INSTRUCTION MANUAL

50CM UNDERCOUNTER LARDER

CUL50W12

Contents

Safety Warnings ............................................................................................................................................. 4

Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................................... 6

Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 7

Location............................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Levelling the Unit.......................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Free Space Requirements .......................................................................................................................................................... 7

Reversing the Door Swing ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Cleaning Before Use ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Before Using Your Unit ................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Product Overview ........................................................................................................................................ 10

Operation ..................................................................................................................................................... 11

Switching On Your Unit ............................................................................................................................................................11

Adjusting the Temperature .....................................................................................................................................................11

Noises Inside the Unit! ..............................................................................................................................................................11

Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................... 12

Defrosting ......................................................................................................................................................................................12

Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit ..........................................................................................................12

Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit .........................................................................................................................................12

Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 13

Changing the Internal Light....................................................................................................................................................13

Care When Handling / Moving Your Unit ...........................................................................................................................13

Servicing ........................................................................................................................................................................................13

Switching Off for Long Periods of Time ..............................................................................................................................13

Condensation ...............................................................................................................................................................................13

Disposal ........................................................................................................................................................ 13

Specifications ............................................................................................................................................... 14

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Safety Warnings

For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the safety precautions listed below.

• Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for future reference.

• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to include this manual.

• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar applications such as:

- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environment;

- bed and breakfast type environment;

- catering and similar non-retail applications.

• Ensure that the plug is easily accessible to enable disconnection from the mains supply.

• Keep ventilation openings in the unit enclosure clear of obstructions.

• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the unit, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.

• Choose a location for your unit away from heat sources such as radiators or fires as refrigerant and vesicant are burnable.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit (The refrigerant is a very environmentally friendly gas but is also combustible. Take care when transporting or moving the unit to ensure that the refrigeration circuit is not damaged. In the event of damage avoid naked flames or ignition sources and ventilate the room in which the unit is placed for a few minutes.)

• The unit must be manoeuvred by a minimum of 2 persons.

• 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 should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.

• If your unit is fitted with a lock to prevent children being trapped inside, keep the key out of reach and not in the vicinity of the unit.

• Do not store volatile or flammable substances, such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant, in the unit.

WARNING

IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED

SERVICE PERSONNEL TO CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH

INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.

TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT

REPAIRS YOURSELF.

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Thank you

for purchasing your new Currys Essentials Larder.

We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers.

Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this instruction manual for future reference.

Unpacking

Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so according to local regulations.

The following items are included:

Adjustable Glass Shelf x 2 Salad Bin Cover

The Main Unit

Upper Door Shelf x 2

Salad Bin

Lower Door Shelf

Instruction

Manual

Instruction Manual

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If items are missing or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only).

Tel: 0844 800 3456 for assistance.

Installation

INSTALLATION

Location

When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 16°C and 38°C.

Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the unit not to perform properly. This unit is not designed for use in a garage or outdoor installation. Do not drape the unit with any covering.

Levelling the Unit

To do this adjust the two levelling feet at the front of the unit.

If the unit is not level, the doors and magnetic seal alignments will not be covered properly.

Free Space Requirements

When installing the unit, ensure that 40 mm of free space is left at both sides, 20 mm at the rear of the unit and 40 mm at the top of the unit. The door can be opened to the right or the left, depending on which best suits the location. Please ensure there is adequate space for the door to fully open to

160°.

If the appliance is placed under a continuous worktop, the appliance lid (if applicable) may be removed and a ventilation grille of at least 200 cm2 (available from DIY shops or specialist retailers) should be installed to the worktop above the rear of the appliance to increase ventilation.

min. 200 cm2

Benefits of increased ventilation:

• Lowered power consumption

• Reduce running costs

• Improved cooling performance

• Prolong product life span

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INSTALLATION

Reversing the Door Swing

Tools required: Philips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner

• Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty.

• To take the door off it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit on something solid, e.g. a chair just below the top panel.

• All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.

• Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system.

• We recommend that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.

• If you want to have the door swing reversed, we recommend that you contact a qualified technician. You should only try to reverse the door yourself if you believe that you are qualified to do so.

1. Remove the upper hinge cap (1).

2. Remove the two upper screws and hinge bracket (2) from the unit top.

3. Carefully lift the door up and remove it from the unit. Place door on a padded surface to prevent from scratching.

4. Remove the plug (3) and shaft sleeve (6) from the door and reattach them to the corresponding position on the opposite side of the door. Press the both firmly into the hole.

5. Remove the two lower screws, hinge bracket and levelling leg (4) from the unit bottom.

6. Remove the screw-type levelling front leg (5) from the unit bottom and transfer it to the corresponding position on the opposite side of the unit bottom.

7. Reattach the two lower screws, hinge bracket and levelling front leg (4) to the opposite side of the unit bottom. Secure.

8. Carefully set the door back into place, sliding it onto the bottom hinge.

9. Securely reattach the two upper screws and hinge bracket (2) to the unit top on the opposite the side from which it was removed. Ensure that the hinge pin is properly positioned in the bushing (hole) at the top of unit door.

10. Reattach the hinge cap (1) over the top hinge bracket.

INSTALLATION

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6

1

2

1 Upper hinge cap

2 Upper screws

& upper hinge bracket

3 Plug

4 Lower screws, levelling front leg

& lower hinge bracket

5 Levelling front leg

6 Shaft Sleeve

* All images are for reference only; please refer to your individual unit for actual item.

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11. With the door closed, check that the door is aligned horizontally and vertically and that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the bottom hinge. Re-adjust the levelling feet as needed.

Cleaning Before Use

Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm water using a ‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wash the shelves and salad bin in warm soapy water and dry completely before replacing in the unit. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth.

If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.

• Before Plugging in YOU MUST

Check that you have a socket which is compatible with the plug supplied with the unit.

• Before Turning On!

Do not turn on until two hours after moving the unit. The coolant fluid needs time to settle.

Before Using Your Unit

Before placing any food in your unit, turn it on and wait for 24 hours, to make sure it is working properly and to allow it time to fall to the correct temperature. Your unit should not be overfilled.

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Product Overview

Glass Shelves

Lower Glass Shelf

Salad Bin

Levelling Feet

Internal Light and

Thermostat Control Dial

Door

Shelves

Operation

Switching On Your Unit

1. Before connecting the unit to the mains supply make sure that the thermostat control dial is set at position 0. This is located on the right side of the cabinet. Connect the mains cable to the mains socket.

2. Adjust the thermostat control dial to the desired position, bear in mind that the higher the number, the lower the temperature. Position 2 or 3 or 4 recommended setting when operating at normal room temperature (between 16°C and 38°C).

3. The unit may not operate at the correct temperature if it is in a particularly hot or a particularly cold room, or if you open the door often.

4. To ensure that the unit is cool enough to sufficiently chill your food, wait 24 hours before filling it with food.

5. If you are concerned that your unit is not being kept cold enough and wish to check the temperature, you will need a special fridge/freezer thermometer.

These are available from most supermarkets and hardware shops.

Place the thermometer in the centre of the unit, where it can be read easily. Leave overnight, the temperature in the unit should be 5°C or lower.

Adjusting the Temperature

The internal temperature of the unit is controlled by a thermostat. The recommended position is between 1 to 4 for colder working environments (i.e. during winter) and between 5 to 6 for hotter environments. Please adjust according to the environment.

Noises Inside the Unit!

You may notice that your unit makes some unusual noises. Most of these are perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them!

These noises are caused by the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system. It has become more pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases. This is not a fault and will not affect the performance of your unit. This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant around the system.

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Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit

• Cooked meats/fishes should always be stored on a shelf above raw meats/fishes to avoid bacterial transfer. Keep raw meats/fishes in a container which is large enough to collect juices and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest shelf.

• Leave space around your food, to allow air to circulate inside the unit. Ensure all parts of the unit are kept cool.

• To prevent transfer of flavours and drying out, pack or cover the food separately. Fruit and vegetables do not need to be wrapped.

• Always let pre-cooked food cool down before you put in the unit. This will help to maintain the internal temperature of the unit.

• To prevent cold air escaping from the unit, try to limit the number of times you open the door. We recommend that you only open the door when you need to put food in or take food out.

Cleaning

Defrosting

Frost may accumulate on the inner rear surface of the appliance which will automatically defrost during the off cycle of the compressor.

Water is channelled via the drain hole to the collection tray above the compressor where it will evaporate.

Please ensure the drain hole is checked and cleaned on a regular basis so water can exit the storage compartment.

Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit

• Remove all the shelves and the salad bin. To remove the salad bin first remove the lower door shelf.

• Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with warm water using a ‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and salad bin.

• Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish. Make sure that the door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seal or inside the unit.

• The grille of the condenser at the back of the unit and the adjacent components can be vacuumed using a soft brush attachment.

Maintenance

Changing the Internal Light

1. Before carrying out the bulb replacement always adjust the thermostat control dial to Position 0, then disconnect the mains supply.

2. To change the light bulb (220-240, max. 15W), undo the screw.

3. Press the light bulb cover as shown and slide it backwards.

4. Change the defective light bulb.

5. Refit the light bulb cover and the screw.

6. Put the refrigerator back into operation.

Care When Handling / Moving Your Unit

Hold the unit around its sides or base when moving it. Under no circumstances should it be lifted by holding the edges of the top surface.

Servicing

The unit should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the unit yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Contact a qualified technician.

Switching Off for Long Periods of Time

When the unit is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains supply, empty all food and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.

Condensation

Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to a change in room temperature. Wipe off any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a qualified technician for assistance.

Disposal

Old units still have some residual value. An environmentally friendly method of disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can be recovered and used again. The refrigerant used in your unit and insulation materials require special disposal procedures. Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the unit are damaged prior to disposal.

Up to date information concerning options of disposing of your old unit and packaging from the new one can be obtained from your local council office.

When disposing of an old unit break off any old locks or latches and remove the door as a safeguard.

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Specifications

Model

Fresh Food Storage Compartment

Volume

CUL50W12

102L

Storage Temperature

Energy Consumption

0 - 8°C, average ≤ 4°C

0.309kWh / 24h

Energy consumption 113 kWh per year, based on standard test results for 24 hours.

Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.

Household Appliances Category

Energy Grading

EU Ecolabel

Category 1 (Refrigerator)

A+

N/A

Defrosting Type

Climate Class

Auto Defrost

N/ST

This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature between 16°C and 38°C.

Airborne Acoustical Noise

Rated Voltage

Rated Current

Overall Dimension (W x D x H)

43dB

220V~240V

0.5A

494 x 494 x 839 mm

Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

For general information about this appliance and handy hints and tips, please visit

www.knowhow.com/knowledgebank or call 0844 5611234.

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This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU.

For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.

DSG Retail Ltd. (co. no. 504877)

Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, Herts., HP2 7TG, UK.

IB-CUF50W12-140404V3