Atag KA2512BD User manual

Instructions for use
Refrigerator-freezer
KA2512BD

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We thank you for the confidence you have shown by purchasing our appliance which is designed
to simplify your life. To make the use of the product easier, we have supplied detailed instructions
for use, and installation instructions supplied on a separate sheet. The instructions should allow
you to learn about your new appliance as quickly as possible.
We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its use.
The appliance is intended solely for household use.
The refrigerator is intended for storing fresh food at temperatures above 0°C.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh food and for long-term storage of frozen food (up to one
year, depending on the type of food).
The entire freezer compartment can be turned into a ZeroZone compartment with a temperature
around 0 °C.
Please visit our website where you can enter your appliance model number, indicated on the
rating plate or the warranty sheet, to find detailed description of your appliance, tips on use,
troubleshooting, service information, instructions for use etc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Safety instructions 4
Advice for saving energy with refrigeration appliances 10
Installation and connection 11
Changing the door opening direction 16
Appliance description
Appliance description 18
Operating the appliance 19
Appliance interior equipment 30
Recommended distribution of food in the appliance 34
Storing and freezing food
Storing food in the refrigerator 35
Freezing fresh food and storing frozen food 36
Defrosting and cleaning the appliance
Defrosting the appliance 38
Cleaning the appliance 39
Other
Troubleshooting 40
Information about appliance noise 42

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Before using the appliance for the first
time
Before connecting the appliance to the
power mains, please read carefully the
instructions for use which describe the
appliance and its correct and safe use.
The instructions apply to several appliance
types/models; thus, settings or equipment
may be described herein which is not
available in your appliance. We recommend
saving this instruction manual for future
reference and attach it to the appliance if it
is sold in the future.
Check for any damage or irregularities on
your appliance. If you find your appliance is
damaged, notify the retailer from which you
have purchased the appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to the
power mains, let the appliance rest in a
vertical position for a minimum of 2 hours.
This will reduce the possibility of operation
faults due to the effect of transport on the
cooling system.
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Safety instructions

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Safety instructions
The appliance must be connected to the
power mains and grounded in compliance
with the effective standards and regulations.
Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it
from the power mains (unplug the power
cord from the wall outlet).
If the power cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by a service technician or other
adequately trained person.
If LED lighting does not work, call a service
technician. Do not attempt a repair of the
LED lighting yourself, as there is danger of
contact with high voltage!
WARNING! Do not use any electric
devices inside the appliance, except for
those allowed by the manufacturer of this
refrigeration appliance.
WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices
or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by
the manufacturer.
WARNING! To avoid any hazard resulting
from poor stability of the appliance, make
sure it is installed as instructed.
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Danger of frostbite
Never put frozen food in your mouth and avoid touching
frozen food as this may cause frostnip or frostbite.
Safety of children and vulnerable persons
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
metal capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
Remove the packaging intended to protect the appliance
or particular parts during transport and keep it outside the
reach of children. It presents danger of injury or suffocation.
Store all the parts that remain out of children’s reach after
finishing the assembly of the appliance or after fitting it into
a cabinet, as they can cause choking.
Do not let the children play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
When removing a used appliance, disconnect the
power cord, remove the door, and leave the shelves in
the appliance. This will prevent children from locking
themselves in the appliance.
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Warning regarding the refrigerant
The appliance contains a small amount of an
environmentally friendly yet flammable gas R600a. Make
sure that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. A
gas leak is not hazardous to the environment, but it could
cause eye injury or fire.
In case of a gas leak, ventilate the room thoroughly,
disconnect the appliance from the power mains, and call a
service technician.
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The rating plate can be found in the
appliance interior (see figure). It indicates
data on voltage, gross and net volume, type
and amount of refrigerant, and the climate
classes.
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The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be
exposed to rain.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
If the appliance will be out of use for an extended period
of time, switch it off using the relevant button, and unplug
it from the power mains. Empty the appliance, defrost it,
clean it, and leave the door ajar.
In case of an error or power supply failure, do not open the
freezer compartment unless the freezer has not operated
for over 16 hours. After this period, use the frozen food or
provide sufficient cooling (e.g. a replacement appliance).
Technical information on the appliance
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Important information on the use of appliance
WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in
the appliance enclosure or in the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.

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Environment protection
The packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials
that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without any
hazard to the environment.
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be
treated as normal household waste. The product should be taken to an authorized
collection centre for waste electric and electronic equipment processing. Correct
disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects on the environment and health
of people which could occur in case of incorrect product removal. For detailed information on
removal and processing of the product, please contact the relevant municipal body in charge
of waste management, your waste disposal service, or the store where you bought the
product.
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Removing an obsolete appliance
To protect the environment, take the
obsolete appliance to an authorized home
appliance collection centre.
Before doing so, do the following:
• disconnect the appliance from the power
mains;
• do not allow children to play with the
appliance.
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant
circuit. This will also prevent pollution.

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Advice for saving energy with refrigeration appliances
• Install the appliance as specified in the instruction manual.
• Do not open the door more often than necessary.
• Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is unobstructed.
• Condenser unit on the rear wall should be kept clean (see chapter ‘Cleaning the Appliance’).
• If the gasket is damaged or does not provide a perfect seal for any reason, have it replaced
as soon as possible.
• Store the food in tightly sealed containers or appropriate packaging.
• Before placing the food in the refrigerator, allow it to cool down to room temperature.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator compartment.
• To make use of the entire freezer compartment interior volume, remove some of the drawers
as described in the instruction manual.
• Make sure the layout of shelves in the compartment is uniform and that the food is placed
so that the air can freely circulate in the appliance interior (observe the recommended
placement of food as described in the instructions).
• In appliances with a fan, do not block the fan slots or vents.
• The lower the temperature is set the higher the energy consumption will be.
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