CDA FW522 Quick start guide

Customer Care Department • The Group Ltd. • Harby Road • Langar • Nottinghamshire • NG13 9HY
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FW522 Integrated
Larder Fridge
Installation, Use and Maintenance

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Important
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for injuries or losses
caused by incorrect use or installation of this product. Please note
that we reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee supplied with this
product following incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance.
This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or
who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had
supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by someone
who is responsible for their safety.
Under no circumstances should any external covers be removed for
servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified personnel.
Appliance information:
Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for
reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with
your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee purposes.
Appliance Model
Serial Number
EU Declarations of Conformity:
This appliance has been designed, constructed and marketed in
compliance with safety requirements of EU Directive 2014/35/EU (Low
voltage) and requirements of EU Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC).

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This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and
complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical safety (LVD)
and Electromagnetic interference compatibility (EMC). Parts intended
to come into contact with food conform to 1935/2004/EC.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE
PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as
urban waste. The refrigeration system contains insulating gases and
refrigerants, which require specialised waste disposal. The valuable
materials contained in this appliance can be recycle. It must be taken
to a special local authority dierentiated waste collection centre or to
a dealer providing this service.
Before disposing of an old appliance, remove the door seals, latch or
bolt lock to avoid the risk of child entrapment.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible
negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from
inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be
recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a
reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately,
the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

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Important
Never store inflammable or explosive items and strong corrosive
acids or alkalis in the appliance.
This is a household appliance, which is produced in accordance with
the national standard. It is intended for food storage only, not for
storage of blood, medicine and biological products.
To prevent risk of fire, keep the appliance away from petrol or any
other inflammables.
To prevent risk of electromagnetic interference or other accidents,
do not place a microwave oven on top of the refrigerator or use any
electric appliance inside the refrigerator.
Do not allow children to play with or near the appliance.
The internal surfaces of the fridge compartment may be very cold
when the appliance is running. Avoid touching, if possible, the
surfaces especially when hands are wet.
Do not splash water onto the appliance. Keep it away from places of
high humidity that may have adverse eect on the electric insulation
performance.
This appliance is designed to be used in ambient temperatures
between 10 and 32˚C. Use outside of this range may cause the
appliance to fail.

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Before first use
You must allow the fridge to settle for at least twenty four hours
prior to switching the power on.
It is recommended that you clean the interior of the appliance prior to
first use, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water and
then thoroughly drying the interior.
The fridge may have an odour to it at first use. This will disappear as
the appliance cools.
When first switching the appliance on it is advisable to set the fridge
to setting 3 on the thermostat dial and leaving the fridge to settle for
24 hours before adusting the temperature to the preferred setting.
Please note:
The appliance will work continuously until it comes down to the
correct temperature.
If the appliance is switched o, you should allow five minutes
before switching it on again to prevent unnecessary damage to the
compressor.
Never store inflammable or explosive items and strong corrosive
acids or alkalis in the appliance.
This fridge cools your food by making the inside back of the cavity
cold. It is normal for frost to build up on this surface; it then dissipates
and drains through a small drain at the bottom, where it evaporates
harmlessly. The presence of frosting at the back is not a malfunction
of the fridge.

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Use
Fridge
• Never put liquids in the refrigerator uncovered.
• Never put hot foods in the refrigerator. Warm food should be
allowed to cool to room temperature before being put into the
refrigerator.
• Nothing should rest against the rear wall of the refrigerator, as this
will cause frost and possible condensation problems which will be
dicult to remove.
• Make sure food is clean and any extra water is wiped away before
putting into the fridge.
• Wrap or cover food before putting into the fridge. This will help
prevent the loss of moisture, keep food fresh and avoid unpleasant
odours.
• Sort foods prior to storing. Any foods to be used soon should be
stored at the front of the shelf to prevent deterioration caused by
the door being open for prolonged periods.
• Do not overfill the fridge. There should be sucient space between
the foods to allow the cool air to circulate.
• Thawing frozen foods in the fridge compartment will help to keep
the temperature low and save energy.

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Storage and use
The fridge is for short term food storage. Although the temperature
can be maintained between 0-10˚C, extended periods of food storage
is not recommended.
As the cold air circulates within the fridge, the temperature can vary
between the dierent sections. As such, foods should be stored in
dierent sections according to type.
1. Lamp and thermostat
2. Butter and eggs
3. Food in jars and bottles
4. Drinks, e.g. milk
5. Cooked food
6. Yoghurts and cheese
7. Fresh meat and fish
8. Fruit and vegetables
The fridge shelves can be moved
according to the storage requirements
within the fridge section. To move the
shelf, lift up the front section and then
pull it outwards. To replace, slide the shelf back into the slot, and lower
the front section.
When storing root vegetables with leaves, such as carrots or turnips,
their leaves should be removed. This prevents the leaves from
absorbing nutrients from within the vegetables.
Fig. 1
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7
3
4
5
1
2
8

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Controls
Thermostat dial
The controls for this fridge are simple and consist of a single
thermostat dial. To change the temperature, simply turn the dial left
and right to cycle through the available settings. A centrally located
embossed arrowhead indicates the setting. In the above figure, the
setting is ‘0’. The settings available range from 0 to 5 with 0 being the
‘O’ setting and ‘5’ being the coldest.
After changing the temperature setting, the time taken to achieve
the new temperature will depend on how big the change is from the
previous setting.
Switching On and O
When the fridge is connected to a power supply it will automatically
switch on unless the thermostat dial is set to ‘0’. To switch the
appliance on, turn the dial to a setting between 1 and 5. To switch
the appliance o, turn the dial to setting ‘0’. If you are turning the
appliance o for a long time, then switch o the mains power supply
also.
Fig. 2

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Care and cleaning
Always disconnect the appliance from
the power supply before any cleaning
or maintenance.
The fridge should be cleaned using
a solution of bicarbonate of soda and
lukewarm water. Do not use abrasive
products or detergents. After washing,
rinse and dry thoroughly.
Clean the shelves and balconies
separately by hand with a mild solution
of washing up liquid and water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.
The water drain hole at the back of the fridge compartment and
the evaporating tray should be cleaned periodically to prevent the
defrosted water from collecting inside the fridge compartment. The
cleaning rod can be used to clean the drain hole.
If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of time,
unplug and clean the appliance. The door should be left slightly ajar
to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant odours.
fig. 3
Water Outlet
Cleaning Rod

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Defrosting the fridge
The fridge is self-defrosting. Any water created will run out of the
fridge through the channel at the back of the fridge.
It is important to keep the channel clear at all times using the cleaning
tool supplied.
The defrosted water is collected in the evaporating tray at the back of
the appliance and dissipated by evaporation.
If you notice a heavy build up of ice, refer to the troubleshooting
section on ice on page 12.

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Troubleshooting
If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check
the troubleshooting prior to calling CDA Customer Care to prevent
unnecessary service calls and potential cost.
If the appliance is not working, check the following:
• There is power to the appliance.
• The house fuses are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.
• The on/o switch is not set to o.
• The plug socket is functioning fine. To check this, plug another
electrical appliance in to see if the socket is faulty.
If the appliance is working, but not very well, check the following:
• The appliance is not overloaded.
• The thermostat is set to an appropriate temperature.
• The doors are closing properly.
• The cooling system at the rear of the appliance is clean and free of
dust, and not touching the rear wall.
• There is enough ventilation at the side and rear walls.
If the appliance is noisy, check the following:
• The appliance is level and stable.
• The side and rear walls are clear, and there is nothing resting on the
appliance.
• Note: The cooling gas in the refrigerator may make a slight bubbling
or gurgling noise, even when the compressor is not running.

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If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator compartment,
check the following:
• The drain hole in the channel at the back of the compartment is
clear.
• There are no items touching the rear wall of the appliance. If there
are, adjust their position so that they no longer touch it.
• Check that there is some resistance when opening the door of the
appliance. If it opens at the slightest touch it may mean that the door
seal needs to be replaced.
• Check the door seal for any kinks, debris or damage. If you notice
any, and are unable to resolve the issue yourself, contact CDA
Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced.
If ice has formed on the back wall of the fridge:
• It is normal for some ice droplets to form on the back wall of the
fridge. This does not constitute a fault with the appliance.
• Ensure that no items inside the fridge are in contact with the back
wall.
• Check that there is some resistance when opening the door of the
appliance. If it opens at the slightest touch it may mean that the door
seal needs to be replaced.
• Check the door seal for any kinks, debris or damage. If you notice
any, and are unable to resolve the issue yourself, contact CDA
Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced.

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= Airflow
Installation and Ventilation
This appliance must never be installed close to heat sources, e.g.
heating elements, cookers or in damp places.
• To ensure the appliance is level, you should use the height
adjustable feet at the front of the appliance.
• The cooling system at the rear of the appliance must not touch the
rear wall or cabinet.
• The appliance must be
installed with adequate
ventilation. Ensure that
there is clearance above
the appliance to allow air
to escape and that there is
space between the rear of
the appliance and the wall.
Fig. 5 shows the ventilation
requirements for your
appliance. Failure to provide
adequate ventilation can
lead to increased running
costs, premature failure and
may invalidate the warranty
provided with the appliance.
Further information regarding
ventilation is supplied on page
14.
Fig. 5

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Ventilation
The main consideration when installing any refrigeration unit into
a fitted kitchen is ventilation. The heat removed from the cooling
compartment needs to be dissipated into the atmosphere. Incorrect
ventilation can lead to premature compressor failure, excessive power
consumption and total system failure. For products intended to be
installed into a housing unit, the following requirements need to be
met:
Important
Please follow the instructions to install this unit.
plan view of rear ventilation gap
The top of the cabinet needs to be
vented into the room
Recommended size of vent opening:
500 x 30mm
If the furniture does not allow free air
into the room then a plinth vent, or other
means of ventilation needs to be pro-
vided to ensure a natural flow of air
There should be space at the rear of the
cabinet to allow cool air to be drawn over
the condenser.
Recommended:
500 x 35mm
An air intake
should be provided
somewhere in
the cabinet run to
allow free air in.
In this example, a
plinth vent is shown
underneath the
refrigerator .
A cutout should be
made in the plinth
below the fridge/
freezer and this
finished neatly using
the air vent grille
supplied.
Alternatively, a thin
section of the plinth
can be removed
to allow air into the
unit (recommended
600mm x 10mm).
Refrigerator
outline
Min 30mm
Fig. 6

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The open channel at the rear is clearly shown. For the correct
operation of the appliance it is important that the top of the housing
unit is not blocked o. A channel depth of 40-50mm is normal with
most units.
A ventilation hole is required in the plinth of the unit; this allows air to
be drawn over the compressor & heat exchange. A decorative grille
is supplied with the appliance to finish this vent neatly. Alternatively
the required air flow can be achieved by removal of a thin section of
plinth (recommended 600mm x 10mm minimum).
As a rule, the more air that can get in to the furniture cabinet, the
better and more ecient the operation of the product.

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Mounting the fascia doors
2
1
fig. 10
Fig. 8 - Fitting the decor door bracket
Remove the white decorative cover (Fig. 7) by lifting it upwards.
Obtain the below measurements:
Dimension B= Measure from the
underside surface of kitchen unit
to the bottom of fixing bracket.
Dimension C= Measure from the
underside surface of kitchen unit
to the top of next unit door.
Unscrew and remove the nuts
and washers from the top of the
appliance door to remove the bracket.
Fig. 9 - Fitting the decor door bracket
Subtract C from B and put the
fixing bracket (2) in place using this
measurement for vertical position and
place to the centre for horizontal position.
Secure the fixing bracket (2) using
screws(1).
Fig. 10 - Fitting the decor door
Place the decor door onto the appliance
door by inserting adjustment bolts into
the slots on the fixing bracket. Locate
the washers and screw the nuts onto the
adjustment bolts.
fig. 8
fig. 9
fig. 7

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Fig. 11 - Aligning the decor door
Close the door and check the
alignment with the other unit doors.
Adjust the decor door by screwing or
unscrewing the adjustment bolts for
vertical adjustment and by the help of
the slots on the fixing bracket for other
directions. Lock the screws into place
as shown in Fig. 11.
Fitting the decor door base fixings
With the appliance door open, locate the metal decor door base fixing
brackets and screw the fixings to the decor door. You may need to
remove and re-fit these brackets depending upon the decor door
used.
Fitting the decorative cover
Re-fit the decorative cover, that you removed in the first step, on to
the decor door fixing bracket.
Check that the whole door assembly operates smoothly and that the
door seal of the refrigerator is still creating a seal.
fig. 11
10
10
8

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Reversing the fridge door
We recommend you seek the help of another individual to support the
doors whilst performing this operation.
1. Open the door.
2.Carefully prise o the white cover
caps for the side that you wish to
switch the hinges to.
3. Loosen the screws that hold the
hinges to the fridge cabinet and
remove the door.
4. Remove the screws that secure the
hinge to the door.
5. Place the door somewhere
safe where it will not cause or
receive damage.
6. Relocate the hinges to their
opposing corners as shown in Fig.
12.
7. Refit the door to the hinges.
Do not turn the door upside down.
8. Insert the cover caps (3) on the
opposite side in the exposed holes.
9. Ensure that the door seal is correct,
as per page 19.
fig. 12

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Ensuring the door seals correctly:
It is normal for the seal to be compressed after the door has been
reversed.
With the door closed, use a hair dryer to expand the seal and fill the
gap between the door and the body of the appliance.
Take care not to use the hair dryer too close to the appliance, which
could damage the seal. A distance of approximately 10cm should be
adequate.
When completed, allow the seal and door to cool before touching them.
Once done, the seal will remain in position.

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Electrical Information
Warning! This appliance must be earthed.
The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A
13Amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow the
steps below:
1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type, into the
fuse cover.
3. Replace fuse cover.
Important: Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in
position.
How to connect an alternative plug
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, then it should
be cut o and disposed of safely to avoid possible shock hazard. A
suitable alternative plug of at least 13 Amp rating to BS 1363 should be
used.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
Fig. 13
B
A
Green and Yellow to Earth
Brown to Liv e
13 Amp fuse
Cord Clamp
Blue to Neutral
13 Amp