Currys Essentials CIFF5012 User manual

BUILT-IN FRIDGE FREEZER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CIFF5012
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Contents
Unpacking.................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation ................................................................................................................................... 5
Location ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Reversing the Door Swing................................................................................................................................... 5
Levelling the Unit ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Cleaning Before Use .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Before Using Your Unit.......................................................................................................................................... 9
Interior Accessories................................................................................................................................................ 9
Product Overview...................................................................................................................... 10
Operation ................................................................................................................................... 11
Switching On Your Unit ......................................................................................................................................11
Adjusting the Temperature...............................................................................................................................11
Noises Inside the Unit!........................................................................................................................................11
Shopping for Chilled Foods ..............................................................................................................................12
Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit...................................................................................................................12
Shopping for Frozen Foods ..............................................................................................................................12
Preparations for Freezing...................................................................................................................................13
Defrosting Frozen Food......................................................................................................................................13
Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Defrosting ...............................................................................................................................................................14
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit....................................................................................14
Cleaning Tips..........................................................................................................................................................14
Maintenance .............................................................................................................................. 15
Changing the Internal Light .............................................................................................................................15
Care When Handling / Moving the Unit.......................................................................................................15
Servicing..................................................................................................................................................................15
Switching O for Long Periods of Time........................................................................................................15
Disposal...................................................................................................................................... 15
Specications............................................................................................................................. 16
Safety Warnings......................................................................................................................... 17
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Unpacking
Remove all packaging from the unit. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
The Main Unit
Salad Bin Cover Shelf
P.N.: 1055227
Fridge Glass Shelf x 2
P.N.: 1099040
Salad Bin x 2
P.N.: 1401338
Small Freezer Drawer x 3
P.N.: 1401339
Large Freezer Drawer
P.N.: 1401337
Upper Fridge Door Shelf
P.N.: 1120830
Egg Tray
P.N.: 1413713
Instruction Manual
P.N.: DSGCIFF5012-002
Thank you for purchasing your new Currys Essentials Fridge Freezer.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual
in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers.
Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this
instruction manual for future reference.
If items are missing or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only).
Tel: [phone] for assistance.
Ice Tray
P.N.: 1353187
Middle Fridge Door Shelf
P.N.: 1120831
Lower Fridge Door Shelf
P.N.: 1120832
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Location
When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and
the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 16°C and 32°C.
Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct
sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures
may also cause the unit not to perform properly. This unit is not designed for use in a garage
or outdoor installation. Do not drape the unit with any covering.
When installing the unit, ensure that 200 mm of free space is left at both sides, 200 mm at
the rear and 300 mm at the top of the unit. The door can be opened to the right or the left,
depending on what better suits the location. Please ensure there is adequate space for the
door to fully open.
Reversing the Door Swing
Tools required: Philips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner
1. Tilt the unit slightly towards the rear and
prop it securely. Two people are required
to tilt the unit during the door reversal
process.
Installation
• If you want to have the door swing reversed, we recommend that you contact a
qualified technician. You should only try to reverse the door yourself if you believe
that you are qualified to do so.
• All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door. You should
rest the unit on something solid so that it will not slip during the door change
process. Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system. Ensure the
unit is unplugged and empty.
• Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty.
• Adjust the two levelling feet to their highest position.
• To take the door off it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the
unit on something solid so that it will not slip during the door reversing process.
• All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.
• Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system.
• We recommend that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.
INSTALLATION
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3. Unscrew the upper pin and screw it into
place on the opposite side. Fit the door
into the upper pin and close it. Screw the
hinge pin bracket securely into place on
the opposite side using the screws.
2. The side at which the door opens can be
changed from the right side (as supplied)
to the left side, if the installation site
requires. Tilt the appliance slightly
towards the rear and prop it securely.
Unscrew the door hinge screws and
remove the hinge pin bracket. Open
the door a little way and take it out
downwards.
5. With the door closed, check that the
door is aligned horizontally and vertically
and that the seals are closed on all sides
before finally tightening the bottom
hinge. Re-adjust the levelling feet as
needed.
4. After placing the freezer door, screw the
middle hinge back onto the opposite
side of the unit.
Ensure the freezer door is aligned
horizontally and vertically, so that the
seals are closed on all sides before
finally tightening the hinge.
INSTALLATION
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Levelling the Unit
To do this adjust the two levelling feet at the front of the
unit.
If the unit is not level, the doors and magnetic seal
alignments will not be covered properly.
Before Using Your Unit
Before placing any food in your unit, turn it on and wait for 24 hours, to make sure it is
working properly and to allow it time to fall to the correct temperature. Your unit should not
be overfilled.
Interior Accessories
Various glass or plastic storage shelves are included with your appliance – different models
have different combinations.
You should always slide one of the full size glass storage shelves into the lowest set of
guides, above the fruit and vegetable containers, and keep it in this position. To do this, pull
the storage shelf forward until it can be swivelled upwards or downwards and removed.
Please do the same in reverse to insert the shelf at a different height.
Cleaning Before Use
Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm
water using a ‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves,
drawers and salad bin. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth.
If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
• Before Plugging in YOU MUST
Check that you have a socket which is compatible with the plug supplied with the
unit.
• Before Turning On!
Do not turn on until two hours after moving the unit. The coolant fluid needs time
to settle.
In order to make the most of the volume of the fresh food storage compartment and
frozen-food storage compartment, the user can remove one or more shelves and/or
drawers, according to your daily use.
INSTALLATION
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Product Overview
Egg Tray Ice Tray
Freezer Drawers
Thermostat
and Bulb
Fridge Glass
Shelves
Salad Bin
Salad Bin
Cover Shelf
Fridge Door
Shelves
Adjustable
Feet
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Operation
Switching On Your Unit
1. Connect the mains cable to the mains socket. The
internal temperature of your unit is controlled by
a thermostat. There are seven settings, of which
position 7is the coldest and position 0turns the
unit off.
2. Adjust the thermostat control dial to the desired
position, bear in mind that the higher the
number, the lower the temperature. Position 3
is the recommended setting when operating at
normal room temperature (between 16°C and
32°C).
3. The unit may not operate at the correct
temperature if it is in a particularly hot or a
particularly cold room, or if you open the doors
often.
4. To ensure that the unit is cool enough to sufficiently
chill your food, wait 24 hours before filling it with
food.
5. If you are concerned that your unit is not
being kept cold enough and wish to check the
temperature, you will need a special fridge/
freezer thermometer. These are available from
most supermarkets and hardware shops. Place
the thermometer in either the fridge or freezer
compartment and leave overnight. The correct
temperature for the fridge compartment should
be at the recommended 5°C or lower. The correct
temperature for the freezer compartment should
be -18°C or lower.
Adjusting the Temperature
The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat. The recommended position
is between 5to 7for colder working environments (i.e., during winter) and between 1to 4for
hotter environments. Please adjust according to the environment.
Noises Inside the Unit!
You may notice that your unit makes some unusual noises. Most of these are perfectly normal,
but you should be aware of them!
These noises are caused by the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system. It has
become more pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases. This is not a fault and will
not affect the performance of your unit. This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the
refrigerant around the system.
Supplier @ 17 April 2012
1. The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat.
The recommended position is between 5 to 7 for colder working
environments
2. (i.e. during winter) and between 1 to 4 for hotter environments. Please
adjust according to the environment.
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Shopping for Chilled Foods
• Take a quick look at the chilled food package and make sure it is in perfect condition.
• Try to keep chilled food together whilst shopping and on the journey home as this will help
to keep the food cold.
• Don’t buy chilled food unless you can chill it straight away. Specially insulated bags can be
bought from most supermarkets and hardware shops. These bags can keep chilled food cold
for longer while transporting.
• Food that has been left in a car or at room temperature for a prolonged period of time could
raise the food temperature to a dangerous level, which allows harmful bacteria to grow.
• Always unpack and place chilled food in the unit before storing dry food.
Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit
• Cooked meats/fishes should always be stored on a shelf above raw meats/fishes to avoid
bacterial transfer. Keep raw meats/fishes in a container which is large enough to collect
juices and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest shelf at the bottom of the
fridge compartment.
• Leave space around your food, to allow air to circulate inside the compartments. Ensure all
parts of the unit are kept cool.
• To prevent transfer of flavours and drying out, pack or cover the food separately. Fruit and
vegetables do not need to be wrapped.
• Always let pre-cooked food cool down before you put in the unit. This will help to maintain
the internal temperature of the unit.
• To prevent cold air escaping from the unit, try to limit the number of times you open the
doors. We recommend that you only open the doors when you need to put food in or take
food out.
Shopping for Frozen Foods
• The freezer compartment is 4-star .
When you are buying frozen food, check the storage guidelines on the packaging. You will be able to
store each item of frozen food for the period shown against the 4-star rating. This is usually the period
stated as “Best before” on the front of the packaging. The maximum freezing capacity of this
freezer is shown on the rating plate. Do not place fresh food into the freezer compartment
with combined weight that exceeds the maximum weight as stated on the rating plate.
• Check the temperature of the frozen food cabinet in the shop where you buy your frozen foods. It
should show a temperature lower than -18°C.
• Take a quick look at the frozen food package and make sure it is in perfect condition.
• Always buy frozen products last on your shopping trip or visit to the supermarket. Try to keep frozen
food together whilst shopping and on the journey home as this will help to keep the food frozen.
• Don’t buy frozen food unless you can freeze it straight away. Specially insulated bags can
be bought from most supermarkets and hardware shops. These bags can keep frozen food
frozen longer.
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Preparations for Freezing
• Use quality food and handle it as little as possible. Freeze food in small quantities as it freezes
faster, takes less time to defrost and enables you to control the quantity you need better.
• Leave cooked food to cool completely. Chill food before freezing if possible.
• Consider how you will want to cook the food before freezing it.
• Don’t freeze food in metal containers if you may want to microwave it straight from the
freezer.
• Use special freezer bags, freezer film, polythene bags, plastic containers, and aluminium foil
(heavy duty grade only). If in doubt, double wrap your food. Don’t use aluminium foil for
acidic foods, e.g. citrus fruits. Don’t use thin cling film, glass, or used food containers without
cleaning.
• Exclude as much air from the container as possible. You could buy a special vacuum pump
which sucks excessive air out of the packaging.
• Leave a small amount of air space when freezing liquids to allow
expansion.
• You can use the space in the freezer most efficiently if you freeze liquids
(or solids with liquids, e.g. stew) in square blocks. This is known as
“Preforming”. Pour the liquid into a polythene bag which is inside a square
sided container. Freeze it, and then remove it from the container and seal
the bag.
• Label your frozen foods as they will look the same when in frozen state.
Use special fridge freezer tapes, labels and pens with different colours. This
allows you to easily organise and to effectively use the freezer. Write the
contents and date; otherwise the frozen food might exceed the storage time and this could
cause food poisoning. Please refer to your food packaging for the recommended storage
time.
• You may also add the weight and cooking notes, e.g. “defrost first”, “cook from frozen” and
keep a separate log of what is in each drawer. This will save opening the door and searching
around unnecessarily.
Defrosting Frozen Food
1. Take the frozen food out from the freezer compartment and uncover the frozen food. Let
it defrost at room temperature. Don’t forget that defrosting in a warm area encourages the
growth of bacteria and low temperature cooking may not destroy dangerous bacteria.
2. Drain off and throw away any liquid lost during defrosting.
3. Always make sure there are no ice-crystals in the food before cooking, particularly with meat.
These crystals indicate that the food has not fully defrosted.
4. Cook food as soon as possible after defrosting.
5. Many microwaves and ovens have a defrost setting. To avoid bacterial build up, only use
these if you intend to cook the food immediately afterwards.
Never refreeze anything that has been defrosted out unless you cook it again, to kill
off harmful bacteria. Never re-freeze defrosted shellfish. Re-seal packs properly after
removing items. This prevents drying or freezer-burn and a build up of frost on any
remaining food.
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Cleaning
Defrosting
The freezer compartment of this unit is frost-free. With proper use, there should not be any frost
accumulated.
However, in case of improper use of the freezer compartment, frost might build up in the freezer
compartment after the unit has been used for a period of time. Scrape away the frost using a
plastic scraper (not included).
We recommend that defrosting should be carried out when the frost layer builds up to 10mm
(~0.39”). Choose a time when the stock of frozen food is low, follow these procedures:
1. Take out the food, turn the unit off at the mains supply and leave the door open. Ideally, the
frozen food should be put into another freezer. If this is not possible, wrap the food in several
sheets of newspaper or large towels and then a thick blanket to keep to keep it cool.
2. Place a shallow bowl or pan below the freezer compartment. Scrape
away the frost using the plastic scraper. Defrosting the remaining frost
can be speeded up by placing a bowl of hot water inside the freezer
compartment cabinet and closing the door. As the solid frost loosens,
scrape it away with the plastic scraper and remove.
3. When defrosting is complete, clean your unit’s interior and exterior.
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit
• Remove all the shelves, drawers and salad bin before cleaning. To remove the salad bin first
remove the lower fridge door shelf.
• Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with
warm water using a ‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the
shelves, drawers and salad bin.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish. Make
sure that the doors are closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seals or
inside the fridge/freezer compartments.
• The grille of the condenser at the back of the unit and the adjacent components can be
vacuumed using a soft brush attachment.
Cleaning Tips
Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to a change in room
temperature. Wipe off any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a qualified
technician for assistance.
Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrape away the frost, nor should you use any
electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
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Maintenance
Changing the Internal Light
1. Before carrying out the bulb replacement always
adjust the thermostat control dial to Position 0,
then disconnect the mains supply.
2. Use a flat bladed screwdriver and gently prise off
the light bulb cover.
3. Remove the old bulb by unscrewing in an anti-
clockwise direction.
4. Replace with a new bulb (max. 15W SES).
5. Refit the light bulb cover and reconnect the unit
to the mains supply and switch on by adjusting
the thermostat.
Care When Handling / Moving the Unit
Hold the unit around its sides or base when moving it.
Under no circumstances should it be lifted by holding
the edges of the top surface.
Servicing
The unit should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be
used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the unit yourself. Repairs carried
out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Contact a qualified
technician.
Switching O for Long Periods of Time
When the unit is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains supply, empty
all food and clean the unit, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.
Disposal
Old units still have some residual value. An environmentally friendly method of disposal will
ensure that valuable raw materials can be recovered and used again. The refrigerant used in the
unit and insulation materials require special disposal procedures. Ensure that none of the pipes
on the back of the unit are damaged prior to disposal.
Up to date information concerning options of disposing of your old unit and packaging from
the new one can be obtained from your local council office.
When disposing of an old unit break off any old locks or latches and remove the doors as a
safeguard.
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Specications
Model CIFF5012
Appliance Category Category 7 (Refrigerator – Freezer)
Overall Dimension (W x D x H) 540 x 555 x 1772 mm
Fresh Food Storage Compartment
Volume 160L
Frozen Food Storage Volume 89L
Defrosting Type Frost Free (Freezer Compartment)
Climate Class N
This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature between 16°C and 32°C.
Storage Temperature Freezer: ≤–18°C
Fridge: 0-8°C, average ≤4°C
Energy Consumption 0.76 kWh / 24 hours
Energy consumption 277 kWh per year, based on standard test results for 24 hours.
Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
Airborne Acoustical Noise 43dB
Energy Grading A+
Temperature Rise 12 hours
Freezing Capacity 4.5kg / 24 hours
Rated Voltage 220-240V~
Rated Current 0.55A
Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Safety Warnings
For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the
safety precautions listed below.
• Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.
• Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure clear of obstructions.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the unit, unless
they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a
qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• Choose a location for your unit away from heat sources such as radiators or fires as
refrigerant and vesicant are burnable.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit (applicable only for appliances with refrigeration
circuits which are accessible to the user).
• The unit must be maneuvered by a minimum of 2 persons.
• This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given
supervision or instructions concerning the use of the unit by a person responsible for their
safety.
• If your unit is fitted with a lock to prevent children being trapped inside, keep the key out of
reach and not in the vicinity of the unit.
• Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the unit.
• Do not store bottles or glass containers in the freezer compartment. Contents can
expand when frozen (fizzy drinks) which may break the bottle and damage your freezer
compartment.
WARNING
IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE PERSONNEL TO
CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF.
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Defrosting Defrost the freezer compartment
when a layer of ice 1 cm thick has
built up.
A layer of ice hinders the cold from
reaching the frozen food, and causes
an increase in energy consumption.
Use Only open the doors when necessary
and for as short a time as possible.
Frequent opening of the doors for
long periods will cause a loss of
coldness.
Store food in an organised way. If food is not stored in an organised
way, searching for an item will mean
the door is open for longer.
Allow hot food and drinks to cool
down before placing them in the
unit.
Placing hot food in the unit will cause
the compressor to run for a long
time, as the unit will have to work
harder to lower the temperature.
Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation of
liquids will cause a loss of coldness in
the unit.
Do not over-fill the unit to allow air
to circulate.
Normal energy consumption Increased energy
consumption
Installation site In a ventilated room. In an enclosed, unventilated room.
Protected from direct sunlight. In direct sunlight.
Not situated near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Situated near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx 20°C.
Where there is a high ambient room
temperature.
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DSG Retail Ltd. (co. no. 504877), Maylands Avenue, Hemel
Hempstead, Herts., HP2 7TG, UK
NOTE: If you require a replacement for any of the items listed below, please quote their
corresponding part numbers:
Replacement Part Part Number
Fridge Glass Shelf 1099040
Salad Bin Cover Shelf 1055227
Salad Bin 1401338
Small Freezer Drawer 1401339
Large Freezer Drawer 1401337
Egg Tray 1413713
Ice Tray 1353187
Upper Fridge Door Shelf 1120830
Middle Fridge Door Shelf 1120831
Bottom Fridge Door Shelf 1120832
(P.N.: DSGCIFF5012-002)
This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that
your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at
the end of its life separately from your household waste. There
are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU.
For more information, please contact the local authority or
your retailer where you purchased the product.
Visit Partmaster.co.uk today for the easiest way to
buy electrical spares and accessories. With over
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deliver direct to your door the very next day. Visit www.partmaster.co.uk or call
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