Baumatic RETRO12BL User manual

RETRO12BL/
RETRO12IV
Fridge with icebox

USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
RETRO12BL/RETRO12IV
268 Litre retro style fridge
with icebox
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 04/02/09
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Contents
Contents ...............................................................................................3
Environmental note………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
Important safety information.................................................................5-6
Specifications of your RETRO12BL/RETRO12IV............................................6
Description of the appliance .....................................................................7
Description of the product features...........................................................................7-8
Using your Baumatic fridge freezer.........................................................8-9
Before switching on...................................................................................................8
During first use .....................................................................................................8-9
Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat...................................................9
Arranging and storing food in the fridge section .....................................9-10
The ice box...................................................................... 10-12
Fast freeze switch.............................................................................................. 10-11
Freezing fresh food .................................................................................................11
Tips on freezing...................................................................................................... 12
Making ice cubes .................................................................................................... 12
Cleaning and maintenance................................................................ 12-14
The defrost drain hole ............................................................................................. 13
Defrosting the ice box....................................................................... 13-14
Replacing the light bulb ...........................................................................................14
Installation ..................................................................................... 15-16
Electrical connection................................................................................................15
Positioning........................................................................................................ 15-16
Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 16-17
Contact details……………………………………………………………………………………………………18
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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.
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on
Waste electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product,
indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it
shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in
accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information
about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city
offi ce, your hosehold waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
oThe packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally friendly and can be recycled.
oPlease discard all packaging material with due regard for the environment.
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Important safety information
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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 Lin
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 is 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.
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.
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.
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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 or 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.
Specifications of your RETRO12BL/RETRO12IV
Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic fridge freezer
oTotal gross/net capacity: 271/268 litres
oGross capacity (fridge/freezer): 250/21 litres
oEnergy efficiency: A+
oStar rating: ****
oAdjustable thermostat
oAutomatic defrost (fridge section)
oFast freeze function
oIce box
o4 Adjustable glass shelves
o2 Bottle shelves
o2 Egg racks
o2 General racks
oSalad crisper
oIce cube tray
oAdjustable feet
Dimensions of appliance
Height: 1465 mm
Width: 600 mm
Depth: 635 mm
* 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 section. 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
Fridge section (A)
1) Adjustable shelves
2) Salad crisper cover
3) Salad crisper
4) Bottle shelves
5) Half width door shelves
6) Egg racks
7) Upper door shelves
Ice box (B)
o4 star ice box
8) Interior light
9) Fast freeze switch
10) Thermostat dial
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.
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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 “The defrost drain hole” section for a detailed
explanation of how to keep the channel clear.
3) Salad crisper drawer and cover
oThe salad 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 and half width door shelves
oThe door liner holds various shelves, which are suitable for storing eggs, cheese, butter and yogurt. As well as
smaller packages, tubes, cans etc.
5) Bottle shelves
oThe lower door shelves should be used for storing reasonably sized bottles.
oIMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT NONE OF THE SHELVES THAT SIT IN THE DOOR ARE
OVERLOADED, AS THIS WILL DRASTICALLY REDUCE THEIR WORKING LIFE.
6) Ice box
oA ice box, with a gross capacity of 21 litres.
Using your Baumatic fridge freezer
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.
During first use
oYou should set the thermostat dial to its maximum setting for 24 hours after switching on the appliance for
the first time.
oWhen you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run continuously for approximately 24 hours or
until the fridge freezer 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.
oYou should then adjust the thermostat dial down to its normal operating position.
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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.
Switching 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 dial
(10) is located on the upper right hand side of the fridge section, next to the interior light.
oThe thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside the fridge freezer, depending on what number
you have turned the thermostat dial (10) to.
oPosition <0 STOP> means that the appliance will not cool. However the light will still function.
oPosition <1> will give you a higher temperature inside the fridge freezer.
oPosition <7> will give you a lower temperature inside the fridge freezer.
oIdeally the thermostat should be set between positions <3> - <4>.
oThe fridge section can maintain a temperature of between 4 – 6 degrees centigrade.
oThe freezer section can cool down to -18°C and lower.
oIMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room, the temperature of food and the amount of
food that has been placed in the fridge freezer 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 freezer will work harder to maintain a lower
temperature. There is no need to run your appliance on this setting for prolonged periods. You should have
the thermostat knob set to between <3> - <4>.
oIMPORTANT: Do not run the thermostat above position <5> for prolonged periods of time, otherwise the
defrost drain hole may freeze.
Arranging and storing food in the fridge section
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 the fridge section, 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.
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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 crisper.
(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 kept in
airtight containers.
The ice box
The ice box 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.
Fast freeze switch
oYour appliance is fitted with a fast freeze switch (9), which you should use when freezing fresh food.
oThe fast freeze switch has two symbols on it:-
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