Blomberg FINE 1531P Freezer User Manual
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1. 4 Before operating Final Check Before you start using the fridge freezer check that 1 The feet have been adjusted for perfect levelling 2 The interior is dry and air can circulate freely at the rear 3 Clean the interior as recommended under CLEANING AND CARE 4 Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity supply Avoid accidental disconnection by taping over the switch Green and red lights will glow and the compressor will start running 5 You will hear a noise as the compressor starts up The liquid and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise whether the compressor is running or not which is quite normal 6 If you are going to store already frozen food open the freezer door and check that the fast freeze switch is at off the amber light will not come on The red light will go out when the freezer has reached the correct temperature Then you can put in your already frozen food 7 If you are going to freeze fresh food you must press the fast freeze switch The amber light will come on and you must wait at least three hours before putting in your fresh food to be frozen 8 Slight undulation of the top of the cabinet is quite normal due to the manufacturing process used so do not worry it is not a defect 12 9 Front edges of the cabinet may feel warm This is normal These areas are designed to be warm to avoid conde2. the serial number is printed on the Rating Label affixed to the appliance Model No Serial No Retailer Date of purchase For service under guarantee simply telephone the appropriate number below UK Mainland amp Northern Ireland Fridges amp Freezers 0845 6046859 Electric Cookers 0845 6046859 Gas amp Dual Fuel Cookers 0845 6046859 Washing Machines amp Dishwashers 0845 6046859 Republic of Ireland All Refrigeration All Cookers 01 862 3411 Washing Machines amp Dishwashers Before requesting service please check the trouble shooting guide in the Operating Instructions as a charge may be levied where no fault is found even though your product may still be under guarantee 19 EN Guarantee Details Your new BLOMBERG product is guaranteed against the cost of breakdown repairs for three years from the date of the original purchase What is covered e Repairs necessary as a result of faulty materials defective components or manufacturing defect e The cost of functional replacement parts but excluding consumable items e The labour costs of a BLOMBERG approved repairer to carry out the repair What is not covered e Transit delivery or accidental damage or misuse and abuse e Cabinet or appearance parts including knobs flaps handles or container lids e Accessories or consumable items including but not limited to ice trays scrapers cutlery baskets filters and light bulbs e Repairs required as a re
3. and make sure any air is excluded Do Wrap frozen food when you buy it and put it in to the freezer as soon as possible Do Defrost food in the fridge compartment Do Remove ice cream from the freezer 10 20 minutes before serving Don t Store bananas in your fridge compartment Don t Store melon in your fridge It can be chilled for short periods as long as it is wrapped to avoid it flavouring other food Don t Store poisonous or any dangerous substances in your appliance It has been designed for the storage of edible foodstuffs only Don t Consume food which has been stored for an excessive time in the fridge Don t Store cooked and fresh food together in the same container They should be packaged and stored seperately Don t Let defrosting food or food juices drip onto food Don t Leave the door open for long periods as this will make the appliance more costly to run and cause excessive ice formation Don t Put hot food into the appliance Let it cool down first Don t Put liquid filled bottles or sealed cans containing carbonated liquids into the freezer as they may burst EN Don t Exceed the maximum freezing loads 6 kg in any 24 hours when freezing fresh food Don t Give children ice cream and water ices direct from the freezer The low temperature may cause freezer burns on lips Don t Freeze fizzy drinks Don t Try to keep frozen food which has thawe
4. correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows See diagram 1 Connect the green yellow or green Earth wire to the terminal in the plug marked E or with the symbol or coloured green and yellow or green 2 Connect the blue Neutral wire to the terminal in the plug marked N or coloured black 3 Connect the brown Live wire to the terminal in the plug marked L or coloured red With alternative plugs a 13 A fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adaptor or in the main fuse box If in doubt contact a qualified electrician FITTED WITH BS 1362 13A FUSE ALWAYS FIT BS 1362 REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE FUSE Ocorp GRIPC L EN ENERGY SAVING TIPS 1 Ensure your appliance is installed in a well ventilated area 2 Ensure the time between buying chilled frozen food and placing them in your appliance is kept at minimum particularly in summer We recommend you use a cool bag or a special carrier bag to carry frozen food 3 Do not leave the door s of your appliance open longer than necessary and ensure they are closed properly after each opening 4 Defrost frozen food in the fridge compartment so that frozen food acts as an ice pack to assist cooling in the fridge 6 EN Ei Installation TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 The appliance should be transported only in a vertical upright position The packing as suppl
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6. Bedienungsanleitung Operating instructions Please read this manual first Dear Customer We hope that your product which has been produced in a 1st class manufacturing facility and checked under the most meticulous quality control procedures will provide you with years of good service For this we recommend you to carefully read the entire manual of your product before using it and keep it at hand for future reference This manual e Will help you use your appliance quickly and safely e Read the manual before installing and operating your product e Follow the instructions especially those for safety e Keep the manual in an easily accessible place as you may need it later e Besides read also the other documents provided with your product Please note that this manual may be valid for other models as well Symbols and their descriptions This instruction manual contains the following symbols g Important information or useful usage tips A Warning against dangerous conditions for life and property A Warning against electric voltage This product is supplied with the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical Recycling and electronic equipment WEEE This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European Directive 2002 96 EC in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimise its impact on the environment For further information please contact your local or regional authorities Electronic products no
7. ance 4 Unscrew and remove the LHS front feet and bolt 2 5 Unscrew the bolts and remove the bottom hinge while holding the door 3 6 Remove the door carefully from the top hinge by sliding down wards 4 7 Reposition top hinge bushing and blanking plug on the opposite side and stand the door safely 5 You may find it easier to remove the bushing and the plug with the tip of a small screwdriver Take care not to mark the door 8 Reposition the top hinge on the opposite side 6 and 7 9 To refit the door locate the top hinge in the door attach to the cabinet and hold the door 8 10 Fit the bottom hinge 9 If necessary adjust and then tighten the bolts Ensure that the door opens and closes easily and that there are no gaps allowing air into the cabinet If there are gaps between the door seal and the cabinet adjust the door seal by gently pulling away from the door using fingers EN 11 Fit the other front feet 10 12 Carefully stand your appliance You may need somebody to help you Adjust the front feet See Installation Instructions 13 Put back all loose items and fittings 14 Wait for at least 4 hours to allow the system to settle before switching on Spare plastic parts supplied with the appliance are for your future use during door repositioning 15 Fit the door handle to the opposite side of the door and tighten the bolts 10 EN
8. d it should be eaten within 24 hours or cooked and refrozen Don t Remove items from the freezer with wet hands Don t Close the freezer door before placing the compartment cover in its place Don t Leave frozen food at room temperature to thaw the best way to defrost food is to put it in the fridge to thaw slowly Make sure you avoid defrosting food or food juices drip onto other food 18 PROBLEM SOLVING If the appliance does not operate when switched on check whether e The plug is inserted properly in the socket and that the power supply is on To check the power supply to the socket plug in another appliance e The fuse has blown circuit breaker has tripped main distribution switch has been turned off e The temperature control has been set correctly and not to O OFF e New plug is wired correctly if you have changed the fitted moulded plug If the appliance is still not operating after the above checks please refer to the section on How To Obtain Service Please ensure that above checks have been made as a charge will be made if no fault is found EN ElHow To Obtain Service Please keep your purchase receipt or other proof of purchase in a safe place you will need to have it should the product require attention under guarantee You should also complete the details below it will help us assist you when requesting service The model number is printed on the Instruction Booklet and
9. free operation from your appliance it is very important to carefully read these instructions e On delivery check to make sure that the product is not damaged and that all the parts and accessories are in perfect condition e Ensure that the plug remains readily accessible Do not use multiple adapter or extension cable e Failure to observe these instructions may invalidate your right to free service during the guarantee period e Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction e Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer e Do not damage the refrigerant circuit e Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer e We suggest you keep these instructions in a safe place for easy reference e This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety e Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance EN ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Before you insert the plug into the wall socket make sure that the voltage and the fre
10. harp objects such as knives or forks to remove the ice cubes There is a risk of injury Let the ice cubes slightly thaw instead or put the bottom of the tray in hot water for a short moment EN g Maintenance and cleaning We recommend that you switch off the appliance at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug before cleaning Never use any sharp abrasive instrument soap household cleaner detergent and wax polish for cleaning Use luke warm water to clean the cabinet of the appliance and wipe it dry Use a damp cloth wrung out in a solution of one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water to clean the interior and wipe it dry Excess deposit of ice should be removed on a regular basis using the handle of a spoon Large accumulation of ice will impair the performance of the freezer f the freezer is not going to be used for a long period of time switch it off remove all food clean it and leave the door ajar To remove a drawer pull it as far as possible and then tilt it upwards and then pull it out completely 16 Any dust that gathers on the condenser which is located at the back of the freezer should be removed once a year with a vacuum cleaner Check door seals regularly to ensure they are clean and free from food particles Never Clean the worktop with unsuitable material eg petroleum based products Subject it to
11. hot temperatures in any way Scour rub etc with abrasive material EN KA Do s and Don ts Do Clean your appliance regularly See Cleaning and Care Do Keep raw meat and poultry below cooked food and dairy products Do Take off any unusable leaves on vegetables and wipe off any soil Do Leave lettuce cabbage parsley and cauliflower on the stem Do Wrap cheese firstly in greaseproof paper and then in a polythene bag excluding as much air as possible For best results take out of the fridge compartment an hour before eating Do Wrap raw meat and poultry loosely in polythene or aluminium foil This prevents drying Do Wrap fish and offal in polythene bags Do Wrap food which have a strong odour or can dry out in polythene bags aluminium foil or place in an airtight container Do Wrap bread well to keep it fresh Do Chill white wines beer lager and mineral water before serving Do Check contents of the freezer every so often Do Keep food for as short a time as possible and adhere to Best Before Use by etc dates Do Store commercially frozen food in accordance with the instructions given on the packets that you buy Do Always choose high quality fresh food and be sure it is thoroughly clean before you freeze it Do Prepare fresh food for freezing in small portions to ensure rapid freezing 17 Do Wrap all food in aluminium foil or freezer quality polythene bags
12. ied must be intact during transportation 2 If during the course of transport the appliance has to be transported horizontally it must only be laid on its right hand side when standing in the frontof the appliance After bringing it to upright position it must not be operated for at least 4 hours to allow the system to settle 3 Failure to comply with the above instructions could result in damage occuring to the appliance The manufacturer will not be held responsible if these instructions are disregarded 4 The appliance must be protected against rain moisture and other atmospheric influences 5 When positioning your appliance take care not to damage your flooring pipes wall coverings etc Do not move the appliance by pulling by the door or handle IMPORTANT Care must be taken while cleaning carrying the appliance to avoid touching the bottom of the condenser metal support or pipework at the back of the appliance as you might injure your fingers and hands or damage your product IMPORTANT This appliance is not designed for stacking with any other appliance When positioning your appliance take care not to damage your flooring pipes wall coverings etc Do not attempt to sit or stand on top of your appliance as it is not designed for such use You could injure yourself or damage the appliance IMPORTANT Make sure that mains cable is not caught under the appliance during and after carrying moving the a
13. mbient temperatures mentioned above fridge contents are likely to freeze so check and consume food in the fridge accordingly When the ambient temperature returns to normal you may change the knob setting to suit your needs 4 No gap is required at sides and top See item 4 below to ensure a gap is obtained at the rear of the appliance If a gap is available on side and top retain it if possible as it would improve the air circulation around the appliance 5 The appliance should be located on a smooth surface The two front feet can be adjusted as required To ensure that your appliance is standing upright adjust the two front feet by turning clockwise or anti clockwise until the product is in firm contact with the floor Correct adjustment of feet avoids excessive vibration and noise 6 Refer to Cleaning and Care section to prepare your appliance for use 7 A special receptacle is supplied to store the mains plug during transit The receptacle is fixed at the back of the cabinet on the right hand side of 8 the compressor See diagram Gently remove the plug from the receptacle Never pull the mains cord you may damage the appliance In the case of transportation ensure you locate the plug in the receptacle provided to avoid transit damage If your appliance is equipped with an air grille please refer for installation of the air grille EN REVERSING THE DOORS We recommend that you re
14. n 24 h which is 10 kg 22 Ib Placing warm food into the freezer compartment causes the refrigeration compressor to operate continuously until the food is frozen solid If you are going to freeze fresh food in excess of 2kg 4 5 Ib turn the thermostat knob to the fast freeze position and wait for about 24 hours before placing the fresh food in the freezer Remember to turn the thermostat knob back to its previous position once food has frozen It is recommended to place fresh food to be frozen in fast freeze compartment of the freezer Take special care not to mix already frozen food and fresh food EN DEFROSTING Your appliance defrosts automatically Warnings The fan inside the freezer compartment circulates cold air Never insert any object through the guard Do not allow children to play with the freezer fan Never store products that contain inflammable propellant gas eg dispensers spray cans etc or explosive substances Don t cover the shelves with any protective materials which may obstruct air circulation Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls Do not obstruct the freezer fan guard to ensure that you obtain the best possible performance from your appliance Freezer fan 15 Making ice cubes Fill the ice cube tray 3 4 full with water and place it in the freezer As soon as the water has turned into ice you can take out the ice cubes Never use s
15. nsation 10 We recommend that you set the thermostat knob at 3 and monitor the temperature to ensure the appliance maintains desired storage temperatures see section Temperature Control and Adjustment 11 Do not load the appliance immediately it is switched on Wait until the correct storage temperature has been reached We recommend that you check the temperature with an accurate thermometer see Temperature Control and Adjustment Important Notes 1 If there is a power failure do not open the door Frozen food should not be affected if the failure lasts for less than 16 5 hours If the failure is longer then the food should be checked and either eaten immediately or cooked and then re frozen 2 If you find the freezer door difficult to open just after you have closed it don t worry This is due to the pressure difference which will equalise and allow the door to open normally after a few minutes 3 Always wrap food using a suitable packaging material before storing in your appliance to avoid contact with the appliance surface and food remains for hygiene reasons EN g Using your refrigerator TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENT 4 2 Temperature is controlled by the thermostat which is located on the rear wall of the cabinet Thermostat knob is located on the indicator light set Number 4 is the coldest setting The normal storage temperature of your appliance should be 18 C 0 F Lowe
16. ppliance to avoid the mains cable becoming cut or damaged Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls BLOMBERG declines to accept any liability should the instructions not be followed INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 The space in the room where the appliance is installed must not be smaller than 10 cubic metres 2 If possible avoid placing the appliance near cookers radiators or in direct sunlight as this will cause the compressor to run for long periods If installed next to a source of heat or refrigerator maintain the following minimum side clearances From Cookers 2 50 mm From Radiators 12 300 mm From Refrigerators or Larder Fridge 1 25 mm 3 This appliance has been designed to operate in ambient temperatures up to 32 degrees C 90 degrees F and is equipped with Advanced Electronic Temperature Control System AETCS which ensures that at the advised setting 4 four on the knob the frozen 7 en food in the freezer will not defrost even if the ambient temperature falls as low as 15 C When first installed the product MUST NOT be placed in low ambient temperatures because the freezer will not reduce to it s standard operating temperature Once it has reached its steady operating state it can be re located So you may then install your appliance in a garage or an unheated room without having to worry about frozen food in the freezer being spoilt However at low a
17. quency shown on the rating plate inside the appliance corresponds to yourelectricity supply Rating label is on the left hand side of fridge inner liner We recommend that this appliance be connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched and fused socket The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible Should the mains lead of the appliance become damaged or should it need replacing at any time it must be replaced by a special purpose made mains lead which can only be obtained from a BLOMBERG Authorised Service Agent WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED If the fitted moulded plug is not suitable for your socket then the plug should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted Destroy the old plug which is cut off as a plug with bared cord could cause a shock hazard if inserted into a socket elsewhere in the house The moulded plug on this appliance incorporates a 13 A fuse Should the fuse need to be replaced an ASTABEAB approved BS 1362 fuse of the same rating must be used Do not forget to refit the fuse cover In the event of losing the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been fitted Colour of the replacement fuse cover must be the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug Fuse covers are available from any good electrical 5 store IMPORTANT FITTING A DIFFERENT PLUG As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
18. r temperatures may be obtained by adjusting the thermostat knob towards number 4 position We recommend that you check the temperature with a thermometer to ensure that the storage compartments are kept to the desired temperature Remember you must take your reading very quickly since the thermometer temperature will rise very rapidly after you remove it from the freezer Please remember each time the door is opened cold air escapes and the internal temperature rises Therefore never leave the door open and ensure it is closed immediately after food is put in or removed 3 INDICATOR LIGHTS There are three coloured indicator lights located on the front of the appliance which shows the operating mode of the freezer Green Indicator 1 Illuminates when the appliance is connected to the mains and will glow as long as electricity is available Amber Indicator 2 This indicator will glow when the fast freeze switch 4 is on and will continue to glow until the fast freeze switch is turned off The compressor will run continuously while fast freeze switch is on Fast freeze operation is for freezing fresh food Red Indicator 3 Illuminates a If the pre set temperature can not be maintained b If excessive amounts of fresh food are placed inside c If the appliance door is left open accidentally IMPORTANT When you press the fast freeze switch there may be a short delay before the compressor starts to ope
19. rate This is normal and does not indicate a compressor fault Operating temperatures are controlled by the thermostat knob see diagram located on the inner side wall of the freezer compartment Settings may be made from 1 2 fast freeze fast freeze being the coldest position When the appliance is switched on for the first time the thermostat knob should be adjusted so that after 24 hours the average freezer temperature is no higher than 18 C O F We recommend you set the knob half way between the 1 and 4 setting Lower temperatures may be obtained by adjusting setting knob towards fast freeze position We recommend that you check the temperature with an accurate thermometer to ensure that the storage compartments are kept to the desired temperature 14 Remember you must take your reading very quickly since the thermometer temperature will rise very rapidly after you remove it from the freezer Please remember each time the door is opened cold air escapes and the internal temperature rises Therefore never leave the door open and ensure it is closed immediately after food is put in or removed FREEZING FRESH FOOD Please observe the following instructions to obtain the best results Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one time The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your appliance i
20. sult of unauthorised repair or inexpert installation that fails to meet the requirements contained in the user instruction book e Repairs to products used on commercial or non residential household premises e Loss of frozen food in freezers or fridge freezers Food loss insurance is often included within your household contents insurance policy or may be available separately from your retailer Important notes e Your BLOMBERG product is designed and built for domestic household use only e The guarantee will be void if the product is installed or used in commercial or non residential domestic household premises e The product must be correctly installed located and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in the User Instructions Booklet provided e Professional installation by a qualified Electrical Domestic Appliance Installer is recommended for all Washing Machines Dishwashers and Electric Cookers e Gas Cookers must only be installed by a Gas Safe or BORD GAIS registered Gas Installer e The guarantee is given only within the boundaries of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland e The guarantee is applicable only to new products and is not transferable if the product is resold BLOMBERG disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages The guarantee does not in anyway diminish your statutory or legal rights 20 EN Blomberg 36 38 Caxton Way Watford Hertfordshire WD18 8UF Tel 084
21. t included in the selective sorting process are potentially dangerous for the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances 1 Your refrigerator 3 5 Using your refrigerator 13 TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND 2 Warnings Be ADIOS TIENT ef 13 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 ma 0 Baar r WARNINGI THIS APPLIANCE MUST NG PRESH POOD ititi BE EARTHED chock nn ei atte ater ase ENERGY SAVING TIPS anna 6 leaning 16 3 Installation 7 7 Do s and Don ts 17 TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 REVERSING THE DOORS aaa g 8 How To Obtain Service 19 4 Before operating 12 9 Guarantee Details 20 Final Check iaia ei aai 12 2 EN 1 Your refrigerator Congratulations on your choice of a BLOMBERG quality Appliance which has been designed to give you service for many years Jie w D Top trim Fast Freeze switch Indicator lights Thermostat knob Ice bank Freezer fan Fast freeze compartment Frozen food compartments Adjustable front feet O0 ND Figures that take place in this instruction manual are schematic and may not correspond exactly with your product If the subject parts are not included in the product you have purchased then it is valid for other models 3 EN Eq Warnings DO NOT connec
22. t your appliance to the electricity supply until all packing and transit protectors have been removed e Leave to stand for at least 4 hours before switching on to allow compressor oil to settle if transported horizontally e f you are discarding an old refrigerator with a lock or latch fitted to the door disable the lock latch ensure that it is left in a safe condition to prevent the entrapment of young children e This fridge freezer must only be used for its intended purpose i e the storing and freezing of edible foodstuff e Do not dispose of the appliance on a fire At BLOMBERG the care and protection of our environment is an ongoing commitment This appliance which is among the latest range introduced is particularly environment friendly Your appliance contains non CFC HFC natural substances in the cooling system Called R600a and in the insulation Called cyclopentane which are potentially flammable if exposed to fire Therefore take care not to damage the cooling circuit pipes of the appliance in transportation and in use In case of damage do not expose the appliance to fire or potential ignition source and immediately ventilate the room where the appliance is situated e We suggest you contact your local authority for disposal information and facilities available e See Installation Instructions on on page 9 for information on suitable location 4 e To obtain the best possible performance and trouble
23. verse doors before switching on for the first time Tools required Small and medium size flat and cross headed screwdrivers a pair of pliers Spare Parts supplied in the plastic bag The following parts which are exclusively for left hand side fitted hinge operation are supplied in a plastic bag with the appliance Upper door top trim hinge covers there are 2 different parts one for each side of top trim Upper door middle hinge bushing door stopper assembly We suggest you keep all the parts supplied in the plastic bag and also parts which have been removed when reversing doors in a safe place for possible future re use IMPORTANT We suggest you ask somebody to help you when moving the appliance around and to hold doors when removing re fitting hinges and doors to avoid any injury and damage to the product Please refer to diagrams supplied To follow numbers in brackets below refer to the main diagram 9 1 Switch off the appliance at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug 2 Remove all food loose items and fittings from inside the appliance and door shelves 3 Carefully tilt the appliance on its back side 1 You may need somebody to help you Take care not to damage the appliance by laying on some protective material e g its original packaging Make sure that you tilt the appliance on its back side otherwise compressor oil may block the pipes and you may damage the appli
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