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Temperature control
The unit is activated by connecting it to the mains. It is only
switched off completely when the plug is removed from the wall
socket.
The temperature in the refrigerator cabinet can be adjusted by
setting the temperature control.
Turning the control clockwise will decrease the temperature,
while turning it anti-clockwise will increase it.
We recommend turning the temperature control initially to a
medium setting. After a certain time, the actual temperature
should then be checked with a thermometer, and adjustments
made if necessary.
Following a power interruption, or if the unit has been switched
off on purpose, it may take 3 to 5 minutes before it switches
on again.
Note: In position '0', the cooling function is switched off,
though the appliance is still connected to the mains.
Storing food
∙ The temperatures inside the refrigerator cabinet and cold
storage compartment depend mainly on the ambient
temperature, the temperature control setting and the amount
of food stored.
Cold storage compartment:
∙ The cold storage compartment is specifi cally designed for
short-term storage of fresh meat, fi sh and poultry.
Main cabinet
∙ Different areas of the refrigerator cabinet are affected
differently by the cooling effect. The warmest area is around
the door in the higher part of the cabinet, the coldest around
the rear wall and in the lower part of the cabinet.
∙ The food should therefore be stored as follows:
∙ On main cabinet shelves (from top to bottom): bakery items,
ready meals, dairy products, meat, fi sh and cold meats/
sausages.
∙ In the door (from top to bottom): butter, cheese, eggs, tubes
(eg mustard), small bottles, large bottles, milk and fruit-juice
tetra-packs.
If you notice frost on the rear wall, the most likely cause
is that the door has been left open for too long, or that
warm food has been placed inside the refrigerator or
that the temperature control has been set too high.
∙ Liquid or strong-smelling food, or food which is likely to
absorb strong odours (e.g. cheese, fi sh, butter), should be
stored separately or in hermetically sealed containers.
∙ Warm food should be left to cool down to room
temperature before being placed in the refrigerator.
∙ Always ensure that the door is properly closed and that the
seal is not obstructed by food stored inside the cabinet or
door.
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De-frosting and cleaning
∙ Always remove the plug from the wall socket before
cleaning.
∙ When the build-up of ice has reached a thickness of 2 mm,
the unit must be de-frosted.
∙ Turn the temperature control down to '0' and leave the door
open. The unit is now defrosting, and the resulting melt-
water is collected at the bottom and in the drip tray.
∙ Warning: do not use any external device or other means
(e.g. heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-frosting.
∙ Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
∙ For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm water
with some mild detergent. To prevent any unpleasant odour
within the refrigerator, it should be cleaned about once a
month.
∙ Any accessories should be cleaned separately with soapy
water. Do not put them in a dishwasher.
∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions or any
cleaning agents that contain alcohol.
∙ After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces with fresh water
before wiping them completely dry. When re-inserting the
plug into the wall socket ensure that you have dry hands.
∙ Take care not to remove or damage the rating plate inside
the cabinet during cleaning.
∙ To save energy, the compressor (at the rear) should be
cleaned carefully at least twice a year with a brush or a
vacuum cleaner.
Energy saving tips
∙ The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry
room.
∙ Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and do not
position it next to any heat sources (radiators, cookers etc).
If this cannot be avoided, however, suitable insulation must be
installed between the heat source and the unit.
∙ Do not cover the ventilation openings and grilles, and ensure
suffi cient air circulation behind the unit.
∙ The compressor (at the rear) should be cleaned at regular
intervals. Accumulated dust causes an increase in energy
consumption.
∙ Warm food should be allowed to cool down before it is
stored inside.
∙ Do not leave the fridge door open for too long when loading
or taking out food.
∙ Do not set a lower-than-necessary temperature. For detailed
information on the temperature settings, please refer to the
section Temperature control.