Philco PCN 3172 X User manual

PCN 3172 X
COMBI FRIDGE FREEZER
NOFROST
USER'S MANUAL

Dear customer,
Thank you for buying a PHILCO brand product. So that your appliance serves you well, please read
all the instructions in this user's manual.

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CONTENT
PART 1: SAFETY INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................... 2
PART 2: OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................................................... 6
PART 3: INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................... 7
 Space requirement.........................................................................................................................................................................7
 Positioning ........................................................................................................................................................................................7
 Location..............................................................................................................................................................................................7
 Electrical connection.....................................................................................................................................................................7
 Door reversibility.............................................................................................................................................................................8
PART 4: DAILY USE ......................................................................................................................................... 13
 Using the control panel.............................................................................................................................................................13
PART 5: FIRST USE.......................................................................................................................................... 16
 Cleaning the interior................................................................................................................................................................... 16
 Daily use..........................................................................................................................................................................................16
PART 6: HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS ............................................................................................................... 17
PART 7: TROUBLESHOOTING... ..................................................................................................................... 19
PART 8: INFORMATION SHEET ...................................................................................................................... 20

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PART 1: SAFETY INFORMATION
In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and rst 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 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 suocation.
• 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 suer 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.
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 if it has been turned on for a long time - it could be very hot.1)

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• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a ammable propellant in this appliance.
• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas
with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless ammable.
• During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the
refrigerant circuit become damaged.
- avoid open ames and sources of ignition
- thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated
• It is dangerous to alter the specications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may
cause a short circuit, re and/or electric shock.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
- sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working environments;
- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
WARNING!
Any electrical components(plug, power cord, compressor and etc.) must be replaced by a certied
service agent or qualied service personnel.
WARNING!
The LED light supplied with this appliance is a “special purpose interior light”, that can only be
used in this appliance. This “special purpose LED light” cannot be used for home lighting.1)
• 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 re.
• 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 re.
• 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.
1) If there is a light in the compartment.

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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 zzy 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)
Care and cleaning
• Before maintenance, switch o 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)
1) If there is a freezer compartment.
2) If there is a fresh-food storage compartment.

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Installation
IMPORTANT!
For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specic 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 ow back in the
compressor.
• Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve
sucient 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, condenser) 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 qualied
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);
• If electricity goes o, 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 accessaries, such as drawers, can be removed to get larger storage volume and lower energy
consumption.

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PART 2: OVERVIEW
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1. Fridge Shelves
2. Chiller box
3. Crisper
4. Fridge Balconies
5. Freezer Drawers
6. Leveling Feet
NOTE:
Above picture is for reference only. Real appliance probably is dierent.

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PART 3: INSTALLATION
Space requirement
• Select a location without direct exposure to sunlight;
• Select a location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily;
• Select a location with level (or nearly level) ooring;
• Allow sucient space to install the refrigerator on a at surface;
• Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when installing. This will help reduce power consumption
and keep your energy bills lower.
• Keep at lest 50mm gap at two sides and back.
Positioning
Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated
on the rating plate of the appliance:
Climate class Ambient temperature
SN +10°C to +32°C
N +16°C to +32°C
ST +16°C to +38°C
T +16°C to +43°C
Location
The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight
etc. Ensure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet. To ensure best performance, if the
appliance is positioned below an overhanging wall unit, the minimum distance between the top of the cabinet
and the wall unit must be at least 100 mm. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below
overhanging wall units. Accurate leveling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet.
WARNING!
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must
therefore be easily accessible after installation.
Electrical connection
Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your
domestic power supply. The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with
a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to
a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a qualied electrician.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not observed.
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directives.

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Door reversibility
Before reversing the door, please be prepared below tools and material: straight screwdriver, cross screwdriver,
spanner and the components included in the poly bag:
Decorative Cover of Right Door ×1 Left Door Hinge Cover × 1
1. Please upwarp and take o plastic cover by straight screwdriver after opening the door. Please be careful
of the wire inside.
2. Close the door, take out the screw from the top cover by cross screwdriver.
Take o front top cover and hinge cover, unplug the terminal, then take out the screw from the hinge.
Make sure door are closed when operation.
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3. Take o the upper door, take out the screw from the middle hinge by cross screwdriver, then take o the
lower door.
4. Laying down the refrigerator, take out the adjusting feet as below, then take o the lower hinge by cross
screwdriver.
5. Adjusting the hinge core position of the lower hinge and upper hinge to opposite position

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6. Install the lower hinge under to the refrigerator like below, screwing in the adjusting feet, make sure the
position in horizon.
7. Install the lower door, adjust and x the middle hinge onto the cabinet.
8. Using the Decorative Cover of Right Door from poly bag to cover the insert and take out the other side one
accordingly. In the meanwhile change the wire to another side.

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9. Install the upper door, then x the upper door hinge onto the cabinet.
10. Install the plastic cover and Left Door Hinge Cover from poly bag onto the product, settle the wire (see
diagram)
11. x the plastic cover and connect the terminal.

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12. change the Decorative Cover from one to another side.
Follow the instruction to take out of the decorative cover, be careful not to ruin the cover.
13. Lastly, using the screw to x the top cover.

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PART 4: DAILY USE
Using the control panel
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
A.
B.
C.
1.1 KEY OPERATION
A. Temperature Control of Fridge Compartment
B. Temperature Control of Freezer Compartment
C. Mode/ Locking / Unlocking
1.2 LED DISPLAY
1. Temperature of Fridge Comparment
2. Temperature of Freezer Comparment
3. ECO Mode
4. Holiday Mode
5. Super Mode
6. Locking / Unlocking

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2.0 OPERATING CONDITION
a. The control panel is 100% lit up for 3 seconds, which operates exactly as per the setting (mode and
temperature) before the powero. The system will be automatically locked 25 seconds after the last key
operation. After locking, the light of the panel would be out 30 seconds after the last key operation.
b. Both preset temperatures of fridge compartemnt and freezer compartment would be shown on the
display.
2.1 DISPLAY
2.1.1 The panel will be lit up for 2 minutes once the door of fridge compartment or freezer compartment is
opened. (one door signal is sensed at a time)
2.1.2 The panel will be lit up by any key operation whereas the light would be out 2 minutes after the last
operation.
2.1.3 Display during normal operation
Temperature Display of the Fridge Compartment: Indicating the temperature of the current setting.
Temperature Display of the Freezer Compartment: Indicating the temperature of the current setting.
3.0 ILLUSTION OF THE KEY
3.1 Temperature Control of the Fridge Compartment
a. Temperature Control of the Fridge Compartment:
This key is workable both in User Dened Mode as well as Super Mode. After entering the temperature
control of the fridge compartment, this key ashes. By touching the key consecutively, the temperature
would change in a circle of“2°C, 3°C, 4°C, 5°C, 6°C, 7°C, 8°C, OFF”, after which 5-second ashing means the
selection of temperature is settled.
b. Shuto of the Fridge Compartment:
Press the key of“Temperature Control of Fridge Compartment”, choose“OFF”, a 5-second ashing means
the selection of temperature is made, namely the fridge compartment would stop refrigeration.
3.2 Temperature Control of the Freezer Compartment
Temperature Control of the Freezer Compartment: This key is workable both in User Dened Mode
as well as Holiday Mode. After entering the temperature control of the freezer compartment, the key
ashes. By touching the key consecutively, the temperature would change in a circle from -16°C to -22°C,
after which a 5-second ashing means the selection of temperature is settled.
3.3 Mode/ Locking / Unlocking
a. By touching this key consecutively, the operation mode of the refrigerator will change in a circle of
“ECO Mode-Holiday Mode-Super Mode-User Dened Mode. A 5-second ashing means the selection of
temperature is settled.
b. Long Press to Enter / Exit Locking Mode
Unlocking: Press for 3 seconds in the mode of locking, all the keys would be unlocked after the a beep.
Locking: Press for 3 seconds in the mode of unlocking, all the keys would be locked after the a beep.
3.4 Press Button
Short beep after per press button
All buttons will only valid under unlock mode.

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3.5 Lock Function
N operation in 25 sec will lock the display automatically.
4.0 ECO mode
Press mode to choose ECO mode, ECO icon keeps bright after 5 sec ashing.
5°in fridge compartment and -18°in freezer compartment under eco mode,“Freezer”&“Fridge“ button in
vain while eco icon will ash three times in alarm. Exit eco mode
Press mode again to exit eco mode after 5 sec, entering the selected mode.
4.1 Holiday Mode
Press mode to choose Holiday Mode, the icon keeps bright after 5 sec ashing, entering holiday mode.
Temperature x 17°in fridge compartment, “fridge” button in vain, while holiday icon will ash three
times in alarm.
Exit holiday mode: choose mode, exit holiday mode after 5 sec, entering the selected mode.
4.2 Super Freezing mode
Choose mode, icon keeps bright after 5 sec ashing, entering freezing mode.
Freezing mode:
Temperature nonadjustable in freezing compartment, “freezer” button in vain, while freezing icon will
ash three times in alarm.
Exit freezing mode: meeting below conditions.
- manually exit freezing mode
- freezing period more than 26 hours
Mode remains the same before entering super freezing mode.

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PART 5: FIRST USE
Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the rst time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water
and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand new product, then dry thoroughly.
IMPORTANT!
Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the nish.
Daily use
Freezing fresh food
• The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for
a long time.
• Place the fresh food to be frozen in the bottom compartment.
• The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specied on the rating plate.
• The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen.
Storing frozen food
When rst starting-up or after a period out of use. Before putting the product in the compartment let the
appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings.
IMPORTANT!
In the event of accidental defrosting, for example the power has been o for longer than the value shown
in the technical characteristics chart under “rising time”, the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or
cooked immediately and then re-frozen (after cooked).
Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to be used, can be thawed in the freezer compartment or at room temperature,
depending on the time available for this operation.
Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer. In this case, cooking will take longer.

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PART 6: HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS
Hints for freezing
To help you make the most of the freezing process, here are some important hints:
• the maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate;
• the freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this period;
• only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned, foodstus;
• prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible
subsequently to thaw only the quantity required;
• wrap up the food in aluminium foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight;
• do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in temperature
of the latter;
• lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food;
• water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly cause the
skin to be freeze burnt;
• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you removal from the freezer
compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freeze burnt;
• it is advisable to show the freezing in date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the storage
time.
Hints for storage of frozen food
To obtain the best performance from this appliance, you should: make sure that the commercially frozen
foodstus were adequately stored by the retailer; be sure that frozen foodstus are transferred from the food
store to the freezer in the shortest possible time;
not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than absolutely necessary.
Once defrosted, food deteriorates rapidly and cannot be refrozen.
Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacture.
Hints for fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance:
• Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator
• Do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong avour
Hints for refrigeration
Useful hints:
• Make (all types): wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelves above the vegetable drawer.
• For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the most.
• Cooked foods, cold dishes, etc...: these should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.
• Fruit and vegetables: these should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the special drawer(s) provided.
• butter and cheese: these should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminum foil or
polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible.
• Milk bottle: these should have a cap and should be stored in the balconies on the door.
• Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the fridge.

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Cleaning
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
CAUTION!
The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before
cleaning switch the appliance o and remove the plug from the mains, or switch o or turn out the
circuit breaker or fuse. Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in
electrical components, danger of electrical shock! Hot vapors can lead to the damage of plastic parts.
The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
IMPORTANT!
Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g. lemon juice or the juice form orange peel,
butyric acid, cleanser that contain acetic acid.
• Do not allow such substances to come into contact the appliance parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaners
• Remove the food from the freezer. Store them in a cool place, well covered.
• Switch the appliance o and remove the plug from the mains, or switch o or turn out the circuit breaker
of fuse.
• Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. After cleaning wipe with
fresh water and rub dry.
• After everything is dry place appliance back into service.