LEC U50263W

User Manual

LEC Customer Care

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Model No

Serial No

These numbers can be found on your appliances.

Outside the UK and Northern Ireland, refer to your local supplier.

Stoney Lane, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 2XW

Specification of the appliance

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Voltage:220V-240V

Frequency:50Hz

Refrigerant:R600a

Rated Current:0.6A

Insulation Blowing Agent:Cyclopentane

Description of the Appliance

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1. Upper Cover 2. Thermostat Knob

3. Flap 4. Flap

5. Bottom Drawer 6. Adjustable Foot

(Picture shown for indicative purposes only, model supplied may differ).

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CONTENTS:

Section 1. Installation

Section 2. Safety Advice

Section 3. Operating the Appliance

Section 4. Maintenance

Section 5. Warning

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Section 1. Installation

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IMPORTANT!

This appliance must be left to stand in an upright position for at least 4 hours before being switched on for the first time.

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This appliance has been designed for Domestic Use

Only.

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Remove all packaging and securing tape from the appliance.

 Wash the interior of the appliance with luke warm water containing a small amount of bicarbonate soda (5ml to 0.5 litres of water).

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Position the appliance in a dry atmosphere and out of direct sunlight.

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Do not position next to a cooker or other sources of heat, i.e. radiator.

 If positioned next to another fridge or freezer, leave a minimum gap of 2cm between the appliances in order to avoid condensation.

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A clearance of 50mm should be left above the appliance. If this cannot be achieved you should ensure a clearance of 25mm is maintained on each side of the appliance.

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 Please ensure that there is a small ‘air-gap’ between the condenser on the rear of the appliance and the rear wall.

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Do not place or store heavy items on the top of this appliance.

 Ensure that the appliance is positioned on a firm flat floor.

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This appliance must be level. Adjust the level by screwing the adjustable feet up or down (use your fingers or a suitable spanner).

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Ensure that the appliance is upright and both feet are in firm contact with the floor so that the cabinet is stable.

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Connect the plug to an adjacent 13amp socket outlet and ensure that the appliance is not standing on the supply cable.

Section 2. Safety Advice

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Please read this booklet thoroughly before installing and switching on the appliance. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage.

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If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock, as a safety measure break or

remove the lock and/or door

before disposal.

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Your old appliances contain insulation gases and refrigerant that must be disposed of correctly. Please ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not damaged before the appliance is taken away for correct disposal in line with current legislation. If there is any doubt contact your Local Authority for instructions.

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This appliance may contain the refrigerant isobutene (R600a). This is a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility; however, caution is required as isobutene is a flammable gas. It is essential to ensure that refrigerant tubes are not damaged during transportation and the installation of the appliance. In the event that the refrigerant circuit is damaged, avoid naked flames or sources of ignition and ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.

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Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

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Do not allow children to play with the appliance.

Children must never play in or around the appliance.

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If using an adaptor, this must be used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions

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and ensure that the electrical circuit is not overloaded as this could cause overheating.

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Do not twist or bend the cables, and keep them away from hot surfaces.

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Do not plug in or unplug this appliance with wet hands.

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Following installation make sure that the power cable is not trapped underneath the appliance.

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If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, it’s service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Section 3. Operating the Appliance

3.1. Switching on the Appliance

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Allow the appliance to stand for a minimum of 4 hours after installation.

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Plug in the appliance and switch on at the mains supply.

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Set the thermostat control to the required setting as detailed in the Temperature Control section (3.2.).

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Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the correct temperature to be reached.

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Place the appliance close to the wall with a distance not exceeding 75mm

3.2. Temperature Control

The temperature selector knob is located on the right hand side of the inner cabinet (see Description of the

Appliance on page 4). Please note that a larder fridge does not have an ice-box and will operate at a slightly higher temperature than a fridge with an ice-box.

 Setting “0”: Unit Off

 Setting “1”: Unit On – Warmest Temperature

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Setting “2” to ”3”: Normal Operation

(adequate for most situations)

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Setting “4”: Coldest Temperature

Important!

During high ambient temperatures e.g. on hot summer days, it may be necessary to set the thermostat to the coldest setting (position 4).

This may cause the compressor to run continuously in order to maintain a low temperature in the cabinet.

3.3. Storing & Freezing Food in the Freezer

This appliance is a four star freezer and is suitable for the long-term storage of frozen food items. It can also be used for freezing and storing fresh food items. When adding fresh food, turn the control to ‘4’ until the food is frozen. Do

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not leave at setting 4 for more than 24 hours!

You should always follow the storage guidelines printed on each food producers packaging, however the following information is provided as a general guide for the maximum storage life of frozen items:

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Fresh Meat and Poultry – up to 12 months

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Cooker Meats – up to 2 months

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Fresh Fish – up to 6 months

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Fruit and Vegetables – up to 12 months

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Bread and Cakes – up to 6 months

3.4. Normal Operating Sounds

You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped to the cooling system and through the coils or tubing at the rear of the appliance. When the compressor is in operation you may hear a slight whirring sound or pulsating noise. The thermostat controls the operation of the compressor, and you may hear a slight click as it cycles in and out.

3.5. Energy Saving Advice

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Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat, such as a cooker, dishwasher or radiator.

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Locate the appliance in a cool well-ventilated room and make sure that the air vents are clear.

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Try to avoid keeping the door open for a long time, warm air will enter the cabinet and may cause a build up of ice as well as affecting the energy consumption. Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing properly.

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Ensure that the door seal is clean and there are no tears or splits.

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Ensure that the door seal is clean and there are no tears or splits.

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Do not put hot food into the freezer – let it cool down first.

3.6. In the Event of a Power Failure

If there is a power failure, keep the door closed. When the power has been restored the appliance will start to operate but it may take some time to achieve the pre-set operating temperature. Check the condition of your stored food items and liquids.

Section 4. Maintenance

Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out,

DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply.

4.1. Internal Cleaning

Clean the interior and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 liters of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol.

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4.2. External Cleaning

Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products. There may be sharp edges on the underside of the product, so care should be taken when cleaning. Once or twice a year dust the rear of the appliance and the compressor at the back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause increased energy consumption.

4.3. Defrosting

It is advisable to carry out de-frosting when your frozen food stocks are minimal. Any frozen food that you do have inside the appliance should be wrapped in thick newspaper or stored in a cool bag whilst carrying out the defrost operation.

If ice build up in the ice-box exceeds 3-5mm, empty the contents and switch off the appliance, leave the door open and allow the ice to melt.

Do not use sharp objects to scrape the ice away.

Clean and dry the interior, close the door and turn on the power to the appliance. When the power has been restored the appliance will start to operate but it may take some time to achieve the pre-set operating temperature.

4.4. When the appliance is not in use

When the appliance is not in use for long periods, remove the contents, disconnect from the electricity supply and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar until you wish to use the appliance again.

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4.5. Reversing the Door

The door opening can be reversed from “right hand hinged” to “left hand hinged” if required. If your appliance is supplied “left hand hinged” simply reverse the following procedure.

Warning!

When reversing the door, the appliance must not be connected to the mains. Remove the plug from the mains beforehand.

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1 Top Hinge

Cover 4.

Lower

Pin/Foot

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Hinge

2

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Top Hinge 5.

Left Foot

3

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Door 6.

Left Hand Hinge

Holes/Plastic Caps

 Remove the retaining screws and the Top Hinge (2)

 Remove the plastic Upper Hinge Cover (1)

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Lift the door off the Lower Hinge (4).

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Remove the retaining screws and the Lower Hinge (4)

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Remove the Hinge Pin and Foot from the Lower

Hinge (4), turn the hinge over and refit the Hinge

Pin and Foot.

 Remove the Foot (5) from the left hand side and refit on the right hand side. Now fit the Lower Hinge (4) to the pre-drilled holes on the opposite side of the cabinet

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Now fit the Lower Hinge (4) to the pre-drilled holes on the opposite side of the cabinet

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Remove the Plastic Caps (6) from the top left hand side and refit on the right hand side.

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Locate the Door (3) onto the Lower Hinge (4) and refit the Top Hinge.

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Ensure that the door closes and seals correctly – tighten all the screws.

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Refit the Top Hinge Cover (1)

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4.6. What to do if something goes wrong

There is no power to the appliance:

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Check there is not a power cut

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Check there is power to the electric socket/appliance

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Check the fuse in the plug (Must be 13 amp)

The compressor runs continuously:

 Is the door closed correctly?

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Have large quantities of food recently been added to the appliance? – if yes, allow the interior temperature to recover

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Has the appliance door been opened frequently? – if yes, allow the interior temperature to recover

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Is the t/stat control set to maximum? – if yes, adjust the control to a lower setting

There is excessive frost/ice build up:

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Ensure that the door has been closed correctly

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Ensure that the door seal is clean and sealing correctly

The appliance is making a noise:

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Refer to Normal Operating Sounds, section 3.4.

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Ensure that the appliance has been installed correctly (see section 1).

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If after the above checks there is still a fault please contact your retailer

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Important Note:

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic

Equipment (WEEE).

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, the Crossed Out Wheelie Bin, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.

For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local authority, your household waste disposal service or the retailer where you purchased the product.

We continuously try to improve our products for the benefit of our customers. For this reason we reserve the right to make changes to any product at any time, without notice

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Section 5. Warning

1. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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"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.

4. Do not store plosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in the appliance.

5. This appliance is intended to be used in households but is not intended to be used in applications such as:

 staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environment;

 farm houses and by clients, motels and other residential type environment;

 bed and breakfast type environments;

 catering and similar non-retail appliances.

6. When disposal of the appliance, it must be done by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid fire and other hazard.

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7. - WARNING:

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Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

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WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

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WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

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WARNING: Do not use electrical appliance inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Correct Disposal of this product

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This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

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