Currys Essentials CTL55W18 Service manual

Tall Larder Fridge
Installation / Instruction Manual
CTL55W18
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Contents
Safety Warnings...................................................................................................................................4
Unpacking............................................................................................................................................8
Installation ...........................................................................................................................................9
Location ...............................................................................................................................................................................9
Levelling the Unit .............................................................................................................................................................9
Free Space Requirements..............................................................................................................................................9
Reversing the Door Swing.......................................................................................................................................... 10
Cleaning Before Use ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
Before Using Your Unit................................................................................................................................................. 13
Product Overview..............................................................................................................................14
Operation ...........................................................................................................................................15
Switching On Your Unit ............................................................................................................................................... 15
Adjusting the Temperature........................................................................................................................................ 15
Noises Inside the Unit!................................................................................................................................................. 15
Shopping for Chilled Foods....................................................................................................................................... 16
Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit............................................................................................................................ 16
Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................17
Defrosting ........................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit............................................................................................. 17
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................18
Changing the Internal Light ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Care When Handling .................................................................................................................................................... 18
Servicing........................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Switching O for Long Periods of Time................................................................................................................. 18
Condensation.................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Disposal..............................................................................................................................................18
Specications.....................................................................................................................................19
Product Fiche .....................................................................................................................................19
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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.
• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar
applications such as:
- sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working environments;
- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environment;
- bed and breakfast type environment;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
• Ensure that the plug is easily accessible to enable disconnection from
the mains supply.
• If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or a qualied technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• Choose a location for your unit away from heat sources such as radiators
or res as refrigerant and vesicant are burnable.
• The unit must be manoeuvred by a minimum of 2 persons.
• 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.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload
refrigerating appliances.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
unit.
• If your unit is tted 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 explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
ammable propellant in this appliance.
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• To avoid contamination of food, pay attention to the following:
-opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of
the temperature in the compartments of the appliance;
-clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and
accessible drainage systems;
-clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 hours; flush the
water system connected to a water supply if water has not been
drawn for 5 days;
-store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator so
that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food;
-two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-
frozen food, storing or making ice-cream and making ice cubes;
-one-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the
freezing of fresh food;
-if the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch
off, defrost, clean, dry and leave the door open to prevent mould
developing within the appliance.
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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The table below contains general guidelines on the storage of food in the
refrigerator.
Refrigerator location Type of food
Fridge door • Foods with natural preservatives, such as
jams, juices, drinks, condiments.
• Do not store perishable foods.
Crisper bin (salad bin) • Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be
placed separately in the crisper bin.
• Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes,
garlic in the refrigerator.
• Fridge shelf – bottom
• Chiller bin
Raw meat, poultry, fish (for short-term
storage)
Fridge shelf – middle Dairy products, eggs
Fridge shelf – top Foods that do not need cooking, such as
ready-to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers.
Freezer drawer/shelf • Foods for long-term storage.
• Bottom drawer/shelf for raw meat,
poultry, fish.
• Middle drawer/shelf for frozen
vegetables, chips.
• Top drawer/shelf for ice cream, frozen
fruit, frozen baked goods.
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WARNING
• Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure or in the built-in
structure 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.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit (The refrigerant is a
very environmental-friendly gas but is also combustible. Take
care when transporting or moving the unit to ensure that the
refrigeration circuit is not damaged. In the event of damage avoid
naked ames or ignition sources and ventilate the room in which
the unit is placed for a few minutes.)
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged.
• Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power
supplies at the rear of the appliance.
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The Main Unit
Adjustable Glass Shelf x 4
Salad Bin
Bottom Door Shelf
Instruction Manual
Salad Bin Cover Shelf
Upper Door Shelf x 4
Unpacking
Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
Instruction
Manual
Thank you for purchasing your new product.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction
manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features
it oers. You will also nd some hints and tips to help you resolve any
issues.
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.
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INSTALLATION
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Location
When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the oor is at and rm, and
the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 16°C and 38°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.
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.
Free Space Requirements
When installing the unit, ensure that 25 mm
of free space is left at both sides, 50 mm at
the rear of the unit and 25 mm at the top of
the unit. The door can be opened to the right
or the left, depending on which best suits
the location. Please ensure there is more
than twice the width and depth distance
space of the unit to fully open the door to a
maximum angle.
Y mm
X mm
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1. Remove the 2 screws.
unscrew
unscrew
2. Carefully lift the top cover away from the
unit.
3. Remove the three screws, then remove
the upper hinge that holds the door
in place. Lift the door and place it on
a padded surface to prevent it from
scratching.
Reversing the Door Swing
Tools required: Philips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner
• Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty.
• To take the door o it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the
unit on something solid, e.g. a chair just below the top panel.
• All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.
• Do not lay the unit at as this may damage the coolant system.
• We recommend that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.
• If you want to have the door swing reversed, we recommend that you contact a
qualied technician. You should only try to reverse the door yourself if you believe
that you are qualied to do so.
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unscrew
4. Remove the screws and bottom hinge.
Then remove the levelling feet from both
sides.
5. Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge
pin, turn the hinge over and replace the
pin.
unscrew
screw
screw
6. Ret the bottom hinge to the other side.
Replace both levelling feet.
• Do not lay the unit at as this
may damage the coolant system.
• During door reversal, when
swapping the position of the
bottom hinge or adjusting the
levelling feet, tilt the unit. Do not
lay the unit at.
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screw
7. Place the door back on. Ensure the door is
aligned horizontally and vertically so that
the seals are closed on all sides before
nally tightening the upper hinge.
8. Put the top cover back.
screw
9. Screw the 2 screws.
10. With the door closed, check that the door
is aligned horizontally and vertically and
that the seals are closed on all sides. Re-
adjust the levelling feet as needed.
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Cleaning Before Use
Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm
water using a 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 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 overlled.
• 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 uid needs
time to settle.
In some cases, the door seal may be crushed after prolonged storing pressure, resulting to
the door seal not able to close properly when reversed.
Follow the steps below to solve the issue:
1. Peel o the door seal from the upper or lower corner
and warm it with a hairdryer; the warmth can allow
the door seal to return to its original form. Do not
blow directly on the unit as the warmth may damage
other parts of the unit.
2. Rotate the door seal upside down so that the side
originally with the hinge stay with the hinge.
3. Insert the door seal back into the door from the
upper or lower corner.
4. If the issue still occurs, contact your local service centre for assistance.
180°
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Product Overview
Internal Light and
Thermostat Control Dial
Lower Door
Shelf
Salad Bin Cover
Shelf
Salad Bin
Levelling Feet
Adjustable Glass
Shelves
Door
Shelves
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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 eight settings, of which
position 7is the coldest and position 0turns the
unit o.
2. Adjust the thermostat control dial to the desired
position, bear in mind that the higher the number,
the lower the temperature. Position 4is the
recommended setting when operating at normal
room temperature (between 16°C and 38°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 door often.
4. To ensure that the unit is cool enough to suciently
chill your food, wait 24 hours before lling 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 the centre of the unit,
where it can be read easily. Leave overnight, the
temperature in the unit should be an average of 5°C.
Adjusting the Temperature
The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat. The recommended position
is between 1to 4for colder working environments (i.e. during winter) and between 5to 7for
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 aect the performance of your unit. This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the
refrigerant around the system.
2
1
0
7
6
5
4
3
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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/shes should always be stored on a shelf above raw meats/shes to avoid
bacterial transfer. Keep raw meats/shes in a container which is large enough to collect juices
and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest shelf.
• Leave space around your food, to allow air to circulate inside the unit. Ensure all parts of the
unit are kept cool.
• To prevent transfer of avours 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
door. We recommend that you only open the door when you need to put food in or take food
out.
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Cleaning
Defrosting
Frost may accumulate on the inner rear surface of the
appliance which will automatically defrost during the o
cycle of the compressor.
Water is channelled via the drain hole to the collection tray
above the compressor where it will evaporate.
Please ensure the drain hole is checked and cleaned on a
regular basis so water can exit the storage compartment.
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit
• Remove all the shelves and the salad bin. To remove the salad bin rst remove the lower 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 and salad bin.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish. Make
sure that the door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seal or inside
the unit.
• The grille of the condenser at the back of the unit and the adjacent components can be
vacuumed using a soft brush attachment.
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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 at bladed screwdriver and gently prise o
the light bulb cover.
3. Remove the old bulb by unscrewing in an anti-
clockwise direction.
4. Replace with a new bulb (10W SES).
5. Ret the light bulb cover and reconnect the unit
to the mains supply and switch on by adjusting
the thermostat.
Care When Handling
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 qualied
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 appliance, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.
Condensation
Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to a change in room
temperature. Wipe o any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a qualied
technician for assistance.
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 your
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 oce.
When disposing of an old unit break o any old locks or latches and remove the door as a
safeguard.
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Specications
Rated Voltage 220-240V~, 50 Hz
Rated Current 0.55 A
Rated Power 90 W
Overall Dimension (H x W x D) 1430 x 550 x 580 mm
Features and specications are subject to change without prior notice.
Product Fiche
Brand Essentials
Model CTL55W18
Household Appliance Category 1
Energy Efficiency Class A+
Energy consumption 128 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.
Fridge Storage Volume 240 L
Freezer Storage Volume -
Auto Defrost
Temperature Rise Time -
Freezing Capacity -
Climate Class
ST
This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient
temperature between 16°C and 38°C to achieve the
claimed Energy Consumption and Grading.
Airborne Acoustical Noise 42 dB(A) re 1 pW
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IB-CTL55W18-190325V2
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is
your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over
to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and
electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste
equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and
ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment.
For more information about where you can drop o your waste for
recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased
your product.
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DSG Retail Ltd. (co. no. 504877)
1 Portal Way, London, W3 6RS, UK
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