User manual BARTSCHER 370160-250

[. . . ] To determine whether it is possible to eliminate the problem. Do not try to repair the problem by trying to access the internal components of the appliance. If damaged, the power supply cord on this appliance must necessarily be replaced by our service centre because special tools are required for replacement. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment for food storage, if these are not those recommended by the manufacturer. [. . . ] H I Removable, Height-adjustable Shelves Compartment for storing frozen foods, freezing fresh foods and making ice B Removable door shelves with lid, with egg tray and lidded butter dish A I B C H G F D E GB 2 Setting up Your Appliance ATTENTION After transport stand the appliance upright and wait at least 3 hours before plugging the appliance into the mains to ensure proper performance. Use these average temperature settings to ensure optimum performance and to save energy. Before storing food in your refrigerator wipe the interior with a solution of warm water and bicarbonate of soda. After having plugged the appliance into the socket, make sure that the refrigerator light has turned on. Then turn the thermostat knob “A” to setting “3”. After a couple of hours, you can place fresh food into the refrigerator. Fill the ice trays and place them in the compartment “I”. Storage - getting the most out of your appliance. Storing Food in the Refrigerator Compartment Food Wrapped meat and cleaned fish (use plastic wrap or pack in plastic bags) Fresh cheese Eggs Butter, margarine Cooked or precooked food (placer in air-tight containers and when cool store or 4 days 3 in refrigerator) Sausages, salami, sandwich meats in general, fresh pasta, custards, puddings, chocolates, cream pastries, 4 days 3 or bread, dry pastries, red tomatoes Bottled products, milk, drinks, yoghurt Fruits and legumes Storage Time 2 or 3 days 3 or 4 days 1 month Location in the Refrigerator On the shelf above the vegetable crisp (which is the coldest area). On the shelf above the vegetable crisp (which is the coldest area). What Not to Store in the Refrigerator Garlic (transmits odour), onions and leeks. - Keep the Door Closed Open the refrigerator only when necessary; remember that every time you open the door most of the cold air will be lost. To bring the temperature back to the proper level, the motor must run for a considerable amount of time, consuming a substantial amount of energy. - Correct Temperature Settings Set the refrigerator temperature knob to one of the middle settings. Very cold temperature settings will not only consume a great deal of energy but will neither improve nor lengthen the storage life of the food. Excessively cold temperatures may ruin vegetables, cold cuts and cheese. - Check the Seal on the Door Keep the seal clean and soft so that it fits tightly against the door to ensure that no cold air is lost. - Do Not Overfill Your Appliance Remember that proper storage of food requires good air circulation. Overfilling your appliance will hamper proper air circulation and overwork the compressor. - Never Put Food in the Refrigeror while Still Hot A container of hot food in the refrigerator will increase the temperature significantly; allow food to cool to room temperature before storing. GB 4 Caring for Your Appliance Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning off the general switch in your home). cleaning and Maintenance - Your appliance is manufactured with hygienic , odourless materials. [. . . ] The defrost water can be collected as shown in figure 2. Dry the wet parts and turn on the appliance by setting the thermostat knob on the setting used previously. To speed up the defrosting of the storage compartment, place a bowl of hot water inside the compartment. IMPORTANT: When defrosting, remove the frozen food, wrap in newspaper and keep in a cool place. [. . . ]