Tricity Bendix ERC506 User's Manual
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1. 2 ZA FIG 8 NON FUSED PLUG GREEN 8 YELLOW BROWN CORD CLAMP FIG 9 FUSED PLUG GREEN amp YELLOW 13 AMP FUSE CORD CLAMP Standard guarantee conditions We Tricity Bendix undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials we will at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour materials or Carriage on condition that The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate e The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only and in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions The appliance has not been serviced maintained repaired taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Tricity Bendix service centre Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company s property e This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights Home visits are made between 8 30a m and 5 30p m Monday to Friday Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged 6 96 TRICITY BENDIX GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Exclusions This guarantee does not cover Damage or calls resulting from transportation improper use or neglect the2. 5 Water ices and lollies should not be consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment as it may result in low temperature skin abrasions 6 Ice cubes can be made in this compartment at the normal setting and if reguired guickly a colder setting may be selected remembering to return to normal setting as soon as convenient FROZEN FOOD STORAGE To ensure that frozen food is stored as to preserve the high quality achieved by the manufacturers the following advice should be noted 1 Place food in the compartment as soon as possible after purchase 2 Always follow the instructions recommended by the manufacturer on the packet of frozen food 3 Consume food before the Best Before date 4 Any opened packets of frozen foods should be rewrapped in air tight materials to prevent surface evaporation which causes drying or freezer burn IMPORTANT if temperature rises in frozen foods because of a non compliance with manufacturers instructions b electric power failure or faults then storage life may be reduced and storage times recommended may not then apply Any frozen food which thaws should either be used immediately or thrown away Regular defrosting is necessary to ensure efficient operation of the refrigerator WE RECOMMEND YOU DEFROST FORT NIGHTLY TO ENSURE EFFICIENT OPERATION Frost will build in the frozen food compartment This is due to moisture in the air which en
3. TRICITY BENDIX _ ECR506 REFRIGERATOR RA IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference Should the appliance be soid or transferred to another owner or should you move house and leave the appliance always ensure that the instruction book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings These warnings are provided in the interest of safety You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance This product is designed to be operated by adults Children shouid not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product Any electrical work reguired to install this should be carried out by a gualified electrician or competent person This product should be serviced by an authorised Service Centre and only genuine spare parts should be used it is dangerous to alter the specifications modify the product in any way Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable Domestic fridge freezers are designed to be used specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only There are working parts in this product which heat up Always ensure that there is adeguate ventilation as a failure to do this will result in
4. from the freezer Manufacturer s food storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to Refer to relevant instructions Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning Refer to your local Service Centre and always insist on genuine Spare parts Occasionaly during the operation the outside front edges of the appliance may feel quite warm to touch this is normal CONTENTS INSTALLA PAGE 3 DOOR AE VERSA itaalia PAGE 3 ELECTRICAL 5 2 28 PAGE 4 HOW USE THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL PAGE 5 YOUR REFRIGERATOR PAGE 5 FRESH FOOD STORAGE GUIDE PAGE 6 FROZEN FOOD COMPARTMENT PAGE 6 DEFROSTING YOUR REFRIGERATOR PAGE 7 HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES PAGE 7 CLEANING AND 8 WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING IS WORKING PAGE 8 GENERAL FEATURES EE SU a 1 FROZEN FOOD COMPARTMENT PAGES 9 amp 10 2 THERMOSTAT CONTROL 3 SALAD DRAWER COVER 4 SALAD DRAWER 5 LEVEL ADJUSTER 6 BOTTLE STRAP 7 DAIRY COMPARTMENT INSTALLATION 1 This is des
5. possible food loss See installation instructions Parts which heat up should not be exposed Wherever possible the back of the appliance should be close to a wall but leaving the required distance for ventilation as stated in the installation instructions Before defrosting cleaning or maintenance work is carried out be sure to switch off the appliance and unplug it Frozen food must NOT be refrozen once it has thawed out Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer as it creates pressure on the container which may cause it to explode resulting in damage to the appliance The cooling plate or refrigerated freezer shelves in this appliance contain channels through which the refrigerant passes tf these are punctured this would cause substantial damage to the appliance and result in food loss DO NOT USE SHARP INSTRUMENTS to scrape off frost or ice Under NO circumstances should solid ice be forced off the lining or shelves Solid ice should be allowed to thaw when defrosting the appliance See Defrost instructions The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is turned on in order to allow the refrigerant to settle This appliance is heavy Care should be taken when moving it Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp wet as this could cause skin abrasions or frost freezer burns Ice lollies can cause frost freezer burns if consumed straight
6. with warm soapy water Do NOT use abrasive products Please Note 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 YOU MUST ENSURE THAT THE APPLIANCE IS SWITCHED OFF An accumulation of dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause excessive electricity consumption WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS NOT IN USE When the appliance is not in use for long periods WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG disconnect from the electricity supply empty all food and clean the appliance leaving the doors ajar to prevent unpleasant smells REPLACEMENT OF INTERIOR LIGHTBULB Should the interior light fail to work first switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electricity supply then replace the light bulb as follows Using a screwdriver remove the light cover by undoing the screw retain the screw for later use Then pull the cover outward and downwards Unscrew the bulb and replace it with a new 15 watt bulb The light is mounted in the rear of the cabinet see Fig 12 Replace the light cover by sliding it into its original position and replacing the screw BEFORE contacting your local Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre check the following points The appliance does not work Check that There is power at the socket Ensu
7. EARTHED For your convenience this appliance comes complete with either a moulded on or re wireable 13 amp BS1363 plug protected by a 13 amp ASTA approved 51362 fuse In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied a replacement 13 amp ASTA approved BS1362 fuse must be used In the case of a moulded on plug if a removable fuse cover is fitted the fuse cover MUST be refitted after changing the fuse If the fuse cover is lost or damaged the plug MUST NOT be used until a replacement is obtained Replacement covers are available from your focal electricity shop or nearest customer service centre The colour of the replacement fuse cover must match the colour insert or emboss on the base of the plug In the case of a re wireable plug care must be taken to ensure that the top cover is refitted without causing damage to either the top cover or base In the event of the plug becoming damaged or cracked it must be replaced with an equivalent 13 amp BS1363 approved plug ref fig 7 and rewired using the following procedure IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code GREEN 8 YELLOW EARTH NEUTRAL LIVE The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter E by the Earth Symbol or coloured green green and yellow The wire coloured Blue must be connected to the terminat marked with the letter or
8. coloured black The wire coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red Upon completion there must be no cut loose or Stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath 13 amp BS1363 plug is unsuitable for your sockets the plug should be removed cut off in the case of a moulded on plug and an appropriate plug fitted NOTE Moulded plugs cannot be re used and should be discarded if cut from a mains lead as insertion into a 13 A socket could prove fatal ff a non fused plug is fitted ref 8 the wiring must follow the above procedure and the appliance must be protected by the use of a 15amp fuse either in the adaptor or at the distribution board If at any time a replacement supply cord is required the cross sectional area of its conductors must not be less than 0 75mm and the cable clamp must be tightened so as to fully retain the new cord We recommend that this type of installation be checked by a fully qualified electrician prior to use Conformity Declaration This appliance is designed to store food in and is manufactured in conformity with EEC Directive No 89 109 EEC This appliance has been designed and built in compliance with The Low Voltage EEC Directive 73 23 EEC The EMC EEC Directive 89 336 EEC amended by EEC Directive 93 68 EEC This appliance is CFC Free For more details please refer to the ratin
9. ctricity supply 10 Replace all fitments and food Close door HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES Because of consumer demand preservatives have been removed from many pre prepared food This together with the changes in shopping habits to a once a week shop mean that safe handling and storage of food is even more important than ever The following tips should help you to ensure that the food in your home is in as perfect condition as possible Keep the time between buying chilled food and placing it in your fridge as short as possible Tests showed that the temperature of 1 litre of orange juice rose to 22 C in an hour between the supermarket and home It then took 11 hours to get down to 7 C in the refrigerator Keep the refrigerator door closed as much as possible Remember that warm air is flowing in as you are deciding what to have for tea Do not push food together too much try to allow air to circulate around each item Cool cooked food as quickly as possible but do NOT place in the refrigerator or freezer until cool Leave food in a place as cool as possible in order that it can then be placed in the refrigerator or freezer as soon as possible Do NOT mix raw and cooked meat they must be in separate containers Take care not to let the meat juices drip onto other food If the meat does drip remove everything and clean thoroughly Do not store food uncovered The best way to defrost food is to put it in the refrige
10. eezer basket DOOR REVERSAL If your appliance is already in use DISCONNECT it from the electricity supply and remove shelves and other loose items including food Place frozen food in boxes wrapped in blankets or other suitable insulating material and put in a cool place Gently lay the appliance on its back with the top held away from the floor by at least 30cm 12 use a stool or something similar Make sure to use a towel or cloth at the base to protect the sides of the appliance ensuring that it does not slip See fig 3 Remove level adjuster 1 from the base of the product retaining the small cup spacer which is located around the threaded portion of the adjuster order to remove the foot hinge assy 2 remove the screws marked 3 see fig 4 Remove the door by lifting it slightly and carefully Sliding it down off the top hinge pin Remove the top hinge pin 4 by removing screw 5 and transfer to the opposite side See fig 5 Refit the door by carefully sliding it onto the upper hinge pin 4 Take the bottom hinge foot assembly 2 and transfer it over to the opposite side of the cabinet being carful to retain any spacing washer fitted onto the bottom hinge pin Push the hinge foot assembly 2 into the door bearing using the pin of the foot for location Three holes wil then line up with the hinge foot and screws 3 should be used to secure the hinge Refit level adjuster and spacer 1 in the opposite side
11. g plate on the appliances This appliance carries the CE Mark THE CONTROLS 1 The interior temperature of the refrigerator is automatically controlled by the thermostat The control dial enables the desired degree of cooling to be selected This is situated in the table top see Fig 10 The control is numbered 9 6 On setting the cooling system is switched off but the is not disconnected from the electrical supply The highest number is the coldest and setting 3 to 4 will usually be found suitable for normal operations A coin is required to operate the table top mounted thermostat the thermostat dial should be turned to align the black indicator in the knob with the required temperature setting YOUR REFRIGERATOR 2 if colder settings are selected for extra chilling effect do not forget to turn the control dial back afterwards The refrigerator contents may freeze if cooler temperatures are maintained for any length of time Operating the refrigerator at colder temperatures than necessary only consumes excessive power and hence increases the running costs 3 The choice of setting may be influenced by the frequency of door openings the quantity of food stored the kitchen temperature and location of the appliance During warm weather a higher setting may be required TEMPERATURES 1 The function of a refrigerator is to reduce the development of organisms which cause decay and bacterial acti
12. igned to operate in ambient temperatures between 10 C 50 F and 32 C 90 F It should be located in a dry atmosphere out of direct sunlight and away from extreme temperature e g not next to a cooker or other sources of direct heat or in a very cold room e g an outhouse where the temperatures may fall below 10 C 50 F 2 The appliance should be gently pushed into place until the table top rear wall spacer touches the wall see Fig 1 When in position a 20mm 3 4 clear space above the appliance should be maintained clear space of 20mm 3 4 above the appliance is not available clearances of 25mm 1 should be maintained on both sides of the appliance this is to provide sufficient air circulation Always ensure that the ventilation is kept clear from blockage by teatowels etc because this will cause the appliance to work incorrectly 3 Your appliance will be heavy when loaded with food and must therefore be stood on a strong firm floor which should also be level Adjust the level by screwing out the appropriate level adjusters in the feet using your fingers or a suitable spanner see fig 2 Make sure the appliance is upright and all adjusters are in firm contact with the floor so that the cabinet doesn t rock in any direction 4 Before switching on make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate This is located inside the cabinet behind the bottom fr
13. of the cabinet Stand the appliance upright To fix the handle on the opposite side proceed as follows see fig 6 i Protect the paintwork on the door from damage with masking tape or other suitable material while using a blunt knife or similar instrument to carefully prise out the plastic plugs from alternative handle positions on the opposite side of the door ii Remove the screw covers and screws from the handle and transfer it to its new position replacing the plastic plugs into the vacated screw holes Finally level the appliance by means of the level adjusters 1 in the feet see foot adjustment below FOOT ADJUSTMENT Your appliance will be heavy when loaded with food and must therefore be stood on a strong firm floor It should also be level Adjust the level by screwing out the appropriate level adjuster at the front using your fingers or a suitable spanner see fig 2 Make sure the appliance is upright and both adjusters are in firm contact with the floor so that the cabinet is level and doesn t rock in any direction Switch on and replace the food ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Before switching on make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate located inside the cabinet WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
14. ou purchase is of a good quality and in prime condition 2 Shop at a reliable source and buy the freshest looking packages avoid shopworn labeis or produce covered in dust 3 Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it straight away The use of an insulated container is advisable When you arrive home place the frozen food in the freezer immediately To obtain the best results from your appliance neither hot foods nor liquids which may evaporate should be placed in the larder compartment Fruit and vegetables should be thoroughly cleaned and placed in the salad drawer Butter and cheese should be placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in foil or polythene bags to exclude as much air as possible Milk bottles should have a cap and be stored in the bottom shelf of the door Shelf Position Storage Time Top Shelves Fats 10 days Hard Cheese 7 14 days Cooked Meats Poultry 2 days Bacon 7 days Milk and Cream 2 3 days Soft Cheese 2 3 days Eggs 2 weeks Desserts With Cream Custard 2 days Pastry Products 3 4 days Cooked Meat Pies FRESH FOOD STORAGE GUIDE The recommended storage times of food are as follows Sausage Rolls 2 days Cooked Fruit Up to 4 days Bottom Shelves Stock and Gravies Up to 4 days Fresh Fish Eat same day Fresh Meats 3 days Fresh Poultry 2 days Sausages Up to 3 days Minced Meat Burgers 1 day Salad Drawer Green Vegetables 3 5 days Salad Vegetables 3 5 days Fresh Fruit 5 da
15. rator to thaw slowly Remove suspect food from your refrigerator and clean the interior with a solution of bicarbonate of soda in warm water 5mi to 0 5 litre of water Never allow spillages to dry and harden Ensure that food placed in the freezer is dated and labelled and used in date order to ensure that food is consumed at its best It is important that food is used before its best before date Store eggs in the egg rack provided in the refrigerator door Discard any broken or chipped eggs Regularly check the refrigerator door seal to ensure that it is clean and free from bits and pieces Always wash your hands with soapy water and dry them with a clean towel before handling food Keep work surfaces clean and avoid cross contamination by not using the same work surface or knife without washing them thoroughly in between Use kitchen roll wherever possible for cleaning up food If you use a dishcloth be sure to boil it frequently CLEANING AND CARE 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 5 to 0 5 litre of water Rinse and dry thoroughly NEVER USE DETERGENTS ABRASIVE POWDERS HIGHLY PERFUMED CLEANING PRODUCTS OR WAX POLISHES TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR AS THESE WILL DAMAGE THE SURFACE AND LEAVE A STRONG SMELL Wash the outer cabinet
16. re that there is not a power cut by checking the household lights The fuse has not blown The air circulation passages are not covered Vibration or abnormal noises You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is pumped through the coils of tubing at the rear to the cooling plate evaporator or to the fixed freezer shelves When the compressor is on the refrigerant is being pumped round and you will hear a whirring or pulsating noise from the compressor A thermostat controls the compressor and you will hear a faint click when the thermostat cuts in and out The light does not come on Check that The bulb is fitted correctly Replace the bulb if it has blown Other points to check Check that Have you turned the thermostat to the correct setting Has door been left open causing the temperature to rise lf after the above checks there is still a fault call your local Service 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 any In guarantee service calls Before contacting your local Service Centre make a note of the make model and date of purchase of your machine the Service Department require this information See separate leaflet for your nearest Service Centre E 1
17. replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic Costs incurred for calls to put right machines improperly installed or calls to machines outside the United Kingdom Appliances found to be in use within commercial or similar environment plus those which are subject to rental agreements Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture which are not marketed by Tricity Bendix EU Countries The standard guarantee is applicable but is subject to the owner s responsibility and cost to ensure the appliance meets the standards set by the country to which the product is taken Proof of purchase my be required Electrolux Aftersales Service in the country concerned with whom Tricity Bendix have an arrangement will be pleased to advise further 822020489 00 00
18. ters the refrigerator when the door is opened and moisture from the stored food PREPARING FOODS WHEN DEFROSTING 1 Defrosting should be carried out when stocks are low 2 Place all foods in a compact block or a cardboard box and wrap in newspaper then in a thick rug or blanket 3 Keep foods in a cool place 4 cream softens fairly rapidly when the temperature is allowed to rise and therefore defrosting should not be carried out while ice cream is being stored DEFROSTING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DEFROSTING METHOD SWITCH OFF AT ELECTRICITY SUPPLY 1 Empty the frozen food compartment 2 Push the defrost tray completely in 3 Remove the plug from defrost tray see Fig 13 4 Place a suitable container onto the top shelf in the appliance to collect the defrost water 5 A shallow container with hot water may placed in the frozen food compartment and replenished with hot water if necessary 6 Leave the refrigerator door open The frost water will quickly melt away and collect in the container under the defrost tray 7 When the compartment is completely free of frost remove and empty the container holding defrosted water remove defrost tray 8 The interior of the frozen food compartment and cabinet may be wiped out using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and water and then dried as described under Cleaning and Care 9 Ensure the control dial is in its norma position Switch ON at the ele
19. vity and thus increase the storage life of food 2 The fresh food compartment has been designed to operate between 0 C 32 F and 5 C 41 F and is in accordance with British and European Standards FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT 1 The refrigerator is fitted with a shelf which is adjustable for the storage of different sized articles If your refrigerator is positioned near to a wall thereby allowing the door to open through 90 then each shelf when tilted can be removed as follows see Fig 10 The shelves are designed to allow maximum air circulation and therefore when placing foods on the shelves make sure a small space is left between packages 2 The warmest area in the refrigerator is to the top of the compartment and the coolest is at the bottom of the compartment and this is where the most perishable foods should be kept 3 Vegetables and salad foods can be stored in the salad drawer To ensure they are maintained in a crisp condition it may be necessary to wrap some foods in polythene bags eg lettuce watercress or herbs DOOR STORAGE 1 Storing items in the door liner can eliminate searching the main compartment The lower door shelf should be used for the storage of heavier bottles whilst remaining shelves will accommodate fat butter small cartons and jars etc 2 Enclosed storage compartments may be used to store dairy products and fats HELPFUL HINTS WHEN BUYING FOOD 1 Always ensure that fresh food y
20. ys FROZEN FOOD COMPARTMENT ALL MODELS NET STORAGE CAPACITY 0 39 111 WEIGHT OF STORED FOOD 7 81b 3 5kg This is a standard measurement and the actual capacity depends upon the density and sizes of food stored The above figures are based an average density of 0 32kg per litre 1 This compartment is not designed to freeze fresh food or cooked food 2 The 2 star frozen food compartment of the refrigerator is designed to maintain temperature below 12 C 10 4 F This temperature will allow medium term storage of frozen food up to 1 month providing the correct setting has been selected 3 The temperature inside the refrigerator and star compartment can be regulated by adjusting the defrost tray located under the Ck star compartment See Fig 11 To obtain a lower temperature in the Ck star compartment when frozen food is stored inside and when the ambient temperature is lower than 25 C slightly raise the defrost tray and push it all the way in When frozen food is not stored in the star compartment or when the ambient temperature is higher than 25 C return the defrost tray to its initial position This reduces the temperature in the refrigerator compartment 4 Do not place sealed containers of carbonated liguids such as fizzy drinks into the frozen food compartment as it creates pressure on the container which may cause it to explode resulting in damage to the refrigerator
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