Indesit refrigerator/freezer combination Operating instructions

Operating Instructions
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION
Contents
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English
Installation, 2-3
Positioning and connection
Reversible doors
Description of the appliance, 4-5
Control panel
Overall view
Accessories, 6
Start-up and use, 7-8
Starting the appliance
Chiller system
Using the refrigerator to its full potential
Using the freezer to its full potential
Maintenance and care, 9-10
BAA 35 P
Switching the appliance off
Cleaning the appliance
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
Defrosting the appliance
Replacing the light bulb
Precautions and tips, 11
General safety
Disposal
Respecting and conserving the environment
Troubleshooting, 12
Assistance, 13
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Installation
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! Before operating your new appliance, please read
these operating instructions carefully. They contain
important information for safe use, installation and care
of the appliance.
! Please keep these operating instructions for future
reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the
appliance.
Positioning and connection
Positioning
1.
Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidityfree room.
2.
Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor
and condenser give off heat and require good ventilation
to operate correctly and save energy.
3.
Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top
part of the appliance and any furniture above it, and at
least 5 cm between the sides and any furniture/side
walls.
4.
Ensure the appliance is far away from any
sources of heat (direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.).
5. In order to maintain the correct distance between the
appliance and the wall behind it, fit the spacers supplied
in the installation kit, following the instructions provided.
Levelling
1.
Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.
2.
If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, adjust the
refrigerator by tightening or loosening the front feet.
Electrical connections
After transportation of the appliance, carefully place it
vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it
to the electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the
electrical socket ensure the following:
• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant
with the law.
• The socket can withstand the maximum power of the
appliance, which is indicated on the data plate
located on the bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150
W).
• The voltage must be in the range between the values
indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left
side (e.g. 220-240V).
• The socket is compatible with the plug of the
appliance.
If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an
authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance).
Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.
! Once the appliance has been installed, the power
supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily
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accessible.
! The cable must not be bent or compressed.
! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by
authorised technicians only (see Assistance).
! The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.
Connection of the water supply
To carry this out, use the kit provided which contains all the
necessary elements for connection to the water supply.
To improve the performance of the Aqua Care, we
recommend that you fit a tap with a filter on the pipe for
the connection to the water system: in this way it will be
possible to manually interrupt the water supply during
long periods in which Aqua Care is not used.
! The water pressure inside the water system must be
between 0.8 bar and 8 bar.
! The appliance must only be connected to a water
supply suitable for drinking.
Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused plug that
can be plugged into a 13amp socket for immediate use.
Before using the appliance please read the instructions
below.
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Replacing fuse covers:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA approved
fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse
cover re-fitted.
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until
a replacement is obtained.
Replacement fuse covers:
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the
colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Changing the plug:
Removing the plug
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug
and you should wish to remove it to add a longer cable
or to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units
etc. please ensure that either:
The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp rewireable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.
or
The mains cable is wired directly into a 13amp
cable outlet, controlled by a switch (in compliance
with BS 5733) which is accessible without moving
the
appliance.
Disposing of the plug
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit
your socket. The cable should be cut as close as
possible to the moulded plug.
Remove the fuse.
Reversible doors
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WARNING:
To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded
plug into a socket anywhere else.
Fitting a new plug
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IMPORTANT:
WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...
Green and Yellow
Blue
Brown
- Earth
- Neutral
- Live
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As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
- Connect Green and Yellow wire to terminal marked
or coloured Green and Yellow.
'E' or
- Connect Brown wire to terminal marked 'L' or
coloured red or brown.
- Connect Blue wire to terminal marked 'N' or
coloured Black or Blue.
If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be
fitted with a 13amp fuse.
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If you are in any doubt about the electrical
supply to your machine, consult a qualified
electrician before use.
CE Marking certifies that this appliance conforms to
the following EEC directives :
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC & 93/68 EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC
& 93/68/EEC
∅ 3mm
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Description of the
appliance
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Control panel
REFRIGERATOR
OPERATION
Knob
SUPER COOL
Button
SUPER COOL
Indicator light
• SUPER COOL (quick cool) to lower the temperature of
the refrigerator compartment rapidly. When it is
pressed, the SUPER COOL indicator light illuminates
(see Start-up and use).
• REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Knob
to regulate the temperature of the refrigerator
compartment:
warmer
colder.
ECO is the optimal temperature for energy saving
levels.
HOLIDAY is the holiday function (see Maintenance
and care).
• SUPER COOL Yellow indicator light (rapid cooling)
illuminates when the SUPER COOL button is pressed.
• POWER Indicator light illuminates when the appliance
is connected to the electricity network.
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POWER
Indicator light
FREEZER
OPERATION
Knob
SUPER FREEZE
Indicator light
SUPER FREEZE
Button
• SUPER FREEZE Yellow indicator light (rapid freezing)
illuminates when the SUPER FREEZE button is
pressed.
• FREEZER OPERATION Knob
to regulate the temperature of the freezer
compartment:
warmer.
colder.
ECO is the optimal temperature for energy saving
levels.
switches the appliance off, including the refrigerator.
• SUPER FREEZE button (rapid freezing) to freeze fresh
food. When it is pressed, the SUPER FREEZE indicator
light illuminates (see Start-up and use).
! The indicator lights are also used to indicate an unusual
temperature increase in the freezer compartment (see
Troubleshooting).
Description of the
appliance
Overall view
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The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators. The diagrams may not
directly represent the appliance purchased. For more complex features, consult the following pages.
MULTI-USE bin
Removable shelf with
lid and EGG TRAY
CAN RACK shelves
SHELVES•
FLEX COOL BOX
for MEAT and
Removable
multipurpose
SHELVES•
CHEESE•*
FRUIT and
VEGETABLE bin
BOTTLE shelf
FREEZER and
STORAGE
compartment
MAX
WATER LEVEL
MAX
WATER LEVEL
ICE tray
STORAGE
compartment
Levelling FEET
• Varies by number and/or position.
* Available only on certain models.
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Accessories
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2
SHELVES•: with or without grill.
Due to the special guides the
shelves are removable and the
height is adjustable (see
diagram), allowing easy storage
of large containers and food.
Height can be adjusted without
complete removal of the shelf.
PLAY ZONE*: Thanks to the new “Play Zone” bottle
rack, you can cool several bottles, cans and energy
drinks quickly to have them constantly at hand.
MULTI-USE* bin: to store food (such as cold meats)
for a long time and also prevent odours from lingering
in the refrigerator.
FLEX COOL BOX*
This is the new box to keep meat, fish and cheese
fresh. When positioned in the “lower” part of the fridge
compartment, it is ideal for meat and fish; when moved
to the “top” part of the fridge, it is perfect for cheese. It
can be taken out of the fridge when it is not needed.
• Varies by number and/or position.
* Available only on certain models.
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If the “Play Zone” is placed on the glass shelf, you can
store large and medium sized bottles on it simply by
laying the bottle on the flat rack. This is ideal for storing
wine bottles. When folded and secured in place on either
side of the shelf, the rack can be used to store cans (at
the top), energy drinks (in the centre) and other cans
and energy drinks can be rested horizontally on the
remaining part of the shelf. When placing cans (onto the
Play zone rack), make sure they do not touch the back
of the refrigerator interior.
The “Play Zone” can be used just like a normal shelf
(when placed flat) and moved up or down along the
fridge walls together with the rest of the shelf. It can be
washed easily, and is also dishwasher safe. The ideal
position for the Play zone rack is the central shelf.
Start-up and use
Starting the appliance
! Before starting the appliance, follow the installation
instructions (see Installation).
! Before connecting the appliance, clean the
compartments and accessories well with lukewarm
water and bicarbonate.
! The appliance comes with a motor protection control
system which makes the compressor start approximately
8 minutes after being switched on. The compressor also
starts each time the power supply is cut off whether
voluntarily or involuntarily (blackout).
1. Set the FREEZER OPERATION knob on .
2. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that the
green POWER indicator light illuminates.
3. Turn the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to an
average value. After a few hours you will be able to put
food in the refrigerator.
4. Turn the FREEZER OPERATION knob to an average
value and press the SUPER FREEZE button (rapid
freezing): the SUPER FREEZE indicator light will
illuminate. Once the refrigerator has reached the
optimal temperature, the indicator light goes out and
you can begin food storage.
Static
Models without the Aýrcooler have the cooling section in
the internal back wall of the compartments. The wall will
be covered in frost or water droplets depending on
whether the compressor is operating or paused: both
cases are normal. If the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION
knob has been set on high values with large quantities of
food and with a high ambient temperature, the appliance
can operate continuously, resulting in excessive frost
formation and excessive energy consumption:
compensate for this by shifting the knob towards lower
values (defrosting will occur automatically).
In static appliances, the air circulates in a natural way:
the colder air tends to move downwards as it is heavier.
The food should be stored as follows:
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Fresh fish and meat
Fresh cheese
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Above the fruit and vegetable
bins
Above the fruit and vegetable
bins
Cooked food
On any shelf
Salami, bread loaf,
chocolate
On any shelf
Fruit and vegetables
In the fruit and vegetable bins
Eggs
On the shelf provided
Butter and margarine On the shelf provided
Chiller system
Bottles, drinks, milk
On the shelf provided
The appliance comes with one of the chiller systems
described below: take note of your system in order to
determine the most efficient food storage method.
Aircooler
It is recognizable due to the presence of the mechanism
on the top part of the refrigerator compartment (see
diagram). The Aircooler maintains a constant fridge
temperature to keep food fresher for longer and will
quickly restore the temperature to the correct level, even
if the door is opened frequently: the blown air (A) is
cooled when it comes into contact with the cold wall,
whereas the hotter air (B) is sucked up (see diagram).
B
• Use the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to adjust
the temperature (see Description).
• Press the SUPER COOL button (rapid cooling) to lower
the temperature quickly. For example, when you place
a large number of new food items inside a fridge the
internal temperature will rise slightly. The function
quickly cools the groceries by temporarily reducing
the temperature until it reaches the ideal level.
• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment,
not hot foods (see Precautions and tips).
B
B
A
Using the refrigerator to its full potential
A
• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than
raw foods.
• Do not store liquids in open containers. They will
increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause
condensation to form.
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Using the freezer to its full potential
! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the
freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature inside
the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9
-14 hours.
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2. Take care not to exceed the
level indicated (MAX WATER
LEVEL). Excess water prevents
the ice cubes from dispensing
(if this happens, wait for the ice
to melt and empty the tray).
MAX
! Do not open the door during freezing.
1. Pull out the tray by pushing
it up and then outwards (see
diagram).
Check that the tray is completely
empty and fill it with water
through the opening provided.
WATER LEVEL
• Use the FREEZER OPERATION knob to adjust the
temperature (see Description).
• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has already
been defrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten
(within 24 hours).
• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into
contact with food that has already been defrosted. Fresh
food must be stored in the top FREEZER and STORAGE
compartment where the temperature drops below -18°C
and guarantees rapid freezing.
• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and
which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer
because they could break.
• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily is
indicated on the plate containing the technical properties
located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator
compartment (for example: Kg/24h: 4).
• To freeze (if the freezer is already operating):
- for small quantities which are less than those indicated on
the data plate, press the rapid freezing SUPER FREEZE
button (corresponding yellow indicator light illuminates),
insert the food and close the door. The function is disabled
automatically after 24 hours or when optimal temperatures
have been reached (indicator light goes out);
- for large quantities which are greater than the maximum
load indicated on the data plate, hold down the rapid
freezing SUPER FREEZE button until the corresponding
indicator light begins to flash. After 24 hours the indicator
light stops flashing and remains on constantly. Place the
food inside the freezer and close the door. After another 24
hours, the function will be disabled automatically (indicator
light goes out).
ICE trays: to make ice.
MAX
WATER LEVEL
3. Turn the tray 90°: the water
fills up the moulds (see
diagram). Close the opening
with the lid and replace. When
the ice has formed (minimum
time approximately 8 hours),
knock the tray against a hard
surface.
Maintenance and care
Switching the appliance off
During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to
disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:
1. set the FREEZER OPERATION knob on
2. pull the plug out of the socket
! If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound.
This alarm does not indicate a malfunction. To restore
normal operation, it is sufficient to set the FREEZER
OPERATION knob on the desired value. To disconnect
the appliance, follow point 1 and 2.
Cleaning the appliance
• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber
seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been
soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or
neutral soap. Do not use solvents, abrasive products,
bleach or ammonia.
• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm
water and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry
them carefully.
• The back of the appliance may collect dust which can
be removed by delicately using the hose of a vacuum
cleaner set on medium power. The appliance must be
switched off and the plug must be pulled out before
cleaning the appliance.
Holiday function
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To minimise energy usage when on holiday, it is not
necessary to switch the appliance off. The appliance has
a function which allows it to maintain the temperature of
the refrigerator compartment at approximately 15°C
(which can also be used to conserve make-up and
beauty products). The freezer temperature must be set to
the minimum value in order to preserve the food.
To enable the function:
set the REFRIGERATOR
OPERATION knob on
HOLIDAY (see diagram).
A double acoustic signal
informs you when it has
been enabled. A single
acoustic signal informs
you when it has been
disabled.
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
• The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials
which are odour free. In order to maintain an odour free
refrigerator and to prevent the formation of stains, food
must always be covered or sealed properly.
• If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended
period of time, clean the inside and leave the doors
open.
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Defrosting the appliance
5. Certain appliances are
fitted with the DRAIN
SYSTEM to lead the water
outside. Let the water flow
into a container (see
diagram).
! Follow the instructions below.
Do not speed up the defrosting process by using any
devices or tools other than the scraper provided, you
may damage the refrigeration circuit.
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment
The refrigerator has an automatic defrosting function:
water is ducted to the
back of the appliance by a
special discharge outlet
(see diagram) where the
heat produced by the
compressor causes it to
evaporate. It is necessary
to clean the discharge
hole regularly so that the
water can flow out easily.
Defrosting the freezer compartment
Remove frost regularly using the special scraper
provided. If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it is
necessary to defrost manually:
1. Set the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the
position .
2. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in
another freezer or in a cool place.
3. Leave the door open until the frost has melted
completely. This can be made easier by placing
containers with lukewarm water in the freezer
compartment.
4. Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully
before switching the appliance on again.
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Replacing the light bulb
To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment,
pull out the plug from the electrical socket. Follow the
instructions below.
Access the light bulb by removing the cover as
indicated in the diagram.
Replace it with a similar light bulb within the power
range indicated on the cover (15W or 25W).
Precautions and tips
! The appliance was designed and manufactured in
compliance with international safety standards. The
following warnings are provided for safety reasons and
must be read carefully.
This appliance complies with the following
Community Directives:
- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and
subsequent amendments;
-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;
- 2002/96/CE.
General safety
• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside
the home and is not intended for commercial or
industrial use.
• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food
products by adults only and according to the
instructions in this manual.
• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in
covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the
appliance exposed to rain and storms.
• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or
moist hands and feet.
• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug
from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off
the appliance and disconnect it from the electrical
supply. It is not sufficient to set the temperature
adjustment knobs on (appliance off) to eliminate all
electrical contact.
• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances
should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may
cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance.
• Do not use devices or tools other than the special
scraper provided inside the compartments.
• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer
into your mouth.
Disposal
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• Observe local environmental standards when
disposing packaging material for recycling purposes.
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires
that old household electrical appliances must not be
disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste
stream. Old appliances must be collected separately
in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the
materials they contain and reduce the impact on
human health and the environment. The crossed out
“wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of
your obligation, that when you dispose of the
appliance it must be separately collected.
Consumers should contact their local authority or
retailer for information concerning the correct disposal
of their old appliance.
Respecting and conserving the
environment
• Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated
room. Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight
and do not place it near heat sources.
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or
opening the door too frequently in order to conserve
energy.
• Do not fill the appliance with too much food:
cold air must circulate freely for food to be preserved
properly. If circulation is impeded, the compressor will
work continuously.
• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The
internal temperature will increase and force the
compressor to work harder and will consume more
energy.
• Defrost the appliance if ice forms (see Maintenance).
A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food
products more difficult and results in increased
energy consumption.
• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to
ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air
from escaping (see Maintenance).
• Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or
play with the appliance. Under no circumstance should
they be allowed to sit on the bins or to hang from the
door.
• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It
can become a choking or suffocation hazard.
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Troubleshooting
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Malfunctions:
Possible causes / Solutions:
The green POWER indicator light does • The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not far enough
not illuminate.
to make contact, or there is no power in the house.
The motor does not start.
• The appliance comes with a motor protection control (see Start-up and use).
The indicator lights are on but the light • Pull out and reverse the plug before putting it back in the socket.
is dim.
a) The alarm sounds.
b) The alarm sounds and the two
yellow indicator lights flash.
c) The alarm sounds and the two
yellow indicator lights as well as the
green one flash.
a) The refrigerator door has remained open for more than two minutes (the
buzzer will stop sounding when you shut the door) or the correct switchingoff procedure was not followed (see Maintenance).
b) The temperature in the freezer is too high. Check the quality of the food
products and dispose if necessary.
c) The temperature in the freezer has reached a dangerous level. The food
must be disposed immediately.
b/c) In the first case the freezer will maintain a temperature of about 0°C so that
Heating
is excessive
+ buzzer
Heating
danger
the food does not re-freeze. In the second case, however, the temperature
will remain at approximately -18°C.
To turn off the acoustic signal open and close the refrigerator door. To
restore normal operation bring the FREEZER OPERATION knob setting to
(off) and turn the appliance on again.
+ buzzer
The refrigerator and the freezer do not • The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.
• The doors are opened too frequently.
cool well.
• The OPERATION knobs are not on the correct setting (see Description).
• The refrigerator or the freezer have been over-filled.
The food inside the refrigerator is
beginning to freeze.
• The REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob is not on the correct setting (see
Description).
• The food is in contact with the back inside wall of the refrigerator.
The motor runs continuously.
• The SUPER FREEZE button has been pressed (rapid freezing): the yellow
SUPER FREEZE light is on or flashing (see Description).
• The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened.
• The outside ambient temperature is very high.
• The thickness of the frost exceeds 2-3 mm (see Maintenance).
The Aircooler fan does not rotate
• The refrigerator door is open.
• The Aircooler system is only activated automatically when it becomes
necessary to restore perfect operational conditions inside the refrigerator
compartment.
The appliance makes a lot of noise.
• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface (see Installation).
• The appliance has been installed between cabinets that vibrate and make
noise.
• The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when the compressor is
off. This is not a defect, it is normal.
There is water at the bottom of the
refrigerator.
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• The water discharge hole is blocked (see Maintenance).
Assistance
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Before calling for Assistance:
• Check if the malfunction can be solved on your own (see Troubleshooting).
• If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or the problem persists, call the nearest Service
Centre
model
serial number
Communicating:
• type of malfunction
• appliance model (Mod.)
• serial number (S/N)
This information can be found on the data
plate located on the bottom left side of the
refrigerator compartment.
Mod. RG 2330
220 - 240 V-
TI
50 Hz
Cod.
150 W
75
Total 340
Net
Gross
Gross
Util
Bruto
Bruto
Utile
Brut
Brut
Compr. R 134 a
Test Pressure
HIGH-235
Syst.
P.S-I. LOW 140
Kompr. kg 0,090
Made in Italy 13918
93139180000
W Fuse
S/N 704211801
A
Gross
Bruto
Brut
Max 15 w
Capac
Class
Poder de Cong
Clase
Freez.
kg/24 h
4,0
N
Classe
Never call on unauthorized technicians and always refuse spare parts which are not originals.
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