montpellier MRF48BK User manual

Installation and Operating Instructions
THE PERFECT BALANCE OF FUNCTION AND STYLE
LAUNDRY - DISHWASHING - COOKING - COOLING
Installation and Operating Instructions
THE PERFECT BALANCE OF FUNCTION AND STYLE
LAUNDRY - DISHWASHING - COOKING - COOLING
48cm 2* Icebox Fridge
MRF48W-1/BK White & Black
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.

Thank you for choosing this Montpellier appliance.
Our appliances have been designed to provide you with the best combination of style, reliability and performance to
give you years of trouble-free use.
You may be familiar with a similar product, but please take time to read these instructions carefully before installing
or using your appliance to ensure you get the most from your purchase.
We recommend that you keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
Your appliance is covered by a comprehensive two year Parts & Labour
Guarantee. In the unlikely event that you experience a problem with your
appliance, you can rest assured that you are fully protected against the cost of
repairs for the first 24 months . Please note that any claim must be
accompanied by the model reference number, serial number and proof of
purchase.
To activate your guarantee, you will need your product serial number. This can
be found inside your appliance.
NB: Please make sure that you keep a copy of your original sales invoice as this
will be needed if any service call is required.
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Icon Type Meaning
WARNING Serious injury or death risk
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Dangerous voltage risk
FIRE Warning; Risk of re / ammable materials
CAUTION Injury or property damage risk
IMPORTANT Operating the system correctly

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CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 4
1.1 General Safety Warnings ...............................................................................................4
1.2 In󰀬allation warnings .......................................................................................................8
1.3 During Usage..................................................................................................................8
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE.......................................................... 10
2.1 Dimensions...................................................................................................................11
3 USING THE APPLIANCE .............................................................................. 12
3.1 Thermo󰀬at Setting .......................................................................................................12
3.2 Temperature Settings Warnings ...................................................................................12
3.3 Accessories ..................................................................................................................13
3.3.1 Ice Tray (In some models) .......................................................................................13
4 FOOD STORAGE........................................................................................... 13
4.1 Refrigerator Compartment............................................................................................13
4.2 Freezer Compartment ..................................................................................................14
5 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE................................................................ 17
5.1 Defro󰀬ing .....................................................................................................................17
6 SHIPMENT AND REPOSITIONING.............................................................. 18
6.1 Transportation and Changing Positioning ....................................................................18
6.2 Repositioning the Door.................................................................................................18
7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-SALES SERVICE ........................................... 18
8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY........................................................................ 19
9 TECHNICAL DATA......................................................................................... 20
10 INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES .................................................. 20
11 CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE............................................................ 20
PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEEET.............................................................. 21
HERE FOR YOU................................................................................................... 23

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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 General Safety Warnings
Read this user manual carefully.
WARNING: Make sure that the appliance is left to
stand for a minimum of 4 hours before being turned
on for the first time.
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 use electrical appliances inside
the food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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 supplies at the rear of the
appliance.
WARNING: In order to avoid any hazards resulting
from the instability of the appliance, it must be fixed
in accordance with the instructions.

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If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this
information will be provided on the label of the cooler)
you should take care during transportation and
installation to prevent the cooler elements from being
damaged. R600a is an environmentally friendly and
natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak
due to damage of the cooler elements, move your
fridge away from open flames or heat sources and
ventilate the room where the appliance is located for
a few minutes.
• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not
damage the cooler gas circuit.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household
and domestic applications only.
• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it
must be replaced by a service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• A specially grounded plug has been connected
to the power cable of your refrigerator. This plug
should be used with a specially grounded socket of
13 amperes. If there is no such socket in your
house, please have one installed by an authorised
electrician.

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•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 are not
expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance of
the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old)
are not expected to use appliances, young children
(3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances
safely unless continuous supervision is given, older
children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can
use appliances safely after they have been given
appropriate supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance. Very vulnerable people are not
expected to use appliances safely unless continuous
supervision is given.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or
similar qualified persons, in order to avoid a hazard.

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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
• 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.
•Two 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.

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1.2 Installation warnings
Before using your refrigerator for the first
time, please pay attention to the following
points:
•The operating voltage for your
refrigerator is 220-240 V at 50Hz.
•The plug must be accessible after
installation.
•Your refrigerator may have an odour
when it is operated for the first time. This
is normal and the odour will fade when
your fridge freezer starts to cool.
•Before connecting your refrigerator,
ensure that the information on the data
plate (voltage and connected load)
matches that of the mains electricity
supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
• Insert the plug into a socket with an
efficient ground connection. If the socket
has no ground contact or the plug does
not match, we recommend you consult a
qualified electrician for assistance.
•The appliance must be connected
with a properly installed fused socket.
The power supply (AC) and voltage at
the operating point must match with the
details on the name plate of the
appliance (the name plate is located on
the inside left of the appliance).
•We do not accept responsibility for any
damages that occur due to ungrounded
usage.
• Place your refrigerator where it will not
be exposed to direct sunlight.
•Your refrigerator must never be used
outdoors or exposed to rain.
•Your appliance must be at least 50 cm
away from stoves, gas ovens and heater
cores, and at least 5 cm away from
electrical ovens.
• If your refrigerator is placed next to a
deep freezer, there must be at least 2 cm
between them to prevent humidity
forming on the outer surface.
•Do not cover the body or top of
refrigerator with lace. This will affect the
performance of your refrigerator.
•Clearance of at least 150 mm is required
at the top of your appliance. Do not place
anything on top of your appliance.
•Do not place heavy items on the
appliance.
•Clean the appliance thoroughly before
use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).
• Before using your refrigerator, wipe all
parts with a solution of warm water and a
teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate. Then,
rinse with clean water and dry. Return all
parts to the refrigerator after cleaning.
•Use the adjustable front legs to make
sure your appliance is level and stable.
You can adjust the legs by turning them in
either direction. This must be done before
placing food in the appliance.
• Install the two plastic distance guides (the
parts on the black vanes
-condenser- at the rear)
by turning it 90° (as
shown in the figure) to
prevent the condenser
from touching the wall.
• The distance between
the appliance and back wall must be a
maximum of 75 mm.
1.3 During Usage
•Do not connect your refrigerator to the
mains electricity supply using an
extension lead.
•Do not use damaged, torn or old plugs.
•Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.
•Do not use plug adapter.
•This appliance is designed for use by
adults. Do not allow children to play with
the appliance or hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet
hands. This may cause a short circuit or
electric shock.
•Do not place glass bottles or cans in the
ice-making compartment as they will burst
when the contents freeze.
• Do not place explosive or flammable
material in your fridge. Place drinks with

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high alcohol content vertically in the
fridge compartment and make sure their
tops are tightly closed.
•When removing ice from the ice-making
compartment, do not touch it. Ice may
cause frost burns and/or cuts.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet
hands. Do not eat ice-cream or ice cubes
immediately after they are removed from
the ice-making compartment.
• Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This
may cause health issues such as food
poisoning.
Old and Out-of-order Fridges
•If your old fridge or freezer has a
lock, break or remove the lock before
discarding it, because children may
get trapped inside it and may cause an
accident.
•Old fridges and freezers contain
isolation material and refrigerant with
CFC. Therefore, take care not to harm
environment when you are discarding
your old fridges.
CE Declaration of conformity
We declare that our products meet the
applicable European Directives, Decisions
and Regulations and the requirements
listed in the standards referenced.
Disposal of your old appliance
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.
Packaging and the Environment
Packaging materials protect
your machine from damage that
may occur during transportation.
The packaging materials are
environmentally friendly as they are
recyclable. The use of recycled material
reduces raw material consumption and
therefore decreases waste production.
Notes:
•Please read the instruction manual
carefully before installing and using your
appliance. We are not responsible for the
damage occurred due to misuse.
• Follow all instructions on your appliance
and instruction manual, and keep this
manual in a safe place to resolve the
problems that may occur in the future.
•This appliance is produced to be used
in homes and it can only be used in
domestic environments and for the
specied purposes. It is not suitable for
commercial or common use. Such use
will cause the guarantee of the appliance
to be cancelled and our company will not
be responsible for any losses incurred.
•This appliance is produced to be used
in houses and it is only suitable for
cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable
for commercial or common use and/or
for storing substances except for food.
Our company is not responsible for any
losses incurred by inappropriate usage of
the appliance.

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2 DESCRIPTION OF THE
APPLIANCE
This appliance is not intended to be used
as a built-in appliance.
A
B
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This presentation is only for
information about the parts of the
appliance. Parts may vary according to the
appliance model.
A) Freezer compartment
B) Refrigerator compartment
1) Thermostat box
2) “Door Open” indicator
3) Refrigerator shelf
4) Crisper cover
5) Crisper
6) Bottle shelf
7) Door shelves
8) Butter and cheese shelf
9) Egg holder
10) Ice box tray
11) Plastic ice scraper *
* In some models
General notes:
Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most
e󰀩cient use of energy is ensured in the
conguration with the drawers in the bottom
part of the appliance, and shelves evenly
distributed, position of door bins does not
a󰀨ect energy consumption.
Freezer Compartment (Freezer): Most
E󰀩cient use of energy is ensured in the
conguration with the drawers and bins are
on stock position.

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2.1 Dimensions
W2
D2
W1
D1
W3
90o
D3
Space required in use 2
H2 mm 988
W2 mm 580
D2 mm 600
2 the height, width and depth of the
appliance including the handle,
plus the space necessary for free
circulation of the cooling air.
Overall space required in use 3
W3 mm 580
D3 mm 1039
3 the height, width and depth of the
appliance including the handle,
plus the space necessary for free
circulation of the cooling air, plus
the space necessary to allow door
opening to the minimum angle
permitting removal of all internal
equipment.
Overall dimensions 1
H1 mm 838
W1 mm 480
D1 mm 560
1 the height, width and depth of the
appliance without the handle.
H1
H2

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3 USING THE APPLIANCE
“Door Open” Indicator;
The "Door Open" indicator on the handle
shows whether the door has closed
properly or whether it remains open.
If the indicator is red, the door is still open.
If the indicator is white, the door is properly
closed.
“Door Open” Indicator
(The images are representative)
The freezer door should always be
kept closed. This will prevent food
products from defrosting. Any heavy ice
and frost build-up inside the freezer, and an
unnecessary increase in energy
consumption, will be avoided.
3.1 Thermostat Setting
The thermostat automatically regulates the
temperature inside the cooler and freezer
compartments. Refrigerator temperatures
can be obtained by rotating the knob
to higher numbers; 1 to 3, 1 to 5 or SF
(Maximum numbers on the thermostat
depends on your product.)
Important note: Do not try to rotate
the knob beyond position 1, it will stop
your appliance from working.
Thermostat knob
Lamp cover
(The images are representative)
Thermostat settings:
1 – 2 : For short-term storage of food
3 – 4 : For long-term storage of food
5 : Maximum cooling position. The
appliance will work longer.If required,
change the temperature setting.
If device has SF position:
•Turn the knob to SF to freeze fresh
food quickly. In this position, the freezer
compartment will operate at lower
temperatures. After your food freezes,
turn the thermostat knob to its normal
use position. If you do not change the
SF position, your appliance work will
automatically return to its last used
thermostat position according to the
time indicated in the note. Return the
thermostat switch to the SF position
and return it to normal use according
to the time indicated in the note.If the
thermostat switch is in the SF position
when your appliance is rst started, your
appliance work will automatically return
to the operation in the thermostat-3
position according to the time indicated in
the note.
3.2 Temperature Settings Warnings
•Your appliance is designed to operate in
an ambient temperature of 16° - 43°C,
according to the climate class stated in
the information label. It is not
recommended that your fridge is operated
in the environments which are outside of
the stated temperature ranges. This will
reduce the cooling efficiency of the
appliance.
•Temperature adjustments should be
made according to the frequency of door
openings, the quantity of food kept inside
the appliance and the ambient
temperature in the location of your
appliance.
• When the appliance is first switched on,
allow it to run for 24 hours in order to
reach operating temperature. During this
time, do not open the door and do not
keep a large quantity of food inside.
•A 5 minute delay function is applied
to prevent damage to the compressor of
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or disconnecting to mains, or when
an energy breakdown occurs. Your
appliance will begin to operate normally
after 5 minutes.
• The freezer** of the refrigerator can cool
up to -12 °C and more.
Climate class and meaning:
T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is
intended to be used at ambient
temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C.
N (temperate): This refrigerating appliance
is intended to be used at ambient
temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C.
3.3 Accessories
Visual and text descriptions in the
accessories section may vary according
to the model of your appliance.
3.3.1 Ice Tray (In some models)
• Fill the ice tray with water and place in
the freezer compartment.
• After the water has completely frozen,
you can twist the tray as shown below to
remove the ice cubes.
Visual and text descriptions in
the accessories section may vary
according to the model of your
appliance.
4 FOOD STORAGE
4.1 Refrigerator Compartment
•To reduce humidity and avoid the
consequent formation of frost, always
store liquids in sealed containers in the
refrigerator. Frost tends to concentrate in
the coldest parts of the evaporating liquid
and, in time, your appliance will require
more frequent defrosting.
•Cooked dishes must remain covered
when they are kept in the fridge.Do
not place warm foods in fridge.Place
them when they are cool, otherwise the
temperature/humidity inside the fridge will
increases, reducing the fridge’s e󰀩ciency.
•Make sure no items are in direct contact
with the rear wall of the appliance as
frost will develop and packaging will stick
to it. Do not open the refrigerator door
frequently.
• We recommend that meat and clean sh
are loosely wrapped and stored on the
glass shelf just above the vegetable bin
where the air is cooler, as this provides
the best storage conditions.
•Store loose fruit and vegetable items in
the crisper containers.
•Storing fruit and vegetables separately
helps prevent ethylene-sensitive
vegetables (green leaves, broccoli,
carrot, etc.) being a󰀨ected by ethylene-
releaser fruits (banana, peach, apricot,
g etc.).
• Do not put wet vegetables into the
refrigerator.
•Storage time for all food products
depends on the initial quality of the food
and an uninterrupted refrigeration cycle
before refrigerator storage.
•Water leaking from meat may
contaminate other products in the
refrigerator. You should package meat
products and clean any leakages on the
shelves.
• Do not put food in front of the air ow
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•Consume packaged foods before the
recommended expiry date.
Do not allow food to come into contact with
the temperature sensor, which is located
in the refrigerator compartment, in order
to keep the refrigerator compartment at
optimum temperature.
• For normal working conditions, it will
be su󰀩cient to adjust the temperature
setting of your refrigerator to +4 °C.
•The temperature of the fridge
compartment should be in the range
of 0-8 °C, fresh foods below 0 °C are
iced and rotted, bacterial load increases
above 8 °C, and spoils.
•Do not put hot food in the refrigerator
immediately, wait for the temperature
to pass outside. Hot foods increase the
degree of your refrigerator and cause
food poisoning and unnecessary spoiling
of the food.
• Meat, sh, etc. should be store in the
chiller compartment of the food, and the
vegetable compartment is preferred for
vegetables. (if available)
•To prevent cross contamination, meat
products and fruit vegetables are not
stored together.
•Foods should be placed in the refrigerator
in closed containers or covered to
prevent moisture and odors.
NOTE: This refrigerating appliance is
not suitable for freezing foodstu󰀨s.
The table below is a quick guide to show
you the most e󰀩cient way to store the
major food groups in your refrigerator
compartment.
Food Maximum
storage time
How and where to
store
Vegetables
and fruits 1 week Vegetable bin
Meat and
sh 2 - 3 days
Wrap in plastic foil,
bags, or in a meat
container and store
on the glass shelf
Fresh
cheese 3 - 4 days On the designated door shelf
Food Maximum
storage time
How and where to
store
Butter and
margarine 1 week On the designated door shelf
Bottled
products
e.g. milk
and
yoghurt
Until the
expiry date
recommended
by the
producer
On the designated
door shelf
Eggs 1 month On the designated
egg shelf
Cooked
food 2 days All shelves
NOTE:
Potatoes, onions and garlic should not
be stored in the refrigerator.
4.2 Freezer Compartment
•The freezer is used for storing frozen
food, and making ice cubes.
•Food in liquid form should be frozen
in plastic cups and other food should be
frozen in plastic folios or bags.
•Consume thawed frozen food within a
short period of time after defrosting.
•Always follow the manufacturer's
instructions on food packaging when
storing frozen food. If no information is
provided, food should not be stored for
more than 3 months from the date of
purchase.
•When purchasing frozen food, make sure
that it has been stored under appropriate
conditions and that the packaging is not
damaged.
•Frozen food should be transported in
appropriate containers and placed in the
freezer as soon as possible.

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•Do not purchase frozen food if the
packaging shows signs of humidity
and abnormal swelling. It is probable
that it has been stored at an unsuitable
temperature and that the contents have
deteriorated.
•The storage life of frozen food depends
on the room temperature, the thermostat
setting, how often the door is opened,
the type of food, and the length of time
required to transport the product from
the shop to your home. Always follow the
instructions printed on the packaging and
never exceed the maximum storage life
indicated.
•If the freezer door has been left open for
a long time or not closed properly, frost
will form and can prevent e󰀩cient air
circulation. To resolve this, unplug the
freezer and wait for it to defrost. Clean
the freezer once it has fully defrosted.
•The freezer volume stated on the label is
the volume without baskets, covers, and
so on.
• Do not refreeze thawed food. It may
pose a danger to your health and cause
problems such as food poisoning.
NOTE: If you attempt to open the freezer
door immediately after closing it, you
will nd that it will not open easily. This
is normal. Once equilibrium has been
reached, the door will open easily.
The table below is a quick guide to
show you the most e󰀩cient way to
store the major food groups in your freezer
compartment.
Meat and sh Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
Steak Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Lamb meat Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal roast Wrap in foil 6 - 8
Veal cubes In small pieces 6 - 8
Lamb cubes In pieces 4 - 8
Minced meat In packaging without using spices 1 - 3
Giblets (pieces) In pieces 1 - 3
Bologna sausage/salami Should be kept packaged even if it has a membrane 1 - 3
Chicken and turkey Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Goose and duck Wrap in foil 4 - 6
Deer, rabbit, wild boar In 2.5 kg portions or as llets 6 - 8
Freshwater sh
(Salmon, Carp, Crane,
Catsh)
After cleaning the bowels and scales of the sh,
wash and dry it. If necessary, remove the tail and
head.
2
Lean sh (Bass, Turbot,
Flounder) 4
Fatty shes (Tuna,
Mackerel, Bluesh,
Anchovy)
2 - 4
Shellsh Clean and in a bag 4 - 6
Caviar In its packaging, or in an aluminium or plastic
container 2 - 3
Snails In salty water, or in an aluminium or plastic container 3
NOTE: Thawed frozen meat should be cooked as fresh meat. If the meat is not cooked after defrosting, it
must not be re-frozen.

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Vegetables and Fruits Preparation Maximum storage time
(months)
String beans and beans Wash, cut into small pieces and boil in water 10 - 13
Beans Hull, wash and boil in water 12
Cabbage Clean and boil in water 6 - 8
Carrot Clean, cut into slices and boil in water 12
Pepper Cut the stem, cut into two pieces, remove the core
and boil in water 8 - 10
Spinach Wash and boil in water 6 - 9
Cauliower Remove the leaves, cut the heart into pieces and
leave it in water with a little lemon juice for a while 10 - 12
Eggplant Cut into pieces of 2cm after washing 10 - 12
Corn Clean and pack with its stem or as sweet corn 12
Apple and pear Peel and slice 8 - 10
Apricot and Peach Cut into two pieces and remove the stone 4 - 6
Strawberry and
Blackberry Wash and hull 8 - 12
Cooked fruits Add 10 % of sugar to the container 12
Plum, cherry, sourberry Wash and hull the stems 8 - 12
Maximum storage time
(months)
Thawing time at room
temperature (hours)
Thawing time in oven
(minutes)
Bread 4 - 6 2 - 3 4-5 (220-225 °C)
Biscuits 3 - 6 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pastry 1 - 3 2 - 3 5-10 (200-225 °C)
Pie 1 - 1,5 3 - 4 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Phyllo dough 2 - 3 1 - 1,5 5-8 (190-200 °C)
Pizza 2 - 3 2 - 4 15-20 (200 °C)
Dairy products Preparation Maximum storage time
(months) Storage conditions
Packet (Homogenized)
Milk In its own packet 2 - 3 Pure Milk – in its own packet
Cheese - excluding
white cheese In slices 6 - 8
Original packaging may be
used for short-term storage.
Keep wrapped in foil for
longer periods.
Butter, margarine In its packaging 6

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5 CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before cleaning.
Do not wash your appliance by
pouring water on it.
Do not use abrasive products,
detergents or soaps for cleaning the
appliance. After washing, rinse with clean
water and dry carefully. When you have
nished cleaning, reconnect the plug to the
mains supply with dry hands.
• Make sure that no water enters the lamp
housing and other electrical components.
•The appliance should be cleaned
regularly using a solution of bicarbonate
of soda and lukewarm water.
•Clean the accessories separately by
hand with soap and water. Do not wash
accessories in a dish washer.
• Clean the condenser with a brush at least
twice a year. This will help you to save on
energy costs and increase productivity.
The power supply must be
disconnected during cleaning.
5.1 Defrosting
Defrosting the Refrigerator
Compartment
•Defrosting occurs automatically in
the refrigerator compartment during
operation. The water is collected by
the evaporation tray and evaporates
automatically.
• The evaporation tray and the water drain
hole should be cleaned periodically with
the defrost drain plug to prevent the
water from collecting at the bottom of the
refrigerator instead of owing out.
•You can also clean the drain hole by
pouring half a glass of water down it.
Freezer defrosting process
• Small amounts of frost will accumulate
inside the freezer, depending on the
length of time the door may be left open
or the amount of moisture introduced.
It is essential to ensure that no frost or
ice is allowed to form in places where
it will a󰀨ect the close tting of the door
seal. This might allow air to penetrate the
cabinet, encouraging continuous running
of the compressor. Thin frost formation
is quite soft and can be removed with a
brush or plastic scraper. Do not use metal
or sharp scrapers, mechanical devices or
other means to accelerate the defrosting
process. Remove all dislodged frost from
the cabinet oor. It is not necessary to
switch o󰀨 the appliance for the removal
of thin frost.
•For the removal of heavy ice deposits,
disconnect the appliance from the
mains supply, empty the contents into
cardboard boxes and wrap in thick
blankets or layers of paper to keep cool.
Defrosting will be most e󰀨ective if carried
out when the freezer is nearly empty
and should be carried out as quickly
as possible to prevent an unnecessary
increase in the temperature of the
contents.
•Do not use metal or sharp scrapers,
mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process. An
increase in temperature of frozen food
during defrosting will shorten the storage
life. Keep contents well wrapped and cool
while defrosting is taking place.

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• Dry the inside of the compartment with a
sponge or a clean cloth.
•To accelerate the defrosting process,
place one or more bowls of warm water
in the freezer compartment.
• Examine the contents when replacing
them in the freezer and if some of the
packages have thawed out, they should
be eaten within 24hours, or be cooked
and re-frozen.
•After defrosting is complete, clean the
inside of the appliance with a solution
of warm water and a little bicarbonate
of soda, then dry thoroughly. Wash all
removable parts in the same way and
reassemble. Reconnect the appliance
to the mains supply and leave for 2 to
3 hours on setting number MAX before
introducing the food back into the freezer.
Replacing LED Lighting
To replace any of the LEDs, please contact
the nearest Authorised Service Centre.
Note: The numbers and location of the
LED strips may change according to
the model.
If product equipped with LED lamp
This product contains a light source of
energy e󰀩ciency class <E>.
If product equipped with LED Strip(s) or
LED card(s)
This product contains a light source of
energy e󰀩ciency class <F>.
6 SHIPMENT AND
REPOSITIONING
6.1 Transportation and Changing
Positioning
•The original packaging and foam may be
kept for re-transportation (optional).
• Fasten your appliance with thick
packaging, bands or strong cords and
follow the instructions for transportation
on the packaging.
• Remove all movable parts or x them
into the appliance against shocks
using bands when re-positioning or
transporting.
Always carry your appliance in the
upright position.
6.2 Repositioning the Door
•It is not possible to change the opening
direction of your appliance door if door
handles are installed on the front surface
of the appliance door.
•It is possible to change the opening
direction of the door on models with
handle on the side of the door or without
handles.
•If the door-opening direction of your
appliance can be changed, contact the
nearest Authorised Service Centre to
change the opening direction.
7 BEFORE CALLING AFTER-
SALES SERVICE
If you are experiencing a problem with
your appliance, please check the following
before contacting the after-sales service.
Your appliance is not operating
Check if:
• There is power
•The plug is correctly placed in the socket
•The plug fuse or the mains fuse has
blown

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•The socket is defective. To check this,
plug another working appliance into the
same socket.
The appliance performs poorly
Check if:
•The appliance is overloaded
•The appliance door is closed properly
•There is any dust on the condenser
•There is enough space near the rear and
side walls.
Your appliance is operating noisily
Normal noises
Cracking noise occurs:
•During automatic defrosting
•When the appliance is cooled
or warmed (due to expansion of
appliance material).
Short cracking noise occurs: When
the thermostat switches the compressor
on/o󰀨.
Motor noise: Indicates the compressor
is operating normally. The compressor
may cause more noise for a short time
when it is rst activated.
Bubbling noise and splash occurs:
Due to the ow of the refrigerant in the
tubes of the system.
Water owing noise occurs: Due
to water owing to the evaporation
container. This noise is normal during
defrosting.
Air blowing noise occurs: In some
models during normal operation of the
system due to the circulation of air.
The edges of the appliance in contact
with the door joint are warm
Especially during summer (warm seasons),
the surfaces in contact with the door joint
may become warmer during the operation
of the compressor, this is normal.
There is a build-up of humidity inside the
appliance
Check if:
•All food is packed properly. Containers
must be dry before being placed in the
appliance.
•The appliance door is opened frequently.
Humidity of the room enters the
appliance when the doors are opened.
Humidity increases faster when the doors
are opened more frequently, especially if
the humidity of the room is high.
The door does not open or close
properly
Check if:
•There is food or packaging preventing the
door from closing
•The door joints are broken or torn
•Your appliance is on a level surface.
Recommendations
• If the appliance is switched o󰀨 or
unplugged, wait at least 5 minutes before
plugging the appliance in or restarting
it in order to prevent damage to the
compressor.
• If you will not use your appliance for
a long time (e.g. in summer holidays)
unplug it. Clean your appliance according
to chapter cleaning and leave the door
open to prevent humidity and smell.
•If a problem persists after you have
followed all the above instructions, please
consult the nearest authorised service
centre.
•The appliance you have purchased is
designed for domestic use only. It is not
suitable for commercial or common use.
If the consumer uses the appliance in a
way that does not comply with this, we
emphasise that the manufacturer and
the dealer will not be responsible for any
repair and failure within the guarantee
period.
8 TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY
1. Install the appliance in a cool, well-
ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight
and not near a heat source (such as a
radiator or oven) otherwise an insulating
plate should be used.
2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool
before placing them inside the appliance.
3. Place thawing food in the refrigerator
compartment if available. The low

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temperature of the frozen food will help
cool the refrigerator compartment while
the food is thawing. This will save energy.
Frozen food left to thaw outside of the
appliance will result in a waste of energy.
4. Drinks or other liquids should be
covered when inside the appliance. If
left uncovered, the humidity inside the
appliance will increase, therefore the
appliance uses more energy. Keeping
drinks and other liquids covered helps
preserve their smell and taste.
5. Avoid keeping the doors open for long
periods and opening the doors too
frequently as warm air will enter the
appliance and cause the compressor to
switch on unnecessarily often.
6. Keep the covers of the di󰀨erent
temperature compartments (such as the
crisper and chiller if available) closed.
7. The door gasket must be clean and
pliable. In case of wear, replace the
gasket.
9 TECHNICAL DATA
The technical information is situated in
the rating plate on the internal side of the
appliance and on the energy label.
The QR code on the energy label supplied
with the appliance provides a web link to
the information related to the performance
of the appliance in the EU EPREL
database.
Keep the energy label for reference
together with the user manual and all other
documents provided with this appliance.
It is also possible to nd the same
information in EPREL using the link https://
eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name
and product number that you nd on the
rating plate , the appliance.
See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for
detailed information about the energy label.
10 INFORMATION FOR TEST
INSTITUTES
Appliance for any EcoDesign verication
shall be compliant with EN 62552.
Ventilation requirements, recess
dimensions and minimum rear clearances
shall be as stated in this User Manual at
Chapter 2. Please contact the manufacturer
for any other further information, including
loading plans.
11 CUSTOMER CARE AND
SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service
Centre, ensure that you have the following
data available: Model, Serial Number and
Service Index.
The information can be found on the rating
plate. You can nd the rating label inside
the fridge zone on the left lower side.
The original spare parts for some specic
components are available for a minimum
of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of
component, from the placing on the market
of the last unit of the model.
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