CATA CI-54177 NF Built-In Refrigerator Instruction Manual

CATA CI-54177 NF Built-In Refrigerator

Product Information:

The product is a refrigerating appliance, which can be used as a refrigerator ,refrigerator-freezer, or freezer. It is important to follow the instructions provided in the user manual to avoid any damage or malfunction of the appliance. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by the failure to observe the instructions. The appliance operates properly at an ambient temperature between 16°C and 32°C.

Important Notices:

1. Keep this manual for future reference or to provide to the next user.
2. When placing, moving, or lifting the appliance, do not hold the door handles or pull the condenser at the position. If such a situation occurs, do not switch on the appliance for at least 2 hours.
3. Pull out the plug from the mains socket before performing any maintenance activity.
4. The cracking sound emitted by the appliance is a result of temperature variations during its cooling and defrost cycles.
5. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself as it may pose serious danger. Only qualified personnel should carry out repairs.
6. Do not refreeze partly thawed products.
7. Do not store beverages in bottles and cans, especially carbonated beverages, in the freezer compartment as they may explode.
8. Do not put frozen products directly from the freezer into your mouth as their low temperature may cause frostbite.
9. Avoid damaging the cooling system by puncturing the refrigerant pipes in the evaporator.

Appliance Components:

1. Control panel
2. Air duct panel
3. Glass shelves
4. Crispers
5. Drawers
6. Door balconies

Installation and Operating Conditions:

1. Provide an air passageway in the top of the cabinet run to allow free air in and out.

2. Leave space at the rear of the cabinet to allow cool air to be drawn over the condenser.

3. Create a cutout in the plinth below the fridge/freezer and finish it neatly using the air vent grille.
   Alternatively, remove a thin section of the plinth to allow air into the unit (recommended size: 50cm x 4cm).

4. Follow the required cavity dimensions for installation.

Installation Instructions:

1. With the help of another individual or two, manoeuvre the appliance into the cabinet.
2. There are two metal plates at the base of the appliance. Fit the supplied white spacers to these plates, ensuring that the lips of the spacers are level with the lip of the cabinet base.
3. Secure the top of the appliance to the top of the cabinet through the metal trim screw holes marked ‘T’.
4. Remove the white spacers from the base plates and secure the plates to the cabinet base using four of the supplied screws. Replace the spacers. Please refer to the complete user manual for more detailed instructions and information on operating and maintaining the appliance.

Installation, use and maintenance instructions

IMPORTANT NOTICES

1. Some provisions in this user manual apply to refrigerating products of different types eg. (for a refrigerator, refrigerator-freezer or freezer) The Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damage arising from the failure to observe the instructions contained in this manual.
2. Keep this manual for future reference, or to provide to the next user.
3. The appliance operates properly at the ambient temperature 16~32℃, Do not use it in the conditions that are out of those recommended.
4. When placing, moving or lifting the appliance, do not hold the door handles, do not pull the condenser at the rear part of the refrigerator and do not touch the compressor unit.
5. When transporting, moving or positioning the fridge-freezer do not tilt it by more than 40°from the vertical position. Should such a situation occur, the appliance should not be switched on for a minimum 2 hours.
6. Pull the plug out from the mains socket before any maintenance activity.
7. The “cracking” sound, which the appliance may emit is caused by the expansion and contraction of parts as a result of temperature variations during its cooling and defrost recycles.
8. For safety reasons do not repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by persons who do not have the required qualifications may result in serious danger for the user of the appliance.
9. Do not refreeze partly thawed products.
10. Do not store beverages in bottles and cans, especially carbonated beverages, in the freezer compartment. The cans and the bottles may explode.
11. Do not put frozen products, taken out directly from the freezer (lollies, ice cubes, etc.) into your mouth, their low temperature may cause severe frost-bite.
12. Make sure you do not damage the cooling system, by puncturing the refrigerant pipes in the evaporator or breaking the pipes. The refrigerant is flammable. If the refrigerant makes contact with the eyes, rinse them with clean water and call for medical assistance immediately.
13. This appliance is intended for food and beverage storage, do not use it for other purposes.
14. When performing activities, such as cleaning, maintenance or moving, the appliance must be completely disconnected from power supply (by pulling the plug out from the socket or turning off the breaker)
15. This appliance should not be used by children under 8 years of age or by persons with physical, mental or sensory handicaps, or by those who are inexperienced or unfamiliar with the appliance, unless they are supervised or have been instructed how to safely use the appliance and are familiar with risks associated with the use of the appliance. Ensure that children do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance of the appliance should not be performed by children unless they are 8 years or older and are supervised by a competent person.
16. Anti-bacteria System (varies depending on the model. Its presence is indicated by the label inside the appliance compartment) – The Anti-bacteria System protects foods and products inside the- refrigerator from bacteria and mould which may cause unpleasant smells and shorten storage time. The Anti-bacterias System prolongs the freshness of food. The special material used to construct the fridge liner prevents bacterial, microorganism and mould growth.

APPLIANCE COMPONENTS

1. Control panel
2. Air duct panel
3. Glass shelves
4. Crispers
5. Drawers
6. Door balconies

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE

Installation before using the appliance for the first time

• Make sure there is enough space around the refrigerator to allow it work properly. A free space of one centimeter is required on the rear of the appliance so that the air can be circulated to cool the compressor and condenser. And 30 centimeters space above the refrigerator.
• Make sure the appliance is placed in level position by adjusting the 2 adjustable front legs.

Minimum distances from the heat sources

• from the electric, gas and other ovens – 30 mm,
• from oil or coal fired ovens – 300 mm,
• from built-in ovens – 50 mm
• If there is no possibility of ensuring the specified distances, provide an appropriate insulation panel between them.

Connect to the power supply

• This appliance should be connected to AC 120V/60Hz supply socket. The socket must be fitted properly, and must be supplied with an earthing conduit and a 15A fuse.
• It is a legal requirement that the appliance is properly grounded. The manufacturer will not be held liable for any damage or injury which may result from the failure to fulfil this requirement.
• Do not use adapters, multiple sockets and two-wire extension cords. If it is necessary to use the extension cord, it must have an appropriate wire gauge and safety certification for the load requiremtn of this appliance.
• If an extension cord is used, its socket must be located at a safe distance, away from sinks, and must not be in a place where it could be flooded by water or waste water.
• See the serial plate at the lower part of the internal wall of the appliance for detailed specifications**.

Disconnecting the power supply

Make sure the appliance can be easily disconnected from the mains, either by pulling the plug out of the mains socket, or by switching off the breaker.

DOOR REVERSAL

• Carefully prise off the cover cap for the top hinge and unscrew the screws fixing the top hinge to the appliance, you should support the upper door whilst doing this.
• Carefully remove the upper door and place it somewhere safe. Note that there are spacers between the door and the hinge; note how many and their position.
• Remove the central hinge by removing the screws fixing it to the appliance; support the lower door whilst doing this.
• Remove the lower door and place it somewhere safe, again noting the position of any spacer pieces.
• Swap the previous top hinge to the opposite side at the bottom.
• Refit the lower door using any spacers and position the central hinge on the door. After removing the cover caps, fix the hinge securely to the appliance.
• Swap the previous bottom hinge to the opposite side at the top. Refit the upper door and the “new” top hinge and fix securely to the appliance.
• Fit the central cover caps and top hinge cover pieces in place to complete the process.
• Unscrew all four slider brackets from the doors and swap them over to the side furthest from the new hinge positions, before the decor door is fitted.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

The main consideration when installing any refrigeration unit into a custom kitchen
is ventilation. The heat removed from the cooling and/or freezing compartments needs to be
dissipated into the atmosphere. Incorrect ventilation can lead to premature
compressor failure, excessive power consumption, moisture buildup and mould, total system failure and will likely invalidate the warranty provided with the appliance.

For products intended to be installed into a cabinet, the following requirements need to be met:

• An air passageway should be provided in the top of the cabinet run to allow free air in and out.
• There should be space at the rear of the cabinet to allow cool air to be drawn over the condenser.
• A cutout should be made in the plinth below the fridge/- freezer and this finished neatly using the air vent grille. Alternatively, a thin section of the plinth can be removed to allow air into the unit (recommended 50cm x 4cm)

REQUIRED CAVITY DIMENSION

With the help of another individual, or two, manoeuvre the appliance into the cabinet. There are two metal plates at the base of the appliance. Fit the supplied white spacers to these plates. Ensure that the lips of the spacers are level with the lip of the cabinet base.

Secure the top of the appliance to the top of the cabinet through the metal trim screw holes marked ‘T’. Remove the white spacers from the base plates and secure the plates to the cabinet base using four of the supplied screws. Replace the spacers.

Ensure that there is a gap of 3 to 4mm between the non-hinged side and the cabinet wall.
Locate the slider in the bracket and fix the slider to the fascia door 20 to 22mm from the edge of the fascia as shown in following pic., ensuring that the slider is positioned centrally and horizontally within the bracket. Tighten securely by hand.
Fill the gap on the non-hinged side with the gasket/seal strip provided.
The finished look for the door sliders should be similar to those shown in following pic., which shows 2 sliders in place.
Once complete, and if you are happy with the fit of the appliance in the cabinet, bend and snap the parts of the white spacers marked ‘S’ as shown by the dotted outline. Leave the rest of the spacer cover in place over the metal plates.

Important: After completing the installation, check that the appliance is secured within the unit and that the door(s) close and open properly. If there is no resistance from the door seals when opening the doors, then it is probable that the appliance and/or decor doors are not fitted properly.

BEFORE FIRST USE

You must allow the fridge to settle for at least twenty four hours after transport prior to switching the power on. It is recommended that you clean the interior of the appliance prior to first use, using a solution of baking soda(sodium bicarbonate) and warm water and then thoroughly drying the interior. The fridge may have an odour to it at first use. This will disappear as the appliance cools.

Please note:
The appliance will start with a default set temperature of 5℃(41℉) for fridge, 2℃ (35.6℉) for special fridge compartment and -18℃ (-0.4℉) for freezer and work continuously until it achieves the correct temperatures. If the appliance is switched off, you should allow five minutes before switching it on again to prevent unnecessary strain to the compressor. Never store inflammable or explosive items and strong corrosive acids or alkalis in the appliance. This fridge cools your food by making the inside back of the cavity cold. It is normal for frost to build up on this surface; it then turns into liquid during compressor off cycles and drains through a small drain at the bottom, where it evaporates harmlessly. The presence of frosting or moisture at the back is normal.

FIRST USE

Fridge use

1. Never put liquids in the refrigerator uncovered.
2. Never put hot foods in the refrigerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool to room temperature before being put into the refrigerator.
3. Nothing should rest against the rear wall of the refrigerator, as this will cause frost and possible condensation problems which could be difficult to remove.
4. Make sure food is clean and any extra water is wiped away before putting into the fridge.
5. Wrap or cover food before putting into the fridge. This will help prevent the loss of moisture, keep food fresh and avoid unpleasant odours.
6. Any foods to be used soon should be stored at the front of the shelf to prevent deterioration caused by the door being open for prolonged periods.
7. Do not overfill the fridge. There should be sufficient space between the foods to allow the cool air to circulate.
8. Thawing frozen foods in the fridge compartment will help to keep the temperature low and save energy.
9. Never store raw meats on shelves above cooked meats or other produce. This will help to prevent juices from raw meat contaminating other food items.

Freezer use

1. The freezer compartments are designed to store only frozen food.
2. Never put hot or warm foods in the freezer, allow them to cool fully before putting them into the freezer.
3. Follow the instructions on the food packaging for storage of frozen food. If no information is provided, foods should not be stored for more than three months after the purchase date.
4. Store food in small packages (ideally less than 1kg). This reduces the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after thawing.
5. Wrap food before putting into the freezer. To stop the wrapping sticking together, ensure it is dry.
6. Label the food before freezing with information including type of food and dates of storage and expiry.
7. Once food is thawed, it must not be refrozen. Only defrost as much food as is required to prevent wastage.
8. Bottled or canned drinks should not be stored in the freezer compartments as they could explode.
9. The maximum amount of fresh food that can be frozen within a 24 hour period is 3.0 kg.
10. Do not attempt to freeze more than the maximum amount.

STORAGE INSTRUCTION

The fridge section is for short term food storage. Although low temperatures can be maintained, extended periods of food storage is not recommended.
As the cold air circulates within the fridge, the temperature can vary between the different sections. As such, foods should be stored in different sections according to type.

1. Butter, cheeses etc.
2. Food in jars and bottles
3. Drinks, e.g. milk
4. Cooked food
5. Yogurts, preserves etc.
6. 75 ml bottles or ready meals etc.
7. Fresh meat and fish
8. Fruit and vegetables

• The fridge shelves can be moved according to the storage requirements within the fridge section.
• To move the shelf, lift up the rear section and then pull it outwards.
• To replace, slide the shelf back into the slot, and then lower the rear section.

Fridge storage

• Never put liquids in the refrigerator uncovered.
• Never put hot foods in the refrigerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool to room temperature before being put into the refrigerator.
• Nothing should rest against the rear wall of the refrigerator, as this will cause frost and possible condensation problems which will be difficult to remove.
• Make sure food is clean and any extra water is wiped away before putting into the fridge.
• Wrap or cover food before putting into the fridge. This will help prevent the loss of moisture, keep food fresh and avoid unpleasant odours.
• Do not overfill the fridge. There should be sufficient space between the foods to allow the cool air to circulate.
• Thawing frozen foods in the fridge compartment will help to keep the temperature low and save energy.
• Never store raw meats on shelves above cooked meats or other produce.

Freezer storage

• The freezer compartments are designed to store only frozen food.
• Never put hot or warm foods in the freezer, allow them to cool fully before putting them into the freezer.
• Follow the instructions on the food packaging for storage of frozen food. If no information is provided, foods should not be stored for more than three months after the purchase date.
• Store food in small packages (ideally less than 1kg). This reduces the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after thawing.
• Once food is thawed, it must not be refrozen. Only defrost as much food as is required to prevent wastage.
• Bottled or canned drinks should not be stored in the freezer compartments as they could explode.
• The maximum amount of fresh food that can be frozen within a 24 hour period is 3.0 kg.
• Do not attempt to freeze more than the maximum amount.

Fresh zone

• The fresh zone is a special crisper with lower temperature than the fridge compartment above it.

• Temperature ranges of fresh zone -2℃~2 ℃.

• The fresh zone is designed to make it easier to handle ingredients in a short period of time when you have to handle frozen foods.

• Suggestions for use
  Put the frozen ingredients into the fresh zone 4~5 hours before use, you can cut or cook frozen foods effortle ssly and enjoy a more modern, faster and healthier cooking experience.

• Note: If you want to put easy-drying ingredients such as meat into the fresh zone for more than 4 hours, you should use plastic wrap to wrap the ingredients to avoid excessive moisture loss and affect the taste..

Crisper drawer humidity adjustment

• The crisper drawer within this appliance features a humidity level adjustment slider. Vegetables and similar produce that are subject to wilting (e.g. arugula, spinach leaves, herbs such as basil etc.) should be kept in the crisper drawer and the adjustment slider kept closed (fully to the left – high). By keeping the adjustment slider closed, water vapour is held in the drawer and subsequently greens are kept crisper and fresher for longer.
• By contrast, fruits that are susceptible to rotting should be stored in the crisper drawer with the humidity adjustment slider fully open (to the right – low). This will allow gases, emitted by certain produce and that accelerate the rotting process, to exit the crisper drawer.
• The drawer is marked high and low with vegetable and fruit symbols to aid you.

CONTROLS

1. First time of switching on the appliance or re-supply after power failure, the appliance always works at settings : 5℃ for fridge, and -18℃ for freezer. If you want to adjust the temperature or functions manually, press any button to wake up the control panel, then operations can be conducted.
2. Fridge temperature adjustment: –press button on left part of control panel multiple times to cycle through temperatures from 2℃ to 8℃. Keep pressing the button till the fast cool function is turned on, fridge will work automatically at temperature setting of 2℃. Mode expires automatically after 24 hours operation and illumination of button ceases. Mode can be canceled manually by pressing the button again.
3. Freezer temperature adjustment: –press button on right part of control panel multiple times to cycle through temperatures from -16℃ to -22℃. Keep pressing the button to activate fast freeze function, the freezer will operate at temperature setting -25℃. After 24 hours, fast freezing function quits automatically, or can be ended manually at any time by pressing the button again.

DEFROSTING

The product has a no frost system which is designed to prevent the heavy build up of ice. Under normal use, there should be no need to regularly defrost the freezer system.
Please note: If you are regularly finding a heavy build up of ice, or pools of water, in the freezer section then it is likely that the door is not sealing properly. This could be due to a defective door seal or an incorrectly fitted, or overly heavy, decor door. For more information see the troubleshooting section on ice.

CARE AND CLEANING

Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before any cleaning or maintenance.
The fridge and freezer sections should be cleaned using a solution of baking soda and lukewarm water. Do not use abrasive products or detergents. After washing, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Clean the shelves and door bins separately by hand with a mild solution of mild dish detergent and water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.
If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of time, unplug and clean the appliance. The doors should be left slightly ajar to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant odours.

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