SEVERIN FKS 8841 Commercial Appliance Refrigerators Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: SEVERIN

Table of Contents

SEVERIN FKS 8841 Commercial Appliance Refrigerators
Product Information
Connection to the mains supply
Important safety instructions
Familiarisation
Before using for the first time
Installation
Defrosting and cleaning
Troubleshooting
Transporting the appliance
Product data sheet
Circuit diagram
EU-Declaration of Conformity
References
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SEVERIN FKS 8841 Commercial Appliance Refrigerators

Product Information

Product Name: Refrigerator for bottles
Model Number: FKS 8841
Manufacturer: N/A
Country of Origin: N/A

Usage: This refrigerator is designed for the cooling and storage of bottles. It is not intended for storing other food items.

Safety Information: This appliance contains the flammable refrigerant isobutane (R600a). It should be operated in conditions where the relative humidity is no more than 60%. Ensure that the cooling circuit does not get damaged during transportation and installation.

Dear Customer

Before using the appliance, read the following instructions carefully and keep this manual for future reference. The appliance must only be used by persons familiar with these instructions.

Connection to the mains supply

This appliance must only be connected to a correctly installed power socket with an earth connection. The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage specified on the type plate of the appliance. This appliance is compliant with the mandatory directives for CE marking (see EU Declaration of Conformity at the end of this manual).
Do not operate this unit by means of a transformer or, together with other electrical appliances, by means of an extension cable.
To prevent noise vibration, ensure that the power cord does not touch any part of the rear of the unit (e.g. the heat-exchanger).
When setting up the appliance, ensure that the power cord is not pinched or damaged.
Portable multiple sockets or power supplies must not be placed on the rear of the appliance.
Ensure that you can pull out the power plug at any time.
A complete switch-off will only occur by pulling out the power plug.

Designated use

The appliance is a compressor cooling device that is exclusively intended for the cooling and storage of bottles. No other food may be stored in this appliance.
The appliance should be operated in conditions where the relative humidity is no more than 60%.
The product specifications at the end of this manual contain information on the ambient temperature range suitable for this appliance.
No responsibility is accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these instructions are not complied with.

Important safety instructions

This appliance is intended for commercial use.
The appliance contains eco-friendly yet flammable refrigerant isobutane (R600a). Ensure, therefore, that the cooling circuit does not get damaged during transportation and after installation of the appliance. If damage to the cooling circuit does occur, do not switch on or connect the appliance to the mains power. If there is an open fire or any other sources of ignition in the vicinity of the refrigerant, ensure they are removed and the room is 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.
Before connecting the appliance, check that the appliance and the power cord have not been damaged during transit. Check the power cord regularly for damage. In the event of damage, the appliance must not be put into operation.
This appliance is not designed for the storage of explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant.
The storage racks may be loaded with a maximum of 25 kg.
Never misuse the shelves, compartments, doors, etc. as a step or support.
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. For additional information on correct recycling please refer to the section Disposal.
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.
Children must not be permitted to carry out any cleaning or maintenance work on the appliance.
For frequent cleaning, we recommend the use of warm water with some mild detergent. For detailed information on cleaning the appliance, please refer to the section Cleaning and defrosting.
To prevent the risk of personal injury or damage to the unit, it must only be transported while in its original packaging.
Unevenness in the floor can be compensated for by the adjustable feet, so that there is a secure stability.
Caution: Keep any packaging materials well away from children: there is a risk of suffocation.
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 cabinet at all times from open flames and any other sources of ignition.
Remove the plug from the wall socket
- in case of any malfunction,
- before de-frosting,
- during cleaning,
- during maintenance/work on the appliance.
When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on the power cord; always grip the plug itself.
During all cleaning and maintenance work, the power plug must be pulled out in such a way that the operator can check from any place that the plug is still removed.
Warning! Do not remove the cover of the LED interior lighting. Call customer service in the event of a defect in the LED light.
If the unit is not used for an extended period of time, we recommend keeping the door open.
At all times, make sure that there is no risk of children playing with this appliance, and becoming accidentally trapped by it.
We reserve the right to introduce technical modifications.

Familiarisation

Glass door
Door handle
Door lock with key set (door front)
Adjustable feet
Bottle rack bottom, 23 cm deep
Bottle rack, 27-33 cm deep
Bottle racks, 31-36 cm deep
Fan
Interior lighting on/off switch
Interior LED light
Temperature control knob

Before using for the first time

Remove any exterior and interior packaging materials.
Please ensure proper disposal of all packaging materials.
Clean the appliance as described under Defrosting and cleaning.
For positioning, we recommend that you tilt the unit slightly backwards. In this way, the transport rollers can be used to move it to its intended place of installation.
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.

Attaching the door handle

Open the glass door.
Carefully slide the door seal aside in the two places on the inside of the door where the door handle is to be screwed.
Attach the supplied handle from the outside.
Tighten the screws firmly by hand to secure the handle. Do not tighten the screws too tightly to avoid damaging the glass and handle.

Installation

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The appliance should be set up in a well-ventilated, dry room.
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 in 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.
If the unit is installed next to a wall, a minimum lateral distance of 10 mm is necessary for the door to fully open.
If the floor is uneven, the adjustable feet on the unit can be used to compensate and ensure optimum stability.

The heated air around the rear of the unit must be able to circulate freely. Therefore, ensure that the air circulation is not obstructed.

Temperature control

The unit is 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 (0-7). Turning the control clockwise will decrease the temperature, while turning it anti-clockwise will increase it.
The temperature can be set within a 10 to 0°C range.
The temperature in the cabinet largely depends on factors such as the ambient temperature, the setting and the number of bottles stored.
We recommend using a thermometer to check the actual temperature inside the cabinet and make adjustments as necessary.
Always ensure that the door is properly closed and that the seal is not obstructed by bottles stored inside the cabinet.
It may take 3 to 5 minutes for the appliance to turn back on after a power failure or when the appliance has been disconnected from the mains.
Note: With the temperature control in position ‘0’, only the compressor is switched off, while the fan is still running.

Interior lighting

The interior light can be switched on by means of the separate On/Off switch.
Caution: Do not remove the cover of the interior LED light. If there should be any malfunction, please contact the customer service for assistance.

Defrosting and cleaning

Defrosting

During operation, you may notice a build-up of frost around the integral evaporator sealed into the rear of the inside cabinet. 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.

To enable the melt-water to drain freely, always ensure that the channel and discharge opening in the cabinet are free of any blockage.
Any water collecting in the bottom should be removed.
Typically, the appliance requires no defrosting and should only be cleaned.
If thick frost forms, however, defrost the appliance when the frost layer reaches a thickness of 2 mm.
Always unplug the appliance before cleaning or defrosting.
Set the temperature control knob to “0” and leave the door open. Defrosting of the appliance causes the thawing water to collect at its bottom.
Warning: Do not use any other mechanical devices or other means, e.g. heaters, to speed up the defrosting.

Cleaning

Do not pour water over or inside the unit.
Do not use aggressive cleaning detergents or those containing alcohol. Also, do not use electrical devices such as steam cleaning devices for defrosting or cleaning.
For frequent cleaning we recommend the use of warm water with some mild detergent.
The cabinet should be cleaned once a month.
Any accessories should be cleaned separately with soapy water. Do not put them in a dishwasher.
After cleaning, thoroughly clean all surfaces with fresh water before wiping them completely dry. When reinserting the plug into the wall socket ensure that you have dry hands.
To save energy and to ensure optimum performance, the compressor (at the rear) should be carefully cleaned at least twice a year, with a brush or a vacuum cleaner.

Troubleshooting

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

Sounds of the electric motor of the working compressor. When the compressor starts to operate, the noise is slightly louder for a short time.
the cooling agent flowing through the circuit.

The following table lists possible malfunctions, their probable causes and solutions. In the event of operational problems, check first whether a solution can be found using this table. If the problem persists, disconnect the appliance from the mains power and contact our Customer Service Department.

Problem	Possible cause and solution

The appliance is not working at all.

| ∙ There is a power failure

∙ The main fuse has blown.

∙ The temperature control is set to ‘ 0 ‘.

∙ The fuse in the wall socket (if applicable) has blown. This can be checked by connecting another electrical device to the socket and checking for function.

The temperature inside the compartment is not low enough.

| ∙ The cabinet has been overloaded.

∙ The door is not properly closed.

∙ There is too much dust on the condenser.

∙ Insufficient ventilation: the unit is too close to a wall or other structure or object.

∙ The temperature setting is too low

The normal operating sound changes or becomes louder.

| Check the following:

∙ Check for proper positioning (uneven floor).

∙ Are any adjacent objects affected by the running of the cooling unit (i.e. causing them to vibrate?)

∙ Are there any objects on top of the unit which might be vibrating?

Water is collecting on the bottom of the unit.| The melt-water drain system is blocked. Remove the blockage and clean the system.

Transporting the appliance

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.

Disposal

Devices marked with this symbol must be disposed of separately from your household waste, as they contain valuable materials which can be recycled. Proper disposal protects the environment and human health. Your local authority or retailer can provide information on the matter. Remove the plug from the wall socket and render the unit unusable by cutting off the power cord prior to disposal.

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.

Manufacturer

Severin Elektrogeräte GmbH, Röhre 27, 59846 Sundern, Germany

Information needed by the Customer Service

Should repairs to the appliance become necessary, please contact our Customer Service, providing a detailed fault description and quoting the article number KS … on the rating label of the appliance (inside the cabinet at the bottom left). This information will help us to handle your request efficiently.

Product data sheet

In case of problems or malfunction, or if spare parts are required, contact only the Service hotline.

Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/2018

Supplier’s name or trademark: Severin Elektrogeräte GmbH
Supplier’s address: Röhre 27. 59846 Sundern Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
Model identifier: FKS 8841
Use:| Presentation and retail
Type of refrigerator with direct sales function: Beverage cooler
Code of the refrigerated cabinet family according to the harmonized standards or other reliable, accurate, and reproducible processes in accordance with Annex IV| ****

BCST

Product-specific parameters
1. Beverage cooler

Gross volume (in dm3 or I)

| Ambient conditions for which the appliance is suitable (According to Table 6)
Maximum temperature (°C)| Relative humidity (%)
237| +25| 60
General product parameters:

Annual energy consumption (kWh)

| ****

449

| Recommended temperature(s) for optimal food storage (in °C)

(These settings must not contradict the temperature conditions according to Annex IV Tables 4, 5 or 6)

| ****

+5.0

EEI| 34.9| Energy efficiency class| C
Light source parameters
Light source type| LED
Energy efficiency class| –
Minimum duration of the guarantee offered by the manufacturer: 24 months
Further information:
The weblink to the supplier’s website, where the information in point 3 of Annex II of Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2024 is found:www.severin.de