Britannia BL150706 User manual

Breeze Top Mount
Fridge Freezer
User Manual
Services, spares and technical
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Contents
04 Welcome
05 Safety instructions
10 Your Fridge Freezer
13 Electrical information
14 Technical speciication
15 Installation
18 Usage
19 Food storage tips
22 Cleaning and care
24 Troubleshooting
26 Guarantee
28 Index
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Welcome
Thank you for choosing this Britannia Fridge Freezer, which has been designed and
manufactured to give you many years of trouble-free service. You may already be familiar
with using a similar product but please take time to read these instructions, which have been
written to ensure you get the very best from your purchase.
Warranty
Britannia provides you with a 2 year guarantee which will protect you should your Fridge
Freezer develop an electrical or mechanical fault during the guarantee period. To ensure that
you get a prompt and eicient service, please register your Fridge Freezer immediately.
To register, complete the form online, visit us at
www.britannialiving.co.uk/warranty-registration
Items included
Welcome
Fridge Freezer complete with shelves and drawers
Ice cube trays
Figure 1

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Safety instructions
To ensure your safety and the safety of others, please read the following safety
precautions before you use your Fridge Freezer.
• Your Fridge Freezer conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can,
however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents
and damage to your Fridge Freezer, read this user guide carefully before using it for the
irst time. It contains important information on the installation, safety, use and maintenance
of your Fridge Freezer. Retain this user guide for future use and pass it on to any new
owners. Read this user guide before using or installing your Fridge Freezer.
• Do not expose your Fridge Freezer to moisture or rain.
• Always remove the mains plug from the wall socket when not in use or before any
service operation.
• Your Fridge Freezer is for domestic use only and is only intended for the storage of
edible foodstus.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental 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. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Before setting up your Fridge Freezer, check for any external visible damage.
Do not install or use your Fridge Freezer if it is damaged.
• Before connecting your Fridge Freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate
(voltage and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt,
consult a qualiied electrician.
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• Containers with lammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any
containers with lammable materials, such as spray cans or ire extinguisher reill cartridges
in the vicinity of the Fridge Freezer.
• Do not connect your Fridge Freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.
• A damaged power cord/plug can cause ire or give you an electric shock. When damaged
it must be replaced, this should only be done by qualiied personnel.
• Never remove the plug from the socket by pulling the cord. Always hold the plug.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit or
electric shock.
• Never let the power cord be crushed by the Fridge Freezer itself or other heavy objects.
• Never bend the power cord excessively.
• Never let the power cord touch or pass over heating appliances.
• Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp/wet. This could cause skin
abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Do not place izzy drinks, bottles and cans in the freezer compartment as they can burst as
the contents freeze.
• Faulty components must only be replaced by an approved Britannia engineer or
authorised agent using genuine spare parts.
• Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user. Repairs should only
be undertaken by an approved Britannia engineer or authorised agent.
Safety instructions
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• Do not use other electrical appliances inside the Fridge Freezer.
• Do not refreeze food once it has thawed out.
• Do not make any alterations to your Fridge Freezer, unless authorised to do so by Britannia.
• The packaging of the machine could be hazardous to children. Please refer to the disposal
instructions on the rear cover.
• Please ensure that you have removed all of the packaging materials and protective tape
from your Fridge Freezer before using.
• Please take care when moving your Fridge Freezer. It is heavy and we recommend that a
minimum of two people move it. Your Fridge Freezer has a wheel in each back corner. You
will ind it easiest to move your Fridge Freezer when it is tilted backwards and pushed into
position.
• The small quantity of refrigerant used in the Fridge Freezer is eco-friendly R600a (an
isobutene) and is lammable/explosive if ignited in enclosed conditions. If the cooler
elements have been damaged and if you suspect a leak, move the Fridge Freezer away
from any heat sources or open lame and ventilate the room the Fridge Freezer is in for a
few minutes.
• Because of the very low temperatures in the Freezer compartment, some foods, such as
ice lollies could cause frost burns if consumed immediately after being removed from the
Fridge Freezer.
• Keep the ventilation openings of the Fridge Freezer clear from obstruction.
• Do not store medicine or academic research samples that require strict temperature
control in the Fridge Freezer.
• When cleaning, do not use sharp implements as they may damage the Fridge Freezer.
• Store pre-packed frozen foods in accordance with their instructions and use by date.
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Ecological hints and tips:
We have provided a few important hints and tips, so that you can save on the cost of energy
and help protect the environment.
• Do not install the Fridge Freezer close to sources of heat such as a radiator or a cooker.
• Install the Fridge Freezer in a well ventilated room and keep the openings clear
from obstruction.
• Do not install the Fridge Freezer on a wet loor or in a location with high
humidity/moisture content.
• Food which is to be frozen (when cool) should be placed in the fridge compartment
before being transferred to the freezer.
• Pack all foods into airtight packages before placing them into the freezer compartment.
• Do not place food against the turbo fan, otherwise air circulation within the refrigerator
compartment will be impaired.
• Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the doors from closing properly.
• Try to avoid keeping the doors open for long periods or opening them too frequently as
warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
• Clean the condenser on the back of the Fridge Freezer at least once a year to make sure it
is free from dust and dirt.
Safety instructions
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Environmental information:
• Once installation is complete, please dispose of the packaging with due regard to safety
and the environment. Disposal instructions can be found on the rear cover.
• Your Fridge Freezer does not contain gases which damage the ozone layer, in either its
refrigerant circuit or insulation materials.
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Front view
Your Fridge Freezer
1Adjustable shelf
5Drain hole
7
Door
shelves
2Turbo fan
8
Bottle
shelf
3Thermostat/
light
4Adjustable glass
shelves
6Vegetable drawer
Figure 2
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The following information will help you to identify the dierent parts of your Fridge
Freezer and provide suggestions on the best way to use them.
Freezer compartment
1Adjustable shelf (two positions)
Refrigerator compartments
2Turbo fan - used to circulate air around the fridge. Do not block the turbo fan
3Thermostat/Light
4Adjustable glass shelves
5Drain hole - water formed as a result of automatic defrosting lows through this hole
into the vaporisation container at the rear of your Fridge Freezer and evaporates
6Vegetable drawer
7Door shelves
8Bottle shelf
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Rear view
Your fridge freezer
1Condenser
2
Vaporisation container
Figure 3
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Electrical information
1Condenser
2Vaporisation container
Electrical information
• Your Fridge Freezer requires a 220240V, 50Hz mains supply. Do not use any other supply.
• If your plug requires changing because it is not suitable for your socket, or it is damaged,
you should consult a qualiied electrician.
Fuse:
• Replacement fuses should be ASTA-approved to BS1362 and have the correct 13 Amp rating.
• Replacement fuses can be purchased from an electrical supplier.
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Technical specification
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Technical specification
Fridge Freezer
220-240 V AC, 50Hz
0.751 KWh/24h
4
T/SN (10°C - 43°C)
R600a
70 gr
63 Lt
3,5 Kg/24h
LED
A+ Class
10°C
Model
Power Source
Power Consumpon (W)
Freezer Rang
Climate Class
Refrigerant Gas
Gas Capacity
Freezer Capacity
Fresh Food Freezing Capacity
Fridge Light
Energy Eciency Rang
Minimum Room Temperature
Britannia Breeze Top Mount
Replacing the LED:
Contact the BRITANNIA helpdesk.

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Installation
Installation requirements
Before unpacking and manoeuvring your Fridge Freezer, please take the time to read
and become familiar with the following points:
• To avoid risk of injury, please take care when moving your Fridge Freezer. It is heavy and
we recommend that a minimum of two people move it. Your Fridge Freezer has a wheel in
each back corner. You will ind it easiest to move your Fridge Freezer when it is tilted
backwards and pushed into position.
• Make sure that your Fridge Freezer can it through all doorways on route to its inal location.
The dimensions of your Fridge Freezer (including the handles) are 1700mm high x 610mm
wide x 655mm deep.
Your Fridge Freezer should be positioned in a location that meets the following
requirements:
• In a dry room that can be ventilated and out of direct sunlight.
• Away from any heat source such as a radiator. If this is unavoidable, a suitable heat
insulator should be used (this is not supplied).
• On a suitable loor that will not become damaged, or sag under the weight of the Fridge Freezer.
• At least 500mm away from stoves, ovens and heater cores and 50mm away from
electrical ovens.
• At least 20mm away from another freezer.
• Clearance of at least 200mm is required at the top and back of your Fridge Freezer.
Do not place anything on top of your Fridge Freezer.
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Installation
Adjusting the feet
For safe operation, it is important that your Fridge Freezer is stable and balanced.
The two adjustable feet at the front are used to level your Fridge Freezer.
Make sure that your Fridge Freezer is level before placing any foodstus inside it:
1To increase the height of the Fridge Freezer, turn the feet clockwise (Figure 4).
2To decrease the height of the Fridge Freezer, turn the feet anti-clockwise (Figure 4).
Figure 4
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Temperature control
The thermostat (Figure 5) is used to regulate the temperature in the Fridge and
Freezercompartments. It can be set to any value from 15, where 5 is the setting with
the lowest temperature. For normal everyday use we recommend a value of 35. If ‘.’
is selected the compressor is switched o.
1To increase the temperature, turn the thermostat dial clockwise.
2To decrease the temperature, turn the thermostat dial anti-clockwise.
• We do not recommend that you operate your Fridge Freezer in environments colder
then 10°C as eiciency is reduced.
• Your Fridge Freezer is designed to operate in an ambient temperature of 16°C to 38°C.
Figure 5
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Before using your Fridge Freezer
• When using your Fridge Freezer for the irst time, or after transportation, keep it in an
upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This allows eicient
operation and prevents damage to the compressor.
• We recommend that you wipe all shelving and trays with a cloth soaked in warm water
mixed with a teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate before use. After cleaning, rinse with warm
water and dry.
• You may notice a slight odour when using your Fridge Freezer for the irst time. This is
perfectly normal and will fade away once the fridge starts to cool.
• Before using your Fridge Freezer, make sure that it has been connected to an appropriate
mains power supply and is switched on at the socket.
• When using your Fridge Freezer for the irst time, set the thermostat to a value of 4 for the
irst 24 hours.
• Your Fridge Freezer has a 5 minute built in delay function, designed to prevent damage to
the compressor. When power is applied to your Fridge Freezer, it will begin to operate
normally after 5 minutes.
Usage
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Food storage tips
Food storage guidance
To help you use your Fridge Freezer eiciently, please take the time to read the
following tips and guidance.
Storage Areas:
The circulation of air within your Fridge Freezer causes areas of dierent temperatures.
It is recommended that you make use of these areas when storing your food. The coldest
area of the fridge compartment is at the bottom, above the vegetable drawer. We
recommend that you use this area to store food that will perish easily, such as ish, ready
meals, baked goods and dairy products. The warmest area of your fridge is the top shelf of
the door. We recommend that you store butter and cheeses on this shelf.
Storing food:
It is best to store your food covered or packaged, to prevent it from drying out, and to
prevent smells aecting other food in your Fridge. Store fruit and vegetables loose in the
vegetable containers. Avoid storing potatoes, onions and garlic in your refrigerator.
Other tips you might ind helpful are:
• Wash your food before storage.
• Allow warm or hot food to cool down before storing. This helps to reduce power consumption.
• Keep as much space as possible between your items of food. This allows the cold air to
circulate freely around them.
• Take care when storing tropical fruit such as pineapples as they can quickly deteriorate in
lower temperatures.
• Divide and separate food into smaller pieces before storage.
• Cover or wrap food to prevent odours. We recommend that you store meat loosely
covered as this allows air to circulate around the meat causing the surface to dry slightly,
helping to prevent the growth of bacteria.
• Do not store food close to the lamp, or block the cover or the cooling compartment.
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The table below is a quick guide, showing you the most eicient way to
store the major food groups in your refrigerator compartment.
Food Storage duration Location
Fruits and vegetables 1 week Loose in vegetable drawer
Fish and meat 23 days Wrapped on glass shelf
Fresh cheese 34 days Top door shelf
Butter and margarine 1 week Top door shelf
Bottles, yogurt and milk Refer to packaging Door shelf
Eggs 1 month Door shelf
The Freezer compartment:
You should use the freezer compartment of your Fridge Freezer for storing food for long
periods and making ice. Aim to freeze fresh food as quickly as possible so that it keeps its
taste and appearance.
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity of your Fridge Freezer,
this will help to ensure that your food freezes as quickly as possible. The maximum freezing
capacity for freezing within a 24 hour period is 3.5kg.
The storage durations of frozen food can be changed by a variety of factors, such as; the
frequency of the doors opening and closing, thermostat settings, food types and the period
of time that elapsed from when the food was acquired to the time it entered the freezer. It is
important that you follow the packaging on frozen foods and do not exceed the storage
duration. The table opposite contains some recommendations on freezing.
Food storage tips
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