Kenwood KSBS4DX17 Service manual

installation / instructions manual
Total Frost Free Fridge Freezer with
Water Dispenser
KSBS4DX17
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Contents
safety warnings .................................................................................................................. 4
unpacking............................................................................................................................ 8
installation........................................................................................................................... 9
location ............................................................................................................................ 9
levelling the unit............................................................................................................... 9
free space requirements.................................................................................................. 9
cleaning before use ......................................................................................................... 9
before using your unit...................................................................................................... 9
product overview.............................................................................................................. 10
main unit........................................................................................................................ 10
operation ............................................................................................................................11
temperature setting ........................................................................................................11
super cool mode.............................................................................................................11
super freeze mode .........................................................................................................11
holiday mode ................................................................................................................. 12
eco mode....................................................................................................................... 12
smart mode ................................................................................................................... 12
door alarm ..................................................................................................................... 12
child lock........................................................................................................................ 12
twistable ice tray............................................................................................................ 12
salad bin cover shelf with humidity control .................................................................... 13
noises inside the unit!.................................................................................................... 13
tips for keeping food in the unit ..................................................................................... 13
preparations for freezing ............................................................................................... 13
defrosting frozen food.................................................................................................... 14
before using the water dispenser .................................................................................. 14
lling the water tank....................................................................................................... 15
receiving water from the water dispenser...................................................................... 15
cleaning the interior and the exterior of the unit........................................................... 16
cleaning the water tank and water dispenser ................................................................ 16
maintenance...................................................................................................................... 17
changing the internal LED light ..................................................................................... 17
care when handling / moving your unit.......................................................................... 17
servicing ........................................................................................................................ 17
switching off for long periods of time ............................................................................. 17
condensation ................................................................................................................. 17
disposal............................................................................................................................. 17
specications.................................................................................................................... 18
product che..................................................................................................................... 18
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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 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 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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• 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)
• 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 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.
WARNING: Risk of fire/flammable materials
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WaterDispenser
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 Kenwood 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.
If items are missing or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only).
Tel: [phone] for assistance.
Fridge Glass Shelf x 3
Twistable Ice Tray with
Ice Box
Main Unit
Fridge Door Shelf x 6
Egg Tray x 2
Freezer Drawer x 4 (with
2 freezer trays)
Salad Bin x 2
Wine Rack
Instruction Manual
Instruction
Manual
Salad Bin Cover Shelf
(with humidity control)
Can Rack
Freezer Glass Shelf x 4
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installation
levelling the unit
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.
installation
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 10°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.
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. 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.
Y mmY mm
X mmX mm
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 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.
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.
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product overview
main unit
Fridge Door
Shelf Water Tank
Fridge Glass
Shelf
Can Rack
Salad Bins
Freezer Drawers
(with freezer
glass shelves)
Water Dispenser
(on the door
front)
Salad Bin
Cover Shelf
(with humidity
control)
My Fresh Choice
Freezer Drawers
(with freezer glass
shelves)
Freezer Tray
Freezer Tray
The “My Fresh Choice” compartment can be used to keep food fresh for a period of
storage:
• -5°C to store some seafood (e.g. lobster, fish) and fresh meat for short-term storage (1 to
3 days)
• -10°C to store meat for mid-term storage (1 month or more)
• -18°C to store ice-cream and meat for long-term storage (more than 3 months)
Default temperature setting is -12°C.
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