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USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
BR17A Built under fridge
with freezer compartment
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 30/04/09
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Contents
Environmentalnote 4
Important safety information 5 – 6
Specifications of your larder fridge 7
Description of the appliance 8
Description of the product features 8 - 9
Using your Baumatic larder fridge 10
Beforeswitchingon 10
Duringfirstuse 10
Turning on the appliance and setting the thermostat 11
Arranging and storing food in your refrigerator 12
Cleaning and maintenance 13
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment 13 – 14
Replacing the light bulb 14
Installation 15
Electricalconnection 15
Positioning 16
Aperturedimensions 16
Adjusting the height and leveling off your larder fridge 17
Installing your refrigerator 18 – 21
Adjusting the plinth/kickboard 22
Reversing the door of your appliance 22 - 24
Troubleshooting 25 - 26
Contactdetails 27

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 Advice Line.
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 might 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 supplier.
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 Customer Care Department.

Specifications of your fridge
Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic fridge.
oTotal gross/net capacity: 139/128 litres
oGross capacity (fridge/freezer): 120/19 litres
oNet capacity (fridge/freezer): 111/17 litres
oEnergy efficiency class: A
oFreezer star rating
oAdjustable thermostat
o2 safety glass shelves
o3 door racks
oEgg trays
oSalad crisper
oIce cube tray
oReversible door
oAdjustable feet
Dimensions of appliance
Height: 820 - 900 mm
Width: 595 mm
Depth: 550 mm
Dimensions of aperture*
Height: 820 mm – 900 mm
Width: 600 mm (min)
Depth: 550 mm (min)
* 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.
In order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, you should
check the rating plate. The rating plate is located on the front left edge
of the inside of the fridge. You will need to open the door of your
appliance to be able to find it.
The rating plate will indicate the ambient temperature range that your
appliance will function correctly within.
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Description of the appliance
*There is also a half width door shelf and two egg racks, which are
not shown in the above drawing.
Description of the product features
1) Shelves
oThe shelf may be placed in any of the guide slots within the
interior of the appliance. It is protected from sliding out.
oTo remove the shelf: Take off all of the items that are stored on
the shelf, then lift the front of the shelf and carefully pull it out of
the grooves.
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 drawer 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.
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4) Dairy shelf
oThe dairy shelf is suitable for storing eggs, cheese 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: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT NONE OF THE SHELVES
THAT SIT IN THE DOOR ARE OVERLOADED, AS THIS WILL
DRASTICALLY REDUCE THEIR WORKING LIFE.
6) Freezer compartment
oA freezer section, with a net capacity of 19 litres.
Using your Baumatic fridge
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 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.
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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 in the appliance.
oIf the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5
minutes before restarting the appliance with the thermostat or
connecting it to your mains supply.
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 control knob is located on
the right hand side of the fridge.
oThe thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside of
the fridge, depending on what number you have turned the
thermostat control knob to:-
oPosition <0> means that the appliance will not cool. However
the light will still function.
oPosition <1> will give you a higher temperature inside of the
fridge.
oPosition <7> will give you a lower temperature inside of the
fridge.
oIdeally the thermostat should be set to a position of between
<3> to <4>.
oYour refrigerator can maintain a temperature of
between 4 – 6 degrees centigrade.
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oIMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room, the
temperature of the food and the amount of food that has been
placed in the appliance and how often the door is opened, will all
affect the temperature being maintained by the appliance.
oOn the maximum setting (position <7>), your fridge 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 between <3> to <4>.
oIMPORTANT: Do not run the appliance with the thermostat
above number 5 in normal usage otherwise the defrost drainage
hole will freeze.
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 drawer.
(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 drawer.
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.
The freezer compartment
The freezer compartment is suitable for storing and freezing food.
oThe freezer compartment temperature must have
already reached -18 degrees centigrade (or lower)
before you attempt to store food that is already
frozen or freezing fresh food.
oThe freezer compartment is only able to freeze a certain quantity
of food at one time. You should not attempt to freeze more than
2 kilograms of fresh food within a 24 hour period.
oWarm food should be allowed to cool down before you attempt
to freeze it. If you place warm food in the freezer compartment,
then the increased humidity will cause quicker ice formation and
increase the amount of power that the appliance uses.
oThe guidance of the food manufacturer should be followed, in
regard to the maximum storage time.
oThawed foods must not be frozen for a second time.
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Freezing fresh food
oTo freeze the maximum quantity of fresh food
specified above, you should turn the thermostat
up to the highest setting 24 hours prior to
attempting freezing.
oFor smaller quantities of fresh food, the thermostat should be
turned up to its highest setting approximately 6 hours prior to
attempting freezing.
oFresh food should be packed into airtight
containers or packaging. This will help to make
sure that the food doesn’t dry out or lose its
flavour. It will also ensure that flavour does not
transfer from other foods.
oThe food should be placed on the freezer compartment’s base.
Do not allow fresh food to touch items that are already frozen.
oAfter 24 hours you should check that the fresh food is
satisfactorily frozen. If it is then the thermostat should be turned
down to its normal setting (between <3> and <4>).
Tips on freezing oFreezer bags, polythene wraps, aluminium
foil (extra thick) and special cans for frozen
foods are suitable packaging for storing
frozen goods in.
oTape, rubber bands or plastic clips are suitable
for sealing bags and wrappings.
oBefore sealing a suitable bag, you should
compress the air out of it, as this will help the
food to freeze more easily.
oFlat packages freeze more easily.
oIf you are freezing liquid, then do not fill the container to the
brim. Liquids will expand when being frozen.
oDo not place bottles (glass or tin) containing liquids
(especially sparkling liquids) into the freezer as they
could cause the bottle to burst during freezing.
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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 use 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.
Defrosting the freezer compartment
The frost in the freezer compartment should be removed periodically.
You can use a plastic scraper to keep down the amount of frost that
builds.
IMPORTANT: The freezer compartment should be defrosted at least
twice a year. The number of times that you need to defrost it, will
depend on the setting of your thermostat and how much food you
freeze and store in the compartment.
oThe day before you defrost, the thermostat dial to position <7>,
this will make sure that the food contained in the compartment
is frozen properly.
oWhilst defrosting the appliance, the food should be removed
from the compartment and wrapped in several layers of paper
and stored in a cool place. The foods rise in temperature will
shorten its storage life and therefore the food should be used
within a relatively short period of time.
oDO NOT PLACE FOOD BACK IN THE FREEZER
COMPARTMENT THAT HAS STARTED TO THAW.
oSet the thermostat knob to position <0> and disconnect the
appliance from your mains supply.
oLeave the door to the appliance and the freezer compartment
open. You can place a bowl of warm water inside the freezer
compartment to speed up the defrost process.
oOnce all the ice that has built up has melted, then the inside of
the freezer compartment should be dried thoroughly. Failure to
do this will result in immediate ice build when the appliance is
turned back on.
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oWith dry hands, reconnect your appliance to your mains supply.
Set the thermostat knob to position <7> for a 24 hour period,
before returning it to the normal setting of between <3> and
<4>.
oYou should not attempt to freeze fresh food inside the freezer
compartment until this 24 hour time period has elapsed.
oDo not defrost the appliance with other electrical devices
(e.g. hair dryer). Do not use sharp metal objects to
remove the ice on the freezer, as this could cause damage
to the refrigerant system.
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.
oPress the rear end of the bulb cover until the sides release and
then lift the bulb cover clear of the bulb.
oChange the present light bulb with a new one. The replacement
bulb should not have a greater rating than 15 W; (an E14 15 W
bulb should be used).
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 that the
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
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
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).
oThe door should be able to open completely and freely
oThe appliance should be situated so you can easily access the
food that is stored in it.
oYou should check whether there is an electrical socket available,
which will be accessible after your appliance is installed.
oIMPORTANT: To allow the door of the appliance to open without
fouling the unit that is next to it. It maybe necessary to insert an
18 – 20 mm cabinet side/end panel between the appliance and
the base unit. It should be positioned on the same side that the
appliance door is hinged on.
Aperture dimensions
1) Figure 1 shows the aperture size that you will need to be able to
install your appliance.
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oThe appliance must be stood on a level floor. You can use the
leveling feet to take into account any minor unevenness in
the floor.
Adjusting the height and leveling off your larder fridge
2) Place the larder fridge into the aperture. The height and level of the
appliance should then be adjusted so it sits properly under the
worktop.
oLocate the 4 rotating, leveling feet on each corner of the
appliance. oLoosen the locking nut by turning it
clockwise using the spanner.
oTurn the foot to either raise or
lower the height of the larder
fridge.
oThe appliance should be flush with the underside of the worktop
and be level.
oFully tighten the locking nut on
each leg, against the underneath of
the larder fridge.
IMPORTANT: If the appliance is not level, then the door and door seal
may be affected.
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Installing your refrigerator
If you need the appliance door to open from the other
side, then please reverse the door before commencing the
installation process. (See “Reversing the door section”).
Tools required:-
oTape measure
oSharp pencil
oSmall flat bladed screwdriver
oSpanner
oBradawl
oDrill
o3 mm drill bit
IMPORTANT: We recommend that two people install this appliance.
3) Measure from the
underside of the worktop to
the bottom of the front
brackets (A).
oMeasure from the
underside of the
worktop to the top of
the appliance door
(B).
4) Measure the width of the
furniture door, at the
halfway point mark a line
down the inner surface of
the furniture door. The line
should go down the entire
length of the furniture door.
oDeduct measurement (B) from measurement (A), this gives you
distance (C).
oMeasure distance C from the top of the furniture door and at a
90° angle; mark a line across the centre line.
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