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TROUBLESHOOTING
SAFETY & CLEANING & SERVICE &
INSTALLATION CONTROLS USEFUL ADVICE MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE
FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS FFA80, FFA70, FFS70 & FFA60
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE
To ensure that your fridge freezer runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps.
GETTING STARTED:
STEP 2
STEP 1
Move the fridge freezer
Choose a location for your into position, using the
fridge freezer, away from sides of the cabinet.
any heat sources and Take care to avoid
allow adequate damaging the
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For Your Safety For your safety, read the following advice: The fridge freezer cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :- Install the fridge freezer following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction. Take care when installing or moving the fridge freezer to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear. If you suspect a leak, do not switch on the fridge freezer, but op
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SAFETY & INSTALLATION Installation Location & Air Circulation 100mm Locate your fridge freezer away from sources of heat e.g. (4 inches) cookers, radiators, direct sunlight as extreme temperature will affect its performance. Allow a minimum 100mm (4 inches) between the top of the fridge freezer and the ceiling or the underside of a wall cupboard. Providing you follow the recommended ventilation requirements you will :- Prolong the life of the fridge freezer. Minimise the risk of condensation
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Installation Levelling: Level the fridge freezer when it is in its final location by adjusting the front feet, until firm contact is made with the floor. This will stop rocking or vibration and keep the door aligned which helps the fridge freezer run reliably and efficiently. Note: Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle. Hinge Cover Mouldings: After the front feet have been adjusted and the fridg
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SAFETY & INSTALLATION Installation Electrical Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation. Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only use those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362. Changing the Plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket. WARNING: To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socke
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FFA70 illustrated Controls Controlling the Temperature of the Fridge Compartment The left hand control wheel on the front panel adjusts the internal fridge compartment temperature. The internal temperature should be 5˚C or colder although some sections such as the salad bin will be slightly warmer. The setting of the control wheel will depend on the location of the fridge freezer, the room temperature and how often the door is opened. The normal set point (marked by a 3 on the dial) is usually s
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CONTROLS Controls FFA70 illustrated Indicator Lights There are two amber lights which indicate functions are selected: The amber fast freeze light indicates that the fast freeze button has been pressed on. By pressing this button ON, the freezer motor will run continuously for extra cooling. The amber holiday light (Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only) indicates that the holiday mode is set. There are two red lights which warn of a rise in temperature in the freezer compartment: The red hig
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Controls Fast Freeze Button - Freezing Fresh Food The bottom compartment drawer should be used to freeze fresh food. Transfer already frozen food to one of the upper drawers. - Before loading 2kg or more of fresh food select fast freeze for the required pre-freeze time (see chart below). - If freezing up to 2kg of fresh food just select fast freeze when loading. Once the fresh food is loaded leave fast freeze on for 24 hours to freeze the food as quickly as possible. Maximum freezing capacity 2
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CONTROLS Controls Holiday Function (Models FFA80, FFA70/FFS70 only) This feature allows you to set your fridge compartment to a warmer setting while you are away on holiday, to reduce running costs without affecting the freezer. To set up holiday mode: 1. Remove any food, from the fridge compartment, that will deteriorate while you are away. Make sure the fridge is clean. 2. Close the door. 3. Press the holiday button and the amber holiday indicator light will show that holiday mode is set. To
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Useful Advice A A Note: The Rating Plate, which lists the appliance Model Number and Serial Number can be B B found near the bottom of fridge compartment on the interior wall. C D B Fast Freeze A A Model: FFA80 B B C A A D B B B C D B Fast Freeze Models: FFA70 / FFS70 Fast Freeze Model: FFA60 10 USEFUL ADVICE
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice Making the best use of your Fridge Freezer To ensure that your fridge freezer operates as efficiently as possible : Follow food packaging “best before/use by” instructions or your suppliers advice on a suitable maximum storage time. Keep foods tightly covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour transference. Plastic bags, aluminium foil, plastic stretch wrap and containers with lids are ideal. Select chilled and frozen food last when shopping, transp
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Useful Advice Commodity and Bottle Racks Commodity racks can be repositioned in the door to suit your storage requirements. The lidded commodity rack is recommended for the storage of dairy items, such as butter, margarine and cheese. To remove, lift rack vertically to release from fixing supports. To replace, align grooves on either side of the rack above fixing supports and push down until secure. In order to get the best results from the bottle retainer it is advised that it be positioned cen
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice Salad Bins For the storage of fruit, vegetables and salad items. When storing vegetables, remove unusable leaves and soil. Leave lettuce, cabbage and cauliflower on the stem. It is advisable to clean the salad bin regularly, it can be removed by sliding it out from position. Note : Care must be taken to ensure that the salad bin is pushed in fully before shutting the fridge door. Wine Rack (Models FFA80, FFA70 and FFS70 only) The wine rack is suitable for cans, wine
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Useful Advice Storing Food in a Freezer Freeze and store either fresh food or long term commercially frozen foods. Generally speaking long term storage means up to 3 months but this can vary, so always follow your supplier’s recommendations otherwise refer to the pictorial guide on the door liner (as shown). Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it. Liquid-filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer, as they may burst
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice Advice on Using Freezer Drawers The freezer compartments must be used with the drawers. The storage drawers can be easily removed. Pull the drawer towards you until it reaches it’s stop position. Hold securely on both sides, lift the front of the drawer to release and remove. For cleaning advice see CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section. Ensure that the frozen food storage drawers are pushed back fully before closing the door. Food can be separated into different storage dr
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Defrosting Fridge compartment No manual defrosting required The fridge compartment will defrost automatically. During defrost periods water droplets form on the interior back wall of your Fridge and refreeze afterwards. WARNING: Ensure that stored food does not come into contact with the interior back wall of your Fridge. Also ensure the defrost gutter drain hole is kept clear see ‘Cleaning’ in the CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section. Freezer compartment Frost Free How Frost Free works The frost fr
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Cleaning Cleaning WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out mains plug before cleaning. Interior Note : We recommend you use a straw to keep the defrost gutter drain hole clear of any blockage. DO NOT use sharp metal tools which could cause damage beyond repair. WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner, bleach or wax polish to clean the interior, they will leave a smell in the fridge freezer. 1. Remove stored food, wrap or cover it and place into
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Maintenance Going Away If you are going away and don’t want to use your fridge freezer, switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions on the previous page. Note : Leave the doors ajar to prevent an accumulation of odours. Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only: Alternatively, if you want to keep your freezer running but want to empty the fridge you could set the holiday mode. See CONTROLS section. Changing the Light Bulb WARNING: Switch off
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Door Reversal Door Reversal You will need a cross head screwdriver, a flat blade screwdriver and a 5mm spanner to carry out this procedure. Our Service Department can arrange for an Engineer to do the conversion for you but a charge will be made. WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove all door furniture and all loose items/fittings from inside the fridge freezer. If you have previously set up and used the fridge freezer and since decided
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Door Reversal Door Reversal continued... Refit Lower Door 11. Screw the bottom hinge pin complete with spacing washers, into the left hinge bracket. 12. Take off the two screw covers from the left hand centre panel and remove the two screws. Fit these screws and covers over on the right hand side. 13. Fit the centre hinge on the left hand side with the original screws, cover the screws with the original covers. 14. Using a thin blunt instrument, remove the hinge bush cap from the top left of
