Brandt AFB38 Refrigerator User Manual PDF

Instructions pour utilisation et installation

Instructions for installation and use

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STARTING PROCEDURE

SAFETY REGULATIONS

YOUR APPLIANCE

REVERSIBILITY OF THE DOORS

APPLIANCE INSTALLATION

SAVING ENERGY

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

USE OF THE APPLIANCE

FREEZING

DEFREEZING

DEFROSTING

CLEANING

MINOR BREAKDOWNS AND ANOMALIES

Disposal Of Used Appliances

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Safety Regulations

The opening of the door is usually to the left (hinges on the right); if instead you wish to invert it, you may proceed as follows: 1. Lay the appliance carefully on its back (doors facing upwards). 2. Remove the base trim by placing your hands below it and pulling the tongues which

you will find about half way along. Rotate the base trim upwards to release it (R1). Remove the tongue from the socket on the left and reinsert it into the socket on the right (R2).

3. Unscrew the bottom hinge (R3), unscrew the pin on the right and screw it in on the left (R4).

4. Remove the freezer door (R5). 5. Unscrew the middle hinge (R6) and close the holes on the cabinet with the plugs

supplied.

CAPTION

A Refrigerator zone

B Freezer zone

C Base trim

D Freezer thermostat knob

E Fridge thermostat knob

F Light box

G Shelves

H Maxi Fresh Opening

K Door trays

L Bottle holders

M Salad/vegetable drawers

N Evaporator

P Water drainage outlet

R Adjustable feet

S Fast Freeze button

Drawing is purely illustrative

Should your model not have the

drawers M, opening K

can be used for the vegetable

compartment and not as

a Maxi Fresh opening.

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YOUR APPLIANCE

REVERSIBILITY OF THE

DOORS

1. If your appliance has vertical

handles, unscrew them from the

left-hand side and screw them back

on the right-hand side, repositioning

the blanking plugs (R21).

2. If your appliance has screw-on

horizontal handles, remove the

concealing plugs, unscrew the

handles, swap the positions, turn

180, screw back on and refit the

plugs (R22).

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Reversibility of the handles

6. Remove the concealing plugs from the top rear of the refrigerator door (R7) and remove the door from the top hinge (R8). Remove the blanking plugs from the left-hand side of the freezer door (R9).

7. Unscrew the stop from the freezer door, turn it the other way round and screw it onto the left-hand side of the refrigerator door (R10). Unscrew the right-hand stop from the refrigerator door, reverse, and screw it onto the left-hand side of the freezer door (R11).

8. Insert the blanking plug, which was originally on the left, into the right-hand side of the freezer door (R12).

9. Remove the concealing plugs from the control panel (R13) and free the hinge (R14).

10. Unscrew the top hinge (R15). 11. Tighten the upper left-hand hinge

after having turned it 180 and replace the concealing plugs (R16).

12. Remove with a plier the preengraved stripe positioned laterally on the plastic door cap (R23).

13. Slide the refrigerator door onto the top hinge (R17), screw on the middle hinge (R18), fit the freezer door (R19) and screw on the bottom hinge (R20).

14. Refit the base trim.

After installing your appliance, check that nothing has been damaged. Should you detect any

possible damage to the appliance, please contact your appliance salesman immediately.

Do not disperse packaging material such as plastic bags, polystyrene strips, etc., around the

environment. Keep such material away from children.

If the appliance has been transported in a horizontal position, do not plug in the

appliance but wait for a few hours in order to allow the oil to flow back into the

compressor. Place the appliance in a dry and aerated environment, duly protected from

weather elements. Avoid placing your appliance on balconies, verandas, terraces. Excessive

heat during summer and cold during winter could alter the good functioning operation of the

appliance or even damage it altogether.

Do not position your appliance near a source of heat like an oven or a central heating plant.

Do not place your appliance next to other pieces of furniture, but leave at least a 3 to 5 cm

space on the sides and 10 cm on the top.

Keep your appliance away from the wall by inserting spacers at the back of the said

appliance.

Adjust the front legs so that the appliance will lean slightly backwards, to allow the

door to close properly.

Clean your refrigerator compartment with a solution of sodium bicarbonate dissolved in water

(1 spoon for every 4 litres of water). Do not use alcohol, abrasive powders or detergents, as

these could ruin the surface.

This appliance works best when the ambient temperature is between 10 C and 32 C.

The first way to save electricity is to select the correct place for appliance installation as

specified above under installation instructions.

The second way to save electricity is to prevent heat from entering the refrigerator

compartments. Keep the refrigerator doors open for as little time as possible and never store

hot food inside, like soups or similar dishes in particular, as these will produce a great deal of

steam. Periodically check the door gaskets. Ensure the perfect closure of the doors. Should

this not be the case, please contact the Service Centre.

The third way to save electricity is to maintain the heat exchange parts in good condition.

Prevent condensation from accumulating in the refrigerator. Defrost the appliance whenever

the frost thickness exceeds 1-2 cm. This is not necessary with NO-FROST appliances. Clean

the condenser periodically as specified below in this Booklet.

Please ensure that the voltage (Volt, V) of the mains socket matches the indications on the

data plate which you will find inside your appliance.

Should the socket and the appliance plug not be compatible, do not use adapters,

multiple plugs or extensions, but have the socket replaced with another suitable kind

by qualified personnel.

The socket which feeds the appliance must be kept operational for future operations

(cleaning, defrosting, etc.).

Should the cable become damaged, replace it timeously by contacting specialized Service

Centres for the purchase and assembly of the said cable.

Electric safety of this appliance is assured only when it has been connected to a perfectly

effective earthing installation as specified in the electric safety norms in force.

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Important: if the appliance has been transported to your house in a horizontal

position, please wait for a few hours before plugging in the appliance to allow oil to

flew back into the compressor.

Proceed with the Internal cleaning , then connect the appliance to the electric socket without

using an adaptor (see Electrical connection).

Adjust the thermostats to the food preservation position of your choice (see Instructions for

fridge-freezer use).

STARTING PROCEDURE

APPLIANCE INSTALLATION

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

SAVING ENERGY

Appliance fitted with rollers If your appliance is equipped with

rollers, remember that these rollers

serve to facilitate small movements. Do

not pull or push it for long distances.

Having set up the appliance in its

proper position, adjust the small front

feet.

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USE OF THE APPLIANCE

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Freezing Ensure that your freezing operations are carried out under the most hygienic conditions as freezing alone does not sterilise the food. It is advisable to freeze the food by packing it into separate meal portions and not in bulk form. Never put hot or even warm foodstuffs into the freezer! Prior to storing the frozen food, pack it in plastic bags, polyethylene sheets, aluminium foil or freezing containers (this material is found on the market and is labelled suitable for freezing). Each pack or container, etc. which you will store into the freezer must follow the instructions below: freezing date and expiry date; number of portions; the glass containers must be of the Pyrex type and MUST NEVER be filled to the brim: (freezing expands liquids);

the packs must be pressed down for air elimination within and must be as flat as possible; all frozen food packs, whatever the type, must be closed in order to protect the food. The maximum quantity of food which can be stored within a period of 24 hours is shown on the data table. Never store a higher quantity of food than indicated. Do not place fresh foodstuffs next to frozen food. This would cause an increase in the temperature of the frozen foodstuffs.

The fast freezing compartment is the first compartment at the top.

The maximum amount of food that can be frozen is stated on the information plate under the heading " "Capacit di congelazione/Freezing capacity (kg/24h)". Never place larger amounts inside all at the same time. It is better that you turn the switch off as soon as the freezing is completed (max 24 hours).

Defrost foodstuffs for immediate use only. Defrosting can be carried out in the following four manners: inside the refrigerator; in ambient temperatures; inside an oven at 40/50 or in a micro-wave oven; directly by cooking. Defrosting in the refrigerator is a slower but safer operation and allows you to save electricity. The freezing temperature of the foodstuff is released into the refrigerator during defrosting.

Defrosting of the refrigerator This is an automatic operation and the water which is formed is discharged through the DRAINAGE OUTLET into the COLLECTION TRAY. The water will then evaporate through the heat transmitted by the COMPRESSOR.

Defrosting of the freezer Defrost every time you notice the formation of frost or ice 5-6 mm. thick. This layer of ice will reduce the freezing power and will increase energy consumption.

Wrap the frozen food in newspaper and then cover out with wrappers (insulated bags or boxes are also suitable). Place them in a cool place, preferably in the fridge, awaiting to be put into the freezer again. Before carrying out any other operation unplug the electric current.

You may hasten this process by placing inside the freezer a pot with hot water isolating it from the bottom with a small wooden board. Do not use heaters, hairdryers or other electrical appliances, knives or any other metal objects. You may damage the freezer beyond repair. Once the defrosting has been completed, in order to carry out cleaning operation and re-packing the freezer you have to strictly follow the instructions.

Important notice If you purchase frozen foodstuffs verify that:

the packing has boon well sealed and not

mishandled or damaged;

there are no iced lenses (this means that

the product has already been oven

partially thawed);

the processing date and dates relevant to

the type of freezer have boon clearly

marked (yours is * * * * );

in the meantime the products have not

thawed, not oven partially;

Never put into your mouth frozen products

that have just been taken out of the freezer

(ice-cream, ice-blues, ice cubes, etc.), where

the low temperature to which they have been

subjected may cause ice burns and possible

tongue damage.

In case of prolonged current absence transfer

the frozen foodstuffs into another working

freezer.

If the food stuffs have been thawed, even

partially, you may re-freeze them only

after having cooked them!

In order to obtain maximum freezing capacity, turn on the fast-freeze switch (see

Caption) 24 hours before putting in food to be frozen.

FREEZING

DEFREEZING

DEFROSTING

In order to facilitate collecting of defrosting water, insert the pallet and place a low container to collect water.

Warning for Alto System

appliances When you unplug the appliance for defrosting and cleaning, you should wait for about 24 hours so that the accumulators warm up to room temperature. They will continue to frost up and form condensation water until they become warm.

Internal cleaning Before carrying out any other operation, unplug the freezer. Clean both the refrigerator and

the freezer by using sodium bicarbonate dissolved in water (1 spoonful every 4 litres of

water).

DO NOT USE ABRASIVE DETERGENTS.

Rinse off with water and dry with a cloth. Plug into the socket. Turn the knob to the

conservation temperature position. Wait 3-4 hours before placing food inside. To use the

freezer activate fast freeze and wait 3-4 hours before placing deep frozen and/or fresh

products into the respective compartments of the freezer. Remove the fast freeze operation

after 24 hours.

External cleaning Before carrying out any other operation, unplug the freezer. Use the same delicate method

for external cleaning as you did for the internal cleaning. Remember to dust off the condenser

placed at the back of the appliance. Use a dry brush or better still, a vacuum cleaner.

Water droplets at the bottom of the

refrigerator

The water drainage outlet is obstructed.

Clean it with the help of a small wire

(fig. L2).

The light inside the refrigerator is off

Check the points detailed under No

cooling power

The refrigerator light is burnt out.

Replace bulb in this manner: unplug the

electric current, unscrew the screw on

the light box, remove the light box and

replace the bulb with a similar one (15

WATT max) (fig. L1); screw the light box

again. Remove the burnt-out bulb only if

you have another to replace it.

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CLEANING

MINOR BREAKDOWNS AND

ANOMALIES

Before calling the Service department, check whether you can solve the problem through the following check-points: Unusual noises - You haven't regulated the base properly and so the freezer vibrates. Reduced cooling power - You have placed a larger quantity of food than advisable. You have opened the door too many times. The door has not been properly closed. The appliance does not cool - Check that the plug and socket are making contact. You may have blown a mains fuse. The main light switch has tripped. The thermostat is off, the knob is on "0" position. The exterior of the appliance is hot - This is NOT a defect, but helps to prevent formation of condensate on the external parts of the appliance. White streaking on frozen meats - The temperature is too low or you have not heeded the expiry dates indicated on the freezing chart. Part-freezing - Normally, products containing lots of sugar, fats and alcohol such as ice-creams or juices, do not freeze completely and remain partially soft. Water droplets on the external walls of the appliance - During the Spring and Autumn seasons, when the house heating is turned off, it may happen that the external walls of the appliance show some water droplets (condensate). This phenomenon does not interfere with the good functioning of the appliance and is not dangerous to people. Frost build up inside - The doors are not properly shut. You have opened the doors too often. Water or ice droplets on the back vertical wall of the refrigerator compartment - This is not a defect. The door opens with difficulty - It is normal for the door to offer some resistance to opening after being closed. This is to ensure a perfect seal of the doors. Wait a few minutes before opening once again.

Fresh meat

We advise you to thaw the meat completely before cooking it to avoid meat from cooking quicker on the outside than on the inside, with the exception of schnitzels that can be put directly to cook with a low/medium flame and for boiled meats.

Poultry They must be plucked, skinned and the innards removed, cut into pieces, washed and dried.

Feathered game They must be plucked, skinned and the innards removed, cut into pieces, washed and dried.

Fish

Cooked food N.B. The time limit of preservation of cooked food is reduced if you use fat bacon or lard as sauces.

Put directly onto the flame or into the oven without thawing.

PRODUCT TIME LIMIT Small cuts of lamb 6 months Roasted pig 5 months Pork chops 4 months Boiled beef, roast beef 10 months Beef steaks, ribs, stew

8 months Roast veal Veal steaks, choice veal cuts 10 months Minced meat 4 months Giblets 3 months Sausages 2 months

PRODUCT TIME LIMIT Duck 4 months Rabbit 6 months Chicken for broth 7 months Goose 4 months Chicken 10 months Turkey 6 months Giblets 3 months

PRODUCT TIME LIMIT Wild duck

8 monthsWoodcock Pheasant Hare 6 months Partridge

8 months Quail

PRODUCT TIME LIMIT PREPARATION Carp

2 months Remove scales, gut and clean fish, remove head, wash, dry and freeze

Pike Rhomb Salmon Mackerel Tench Trout Gilthead

3 months Remove scales, gut and clean fish, remove head, wash, immerse in cold salt water for 30 seconds, dry and freezeSole

PRODUCT TIME LIMIT COOKING PREPARATIONS Meat stew sauce

3 months Not fully cooked

Tomato sauce Fully cooked Vegetable soup 2 months Without pasta Lasagne 4 months Not fully cooked Roast 2 months Fully cooked Osso buco (Marrow-bone) 1 month

Not fully cooked Meat stews 3 months Game in salmi

2 months Fully cooked

Boiled fish Baked fish Pepperoni, eggplant (aubergines), Meat-stuffed baby marrows

Not fully cooked Boiled spinach Pizza 6 months Fully cooked

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FREEZING TABLES

It is advisable to steam cook the vegetables so as not to loose the vitamins and minerals into the water. Therefore there is no need to wait for them to dry before freezing them, but allow them to cool first.

Generally, the vegetables are better if they are cooked directly without thawing. Reduce the cooking times bearing in mind the boiling effected before freezing.

Fruit must be covered with sugar or syrup according to the cases. The quantity of sugar to use in order to preserve it is about 250 gr. per kg of fruit. Syrups are to be used in different percentages and they are prepared by boiling water with some sugar already melted in it. The various concentration are: 30% solution, 450 gr. of sugar for every litre of water 40% solution, 650 gr. of sugar for every litre of water 50% solution, 800 gr. of sugar for every litre of water

To maintain the colour of the fruit unaltered, dip it into some lemon juice before covering it with sugar, or otherwise add some lemon juice to the syrup. Fruit to be freezed needs an hour in the fridge for setting before being placed into the freezer. The syrup must cover the fruit completely.

To be preserved for 2 months. Defreeze the bread in the oven at 50 C having put it in be- fore switching the oven on.

Before freezing butter and cheese, cut them into pieces for weekly consumption. Butter is preserved for 8 months and so is hard cheese (parmesan). Other types of cheese need 4 months. defreezing must be done in the fridge being careful about the condensation which logically forms on these products.

Asparagus 12 months Wash, remove hard parts 2 minutes Cabbage, cauliflower 6 months Wash, cut into pieces 2 minutes (1) Artichokes

12 months

Remove external leaves 6 minutes (1) Beans Shell 3 minutes French beans Wash, remove stalk 4 minutes Mushrooms Wash 2 minutes (1) Eggplants Wash, slice 4 minutes (2) Pepperonies (3) Wash, slice, remove pips

Do not boilPeas, tomatoes (3) Shell, freeze, immediately placing them on one layer only, pack them

Parsley, basil 8 months Wash

Spinach

12 months

2 minutes Mixed vegetables ready for soup (Celery, carrots, beetroot, leaks, etc.)

Wash, cut into pieces, divide into portions, do not put potatoes as they turn black

Do not boil

(1) Put a bit of vinegar or lemon in the cooking water. (2) Salt well before cooking. (3) The vegetables become mushy during the thawing, owing to the high content of water in them. We advise freezing only if you

intend consuming the cooked products.

Apricots 8 months Wash, stone, 40% syrup Pineapple

10 months Peel, slice, 50% syrup

Oranges Peel, slice, 30% syrup Cherries Wash, stone, cover with sugar or with 30% syrup Strawberries

12 months Wash, remove stalks and cover with sugar

Melons Peel, slice, remove pips and cover with 30% syrup Peaches 8 months Peel, stone, slice and cover with 50% syrup Grapefruit 12 months Peel, slice, 30% syrup Citrus juice 10 months Squeeze, remove pips, sugar according to taste Plums

12 months Peel, stone, cover with sugar or with 50% syrup

Grapes Separate the grapes from the stalk, wash, cover with sugar or with 30% syrup Whortleberries, blackberries red, black current goose berries, raspberries

10 months Wash, remove stalks, cover w