Gorenje FS600 ADVANCED Operating and maintenance manual

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DETAILED
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USE OF UPRIGHT
FREEZER
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We thank you for the
confidence you have shown by
purchasing our appliance.
We wish you find a lot of pleasure in its
use.
The appliance is intended solely for
household use.
The freezer is intended for freezing fresh
food and for long-term storage of frozen
food (up to one year, depending on the
type of food).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
APPLIANCE
DESCRIPTION
DEFROSTING
AND CLEANING
THE APPLIANCE
OTHER
STORING AND
FREEZING FOOD
4 IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS
10 ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER WITH REFRIGERATION
APPLIANCES
11 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
12 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
15 CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING
19 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
25 APPLIANCE INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
26 FREEZING AND STORING FROZEN FOOD
26 Freezing process
27 Important warnings on freezing fresh food
27 Avoid contamination of food
28 Storage of industrially frozen food
28 Frozen food storage time
28 Defrosting frozen food
29 DEFROSTING THE APPLIANCE
30 CLEANING THE APPLIANCE
31 TROUBLESHOOTING
32 INFORMATION ABOUT APPLIANCE NOISE

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IMPORTANT NOTES AND
PRECAUTIONS
Spacers are fitted on the
corners of the doors.
Remove them and insert the
supplied plugs into their slots
(only in some models).
Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, please
read carefully the instructions for use which describe the
appliance and its correct and safe use. The instructions
apply to several appliance types/models; thus, settings or
equipment may be described herein which is not available
in your appliance. We recommend saving this instruction
manual for future reference and attach it to the appliance if
it is sold in the future.
The instruction manual includes the NO FROST version/
model of the freezer which is fitted with a fan and in
which the defrosting process is automatic (only with some
models).
Check for any damage or irregularities on your appliance. If
you find your appliance is damaged, notify the retailer from
which you have purchased the appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to the power mains, let
the appliance rest in a vertical position for a minimum of 2
hours. This will reduce the possibility of operation faults due
to the effect of transport on the cooling system.
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR
THE FIRST TIME
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The appliance must be connected to the power mains and
grounded in compliance with the effective standards and
regulations.
WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets
or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
Before cleaning the appliance, unplug it from the power
mains (unplug the power cord from the wall outlet).
WARNING! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the
supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
If LED lighting does not work, call a service technician. Do
not attempt a repair of the LED lighting yourself, as there is
danger of contact with high voltage!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING! Do not use any electric devices inside the
appliance, except for those allowed by the manufacturer
of this refrigeration appliance.
WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! To avoid any hazard resulting from poor
stability of the appliance, make sure it is installed as
instructed.
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WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable materials.

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Danger of frostbite
Never put frozen food in your mouth and avoid touching
frozen food as this may cause frostnip or frostbite.
Safety of children and vulnerable persons
The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
Remove the packaging intended to protect the appliance
or particular parts during transport and keep it outside the
reach of children.
It presents danger of injury or suffocation.
For European markets only
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.

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Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and
unload refrigerating appliances.
Warning regarding the refrigerant
The appliance contains a small amount of an
environmentally friendly yet flammable gas R600a. Make
sure that no parts of the cooling system are damaged. A
gas leak is not hazardous to the environment, but it could
cause eye injury or fire.
In case of a gas leak, ventilate the room thoroughly,
disconnect the appliance from the power mains, and call a
service technician.

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The appliance may not be used outdoors and it may not be
exposed to rain.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
If the appliance will be out of use for an extended period of
time, switch it off using the relevant button, and unplug it
from the power mains. Empty the appliance, defrost it, clean
it, and leave the door ajar.
In case of an error or power supply failure, do not open the
freezer compartment unless the freezer has not operated
for over 16 hours. After this period, use the frozen food or
provide sufficient cooling (e.g. a replacement appliance).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE USE
OF APPLIANCE
WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
WARNING! This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
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The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not
be treated as normal household waste. The product should be taken to an
authorized collection centre for waste electric and electronic equipment
processing. Correct disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects
on the environment and health of people which could occur in case of incorrect product
removal. For detailed information on removal and processing of the product, please
contact the relevant municipal body in charge of waste management, your waste
disposal service, or the store where you bought the product.
Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials
that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without any
hazard to the environment.
!Removing an obsolete appliance
To protect the environment, take the obsolete appliance to
an authorized home appliance collection centre.
Before doing so, do the following:
• disconnect the appliance from the power mains;
• do not allow children to play with the appliance.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
This will also prevent pollution.
Technical information on the appliance
Rating plate can be found in the appliance interior. It
indicates data on voltage, gross and net volume, type
and amount of refrigerant, and information on the climate
classes.
If the language on the rating plate is not the language of
your choice or the language of your country, replace it with
the one supplied.
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ADVICE FOR SAVING POWER
WITH REFRIGERATION
APPLIANCES
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• Install the appliance as specified in the instruction manual.
• Do not open the door more often than necessary.
• Occasionally make sure air circulation underneath the appliance is unobstructed.
• Condenser unit on the rear wall should be kept clean (see chapter Cleaning the
appliance).
• If the gasket is damaged or does not provide a perfect seal for other reasons, have it
replaced as soon as possible.
• Store the food in tightly sealed containers or appropriate packaging.
• Before placing the food in the appliance, cool it to room temperature.
• Defrost frozen food in the refrigerator compartment.
• Remove some of the drawers from the freezer compartment as described in the
instruction manual, in order to make use of the entire interior.
• Defrost your conventional freezer when an approximately 3-5 milimeter layer of of frost
or ice has built up on the refrigerated surfaces.
• Make sure the layout of shelves in the compartment is uniform and that the food
is placed so that the air can freely circulate in the appliance interior (observe the
recommended placement of food as described in the instructions).
• In appliances with a fan, do not block the fan slots.
• If you do not need the fan or the ionizer, switch them o to reduce power consumption.

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APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
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1Control unit
2Led lighting of freezer
interior
3NO FROST freezing unit
(cooler, fan ...)
4Freezing and storage
compartment
5Foot
• The drawers are protected against pulling out. To remove a drawer from the appliance,
pull it out as far as it will go, then lift at the front and pull out completely.
• Some models also feature a control unit on the door.

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
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SELECTING THE ROOM
• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance will operate correctly
if the environment temperature is in the interval specified in the table. The appliance class is
indicated on the rating plate / label with the basic information on the appliance.
Class Temperature
SN (subnormal) from +10°C to +32°C
N (normal) from +16°C to +32°C
ST (subtropical) from +16°C to +38°C
T (tropical) from +16°C to +43°C
Warning: Make sure the room where the appliance is installed is large enough. There
should be at least 1 m3of space per 8 grams of refrigerant. Amount of refrigerant is stated
on the rating plate in the appliance interior.
INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
Appliance installation should be carried out
by at least two persons to avoid any
physical injury or damage to the appliance.
• The appliance must stand level or tilted
slightly to the back, stable on a solid
base. At the front, the appliance is fitted
with two adjustable legs that can be used
to level the appliance. At the rear side,
casters allow for easier installation of the
appliance (only with some models).
• There should be a clearance of at least 5 cm
between the appliance and any cupboard
installed above it, in order to allow adequate
cooling of the condenser unit.
• The appliance is supplied with two
spacers which should be installed on
the lower part of the housing to prevent
from pushing the appliance too close to
the wall. Appliance may also be installed
without the spacers; however, this may
increase power consumption.
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• Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight and do not place it near any source of
heat. If this cannot be avoided, install an insulation panel.
• The appliance may stand alone or it may be placed ext to a cupboard or a wall. Consider
the clearance required to fully open the door in order to allow pulling out the drawers
and shelves (see installation diagram).
1249 mm
688 mm
640 mm
600 mm
644 mm
max 90°
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CONNECTING THE APPLIANCE
• Connect the appliance to the power mains using a connection cable. The wall outlet
should be fitted with a ground contact (safety socket). Nominal voltage and frequency
are indicated on the rating plate/label with basic information on the appliance.
• The appliance must be connected to the power mains and grounded in compliance
with the eective standards and regulations. The appliance will withstand short-term
deviations from the nominal voltage, but not more than +/- 6%.
Note: When placing the appliances side by side, the anti-dew (anti-condensation) set has
to be purchased and installed!
Code for ordering the set:
dry room (relative humidity below 60%) Code for ordering the set
METAL PLATE (INOX) 576604
PLASTIC PLATE
WHITE 672114
GREY 672115
BLACK 672116
humid room (relative humidity over 60%)* Code for ordering the set
METAL PLATE (INOX) 558776*
* For safety reasons, the appliance should only be installed by an authorized service
technician!
After placing the two upright freezers side by side, you can use: 576604, 672114, 672115 or
672116 set. Other combinations require the 558776* set.

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CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF
DOOR OPENING
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VERSION I – CONTROLS IN THE APPLIANCE INTERIOR
Tools required: socket wrench No. 8, Phillips screwdriver, torx 25, flat screwdriver
The procedure to change the direction of door opening should be carried out by at least
two persons.
1. Remove the upper hinge cover (A) and the covering cap (G).
2. Undo the upper hinge (B) and remove the door (C) from the lower hinge (D).
3. Tilt the appliance backwards (make sure you do not press against the condenser unit
on the rear wall of the appliance as this may damage the cooling system), unscrew the
lower hinge (D) and the foot (E), and move them to the opposite side. Make sure the
washer is installed like it was before disassembly.
4. Move the door hinges (F) to the opposite side and replace the door (C) back on the
lower hinge (D).
5. Use the screws to attach the upper hinge (B) on the opposite side.
6. Replace the upper hinge cover (A) and the covering cap (G) on the opposite side.
7. Replacing the handle (H): remove the handle covering caps, undo the screws, and
remove the handle. Remove the hole plugs on the opposite side of the door and attach
the handle.
Replace the covering caps on the handle. Insert the new hole plugs supplied in the bag
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VERSION II – CONTROLS ON THE DOOR
Tools required: socket wrench No. 8, Phillips screwdriver, torx 25, flat screwdriver
The procedure to change the direction of door opening should be carried out by at least
two persons.
1. Remove the upper hinge cover (A), the connector cover (B1) and the covering cap (M).
2. Disconnect the connector (C), undo the upper hinge (D) and remove the door (E) from
the lower hinge (I).
3. Remove the side panels (F) and (G), then unscrew and remove the middle panel (H).
4. Move the upper hinge (D) along with the connector and cable to the opposite
side – make sure to install the cable into the grooves in the panels like it was before
disassembly. Then, replace all three panels (F), (G), and (H).
5. Tilt the appliance backwards (make sure you do not press against the condenser unit
on the rear wall of the appliance as this may damage the cooling system), unscrew the
lower hinge (I) and the foot (J), and move them to the opposite side. Make sure the
washer is installed like it was before disassembly.
6. Move the cap (B2), door hinge (K) and retainer (L) to the opposite side and replace the
door (E) on the lower hinge (I).
7. Use the screws to attach the upper hinge (D) on the opposite side and reconnect the
connector (C).
8. Replace the upper hinge cover (A), the connector cover (B1) and the covering cap (M).
9. Replacing the handle (N): remove the handle covering caps, undo the screws, and
remove the handle. Remove the hole plugs on the opposite side of the door and attach
the handle.
Replace the covering caps on the handle. Insert the new hole plugs supplied in the bag
with the instruction manual into the holes where the handle was initially attached.
Replacing the hinged handle:
- Push a small screwdriver into the handle
slot as indicated in Figure 1 and remove
the cover.
- Remove the caps on the opposite side of
the door.
- Undo the three screws, making sure not
to disassemble the handle.
- Rotate the handle by 180° as indicated in
Figure 3 and attach it to the opposite
side of the door.
- Replace the cover and the caps.
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OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
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CONTROL UNIT 1
SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE ON/OFF
When you connect your appliance to the
mains for the first time, it will be in standby
mode (powered, but switched off).
To switch on the appliance press Akey for
3 seconds.
To switch off the appliance press again A
key for 3 seconds. Appliance is in standby
mode (still powered).
A Temperature adjustment and freezer boost key
B Freezer temperature display
C Freezer boost function indicator
D Alarm indicator
ADBC

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ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE IN THE APPLIANCE
FREEZER BOOST FUNCTION
To activate the freezer boost function, press
the Akey until the symbol Clights up.
• Use this setting after switching on
the appliance for the first time, before
cleaning, or 24 hours before adding a
large amount of food.
• To switch o the freezer boost function,
press the Akey to select the desired
temperature (B). If the function is
not deactivated manually, it will
be deactivated automatically after
approximately two days.
• Adjust the temperature as desired with
the Akey.
• Press the A key until the desired
temperature is set.
• Recommended setting is -18 °C.