Refrigerator - FreezerThank you for your trust and for buying this appliance. We hope it will successfully serve your purpose for many years. Upright Refrigerator - Freezer (hereinafter the appliance) consisting of two sections: the refrigerator (top part) and freezer (bottom part). Refrigerator is used for storage of fresh food in households at the temperature of 0°C and higher. Freezer is used for freezing fresh food and for storage of frozen food in households (up to one year, depending on the kind of food). Refrigerator - freezer .......................3 Before first operation ......................4 Description of the appliance ..........5 Location and installation ................6 Change of door opening direction.7 Control panel....................................8 Storing fresh food .........................10 Freezing and storage of frozen food .................................................12 Defrosting the appliance...............14 Cleaning the appliance .................15 Troubleshooting guide..................16 Noise level ......................................18 Instructions for Use 3 you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. leave it stand for about 2 hours. • The appliance must be connected to the mains supply in accordance with the standing regulations and local requirements. • The appliance must not be used in open air or exposed to weather precipitation. For the sake of environmental protection be careful not to damage 4 the tubes at the rear wall of the appliance. before cleaning and before replacing the light bulb. • If the power supply cord is damaged. • Always disconnect the appliance from power supply before attempting any repairs (only qualified personnel should do the repairs).Before first operation • Before connection of the appliance read these instructions carefully. This will reduce possibility of malfunctions in the cooling system due to transport and handling. The instructions are prepared for different types and models of the appliance so they may contain descriptions of functions and components your appliance may not have. • Never let the children play with the appliance. your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. • Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply. please contact your local city office. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly. Instructions for Use . • Every now and then check if the appliance is sufficiently ventilated (adequate air circulation behind the appliance). Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. in order to avoid hazard it must be replaced by the manufacturer or his service agent or by qualified personnel. The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Appliances contain refrigerant and insulation substances which require special decomposition. • Remove the obsolete appliance from use immediately. which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of thisproduct. For more detailed information about recycling of this product. They describe the appliance and give instructions for its safe and correct use. depending on the model of the appliance.Description of the appliance The appliance can be equipped with various accesories. A Refrigerator B Freezer 1 Control panel 2 Fan 3 Interior light bulb 4 Bottle rack 5 Storage basket 6 Shelf 7 Defrost water drain outlet 8 Crisp pan 9 Slide 10 Cold accumulators 11 Freezer compartment 12 Storage compartment 13 Defrost water collection groove Instructions for Use 5 . Required nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the rating plate. Allowed ambient temperature depends on the model (class) of the appliance and is declared on the rating plate of the appliance. water heater or similar devices) and do not expose it to direct sunlight. Class SN (subnormalni) N (normalni) ST (subtropski) T (tropski) Ambient temperature od + 10°C do + 32°C od + 16°C do + 32°C od + 16°C do + 38°C od + 16°C do + 43°C Positioning the appliance ♦ Place the appliance firmly on a solid base. ♦ The connection to the mains supply and earthing have to be made according to current standards and regulations. If this is not possible.g. The appliance will resist minor temporary voltage tolerances. ♦ Never place the appliance near heat emitting devices (e. radiator. ♦ Two spacers attached to the appliance must be fitted onto the upper edge of the condenser. cooker. therefore turn them accordingly and fix them to the appliance.Location and Installation Selecting the right location ♦ Place the appliance in dry and regularly ventilated room. thus preventing the appliance from being installed too close to the wall. ♦ The appliance should be positioned at least 3 cm away from the electric or gas cooker and at least 30 cm away from the oil or coal stove. use an appropriate insulation. use them to level the appliance. but not exceeding -6 to +6 %. Spacers are manufactured for all-purpose function depending on the distance of the condenser from the wall. Connection to Power Supply ♦ Using the power cord connect the appliance to the power supply socket outlet with a ground terminal (safety socket). Some appliances have adjustable feet on the front side. 6 Instructions for Use . • • Door handles have various shapes. VI). hold the doors to prevent them from falling off. • Be careful not to damage the appliance. • After unscrewing the hinges. Save the door opening stopper for eventual later use. remove the door stopper and tighten the screw back on. From (Fig. On the bottom side of both doors loosen the door opening stopper screw. the condenser unit at the rear of the appliance. cross head screwdriver. depending on the model (V. Instructions for Use 7 . i. On the newly selected hinge side loosen the screw and use it to tighten the door opening stopper. • Exchange the position of door hinge dowels and dowel covers on the top side of both doors.Change of door opening direction To carry out this operation you will require a flat head screwdriver. a wrench number 8 and a TORX wrench number 20. supplied with the appliance.e. • It may be necessary to tilt the appliance to screw or unscrew the bottom hinge. VII) on continue the change procedure in the opposite sequence. freezer (indicating actual temperatures inside the appliance) (A4. Orange indicator light: illuminated when the Superfrost operation is on (B9) until the actual temperatures fall below indicated values.freezer The refrigerator / freezer is switched on by pressing the ON/OFF button (A2.freezer (A3.B1) 2.freezer ♦ Temperature in the refrigerator is set by pressing the (-/+) buttons (A3. Temperature decrease button for refrigerator .B3) 4. Red alarm light: flashes when alarm in refrigerator .B2) 3. These values remain on display 8 5. ♦ Selected temperature remains displayed for 5 seconds. B2) for 3 seconds.Control panel Control panel A Refrigerator controls B Freezer controls 1. Setting the temperature inside the refrigerator . B1) turns on when the refrigerator – freezer starts operating. while the freezer temperature is set by pressing the (-/+) buttons (B3. SUPERFROST operation button for fast freezing (B8) 9. ♦ Each time the appliance is switched on for the first time.B7) 8.freezer is on (A7. Digital temperature display for refrigerator .freezer (A5. Green indicator light: illuminated when either the freezer or the refrigerator is ON) (A1. During the Instructions for Use . B5) between 16°C and -24°C. A5) between +1°C and +9°C. The green LED (A1. Temperature increase button for refrigerator .B6) 7.B4) ON /OFF button for refrigerator . the digital display indicates (A4) refrigerator temperature of +9°C and (B4) freezer temperature of 0°C. ON/OFF button for refrigerator freezer (A2.B5) 6. Alarm OFF button for refrigerator freezer (A6. first switch it off by pressing ON – OFF buttons (A2. it will switch off automatically. ♦ After the setting is completed. If you forget to switch this button off. Red light (B7) is flashing. Press the button (A6. and the freezer alarm sounds each hour in case of elevated temperature.B6) to return the appliance to normal operation. Sound alarm is switched off by pressing the button (A6). Fast freezing »SUPERFROST« Press the SUPERFROST button (B8). and leave the door ajar. and when larger quantities of fresh food is inserted in the appliance. B2) (power failure). the digital display (A4. orange indicator light is on (B9). The appliance Instructions for Use 9 . ♦ This function is used with the first start of the appliance.setting operation all other buttons are blocked. operates according to the last set values (function „MEMORY”). defrost and clean. ♦ The alarm can be turned off by pressing the Alarm Off button (B6). Empty the appliance. sound and visual alarms are activated (A7). Switching the appliance off When you do not intend to use the appliance for longer period of time. Open door alarm If the refrigerator door is left open for more than 1 minute. Freezer high temperature sound alarm The sound alarm is activated if the freezer temperature rises above the allowed level (intermittent tone) and red lamp is flashing (B7).B4) flashes and indicates highest reached temperature.B4) indicates actual inside temperatures. before cleaning. the digital display (A4. and red light goes off automatically when the temperature inside the freezer reaches adequate level. B2) and unplug the appliance from the mains. ♦ If the appliance was not switched off by pressing the ON-OFF button (A2. Never store inflammable. If you want to remove the shelf. butter and yogurt as well as other smaller packages. Unpleasant odor inside the refrigerator is a sign that something is wrong with food or that your refrigerator needs cleaning (see Cleaning of the appliance). ♦ Shelves can be optionally placed on the guides inside the appliance. volatile or explosive substances. correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of the food stored. acids in butter etc. make sure to remove quickly perishable articles of food out of the appliance before you leave. Food to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed as to prevent neither emission nor reception of moisture and odors. 10 Instructions for Use . slightly lift up the back part and pull it out. cheese. can cause damage in prolonged contact with plastic surfaces or gaskets for longer period of time they can cause accelerated aging of the plastic material. Equipment depends on the model. Beverages with high alcohol percentage shall be stored in tightly sealed bottles in vertical position.Storing Fresh Food Interior accessories in the refrigerator Important precautions for storage of food Proper use of the appliance. tubes. Always respect the best before date. adequately packed food. Quickly perishable food should be stored on the back i. cans etc.e. ♦ The lower shelf is used for storing bottles. They are protected against pulling out. printed on the packaging. ♦ The door liner consists of various shelves or holders used for storing eggs. Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon or orange peel. the coldest part of the shelves. It is equipped with bottle retainer to prevent them from sliding (equipment depends on the model). ♦ Bottle rack is used for storing bottles with maximum weight of 13 kg – see warning sticker below the thermostat casing in the appliance. If you plan a longer journey. fruit. roots • butter • cheese • cake. Fan operation is stopped when the refrigerator door is opened. marinades smoked meat.♦ Fan (certain models only) improves the even distribution of temperature and decreases dew upon storage racks. • carrots. raw minced meat up to 10 days up to 8 days up to 7 days up to 4 days up to 2 days up to 1 day Instructions for Use 11 . raw chunks of meat • fish. Fresh Food Storage Time in the Refrigerator Recommended storage time (days) • eggs. prepared dishes. Storing commercially frozen food The storage time and recommended temperature for storing commercially frozen foods is indicated on the packaging. fat fish Instructions for Use 10 to 12 months 8 to 10 months 6 to 8 months 4 to 6 months 4 months 3 months 2 months 1 month . Always follow manufacturer's instructions for storage and use of frozen food. It is most important that the food is frozen as quickly as possible. Approximate Storage Time of Frozen Foods • Fruit. When shopping be careful to choose only food which is adequately packed and provided with complete data and stored in freezers where the temperature is not higher than -18°C. Take care that packages don't start to thaw. Mark packages with following data: kind and amount of foods and the date of loading.Freezing and storage of frozen food The freezing procedure ♦ Freeze your food in the freezing compartment. veal. beef • Vegetables. Select adequate packaging for each kind of food and pack it correctly. ♦ After 24 hours you may relocate the food to the storage compartment. After this period insert fresh food in the freezing compartment. Food should be of adequate quality and fresh. and repeat the freezing procedure if required. If the loaded amount is too large. Important cautions in freezing fresh food Freeze only such food which is suitable for freezing and sustain low temperatures. Activate the SUPERFROST function by pressing the button (8) for continuous operation 24 hours prior intended freezing. ♦ Do not let the already frozen packages touch the fresh ones. − The packaging should be air tight and well sealed without leaking since this could cause substantial vitamin loss and dehydration. Do not buy packages of food wrapped with frost. the quality of freezing is reduced which affects the quality of frozen foods. This indicates that the package was thawed before at least once. Temperature rise shortens the storage time of commercially frozen foods. pastry. We therefore recommend the size of the package not to be too large and to be cooled before loading into the freezer. poultry • Venison • Pork • Minced meat • Bread. ready dishes fat free fish • Intestines • Smoked sausages. The amount of the fresh foods that can be loaded in the freezer as a single load is 12 stated on the rating plate. Cold air preserves the food but it does not destroy microorganisms which rapidly activate themselves after defrosting and make foods perishable. especially of fruits. Partial defrosting reduces the nutritional value of foods. vegetables and readymade meals. Instructions for Use 13 .Defrosting of Frozen Food Partially thawed or defrosted foods should be used as soon as possible. etc. ♦ Do not thaw the appliance with electric appliances (hair dryer. ♦ Clean the interior of the appliance and wipe it dry (see Cleaning of the appliance). Freezer Defrosting ♦ Clean the freezer when the frost layer in the freezer reaches thickness of 3-5 mm.). ♦ 24 hours before defrosting set the SUPERFROST switch (8) to continuous operation. Previously set temperatures are preserved. In case of excessive ice deposits at the inner rear wall of the refrigerator (3-5 mm).Defrosting the appliance Automatic defrosting of the refrigerator There is no need to defrost the refrigerator. ♦ Avoid using defrosting sprays. 14 Instructions for Use . The yellow light is on. ♦ Switch the appliance off by pressing the button (B2) for 3 seconds.. as they may cause damage to the plastic parts and may be hazardous to health. switch the appliance off by pressing the button (A2) for 3 seconds and defrost it manually. After that empty the freezer and take care that the packages remain frozen. because ice deposited at the inner back wall is defrosted automatically. Ice deposited on the inner back wall during the compressor operation is defrosted when the compressor stops operating. and condensed water drops are drained through the outlet in the inner back wall into the drain pan situated above the compressor where it evaporates.. ♦ Before reloading of food into the freezer press the button (B2) to switch the appliance on. ♦ Insert the enclosed pipe into the groove in the bottom of the appliance and place a vessel underneath to collect the defrost water. is not appropriate for the cleaning of plastic and coated parts. Be careful to remove any cleanser agent remaining after cleaning. ♦ Coated surfaces are cleaned with soft cloth and an alcohol based cleaning agent (for example glass cleaners). ♦ Wash the interior of the appliance with lukewarm water. so do not forget to inspect them and clean if necessary (use plastic straw to free the outlet hole). ♦ The application of abrasive and specially aggressive cleaners. for example). ♦ Do not use abrasive or aggressive agents for cleaning of plastic and coated surfaces as you can damage them. Instructions for Use 15 . ♦ Clean the exterior of the appliance with water and liquid detergent. ♦ Groove and drain outlet located below the cooling panel at the rear wall must not be clogged (with food particles. Do not use sharp pointed objects. You may also use alcohol (ethanol or isopropyl alcohol). therefore clean the dust periodically with non-metallic brush or vacuum cleaner. ♦ Ice and(or frost deposits exceeding 3-5 mm increase energy consumption. such as the stainless steel cleaners. solvents or sprays. so remove them regularly. ♦ The condenser on the rear wall must always be clean and free of dust or kitchen fumes deposits. ♦ Clean also the drip pan above the compressor (do not remove the pan).Cleaning the appliance Switch the appliance off by pressing for both buttons (A2 and B2) refrigerator and freezer operation. mixed with little vinegar. ♦ After cleaning switch the appliance on and reload the food. • Clean the clogged outlet hole with plastic straw. • Frequent opening of the door.. • Excessive quantity of fresh food inserted at once. • Frequent opening of the door. • Long power failure. • Food or dishes touch the rear wall of the refrigerator. • Frequent opening of the door. etc. • Door not closed properly (particle between door gasket. damaged gasket. clean the condenser.. • Bad door sealing. etc.. sagged door. • Inserting hot food in the refrigerator. door open too long. • Excessive quantity of fresh food inserted at once. • Insufficient cooling of the compressor and condenser. and clean the condenser.). • Thaw thick ice deposits manually (see Manual defrost). • Door not closed properly (particle between door gasket.Troubleshooting Guide Fault The appliance does not operate after connection to the mains Cause / remedy • Check if there is power in the socket and if the appliance is switched on. clean or replace the gasket if dirty or damaged. water drips past the collection groove. door open too long. • Drain outlet clogged. Cooling system operates without interruption • Check adequacy of air circulation for sufficient cooling of the compressor.). door open too long. sagged door. check gasket sealing.. Excessive ice formation at the rear interior wall of the refrigerator Water dripping from the refrigerator Red light is on 16 Instructions for Use . Remove the plastic cover (in the arrow 2 direction). • Don't forget: the old bulb does not belong to organic waste. 25 W Osram Halolux. call the nearest service center and tell them the information from the rating plate: type of appliance.) and fit back the cover. Digital temperature display flashes Troubleshooting helpful hints Instructions for Use 17 . call the service center. max.Fault Difficult opening of the door Cause / remedy • If you want to open the immediately closed door of the freezer you may experience resistance. Replace the bulb with a new one – halogenous or standard (E 14. • When the temperature is outside normal limits. located inside or at the rear of the appliance. • This is normal when setting the refrigerator or freezer temperature. Situation is normalized after a few minutes. disconnect the appliance form the power supply. model and serial number. Bulb replacement • Before replacing the light bulb. Cooling of such air creates negative pressure (vacuum) which prevents easy opening of the door. • If none of the above proves effective and you can not remove the fault by yourself. • When the letter E appears on the display. This happens because certain quantity of cold air escapes from the appliance through the open door and is replaced by warm ambient air. • In case of power failure. • Light bulb is consumption material and is not covered with the warranty. Philips H. and you can open the door with ease.E. Press the cover at the rear side with your fingers (in the arrow 1 direction) to detach it from its position. also check the bottles. tins and other vessels that might touch each other and rattle. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE SPECIFICATIONS WITH NO INFLUENCE ON THE FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE. ♦ After starting the appliance. the operation of the compressor and the refrigerant flow may be louder which does not mean that something is wrong with the appliance and it has no influence on the lifetime of the appliance. This noise is often the consequence of inadequate positioning of the appliance. 18 Instructions for Use . Gradually the noise is reduced and subsides. ♦ Check whether the accessories in the interior of the appliance are placed correctly in their positions. The level of such noise depends upon the location. ♦ The appliance shall be placed and leveled firmly on solid base. whose operation may produce certain noise. correct use and age of the appliance.Noise level The refrigerator – freezer appliances are cooled by the refrigeration system including the compressor. ♦ Sometimes the appliance produces unusual and stronger noise which is rather unusual for the appliance. ♦ It should not touch the wall or kitchen units standing next to it. Instructions for Use Refrigerator .Freezer Instructions for Use 19 . HZOS 33. 20 141737/en (10-08) Instructions for Use . 35 N. EL.