User manual TRICITY T 55 R

[. . . ] INSTRUCTION BOOK REFRIGERATOR T 55 R (T T 160**) 1330631 I/T/7. (01. ) This instruction book contains safety precautions, information on use and helpful hints and tips. To ensure you use this appliance effectively and safely, please read this instruction book carefully before installing or using this appliance and retain for future reference. The symbols below help you to find things more easily: Safety precautions Warnings and Safety information Hints, useful information Environmental information 2 IMPOR TANT S AFET Y INS TR UCTIONS These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. [. . . ] When frozen food is not stored in the 2-star compartment and when the ambient temperature is higher than 25 °C pull the tray out to Position 1. 6 Hints for storage Below is the recommended storage positions for various food types: 1. Frozen food storage & ice making Ready-cooked foods Foods in dishes Opened cans Milk, dairy products Fresh meat, cold cuts, sausages, etc. Fruits, vegetables, salads Cheese, butter Eggs Yoghurt, Cream Small bottles, soft drinks Large bottles, drinks Storage time and temperature of foods The enclosed charts at the end of the instruction books give information about storage time in the frozen and the fresh food compartment. The storage times quoted are intended as a guide only. How to use the two-star frozen food compartment The frozen food compartment is separated from the fresh food compartment by the drip tray. Depending on the position of the thermostatic control knob and the temperature in the compartment (-12 °C or lower), frozen food can be stored here. Small quantities of fresh food can be frozen in the twostar compartment but storing them for a long period of time is not recommended. Do not allow fresh food to come into contact with foods that are already frozen. How to make ice cubes Fill the supplied ice cube tray ¾ full with water and place in the freezer compartment. Turning up the thermostat control will speed up the freezing process, but remember to turn the thermostat control back to its original position. To release the ice cubes, twist the tray along its length. 7 Storage Shelves The shelves in the refrigerator compartment are adjustable to allow storage of large items. The shelves can be re-arranged by opening the door to 90°. To allow the air to circulate within the fridge compartment do not cover the wire shelves with paper or trays. Do not store food uncovered. Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and clean, refer to cleaning and maintenance. Energy Saving Advice Do not install the cabinet close to sources of heat, such as a cooker, dishwasher or radiator. Locate the appliance in a cool well ventilated room and make sure that the air openings of the cabinet are not obstructed. Always leave warm food to cool down to room temperature before placing in the fridge. Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods, or opening the door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet, and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often. Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing properly. It is advisable to periodically clean the refrigeration system at the back of the appliance with a duster or vacuum cleaner. Hints & Tips Food Storage To obtain the best results from your appliance neither hot foods nor liquids which may evaporate, should be placed in the larder compartment. Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your fridge as short as possible. Do not push food together too much, try to allow air to circulate around each item. Maint enance & Cleaning Before any maintenance of cleaning work is carried out DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY SUPPLY. External Cleaning Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. 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. Internal Cleaning Clean the inside and accessories with warm water and bicarbonate of soda (5 ml to 0. 5 litre of water). 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. 8 Defrosting Regular defrosting is necessary to ensure efficient operation of the refrigerator. [. . . ] Remove the hinge pin from the bottom of the door. Slot the hinge pin into the hole in the hinge plate and relocate the hinge assembly to the opposite location and refit using the retaining screws. Put the cabinet in the upright position. 12 To reverse the top hinge assembly proceed as follows: Remove the 2 worktop retaining screws from the back of the appliance. Slide the worktop towards the rear and lift clear of the appliance. Remove the 2 upper hinge plate retaining screws. [. . . ]