Haier HRF-347F User manual

Haer
HRF-347F ^^
HRF-367F CGB^ Combined Fridge and Freezer
HRF-348F ^^
HRF-368F CGB^ Instruction for use
HRF-348AA
HRF-349AA
HRF-369AA
HRF-379AA
HRF-368AA
HRF-348AE
HRF-358AE
HRF-368AE
HRF-368AE/2
HRF-388AE
HRF-398AE
HRF-339DVC
HRF-369DVC
HRF-409A
BCD-259DVC
BCD-289DVC
HRF-349DAA
HRF-369DAA

C ™ ) DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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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Contents
CE - Declaration of conformity..
1 Protecting the environment and advice for disposal.
2 Deciding where to locate your fridge / freezer..
3 Instailing your appiiance.
Danger warnings.
4 Rating plate.
5 Connecting up your appliance to the mains.
6 Using your appliance.
Switching on/off and selecting the temperature.
Pilot lights.
Warning buzzer..
7 Starting up the freezer..
8 Freezing/storing of fresh food.
Labelling.
Maximum capacity...
Storage time.
Refrigerating storage battery..
Precautions and advice.
9 Cieaning and maintenance.
Speciai tips for cleaning the fridge.
Switching off the appliance.
Defrosting.
10 Using your fridge.
Switching on/Switch off and selecting the temperature
Interior lighting.
Changing the light bulb.
11 Troubleshooting guide..
What to do when .... / Please check.
12 Getting your appliance serviced.
13 Guarantee.
14 Built in the appliance in a fitted kitchen.
Food storage guide.
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Please read these user instructions carefully to understand, quickly and thoroughly, how to use your new fridge / freezer.
Underline any parts you consider particularly important. Look after this document so that you may consult it in future or
pass it on to any future owners.
You have purchased a reliable appliance which will serve you for many yeai^ if it is used and maintained correctly
The detailed Illustrations can be found on the last pages of this user manual.
Important!
This appliance is designed for domestic use. If it is installed for professional or commercial use, the standards
applicable to the respective trade must be observed.
The appliance has been tested against leakage in compliance with the relevant legal safety standards.
Should you have bought your new fridge / freezer to replace an old appliance, please make sure that all existing latch- or
bolt-locks on the old appliance are destroyed, before you dispose of it.
This will ensure that a child cannot get trapped inside.
Please have the old appliance ecologically disposed of by a company specialised in environmental protection, since the
appliance may contain harmful components in the refilgerant and this must be removed with special equipment, Please
check with your dealer or with your local authority.
Make sure that the refrigerating system containing the refrigerant, especially the heat exchanger at the back of the
appliance, is not damaged during transportation to the disposal or collection site, so that you can be sure that the
refrigerant does not leak out. Details of the utilised refrigerant and insulation propellant are on the rating plate affixed to
the appliance.
After installation of the appliance, the plug should be easily accessible.
If the power cable is damaged, an approved cable provided by a manufacturer or a service agent must be used for replacement.
Warning: Keep the appliance well ventilated; remove any transport supports from cavity.
Warning: Do not use hard objects to remove frost.
Warning: Ensure the refrigeration pipeline cannot be damaged.
Warning: Do not use electric appliances within the food storage compartment except tor models recommended by the manufacturer.
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User Instructions
The user instructions apply to several models, for this
reason there may be some differences in the details
given, according to the type of the appiiance.
1 Protecting the environment / advice for disposal
Packing
serves to protect the appliance during transportation
and recyclable materials have been used for
packaging.
Corrugated board/cardboard (mainly from waste
paper)
■ shaped parts in PS (foamed CFC-free
poiystyrene)
■ foils and bags in PE (polyethylene)
■ strapping tapes in PP (polypropylene)
■ Please hand over all packaging to the nearest
official collection point, so that all the different
materials can be re-used or recycled as far as
possible and any illegal depositing of such
materials is thus avoided.
2 Deciding where to locate your appliance
In order to avoid any damage or injury to persons or
things, the appliance should be unpacked by two
people and placed in the chosen location
Before positioning it, check that your new appliance
has no visible outer damage.
On no account should you start up your appliance if it
is damaged.
Check the appliance carefully for:
■ Damage to the packaging which might indicate
that the appliance has been mishandled during
transportation.
■ Damage to the outer casing
■ Any visible damage to the cable / plug
If In any doubt let the customer service department
check the appliance.
It must at all costs be avoided, that any
environmentally damaging refrigerant leaks out by
starting up the appliance.
3 Installing your appliance
a) Unpack the fridge / freezer.
b) In order not to unnecessarily waste raw materials,
the handles (requiring smaller packaging) have
not been mounted onto the separate parts of the
appliance.
Mount the door handles and at the same time any
other enclosed parts according to the relevant
instructions enclosed separately.
c) Remove any objects from inside the appliance.
d) Carefully remove all film and adhesive tape
from the casing
from the door
e) Remove any polystyrene pieces from around the
compressor (if present).
f) Remove all documents and accessories from
inside the appliance.
Instruction for use
g) C lean the inside of the appliance with lukewarm
water and vinegar and dry it thoroughly with a soft
cloth. _
Do not use washing liquids, sharp or abrasive
household products or any other cleaning agents
containing soda.
■ Make sure that the pipes for the circulation of the
refrigerant are not damaged in any way during
installation of the appliance.
■ The appliance must only be used for the purpose
for which it is intended.
■ The appliance, must be placed on a firm, level
surface. This is the only way to ensure that the
refrigerant can circulate fr^eely and thus ensure that
your appliance will work efficiently.
■ If possible, place your appliance in a cool, well
aired, dry room.
■ Do not place your appliance in direct sunlight, nor
in a room at high temperature.
■ Do not place your appliance in the vicinity of any
sources of direct heat such as heating, ovens,
cooking stove etc. (This would mean the
compressor would have to work harder and as a
result the power consumption would be
considerably higher).
If installation near a direct heat source cannot be
avoided, we recommend fitting a suitable insulation
plate between the appliance and the heat source (do
not use asbestos), or at least the following minimum
distances must be observed:
■ from a gas or electric cooker 3 cm
■ from a radiator or oven etc. 30 cm
■ from another refrigerating appliance 2 cm
■ Do not place any appliances, such as
microwaves, toasters etc. which give off heat on
the appliance.
Never obstruct the ventilation grille.
Always pull out the plug itself and never pull the cable
when cutting the appliance off from the mains supply.
WARNING I
Leave the appliance standing in its final position for
at least 2 hours before switching It on, so that the
circulation of the refrigerant stabilises and no
operating problems occur.
Before connecting up the appliance, make sure that
it is absolutely dry inside- especially in the corners.
Danger warnings
Depending on its composition, the refrigerant can be
easily inflammable. The refrigerant circuit has been
hermetically sealed and has been tested many times
for possible leaks.
Any inexpert interference might well create a fire
hazard. Make sure nothing mechanically effects the
circulation of the refrigerant, nor, in particular, the
accessible parts around the compressor.
Only expert professional personnel should
intervene on the refrigerating system.
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Wamingl
Any refngerant spilling out can injure your eyes.
In the event of eye contact with the refrigerant, wash
your eyes instantly under plenty of running water and
call/consult a doctor (an eye specialist) immediately.
The appliance, according to its climate category, is
meant for use at certain room temperatures.
These temperatures should not be exceeded! The
climate category for your particular appliance is
marked on the rating plate. The categories are:
name of climate suitable
category room temperatures
SN + 10t;to + 32lC
N + letfto + SZlC
ST + 18 *010 +38 “C
T + 18t:to + 43'C
4 Rating plate
The rating plate with the technical data is located on
the side of the appliance inner wall or outside, on the
rear side of the unit.
Take a note of the technical data
Copy here below the technical data from the rating
plate so that it is easily accessible without having to
move the appliance.
Model- / Type N® . .
Gross capacity .Litres
Net capacity .Litres
Operating voltage V~50Hz
Maximum absorbed power (W).Watt
Safety fuse (A) Amp
Power consumption .kWh/24h
Freezing capacity .kg/24h
5 Connecting up your appliance to the mains
Your appliance must be connected only to a grounded
power socket which complies to relevant standards
and has been installed by an authorised specialist.
Before you plug in your appliance to the power socket,
make absolutely sure that the voltage (V) and the
safety fuse (A) for the main fuse box stated on the
appliance's rating plate match your electrical supply.
If these do not match, notify the nearest service
department or your dealer immediately.
The appliance must not be connected up to an
inverse rectifier (eg. solar panels).
6 Using your appiiance
Switching on / off and Selecting the Temperature
Temperature dial (Thermostat)
The temperature dial switches the appliance on and
off and sets the cooling temperature.
To switch on:
Turn the temperature dial to the right.
■ The appliance has been switched on.
■ The compressor is activated until the set
temperature inside the appliance has been
reached.
In the case of combined fridge I freezers, which are
supplied with two compressors, you need to make
sure, that both temperature dials for the fridge
compartment and for the freezer, have been set.
When setting the temperature for the freezer
compartment, it is best to use a coin or a screwdriver.
Temperature settings:
Turn dial left to lowest setting
= slight cooling
Turn dial right to highest setting
= lowest temperature
The temperature must be set according to:
■ the appliance's room temperature
■ quantity of stored food
■ how often the appliance is opened
We recommend a medium setting. You will soon
learn, through observation, which is the most suitable
setting for your requirements.
Switching off: Turn the dial as far to the left as
possible.
■ The compressor has been switched off
Pilot lights
If your appliance is equipped with pilot lights, they
indicate the following:
■ green = CONTROL the appliance is connected
to the electrical supply and is operating.
■ yellow = the SUPERFREEZE SWITCH is on and
the thermostat has been deactivated. The
compressor continues to refrigerate, until the
SUPER FREEZER SWITCH is switched off again.
■ red = ALARM the temperature in the freezer
compartment is too warm i.e. has gone up.
The green pilot light - when present - must always
remain on when the appliance is connected up to the
electrical supply and is switched on. It is very
important to pay attention to this because in the event
of a power failure, the red and yellow pilot lights stop
operating and no longer provide a warning.
If the red pilot light comes on there may be several
reasons for this, namely;
■ The freezer compartment is being started up for
the first time
■ It is being restarted after defrosting
■ The freezer has been refilled with fresh food
In these cases it is quite normal for the red pilot light
to be on. It goes off automatically when the
temperature inside reaches approximately -18°C.
Switch on (if provided) the SUPER FREEZE SWITCH
(switch off again no more than 24 hours later or w/ien
the red light goes off).
If possible, do not open the freezer compartment until
the red light has gone off.
If the red pilot light continues to remain on after 12 to
24 hours, there may be a serious problem.
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In this case consult the chapter:
.What to do when." (Troubleshooting guide] at the
end of this user manual.
Warning buzzer
If your appliance is equipped with a buzzer, it will
sound when the red pilot light goes on. This will be
automatically
silenced, when you switch on the SUPER FREEZE
SWITCH
7 Starting up the freezer
1. Switch on the freezer by turning the temperature
dial to the right (for the time being turn the dial
fully to the right to the maximum position] (the
green and red lights - if provided - go on)
2. If equipped with a SUPER FREEZE SWITCH turn
it on (the yellow light will also come on).
3. Do not open the door of the freezer compartment
for about 4 hours, or for as long as the red light is
on, so that the temperature in the freezer can drop
to the necessary level.
4. You can now fill the freezer with any amount of
frozen food (food which has been bought ready
frozen]. The SUPER FREEZE SWITCH should be
switched off again after 24 hours at the latest.
5. If you want to freeze fiosh, unfrozen food, consult
the chapter "Freezing /Storing fresh food".
Warning)
■ Do not store any bottled liquids in the freezer.
Liquids expand when frozen and the bottle may
explode.
■ Never keep explosive substances or aerosol cans
with inflammable propellants such as butane,
propane, pentane etc. in the freezer. Any escaping
gases could be ignited by electrical components.
Such aerosol cans can be recognised by the list of
contents or by the inflammable symbols printed on
the can itself.
■ When storing ready frozen food, you must follow
the manufacturer's instructions on the food
packaging.
■ Deep frozen ice-cream and ice-lollies must not be
eaten until a few minutes after being taken from
the freezer to avoid injury to lips and tongue
(danger of
skin detachment]. For the same reason, avoid
touching the frozen insidewalls of the freezer with
wet hands.
■ Defrosted or slightly frozen products should be
used immediately. As a rule, such products are
not suitable for re-freezing.
■ Packaging should be dry to avoid things freezing
together.
■ Ready frozen foods should be stored so that they
do not come into contact with newly added foods
which have not yet frozen.
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8 Freezing/ Storing besh food
Almost all fresh products are suitable for freezing and
storing in the freezer.
For the most common of these products, a storage
guide with details of acceptable storage times and the
most suitable packaging is provided, (see "Food
storage guide "at the back of this user manual].
Label fresh products clearly as they are not easy to
identify when deep frozen in transparent freezer-bags.
We recommend using commercially available labels
for fr^ozen foods.
Pack fresh products in portions suitable for your needs
to avoid defrosting quantities that are too big for you to
use up in one day.
Label the portions with at least the following
information;
■ Product name (e.g. beef fillet)
■ Weight of the Portion
■ Quantity (number of p/ecesj
■ Freezing date
■ Use by date (see "Food storage guide")
Then continue as follows:
a] Berries, fruits with peel, herbs etc. should be laid
out loose for freezing on the freezing tray (not all
models are supplied with this] in the upper part of
the freezer and then put into freezer bags after
about 12 hours. Store the filled freezer bags in one
of the available drawers.
Fresh food should be placed in the top drawer and
moved down to one of the lower drawers after
approx. 24 hours.
Avoid putting hash foods directiy in contact with
deep frozen food. The deep frozen food could
defrost and may not last out the normal storage
time.
b] Within a period of 24 hours fill up the freezer only
with the adequate quantities of fresh food for the
freezing capacity of your freezer.
Consult the Information on the rating plate (XX
kg/24h).
c] If your freezer is equipped with a SURER FREEZE
SWITCH, switch it on (the yellow light will come
on) this is not strictly necessary when filling up
with already frozen foods (e.g. deep frozen foods).
WARNING! Switch off the SUPER FREEZE
SWITCH after 24 hours at the latest (the yellow
light will go off).
d] Set the temperature dial to a medium to high
setting.
e] Keep the temperature in the freezing compartment
under control preferably by placing a suitable
thermometer with a scale range of up to -26'’C.
The storage temperature must always be at
least - 18**C.
Resiling the heezer comparhnent with fres/i (not
frozen) food
Make sure that you wait at least 24 hours before
refilling with fresh food, in adequate quantities for the
freezing capacity of your freezer (XX kgf24h).
User Insh^cdons for the fridge
Relevant Instructions can be found In one of the
following chapters.
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Maximum capacity
In order to ensure correct storage of frozen food, never
fill the drawers up to the top.
Set the temperature dial strictly according to the filling
capacity.
To save energy in normal room temperatures (+ 18°C
to + 22°C) we recommend setting the temperature
dial to a medium setting.
Storage time
The storage time for ready deep-frozen products
depends on the type of product and on its ingredients.
For this reason, you should strictly follow the
producer's instructions on the packaging.
When you want to freeze fresh foods yourself, consult
the Food storage guide at the back of this user
manual.
Once frozen foods have been defrosted, they should
be used up within between 12 to 24 hours.
Do not eat any food beyond its storage time, this could
lead to food poisoning.
ReMgerating storage battery
(not supplied with all appliances)
Refrigerating storage batteries serve two functions:
■ In the event of a power cut, the storage battery
prevents the temperature inside the appliance from
going up too much - this preserves the quality of
the food for longer.
■ Put storage batteries with the flat side in contact
with the uppermost evaporation panel or in the top
compartment.
■ Storage batteries can also be used to keep foods
cool in a cool box.
■ Storage batteries reach their maximum
refrigerating
capacity after they have been in the freezer for about
24 hours at -18° C or lower and are then placed in
one of the cool boxes that are commercially
available.
Precautions and advice
■ Whenever cleaning or defrosting, remove the
power plug or switch off the main fuse.
■ After closing the freezer door, do not open it
immediately and do not force it open under any
circumstances. The vacuum created by the
sealing of the door is dispersed after about 1-2
minutes, so that the door can be opened normally
again.
To prevent condensation and ice forming, allow
cooked food to cool down to room temperature
before closing the lid of the dish and before
storage.
■ Leave the freezer door open as briefly as possible
to avoid wasting energy and to prevent an
excessive amount of ice forming in the freezer
compartment.
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■ If the red pilot light comes on unexpectedly or
stays on for a long period of time, do not open the
door on any account and take appropriate
measures immediately (see "What to do
when...." at the back of the user manual).
■ Never use a screwdriver or any other sharp-edged
metal tool to remove the layers of ice. The inside
walls are very delicate and can be easily damaged
by sharp edges. Use only plastic or wooden
scrapers with no sharp edges.
9 Cleaning and maintenance
As a firm rule, unplug the power plug or switch off at
the mains.
For the upkeep of the external appearance of your
fridge / freezer, clean the outside every now and again
with furniture polish or with an enamel protecting
product (never, on any account use it inside). Clean
the door seal with warm water now and again but do
not use any cleaning products.
Clean your appliance regularly.
■ The various parts inside the fridge / freezer are
generally not suitable for dishwashers. These
should be washed by hand with warm water and a
little washing-up liquid. Never use the cleaning
agent neat and on no account use any abrasive or
acid, i.e. chemical cleaning products. A general all
purpose pH neutral cleaning agent is
recommended.
■ The rating plate inside or outside your appliance
should not be damaged and should never be
removed - this is essential for servicing. Make
sure, when cleaning, that no water runs onto any
electrical parts inside the appliance.
■ If there is a heat exchanger - called condenser -on
the back of your fridge / freezer, this should be
cleaned regularly. Dust and dirt impede the
release of heat from the inside and considerably
increase energy consumption. For best results,
use a soft brush or a duster to remove dust from
the condenser.
Special tips for cleaning the fridge
Clean the drain hole in the fridge from time to time
with, for example, cotton buds, in order to keep it clear.
Switching off the appliance
If your appliance is going to be switched off for longer
periods (such as during holidays), it should be left
open to prevent odours from building up inside. If your
appliance has a lock, set the lock in the "closed"
position with the doors open and keep the key well
away from small children to prevent accidents.
Ice and frost layers which build up to a certain
thickness on the insidewalls, act as insulation and
prevent the dispersion of the coldness. These must
be removed from time to time. To remove the layeio of
ice from the inside walls, use a plastic or
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wood scraper with no sharp edges.
When doing this, remove the drawers and iay a cloth
on the bottom of the appliance to catch the ice as it is
scraped off so that it can be easily removed.
The method least likely to damage your appliance
when removing the layers of ice is to defrost it.
Dsh'osting
In normal circumstances (opening the freezer 4-5
times a day) the freezer compartment should be
defrosted once or twice a year (more often in other
circumstances).
The fridge compartment is defrosted automatically.
Danger warnings _
Never use electrical appliances to defrost your
appliance, such as a hair dryer, fan heater,
dehumidifiers, de-icing sprays or anything with a
naked flame (e.g. candles).
The plastic inside of your appliance could melt and
the escaping gas or foam could be ignited by sparks
or by the naked flame.
On no account should a steam cleaning device be
used to defrost the layers of ice in the appliance
(great risk of an electric shock).
Proceed as MIows to defirost your appliance:
1. Provide a suitable non-metallic container (a plastic
container or wash-basket).
2. Make absolutely sure that you remove the plug
from the power socket.
3. Dry your hands thoroughly to prevent skin damage
from contact with ice
(it is advisable to use gloves).
4. Remove all frozen food from the freezer and roll it
firmly in newspaper place it in the container
already prepared and place the container in a cool,
dry room.
5. Cover the container all around with a thick blanket.
6. Remove the drawers by pulling them as far out as
possible and then raising them slightly.
7. As described previously, scrape the thickest ice
carefully from inside the freezer and put it in the
kitchen sink.
8. If your appliance is equipped with a drip duct at the
bottom of the appliance, pull it out and place a
bowl to catch the dripping water underneath it.
9. If necessary, speed up defrosting by placing a
large bowl of warm (not too hot) water on the
bottom of the appliance and close the door.
10. If your appliance is not equipped with a drip duct,
place an absorbent cloth underneath the front of
the appliance and wipe up the defrosting water
with a sponge.
11. Thoroughly clean the inside. Wipe it out with warm
water and a little vinegar and then rinse it out with
Clearwater.
12. Dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth and air it for 3-4
minutes.
13. Close the door and plug the appliance back in.
14. Reset the temperature dial to the maximum
setting.
(if your appliance is equipped with green and red
piiot lights, these will come on) and if the SUPER
FREEZE SWITCH is provided, switch it on (the
yellow light will also come on).
15. Now refill the drawers with the frozen food - the
oldest items at the top.
To prevent the frozen food from defrosting, cany out
tile steps described above within two hours at the
most.
16. When the red pilot light goes off, reset the
temperature dial to a medium setting.
If provided, switch off the SUPER FREEZE
SWITCH after about 12, but no later than 24 hours
(the yellow light will go off).
10 Using tite fridge
Switch on/off and selecting the temperature
Temperature dial (thermostat)
The temperature dial switches the appliance on and
off and sets the cooling temperature.
Switch on:
Turn the temperature dial to the right. Your fridge has
been switched on. The light in the fridge compartment
comes on. The compressor runs until the set
temperature has been reached.
Temperature settings:
Turn dial left to iowest setting = slight cooling
Turn dial right to highest setting = lowest temperature
The temperature must be set according to:
■ room temperature
■ quantity of stored food
■ how often the appliance is opened
We recommend a medium setting. You will soon
learn, through observation, which is the most suitable
setting for your requirements.
Switch off: Turn the dial as far to the left as possible.
■ The light in the fridge compartment goes off.
■ The compressor has been switched off.
Interior lighting (not available on all models)
For those models equipped with interior lighting, a
switch has been built in.
When the fridge has been switched on at the
temperature dial, the light automatically comes on
when the fridge door is opened and automatically
goes off when the door is closed.
The light bulb is protected by a transparent cover.
Spare bulbs should be Max. 25W type E 14.
When replacing the light bulb, follow the instructions
given on the separate sheet or the illustration at the
back of this user manual.
Changing tite light bulb:
Never use a stronger light bulb than indicated above
The voltage (V) indicated on the bulb must, in any
case, comply with the relevant data marked on the
rating plate of your appliance.
■ Unplug the fridge and switch off the main fuse.
■ Remove the transparent lamp cover.

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■ Remove the old bulb by unscrewing it and screw
In the replacement bulb.
■ Fit the lamp cover back In place
Tempei^ture range
Thanks to the natural air circuiation in the fridge
compartment there is a range of differing
temperatures which is suitable for the storage of
different food. The coldest areas are directly over the
salad crispers, in the lowest part of the fridge and
against the back wall (suitable e.g. for sausages and
meats); the warmest areas are in the front upper part
and on the door (suitable for spreadable butter and
cheese).
Arrange the food according to the following table and
store it not too tightly packed so that the the air can
circulate freely.
Storing food in the fridge (from the top to the bottom)
1. Door storage com partments
a) Butter, cheese
b) Eggs
c) Small Jars or bottles, tins, seasonings
d) Large bottles, tins
2. Fridge compartment (sheiving / glass plates)
a) Preserves
b) pastries, ready cooked foods
c) Dairy produce / meats and sausages
d) Meats and sausages
e) Vegetables, fruits, salad
Advice
■ Food which gives off, or absorb, slight odour or
taste, as well as liquids, should always be kept In
sealed containers or In their own packagings;
high proof spirits should be stored upright and
tightly closed.
■ Vegetables, fruits, salad can be stored unpacked
in the salad crispers.
■ Plastic and aluminium foiis, which can be reused,
are suitable for packing food, as are metal or
glass containers.
■ Hot foods and drinks should always be allowed to
cool down out of the fridge.
Switching the fridge off
If the fridge has to be switched off for a iong period of
time, the temperature dial should be set to <>0" and
the fridge cleaned as instructed above.
While the fridge is off, leave the doors open to prevent
odours from building up.
11 Troubleshooting guide
High quality manufacturing processes and the use of
the latest refrigerating and freezing technology will
basically ensure the trouble-free functioning of your
appliance.
If you suspect any fault, before contacting your nearest
service department directly or via your dealer, make
sure you have followed all instructions and advice
given in this user manual.
Instruction for use
Please note:
The compressor (also known as the refrigerating
motor) must not operate continuously.
It is controlled by a thermostat which you set on the
temperature dial and switches on automatically when
the set temperature in the appliance is exceeded and
switches off automatically when it is reached again.
Noise can be heard in every compressor -
refrigerating system when it is switched on. These
noises are produced when the motor in the
compressor is running and by the refrigerant flowing
through the refrigerating system circuit. These noises
are normal and do not indicate any fault in the
functioning of your appliance.
In unheated rooms and in cold weather conditions,
condensation can build up on the outer walls of the
appliance.
This does not mean there is a fault and it will
disappear when the temperature increases.
Only call the service department, if after analysis of
the possible fault factors, you cannot find any cause
for the defect or you are not able to eliminate the fault.
Therefore first check under: „what to do when . ”
]Miai to do when .
a) The appliance does not function (it's not
running).
Please check:
■ Is the plug in good order and is it plugged in the
socket properly?
■ Is the electricity coming through?
(check this by possibly plugging in a small
appliance such as a hand mixer or hair dryer etc.)
■ Is the appliance switched on? (Temperature dial
should not be set to "0").
Warning I _
In the event of a fault or of a power failure, the
insulation of the appliance's walls provides 12 to 15
hours storage time for the frozen foods after the
beginning of such failures. _
Considerably more time is granted in specially
insulated appliances. Ask your dealer what is the
relevant: "Storage time in an emergency."
If It takes longer to eliminate a problem, the frozen
food in the appliance begins to defrost. Therefore,
take prompt action to eliminate the problem and, if
necessary, move the frozen food to another freezer
(perhaps to a neighbour).
b) Your appliance is not cooling sufficiently.
The freezing process Is taking too long.
The compressor is running too often.
Please check:
■ Did you make sure that the fridge / freezer was left
to stand for at least 2 hours before switching it on?
(To stabilise the circulation of the refrigerating
fluid) see: "starting up".
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If not; unplug your appliance and lift it to one side,
with the door closed, for a short while, i.e. tilt it and
then place it bad< down on its feet again. After 2 hours
plug it back in. Do not open the door again for about
12 hours (i.e. until the red light - if provided - has gone
oft).
■ The door does not close tightly and is not sealing
properly.
Test: place a sheet of paper between the seal and the
casing and close the door. It should be difftcult to pull
out the sheet of paper on alt sides.
If the paper slides out easily on one or more sides,
call your nearest service department.
m Heavy ice formation on the inside wails of the
freezer compartment (see :" cleaning and
maintenance")
■ The appliance is exposed to direct sunlight or is
sited near a direct heat source (oven, radiator etc.}.
Protect the appliance against direct sunlight /check
the distance from the heat source /place an insulation
plate between the appliance and the source of heat
(see "Choosing where to instaii your appliance")
■ The freezer has been fiiled up with a quantity of
fresh food which does not comply with the freezing
capacity indicated on the rating plate (XX kg /24h).
■ Is the ventilation working properly, the ventilation
grille covered or is the condenser on the outer rear
wall fiill of dust?
c) Your appliance Is excessively noisy.
Please check:
■ Is the cabinet standing level and steady, are any
nearby objects or items of furniture being vibrated
by
the cabinet? Make sure everything at the rear is free,
carefuily bend back any parts touching.
Note: slight bubbling noises are normal for this type of
refrigetetion system.
Warning _
On no account should you undertake any technical
interventions or attempts at repair on your
appliance.
12 G etting your appliance serviced
Any repairs or Interventions on the appliance should
only be carried out by your nearest service
department, as otherwise the user may run
considerable risks and the guarantee may no longer
be valid.
Consult the enclosed guarantee card or the
separately enclosed list of after sales centres, to see
which company is responsible for servicing your
appliance.
If there is no indication of the nearest service
department in the documentation provided, then
contact your dealer.
Repairs by the service department to eliminate faults
which have occurred because of non-adherence to
the information and advice given in this user manual,
have to be charged to the customer and are not
covered by your dealer's guarantee.
In order to receive immediate help, make sure you
have ready the following essential data to identify your
appliance:
■ Appliance type and model (see the rating plate)
■ Date of purchase
■ Name and place of your dealer
■ Description of the fault
13 Guarantee
The general terms and duration of the guarantee
are those stated on the guarantee card here
enclosed, or supplied by your dealer at the time of
purchase.
14 Built In tite appliance In a titted kitchen
If your appliance can be built in a fitted kitchen, the
relevant instructions are included among the other
appliance documentation.
The manufacturer works constantly at the further
development of all products. Please therefore bear
this in mind as the form, set up and technology are
subject to change, without prior notice._
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Food Symbols
Storage table
Deschption Storage time
Mincemeat (ground meat) 2-3 months
Sausages
in polyethylene freezer bags
Small fish
Innards (liver/heart)
Ice-cream
Ice-cream and fruit
Fruit In plastic container
Cheese 4 months
Bread in polyethylene freezer bags
Large fish
Cakes/biscuits «in glass container
Pork 6 months
Beef in aluminium wrap
Rabbit
Lamb
Mushrooms/asparagus 6 months
Fruit (sliced) in polyethylene freezer bags
Strawberries
Gateaux « aluminium wrap
Chicken/turkey 8 months
Duck in aluminium wrap
Goose
Cauliflower 10-12 months
Beans in polyethylene freezer bags
Peppers
Preserved food 10-12 months
Fruits preserves
in glass container
Ice-lollies «in aluminium wrap
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Control Panel (vary dapanding on modal/ typa)
You will find variants of the control panel fascias and function of the Individual operating elements for your appliance
on the following, or a separate sheet
Components of the appliance (differ, depending on model Aype)
LamD:E14/220-240V", 50Hz, Max. 25W (HRF-347F/367F/348F/368F/379AAMax.15W
Meaning of crossed "Cout wheeled dustbin;
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste,use separate collection facilities.Contact you local
government for information regarding the collection systems available.
If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and
get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.
When replacing old appliances with new ones, the retailer is legally obligated to take back your old appliance for
disposals at least free of charge.
OB- Fridge- Freezer Components