SEVERIN KS 9957 (01) PDF Document

The cooling circuit in this appliance contains the refrigerant isobutane (R600a), a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. Ensure that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged during transportation and installation. If damage to the cooling circuit does occur, do not switch on or connect the appliance to the mains power. In the case that there is an open fire or any other sources of ignition in the vicinity of the refrigerant gas, make sure it is removed immediately from this area and that the room is then thoroughly ventilated.

Warning: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Sufficient ventilation must be ensured at all times.

Warning: Do not damage the cooling circuit. Any escaping refrigerant causes damage to the eyes; there is also a danger of the gas igniting.

Warning: Do not use any external device (e.g., heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-frosting; follow only the methods recommended in this manual.

Warning: Do not operate any electrical appliances (e.g. ice makers) inside the storage compartment that are not specifically permitted in these instructions.

This appliance is intended for domestic or similar applications, such as:

– in shops, offices and other similar working environments,

– in agricultural areas,

– by customers in hotels, motels etc. and similar establishments,

– in bed-and-breakfast type environments.

This appliance is not intended for commercial use, nor for use in the catering business or similar wholesale environments.

– Before it is connected to the mains power, the unit must be thoroughly checked for transport damage, including its power cord. In the event of any such damage being found, the appliance must not be connected to the mains.

– When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

– Do not locate portable multiple socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

– This appliance is not designed for the storage of explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant.

– If the unit is sold, handed over to a third party or disposed of at a suitable recycling facility, attention must be drawn to the presence of the insulation agent ‘cyclopenthane’ as well as to the refrigerant R600a.

– In order to comply with safety regulations and to avoid hazards, any repairs or modifications to this unit must be carried out by our authorised service personnel, including the replacement of the power cord.

– The power cord should be regularly examined for any signs of damage. In the event of such damage being found, the appliance must no longer be used.

– To avoid the risk of fire, do not place any thermo-electric appliances on top of the unit. Do not place liquid containers on top of the unit, to prevent any leaking or escaping liquid damaging the electrical insulation.

– Protect the inside of the refrigerator at all times from open flames and any other sources of ignition.

– This appliance may be used by children (at least 8 years of age) and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, provided they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance and fully understand all dangers and safety precautions involved.

– Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

– Children must not be permitted to play with the appliance.

– Children must not be permitted to carry out any cleaning or maintenance work on the appliance.

To avoid contamination of food, respect the following instructions:

– Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.

– Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.

– Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.

– If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods switch off, defrost, clean, dry and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.

Different areas of the refrigerator cabinet are affected differently by the cooling effect. The warmest area is around the door in the higher part of the cabinet, the coldest around the rear wall and in the lower part of the cabinet. The food should therefore be stored as follows:

– On main cabinet shelves (from top to bottom): bakery items, ready meals, dairy products, meat, fish and cold meats/sausages.

– In the vegetable compartment: vegetables, salad and fruit.

– In the door (from top to bottom): butter, cheese, eggs, tubes (eg mustard), small bottles, large bottles, milk and fruit-juice tetra-packs.

Remove the plug from the wall socket:

– in case of any malfunction,

– before de-frosting,

– during cleaning,

– before maintenance or repair work is carried out.

When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on the power cord; always grip the plug itself.

The unit consists of two parts: refrigerator cabinet (B) and freezer cabinet (A).

1. Temperature control and interior light

2. Storage shelves

3. Drain channel cleaning tool

4. Storage shelf

5. Vegetable/fruit fresh storage compartment

6. Bottle storage

7. Multi-purpose storage

8. Egg storage

9. Instructions for using freezer

10. Ice-cube tray

11. Storage shelf

12. Compressor

13. Melt-water evaporation tray

14. Condenser

– Remove any exterior and interior packaging materials completely, including the adhesive strips.

– The packaging materials must be properly disposed of.

– Fit the two enclosed spacer elements (1) into the corresponding guide slots on the rear (2).

– Before it is connected to the mains, the unit must be thoroughly checked for transport damage, including its power cord.

– Clean the unit as described in the section De-frosting and cleaning.

– The unit should only be transported in its vertical position; do not tilt any more than 30°.

– Once the unit has been positioned, wait for about 30 minutes before it is connected to the mains.

– If the unit has been tilted more than 30° during transport, allow it to stand upright for at least 4 hours before it is connected to the mains.

– When the unit is first switched on, a slight ‘new’ smell may be noticed. However, this will disappear once the cooling process has begun.

– The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry room.

– It should be operated in conditions where the relative humidity is no more than 70%.

– The product data sheet at the end of this manual contains details of the ambient temperature range suitable for this appliance.

– Do not use the appliance outdoors.

– Ensure that the plug is accessible and can be removed from the wall socket at any time.

– Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and do not position it next to any heat sources (radiators, cookers etc.). If this cannot be avoided, however, suitable insulation must be installed between the heat source and the unit.

– The unit must not be installed inside a cabinet, nor directly below a hanging cupboard, shelf or similar object.

– In the case of uneven floors, the adjustable feet on the unit can be used to compensate and ensure optimum stability.

Ventilation: The heated air around the rear of the unit must be able to circulate freely. Ensure, therefore, that the air circulation behind the unit is not obstructed. Caution: Ensure at all times that the rear ventilation openings around the top cover are not obstructed.

The unit is re-activated by connecting it to the mains. It is only switched off completely when the plug is removed from the wall socket.

The temperature in the refrigerator cabinet can be adjusted by setting the temperature control. Turning the control clockwise will decrease the temperature, while turning it anti-clockwise will increase it.

The medium settings are usually most suitable for home use. We recommend using a thermometer to check the actual temperature inside the cabinet and make adjustments as necessary.

Following a power interruption, or if the unit has been switched off on purpose, it may take 3 to 5 minutes before it switches on again.

In position ‘0’, the cooling function is switched off, though the appliance is still connected to the mains.

Changing the LED:

1. Remove the plug from the wall socket.

2. Use a suitable tool to release the locking tab (5) and remove the lamp cover (4).

3. Take out the defective LED and fit a new one (max. 2 W, socket type E14).

4. Replace the lamp cover.

5. Connect the unit to the mains power. It may take 3 to 5 minutes before it switches on again.

Freezer compartment door: To ensure that frozen food will not de-frost prematurely, the door to the freezer compartment should be kept closed at all times. This will also prevent an undue build-up of ice and frost. Ensure, therefore, that the door is only opened briefly to place food in the freezer compartment or to remove it.

Freezing and storing food: The freezer compartment is designed for deep-freezing and long-term storage of frozen food, and for making ice cubes.

– To ensure that nutritious elements such as vitamins are not lost, fresh food should be deep-frozen right through as quickly as possible. To that effect, the prepared food should be placed into the freezer compartments, properly spaced in one or two rows.

– Avoid contact with food that has already been frozen.

– Caution: Do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity per day. The product data sheet contains details of the maximum daily freezing capacity.

– Set the temperature control to Max to accelerate the freezing process. After 24 hours, once the food is well frozen, the temperature control can be set back to its original position.

– The time required to freeze food may be shortened by dividing it into smaller portions.

– Suitable packaging materials for frozen food are transparent (i.e. non-coloured) plastic wrap or bags, or aluminium foil. The packaging materials should be well aired before use; check that the package is airtight before freezing the food. We strongly recommend that you label every item stored in the freezer with all relevant information such as type of food, freezing date and use-by date.

– Do not attempt to deep-freeze carbonated beverages, warm food or any kind of bottled liquids.

– Frozen food can be defrosted in the refrigerator. This way, the food is defrosted at a slower rate, retaining its taste. Furthermore, the frozen food helps to keep the temperature inside the refrigerator at its intended level.

Use-by dates for frozen food are specified (in months) in the table below. Do not exceed these storage times. However, always observe the manufacturer’s use-by dates for the frozen food.

A special ice-cube tray is provided for making ice cubes. Fill the tray 3/4 full with drinking water and place it in the freezer compartment. The ice cubes are easier to remove from the tray if the tray is left standing at room temperature for 5 minutes.

General Cleaning:

– Always remove the plug from the wall socket before cleaning.

– Do not pour water over or inside the unit.

– For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm water with some mild detergent. To prevent any unpleasant odour within the refrigerator, it should be cleaned about once a month.

– Any accessories should be cleaned separately with soapy water. Do not put them in a dishwasher.

– Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions or any cleaning agents that contain alcohol.

– After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces with fresh water before wiping them completely dry. When re-inserting the plug into the wall socket ensure that you have dry hands.

– To save energy and to ensure optimum performance, the condenser (at the rear) as well as the compressor should be cleaned at least twice a year with a broom or a vacuum cleaner.

– Take care not to remove or damage the rating plate inside the cabinet during cleaning.

When de-frosting the freezer compartment:

Once the build-up of ice inside the freezer compartment has reached a thickness of 2-4 mm, it needs to be de-frosted. This should be done at least twice a year.

– Ensure that the plug has been removed from the wall socket.

– Remove all food from the compartment and store it in a cool location, eg together with pre-frozen freezer-packs in a closed plastic container. Note that, even with a slight increase in temperature, the storage life will be shortened and the food should be used as soon as possible.

– Keep the door open. To accelerate defrosting, one or several containers with hot (but not boiling) water may be placed inside the freezer compartment.

– Warning: do not use any external device or other means (e.g. heaters or heating fans) to accelerate de-frosting.

– After cleaning, ensure that the freezer compartment is thoroughly dried and set the temperature control to its maximum position. After 24 hours, it may turned back to its normal setting.

Defrosting the refrigerator cabinet:

The integral vapouriser is sealed in foam in the rear wall; you may therefore notice a build-up of frost around the rear area. This layer of frost will start melting when the compressor is not working. Through a system of hoses, the melt-water drains into the collection tray below the compressor, where it will be absorbed into the surrounding air. The unit does not therefore require de-frosting, but only proper cleaning instead. To enable the melt-water to drain freely, always ensure that the channel and discharge opening in the cabinet are free of any blockage.

– The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry room.

– Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, and do not position it next to any heat sources (radiators, cookers etc.). If this cannot be avoided, however, suitable insulation must be installed between the heat source and the unit.

– Do not cover the ventilation openings and grilles, and ensure sufficient air circulation behind the unit.

– The compressor (at the rear) should be cleaned at regular intervals. Accumulated dust causes an increase in energy consumption.

– Warm food should be allowed to cool down before it is stored inside.

– To prevent an increased build-up of ice, do not leave the doors of the unit open for too long when loading or taking out food.

– Frequent de-frosting helps to save energy. For detailed information on cleaning the appliance, please refer to the section De-frosting and cleaning.

– Do not set a lower-than-necessary temperature. For detailed information on the temperature settings, please refer to the section Temperature control.

Certain typical sounds can be heard when the appliance is switched on. These sounds are:

– caused by the electrical motor within the compressor assembly; during compressor start-up the sound level will be slightly higher for a limited period of time.

– caused by the cooling agent flowing through the circuit.

To prevent damage to the unit during transport, ensure that all accessories and components inside and around the appliance are securely fastened.

The unit must only be transported in its vertical position; do not tilt any more than 30°.

Once the unit has been positioned, wait for about 30 minutes before it is connected to the mains.

If the unit has been tilted more than 30° during transport, allow it to stand in an upright position for at least 4 hours before it is connected to the mains.

Appliances that are marked with this symbol have to be disposed of separately from household rubbish. These appliances contain valuable resources that can be recycled. A correct waste disposal protects the environment and the health of those around you.

– Pull the mains plug out of the socket and disconnect it from the appliance before getting rid of it.

– The cooling medium Isobutane (R600a) and the propellant in the isolation Cyclopentane (C5H10) are inflammable substances, thus, need to be appropriately disposed of.

– Make sure the tubes of the cooling circuit don’t get damaged before the proper disposal.

* The actual consumption depends on the use and the location of the appliance.