User manual TRICITY FDF107G

[. . . ] INSTALLATION AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL FROST FREE FRIDGE/FREEZER FDF107W Thank you for buying a TRICITY BENDIX DOMESTIC APPLIANCE To enable you to use your appliance effectively and safely, please read this instruction book carefully before using the appliance and retain for future reference. If you require guidance in the use of the appliance or require further information, please contact our Customer Care Department. TRICITY BENDIX CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT P. O. BOX 47 NEWBURY BERKSHIRE RG14 5XL Tel: 01635 525542 Fax: 01635 42970 Guide to use the instruction book The following Symbols will be found in the text to guide you through the instructions Safety Instructions Hints and Tips Step by step instructions for an operation Environmental Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. [. . . ] The compressor will make a hum or pulsating sound while operating. 11 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply. Internal Cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0. 5 litre of water). Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, highly perfumed cleaning products, wax polishes or cleaning products containing bleach or alcohol. Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris. External Cleaning Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products. There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should be taken when cleaning. Once or twice a year dust the condenser (black grille) and the compressor at the back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause excessive electricity consumption. To Change the Light Bulb 1. Switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electricity supply. Remove the light cover by removing the screw at the rear with a screwdriver. Pull the cover outwards towards the middle of the cabinet. Unscrew the bulb and replace it with a new 15 watt E14 SES bulb (available from your local Service Force Centre). Replace the cover by sliding it into its original position. 6. Automatic Defrosting Your appliance has been designed to be frost free. This means there is no need to defrost your appliance as this will be carried out automatically. When the Appliance is Not in Use When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all of the food and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells. 12 WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG BEFORE contacting your local service force centre, check the following points: Symptom No power to the appliance Solution Check there is power at the socket. Check there is not a power cut by checking the household lights. Check the fuse has not blown. The light does not come on Ensure that the bulb is correctly fitted. Check the door light switch is not jammed. The temperature in the fridge or freezer section is too high Check the thermostat is turned to the correct setting relative to ambient conditions. Check the ambient temperature is within the appliances operating limits of 10°C to 32°C. Relocate the appliance if necessary. The freezer door will not open Has door just been opened?If so leave for a few minutes to allow the air pressure to equalise. The compressor runs continuously Adjust the thermostat to give correct temperature control. Large quantities of food have recently been placed in the cabinet / and or door is frequently opened. Check that air ventilation is not obstructed. Excessive frost and ice has built up Ensure the doors are not left open. Check that nothing is preventing the doors from closing. Is the door gasket intact and clean. Noise Refer to normal operating sounds. If after the above checks there is still a fault call your local Service Force Centre. In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown. Please note that proof of purchase is required for in-guarantee service calls. 13 Service and Spare Parts If you require service or spare parts please contact your local Service Force Centre by telephoning: 0990 929929 The address of your local centre can be found on the following pages; and also in your local telephone directory. [. . . ] Refit the bottom door by sliding it onto the centre hinge pin. Take the bottom hinge foot assembly (B) and transfer it over to the opposite side of the cabinet, being careful to retain any spacer washers fitted onto the bottom hinge pin. Push the hinge foot assembly (B) into the door bearing using the pin of the foot for location. Three holes will then line up with the hinge foot and screws (C) should be used to secure the hinge. [. . . ]