User Guide - Rangemaster
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1. i e yoghurt remove any excess packaging NEVER store anything that is flammable volatile or explosive inside the appliance Delicate foods should be stored in the coolest part of the appliance Try not to open the door too often Set the thermostat to make sure that foods remain suitably cold try to avoid freezing within the fridge Using a thermometer will help you to judge how cool the appliance is Place it into a glass of water and leave it inside the appliance for several hours to get a reliable reading Some foods contain natural oils and acids e g citric acid which can damage plastics if spilled make sure these foods are suitably contained Unpleasant odours inside the fridge are a sign that something has spilled and cleaning is required Using warm water with bicarbonate of soda will clean the interior of the appliance and remove most spillages see Cleaning and Maintenance Always remember to remove perishable foods from this appliance before taking prolonged trips or holidays Tips on Freezing Food As with storing fresh foods suitable packaging correct When storing commercially frozen foods please follow these temperature and food hygiene will enhance the quality guidelines of the food you are freezing Avoid putting hot foods into the freezer First let them cool until they reach room temperature Make sure that all foods for freezing are of a high quality and suitable for freezing Use2. You can also pour a small amount of water down the drain hole to clean the defrost drainage channel You should be careful to make sure that food packages do not touch the rear wall of the appliance as this can interrupt the automatic defrosting process and deflect water into the base of your refrigerator Use a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water to clean the evaporating tray IMPORTANT It is normal to get some ice droplets forming on the back wall of the appliance The formation of ice droplets does not indicate an appliance fault Defrosting Your appliance is frost free so you will not need to manually defrost the freezer section However if for example the door is left open for a long period of time or the door gasket is not sealing correctly then ice could build up in the freezer section If this occurs then follow the steps below and perform a manual defrost The day before you defrost set the thermostat to its maximum setting This will make sure that the food contained in the freezer is frozen properly While defrosting the appliance remove the food from the freezer wrap it in several layers of paper and store it in a cool place The temperature rise in foods will shorten its storage life so the food should be used within a relatively short time DO NOT place food back in the freezer once it has started to thaw Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply Remove the drawers and leave the
3. adjust the seal into the correct position IMPORTANT DO NOT heat the door seal on anything but the lowest heat setting or heat the seal for a long period of time otherwise you may damage the door seal which would NOT be repaired under the guarantee free of charge The appliance must be stood on a level floor You can use the levelling feet to take into account any minor unevenness in the floor OS hinge screws 11 Fitting into a Cabinet Unit Cabinet Dimensions and Ventilation Requirements The cabinet dimensions for the appliance are shown in Fig 4 1 IMPORTANT The clearance height must be exactly 1780 mm If necessary use extra filler shelves to fill any excess space in your cabinet The cabinet space MUST have a minimum of 250 cm free airflow for ventilation Fig 4 5 and Fig 4 6 The appliance will not function properly without ventilation If required use filler shelves to fill excess cabinet space min 250 cm Make sure the filler shelves do not block the flow of air a Min 250 cm 12 Fitting the Furniture Doors If you need the doors to open from the other side then reverse the door before fitting the furniture door see Reversing the Doors Tools required Tape measure Sharp pencil Small flat bladed screwdriver Spanner Procedure 1 Undo the 2 screws from the mountin
4. appliance and how often the door is opened will all affect the temperature being maintained by the appliance On the maximum setting the fridge freezer will work harder to maintain a lower temperature There is no need to run the appliance on this setting for long periods Super Freeze Mode This function is designed to freeze food completely in the shortest possible time to maintain the nutrients within the food Use this feature before putting large quantities of food into the freezer chamber at any one time We recommend that you turn on the Super Freeze mode 12 hours in advance as this will lower the temperature in the freezer compartment before you place any food in it To Turn On 1 Press the function selector button until S Frz mode lights up 2 Super Freeze mode is now turned on To Turn Off 1 Press the function selector button again and the S Frz light will flash for 5 seconds and then go off 2 Super Freeze mode is now turned off Super Cool Mode This function is designed to chill food completely in the shortest possible time to maintain the nutrients within the food To Turn On 1 Press the function selector button until S Cool mode lights up 2 Super Cool mode is now turned on To Turn Off 1 Press the function selector button again and the Cool light will flash for 5 seconds and then go off 2 Super Cool mode is now turned off Holiday Mode This function is designed to be used wh
5. dry before replacing them inside the appliance DO NOT clean them in a dishwasher Always keep the door seals clean Clean the door gasket with warm water or a neutral detergent that leaves no residue A tight sealing door gasket is critical to the efficiency of your appliance A DO NOT spray or rinse the freezer with water or other liquids This could harm the electrical parts Use a dry cloth when cleaning near the electrical parts DO NOT clean the appliance with a stiff or wire brush DO NOT use an organic solvent such as detergent petrol lacquer thinners acetone or acid r gt PP gt gt To prevent your skin sticking to cold steel parts make sure your hands are not wet when touching the parts A DO NOT use HOT water to clean the glass shelves as they may break or crack The Defrost Drain Hole Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator compartment during operation The defrost water is collected by the evaporating tray Fig 5 1 and evaporates automatically The drain hole Fig 5 2 should be cleaned periodically with the drain hole cleaner This will prevent water from collecting in the bottom of the refrigerator instead of flowing down the defrost drainage channel and drain hole IMPORTANT Please note that the drain hole cleaner should not be left in position permanently Otherwise this may prevent the defrost water from entering the drain hole Defrost drainage Fig 5 1 15
6. packaging material that is odourless and airproof such as plastic bags to store food in so different foods can be mixed without affecting the quality Make sure that it is airtight Leaking packaging will dehydrate the products and lead to loss of beneficial vitamins Keep the surface of the packaging dry this keeps the packs from freezing together Mark packages with the kind of food contained and the date of storage Food needs to be frozen quickly so it is best to freeze small portions whenever possible and make sure that they are as cold as possible before storage The recommended maximum weight for each portion is 2 5kg Keep food which is fresh away from food which is already frozen if you need to freeze fresh food every day make sure that it is in small portions to prevent this DO NOT exceed the maximum load for freezing which is given as 11 kg 24 hours see data badge for details Write the expiry date and food names on the outside of the packaging so you can be assured of the food type and when it is safe to eat Take food from the freezer to defrost when needed Defrosted food cannot be refrozen unless it is cooked DO NOT put too much fresh food into the freezer at once This could go beyond the freezer s cooling capacity see Technical Data Always follow manufacturers guidelines for the length of time you should store food for DO NOT exceed these guidelines Try to keep the length of time
7. touch items that are already frozen After 24 hours check that the fresh food is satisfactorily frozen If so set the thermostat back to its normal operating temperature During First Use Set the thermostat to its maximum setting for 24 hours after switching on the appliance for the first time When you first switch on the appliance the compressor will run continuously for approximately 24 hours or until the fridge freezer reaches a cool enough temperature During this time try not to open the door frequently or place a large amount of food within the appliance You should then adjust the thermostat down to its normal operating position If the unit is switched off or unplugged you must allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance on the thermostat or connecting it to your mains supply 3 Food Storage Tips Tips on Storing Fresh Food Make sure that foods which have been cooked and require chilling are at room temperature before placing them into the appliance Make sure that these foods are stored in suitable containers Foods stored in the refrigerator should be cleaned and dried before storing Before foods are put into the refrigerator it is recommended that the foods should be wrapped so that the water cannot vaporise and the fruits and vegetables keep fresh and food smells will not mix Foods eaten daily should be stored at the front of the shelf Make sure that foodstuffs are stored sy
8. Integrated Fridge freezer 50 50 User Guide Installation amp Service Instructions CINE NEN GN PLEASE KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE U110234 02A Contents 1 Before You Start 1 5 Cleaning and Maintenance 15 Safety 1 Cleaning 15 Refrigerant Gas Information 2 The Defrost Drain Hole 15 Caring for the Environment 2 Defrosting 16 2 About Your Fridge freezer 3 pepiacing the Mant G When Not in Use 16 About the Fresh Food Compartment 4 5 About the Freezer Compartment 5 6 Troubleshooting 17 Fridge freezer Control Panel 6 7 Warranty After Sales Service 18 Freezing Fresh Food 7 During First Use 8 Technical Data 19 3 Food Storage Tips 8 Tips on Storing Fresh Food 8 Tips on Freezing Food 9 4 Installation 10 Positioning Your Appliance 10 Reversing the Doors 10 Fitting into a Cabinet Unit 12 Fitting the Furniture Doors 13 Electrical Supply Connection 14 Due to our policy of continual improvement we reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice 1 Before You Start Thank you for buying a Rangemaster appliance We hope that it provides a stylish yet practical solution to your cooling needs We hope that this handbook supplies you with all the information you require If there is anything you are not sure of please contact us see Warranty section for Consumer Services details A A A A WARNING This appliance must be earthed Please leave the appliance
9. STA approved to BS 1362 You MUST refit the cover after replacing the fuse If the cover is lost the plug MUST NOT be used until a replacement cover has been obtained from your supplier The colour of the correct fuse carrier is that of the coloured insert in the base of the fuse recess or stated elsewhere on the plug Always state this colour when ordering a replacement fuse carrier IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Fig 4 10 Green and yellow EARTH Blue NEUTRAL Brown LIVE 14 5 Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning To maintain a high performance level occasionally clean the condenser coils at the back of the appliance Defrost the appliance regularly A build up of thick ice ee a N decreases the efficiency of the appliance You should defrost Defrost whenever the frost reaches 5 mm thickness grain hole To keep internal odours to a minimum it is best to periodically clean the compartment Clean the interior using warm water and bicarbonate of soda with a soft cloth Make sure that the interior is then dried carefully with a suitable cloth A DO NOT use harsh abrasives or aggressive cleaners as these can damage the interior of the appliance Shelves and other accessories can be cleaned in the sink using dishwashing liquid and warm water Make sure all soap is rinsed off and all parts are
10. act your local council your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product 2 About Your Fridge freezer Egg racks BED ST Control panel Glass shelves Door shelves Crisper drawer Glass shelves Freezer drawers Ice tray The fridge freezer is shown in Fig 2 1 and has the following Foods that are likely to perish quickly should be placed features towards the rear of the appliance where it is coolest Automatic fridge defrost Adjustable thermostat 3 door shelves 4 glass shelves e 1 crisper drawer e 4 freezer drawers 4 freezer shelves 2 egg racks 1 ice cube tray CFC free and frost free Reversible doors About the Fresh Food Compartment Fig 2 2 It is recommended to leave storage space between the foods for good cold air circulation The temperatures in the refrigerator are slightly warmer near the top and colder near the base Shelves The shelves may be placed in any of the guide slots within the interior of the appliance They are protected from sliding out To Remove a Shelf When adjusting the height of a shelf first remove any food placed on the shelf To remove the shelf tilt the front upwards so that the restrainin
11. between purchase and storage as short as possible to preserve food quality Buy frozen foods which have been stored at a temperature of 18 C or below Avoid buying food which has ice or frost on the packaging This indicates that the products might have been partially defrosted and refrozen at some point temperature rises affect the quality of food Should there be a power cut or the freezer refrigeration appliance fail for any length of time you may need to remove food from the freezer and store in a cold hygienic place i e garage or out house area until the power is restored or the appliance is repaired To prevent undue temperature rises you should wrap the foods in layers of insulating material such as newspaper to help to maintain their temperature It is also important that any food affected by this situation should be either consumed or cooked and refrozen where suitable soon afterwards in order to prevent health risks Layers of newspaper can also be used to help keep foods cold while you are defrosting the freezer see Cleaning and Maintenance 4 Installation 596 ref 560 570 ee Exterior door fitting requirements are subject to the kitchen furniture specification Dimensions in millimetres Positioning Your Appliance IMPORTANT We recommend that two people install this appliance Choosing the Right Location The appliance should be installed in a location where t
12. door to the freezer open You can place a bowl of warm water inside the freezer section to speed up the defrost process Use a sponge to mop up the defrost water that will run into the bottom of the freezer IMPORTANT You should place some old towels on the flooring that is immediately in front of the appliance In case any defrost water comes out of the freezer section and onto the floor Once all the ice has melted thoroughly dry the inside of the freezer IMPORTANT If the inside of the freezer is not dry then there will be an immediate build up of ice when the appliance is switched back on With dry hands reconnect the appliance to the mains supply Set the thermostat to its maximum setting for 24 hours before returning it to the normal setting DO NOT attempt to freeze fresh food inside the freezer until after the 24 hours DO NOT use sharp metal objects to remove the ice on the freezer as this could cause damage to the refrigerant system A A DO NOT use mechanical devices such as hairdryers to accelerate the defrosting process Replacing the Light There is an interior LED light in the top of the refrigerator which is power efficient and long lasting If the LED light stops working please contact Consumer Services see Warranty After Sales Service section for a replacement When Not in Use If you are not using the appliance for an extended length of time it is recommended that you switch off the
13. e this will slide into the slot in the mounting bracket Repeat the above steps for both the refrigerator and the freezer doors Fix the lower bracket to the bottom of the furniture door Furniture door Mounting bracket Bracket Fixing screw 13 Earth to the terminal marked E coloured Green Yellow Neutral to the 2 Live to the terminal marked N l terminal marked L coloured Blue coloured Brown Electrical Supply Connection Your refrigerator is intended as a permanent installation Connect the appliance to the electrical supply 220 240V 50Hz with the plug and lead which are fitted Connections to the mains supply should be in accordance with local regulations A WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED All external wiring must comply with the IEE Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings The appliance is supplied with a 3 core cable 2 m long If a replacement cable is fitted it must be 250V high temperature PVC 85 C 1 mm Should the plug not fit the socket in your home it should be removed and replaced with a suitable plug Note If the plug fitted is not suitable it must be cut off and disposed of properly To avoid the risk of electrocution the plug must not be left where children might find it and plug it into a supply socket Three pin plugs to BS 1363 with a capacity of not less than 13A must be used and fitted with a 13 amp fuse A
14. electrical supply empty any food out clean the inside of the appliance and leave the door ajar This will save energy and also prevent a build up of stale odours inside 16 6 Troubleshooting IMPORTANT If your fridge freezer does not appear to be operating properly please refer to the checklist below before contacting Consumer Services My fridge freezer does not appear to be working there is no power to my appliance Check that the plug is fully inserted into the power socket Check that there is power to your mains supply e g that there has not been a power cut or that the fuse has not blown Check that your mains supply voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the rating plate of your appliance My fridge freezer appears to be performing poorly Check that the appliance is not overloaded and that food has not been packed too tightly into it The thermostat setting is too low you should turn the thermostat up higher Make sure that the door is closing properly and that the door has not been opened for a long period in error Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation for your appliance My fridge freezer is noisy The refrigerant gas that circulates the pipework of the appliance may make a slight noise even if the compressor is not running If the noise worsens or the appliance gets louder than normal check that it is levelled off correctly that nothing is touching the rear of the freezer and that nothin
15. en you go on holiday The refrigerator will maintain a temperature of 17 using a lower energy consumption whilst in use To Turn On 1 Press the function selector button until Holiday mode lights up 2 Holiday mode is now turned on To Turn Off 1 Press the function selector button again and the Holiday light will flash for 5 seconds and then go off 2 Holiday mode is now turned off Refrigerator Off Mode This function is designed to shut down the refrigerator completely To Turn On 1 Press the function selector button until Ref Off mode lights up 2 Refrigerator Off mode is now turned on To Turn Off 1 Press the function selector button again and the Ref Off light will flash for 5 seconds and then go off 2 Refrigerator Off mode is now turned off IMPORTANT DO NOT run the appliance with the thermostat on higher settings in normal use otherwise the defrost drain hole will freeze Freezing Fresh Food To freeze the maximum quantity of fresh food specified set the thermostat to its maximum temperature a few hours before intended freezing For smaller quantities of fresh food set the thermostat to its maximum position for an hour before intending freezing Fresh food should be packed into airtight containers or packaging This will help to make sure that the food does not dry out or lose its flavour It will also make sure that flavour does not transfer from other foods DO NOT allow fresh food to
16. f the surface of this appliance Only use implements which are fit for this purpose such as plastic scrapers and use carefully to avoid damaging the lining of the appliance The cooling system contains refrigerant and oils all of which are harmful to health if leaked Should leakage occur disconnect the appliance and ventilate the room it is installed in Take care to make sure that you do not get any coolant near to or in your eyes Contact a service engineer or arrange to have the appliance removed DO NOT use the appliance under any circumstances Electrical Safety Connections to the mains supply should be in accordance with local regulations The appliance must be plugged into an earthed socket The plug MUST be accessible after the appliance has been positioned The appliance is supplied with a standard three pin plug of which the one for grounding should never be removed Hold the plug not the electrical cable when unplugging the appliance Make sure that the appliance does not trap the electric cable Do not step on the cable Avoid damage to the electric cable when moving the appliance Damaged Electrical Cable If the electrical cable is damaged or worn turn off the appliance and consult an authorised agent for replacement Refrigerant Gas Information IMPORTANT This appliance is provided with refrigerant gas ISOBUTHANE R600a When moving the appliance take care to ensure that it is not exce
17. g bracket Remove the bracket Measure the width of the furniture door At the halfway point mark a line vertically down the inner surface of the furniture door You should draw the line from the top of the furniture door to approximately halfway down 2 Place the mounting bracket on the reverse of the furniture door Fig 4 7 The middle of the mounting bracket should be positioned on the line that you have just drawn Please note the position of the mounting bracket in the drawing make sure that you have the mounting bracket the correct way up The top of the mounting bracket should be positioned approximately 15mm from the top of the furniture door This will allow a 5mm gap from the top of the furniture door Mark the position of the 10 fixing points in the bracket Using the screws supplied fix the mounting bracket to the furniture door Fully tighten the screws Hang the furniture door onto the appliance door and using the screws supplied secure in place Fig 4 8 Use a suitable spanner to adjust the gap on the lower section of the adjusting bolts The gap should be set to approximately 9mm and the underneath of the appliance door illustrated here on the Freezer door in Fig 4 9 It is possible to make minor adjustments to the position of the furniture door using the screws on the top and the bottom of the appliance door Adjust the door so that it is level Insert the cover trim to the top of the applianc
18. g pegs are clear of the side guides and pull towards you Keep the shelf tilted to allow the retaining stops to clear the side guides When repositioning make sure the shelf is pushed back fully and the retaining stops have located securely Defrost Water Outlet The interior of the refrigerator is cooled by the cooling plate that is on the rear wall Beneath this there is a channel and an outlet for the defrost water It is important that this channel never becomes clogged see The Defrost Drain Hole in the Cleaning and Maintenance section for a detailed explanation of how to keep the channel clear Crisper Drawer The crisper drawer is in the bottom of your refrigerator and there is a cover that goes over it The cover helps to prevent fruit and vegetables from drying out prematurely Humidity Control Slide the humidity control Fig 2 3 to the right to increase the humidity inside In doing this the crisper is suitable for storing cucumbers grapes oranges apples peaches lettuce and other produce with a high moisture content Slide the humidity control to the left to reduce the humidity inside This is suitable for storing meats cheeses onions and other drier foods Upper Door Shelves The door liner holds various shelves which are suitable for storing eggs cheese butter and yogurt They are also suitable for smaller packages such as tubes cans etc Bottle Shelf The lower shelf should be used fo
19. g placed inside the appliance is rattling Ice has formed on the inner back wall of my fridge Check that food has not been pushed too far back inside the appliance so that it is in contact with the inner back wall IMPORTANT It is normal to get some ice droplets forming on the back wall of the appliance The formation of ice droplets does not indicate an appliance fault There is water in the base of the fridge or leaking out of the fridge See The Defrost Drain Hole section in Cleaning and Maintenance IMPORTANT If your appliance appears not to be operating The appliance must be accessible for the engineer correctly then you should disconnect it from your mains to perform any necessary repair If your appliance is supply and then contact Consumer Services installed in such a way that an engineer is concerned A PONOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE Gian E toe icles ae SEYO YOURSELF This includes situations where appliances have been tiled in sealed in with sealant or any installation other than the one specified has been completed Please note that if an engineer is asked to attend while the product is under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an appliance fault then you may be liable for the cost of the call out charge Please refer to the conditions of guarantee that appear on the warranty card that you receive with the appliance 17 7 Warranty After Sales Service If consultati
20. he ambient temperature corresponds with the climate classification as stated on the rating plate Your appliance may not function correctly if the ambient temperature falls outside of the following ranges Climate classification Appropriate ambient temperature SN 10 to 32 C N 16 to 32 C Avoid exposing the appliance to direct sunlight and sources of heat such as radiators heaters or cookers The door should be able to open completely and freely Locate the appliance so you can easily access the food that is stored in it Make sure there is an electrical socket available which will be accessible after your appliance is installed Fig 4 1 shows the required cabinet dimensions If this appliance is situated in a cold environment such as a shed outhouse or garage it will affect its performance You may find that the performance of the appliance is not consistent and this may damage foods A consistent ambient temperature of 10 C or above is recommended Reversing the Doors The doors of your fridge freezer can be set to open from the left or the right If you want the door to hinge on the left hand side and open from the right hand side then follow the proecedure below This procedure MUST be completed before the furniture door is attached When reversing a door keep any parts that you remove from the appliance for later use A Take care when unscrewing any of the hinges hold the door to st
21. on or technical assistance is needed please provide the local authorised service agent with the purchase invoice and the product code serial number The product number serial number is located inside the refrigerator on the top left hand side The 2 years free maintenance for the operation of the appliance started from the date of purchase of this product Any cosmetic damage to the appliance must be reported within 90 days of delivery For in warranty service please call 0845 6035312 For general enquiries please call 0870 7895107 18 8 Technical Data INSTALLER Please leave these instructions with the user DATA BADGE LOCATION Front left hand side of the fridge compartment COUNTRY OF DESTINATION GB IE Dimensions Refrigerator dimensions Te ioe Ratings Electrical voltage frequency 220 240V 50Hz Energy efficiency class on a scale of A more efficient to G less efficient A Climate class SN 10 32 C N 16 32 C ST 18 38 C T 18 43 C SN T Freezer compartment star rating RRS Temperature range from gt to lt 24 C 2 8 C Gross capacity 254 litres Fridge net capacity 148 litres Freezer net capacity 84 litres Freezer capacity 24 hours 10 kg 24 hours Energy consumption year 313 kWh year Energy consumption EN153 0 85 kWh 24 hours Max noise level 39 dB A Maximum s
22. op it from falling and causing damage Tools required Phillips screwdriver Flat bladed screwdriver 10 Procedure 1 Loosen the cabinet hinge screws and carefully slide the door off Fig 4 2 To stop the door from being damaged place it on a cushioned surface 2 Lever off the cover caps on the left hand side of the appliance cabinet Fig 4 3 3 Undo the door hinge screws and remove the hinges 4 Reverse the position of the top and bottom hinges and fit them to the left hand side of the door Fig 4 4 Secure in place using the door hinge screws 5 Slide the door onto the cabinet hinge screws Tighten the screws to secure 6 Insert the cover caps into the holes on the right hand side of the cabinet IMPORTANT After you have completed reversing the door check that the door opens and shuts correctly without fouling You should also check the appliance door seals The seal should not be creased or crushed otherwise there will be a gap between it and the inside of the door The seal must bond properly all the way around the door If the seal is not bonding to the appliance properly then you should either A Use a warm damp cloth and adjust the seal until it bonds to the appliance properly all the way around the door or B Use a hairdryer on its lowest heat setting and lightly heat the areas of the door seal that are not bonding correctly The heat will make the seal more pliable and this will allow you to
23. or the Environment Disposing of Your Packaging Your new refrigerator was protected by suitable packaging while on its way to you All of the materials used are environmentally friendly for disposal and can be recycled Please make a contribution to protecting the environment by disposing of the packaging appropriately Disposing of Your Old Refrigerator This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product may not be treated as household waste Instead it should be handed over to your local community waste collection BE cycling centre Old appliances still have some residual value An environmentally friendly method of disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can be recovered and used again When an appliance has reached the end of its working life unplug it from the mains Cut off the mains cable and dispose of it together with the plug Make the door unfit for use by removing the seals or remove the door so that children cannot accidentally lock themselves in Cycloisopenthane a flammable substance not harmful to the ozone is used as an expander for the insulating foam When transporting the appliance take care not to damage the cooling circuit 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 For more detailed information about recycling of this product please cont
24. r storing reasonably sized bottles IMPORTANT DO NOT overload the shelves that sit in the door as this will drastically reduce their working life The Light The interior light comes on when the door is opened The performance of the light is not affected by any of the appliances other settings About the Freezer Compartment The freezer compartment consists of four drawers and four shelves Fig 2 4 to increase your storage options As with the refrigerator certain areas of the freezer are better for storage of certain foods Ice creams and water ices are best stored towards the rear of the appliance where it is coldest Large heavier portions of food such as meats joints for roasting are best stored in the drawers at the bottom of the appliance while less weighty items should be stored on the shelves this is to prevent damage to the appliance You should always make sure that food stored is suitable for freezing and that you have stored it securely inside the appliance Shelves To remove the shelves lift the shelf in an upward direction at the rear and pull it towards you You must have the appliance door open by at least 90 Storage Drawers Removing the Drawers To remove the drawers tilt the front upwards and pull towards you Defrosting Food for Cooking Should food become partially thawed or defrosted it should be consumed as soon as possible as the quality will be affected by defrosting Al
25. s located and avoid flames WARNING Do not use mechanical devices such as hairdryers to defrost this appliance When replacing old appliances make sure that you have disabled any locking mechanisms before disposal it may even be best to remove the appliance door completely to prevent children from becoming trapped inside the appliance The appliance must be connected to the power supply safely Loose connections broken plugs and bare wires are a safety hazard Make sure that all electrical connections are sound Before undertaking any routine maintenance or minor repairs disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply This includes cleaning and changing light bulbs DO NOT touch cold surfaces of the appliance while it is in use as this will cause hands to stick to them leading to freezer burns When moving the appliance take care not to damage the leads pipes or condenser unit Should these parts become damaged contact a qualified service engineer Effervescent liquids fizzy drinks should never be frozen These liquids expand during freezing and this may lead to the bottles containers shattering or exploding Foods that are intended to be defrosted or cooked first such as breads or meats must not be eaten in their frozen state If food looks or smells strange do not attempt to eat it If in doubt throw it away Spoiled food can be harmful to your health Never use sharp metal implements to scrape ice of
26. ssively struck or shaken Failure to do so could damage the appliance Damage to the refrigerating circuit with possible leaking of refrigerating gas could create a risk of explosion caused by external sparks or flames In the Event of Accidental Leakage Allow the material to evaporate ensuring that adequate ventilation is provided Behaviour of the Gas This refrigerant gas is highly flammable so do not allow the gas to come into contact with hot surfaces or naked flames Gas R600a is heavier than air if released it forms a high concentration at floor level where ventilation is poor First Aid Inhalation Take the exposed person from the polluted area and carry them to a warm well ventilated place Long exposure can cause the onset of asphyxia and possible loss of consciousness If necessary practice artificial respiration and in the most serious cases administer oxygen under close medical supervision Skin Contact It is unlikely that occasional contact with the skin is dangerous If this should happen thoroughly wash the affected zone Liquid splashes and atomised liquid can cause freezing burns Wash the affected part with plenty of water and call a doctor to treat any burns Eye Contact Wash with plenty of water with eyelids well open and call a specialist doctor as soon as possible In any event should you inhale or come into contact with R600a gas we advise you to consult your own doctor Caring f
27. stematically raw meats with raw meats dairy with dairy to avoid flavour transfer and cross contamination Raw meats should be stored towards the bottom of the appliance to prevent the possibility of it dripping onto uncooked food Other foods should be stored above raw meat When storing food in the fresh food section always make sure there is adequate space for airflow circulation This helps to maintain the shelf life of the food When storing food in the refrigerator make sure that foods are not too close to the rear wall to avoid the risk of freezing It is suggested for radishes and other root vegetables to trim the leaves This keeps the nutrition in the root and not absorbed by the leaves Put frozen foods into the fresh food area to let them defrost The low temperature of the refrigerator reduces the formation of bacteria and extends food life Some foods like onions garlic bananas and root vegetables are better stored at room temperature than in the fridge Melon pineapples and bananas can go directly into the freezer after preparing for storage over a longer period Packaging fresh foods properly using the correct temperature and taking into account food hygiene will enhance the quality of fresh foods stored within this appliance Use plastic bags aluminium foil or other food wraps to cover fresh foods not in packaging to prevent flavour transfer and prevent contamination Before storing items in multi packs
28. to stand for at least eight hours This will allow the cooling system to settle following transportation Always make sure a qualified person installs this appliance The freezer compartment is rated at 4 stars This appliance is designed for domestic use only Using it for any other purpose could invalidate any warranty or liability claim Before you plug the appliance into the mains clean the inside of the appliance using warm water and bicarbonate of soda then dry thoroughly Check that no parts of the appliance are damaged especially parts of the cooling system pipes or leads If damage has occurred DO NOT install the appliance You should contact a qualified service engineer or return the appliance to its place of purchase If the accessories inside the appliance have been disturbed during transit reposition them in accordance with the instructions Make sure that the electrical supply to your plug socket is correct for this appliance the required information is on the data badge of the appliance Once the appliance is installed cleaned and dry it is ready to be plugged in and switched on Safety A A The data badge is located inside the appliance refrigeration compartment WARNING Keep this appliance clear of any obstruction DO NOT damage the refrigerant circuit If it does become damaged do not use the appliance In case of damage contact Consumer Services ventilate the room where the appliance i
29. torage time by power failure 12 hours 19 20 21 C AGA RANGEMAaster Clarence Street Royal Leamington Spa Warwickshire CV31 2AD England Tel 44 0 1926 457400 Fax 44 0 1926 450526 E mail consumers rangemaster co uk www rangemaster co uk
30. ways make sure that food is thoroughly defrosted before cooking and no ice crystals remain This is especially important for poultry as this can be extremely harmful to health Always follow the defrosting instructions on packaging when defrosting ready meals manufacturers guidelines are always best as some frozen foods should be cooked from frozen RANGEInaster A Power on off switch B Fridge temperature button FRZ p0 Fine OP eB Q C Freezer temperature button D Function selector button S Frz S Cool Holiday Ref Off D F H E Super freeze function G Holiday function F Super cool function H Refrigerator off function Fridge freezer Control Panel The fridge freezer control panel Fig 2 5 is located at the top of the fridge compartment Fridge freezer Settings Adjusting the Fresh Food Temperature The thermostat control button is located on the left hand side of the control panel Fig 2 5 Use the fridge temperature button to set a higher or lower temperature The refrigerator can maintain a temperature of between 2 8 C Fig 2 6 Adjusting the Frozen Food Temperature Use the freezer temperature button to set a higher or lower temperature The freezer can maintain a temperature of between 16 and 24 C Fig 2 7 IMPORTANT The ambient temperature of the room the temperature of the food and the amount of food that has been placed in the
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