montpellier MAB2055C User manual

Retro Style Larder Fridge - 55cm Wide
MAB2055C - Cream
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install or use this appliance.
We recommend that you keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Installation and Operating Instructions
THE PERFECT BALANCE OF FUNCTION AND STYLE
LAUNDRY - DISHWASHING - COOKING - COOLING

Introduction and
2 Year Guarantee
Thank you for choosing this Montpellier appliance.
It has been designed to give years of trouble-free
use provided it is installed and maintained correctly.
Please read these instructions carefully before
installing or using your appliance. It is advisable to
keep your purchase and installation receipts with
these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Included is some important safety information in addition
to guidelines and recommendations that will enable you
to take full advantage of all the functions available.
This quality appliance has been tested and
certied to meet all applicable UK electrical
and safety standards.
This appliance must be installed and connected
in accordance with current regulations by a
qualied electrician.
After unpacking the appliance ensure that there is
no visible damage. If the appliance has been
damaged during transit, do not use it, contact
your retailer immediately.
THE 2 YEAR MANUFACTURERS GUARANTEE
DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.
Your new Montpellier appliance carries a free
guarantee which protects you against the cost
of repairs during the rst 24 months from date
of purchase provided that:
Any claim is accompanied by evidence of the model
reference, model serial number and proof of purchase,
such as a Sales Receipt, showing that the appliance
was purchased within the 24 months prior to the
date of claim.
What is not covered under the Guarantee:
• Any appliance not correctly installed and operated in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Any appliance that is used for anything other than
domestic purposes.
• Any defect caused by accident, misuse, unauthorised
modication or inexpert repair.
• Cost of Call-out where a fault cannot be found with
the appliance.
• Cost of Call-out for work covering routine maintenance,
such as, but not exclusively, cleaning of lters
or defrosting.
• Cost of Call-out for work required to correct the
alignment of doors following door reversal procedures
carried out by you.
• Use of the appliance by anyone other than the
Householder.
•Use in any commercial environment.
• Consumable items, such as, but not exclusively, fuses
in plugs, bulbs and breakable items which require
routine replacement.
• Repair costs incurred that have not been authorised
by Montpellier Service.
• Repairs carried out by a non-approved Montpellier
Service engineer.
YOUR GUARANTEE IS VALID ONLY IN THE UK & ROI.
To Register your Appliance
Simply complete the card in your appliance pack and
return it with a stamp axed or alternatively you can
register online (please see link below).
Service Helpline
Should your appliance develop a fault, please call
Montpellier Service on: 01759 487839.
Please remember to have all your product details
available, including the serial number, before
registering a fault.
Your service call cannot progress without
this information.
Register your product online
www.montpellier-appliances.com/support/register-your-product

Safety information
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In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before
installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully,
including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and
accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance
are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save
these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if
it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be
properly informed on appliance use and safety.
For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user’s
instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages
caused by omission.
Children and vulnerable people safety
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 super
vision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved.
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload this
appliance.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless
they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.
Keep all packaging well away from children. There is risk of
suffocation.
If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut
the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and
remove the door to prevent playing children to suffer electric shock or
to close themselves into it.
If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older
appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to
make that spring lack unusable before you discard the old appliance.
This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.
General safety
WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure
or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended
by the manufacturer.
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Safety information
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WARNING! Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice
cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances, unless they are
approved for this purpose by the manufacture.
WARNING! Do not touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long
period of time because it could be very hot.1 )
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
The refrigerant isobutane (R-600a) is contained within the refrigerant
circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of
environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.
During transportation and installation of the appliance, becertain that
none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
-avoid open flames and sources of ignition
-thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any
way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire and/or
electric shock.
This appliance is intended to be used in domestic households and
equivalent domestic environments only.
WARNING! Any electrical components(plug, power cord,
compressor and etc.) must be replaced by a certified service agent
or qualified service personnel.
WARNING! The light bulb supplied with this appliance is a “special
use lamp bulb” usable only with the appliance supplied. This “special
use lamp” is not usable for domestic lighting.1 )
1) If there is a light in the compartment.
WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply
cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or
portable power suppliers at the rear of the appliance.

Safety information
1) If there is a freezer compartment.
2) If there is a fresh-food storage compartment.
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Power cord must not be lengthened.
Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the
back of the appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug may
overheat and cause a fire.
Make sure that you can come to the mains plug of the appliance.
Do not pull the mains cable.
If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There
is a risk of electric shock or fire.
You must not operate the appliance without the lamp.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if you
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or
frost/freezer burns.
Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.
Daily use
Do not put hot on the plastic parts in the appliance.
Do not place food products directly against the rear wall.
Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.1 )
Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food
manufacture, s instructions.1 )
Appliance, s manufactures storage recommendations should be
strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
Do not place carbonated of fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as
it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode,
resulting in damage to the appliance.1 )
Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the
appliance.1 )
To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following
instructions
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 48h; 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 (if they are presented in the
appliance) are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making
ice-cream and making ice cubes.

Safety information
1) If there is a freezer compartment.
2) If there is a fresh-food storage compartment.
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Care and cleaning
 Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the
mains plug from the mains socket.
 Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
 Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a
plastic scraper.1 )
 Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If
necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect in
the bottom of the appliance.2 )
Installation
Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions
given in specific paragraphs.
 Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not
connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages
immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packing.
 It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the
appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
 Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this
leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation, follow the
instructions relevant to installation.
 Wherever possible the spacers of the product should be against a
wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, con-
denser) to prevent possible burn.
 The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.
 Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of
the appliance.
Service
 Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
 This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Center, and
only genuine spare parts must be used.
Energy saving
 Don’t put hot food in the appliance;
 Don’t pack food close together as this prevents air circulating;
 Make sure food don’t touch the back of the compartment(s);

One-, two- and three -star compartments (if they are presented in the
appliance) are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
If the appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost,
clean, dry and leave the door open to prevent mount developing
within the appliance.

Safety information
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 If electricity goes off, don’t open the door(s);
 Don’t open the door(s) frequently;
 Don’t keep the door(s) open for too long time;
 Don’t set the thermostat on exceeding cold temperatures;
 Some accessories, such as drawers, can be removed to get larger
storage volume and lower energy consumption.
Environment Protection
This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage the
ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The
appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and
rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance
shall be disposed according to the appliance regulations to obtain from
your local authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially the
heat exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the
symbol are recyclable.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this
product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it
should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this
product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local council, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Packaging materials
The materials with the symbol are recyclable. Dispose the packaging in
a suitable collection container to recycle it.
Disposal of the appliance
1. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
2. Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
WARNING! During using, service and disposal the
appliance, please pay attention to symbol as left side, which is
located on rear of appliance (rear panel or compressor.
It’s risk of fire warning symbol. There are flammable materials in
refrigerant pipes and compressor.
Please be far away fire source during using, service and
disposal.

Description of the Appliance
1. Thermostat Control & Interior Light
2. Interior Glass Shelf (x 2)
3. Door Storage – Specific Areas for Bottles & Dairy Products
4. Salad Crisper Box with Glass Shelf
5. Levelling Feet
(Picture for indicative purposes only, model supplied may differ).
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Coldest Zone
Cool Zone

CONTENTS:
Section 1. Installation
Section 2. Safety Advice
Section 3. Operating the Appliance
Section 4. Maintenance
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Section 1. Installation
-IMPORTANT! This appliance must be left to stand in an upright
position for at least 4 hours before being switched on for the first
time.
-This appliance has been designed for Domestic Use Only.
-Remove all packaging and securing tape from the appliance.
-Wash the interior of the appliance with luke warm water containing a
small amount of bicarbonate soda (5ml to 0.5 litres of water).
-This appliance has been designed and manufactured to operate
efficiently within an ambient temperature range of +16° to +32°C.
-It is not recommended to site this appliance in a cold atmosphere,
i.e. Garage, cellar or shed where the temperature may fall below 10°c
Doing so may impede the efficient operation of the appliance
and lead to condensation issues - see below.
-N.B. If you site this appliance in a garage/out-building or any other
cold environment, condensation may occur depending on the
ambient temperature. This may form on the outer cabinet and
“pool” under the appliance. This is quite normal and does not
indicate that there is a fault with the appliance. However,
condensation droplets may also enter the appliance and damage
the insulation.
N.B. Condensation or related problems such as rust are not
covered under the manufacturers guarantee!
-N.B. If you site this appliance in a very warm room/environment, i.e.
conservatory, the motor may run continuously and the required
temperature may not be achieved inside the cabinet.
-Position the appliance in a dry atmosphere and out of direct
sunlight.
-Do not position next to a cooker or other sources of heat, i.e.
radiator.
-Leave a minimum gap of 2cm between the appliances in order to
avoid condensation.
-Please ensure that there is a small ‘air-gap’ between the appliance
and the rear and side walls.
-Do not place or store heavy items on the top of this appliance.
-Ensure that the appliance is positioned on a firm flat floor.
-This appliance must be level.
-Ensure that the appliance is upright and wheels/feet are in firm
contact with the floor so that the cabinet is stable.
-Connect the plug to an adjacent 13amp socket outlet and ensure
that the appliance is not standing on the supply cable.
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