PROLINE PLC253NFWH Frost Free Fridge Freezer Instruction Manual

PROLINE PLC253NFWH Frost Free Fridge Freezer

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNINGS

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
  • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
  • farmhouses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments;
  • bed and breakfast type environments;
  • catering and similar non-retail applications.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• The appliance shall not be exposed to rain.
• WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• CAUTION: The cooling system is under high pressure. Do not touch it. Contact qualified maintenance services before disposal.
• INSTALLATION: DO NOT INSTALL THIS APPLIANCE IN AREAS THAT ARE TOO HUMID OR TOO COLD, SUCH AS THE OUTBUILDINGS, GARAGES OR WINE CELLARS.
• For disposal of the appliance:
• To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle the appliance responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources, refrigerants, and flammable insulation-blowing gases. The disposal should only be done through public collection points; contact the waste treatment center nearest your home for more details on the correct procedures for disposal.
• For installation, and servicing:
• The appliance should be placed on a horizontal floor and keep the ventilation freely. Don’t try to replace or repair any components by yourself, ask the service agency for help if necessary.
• For handling:
• Always handle the appliance to avoid any damage.
• WARNING: For making ice (ice cubes), use potable water only.
• Never freeze defrosted food except if they have been cooked before, in order to eliminate harmful bacteria. Never refreeze seafood that has been defrosted.
• Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials
• WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.
• To avoid contamination of food, please 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.
  • Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.
  • Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
  • Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
  • One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
  • If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mold from developing within the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• If you are discarding an old appliance with a lock / catch ttedto the door, ensure that it is left in a disabled condition to prevent the entrapment of young children when playing.
• Unplug the appliance from the main socket when not in operation and before cleaning. Remove food before cleaning the appliance.
• Do not insert oversized food as this could cause incorrect operation.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance.
• Do not give children ice cream and water ices direct from the freezer drawers as the low temperature may cause freezer burns’ on the lips.
• Do not stand or support yourself on the base or door, etc.
• Effervescent drinks should not be stored in the freezer compartment.

Dispose of your old appliance
Fridges or freezers contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation.
Refrigerant and blowing gases must be disposed of professionally. Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged prior to proper disposal.

NAMES OF PARTS

Recommended food arrangement

Refrigerator compartment (4°C)

Cold air sinks so the bottom part is the coldest. Store your food in the optimal space to enjoy the fresh taste.

| Door shelves (2 °C ~ 8 °C)| Top section:| eggs, butter, cheese…
---|---
Middle section:| beverages, cans, bottles…
Bottom section:| beverages, cans, bottles…
Freezer compartment (-18°C)

Freezing, storage of frozen food

| Top section:| canned food, bread, cake…|
| Middle section:| dairy products, readymade

food, desserts, meat, meat products, delicatessen …

| Container:| fresh fruit, vegetables, salads…

BEFORE INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
Before connecting your appliance to the power supply, check that the voltage stated on the rating label of your appliance corresponds to the voltage in your home. A different voltage could damage the appliance. The plug is the only way to unplug the appliance and should therefore be accessible at all times. To turn the main power to the appliance, turn it o and then detach the plug from the outlet.

The appliance must be grounded. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages that may occur as a result of usage without grounding.

INSTALLATION

Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated room. The installation location should neither be exposed to direct sunlight nor near a heat source, e.g. a cooker, radiator, etc. To ensure adequate ventilation for the appliance, allow a minimum of 10 cm of airspace on each side of the cabinet. For uneven surfaces, front feet can be aligned.

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
This appliance is designed to operate in ambient temperatures between 16°C and 38°C. If these temperatures are exceeded, i.e. colder or warmer,
the appliance will not operate correctly. If the ambient temperatures are exceeded for long periods, the temperature in the freezer compartment will rise above -18°C and food spoilage may occur.

BEFORE PLACING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE

• Remove all packaging.
• Allow the appliance to run empty for 2 – 3 hours so the compartments can cool to the appropriate temperature.
• Clean the inside of the appliance with warm water and a little liquid detergent to remove manufacturing and transportation dust.

POWER FAILURE

If there is a power failure, do not open the drawers of the appliance. Frozen food should not be a ected if the power failure lasts for less than 7 hours. Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.

ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURES
Temperature control for the fridge compartment

To set the temperature inside the fridge compartment
Repeatedly press until the desired temperature indicator light illuminates. There are 5 temperature settings for choice: 2°C, 3°C, 4°C, 6°C, and 8°C.

Fast cool function
You can use the fast cool function to increase the cooling capacity of the fridge compartment when placing larger amounts of goods within it.

• To activate this function, repeatedly press until the FAST COOL indicator light illuminates.
• This function will be automatically deactivated after about 2.5 hours and the fridge compartment will return to the previously selected temperature setting.

Temperature control for the freezer compartment

• Adjust the control knob as desired.
• If the ambient temperature is high in summer, the temperature range shall be from “NORMAL” to “MIN”.
• If the ambient temperature is above 35°C, then the temperature shall be set at the “MIN” position.
• If the ambient temperature is low in winter, the temperature range shall be from “NORMAL” to “MAX“.
• If the ambient temperature is below 10°C, then the temperature shall be set at the “MAX” position.

MOVING YOUR APPLIANCE
If the appliance is turned off for any reason, wait for 10 minutes before turning it back on. This will allow the refrigeration system pressures to equalize before restarting.

• Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the main socket. Remove all food. Also remove all mobile parts (shelves, accessories, etc.) or fixthem into the appliance to avoid any shock.
• Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time, leave it standing upright for at least 10 minutes before turning on.

Your appliance uses isobutane (R600a) as a refrigerant. Although R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, it is explosive. Therefore you should be careful during shipment and installation to prevent your appliance’s cooler elements from being damaged. In the event of a leak caused by damage to
the cooler elements, move your appliance from the open frame or heat source and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

STORING FOOD IN THE FRIDGE COMPARTMENT

The refrigerator compartment helps to extend the storage times of fresh perishable foods. Fresh food care

For best results:

• Store foods that are very fresh and of good quality.
• Ensure that food is well wrapped or covered before it is stored. This will prevent food from dehydrating, deteriorating in color or losing taste and will help maintain freshness. It will also prevent odor transfer.
• Make sure that strong-smelling foods are wrapped or covered and stored away from foods such as butter, milk, and cream which can be tainted by strong odors.
• Cool hot foods down before placing them in the refrigerator compartment.

Dairy foods and eggs

• Most pre-packed dairy foods have a recommended ‘use by /best before/best by/’ date stamped on them. Store them in the refrigerator compartment and use them within the recommended time.
• Butter can become tainted by strong-smelling foods so it is best stored in a sealed container.
• Eggs can be stored in the refrigerator compartment.

Red meat

• Place fresh red meat on a plate and loosely cover it with waxed paper, plastic wrap, or foil.
• Store cooked and raw meat on separate plates. This will prevent any juice lost from the raw meat from contaminating the cooked product.

Poultry

• Fresh whole birds should be rinsed inside and out with cold running water, dried, and placed on a plate. Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil.
• Poultry pieces should also be stored this way. Whole poultry should never be stuffed until just before cooking, otherwise, food poisoning may result.

Fish and seafood

• Whole fish and fillets should be used on the day of purchase.Until required, refrigerate on a plate loosely covered with plastic wrap, waxed paper or foil.
• If storing overnight or longer, take particular care to select very fresh fish. The whole fish should be rinsed in cold water to remove loose scales and dirt and then patted dry with paper towels. Place whole fish or fillets in a sealed plastic bag.
• Keep shellfish chilled at all times. Use within 1 – 2 days.

Precooked foods and leftovers

• These should be stored in suitable covered containers so that the food will not dry out.
• Keep for only 1 – 2 days.
• Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot.

Vegetable and fresh fruit

• The vegetable container is the optimum storage location for fresh fruit and vegetables.
• Take care not to store the following at temperatures of less than 7°C for long periods: Citrus fruit, melons, aubergines, pineapple, papaya, courgettes, passion fruit, cucumber, peppers, and tomatoes.
• Undesirable changes will occur at low temperatures such as softening of the flesh, browning, and/or accelerated decaying.
• Do not refrigerate avocados (until they are ripe), bananas, and mangoes.

FREEZING AND STORING FOOD IN THE FREEZER DRAWERS

Using the freezer drawers

• To store deep-frozen food
• To make ice cubes
• To freeze food
  Note: Ensure that the freezer drawers have been closed properly.

Purchasing frozen food

• Packaging must not be damaged.
• Use by the ‘use by /best before/best by/’ date.
• If possible, transport deep-freezed food in an insulated bag and place it quickly in the freezer drawers.

Storing frozen food
Store at -18°C or colder. Avoid opening the freezer drawers unnecessarily.

Freezing fresh food
Freeze fresh and undamaged food only. To retain the best possible nutritional value, flavor, and colour, vegetables should be blanched before freezing. Aubergines, peppers, zucchini and asparagus do not require blanching.

Note: Keep food to be frozen away from food that is already frozen.

• The following foods are suitable for freezing:
  Cakes and pastries, fish and seafood, meat, game, poultry, vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs without shells, dairy products such as cheese and butter, ready meals and leftovers such as soups, stews, cooked meat and fish, potato dishes, souffle, and desserts.

• The following foods are not suitable for freezing:
  Types of vegetables, which are usually consumed raw, such as lettuce or radishes, eggs in shells, grapes whole apples, pears and peaches, hard-boiled eggs, yogurt, soured milk, sour cream, and mayonnaise.

Packing frozen food

To prevent food from losing its flavor or drying out, place food in airtight packaging.

1. Place food in the packaging.
2. Remove air.
3. Seal the wrapping.
4. Label packaging with contents and dates of freezing.

Suitable packaging:
Plastic film, tubular film made of polyethylene, aluminum foil, and freezer containers. These products are available from specialist outlets.

Recommended storage times of frozen food in the freezer drawers
These times vary depending on the type of food. The food that you freeze can be preserved from 1 to 12 months (minimum at -18°C).

Butter, vegetables (blanched), eggs whole and yolks, cooked crayƤsh, minced meat (raw), pork (raw)| 6 months
Fruit (dry or in syrup), egg whites, beef (raw), whole chicken, lamb (raw), fruit cakes| 12 months

Never forget:

• When you freeze fresh foods whit a ‘use by /best before/best by/’ date, you must freeze them before the expiry of this date.
• Check that the food was not already frozen. Indeed, frozen food that has thawed completely must not be refrozen.
• Once defrosted, food should be consumed quickly.

MAKING ICE CUBES

Fill the ice cube tray (not supplied) with ¾ full of drinking water and place in the freezer drawer. If the ice cube tray is stuck to the freezer drawer, loosen it with a blunt tool only. To loosen the ice cubes, twist the ice cube tray slightly or hold it briefly under flowing water.

DEFROSTING
This appliance is equipped with a frost-free system. This system enables the freezer compartment to remain permanently ice-free, however, the food stored in the freezer drawers will not defrost.

DOOR CONVERSION

If you need to hinge your doors on the opposite sides it is recommended that you call your local authorized service agent to make this conversion or aska technician. Before you reverse the doors, you should ensure the appliance is unplugged and empty. It is recommended to use a crosshead screwdriver and a spanner (both not supplied).

1. Remove the upper hinge cover from the top of the appliance.
2. Remove the upper hinge. Lift the fridge door and place it on a padded surface to prevent it from scratching.
3. Remove the middle hinge. Lift the freezer door and place it on a padded surface to prevent it from scratching.
4. Remove the bottom hinge assembly from the bottom of the appliance.
5. Remove covers and holders from top and middle hinge positions on the opposite sides. Remove the adjuster from the bottom of the appliance.
6. Attach the bottom hinge and adjuster to the opposite side.
7. Fit the door covers and holders to the opposite side of freezer door.
8. Fit the freezer door back onto the appliance.
9. Fit the middle hinge back onto the opposite side.
10. Fit the door covers and holders to the opposite side of fridge door.
11. Fit the fridge door back onto the appliance.
12. Attach the upper hinge and cover on the opposite side.

TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY
For the most energy-efficient use of your appliance:

• Ensure your appliance has adequate ventilation as recommended in the installation instructions.
• Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before placing in the appliance.
• Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator compartment and use the low temperature of the frozen food to cool refrigerated food.
• Keep door and drawer openings to a minimum.
• Open the appliance as brie yaspossible.
• Ensure that the fridge doors and freezer drawers are always closed properly.

OPERATING NOISES

Normal noises

• Motors are running.
• Refrigerant is owing through the tubing.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
2. Take out the food and store in a cool location.
3. Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, warm water and detergent.
4. Wipe the door seal with clear water only and then wipe dry thoroughly.
5. After cleaning reconnect and set the temperature as desired.
6. Put the food back into the appliance.

Cleaning Tips

• Remove all shelves, door shelves, vegetable containers, removable accessories (such as egg tray and ice cube tray if included), and/or drawers from the appliance. Wash them in warm soapy water with a soft sponge. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Wipe the interior parts (including the door switch, temperature control knob, and lamp cover) with a damp cloth soaked in a mixture of warm water and dishwashing liquid. For stubborn stains, use baking soda.
• Wipe down the doors, including the edges, with a microfiber cloth dampened with a mild dishwashing liquid and water. Use a wet sponge and soft brush (such as a toothbrush) to remove any stuck-on food.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting customer service.

Appliance does not

operate.

| No electricity at power outlet.| Check that the plug is correctly connected and power switched on.
Noises| Cabinet not stable or le el.| See installation section.

Appliance not cool

| Temperature setting not correct.

Fre uent door openings.

Large amount off ood recently added.

| See Adjusting the Temperatures sect ion.

Minimise door openings to allow temperatures to stabilise.

Replaceable (LED only) light source by a professional. This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class F

Product Informa on Sheet

COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) 2019/2016 with regard to energy labeling of refrigerant ng appliances

Product Informa   on Sheet

COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) 2019/2016 with regard to energy labelling of refrigera ng appliances

Supplier’s name or trade mark: Etablissements Darty &  ls ©    | Proline
Supplier’s address: 9 Rue des Bateaux-Lavoirs, 94200 Ivry-sur-Seine, France
Model identi er: ** PLC253NFWH
Type of refrigerating appliance:
Low-noise appliance:| no| Design type:| freestanding
Wine storage appliance:| no| Other refrigerating appliance:| yes
General product parameters:**
Parameter| Value| Parameter| Value

Overall dimensions (millimeter)

| Height| 1800|

Total volume (dm3 or l)

|

257

Width| 545
Depth| 625
EEI| 124,7| Energy e ciency class| F
Airborne acoustical noise

emissions (dB(A) re 1 pW)

| 41| Airborne acoustical noise

emission class

| C
Annual energy

consumption (kWh/a)

| 275| Climate class:| temperate/

subtropical

Minimum ambient temperature (°C), for which the refrigerating

appliance is suitable

|

16

| Maximum ambient temperature (°C), for which the refrigerating appliance is

suitable

|

38

Winter setting| no| |
Compartment Parameters:

Compartment type

| Compartment parameters and values

Compartment Volume (dm3 or l)

| Recommended temperature setting for optimised food

storage (°C)

|

Freezing capacity (kg/24 h)

| Defrosting type (auto-defrost = A, manual defrost = M)
Pantry| no| —| —| —| —
Wine storage| no| —| —| —| —
Cellar| no| —| —| —| —
Fresh food| yes| 186,0| 4| —| A
Chill| no| —| —| —| —
0-star or| no| —| —| —| —
1-star| no| —| —| —| —
---|---|---|---|---|---
2-star| no| —| —| —| —
3-star| no| —| —| —| —
4-star| yes| 71,0| -18| 3,2| A
2-star section| no| —| —| —| —
Variable

temperature compartment

|

no

|

—

|

—

|

—

|

—

For 4-star compartments
Fast freeze facility| yes
For wine storage appliances
Number of standard wine bottles| —
Light source parameters (a) :
Type of light source| LED
Energy efficiency class| F
Minimum duration of the guarantee offered by the manufacturer : **24 months
Additional information:**
Weblink to the supplier’s website, where the information in point 4 of Annex II of Commission

Regulation (EU)2019/2019 is found : www.darty.com

as determined in accordance with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/2015.

Climate class:

• Temperate: ‘this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C’.
• Subtropical: ‘this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C’.

This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

To find the model information in the product database:

Click the link
https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/screen/product/refrigeratingappliances2019/351304.

REPAIR AND SPARE PARTS SERVICE
Do not disassemble or repair the appliance by yourself. Failure to do so may result in an electric shock or personal injury.

To access to professional repair and order spare parts, please get support from FNAC DARTY after-sales service. Spare parts for your appliances will be delivered within 15 working days of having received the order.

Please Note!
All appliances have a 2-year warranty. The warranty does not cover damages caused due to improper installation, unauthorized modication, self-repair or non-professional repair.

Contact us at:

www.darty.com
0978 970 970
24 Hours 7 Days a week 9 Rue des Bateaux-Lavoirs, 94200 Ivry-sur-Seine, France

www.vandenborre.be
02 334 00 00
8 AM – 6 PM
Mon to Sat Slesbroekstraat 101 1600 Sint-Pieters-Leeuw Belgium.

DISPOSAL
As a responsible retailer, we care about the environment. As such we urge you to follow the correct disposal procedure for the appliance and packaging materials. This will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects health and the environment. You must dispose of this appliance and its packaging according to local laws and regulations. Because this appliance contains electronic components, the appliance, and its accessories must be disposed of separately from household waste when the appliance reaches its end of life.

Contact your local authority to learn about disposal and recycling. The appliance should be taken to your local collection point for recycling. Some collection points accept appliances free of charge. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by minor inconsistencies in these instructions, which may occur as a result of product improvement and development.

Etablissements Darty & fils ©, 9 Rue des Bateaux-Lavoirs, 94200 Ivry-sur- Seine, France 02/03/2022.

THE COLDEST PART OF THE REFRIGERATOR
The symbol indicates the location of the coldest part of your refrigerator. This area Is In between the vegetable compartment at the bottom and the symbol at the top, or the shelf at the same height. In order to maintain the temperature In this area, make sure not to change the position of this shelf.

In pulsed air refrigerators (equipped with a fan) or No Frost models, the cold area symbol ls not shown because the temperature is uniform, throughout the interior.

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