or drawer was
removed and under maximum
amount of food load.There is no risk
in using a shelf or drawer according to
the shapes and sizes of the foods to
be frozen.

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3Installation
BPlease remember that the
manufacturer shall not be held liable if
the information given in the instruction
manual is not observed.
Points to be considered
when re-transporting your
refrigerator
1. Your refrigerator must be emptied and
cleaned prior to any transportation.
2. Shelves, accessories, crisper and etc.
in your refrigerator must be fastened
securely by adhesive tape against any
jolt before repackaging.
3. Packaging must be tied with thick
tapes and strong ropes and the
rules of transportation printed on the
package must be followed.
Please do not forget…
Every recycled material is an
indispensable source for the nature and
for our national resources.
If you wish to contribute to recycling the
packaging materials, you can get further
information from the environmental
bodies or local authorities.
Before operating your
refrigerator
Before starting to use your refrigerator
check the following:
1. Is the interior of the refrigerator dry
and can the air circulate freely in the
rear of it?
2. You can install the 2 plastic wedges
as illustrated in the figure. Plastic
wedges will provide the required
distance between your refrigerator
and the wall in order to allow the air
circulation. (The illustrated figure is
only an example and does not match
exactly with your product.)
3. Clean the interior of the refrigerator as
recommended in the “Maintenance
and cleaning” section.
4. Plug the refrigerator into the wall
outlet. When the fridge door is open
the fridge compartment interior light
will come on.
5. You will hear a noise as the
compressor starts up. The liquid and
gases sealed within the refrigeration
system may also give rise to noise,
even if the compressor is not running
and this is quite normal.
6. Front edges of the refrigerator may
feel warm. This is normal. These areas
are designed to be warm to avoid
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Electric connection
Connect your product to a grounded
socket which is being protected by a
fuse with the appropriate capacity.
Important:
• The connection must be in
compliance with national regulations.
• The power cable plug must be easily
accessible after installation.
• The specified voltage must be equal
to your mains voltage.
• Extension cables and multiway plugs
must not be used for connection.
BA damaged power cable must be
replaced by a qualified electrician.
BProduct must not be operated before
it is repaired! There is danger of
electric shock!
Disposing of the packaging
The packing materials may be
dangerous for children. Keep the packing
materials out of the reach of children or
dispose them of by classifying them in
accordance with the waste instructions.
Do not dispose them of along with the
normal household waste.
The packing of your refrigerator is
produced from recyclable materials.
Disposing of your old
refrigerator
Dispose of your old machine without
giving any harm to the environment.
• You may consult your authorized
dealer or waste collection center of
your municipality about the disposal of
your refrigerator.
Before disposing of your refrigerator,
cut out the electric plug and, if there
are any locks on the door, make them
inoperable in order to protect children
against any danger.
Placing and Installation
AIf the entrance door of the room
where the refrigerator will be installed is
not wide enough for the refrigerator to
pass through, than call the authorized
service to have them remove the doors
of your refrigerator and pass it sideways
through the door.
1. Install your refrigerator to a place
that allows ease of use.
2. Keep your refrigerator away from
heat sources, humid places and direct
sunlight.
3. There must be appropriate air
ventilation around your refrigerator in
order to achieve an efficient operation.
If the refrigerator is to be placed in
a recess in the wall, there must be at
least 5 cm distance with the ceiling and
at least 5 cm with the wall.
If the floor is covered with a carpet,
your product must be elevated 2.5 cm
from the floor.
4. Place your refrigerator on an even
floor surface to prevent jolts.
5. Do not keep your refrigerator in
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Replacing the interior light
bulb
Should the light fail to work, proceed
as follows.
1- Switch off at the socket outlet and
pull out the mains plug.
You may find it useful to remove
shelves for easy access.
2- Use a flat tipped screwdriver to
remove the light diffuser cover.
3- First check that the bulb hasn’t
worked loose by ensuring it is screwed
securely in the holder. Replace the plug
and switch on.
If the bulb works, replace the light
cover by inserting the rear lug and
pushing up to locate the front two lugs.
4- If the light still fails to work, switch
off at the socket outlet and pull out
the mains plug. Replace the bulb with
a new 15 watt (max) screw cap (SES)
bulb.
5- Carefully dispose of the burnt-out
light bulb immediately.
Replacement light bulb can easily be
obtained from a good local electrical or
DIY store.

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Reversing the doors
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4Preparation
C"Your refrigerator should be installed
at least 30 cm away from heat
sources such as hobs, ovens, central
heater and stoves and at least 5 cm
away from electrical ovens and should
not be located under direct sunlight.
CThe ambient temperature of the room
where you install your refrigerator
should at least be 10°C.
COperating your refrigerator under
cooler conditions than this is not
recommended with regard to its
efficiency
CPlease make sure that the interior
of your refrigerator is cleaned
thoroughly."
CWhen you operate your refrigerator
for the first time, please observe the
following instructions during the initial
six hours.
- The door should not be opened
frequently.
- It must be operated empty without
any food in it.
- Do not unplug your refrigerator. If
a power failure occurs out of your
control, please see the warnings in
the “Recommended solutions for
the problems” section.
COriginal packaging and foam
materials should be kept for future
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Thermostat setting button
The interior temperature of your
refrigerator changes for the following
reasons;
• Seasonal temperatures,
• Frequent opening of the door and
leaving the door open for long
periods,
• Food put into the refrigerator
without cooling down to the room
temperature,
• The location of the refrigerator in the
room (e.g. exposing to sunlight).
• You may adjust the varying interior
temperature due to such reasons
by using the thermostat. Numbers
around the thermostat button
indicates the cooling degrees.
• If the ambient temperature is higher
than 32 °C, turn the thermostat
button to maximum position.
• If the ambient temperature is lower
than 25 °C, turn the thermostat
button to minimum position.
Defrost
Fridge compartment
Fridge compartment performs full-
automatic defrosting. Water drops and
a frosting up to 7-8 mm can occur
on the inner rear wall of the fridge
compartment while your refrigerator
cools down. Such formation is normal
as a result of the cooling system.
The frost formation is defrosted by
performing automatic defrosting with
certain intervals thanks to the automatic
defrosting system of the rear wall. User
is not required to scrape the frost or
remove the water drops.
Water resulting from the defrosting
passes from the water collection groove
and flows into the evaporator through
the drain pipe and evaporates here by
itself.
Check regularly to see if the drain
pipe is clogged or not and clear it with
the stick in the hole when necessary.
Deep freezer compartment does not
perform automatıc defrosting in order
to prevent decaying of the frozen food
The freezer compartment defrosts
automatically.
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Zero temperature
compartment
This compartment has been
designed to store frozen food which
would be thawed slowly (meat,
fish, chicken,etc.) as required.Zero
temperature compartment is the
coldest place of your refrigerator in
which dairy products (cheese, butter),
meat, fish or chicken may be kept at
ideal storage conditions.Vegetables
and/or fruits must not be placed in this
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6Maintenance and cleaning
ANever use gasoline, benzene or similar
substances for cleaning purposes.
BWe recommend that you unplug the
appliance before cleaning.
BNever use any sharp abrasive
instrument, soap, household cleaner,
detergent and wax polish for cleaning.
CUse lukewarm water to clean the
cabinet of your refrigerator and wipe it
dry.
CUse a damp cloth wrung out in
a solution of one teaspoon of
bicarbonate of soda to one pint of
water to clean the interior and wipe it
dry.
B Make sure that no water enters the
lamp housing and other electrical
items.
BIf your refrigerator is not going to be
used for a long period of time, unplug
the power cable, remove all food,
clean it and leave the door ajar.
CCheck door seals regularly to ensure
they are clean and free from food
particles.
ATo remove door racks, remove all the
contents and then simply push the
door rack upwards from the base.
Protection of plastic
surfaces
CDo not put the liquid oils or oil-cooked
meals in your refrigerator in unsealed
containers as they damage the plastic
surfaces of your refrigerator. In case of
spilling or smearing oil on the plastic
surfaces, clean and rinse the relevant
part of the surface at once with warm
water.

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7Recommended solutions for the problems
Please review this list before calling the service. It might save you time and
money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not arising from defective
workmanship or material usage. Some of the features described here may not
exist in your product.
The refrigerator does not operate.
• Is the refrigerator properly plugged in? Insert the plug to the wall socket.
• Is the fuse of the socket which your refrigerator is connected to or the main fuse
blown out? Check the fuse.
Condensation on the side wall of the fridge compartment (MULTIZONE, COOL
CONTROL and FLEXI ZONE).
• Very cold ambient conditions. Frequent opening and closing of the door. Highly
humid ambient conditions. Storage of food containing liquid in open containers.
Leaving the door ajar. Switching the thermostat to a colder degree.
• Decreasing the time the door left open or using it less frequently.
• Covering the food stored in open containers with a suitable material.
• Wipe the condensation using a dry cloth and check if it persists.
Compressor is not running
• Protective thermic of the compressor will blow out during sudden power
failures or plug-out plug-ins as the refrigerant pressure in the cooling system of
the refrigerator has not been balanced yet. Your refrigerator will start running
approximately after 6 minutes. Please call the service if the refrigerator does not
startup at the end of this period.
• The fridge is in defrost cycle. This is normal for a full-automatically defrosting
refrigerator. Defrosting cycle occurs periodically.
• Your refrigerator is not plugged into the socket. Make sure that the plug is
properly fit into the socket.
• Are the temperature adjustments correctly made?
• Power might be cut off.