Nordmende RIFF50501NM User manual

RIFF50501NM
OPERATING MANUAL
Sticker with serial number of appliance

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EN
Note!
This fridge-freezer is intended for use at home only.
The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce modications, which do not affect the
operation of the appliance. The changes in the equipment, as well as the inside and
outside decoration, which do not affect its functionality and safety are permissible.
Dear Customer,
This fridge-freezer is a combination of exceptional user-friendliness and excellent efciency. Prior
to dispatch, each unit was carefully checked for its safety and operating capabilities.
Before starting the appliance, please read this operating manual carefully.
GENERAL INFORMATION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Construction and equipment of the appliance...........................................................................4
Guidelines concerning the safety of use...................................................................................6
Installation.................................................................................................................................8
Change in the door hinging.......................................................................................................10
Mounting in furniture................................................................................................................11
Operation and functions............................................................................................................12
Using the refrigerator efciently.................................................................................................15
Defrosting, washing and maintenance......................................................................................17
Trouble-shooting.......................................................................................................................19
Environmental protection..........................................................................................................21
Specication..............................................................................................................................22

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CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF THE APPLIANCE
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The accurate description of the equipment for the model of the fridge-freezer
purchased by you may be found in the table on next page.

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1 Control panel
2Glass Shelf
3 Glass shelf above the vegetable compartment
4 Vegetable compartment
5Medium drawer
6 Cord with plug
7 Large drawer
8 Adjustable feet
9 Large door shelf
10 Medium door shelf
11 Cleaning plug
12 Egg tray
CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT OF THE APPLIANCE
Items of equipment RIFF50501NM
Equipment of the fridge
Glass shelf 3
Glass shelf above the vegetable compartment 1
Vegetable compartment 2
Medium door shelf 2
Large door shelf 1
Small door shelf 1
Cleaning plug 1
Wire bottle shelf 1
Egg tray 1
Lighting type LED
Equipment of the freezer
Drawer 4
Ice cube tray 1

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GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF USE
lThe Manufacturer shall not be held
liable for the damage arising from
the failure to observe the principles
contained in this manual.
lKeep this manual for future re-
ference, or to pass it over to the
possible next user.
lThis appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with limited physical, sensual or
psychical capabilities and persons
who lack experience or familiarity
with the appliance, unless attended
or in accordance with the operating
manual for the appliance delivered by
persons responsible for their safety.
lDo not allow unattended children
to use the appliance. Do not allow
them to play with the appliance.
They must not climb inside the
drawers and swing on the doors.
lThe fridge-freezer operates properly
at the N-ST ambient temperature.
Do not use it in the cellar, unheated
summer cottage during autumn and
winter.
lWhen placing, moving, lifting the
appliance, do not hold the door han-
dles, do not pull the condenser at the
rear part of the refrigerator and do not
touch the compressor unit.
lWhen transporting, moving or
positioning the fridge-freezer do
not tilt it by more than 40° from
the vertical position. Should
such a situation occur, the ap-
pliance should be switched on
after minimum 2 hours from its
re-placement in the right position
(g. 1).
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lPull the plug out from the mains
socket before each maintenance
activity. Do not pull the cord, but hold
the body of the plug instead.
lThe cracking-like sound, which the
appliance may emit is caused by
expansion and shrinking of parts as
a result of temperature variations.
lFor safety reasons do not repair the
appliance on your own. Repairs car-
ried out by persons who do not have
required qualications may constitute
a serious hazard for the user of the
appliance.
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GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF USE
lMake sure you do not damage the
cooling system by punching the re-
frigerant pipes in the evaporator or
breaking the pipes. The refrigerant
splashes are ammable. Rinse the
eyes with clean water and call for
medical assistance immediately
in case of their contact with the
refrigerant.
lAir the room in which the appliance
is placed for a few minutes (the size
of the room for a product containing
isobuthane/R600a must be at least
4m3) in case of damage to the co-
oling system.
lDo not refreeze the partly thawed
products.
lDo not store beverages in bottles
and cans, especially carbonated be-
verages in the freezer chamber. The
cans and bottles may explode.
lDo not put frozen products, ta-
ken out directly from the freezer
(lollies, ice cubes, etc.) into your
mouth, their low temperature may
cause severe frost-bite.

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1.Take the product out of the package, re-
move the scotch tape protecting the door
and the equipment. The possibly remaining
adhesive stains may be removed with a mild
washing agent.
2. Do not throw away the polystyrene ele-
ments of the packaging. In the case of the
necessity to transport the fridge-freezer,
pack it in the polystyrene elements and lm,
as well as protect it with scotch tape.
3. Clean the interior surface of the fridge-
freezer and the elements of the equipment
with a washing agent dissolved in lukewarm
water, then wipe it dry.
4. Place the fridge-freezer on an even, at and
stable surface, in dry, aired and shadowy
room, far from heat source such as an oven,
cooktop, central heating radiator, central
heating pipe, hot water installation, etc.
Minimal distances from heat so-
urces
- from the electric gas and other ovens
- 30 mm,
- from oil or coal red ovens - 300
mm,
- from in-built ovens - 50 mm
If there is no possibility to ensure
the above-mentioned distances, provide an
appropriate insulation board.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
Installation before using the applian-
ce for the rst time

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
It is prohibited to readjust or modify
any parts of the unit. It is crucial not
to damage the capillary tube visible
in the compressor recess. The tube
may not be bent, straightened or
wound.
If the capillary tube is damaged by
the user the guarantee will be void
(g. 4).
lThe data is provided on the rated plate
located at the bottom of the wall inside the
chamber.
Mains connection
lBefore the appliance is connected to the
mains, set the adjustment knob to the
“0” / "OFF" position.
lThe appliance is intended for connection to
alternating current. The connection values
for voltage (V) and frequency (Hz) are given
on the nameplate in the cabinet.Power must
be connected via a wall socket with switch.
The wall socket should be easily accessible.
All earthing requirements stipulated by the
local electricity authority must be observed.
The cabinet plug and wall socket should
then give correct earthing. If in doubt,
contact your local supplier or an authorised
electrician.
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capillary
tube
This appliance must be earthed
The flexible cord (mains lead)
tted to this appliance has three
cores for use with a 3-pin 13-amp
plug. If a BS 1363 (13-amp) fused
plug is used, it should be tted
with a 13-amp fuse.
Important
The cores in this mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH
BLUE: NEUTRAL
BROWN: LIVE
These colours might not correspond with
the colour markings identifying the termi-
nals in your plug.

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REVERSING THE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
1. Before reversing the door opening direc-
tion, unplug the appliance and remove all
food.
2. Using a at screwdriver pry and remove
hinge caps.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the
door upper hinge while holding the door (Fig.
2).
4. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the
middle hinge while holding the upper door*
5. Set the door aside in a safe place.
6. Tilt the appliance (up to 40 degrees) so as
to have sufcient access to the lower hinge
(Fig. 3).
7. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove lower
door hinge
8. Attach the lower hinge on the other side
(Fig. 4).
9. Position the door assembly in such a
way so that pin of the lower hinge is aligned
with the appropriate hole of the lower door
bracket.
10. Attach the middle hinge on the other side
of the appliance so that the lower pin of the
middle hinge is aligned with the appropriate
hole of the upper door bracket. Position the
second door assembly so that the upper pin
of the middle hinge is aligned with the appro-
priate hole of the lower door bracket.*
11. Attach the upper hinge so that the hinge
pin is aligned with the appropriate hole of the
upper door bracket.* (Fig. 5).
12. Check that doors are properly aligned
with the appliance body.
13. Replace the hinge caps.
14. Switch on the appliance as described in
the relevant section of its operating instruc-
tions.
* This action applies to appliances with both
refrigeration and freezer chambers.

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MOUNTING IN FURNITURE
Symbol on drawing Dimension [mm]
h 1773-1778
w540
d540
x560
y 1774-1782
z550-560

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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Control panel
Temperature adjustment
Change in the knob adjustment causes temperature change in the fridge. Possible knob adjustment:
lappliance switched off - 0 setting
lmaximum temperature - setting 1
loptimal temperature - 2-6 setting
lminimum temperature - 7 setting
Do not put food into the fridge before it has reached its operating temperature,
which takes minimum 4 hours.
Temperature inside the fridge
Do not change the temperature settings due to the change in the season of the year. The am-
bient temperature increase will be detected by the sensor and the compressor will be switched
on automatically for a longer period of time in order to maintain the temperature set inside the
chambers.
Minor changes in temperature
The slight changes in temperature are perfectly normal and may occur, for instance during the
storage of great quantities of fresh products in the fridge, or when the door is open for a longer
period of time. This will not affect the condition of the stored foodstuff, and the temperature will
quickly return to its set value.
Bulb cover Temperature adjustment
knob

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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Storage of food in the fridge-freezer
Observe the following recommen-
dations to ensure the food remains
fresh.
lThe products should be placed on plates
in containers or packed in food wrap.
Distribute them evenly all over the she-
lves.
lPay attention whether the food contacts
the rear wall, if so, it may cause frosting or
wetting of the products.
lDo not put dishes with hot content into
the fridge
l Products which take over foreign avours
easily such as butter, milk, white cheese and
products with intense avour, such as sh,
smoked meat, hard cheese must be placed
on shelves, packed in food wrap or in tightly
sealed containers.
l Storage of vegetables containing signicant
quantity of water will cause the deposition
of water steam on the vegetable containers,
it does not impact the proper functioning of
the fridge.
lBefore putting the vegetables into the fridge,
dry them well.
lExcessive moisture shortens the shelf life
of vegetables, especially the leafed vegeta-
bles.
lDo not wash the vegetables before storing
in the refrigerator. Washing removes the
natural protection, therefore it is better to
wash the vegetables directly before con-
sumption.
Freezing food
lIt is allowed to place the food in the she-
lves (see g. 15).
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lPractically all the food products, except for
vegetables consumed raw, such as lettuce
can be frozen.
lOnly food products of the highest quality,
divided into small portions for single use,
should be frozen.
lProducts should be packed in materials that
are odourless, resistant to air and moisture
penetration, and not susceptible to fat.
Plastic bags, polyethylene and aluminium
sheets are the best wrapping materials.
lThe packaging should be tight and should
stick to the frozen products. Do not use
glass containers.
Bottom drawer
15 mm
Shelves
Grate shelf
of the freezer
evaporator
1
(*/***)
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
The time of storage of the frozen products depends on their quality when fresh, before fre-
ezing and on the storage temperature.
The following storage periods are recommended when the temperature of -18°C or lower is
maintained:
lBear in mind that the temperature in the
freezer is affected by several factors,
including the ambient temperature and
the quantities of food products in the
chamber, frequency of opening the door,
amount of frost in the freezer, and the
thermostat setting.
lIf you cannot open the freezer door
immediately after closing it, allow 1-2
minutes for negative pressure to com-
pensate, and retry opening the door.
lKeep the fresh and warm foodstuff at am-
bient temperature away from the products,
which have already been frozen.
lWe advise not to place more than 2 kg of
fresh food at a time to the freezer per day
(see table on page 72).
lIn order to maintain good quality of the
frozen food, reorganise the food that is in
the middle of the freezer, so that it does not
touch the products that are not frozen yet.
lIt is recommended to move the already
frozen products to one side and place the
fresh products that are to be frozen to the
opposite side, as close to the rear and side
walls as possible.
Products Months
Beef 6-8
Veal 3-6
Giblets 1-2
Pork 3-6
Poultry 6-8
Eggs 3-6
Fish 3-6
Vegetables 10-12
Fruit 10-12

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR EFFICIENTLY
Practical everyday tips
lDo not place fridges or freezers next to
radiators, heaters, stoves or in direct sun-
light.
lMake sure that air vents are not covered up
and clean the dust off them once or twice
a year.
lSelect the right temperature: 6 to 8°C
in your refrigerator and -18°C in your
freezer is sufcient.
lWhen on holiday, turn up the temperature
in your fridge.
lOnly open your fridge or freezer when
necessary. It helps if you know what food
they contain and where it is located. Return
food to the fridge or freezer as soon as
possible after you have used it so that it
doesn't warm up too much.
lWipe out the inside of your fridge regularly
with a cloth soaked in a mild detergent.
Appliances which are not self-defrosting
will require regular defrosting. Don't allow
frost layers thicker than 10 mm to form.
lKeep the seal around the door clean,
otherwise it won't shut properly. Always
replace broken seals.
Understanding the stars
*Temperature is at least -6°C; sufcient
to store frozen food for about a week.
Drawers or compartments marked with
one star used to be a feature of (mostly)
cheaper fridges.
** Food can be stored at -12°C or below for
1-2 weeks without losing their taste. Not
suitable for freezing food.
*** Mainly used to store foods at -18°C or
below. Can also be used to freeze up to
1 kilogram of fresh food.
****This appliance is suitable for storing foods
at -18°C or below and freezing larger
quantities of fresh foods.

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USING THE REFRIGERATOR EFFICIENTLY
Storage zones in the refrigerator
lDue to the natural circulation of the air in
the appliance, there are different tempera-
ture zones in the refrigerator chamber.
lThe coldest area is directly above the
vegetables drawers. Use this area for all
delicate and highly perishable food e.g.
- Fish, meat, poultry
- Sausage products, ready meals
- Dishes or baked goods containing eggs
or cream
- Fresh dough, cake mixtures
- Pre-packed vegetable and other fresh food
with a label stating it should be kept at a
temperature of approx 4oC.
Food that should not be stored in a
refrigerator
lNot all food is suitable for storing in the
refrigerator. These include:
- Fruit and vegetables which are sensitive to
cold, such as bananas, avocado, papaya,
passion fruit, aubergines, peppers, toma-
toes and cucumbers.
- Fruit which is not yet ripe
- Potatoes
lThe warmest area is in the top section of
the door. Use this for storing butter and
cheese.

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You must not put an electric heater,
a heating fan or a hair dryer into the
freezer by any means.
lThe appliance operates in cycles: it refri-
gerates (then the frost settles on the rear
wall), and defrosts (water ows down the
rear wall).
Disconnect the appliance from
the mains before cleaning by re-
moving the plug from the mains
socket or switching off the fuse.
Prevent water from penetrating the
control panel or the light.
lDo not use defrosting aerosols. They may
cause the formation of explosive mixture,
or contain solvents which may damage the
plastic components of the appliance and
even be harmful to health.
lMake sure the water used for cleaning
does not ow into the evaporation container
through the discharge opening.
lThe whole appliance, except for the door
gasket must be cleaned with a mild cleaning
detergent. The door gasket should be cle-
aned with water and wiped dry.
lWash all the accessories (vegetable con-
tainers, door shelves, glass shelves, etc.).
Frost settles on the rear wall of the fridge
chamber. It is removed automatically. During
the defrosting, the condensate, which contains
contaminants may clog the opening in the trough.
Should it occur, carefully unclog the opening with
the cleaning plug (g. 16).
DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
Defrosting the freezer
lIt is recommended to combine defrosting
the appliance with washing it.
lExcessive accumulation of ice on the
freezing areas impairs the appliance’s
freezing capacity and increases the energy
consumption.
lDefrost the appliance at least once or twice
a year.
lIf there is food in the freezer, set the knob
to the max. position about 4 hours before
the planned defrosting. This will ensure the
possibility of storing the food at the ambient
temperature for a longer time.
lAfter taking the food out of the freezer, put
it in a container, wrap it with several layers
of paper, a blanket and store it at a cool
place.
lThe defrosting operation should last as
short as possible. Long storage of food
at the ambient temperature shortens their
shelf life.
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Defrosting the fridge
1. Set the knob at ”0” position, take out the
plug from the mains socket.
2. Open the door and remove the food from
the freezer.
3. Remove the drawers.
In order to defrost the freezer chamber,
you must take the following steps:

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DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
Taking out and putting in the shelves
Slide the shelf out, then slide it in as much as
possible so that its clamp could t the guide
groove (g. 18).
Taking out and putting in the door
shelf
Lift the door shelf, remove it and put it back
from the top into its required position (g.
20).
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problems Possible causes Remedies
The appliance does
not work
Electric circuit rupture - check whether the plug is properly inserted
into the socket
- check whether the power cable of the
appliance is not damaged
- check whether there is voltage in the
socket, by plugging another appliance, e.g.
a night lamp
- check whether the appliance is switched
on by setting the thermostat to a position
above 0.
Temperature inside
the appliance is not
low enough
Incorrect setting of the
adjustment knob
- reset the knob to a higher position
The ambient tempera-
ture is higher or lower
than the N-ST climate
range
- the appliance is adapted to operation in
the N-ST climate range.
The appliance is located
at the sunlit place or
near the heat sources
- move the appliance to another place.
Observe the guidelines contained in the
manual
Too much warm food
loaded at a time
- wait 72 hours until the food becomes cool
(freezes) and the required temperature is
reached inside the chamber
Internal air circulation
hindered
- place the food and containers in such a
way that they do not touch the rear wall of
the fridge
The air circulation at the
back of the appliance is
hindered
- move the appliance min. 30 mm away
from the wall
Too much white frost
accumulated on the
freezing elements
defrost the freezer chamber
The door of the frid-
ge/freezer are opened
too often and/or remain
open for too long
- reduce the frequency of opening the door
and/or shorten the time when door remains
open
The door does not close
completely
- place the food and containers so that they
would not interfere with door closed

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problems Possible causes Remedies
The compressor is switched
on too rarely
- check whether the ambient
temperature is not lower
than 16°C
Door gasket inserted incor-
rectly
- press the gasket in
The appliance works conti-
nuously
Incorrect setting of the adju-
stment knob
- reset the knob to a lower
position
See. Temperature inside the
appliance is not low enough
for description of other possi-
ble causes
See. Temperature inside the
appliance is not low enough
for description of other possi-
ble remedies
Water collects in the lower
part of the appliance
The water discharge opening
is clogged
- clean the discharge
opening (see the operating
manual – chapter entitled
”Defrosting the fridge”)
Internal air circulation
hindered
- place the food and conta-
iners in such a way as that
they do not touch the rear
wall of the fridge
The appliance generates
unusual noise
Incorrect levelling of the
appliance
- level the appliance properly
The appliance touches furni-
ture and/or other objects
- place the appliance at a
location that ensures proper
clearances around it
Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the refrigerator, which do not affect its
correct operation.
Sounds, which can be easily prevented:
lnoise caused by the appliance which is not level - adjust the position with the adjustable tur-
n-in front feet. Alternatively, place pads made of soft material under the rear rollers, especially
when the appliance is placed on tiles.
ltouching the adjacent piece of furniture - move the refrigerator away.
lcreaking of the drawers or shelves - take out and put back the drawer or shelf.
lsounds of clinking bottles - move bottles apart.
Sounds heard during normal use are mainly due to operation of the thermostat, compressor
(switching on) and cooling system (thermal expansion and contraction of the radiator caused
by ow of the cooling agent).