montpellier MAB550C User manual

Retro Style Larder Fridge - 55cm Wide
MAB550C - 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

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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Section 2. Safety Advice
-Please read this booklet thoroughly before installing and switching on
the appliance. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for incorrect
installation and usage.
-If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock, as a safety
measure break or remove the lock and/or door before disposal.
-Your old appliances contain insulation gases and refrigerant that must
be disposed of correctly. Please ensure that the refrigerant circuit is
not damaged before the appliance is taken away for correct disposal in
line with current legislation. If there is any doubt contact your Local
Authority for instructions.
-This appliance may contain the refrigerant isobutene (R600a). This is a
natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility; however,
caution is required as isobutene is a flammable gas. It is essential to
ensure that refrigerant tubes are not damaged during transportation
and the installation of the appliance. In the event that the refrigerant
circuit is damaged, avoid naked flames or sources of ignition and
ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
-Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
-Do not allow children to play with plastic bags – tear the
bag(s) immediately and ensure that they are placed in a dust-bin out of
reach.
-This appliance shall not 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, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction on how to 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.
-If using an adaptor, this must be used in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions and ensure that the electrical circuit is not
overloaded as this could cause overheating.
-Do not twist or bend the cables, and keep them away from hot
surfaces.
-Do not plug ın or unplug this appliance with wet hands.
-Following installation make sure that the power cable is not
trapped underneath the appliance.
-If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, it’s service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to
avoid a hazard.
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Section 3. Operating the Appliance
3.1. Switching on the Appliance
-Allow the appliance to stand for a minimum of 4 hours after installation.
-Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains supply.
-Set the thermostat control to the required setting as detailed in the
Temperature Control section (3.2.).
-Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the correct temperature to
be reached.
3.2. Temperature Control
The temperature selector knob is located on the r/hand panel of the inner cabinet
(see Description of the Appliance on page 3). Please note that a larder fridge does
not have an ice-box and will operate at a slightly higher temperature than a fridge
with an ice-box.
-Setting “0”: Unit Off
-Setting “1”: Unit On – Warmest Temperature
-Setting “3” to ”4”: Normal Operation (adequate for most situations)
-Setting “7”: Coldest Temperature
Important!
During high ambient temperatures e.g. on hot summer days, it may be necessary to
set the thermostat to the coldest setting (position 7). This may cause the
compressor to run continuously in order to maintain a low temperature in the
cabinet.
N.B. If you site this appliance in a garage, out-building or a cold room where the
ambient temperature may fall below 6 to 8 degrees C, condensation 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.
To prevent condensation building up on the outer cabinet ensure that
the ambient temperature is above 8 degrees C.
3.3. Normal Operating Sounds
You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped to
the cooling system and through the coils or tubing at the rear of the appliance.
When the compressor is in operation you may hear a slight whirring sound or
pulsating noise. The thermostat controls the operation of the compressor, and you
may hear a slight click as it cycles in and out.
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3.4. Energy Saving Advice
•Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat, such as a
cooker, dishwasher or radiator.
•Locate the appliance in a cool well-ventilated room and make
sure that the air vents are clear.
•Try to avoid keeping the door open for a long time, warm air will
enter the cabinet and may cause a build up of ice as well as
affecting the energy consumption. Ensure there are no
obstructions preventing the door from closing properly.
•Ensure that the door seal is clean and there are no tears or
splits.
•Keep the most perishable foods, (those with a short shelf-life,
such as cooked meats), in the coldest part of the fridge.
•The Salad Crisper Box is the warmest part of your fridge and
should be used for vegetables, salads and fruits etc. (see
Description of Appliance on Page 3).
•Do not overload the fridge: the cooling air that circulates to
keep the fridge cold gets blocked and pockets of warm air
form.
•Do not put hot food into the fridge – let it cool down first.
3.5. In the Event of a Power Failure
If there is a power failure, keep the door closed. When the power has been
restored the appliance will start to operate but it may take some time to
achieve the pre-set operating temperature. Check the condition of your
stored food items and liquids.
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Section 4. Maintenance
Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out, DISCONNECT
the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.
4.1. Internal Cleaning
Clean the interior and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to
0.5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use detergents, abrasive
powders, highly perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or cleaning products
containing bleach or alcohol.
4.2. External Cleaning
Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products.
There may be sharp edges on the underside of the product, so care should be
taken when cleaning. Once or twice a year dust the rear of the appliance and the
compressor at the back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an
accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause
increased energy consumption.
4.3. When the appliance is not in use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods, remove the contents, disconnect
from the electricity supply and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar until you
wish to use the appliance again.
4.4. Changing the Interior Light Bulb
-Switch off the power supply to the appliance
-Remove the light cover (squeeze/unclip or unscrew from housing)
-Unscrew the bulb from the rear of the light unit.
-Replace the bulb with a suitable replacement (check the wattage shown on
the bulb).
-Refit the cover and switch the appliance back on.
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4.5. What to do if something goes wrong
There is no power to the appliance:
-Check there is not a power cut
-Check there is power to the electric socket/
appliance
-Check the fuse in the plug (Must be 13 amp)
The compressor runs continuously:
-Is the door closed correctly?
-Have large quantities of food recently been added to the appliance? – if
yes, allow the interior temperature to recover
-Has the appliance door been opened frequently? – if yes, allow the interior
temperature to recover
The appliance is making a noise:
-Refer to Normal Operating Sounds, section 3.3.
-Ensure that the appliance has been installed correctly (see section 1).
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Help-line
If after the previous checks there is still a
fault, please contact the Montpellier Service
Help-line below.
Please ensure that you have the model
number, serial number, date of purchase and
retailers information available before you
make the call.
Service Help-Line
Should your appliance develop a fault, please call
Montpellier Service on: 01759 487839.
Electrical connection (for UK type plug)
For your safety please read the following information.
Warning: This appliance must be earthed.
This appliance operates from 220-240 volts and
should be protected by a 13amp fuse in the plug.
The appliance is supplied with a standard 13 amp 3-pin
mains plug tted with a 13-amp fuse. Should the fuse
require replacement, it must be replaced with a fuse
rated at 13 amp and approved to BS1362.
Insurance
The warranty provided with this product does not
cover loss of food content.
Any claim for loss, damage, costs or expenses of
an indirect or consequential nature including any
economic loss or damage to foodstus or any
other goods is excluded. We recommend that you
inspect your appliance regularly to check that it is
working correctly, losses can result from deterioration
following breakdown or accidental failure of the
appliance, fuses, plugs or public electricity supply,
these can be covered by your standard home
insurance or might require extra cover.
Check with your insurance provider.
Important Note:
This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). 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.
The symbol on the product, or on the documents
accompanying the product, the Crossed Out Wheelie
Bin, indicates that this appliance may not be treated
as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment,
recovery and recycling of this product, please
contact your local authority, your household
waste disposal service or the retailer where
you purchased the product.
We continuously try to improve our products for the
benet of our customers. For this reason we reserve
the right to make changes to any product at any time,
without notice
Issue: 01/11/2018
THE PERFECT BALANCE OF FUNCTION, STYLE AND RELIABILITY
LAUNDRY - DISHWASHING - COOKING - COOLING
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The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable 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 city oce, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
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