Baumatic BLE360SS User manual

BLE360SS
Refrigerator

USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
BLE360SS
Refrigerator
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NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference. for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
DD 05/10/06
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Contents
Environmentalnote 4
Important safety information 5 – 6
Specifications of your refrigerator 7
Description of the appliance 8
Description of the product features 9
Using your Baumatic refrigerator 10
Beforeswitchingon 10
Duringfirstuse 10
Controlpanel 11
Turning on the appliance and setting the thermostat 11 - 12
The digital display 12
Arranging and storing food in your refrigerator 12-13
Cleaning and maintenance 14
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment 14 – 15
Replacing the light bulb 15
Installation 16
Electricalconnection 16
Positioning 17-18
Reversing the door of your appliance 19 - 20
Troubleshooting 20 - 22
Baumatic Ltd. Conditions of guarantee 23
Contactdetails 24

Environmental note
Note: Before discarding an old appliance, switch off and
disconnect it from the power supply. Cut off and render any plug
useless. Cut the cable off directly behind the appliance to prevent
misuse. This should be undertaken by a competent person. Disable
the door lock to make sure that children cannot get stuck inside
the appliance.
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Important safety information
Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic.
Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet
before attempting to install or use the appliance. If
you are unsure of any of the information contained in
this booklet, please contact the Baumatic Technical
Department.
IMPORTANT: Any installation work must be
carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Use of the appliance
oYour appliance is only designed to be used in the
home. It is suitable for storing food that needs to
be chilled and refrigerated. If it is used for any
other purpose or it is not used correctly, then
Baumatic Ltd. Will accept no liability for any
damage that may be caused.
oAltering the specification of the appliance must not be attempted
for reasons of safety.
Before using your appliance
oCheck the appliance for any signs of transport damage. If you
notice any damage, then you should not connect your appliance
to your mains supply and should contact your retailer.
Refrigerant
oYour appliance contains R600a refrigerant, which is a natural gas
that does not contain CFCs that can damage the environment.
However it is a flammable substance, therefore care should be
taken:
During the transportation and installation of the
appliance, make sure that the refrigeration pipework
does not get damaged.
If it does become damaged then sources of ignition
and open flames should be avoided. Also the room
that the appliance is situated in should be thoroughly
ventilated.
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oDo not place any objects on top of the appliance,
as this may damage the table top.

Child safety
oPackaging material should be kept away from
children.
oChildren should not be allowed to touch the
controls or play with the appliance.
General safety
oDo not pull on the power supply cable to remove the plug from
your mains supply socket.
oDo not pull out or insert the plug with wet hands.
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oDo not attempt to use your appliance outdoors or
any place where it is likely to come into contact
with the elements.
oBefore cleaning the appliance or performing
maintenance work, ensure that the appliance has been
disconnected from your mains supply.
oNever allow the back coils of the appliance to come into contact
with the wall surface.
oAlways ensure that the location where you are installing your
appliance is free of stored items such as papers and other
flammable materials.
oNever block the ventilation openings of the appliance, either on
the inside or its exterior.
oIt is vital to keep your appliance well ventilated,
so that there is proper air flow between the
bottom of the unit and the plinth/kick plate
which it is sitting on.
oDo not place electrical devices inside of the appliance, such as
mixers and electric ice cream makers.
Service
You should not attempt to repair the appliance
yourself, as this could cause injury or a more serious
malfunction. If you require a service call then please
contact the Baumatic Service Department.

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Specifications of your refrigerator
Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic refrigerator
oAutomatic defrost
oAdjustable thermostat
oElectronic control
o2 Egg racks
o2 Butter compartments
oBottle rack
o5 General racks
o4 Safety glass shelves
oSalad crisper
oReversible door
oAdjustable feet
oStainless steel front and sides
Dimensions of appliance*
Height: 1800 mm
Width: 600 mm
Depth: 640 mm
Energy efficiency class
Energy class: A
* Please refer to the installation instructions for more specific
information on the size of aperture that you will require.
IMPORTANT: When you install your appliance it is important to bear
in mind its climatic rating.
oIn order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, you
should check the rating plate.
oThe rating plate is located on the front left edge of the inside of
the fridge section.
oYou will need to open the door of your appliance to be able to
find it.
oThe rating plate will indicate the ambient temperature range that
your appliance will function correctly within.

Description of the appliance
1. Control panel
2. Fan*
3. Interior light
4. Shelf (adjustable height)
5. Foldable egg rack (closed- 6 eggs, open- 12 eggs).
6. Crisper drawer with pull out guides
7. Door shelves
8. Twin row bottle rack with safety holder*
9. Defrost water outlet
10. Adjustable feet
11. Wheels*
* Certain models only
oPull out guide drawers are extracted by lifting the rear end and
pulling out at an angle under 45 degrees. You need to reinsert
them the opposite way, to put a pull out guide drawer back into
position.
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Description of the product features
1) Shelves
oThe shelves may be placed in any of the guide slots within the
interior of the appliance. They are protected from sliding out.
oTo remove a shelf: Take off all of the items that are stored on
the shelf that you want to remove. Then lift the front of the shelf
and carefully pull it out of the grooves.
oCertain models are equipped with a wire bottle rack, this is
protected from being pulled out whilst bottles are stored in it.
oIt can only be removed with no bottles in it, by lifting the front
section and pulling it towards you.
oPlace the bottle rack in the appliance, in such a way that it does
not obstruct the closing of the door.
The maximum load of the rack is 9 bottles of 0.75 litres, or 13
kilograms of total mass.
2) Defrost water outlet
oThe interior of the refrigerator is cooled by the cooling plate that
is on the rear wall. Beneath this there is a channel and an outlet
for the defrost water.
oIt is important that this channel never becomes clogged (see
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment for a detailed
explanation of how to keep the channel clear).
3) Crisper drawers and cover
oThe crisper drawer is in the bottom of your refrigerator and there
is a cover that goes over it.
oThe cover helps to prevent fruit and vegetables from drying out
prematurely.
4) Upper door shelves
oThe door liner holds various shelves, that are suitable for storing
eggs, cheese, butter and yogurt. As well as smaller packages,
tubes, cans etc.
5) Bottle shelf
oThe lower shelf should be used for storing reasonably sized
bottles.
IMPORTANT: NONE OF THE SHELVES THAT SIT IN THE DOOR
SHOULD BE OVERLOADED, AS THIS WILL DRASTICALLY
REDUCE THEIR WORKING LIFE.
6) Fan (certain models only)
oThe fan is located under the ceiling or hidden behind the rear
panel of the refrigerator. This ensures even distribution of
temperature and reduces condensation on the storage racks.

Using your Baumatic refrigerator
Before switching on
oMake sure that it has been installed by a suitably qualified
person, as per the information contained in Baumatic’s
installation instructions.
oAfter delivery, wait for eight hours before connecting the
appliance to your mains supply. This will allow any refrigerant
gasses that may have been disturbed during the transportation
process, are allowed to settle.
oThe outside of the appliance and the removable accessories
contained within it, should be cleaned with a solution of liquid
detergent and water.
oThe interior of the appliance should be cleaned
with a solution of sodium bicarbonate dissolved in
lukewarm water. The interior and accessories
should be thoroughly dried, after the cleaning
process has been completed.
oThere can be an odour when you first switch on the appliance. It
will lessen as the appliance starts to cool.
During first use
oWhen you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run
continuously for approximately 24 hours or until the refrigerator
reaches a cool enough temperature.
oDuring this period of time, you should try not to open the door
frequently or place a large amount of food within the appliance.
oIf the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5
minutes before restarting the appliance on the thermostat or
connecting it to your mains supply.
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Control panel
oA: Temperature selector and ON/OFF button
oB: Green LED (illuminates when the appliance is switched on)
oC: Digital temperature display Indicates the actual freezer
temperature inside the appliance, from -16°C to -24°C*
* Certain models only.
Turning on the appliance and setting the thermostat
You switch on your appliance by connecting it to your
mains supply and setting the thermostat. The
thermostat is located on the right hand side of the
control panel.
oThe appliance is switched on by turning dial A
towards the Max position.
oThe green LED will come on when the dial moves
past Min.
oThe appliance is switched off when the arrow on
the dial points to the ON/OFF symbol .
However the appliance is still under mains power.
oThe thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside
the fridge, depending on what position you have turned the
thermostat control knob to.
oPosition means that the appliance is switched off and will not
cool.
oPosition Min will give you a higher temperature inside the fridge.
oPosition Max will give you a lower temperature inside the fridge
oIdeally the thermostat should be set to the Eco position.
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oThe fridge section can cool down to just above 0°C.
oIMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room,
the temperature of food and the amount of food that
has been placed in the refrigerator and how often the
door is opened, will all affect the temperature being
maintained by the appliance.
oOn the maximum setting (position Max), your refrigerator will
work harder to maintain a lower temperature. There is no need
to run your appliance on this setting for prolonged periods and
you should return the thermostat knob to the Eco position.
The digital display
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oOn models with a digital display, when you
are adjusting the thermostat position, the
display will flash and indicate the set
temperature.
oWhen the flashing stops, the setting of the
temperature is complete and it is stored in
the appliance’s memory.
oPlease allow time for the appliance to
reduce down to the desired temperature.
oEach time the appliance is switched on for the first time, the
digital display indicates a temperature of +9°C and flashes
oThis value will remain on the display until the actual temperature
in the appliance drops below +9°C.
oThe flashing will then stop and the digital display will indicate the
actual temperature within the refrigerator.
Arranging and storing food in your refrigerator
oWarm food or evaporating liquids should not be stored in your
refrigerator, as this will increase the humidity inside of the
appliance.
oAll foods should be wrapped or covered, this is particularly
important if the food has a strong flavour. You should use
polythene bags or sheets, aluminium foil, wax paper. Liquids
should be stored in covered containers or bottles.
oTo maximise the space inside of your refrigerator, any excessive
packaging on the food should be removed.

oQuickly perishable food should be stored at the back of the
refrigerator, which is the coldest part of the appliance.
oNo food items should be allowed to come into contact with the
back wall of the refrigerator.
oMake sure that you arrange food in such a way that the door can
close completely. Particular attention should be given to bottles
that may protrude when placed on shelves inside the main
section of the refrigerator.
oSome organic solutions, such as the oils in lemon/orange peel
and acid in butter, can cause damage to the plastic parts
contained inside of the refrigerator.
oDo not open the refrigerator door too often or leave the door
open for long periods of time, as this will increase the
temperature inside of the appliance.
oMeat should be wrapped in polythene bags and then placed on
the glass shelf above the salad drawers.
(Meat should only be stored in this manner for one or two
days at the most).
oCold dishes/cooked food should be covered and can be placed
on any shelf.
oFruit and vegetables should be cleaned thoroughly and placed
in the salad drawers.
oCheese and butter should be placed in airtight containers, or
they can be wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags. As
much air as possible should be removed from the bags.
oMilk bottles should have a cap on them and be stored on the
bottle shelf that sits in the door.
oGarlic, potatoes, onions and bananas should only be
stored in a refrigerator IF they are stored in airtight
containers.
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Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR
APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN IT.
oDo not clean the appliance by pouring water onto
it or spraying water over it.
oThe refrigerator compartment should be cleaned
periodically, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda
and lukewarm water.
oClean the accessories separately with soap and water.
Do not clean them in a dishwasher.
oDo not sure abrasive products, detergents or soaps.
oAfter washing the appliance, wipe over the area that you have
cleaned with a damp cloth and then dry it thoroughly.
oWhen cleaning is complete, dry your hands and then reconnect
the plug to your mains supply.
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment
oDefrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator section during
operation. The defrost water is collected by the evaporating tray
and evaporates automatically.
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oThe evaporating tray and defrost water drain hole should be
cleaned periodically with the defrost drain plug. This will prevent
water from collecting in the bottom of the refrigerator, instead of
flowing down the defrost drainage channel and drain hole.
oYou can also pour a small amount of water down the drain hole
to clean inside of it.
oYou should be careful to make sure that food packages do not
touch the rear wall of the appliance, as this can interrupt the
automatic defrosting process and deflect water into the base of
your refrigerator.
oIf excessive ice deposits form on the back wall of the refrigerator
(larger than 3-5 mm), then you should switch off the appliance
using the thermostat dial. You should leave the appliance off
until the ice deposits have melted.
Replacing the light bulb
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WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR
APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE THE LIGHT
BULB.
oUsing a screwdriver remove the cover.
oThe bulb that you should use is an E14 max, which is the same
as the bulb originally fitted by the factory.
oPlease dispose of the bulb correctly.
oThe light bulb is not covered by Baumatic’s guarantee.
oReplace the light cover and after waiting five minutes, reconnect
your plug to your mains supply.

Installation IMPORTANT: Before installation and usage,
read all the instructions and make sure tha
voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on
the rating plate are exactly the same as the
voltage and frequency in your home. The rating
plate can be found on the front left edge of the
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inside of the refrigerator.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of the installer
failing to observe all the accident prevention regulations in force,
which are necessary for normal use and the regular operation of the
electric system.
Electrical connection
YOUR REFRIGERATOR IS INTENDED FOR FITTED
AND PERMANENT INSTALLATION.
We recommend that the appliance is connected by a
qualified electrician, who is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C.
and who will comply with the I.E.E. and local regulations.
oYour refrigerator comes supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. If in
future you need to change the fuse in this plug, then a 13 amp
ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.
oThe wiring in the mains lead is coloured as follows:
Brown Live
Blue Neutral
Green and yellow Earth
oAs the colours of the wires in the appliance’s mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your spur box, please proceed as follows:
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked “L”
(live), or coloured red.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked “N”
(neutral), or coloured black.
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
marked “E” (earth), or by the earth symbol, or coloured green
and yellow.
oWhen the connection is completed, no stray strands or cut wire
should be present. The cord clamp must be secured over the
outer sheath.

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Positioning
oIt is advisable that your appliance is only installed in a location
where the ambient temperature of the room, corresponds with
the climate classification that is stated on the rating plate of your
appliance. Your appliance may not function correctly if the
ambient temperature falls outside of the following ranges.
Climate classification
Appropriate ambient temperature
SN +10 to +32 degrees centigrade
N +16 to +32 degrees centigrade
ST +10 to +38 degrees centigrade
T +18 to +43 degrees centigrade
oPositioning the appliance requires two persons in order to avoid
injuries or damage to the appliance.
oYour appliance should not be located in direct sunlight or
exposed to continuous heat or extremes of temperature (e.g.
next to a radiator or boiler).
oYou should check whether there is an electrical socket available,
which will be accessible after your appliance is installed.
oPlace the appliance flatly and firmly on a solid base. The
appliance is fitted with adjustable feet on the front side, used to
level the appliance.
oThe rear side of the appliance is fitted with wheels which
facilitate the positioning of the appliance into its final location.
oAnything positioned above the appliance must be at least 5 cm
away to allow sufficient cooling of the condenser. You must allow
a 15mm gap to the rear of the appliance.
oAvoid exposing the appliance to direct sunlight or heat sources.
If this is not feasible, then you should install an insulation plate
between the appliance and the adjacent heat source.
oThe bottom front corners of your appliance are fitted with
handles to facilitate moving. The appliance may stand
independently or adjacent to a cupboard or wall.
oBe sure to leave enough space for the opening of the door, to
avoid damage to the appliance or personal injury. Also leave
ample space for extracting shelves. (see diagram on the next
page).

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Reversing the door of your appliance
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Caution! After unscrewing any of the fixing
hinges, hold the door to prevent it from falling
and causing damage.
Any parts that you remove from the appliance whilst
reversing the door, should be retained for later use.
Required tools; socket spanner number. 8, screwdriver, torque
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oRemove the upper hinge cover from both sides of the appliance.
oWHILST SUPPORTING THE DOOR, unscrew upper hinge
screws and remove the upper door from the middle hinge.
oOn the bottom side of the upper door unscrew the swing stopper
screws and remove the stopper (A). Fix the attached stopper
with its bearing on the opposite side of the door.
oUnscrew the forced door closure system (B) and fix it to the
opposite side of the door (certain models only).
oUnscrew the middle hinge
screws and remove the
door from the bottom
hinge.
oUnscrew the leg holder
fixing screws.

oTilt the appliance backward at a maximum angle of 35°. Unscrew
the leg support screws (C) - left and right, and remove the leg
support cover (D). Then place it on the opposite side.
oUnscrew, remove and then replace the position of the end switch
(E) and decorative peg (F) (for models with forced door closing
system).
oUnscrew the three screws fixing the bottom hinge and then fix
the bottom hinge on the opposite side.
oTo fit the door on the opposite side of the freezer proceed with
the above procedure in reverse.
Troubleshooting
IMPORTANT: If your refrigerator appears not to be
operating properly, before contacting the Baumatic
Service Department, please refer to the checklist
below.
My fridge does not appear to be working/there is no
power to my appliance.
oCheck that the plug is fully inserted into the power socket.
oCheck that there is power to your mains supply (e.g. that there
hasn’t been a power cut or that the fuse hasn’t blown).
oCheck that the thermostat inside the appliance has not been
turned to the off position.
oCheck that your mains supply voltage, corresponds to the
voltage stated on the rating plate of your appliance.
My fridge appears to be performing poorly
oCheck that the appliance isn’t overloaded and that food hasn’t
been packed too tightly into it.
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