Baumatic Bf207slm Instruction Manual
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11 o IMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room, the temperature of food and the amount of food that has been placed in the fridge freezer and how often the door is opened, will all affect the temperature being maintained by the appliance. o On the maximum setting (position ), your fridge freezer will work harder to maintain a lower temperature and will increase the energy usage. There is no need to run your appliance on setting 7 for prolonged periods. Unless you are freezing fresh food, you should have the thermostat knob set to between and . o IMPORTANT: Do not run the thermostat above position 5, otherwise the defrost drainage hole will freeze. Arranging and storing food in the fridge section o Warm food or evaporating liquids should not be stored in your refrigerator, as this will increase the humidity inside of the appliance. o All foods should be wrapped or covered, this is particularly important if the food has a strong flavour. You should use polythene bags or sheets, aluminium foil, wax paper. Liquids should be stored in covered containers or bottles. o To maximise the space inside of the fridge section, any excessive packaging on the food should be removed. o Quickly perishable food should be stored at the back of the refrigerator, which is the coldest part of the appliance. o No food items should be allowed to come into contact with the back wall of the refrigerator. o Make sure that you arrange food in such a way that the door can close completely. Particular attention should be given to bottles that may protrude when placed on shelves inside the main section of the refrigerator. o Some organic solutions, such as the oils in lemon/orange peel and acid in butter, can cause damage to the plastic parts contained inside of the refrigerator. o Do not open the refrigerator door too often or leave the door open for long periods of time, as this will increase the temperature inside of the appliance and will increase the energy usage.
12 o Meat should be wrapped in polythene bags and then placed on the glass shelf above the salad drawers. (Meat should only be stored in this manner for one or two days at the most). o Cold dishes/cooked food should be covered and can be placed on any shelf. o Fruit and vegetables should be cleaned thoroughly and placed in the salad drawer. o Cheese and butter should be placed in airtight containers, or they can be wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags. As much air as possible should be removed from the bags. o Milk bottles should have a cap on them and be stored on the bottle shelf that sits in the door. o Garlic, potatoes, onions and bananas should only be stored in a refrigerator IF they are kept in airtight containers. The freezer compartment The freezer compartment is suitable for storing and freezing food. o The freezer compartment temperature must have already reached -18 degrees centigrade (or lower) before you attempt to store food that is already frozen or freezing fresh food. o The freezer compartment is only able to freeze a certain quantity of food at one time. You should not attempt to freeze more than 3 kilograms of fresh food within a 24 hour period. o Preferably the top drawer should be used when freezing fresh food. Once the food is frozen, you can then transfer the food to the lower drawers. o Warm food should be allowed to cool down before you attempt to freeze it. If you place warm food in the freezer compartment, then the increased humidity will cause quicker ice formation and increase the amount of power that the appliance uses. o The guidance of the food manufacturer should be followed, in regard to the maximum storage time. o Thawed foods must not be frozen for a second time.
13 Freezing fresh food o To freeze the maximum quantity of fresh food specified above, you should turn the thermostat to position , 24 hours prior to attempting freezing. o For smaller quantities of fresh food, you should turn the thermostat to position , approximately 6 hours prior to attempting freezing. o Fresh food should be packed into airtight containers or packaging. This will help to make sure that the food doesn’t dry out or lose its flavour. It will also ensure that flavour does not transfer from other foods. o The food should be placed on the freezer compartment’s base. Do not allow fresh food to touch items that are already frozen. o After 24 hours you should check that the fresh food is satisfactorily frozen. If it is then the thermostat should be turned down to its normal setting (between and ). Tips on freezing o Freezer bags, polythene wraps, aluminium foil (extra thick) and special cans for frozen foods are suitable packaging for storing frozen goods in. o Tape, rubber bands or plastic clips are suitable for sealing bags and wrappings. o Before sealing a suitable bag, you should compress the air out of it, as this will help the food to freeze more easily. o Flat packages freeze more easily. o If you are freezing liquid, then do not fill the container to the brim. Liquids will expand when being frozen. o Do not place bottles (glass or tin) containing liquids (especially sparkling liquids) into the freezer as they could
14 cause the bottle to burst during freezing. Making ice cubes o Fill the ice cube tray with water and place it in the freezer compartment. o After the water is completely frozen and turned to ice, you can twist the ice cube tray (as shown in the drawing below) to dispense the ice. Saving energy when using your fridge-freezer Installing: o Install the appliance in a cool position. If it is placed in direct sunlight or next to an oven or other heat source, the energy consumption can increase substantially. o Ensure the appliance is installed with the correct ventilation requirements. Restricting ventilation can increase the energy consumption by 15%. Cleaning and Maintenance: o Occasionally clean the condenser coils (if present) at the back of the appliance to maintain a high performance level. o Defrost the freezer compartment regularly. A build up of thick ice decreases the efficiency of the appliance. You should defrost whenever the frost reaches 5 mm thickness. o 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. Usage: o Do not open the door repeatedly or more frequently than you have to.
15 o Do not set the thermostat too low. A change of just one degree can effect the energy consumption by 5%. Use a thermometer to check the temperature. o The freezer compartment should operate at -15 to -18 degrees Celsius. The refrigerator should operate at around 3 to 4 degrees Celsius. o Allow food to sufficiently cool before putting it in the appliance (but don’t let it sit at room temperature for too long). o In the freezer compartment, food packages should be scattered and never grouped or stacked together until they are completely frozen. o If you are going away for a long period of time, turn off the appliance, empty and clean it and leave the door ajar. o If you have a second appliance that is not used, make sure that it is stored with the power off and the door left ajar until it is actually required. Disposing: o If youre going to throw out your old fridge, see if theres a chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) recycler in your area. The government department which looks after the environment in your area may be able to help you. Cleaning and maintenance WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN IT. o Do not clean the appliance by pouring water onto it or spraying water over it. o The refrigerator and freezer compartment should be cleaned periodically, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.
16 o Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do not clean them in a dishwasher. o Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. o After washing the appliance, wipe over the area that you have cleaned with a damp cloth and then dry it thoroughly. o When cleaning is complete, dry your hands and then reconnect the plug to your mains supply. Defrosting the refrigerator compartment o Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator section during operation. The defrost water is collected by the evaporating tray and evaporates automatically. o The evaporating tray and defrost water drain hole should be cleaned periodically with the defrost drain plug. This will prevent water from collecting in the bottom of the refrigerator, instead of flowing down the defrost drainage channel and drain hole. o You can also pour a small amount of water down the drain hole to clean inside of it. o 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.
17 Defrosting the freezer compartment The frost in the freezer compartment should be removed periodically. You can use a plastic scraper to keep down the amount of frost that builds. IMPORTANT: The freezer compartment should be defrosted at least twice a year. The number of times that you need to defrost it, will depend on the setting of your thermostat and how much food you freeze and store in the compartment. o The day before you defrost, turn the thermostat dial to position , this will make sure that the food contained in the compartment is frozen properly. o Whilst defrosting the appliance, the food should be removed from the compartment and wrapped in several layers of paper and stored in a cool place. The foods rise in temperature will shorten its storage life and therefore the food should be used within a relatively short period of time. o DO NOT PLACE FOOD BACK IN THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT THAT HAS STARTED TO THAW. o Set the thermostat knob to position and disconnect the appliance from your mains supply. o Remove the drawers from the freezer section and leave the door to the freezer compartment open. You can place a bowl of warm water inside the freezer compartment to speed up the defrost process. o You can use a sponge to mop up the defrost water that will run into the bottom of the freezer section. o 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. o Once all the ice that has built up has melted, then the inside of the freezer compartment should be dried thoroughly. Failure to do this will result in immediate ice build when the appliance is turned back on. o With dry hands, reconnect your appliance to your mains supply. Set the thermostat knob to position for a 24 hour period, before returning it to the normal setting of between and .
18 o You should not attempt to freeze fresh food inside the freezer compartment until this 24 hour time period has elapsed. o Do not defrost the appliance with other electrical devices (e.g. hair dryer). Do not use sharp metal objects to remove the ice on the freezer, as this could cause damage to the refrigerant system. Replacing the light bulb WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULB. o There is an interior light next to the thermostat dial. o Press the hooks on the sides of the light cover and slide the cover off. o Change the present light bulb with a new one. The replacement bulb should not have a greater rating than 10 W. o Replace the light cover and after waiting five minutes, reconnect your plug to your mains supply.
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Installation
IMPORTANT: Before installation and usage read
all the instructions and make sure that the
voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on
the rating plate are exactly the same as the
voltage and frequency in your home. The rating
plate can be found on the front left edge of the
inside of the refrigerator.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of the installer
failing to observe all the accident prevention regulations in force,
which are necessary for normal use and the regular operation of the
electric system.
Electrical connection
YOUR FRIDGE FREEZER IS INTENDED FOR FITTED
AND PERMANENT INSTALLATION.
We recommend that the appliance is connected by a
qualified electrician, who is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C.
and who will comply with the I.E.E. and local regulations.
o Your refrigerator comes supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. If in
future you need to change the fuse in this plug, then a 13 amp
ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.
o The wiring in the mains lead is coloured as follows:
Brown Live
Blue Neutral
Green and yellow Earth
o As the colours of the wires in the appliance’s mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your spur box, please proceed as follows:
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked “L”
(live), or coloured red.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked “N”
(neutral), or coloured black.
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
marked “E” (earth), or by the earth symbol, or coloured green
and yellow.
o When the connection is completed, no stray strands or cut wire
should be present. The cord clamp must be secured over the
outer sheath.
20 Positioning o It is advisable that your appliance is only installed in a location where the ambient temperature of the room, corresponds with the climate classification that is stated on the rating plate of your appliance. 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 degrees centigrade N +16 to +32 degrees centigrade ST +18 to +38 degrees centigrade T +18 to +43 degrees centigrade o Positioning the appliance requires two people in order to avoid injuries or damage to the appliance. o Your appliance should not be located in direct sunlight or exposed to continuous heat or extremes of temperature (e.g. next to a radiator or boiler). If this is not feasible, then you should install an insulation plate between the appliance and the adjacent heat source. o You should check whether there is an electrical socket available, which will be accessible after your appliance is installed. o Place the appliance flatly and firmly on a solid base. The appliance is fitted with adjustable feet on the front side, which can be used to level the appliance. o Anything positioned above the appliance must be at least 15 cm away to allow sufficient cooling of the condenser. You must allow a 5 cm gap to the rear and either side of the appliance. o If you are placing another cooling appliance next door to this product, then there must be a gap of at least 2cm between the appliances. This will help to prevent condensation from forming. o Be sure to leave enough space for the opening of the door, to avoid damage to the appliance or personal injury.