Kenwood K4D496X18 Service manual

installation / instructions manual
American Style 4 Door Fridge
Freezer with Water Dispenser
K4D496X18
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Contents
safety warnings .................................................................................................................. 4
unpacking............................................................................................................................ 6
installation........................................................................................................................... 7
location ............................................................................................................................ 7
levelling the unit............................................................................................................... 7
free space requirements.................................................................................................. 7
cleaning before use ......................................................................................................... 7
before using your unit...................................................................................................... 7
product overview................................................................................................................ 8
operation ............................................................................................................................. 9
temperature setting ......................................................................................................... 9
super refrigerating mode ................................................................................................. 9
super freeze mode .......................................................................................................... 9
vacation mode ................................................................................................................. 9
door alarm ..................................................................................................................... 10
child lock........................................................................................................................ 10
noises inside the unit!.................................................................................................... 10
tips for keeping food in the unit ..................................................................................... 10
preparations for freezing ................................................................................................11
defrosting frozen food.....................................................................................................11
before using the water dispenser .................................................................................. 12
lling the water tank....................................................................................................... 12
receiving water from the water dispenser...................................................................... 13
cleaning the interior and the exterior of the unit........................................................... 13
cleaning the water tank and water dispenser ................................................................ 13
maintenance...................................................................................................................... 14
changing the internal LED light ..................................................................................... 14
care when handling / moving your unit.......................................................................... 14
servicing ........................................................................................................................ 14
switching off for long periods of time ............................................................................. 14
condensation ................................................................................................................. 14
disposal............................................................................................................................. 14
specications.................................................................................................................... 15
product che..................................................................................................................... 15
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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:
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environment;
– bed and breakfast type environment;
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
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 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.
• 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 should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the unit.
• 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.
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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.
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 flames 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.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
• 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. (If applicable)
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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:
Thank you for purchasing your new Fridge Freezer.
These operating instructions will help you use it properly and safely.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this installation/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 installation/
instruction manual for future reference.
Fridge Glass Shelf x 2
Ice Tray
Main Unit
Fridge Door Shelf x 5
Egg Tray
Instruction Manual
Instruction
Manual
Salad Bin Cover Shelf x 1
Water Tank
Salad Bin x 2
Freezer Drawer x 4 Bottom Freezer Drawer
x 2
Plastic Washer x 2 Wine Tray
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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 43°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.
Y mmY mm
X mmX mm
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.
You can also level the unit by inserting the plastic
washers.
1. Raise the lower door slightly.
2. Use a plier to insert the plastic washers in between
the bottom hinge and hinge grommet.
free space requirements
When installing the unit, ensure that 10 cm of free
space is left at both sides, 5 cm at the rear of the
unit and 30 cm at the top of the unit.
Please ensure there is more than twice the width
and depth distance space of the unit to fully open
the doors to a maximum angle.
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 drawers. 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 overfilled.
• 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.
Bottom hinge
Hinge grommet
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installation
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product overview
Fridge Glass
Shelf
Fridge Door
Shelf
Salad Bin
Salad Bin
Cover Shelf
Freezer
Drawer
Bottom
Freezer
Drawer
Water Tank
Water Dispenser
(on the door
front)
Place the wine tray on the fridge glass shelf.
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To save energy, the screen display will automatically turn off
after approximately 60 seconds without pressing any button.
operation
Connect the mains cable to the mains socket. The internal temperature
of your unit is controlled by an electronic control panel on the door.
Before changing any setting, ensure the lock is disabled.
temperature setting
• Fridge compartment temperature setting
1. Temperature range: 2°C to 8°C.
2. Press the REF. TEMP button repeatedly to set the temperature.
• Freezer compartment temperature setting
1. Temperature range: -24°C to -16°C.
2. Press the FRZ. TEMP button repeatedly to set the temperature.
super refrigerating mode
• Press the MODE button repeatedly to select the super refrigerating
mode. “SUPER REF.” will be illuminated. Temperature in the fridge is
quickly lowered to 2°C and food in the fridge can be kept fresh for a
longer period.
• To switch off, press the MODE button repeatedly until no modes are
displayed, and the fridge temperature will resume to the previous setting. Otherwise, the super
refrigerating mode will exit automatically after 2.5 hours.
super freeze mode
• Press the MODE button repeatedly to select the super freeze mode. “SUPER FRZ.” will be
illuminated. Temperature in the freezer will be quickly lowered to -24°C.
• To switch off, press the MODE button repeatedly until no modes are displayed, and the freezer
temperature will resume to the previous setting. You can also set the super freeze mode hours
to either 6 hours or 48 hours. Press and hold the FRZ. TEMP button for 3 seconds, “6” will be
displayed which means 6 hours, press the FRZ. TEMP button again and “48” will be displayed
which means 48 hours. Super freeze mode will exit automatically after the selected hours.
vacation mode
• If you will be away for a period of time, you can set the fridge to vacation mode. Press the
MODE button repeatedly to select the vacation mode. “VACATION” will be illuminated. Do not
store any food in the fridge during holiday mode.
• To switch off, press the MODE button repeatedly until no modes are displayed, and the fridge
and freezer temperature will resume to the previous setting.
When vacation mode is on, the fridge compartment will automatically turn off (“OFF” will be
illuminated) and the freezer compartment will be set at -18°C.
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To save energy, avoid opening the doors frequently or keeping them opened for a long time.
door alarm
When a fridge door is left opened for over 2 minutes, the alarm will sound. The alarm will sound
once per minute. Press any button to deactivate the alarm or simply close the door.
child lock
When child lock is activated, pressing all buttons will not work.
• To activate child lock, press and hold the LOCK / UNLOCK button for 3 seconds. will
illuminate.
• To deactivate child lock, press and hold the LOCK / UNLOCK button for 3 seconds. will
extinguish.
When there is no button operation or door opening for about 30 seconds, the unit will
automatically enter child lock state.
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.
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.
• 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.
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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 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 re-freeze anything that has been defrosted 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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before using the water dispenser
Before using the water dispenser, clean the water tank and water valve
component first.
1. Take out the water tank by gripping it tightly on both sides, then with some
force keep pulling it upward and toward your direction until removed.
2. Unlock and take off the water tank cover and sealing ring, and wash the
water tank, its cover and sealing ring under water. After washing, drain the
water from inside the tank and replace the cover and sealing ring. Make
sure to lock the cover to the water tank on both sides. Make sure the
sealing ring is replaced properly.
3. Take out the water valve component by using a thin flat-headed tool to
insert into the head of the water valve to pry it open, then pull out the water
valve component and wash it under water.
filling the water tank
Pour drinking water into the water tank through the small lid. Close the lid after filling.
• Do not fill above the level, otherwise, it may overflow.
• Before filling with water, ensure that the water tank is steady and in a correct position.
• Apart from drinking water, other beverages (such as milk, juice, carbonated beverage, etc)
are not suggested to be used, especially beverages that include grain must not be used
(may result in blockage and damage).
• Hot water must not be filled into the water tank directly.
• Do not touch other parts of the unit when filling water, it may lead to leakage.
4. After washing, re-assemble it back. Align the bottom of the water valve component with the slot
on the unit, then press down the water valve component until a click is heard. Check and ensure
the water valve component sits and locks properly and securely on the unit.
5. Insert the water tank into the water valve. Align the sealing ring with the water valve, then press
down the water tank into the water valve until it sits properly and securely.
• If the water in the water tank is not used for a long period, it is recommended that the
water be replaced.
• If the water tank is used for the first time, or if it has been kept unused for a long period, it
needs to be cleaned before use.
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cleaning the interior and the exterior of the unit
• Remove all the shelves and drawers.
• Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm
water using a sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and drawers.
• 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 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.
cleaning the water tank and water dispenser
• To clean the water tank, see the section “before using the water dispenser”.
• To clean the water dispenser, wipe it with damp towel regularly.
receiving water from the water dispenser
You should use the type of container that can fit under
the water dispenser. Place the container properly
underneath and push on the lever for water to flow.
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maintenance
changing the internal LED light
The internal light is an LED panel that cannot be changed by the user. Please contact a qualified
service agent.
care when handling / moving your 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 off 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 off any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a qualified
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 office.
When disposing of an old unit break off any old locks or latches and remove the door as a
safeguard.
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specifications
Rated Voltage 220-240V~, 50 Hz
Rated Current 1.9 A
Rated Power Defrost: 250 W
Dimension (H x W x D) 1775 x 833 x 740 mm
Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Brand Kenwood
Model K4D496X18
Household Appliance Category 7
Energy Efficiency Class A+
Energy consumption 396 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 327 L
Freezer Storage Volume 140 L
Total Frost Free for the fridge & freezer compartment.
Temperature Rise Time 15 hours
Freezing Capacity 18 kg / 24 hours
Climate Class
N, ST, T
This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient
temperature between 16°C and 43°C.
Airborne Acoustical Noise 42 dB(A) re 1 pW
product fiche
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IB-K4D496X18-180621V1
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 off your waste for recycling,
please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product.
Need Help with your product?
Your product is supported by Knowhow
under a Trademark Licence from Fisher & Paykel Appliances Italy SpA.
For help or spare parts please call us on:
0344 561 1234
DSG Retail Ltd. (co. no. 504877)
1 Portal Way, London, W3 6RS, UK
Manufactured for DSG Retail Limited under Licence from Fisher & Paykel Appliances Italy SpA.
DSG Retail Limited is responsible for after sales service.
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