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TROUBLESHOOTING
SAFETY & CLEANING & SERVICE &
INSTALLATION CONTROLS USEFUL ADVICE MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE
FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS RFA08, RFM08, RFA73, RFM73, RFA63, RFM63
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
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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 open the
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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 on
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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 doors 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. WARNING: Failure to level the appliance correctly may result in misalignmen
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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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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 suitable. If you n
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CONTROLS Controls RFA73 illustrated Indicator Lights Green Mains Light The green mains light will stay on as long as the electricity supply is not interrupted. Amber Fast Freeze Light 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. Amber Holiday Light (Models RFA08,RFM08,RFA73 & RFM73 only) The amber holiday light indicates that the holiday mode is set. Red High Temperatu
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Controls RFA73 illustrated Fast Freeze Button - Freezing Fresh Food The top compartment (the top two on Model RFA73,RFM73), with or without the drawers, should be used to freeze fresh food. Transfer already frozen food to one of the lower compartments/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
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice A A B B Note: The Rating Plate, which lists the appliance Model Number and Serial C Number can be found near the bottom of the freezer compartment on the D interior wall. B Fast Freeze Note: The photographs indicate the Fast Freeze and storage areas (see tables). The fridge cabinet and door furniture will vary according to each model specifications. Models: RFA08,RFM08 A A A A B B B B C C D B D B Fast Freeze Fast Freeze Fast Freeze Models: RFA63,RFM63 Models: RFA73,R
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Useful Advice Making the best use of your Fridge Freezer Note : Always use the handle provided to open the fridge / freezer door. 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. Selec
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USEFUL ADVICE 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
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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 (not applicable to all models): The wine rack is suitable for cans, wine bottles and 2 litre
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice STORAGE GUIDE RFA73, RFM73 RFA08,RFM08,RFA63,RFM63 Frozen Food Storage Capacity 35kg 30kg Maximum Freezing Capacity in 24 hours 18kg 15kg Maximum Conservation Time from Failure 14 hours 18 hours 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 t
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Useful Advice Advice on Using Freezer Drawers The freezer compartments can be used with or without the drawers. However, the bottom drawer needs to remain in position at all times (to maintain the correct storage temperature). It is generally more convenient to use the drawers but if a lot of food is to be stored the drawers can be taken out and food placed directly onto the grids. Ensure that packets/containers of food are thoroughly dry before placing onto the grids. The storage drawers can be
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Defrosting 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 Regular us
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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 insulated containers to
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 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 RFA08,RFM08,RFA73,RFM73 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 Lig
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Door Reversal Door Reversal You will need a selection of small hand tools, screwdrivers, spanners etc. 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 to reverse the doors, you must
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Door Reversal Door Reversal continued... 11. Unscrew the foot and hinge bracket fitted to the bottom right hand side of the appliance. Unscrew the foot and footplate fitted to the left hand side of the appliance. 12. Refit the hinge bracket and footplate to the opposite sides of the appliance. Screw in the feet until there is approximately 35mm projecting from the bottom front edge of the appliance. Note : You may require assistance to do this: 13. Lift the appliance f
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Troubleshooting IS THE FRIDGE FREEZER WORKING AS The red warning light will not go out? YOU WANT? 1. Has the fridge freezer just been installed? If so, this is normal and the Have you read through the instruction light will go out when the correct book ? temperature has been reached. If you still have a problem, before calling 2. Has the fridge freezer been loaded our service organisation see if any of the with a large quantity of food? If so, tips below help. the light will go out when t
