Kenwood KSBSDB15 Service manual

installation / instructions manual
American Style Fridge Freezer
with Water Dispenser
KSBSDB15 / KSBSDB17 /
KSBSDX15
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Contents
safety warnings .................................................................................................................. 3
unpacking............................................................................................................................ 5
installation........................................................................................................................... 6
location ............................................................................................................................ 6
levelling the unit............................................................................................................... 6
free space requirements.................................................................................................. 6
installing the water tank................................................................................................... 7
cleaning before use ......................................................................................................... 7
before using your unit...................................................................................................... 7
product overview................................................................................................................ 8
main unit.......................................................................................................................... 8
operation ............................................................................................................................. 9
temperature setting ......................................................................................................... 9
super cool mode.............................................................................................................. 9
super freeze mode .......................................................................................................... 9
holiday mode ................................................................................................................... 9
eco mode....................................................................................................................... 10
smart mode ................................................................................................................... 10
door alarm ..................................................................................................................... 10
child lock........................................................................................................................ 10
twistable ice tray............................................................................................................ 10
lling the water tank........................................................................................................11
receiving water from the water dispenser.......................................................................11
noises inside the unit!.................................................................................................... 12
tips for keeping food in the unit ..................................................................................... 12
preparations for freezing ............................................................................................... 12
defrosting frozen food.................................................................................................... 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
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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.)
• 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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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.
Freezer Glass Shelf x 3
Fridge Glass Shelf x 3
Twistable Ice Tray with
Ice Box
Main Unit
Freezer Door Shelf x 5
Fridge Door Shelf x 4
Egg Tray
Freezer Drawer x 2
Salad Bin x 2
Wine Rack
Bottle Stopper
Instruction Manual
Instruction
Manual
Salad Bin Cover Shelf x 1
Water Tank
Freezer Drawer Cover
Shelf x 1 Fresh Box Bottom Cover
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installation
levelling the unit
1. 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.
2. Cover the bottom part by screwing the bottom
cover on it with a hexangular screwdriver until it is
secured in place.
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 38°C. Avoid
locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight
as it may increase the electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also
cause the unit not to perform properly. This unit is not designed for use in a garage or outdoor
installation. Do not drape the unit with any covering.
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 of
145º.
Max. 145°Max. 145°
Y mmY mm
X mmX mm
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installation
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.
installing the water tank
• Insert the valve of the water tank into the hole of
the water dispenser and push down the water tank
to attach securely with the water dispenser.
• To remove the water tank, hold firmly on both sides
and bottom of the water tank then push up.
Be careful not to press on the valve.
Valve
• Make sure the rubber seal inside the hole
is in proper position before installing the
water tank. This is because the rubber
seal may turn inside out when removing
the water tank.
• A tiny part of the rubber seal will appear
torn. This is not a damage. On the
contrary, it helps to prevent the rubber
seal from turning inside out when
removing the water tank.
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product overview
main unit
Fridge Door
Shelf
Water Tank
Twistable Ice
Tray with Ice
Box
Wine Rack
Fridge Glass
Shelf
Freezer Door
Shelf Freezer
Glass Shelf
Salad BinFreezer
Drawer
Egg Tray Bottle Stopper Water Dispenser
(on the door
front)
LED Light
Water Dispenser
(inside the fridge
door)
Salad Bin
Cover Shelf
Freezer Drawer
Cover Shelf
Fresh Box
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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 temperature setting
1. Temperature range: 2°C to 8°C.
2. Press the Room button to select fridge .
3. Press the Temp. + / Temp. - buttons repeatedly to set the temperature.
• Freezer temperature setting
1. Temperature range: -15°C to -25°C.
2. Press the Room button to select freezer .
3. Press the Temp. + / Temp. - buttons repeatedly to set the temperature.
super cool mode
• Press the Mode button to select the super cool mode .
• The light will be illuminated. Temperature in the fridge is quickly lowered and food in the fridge
can be kept fresh for a longer period.
• Toswitcho,pressthe Room button to select fridge , and the fridge temperature will resume to
the previous setting. Otherwise, super cool mode will also automatically deactivate after 6 hours,
and the fridge temperature will set to 2°C. The light will extinguish.
super freeze mode
• Press the Mode button to select the super freeze mode .
• The light will be illuminated. Temperature in the freezer will be quickly lowered.
• Toswitchoff,pressthe Room button to select freezer , and the freezer temperature will resume
to the previous setting. Otherwise, super freeze mode will also automatically deactivate after 26
hours, and the freezer temperature will set to -24°C. The light will extinguish.
holiday mode
• If you will be away for a period of time, you can set the fridge to holiday mode. Press the Mode
button to select the holiday mode . The light will be illuminated. Temperature in the fridge
will automatically set to 15°C. Do not store any food in the fridge during holiday mode. The
freezer remains on.
• To switch off, press theRoom button to select fridge , and the fridge temperature will resume
to the previous setting. The light will extinguish.
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eco mode
• If you will be away for a period of time, you can set the freezer to eco mode (power-saving
mode). Press the Mode button to select the eco mode . The light will be illuminated.
Temperature in the freezer will automatically set to -15°C to minimise energy consumption.
• To switch off, press the Room button to select freezer , and the freezer temperature will
resume to the previous setting. The light will extinguish.
smart mode
• Press the Mode button to select the smart mode . The temperature of the unit will self-adjust
automatically.
• To switch off, press the Room button to select freezer or fridge .
door alarm
When the fridge or freezer door is left opened for over 1.5 minutes, the alarm indicator will
illuminate and an alarm will sound. The alarm will sound 3 times every 30 seconds and will
automatically stop sounding after sounding 10 times if the alarm is not deactivated manually.
Press the Mode button to deactivate the alarm (until disappears).
child lock
When child lock is activated, pressing all buttons will not work except pressing .
• To activate child lock, press and hold for 5 seconds. The child lock icon will illuminate.
• To deactivate child lock, press and hold for 5 seconds. The child lock icon will extinguish.
twistable ice tray
When ice cubes are formed in the ice tray, twist the knobs on the ice tray clockwise to release the
ice cubes into the ice box. Pull out the ice box to collect the ice cubes. You can then freeze a new
set of ice cubes by filling the empty ice tray with drinkable water.
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