SIA RI554 User manual

Instruction manual for fridge freezer
Model code: RI554
Contact Caple on 0844 800 3830 or for spare parts www.4caple.co.uk

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1. Protecting the environment and advice for disposal------------------------------------------------ -----------------2
2. Deciding where to locate your fridge freezer----------------------------------------------------------- ----------------2
3. Installing your appliance/Danger warnings------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----2
4. Rating plate --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -3
5. Connecting your appliance to the mains---------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
6. Using your appliance----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
7. Starting up the freezer---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
8. Freezing/Storing of fresh food-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
9. Cleaning and maintenance---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
10. Using your fridge----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
11. Troubleshooting guide---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
12. Getting your appliance in a fitted kitchen---------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Please read these user instructions carefully to understand, quickly and thoroughly, how to use your new
fridge/freezer. Underline any parts you consider particularly important. Look after this document so that you may
consult it in future or pass it on to any future owners.
You have purchased a reliable appliance which will serve you for many years if it is used and maintained
properly. The detailed illustrations can be found on the last pages of this user manual. The performance data on
the rating plate refer to a room temperature within the range of +10℃to 38℃.
Important!
This appliance is designed for domestic use only.
The appliance has been tested against leakage in compliance with the relevant legal safety standards.
Should you have bought your new fridge / freezer to replace an old appliance, please make sure that all existing
latch or bolt-locks on the old appliance are destroyed before you dispose of it. This will ensure that a child can
not get trapped inside.
Please have the old appliance ecologically disposed of by a company specialised in environmental protection,
since the appliance may contain harmful components in the refrigerant and this must be removed with special
equipment. Please check with your dealer or your local authority.
Make sure that the refrigerating system containing the refrigerant , especially the condenser at the back of the
appliance not damaged during transportation to the disposal site. So that you can be sure that the refrigerant
does not leak out .Details of utilized refrigerant and insulation propellant are on the rating plate affixed to the
appliance.

1. Compression-type appliances which use flammable refrigerants shall be marked
with the symbol “Caution: risk of fire”.
The height of the triangle in the symbol “Caution: risk of fire” shall be at least 15 mm.
2.
– 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 electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in
this appliance.
3.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available
from the manufacturer or its service agent.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Caution：risk of fire

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The user instructions apply to several models, for this reason
there may be some differences in the details given, according to
the type of the appliance.
1. Protecting of environment / advice for disposal
Packing
Serves to protect the appliance during transportation and
recyclable materials have been used for packaging. Corrugated
board/ cardboard (mainly from waste paper)
Shaped parts in PS( foamed CFE-free Polystyrene)
Foils and bags in PE (Polyethylene)
Strapping tapes in PP( Polypropylene)
Please hand over all packaging to the nearest official collection
point, so that all the different materials can be reused or recycled
as far as possible and any illegal depositing of such materials is
thus avoided.
2. Deciding where to locate your appliance
In order to avoid any damage or injury to persons or things, the
appliance should be unpacked by two people and placed in the
chosen location. Before positioning it, check that your new
appliance has no visible outer damager. On no account should
you start up your appliance if it is damaged. Check the appliance
carefully for:
Damage to the packaging which might indicate that
the appliance has been mishandled during
transportation.
Damage to the outer case.
Any visible damage to the cable / plug.
If in any doubt let the customer service department check the
appliance. It must all costs be avoided,that any
environmentally damaging refrigerant leaks out by starting up
the appliance.
3. Installing your appliance
a) Unpack the appliance
b) In order not to unnecessarilly waste raw materials, the handle
have not been mounted on to the separate part of the
appliance(if applicable).Mount the door handles and at the
same timeany other enclosed parts according to the
relevant instructions enclosed.
c) Remove any objects from inside the appliance
d) Carefully remove all film and adhesive tape from the case.
e) Remove any polystyrene pieces from around the
compressor(if it exists)
f) Remove all documents and accessories inside
g) Clean the inside of the appliance with lukewarm water and
vinegar and dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth.
Make sure that the pipes for the circulation of the
refrigerant are not damaged in any way during installation.
The appliance must only be used for the purpose for which
it is intended.
The appliance must be placed on a firm, level surface. This
is the only way to ensure that the refrigerant can circulate
freely and thus ensure that your appliance will work
efficiently.
If possible, place your appliance in a cool, well aired dry
room.
Do not place your appliance in direct sunlight, nor in a room
at high temperature.
Do not place your appliance in the vicinity of any sources of
direct heat such as heating, ovens, cooking stove etc.
If installation near a direct heat source can not be avoided, we
recommend fitting at a suitable distance from the heat source
From cooker: 3cm
From Oven: 30cm
Never obstruct the ventilation
Always pull out the plug, not pull the cable when cutting the
appliance off from the mains supply.
Warning: Leave the appliance standing in its final position
for at least 12 hours before switching it on, so that the
circulation of the refrigerant stabilizes and no operation
problem occur.
Before connecting up the appliance, make sure that it is
absolutely dry inside.
Any interference might well create a fire hazard.
Make sure nothing mechanically effects the circulation of
the refrigerant, in particular the accessible parts around
the compressor.
Warning: Depending on its composition , the refrigerant can
be easily inflammable, the refrigerant circuit has been
hermetically sealed and has been tested many times for
possible leaks.
Only qualified professional should intervene with
the refrigerating system. Any refrigerant spilling out can
injure your eyes .In the event of eye contact with the refrig-
erant,wash your eyes immediately with plenty of water and
consult a doctor immediately.
The appliance according to its climate category, is meant for use
at certain room temperatures lower than 38℃

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4.Rating plate
The rating plate with the technical data is located on the side of
the appliance inner or outside, on the rear side of the unit.
Take a note of the technical data
Copy here below the technical data from the rating plate so that
it is easily accessible without having to move out the appliance.
Model number:-------------------------------------------------
Gross capacity:-------------------------------------------------
Net capacity:-----------------------------------------------------
Operation voltage:---------------------------------------------
Maximum input power:---------------------------------------
Safety fuse:------------------------------------------------------
Energy consumption:------------------------------------------
Freezing capacity:----------------------------------------------
5. Connecting your appliance to the mains
Your appliance must be connected only to anearthed power
socket which complies to relevant standards and has been
installed by an authorised specialist. Before youplug in your
appliance to the power socket, make absolutely sure that the
voltage and the safety fuse for the main fuse box stated on the
appliance rating plate match your electrical supply. If these do
not match, please notify the Caple service department or your
dealer immediately. The appliance must not be connected to an
inverse rectifier (i.e. solar panels)
6. Using your appliance
Switching on / off and selecting levels on the thermostat
To switch on:
Turn the temperature dial to the right
The appliance has been switched on.
The compressor is activated until the set temperature inside the
appliance has been reached
The temperature must be set according to:
The appliance’s room temperature
Quantity of the food
How often the appliance is opened
We recommend a medium setting. You will soon learn, through
observation, which is the most suitable setting for your
requirements.
Switching off:
Turn the dial as far to the left as possible, Then the compressor
has been switched off
7. Starting up the freezer
1. Switch on the freezer by turning the temperature dial to the
right
2. If equipped with a super freeze switch, turn it on.
3. Do not open the door of the freezer compartment for about 4
hours, so that the temperature in the freezer can drop to the
necessary level.
4. You can now fill the freezer with any amount of frozen
food(Food which has been bought ready frozen).
5. If you want to freeze fresh, chilled food, consult the
chapter ”freezing / storing fresh food."
Warning:
Do not store any bottle liquids in the freezer. Liquids
expand when frozen and the bottle may explode.
Never keep explosive substances or aerosol cans with
inflammable propellants such as butane, propane, pentane
etc. in the freezer. Any escaping gases could be ignited by
electrical components. Such aerosol cans can be
recognized by the list of contents or by the inflammable
symbols printed on the can itself.
When storing ready frozen food, you must follow the
manufacturer’s instructions on the food packaging.
Deep frozen ice-cream must not be eaten until a few
minutes after being taken from the freezer to avoid injury to
lips and tongue. For the same reason, avoid touching the
frozen inside walls of the freezer with wet hands.
Defrosted or slightly frozen products should be used
immediately. As a rule, such products are not suitable for
re-freezing.
Packaging should be dry to avoid things freezing together.
Ready frozen foods should be stored so that they do not
come into contact with newly added foods which have not
yet frozen.
7. Instructions for the fridge
Relevant instructions can be found in one of the following
chapters.
8. Freezing / Storing fresh food
Almost all fresh products are suitable for freezing and storing in
the freezer. For the most common of these products, a storage
guide with details of acceptable storage times and the most
suitable packaging is provided.
Label fresh products clearly as they are not easy to identify
when deep frozen in transparent freezer bags. We recommend
using commercially available labels for frozen foods.
Pack fresh products in portions suitable for your needs to avoid
defrosting quantities that are too big for you to use up in one day.
Label the portions with at least the following information
Product name, weight of the portion, quantity, freezing date and
best date for using.
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