ECG ERT 10860 WE Refrigerator Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
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REFRIGERATOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Always read the safety & use instructions carefully before using your appliance for the first time. The user´s manual must be always included.

REFRIGERATOR

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Warning: The safety measures and instructions, contained in this manual, do not include all conditions and situations possible. The user must understand that common sense, caution and care are factors that cannot be integrated into any product. Therefore, these factors shall be ensured by the user/s using and operating this appliance. We are not liable for damage caused during transportation, improper use, voltage fluctuation or any change or modification of any part of the appliance. To protect against a risk of fire or electric shock, basic precautions shall be taken while using electrical appliances, including the following:

Make sure the voltage in your outlet corresponds to the voltage provided on the appliance label and that the socket is properly grounded. The outlet must be installed in accordance with applicable electrical codes according to EN.
Do not operate the device if the cord is damaged. All repairs or adjustments including cord replacements shall be performed by a professional service centre! Do not remove the protective covers from the appliance; there is a risk of electric shock!
Protect the appliance against direct contact with water and other liquids, to prevent potential electric shock. Do not immerse cord or plug in water!
Do not use the appliance in humid environments or in areas where there may be gas leakage or contact with an explosive atmosphere. Do not touch the cord or the device with wet hands. Risk of electric shock.
The power cord must remain accessible once the device is installed. Do not shorten the cable and do not use splitters in electric outlets. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces or place the cord over sharp edges.
Do not switch the appliance on or off by plugging in or pulling out the power supply plug. Do not remove the power cord from the outlet by yanking the cord. Unplug the power cord from the outlet by grasping the plug.
Do not insert any objects into the device or place any objects on the device (e.g. vases, cups, etc.). Never cover the ventilation openings!
Do not use other electrical appliances or freezing equipment in the appliance.
If this appliance is replacing an old appliance with a lock, make the lock of the old appliance inoperational to prevent children from locking themselves inside (e.g. when playing).
Do not use mechanical devices or other artificial means to speed up defrosting. Do not use electrical appliances in the food storage area. Protect the cooling circuit of the appliance against damage.
Do not allow children to play with the appliance. Also, they may not sit on the shelves and hang on the door of the appliance.
Do not use sharp metal objects to remove ice in the refrigerator, as they can damage the freezing circuits and cause irreparable damage to the equipment. If necessary, use a plastic scraper.
Do not store explosive materials such as sprays with propellant in the appliance.
Do not place containers (glass bottles or cans) with liquids in the freezer. The container could burst.
Bottles containing liquids with high alcohol content must be properly closed and placed vertically when stored.
Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight, do not use it outside and do not expose it to rain.
Do not touch the cooling surfaces with wet hands. Risk of injury.
Do not consume the ice removed from the freezer.
This appliance is designed for domestic use and for use in similar places, such as:
– Kitchenettes in shops, offices and other workplaces
– appliances used by guests in hotels, motels and other residential areas.
– appliances used in bed and breakfast residences
This appliance may be used by children under 8 years of age and older and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if supervised or instructed to use the appliance in a safe manner and understand the potential hazards. Children shall not play with the appliance. User cleaning and maintenance must not be performed by unsupervised children.
Children aged 3 to 8 years can insert and remove food from refrigerating appliances.
Child supervision is essential to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by improper grounding/use.
It is necessary to keep free the ventilation openings in the cover or in the construction of the appliance.

To prevent food contamination, please follow these recommendations:
– Opening the door for a long time can cause a significant increase in the temperature inside the appliance.
– Regularly clean surfaces and accessible drainage systems that may come into contact with food.
– Clean water containers if not used for 48 h; flush the water system connected to the water supply if the water has not flowed for 5 days.
– Store raw meat and fish in the refrigerator in suitable containers so that they do not come into contact with or drip into other foodstuffs.
– Two-star freezing 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 freezing fresh food.
– If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for a long time, turn it off, defrost, clean, dry and leave the door open to prevent mold formation inside the appliance.

RISK OF FIRE!

WARNING: RISK OF FIRE/FLAMMABLE MATERIALS

This appliance contains R600a (isobutane coolant), natural (natural) gas that is very environmentally friendly but flammable. When transporting and installing the appliance it is necessary to ensure that none of the parts of the cooling circuit is damaged. In case of damage limit the flame and ventilate for several minutes the space where the appliance is located.

The cooling system contains high-pressure coolant. Do not manipulate the system. It must only be repaired by a qualified person.

When replacing the interior lighting of the refrigerator, always unplug the refrigerator – otherwise there is a risk of electric shock. • If the replacement of the interior lighting is too complicated for you, contact your service representative. • If the products are equipped with LEDs, do not remove the lighting cover and LED yourself. – contact your service representatives.

REPLACING THE LED BULB: Do not remove the indicator cover or indicator yourself when the internal or external LEDs no longer operate. Contact the service representatives.

The description and information of the appliance may vary according to the type of model.

DESCRIPTION

This type of refrigerator can be used widely in places like hotels, offices, student dormitories, and households. It is ideal for cooling and storing food such as fruits and beverages. Its advantages are small dimensions, low weight, low power consumption and easy use.
This description is only for information on the components of the appliance. Individual parts may differ according to the particular appliance model.

ECG ERT 10860 WE - DESCRIPTION

Fruit and vegetable storage compartment
Refrigerator shelves
Thermostat and light*
Evaporator/freezer*
Door compartments
Adjustable feet

differs according to the specific model of the 2 appliance – see information sheet

INSTALLING AND TURNING ON THE APPLIANCE

Placement

Do not tilt the refrigerator more than 45 ° from the vertical position during transport. Protect the refrigerator from mechanical stresses. Deformation, especially in the area of the door and the evaporator, could adversely affect the performance of the refrigerator.
Leave enough space around the refrigerator necessary for its proper functioning.
Do not place the refrigerator in hot or humid locations to prevent damage due to moisture and corrosion.
Do not place heavy objects on the refrigerator.
The refrigerator must stand firmly and in level position. Use the two adjustable front feet for levelling.

Connection

Make sure that the AC voltage corresponds to the rated voltage on the appliance’s label before plugging it in. The power cord of the appliance should be plugged into a separate outlet, splitters can cause overheating of the fork and cord.
The outlet has to be accessible after you place the appliance.

Climate classes and meaning: see information sheet

T (tropical): This refrigerator is intended for use at ambient temperatures between 16 °C and 43 °C.
ST (subtropical): This refrigerator is intended for use at ambient temperatures between 16 °C and 38 °C.
N (normal): This refrigerator is intended for use at ambient temperatures between 16 °C and 32 °C.
SN (subnormal): This refrigerator is intended for use at ambient temperatures between 10 °C and 32 °C.

Climatic classes

| Surrounding
---|---
T|

16 up to 43°C

ST

| 16 up to 38°C
N|

16 up to 32°C

SN

|

10 up to 32°C

Changing the door opening side

Tools needed to change the door opening side

1. Turn off the refrigerator and remove everything from the door shelves.
2. Secure the door with adhesive tape.

3. Remove the left opening cover of the upper hinge, the upper hinge cover (on the right) and unscrew the upper hinge bolts, then remove the upper hinge. Hold the door in vertical position all the time and make sure it does not fall.

ECG ERT 10860 WE - Changing the door opening side 2

Upper hinge cover
Upper hinge

4. Remove the door, remove the lower hinge and the adjustable leg. Then install the lower hinge on the left side of the freezer and the adjustable leg on the right side.

ECG ERT 10860 WE - Changing the door opening side 3

Bottom hinge (different version)
Adjustable leg
Bottom hinge

5. Install the door on the lower hinge and check that the seal is sealing properly and that the door position is correct. Install the upper left hinge and attach hinge cover.

ECG ERT 10860 WE - Changing the door opening side 4

Upper hinge cover
Upper hinge

The above procedure and drawings are illustrative only. The particular door hinge version may vary. Consult a service technician if necessary.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Start and operation

Before first use, turn the refrigerator on without food and allow it to stabilize at the selected temperature. That takes about 2 to 3 hours. Then set the thermostat control to the desired temperature and place the food in the refrigerator.
You can set the temperature in the refrigerator using the thermostat control. For normal operation, it is best to set the controller to a medium value.
Whenever a layer of ice forms with a thickness of 3 to 4 mm on the surface of the evaporator, defrost the refrigerator, see “Defrosting” section.

Thermostat adjustment

The thermostat automatically regulates the internal temperature of the refrigeration and freezer compartment of the refrigerator. Turn the switch from position 1 to position 5 to obtain a cooler temperature inside.
The “•” position shows that the thermostat is switched off and the cooling is switched off.
For short-term food storage in the freezer, adjust the switch between position 1-3 as needed.
For long-term food storage in the freezer, adjust the switch to position 3 or 4.

Note: the ambient temperature, the temperature of freshly stored foodstuffs and how often the door is opened affect the temperature inside the refrigerator. If necessary, adjust the thermostat at your discretion.

When switching on the refrigerator for the first time, the appliance should operate for at least 24 hours before it reaches a sufficiently cool internal temperature.
During this time, do not open the door too often and place more food inside.
If the refrigerator is switched off, wait at least 5 minutes before restarting – this will prevent damage to the compressor.

Functions

Turn the knob counterclockwise, the temperature inside the box becomes higher; turn the knob clockwise, the temperature inside the box becomes lower.
Please adjust between COOL and COOLER gear.
Recommended gear: NORMAL.
When the knob is turned to OFF, it means that the compressor stops running.

Tips for proper use

Inserting larger quantities of food at one time, frequent door opening or long time open door leads to an increase in electricity consumption.
Do not put in the refrigerator objects that are too heavy or sharp or aggressive materials.
To reduce moisture and subsequent ice build-up, never put liquid into the refrigerator in unsealed containers. Frost tends to concentrate in the coolest parts of the evaporator. Storing uncovered liquids results in a more frequent need for defrosting.
Never put warm foods in the refrigerator. These should first cool down at room temperature and then be placed so as to ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator.
Foods or food containers should not touch the back wall of the refrigerator because they could freeze to the wall. After disconnecting the refrigerator from the power supply wait at least 10 minutes before plugging it in again.
Do not store bottles in the freezing compartment. The packaging could break and damage the refrigerator.
In case of power failure, open the refrigerator as little as possible.
When defrosting, never use sharp or metallic objects to remove ice from the evaporator. You could damage the evaporator.
Do not touch the foods and containers in the freezer compartment with wet hands to avoid the risk of frostbite.

Using the refrigerator at home

Try no to open the door too often, especially during hot and humid weather. When you open the door, remember to close it as soon as possible.
Check from time to time if there is sufficient ventilation (adequate air circulation behind the appliance).
Under normal temperature condition at home set the thermostat to the medium value.
Before putting food in the refrigerator, let it cool first to room temperature.
The layer of ice increases energy consumption, therefore defrost the refrigerator as soon as the ice layer reaches a thickness of 3-5 mm.
If the refrigerator is equipped with an external cooler, the wall behind the refrigerator should always be clean and free of dust and dirt.
Always keep in mind the instructions in the “Location” section. Otherwise, the refrigerator consumption may increase significantly.
Under normal operating conditions, it is sufficient to adjust the temperature of the refrigerator to +4 °C.
The temperature of the cooling compartment should be in the range of 0-8 °C, fresh foods are frozen and rotten at temperatures below 0 °C, and bacteria increase and food spoils at temperatures above 8 °C.
Do not refrigerate hot foods, let them cool to room temperature. Hot foods increase the temperature of the refrigerator and can cause food poisoning or unnecessary food spoilage.
Meat, fish and similar foods should be stored in chiller and vegetables in the vegetable compartment (if applicable).
Do not store meat products with fruit and vegetables to avoid cross-contamination.
Food in a refrigerator should be stored in closed containers or other suitable packaging so as not to release odours and moisture into the refrigerator.

Door open indicator – depends on the model.

The “door open » indicator on the handle shows whether the door is open or has been properly closed.
If the indicator is red, the door is still open.
When the indicator is white, the door is properly closed.
Pay attention to the door so that it is always carefully closed. This prevents defrosting of food and freezing of the walls of the appliance; increased power consumption is also a matter of course.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Before you start cleaning the refrigerator, remove the power cord plug from the outlet.
Carefully wipe the refrigerator with a cloth soaked in a mild detergent solution. Do not use abrasive cleaners, alkaline cleaners and alkalis, chemical wipes, thinner, alcohol, acids, gasoline cleaners, or hot water. You could damage the surface finish and plastics.
The door seal is easily clogged, clean it regularly.
If the refrigerator is not used for long periods, unplug the power cord from the outlet, dry the freezer compartment and carefully close the door.
Clean the condenser at the rear of the appliance at least once a year. You will increase efficiency and reduce power consumption.

Defrosting

When defrosting, remove all the food from the refrigerator and set the thermostat dial to “OFF”.
Place a drip tray under the evaporator, which will collect the melted water.
After the ice melts, pour away the melted water and wipe the interior of the refrigerator dry.
You can switch the refrigerator on again by setting the thermostat to the desired temperature.

Replacement of the bulb in the refrigerator

**For models that have a bulb***

Unplug the appliance from the power supply.
Press the hooks on the sides of the top of the cover and remove the bulb cover.
Replace the defective bulb with a new one with maximum power 15 W.
Install the bulb cover and connect the appliance to the power supply after 5 minutes.

**For models with LED lighting***
Do not replace the LED lighting yourself. Contact the service representatives.

differs according to the specific model of the appliance – see information sheet

TROUBLESHOOTING

You can solve a number of common problems on your own. If the refrigerator is not working properly, check the following points before calling a service technician:

Cause	Check
The refrigerator is not cooling.

Is the refrigerator turned on?
Is the power supply all right?
Did the fuses of the outlet on a circuit in which the refrigerator is plugged fail?
Is the power cord plug correctly inserted in the outlet?

Low efficiency.|

Is the thermostat set in correct position?
Is there enough of free space around the refrigerator?
Is the door opened too frequently or for long periods?
Is the refrigerator exposed to direct sunlight or placed too close to heat sources?
Are there too many foods inside?
Do you put in foods, which are too warm?

Frozen foods inside the refrigerator.|

Is the thermostat set in correct position?
Are the foods too cramped?

Noisy operation.|

Is the refrigerator in a stable and horizontal position?
Does the refrigerator touch other objects?

The compressor does not automatically switch off.|

Did you put in too many foods?
Is the door opened too frequently or for long periods?

If the above mentioned tips do not solve the problem, contact the service centre immediately.

The following does not indicate a malfunction

The sound of running liquid:

You can hear the sound of running liquid during a normal operation.

Exterior condensation:

The condensation on the surface is a normal sign during high ambient humidity. You simply wipe off the wet surface.

Achieving the desired temperature

After switching on, it takes some time for the temperature in the refrigerator to drop to the desired level.
When the ambient temperature is high, the cooling takes longer time.

The surface of the compressor heats up.

The surface of the compressor can become hot during normal operation. Do not touch it with bare hands.

USE AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE

Wrapping paper and corrugated paperboard – deliver to scrapyard. Packing foil, PE bags, plastic elements – throw into plastic recycling containers.

DISPOSAL OF PRODUCTS AT THE END OF LIFETIME

Disposal of electric and electronic equipment (valid in EU member countries and other European countries with an implemented recycling system)
The represented symbol on the product or package means the product shall not be treated as domestic waste. Hand over the product to the specified location for recycling electric and electronic equipment. Prevent negative impacts on human health and the environment by properly recycling your product. Recycling contributes to preserving natural resources. For more information on the recycling of this product, refer to your local authority, domestic waste processing organization or store, where you purchased the product.

This product complies with EU directives on electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.
This product meets the requirements for heavy metals in electrical equipment.

The operating manual is available on internet at www.ecg- electro.eu.
Changes of text and technical parameters reserved.

Old refrigerators and freezers contain insulating gases and freezing medium, which must be disposed of. Entrust the disposal to a competent local waste disposal service. If in doubt, contact your local authorities or your vendor. Make sure that the pipes of the cooling unit, which will be removed by the appropriate waste disposal, service are not damaged.

Contact for professional servicing of this product can be found in the enclosed Warranty Certificate or on the website www.ecg-electro.eu.
The warranty for this product is 24 months.
Spare parts listed in EU 2019/2019 are available for 7 years.
You can access the product database, where information about this product is stored according to EU 2019/2016, by reading the QR code on the energy label.

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