Caple Ri553FF User manual

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The manufacturer of the product/s described herein, to which this description refers,
declares on its sole responsibility that the product/s meet the relevant fundamental safety,
health and protection requirements of the relevant EU guidelines and that the
corresponding test reports are available for examination by the relevant authorities and
can be requested from the seller of the appliance, especially with regard to CE
Declaration of Conformity issued by the manufacturer or with the manufacturer‘s
approval.
Moreover, the manufacturer declares that the parts of the appliance described in this user
manual, which come into contact with fresh food, do not contain any toxic substances.
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FULLY INTEGRATED FROST-FREE
FRIDGE-FREEZER
RFF 5050FF
Ri553FF

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Contents Page
Before use
Safety
Technical specification
About your appliance
About your appliance -functions
Using your appliance
Defrosting and ice cubes
Maintenance and cleaning
Troubleshooting
Installation – dimensions
Installation – building the appliance
Installation – locating the appliance
Reversing the door
Page number
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Thank you for buying this high quality appliance!
This handbook is designed to help you through each step of owning your new
appliance, from installation to use.
Please read through this handbook carefully before you start using your
appliance, as we have endeavoured to answer as many questions as possible,
and provide you with as much support as possible.
If, however, you find something missing or not covered, please contact our
Customer Care Centre, using the number at the back of this handbook, who will
be only too happy to help you.
Our policy is one of constant development and improvement, therefore we
cannot guarantee the strict accuracy of all out illustrations and specifications,
changes may have been made subsequent to publishing.
Thank you for buying this high quality appliance!
This handbook is designed to help you through each step of owning your new
appliance, from installation to use.
Please read through this handbook carefully before you start using your
appliance, as we have endeavoured to answer as many questions as possible,
and provide you with as much support as possible.
If, however, you find something missing or not covered, please contact our
Customer Care Centre, using the number at the back of this handbook, who will
be only too happy to help you.
Our policy is one of constant development and improvement, therefore we
cannot guarantee the strict accuracy of all out illustrations and specifications,
changes may have been made subsequent to publishing.

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Before Using Your Appliance
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that
this product 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.
By ensuring that this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more
detailed information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local council, your household waste disposal
service or the retailer you bought the appliance from.
What to do with an old appliance:
In order to prevent accidents, or small children becoming
trapped inside this appliance, we recommend that you
remove the door, and if required disable any locking
mechanisms, once you have finished using it.
Local councils or authorities will be able to recommend the
best way of recycling this appliance. Please contact them for
details about local recycling schemes in your area.
Packaging can be recycled in the appropriate manner, but
please contact local recycling centres for further information
if required.
Before installation
Check the appliance carefully for transport damage. A
damaged appliance must never be installed. If any part of
the appliance is damaged, please contact your retailer or
Customer Care using the number on the back of this
handbook.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving
it.
It is dangerous to attempt to alter the product specification
in any way, or attempt to modify it.
Make sure that the appliance itself does not stand or rest on
the power cable. Also make sure that no other heavy items
rest on the power cord, and that the cable is not trapped in
any way. Should the cable become damaged contact
Customer Care for replacement cable and a service visit.
Do not install if the plug has become damaged, and do not
plug the appliance into the power supply if the socket is
damaged or loose in any way – there is a danger of fire or
electric shock.

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Safety
Before installing or using this appliance, please be
aware of the following:
•This appliance operates using a 220 – 240V ~ 50Hz
0.8A power supply.
•This appliance comes with a 3-pin plug fitted, which
must be plugged into a suitable power outlet.
When using this appliance:
6Never store hazardous, inflammable, corrosive or
explosive items inside.
6Never store medicine, vaccines or chemicals inside the
appliance. This is a domestic cooling appliance and
cannot store items with strict temperature
requirements.
6Never store gasoline products inside the appliance.
6Never place any other electrical appliances on the top
of this appliance.
6Never hang from the doors of this appliance.
6Never place heavy items, unstable objects or water
containers on top of this appliance.
6Never spray water onto the appliance, or store it in wet
environments as this will damage the electrical
components of the appliance and cause a fire hazard.
6Never attempt any repairs unless you have been
advised to within this handbook, or by a qualified
service engineer.
6Never store alcohol or effervescent (fizzy) drinks in the
freezer compartment.
6Never remove or cut the power cord.
6Never use sharp or pointed implements to scrape ice
from the inside of the appliance as you may damage
the interior.
6Do not remove frozen foods from the appliance with
damp or wet hands as this may lead to frost / freezer
burns.
6Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
6Frozen food should not be re-frozen if it has defrosted.
6Never allow an excess of dust or debris to collect
behind the appliance near to the condenser. This can
lead to a fire hazard and this area must be cleaned
periodically.
Warning: This
appliance must be
earthed.
Always make sure a
competent person
installs this appliance.
The freezer
compartment is rated
at 4 star.
Should any of the
electrical components
or the cooling system
become damaged – do
not use this appliance
until it has been
serviced.
The data badge is
located either:
Inside the appliance.
OR
Outside the appliance
at the rear.
Warning: Do not
damage the refrigerant
circuit when installing
or cleaning.
Warning: Do not use
any kind of electrical
appliance in any food
compartments of this
appliance unless they
are of the type
recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Safety
Other safety considerations
Always switch off and unplug the appliance when you are:
Cleaning the inside of the appliance.
Changing light bulbs.
Always make sure that children do not play on the
appliance, hang off the door or sit on the drawers.
This appliance is designed for domestic cooling and freezing
only.
After the appliance has been installed please leave it to
stand for two hours to allow the refrigerant to settle before
you switch it on. Then allow time for the appliance to cool
down before beginning to load with food. The red over
temperature light is a good indicator of when the appliance
is cool (-5˚C) but try to leave it as long as possible after this
indicator light has gone out.
Child safety
Do not allow children to tamper or play with the appliance.
Keep all packaging materials away from children as there is
a risk of choking, or suffocation.
Warning: This appliance contains isobutene.
The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within this
appliance. It is a natural gas with a high level of
environmental compatibility – which is nevertheless
flammable.
Keep all ventilation openings clear of obstruction, and allow
proper clearances around the appliance – especially at the
rear of the appliance.
Failure to follow the instructions inside this handbook may
lead to any warranty becoming invalidated. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any damage caused to
the appliance through failure to follow the instructions
provided.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this
appliance. Keep them in a safe place and remember to pass
them on should you sell this appliance.
Warning: Do not use
any mechanical
devices to speed
defrosting of this
appliance unless they
are a type
recommended by the
manufacturer.
WARNING: Refrigerant
can cause serious eye
injuries if it leaks take
care when cleaning or
installing not to pierce
or puncture the pipes.
In the event of a
power cut, food should
remain safely cold for
10 hours.
Always make sure that
the plug is accessible
after installation.
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Technical Specification
Model name
Ri553FF
Gross capacity (litres)
Frozen food 100
Fresh food 162
Net capacity (litres)
Frozen food 91
Fresh food 158
Width (mm)
544
Height (mm)
1773
Depth (mm)
544
Energy consumption
KWh / day
1.01kWh / 24hrs
KWh / year
334kWh / yr
Energy rating
A
Star rating (freezer)
****
Rated current (Amps)
0.8
Power supply
220 - 240V ~ 50Hz
Climate class
N
Weight
70kg
Climate Class
Ambient temperature
SN
+10 to +32˚C
N
+16 to +32˚C
ST
+18 to +38˚C
Minimum clearance – door opening.
96cm /
960mm
100cm /
1000mm

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About Your Appliance
Freezer drawer
(deep)
Dairy
compartment
Bottle holder
Salad crispers
Shelves
Control panel
Storage
compartments
Freezer drawers
(regular)

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About Your Appliance
Refrigerator Compartment
Shelves
Used for storing fresh foods, or foods which are being
defrosted before use. In order to avoid cross
contamination, keep uncooked meat away from other foods
by storing them towards the bottom of the appliance so
meat juices do not drip onto other foods. Do not store
cooked food and uncooked food on the same shelf.
Crisper
Used for storing fresh salad vegetables, and keeping them
fresh and crisp. It can also be used to store all kinds of
other vegetables and fruits.
Tip: Regularly rinse out these crispers to avoid smells.
Dairy compartment
Used for storing butter, eggs and other dairy products
away from other foods which may have strong smells. This
prevents delicate foods taking on the taste of stronger
foods.
Can / small jars / small bottle holder
Used for storing cans of drink, or open food packages.
Keeps items upright and prevents spillage.
Bottle holder
Used for storing larger bottles of drink. Keeps them
upright and accessible without taking up space within the
refrigeration compartment.
Freezer Compartment
Freezer drawers
Used for storing foods such as ice cream, frozen meats and
vegetables, ready meals and other frozen foods.
Freezer drawers (deep)
Used for storing larger, or bulky items (i.e. whole meat
joints).
All drawers can be used to freeze fresh foods.
When freezing fresh
foods:
Always allow them to
cool down to room
temperature before
storing in the freezer.
To remove the shelves from
the appliance, open the door
fully (at least 90˚) tilt up at
the front and pull towards
you.
Shelves can be adjusted
using the grooves inside the
fridge as guides to suit
whatever requirements you
have.
The refrigeration
compartment is
designed for the short-
term storage of fresh
foods.
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About Your Appliance - Functions
The Control Panel
When the refrigerator is connected to the power supply the
green light (E) and the red over temperature warning light
(G) illuminate.
A. Temperature thermostat adjustor
B. Alarm stop button
C. Power indicator (green)
D. Over temperature indicator (red)
The power indicator
Once there is power to the appliance (C) illuminates.
Over temperature warning and alarm sound
Should the temperature inside the appliance rise above –5˚C
an alarm sounds and warning indicator (G) illuminates.
The temperature warning may sound for something simple
to remedy such as the door being left open. Or it may
signal a more serious fault giving you time to preserve food
accordingly avoiding spoiling.
Once the indicator light goes off, then temperature inside
the appliance is below –5˚C. To switch off the audio alarm,
press button (C).
NOTE: When the appliance is first switched on the indicator
light (G) will be illuminated – this in NOT a fault. The
indicator light should go out once –5˚C is achieved.

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About Your Appliance - Functions
Error alerts
This appliance is fitted with temperature sensors.
Should there be a persistent problem with the temperature
sensors, a red indicator light will illuminate and you should
call for a service engineers visit using the Customer Care
Centre number on the back of this handbook.
The appliance is controlled by a thermostat control situated
on the control panel.
Temperature selection
Higher settings on the thermostat mean lower (colder)
temperatures inside the appliance. Depending on ambient
temperatures, and thermostat setting – the temperature
inside the appliance can drop below 0. It is recommended
that when the ambient temperature is normal you set the
thermostat to a medium setting. Use the highest setting
only when required or recommended.
Ambient temperature changes outside the appliance affect
the interior temperatures of the appliance, when required;
you may need to adjust the thermostat accordingly.
When the thermostat is in the ‘off’ position (turned towards
the lower (warmer) setting), the appliance is switched off.
To switch it on, turn the thermostat towards the high
setting.
Even when the appliance is set to ‘off’ you will find that the
electricity supply is uninterrupted (the light will work etc.)
unless the appliance is un plugged or switched off at the
wall.

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Using Your Appliance
Note: Temperatures within the appliance can be affected
by how often, and how long the door is opened for. Always
try to keep the length of time the door is open to a
minimum and try not to open the door too frequently.
Always make sure that the door is properly closed after use.
Warning: Do not
damage the refrigerant
circuit when installing
or cleaning.
Warning: Do not use
any kind of electrical
appliance in food
compartments unless
they are of the type
recommended by the
manufacturer.
Warning: Do not use
any mechanical
devices to speed up
defrosting this
appliance unless they
are a type
recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Using Your Appliance
Using your appliance
Storing fresh foods
Packaging fresh foods properly, using the correct
temperature and taking into account food hygiene will
enhance the quality of fresh foods stored within this
appliance.
Use plastic bags, aluminium foil or other food wraps to cover
fresh foods not in packaging to prevent flavour transfer and
prevent contamination.
Make sure that foods which have been cooked and require
chilling are at room temperature before placing them into
the appliance. Make sure that these foods are stored in
suitable containers.
Before storing items in multi packs (i.e. yoghurts) remove
any excess packaging.
Make sure that foodstuffs are stored systematically (raw
meats with raw meats, dairy with dairy) to avoid flavour
transfer and cross contamination. Raw meats should be
stored towards the bottom of the appliance to prevent the
possibility of it dripping onto uncooked food – this is unsafe
to health. Other foods should be stored above raw meat.
If the appliance has
just been installed –
please leave it for a
few hours before
storing food inside.
The red over
temperature light goes
out at –5˚C and this is
a good indicator of
cold temperatures
inside the appliance.
Colder temperatures
are found towards the
bottom of the
refrigerator.
Always make sure that
you follow
manufacturers
guidelines on food
packaging when
storing it inside this
appliance.
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Raw meats
Salad & vegetables
Cooked meats
Other fresh
foods
Dairy products
Jars & cans
Bottles
Control panel
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Using Your Appliance
Never store anything flammable, volatile or explosive inside
the appliance.
Beverages with high alcohol content should be stored
vertically in tightly sealed bottles.
Foods should not touch the rear wall of the appliance.
Delicate foods should be stored in the coolest part of the
appliance.
Try not to open the door to often.
Set the thermostat to make sure that foods remain suitably
cold, try to avoid freezing within the fridge. Using a
refrigerator thermometer will help you to judge how cool the
appliance is.
Some foods contain natural oils and acids (e.g. citric acid)
which can damage plastics if spilled – make sure these foods
are suitably contained.
Unpleasant odours inside the fridge are a sign that
something has spilled and cleaning is required. Using warm
water with bicarbonate of soda will clean the interior of the
appliance and remove most spillages. (See cleaning your
appliance).
Always remember to remove perishable foods from this
appliance before taking prolonged trips or holidays.
Freezing fresh foods
As with storing fresh foods, suitable packaging, correct
temperature and food hygiene will enhance the quality of
the food you are freezing.
Make sure that all foods for freezing are of a high quality,
and suitable for freezing.
Use suitable packaging (plastic bags etc.) to store food in,
and make sure that it is air tight or well sealed. Leaking
packaging will dehydrate the products and lead to loss of
beneficial vitamins.
Mark packages with the kind of food contained and the date
of storage.
Food needs to be frozen quickly, so it is best to freeze small
portions whenever possible and ensure that they are as cold
as possible before storage.
Keep food which is fresh away from food which is already
frozen, if you need to freeze fresh food every day, make
sure that it is in small portions to prevent this.
Do not exceed the maximum load for freezing – (6kg / 24H).

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Using Your Appliance
Storing frozen foods
When storing commercially frozen foods, please follow these
guidelines.
Always follow manufacturers guidelines for the length of
time you should store food for. Do not exceed these
guidelines!
Try to keep the length of time between purchase and
storage as short as possible to preserve food quality.
Buy frozen foods which have been stored at a suitable
temperature.
Do not buy food which have ice or frost on the packaging –
this indicates that the products might have been partially
defrosted and re-frozen at some point – temperature rises
affect the quality of food.
When consuming ice cream or water ices allow them to
warm a little first to prevent freezer burns on hands or
tongue.
Deep drawer
Regular
drawers

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Defrosting food and Ice cubes
Defrosting food for cooking
Should food become partially thawed, or defrosted it should
be consumed as soon as possible as the quality will be
affected by defrosting.
Always make sure that foods dishes are thoroughly
defrosted before cooking and no ice crystals remain. This is
especially important for poultry, as this can be extremely
harmful to health.
Always follow the defrosting instructions on packaging when
defrosting ready meals – manufacturers guidelines are
always best, as some frozen foods should be cooked from
frozen.
Making ice cubes
Fill the ice cube tray two thirds full with cold water. Place
the tray into the freezer compartment, ensuring that it is
stable and won’t spill.
Time for freezing depends on how cold the freezer
compartment is, the temperature outside the appliance and
how often the compartment door is opened, you will usually
find that it takes between 2 and 6 hours at least.
With smaller freezer compartments, we recommend that you
make a supply of ice and store it inside a suitable container
for later use.
To remove ice cube from the tray, turn the tray upside down
over a storage box, pour a little water over the ice and twist
the tray slightly – allowing the ice to drop from the tray into
the storage box.

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Maintenance And Cleaning
Automatic defrosting
There is no need to defrost manually as this appliance is
Frost Free.
In the event of a power cut
Should there be a prolonged power cut you may need to
remove food from the freezer compartment and store it in a
cold place, wrapped in layers of newspaper to preserve
suitable temperatures. Once power is restored – replace the
food back into the freezer compartment.
Should food begin to defrost, or the power cut last longer
than expected, it is advised that you consume any food
removed from the freezer.
If the power outage is short term, most foods can be left
inside the freezer compartment – this is the best way of
preserving temperature.
Cleaning the inside of your appliance
Always disconnect the electricity supply before you start
cleaning.
Empty the appliance of food and remove the shelves.
The interior can be cleaned using warm water and
bicarbonate of soda, with a soft cloth. Make sure that the
interior is then dried carefully with a suitable cloth.
Do not use harsh abrasives, or aggressive cleaners as these
can damage the interior of the appliance.
Shelves and other accessories (plastic and glass parts) can
be cleaned in the sink using liquid dish washing liquid and
warm water. Make sure all soap is rinsed off and all parts
are dry before replacing them inside the appliance.
Do wash plastic parts in a dishwasher.
Clean the exterior of the appliance with a soft cloth and an
alcohol based cleaner. Do not use abrasive cleaners on the
exterior of the appliance.
The condenser at the rear of the appliance should be
cleaned periodically using a soft bristled brush or the brush
attachment of a vacuum cleaner.
The drain pan at should also be wiped out using a dish cloth,
but do not remove this part.
Once cleaning is completed, reconnect the electricity supply
and replace the food.
In the event of a
power cut, food should
remain safely cold for
10 hours.
Take care when
cleaning not to
damage the lining of
the appliance, or any
of the piping.
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Maintenance And Cleaning
When not is use. . .
If you are not using the appliance for an extended length of
time, it is recommended that you switch of the electrical
supply, empty any food out, clean the inside of the
appliance and leave the door open. This will save energy,
and also prevent a build up of stale odours inside.
Changing the plug
This appliance comes fitted with a 13amp plug fitted.
Should you need to replace the fuse, a 13amp ASTA
approved (BS 1362) must be used. Should the plug itself
need to be replaced, the wires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow = Earth
Blue = Neutral
Brown = Live
The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to
terminal marked with the letter E, coloured green and yellow
or marked with the earth symbol:
The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
marked with the letter N.
The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
marked with the letter L.
Upon completion, there must be no cut or stray wire present
and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath.
Changing the light bulb
Before replacing the light bulb, disconnect the appliance
from the electricity supply.
240V~ 15W Lamp
Lamp holder; E14 (lamps exceeding 15W must not be used.)
To remove the lamp cover, depress the clip at the rear, hold
both sides of the lamp cover and push ensuring that the lugs
are freed from the square slots on the lamp holder.
Turn the lamp anti-clockwise to remove, and turn clockwise
to install.
When replacing the lampshade ensure all the lugs are firmly
back in the slots.
Bulbs are not covered by any warranty, but can be
purchased at your local hardware store. Remember to take
the old bulb with you if you are unsure of what kind of bulb
to buy.

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Troubleshooting
The appliance fails to work when first connected to
the electricity supply.
Check there are no faults with the socket you are using by
plugging in an appliance you know to be working.
Make sure that you have switched the thermostat to an ‘on’
position.
The appliance seems to be continually running.
The door has been opened frequently.
The door isn’t properly closed because the seal needs
cleaning, or is damaged.
The door is damaged – leading to it dropping out of correct
alignment with the appliance.
The appliance has recently been filled with more food than
usual.
Ventilation is compromised – the condenser or the
compressor require clearing from dust.
There is inadequate ventilation around the appliance – other
appliances or units are too close.
The ‘Quick Freeze’ function has been switched on.
Ice has formed on the rear wall of the appliance, or it
is leaking water
If the outlet to the drain pan is clear, then automatic
defrosting will take care of this.
If the outlet is not clear, you need to clean it out with a
plastic straw, water should them be able to flow to the drain
pan and evaporate.
Ice is caused by the following:
The door seal needs cleaning / replacing as it is not holding
the door closed.
The door has been opened frequently or left open.
Food stored with the fridge was too warm.
Something inside the fridge is touching the rear wall.

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Troubleshooting
The appliance does not work
Check if the appliance has become unplugged.
Check to see if the power cord has become damaged – if it
has, un-plug the appliance and call for a service engineer
visit.
The voltage may not be correct for this appliance.
The appliance is making noises
The appliance is cooled by the compressor, which will make
a certain amount of noise when the appliance is switched
on.
The amount of noise depends on the age of the appliance
(older appliances may become noisier), the positioning of
the appliance (a levelled appliance is less noisy) and how the
appliance is used.
During use, you may hear the sound of the refrigerant being
circulated, and the sound of it flowing when the compressor
is off. The sound of the compressor itself, which is a
humming sound and a click when the compressor switches
off and on.
When you are starting the appliance for the first time, or
have had the appliance switched off for a prolonged length
of time, the sounds described above may be louder.
If noises seem to be too loud, or a little unusual it is more
than likely because the appliance requires levelling, or it is
touching an adjacent unit.
The light does not work
Check that the power supply has not been interrupted (i.e.
the plug has been disconnected).
The bulb may need replacing.

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Troubleshooting
The appliance does not seem to be keeping to the set
temperature.
Check that the thermostat is correctly set.
The door has not been closed properly, or has been opened
and closed frequently.
The appliance may be in direct sunlight or too close to a
heat source.
Bad odours inside the appliance
Food containers may not be sealed correctly.
The appliance may require cleaning.
There is food inside which had spoiled.