User manual CANDY CRU 160(1)

[. . . ] Insufficient ventilation will impair operation and damage the appliance. Never cover or obstruct the ventilation slats on the appliance. Never transport the appliance in a horizontal position, because the oil in the compressor may flow into the refrigerant circuit. All refrigerators and freezers have surfaces those are subject to frosting. [. . . ] The refrigerant and insulation in this appliance do not contain any harmful gases to the ozone or which contribute to the greenhouse effect. However, disposal must be carried out in compliance with the relative standards regarding protection of the environment. 3 Units are supplied with isobutene (R600a). In any case the label inside the unit shows the type of refrigerant used. All units must be transported and installed with the utmost care since any exclusive knocking or shaking could damage the refrigerating circuit. Failure to comply with the above mentioned requirement might result in the unit not being able to function with either R134a or R600a. Further more, in the presence of R600a, any damage to the refrigerating circuit could lead to the risk of explosion caused by outside sparks or flames. In the event of damage, contact the nearest service center, ventilate the room where the machine is located and avoid exposure to flames or any repair work on the unit. Caution do not use electrical equipment inside the food storage compartment. A transparent polythene film protects the side panels and door on the appliance. This film must be removed prior to installation. An intermediate thermostat setting is generally recommended. At higher thermostat settings with higher ambient temperature and a large amount of stored food, operation may be continuous with the formation of frost or ice on the cooler walls. In this cases, position the thermostat knob at a lower setting on some models 11 Storing food and drink For optimal use of the refrigerator compartment observe the following instructions: Never put hot liquid or food in the refrigerator while evaporating; Cover or wrap food prior to storage (food containing spices in particular); Arrange food so that air can circulate freely inside the compartment. Meat (all types): wrap in protective material and store up to 1-2days maximum. Cooked food and cold meals etc must be covered well and stored in any position in the refrigerator. Fruit and vegetables should be cleaned and stored in the relative drawer. Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic should be stored in the refrigerator unless rewrapped. Food shelves The walls of the cold storage area are equipped with guides to enable insertion of the grids or shelves in various positions as required. Positioning inner door trays Inner door trays can be inserted in various positions. To change the position proceed as follows: Pull the tray up out of its seat and refit in the new position. The upper tray can be removed to ensure thorough cleaning when required. Storing frozen food/freezing fresh food Appliances with compartments with the symbol can be used to store frozen food for a symbol are suitable for storing maximum time of one month. Appliances with the frozen food but not for freezing fresh food, while appliance with symbol are suitable for both uses. To store frozen food, ensure that the retailer has previously stored it correctly. [. . . ] The food may also be refrozen after being cooked ( appliance). Brief interruptions (up to 6-8 hours) do not affect frozen food. Defrosting the appliance The rear wall of the fridge covers with frost when the compressor is running, and defrosts when the compressor is off. The water from the thawing frost evaporates by itself. 12 Defrosting the freezer compartment During use and when the freezer compartment door is opened, moisture is deposited in the freezer compartment as frost. [. . . ]