User manual CREDA HB49705

[. . . ] Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that the internal light illuminates ( the FREEZER OPERATION knob must not be on the position OFF) . After a few hours you will be able to put food in the refrigerator. The compressor and condenser give off heat and require good ventilation to operate correctly and save energy. [. . . ] Before connecting the appliance, clean the compartments and accessories well with lukewarm water and bicarbonate. The appliance comes with a motor protection control system which makes the compressor start approximately 8 minutes after being switched on. The compressor also starts each time the power supply is cut off whether voluntarily or involuntarily (blackout). € Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment, never hot foods (see Precautions and tips). € Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than raw foods. € Do not store liquids in open containers: they will increase the level of humidity in the refrigerator and cause condensation to form. Due to the special guides the shelves are removable and the height is adjustable (see diagram), allowing easy storage of large containers and food. Height can be adjusted without complete removal of the shelf. 16 Using the freezer to its full potential GB TEMPERATURE Indicator light*: to identify the coldest area in the refrigerator. Check that OK appears clearly on the indicator light (see diagram). The temperature inside the freezer compartment automatically adjusts itself according to the position of the FREEZER OPERATION Knob. By number and/or position, available only on certain 17 GB Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply: 1. set the FREEZER OPERATION knob on OFF; 2. Pull the plug out of the socket Precautions and tips !The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance with international safety standards. The following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully. Cleaning the appliance • The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap. € The back of the appliance may collect dust which can be removed by delicately using the hose of a vacuum cleaner set on medium power. The appliance must be switched off and the plug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance. This appliance complies with the following Community Directives: - 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments; -89/336/EEC of 03. Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours • The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials which are odour free. In order to maintain an odour free refrigerator and to prevent the formation of stains, food must always be covered or sealed properly. [. . . ] By number and/or position, available only on certain • Observe local environmental standards when disposing packaging material for recycling purposes. € The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment. The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. [. . . ]