cecotec SBS 430 Bolero American 2 Door Refrigerator Instructions

cecotec SBS 430 Bolero American 2 Door Refrigerator Instructions

1. PARTS AND COMPONENTS

Fig. 1

1. LED light indicator
2. Door shelves (freezer compartment)
3. Shelves (freezer compartment)
4. Lower shelf
5. Freezer-compartment drawer
6. Refrigerator-compartment drawer
7. Egg storage container
8. Shelves (refrigerator compartment)
9. Door shelves (refrigerator compartment)

Note: The graphics in this manual are schematic representations and may not exactly match the product.

2. BEFORE USE

– This refrigerator includes a packaging designed to protect it during transport. Take the refrigerator out of the box. You can keep the original box and other elements in a safe place, this will help you prevent product damage when transporting it in the future. In case the original packaging is disposed of, make sure all packaging materials are recycled accordingly.
– Make sure all parts and components are included and in good conditions. If there is any piece missing or not in good condition, immediately contact the official Cecotec Technical Support Service.
Levelling
– Make sure you level your refrigerator with the front levelling feet. If it is not levelled, the refrigerator performance will be affected, or it can even cause a malfunction.
– After installing the refrigerator, wait 4 hours before using it to allow the refrigerant to stabilise.

3. INSTALLATION

The location you choose for the refrigerator must be properly ventilated and away from heat sources. Do not place the refrigerator near heat sources, like a cooker, and avoid direct sunlight to ensure the cooling effect and save on energy consumption. It is not recommended to place the refrigerator in a wet place, as it may rust and cause electrical leakage.

During operation, the refrigerator releases heat into the environment. Therefore, you should leave at least 300 mm of free space at the top, more than 100 mm on both sides, and more than 50 mm at the rear of the refrigerator.

Please note Figure 2 only illustrates the space required for the refrigerator.

Stable surface Place the refrigerator on a solid, flat surface to keep it stable, otherwise vibrations and noises will occur.

⚠ Ensure a ventilation free of obstacles around the refrigerator.

Preparing for use

Waiting time Once the refrigerator is installed and clean, do not turn it on immediately, wait at least 4 hours before connecting it to the power supply.

Cleaning Check the position of the shelves and drawers in the interior of the refrigerator and clean the interior with a soft cloth.

Switch-on Connect the plug into a power socket to switch on the refrigerator. After one hour, open the freezer compartment door: if the temperature inside the freezer compartment has dropped, the cooling system is running normally.

Food storage
– Once the refrigerator is running, insert the food.
– When the temperature is high, food may take longer to cool down completely (try to open the refrigerator doors as infrequently as possible).

If the refrigerator is installed in a wet place, you must check the earthed cord and the leakage breaker are working normally. If vibration noises occur due to contact of the refrigerator with the wall or if the wall turns black due to air convection around the compressor, keep the refrigerator further away from the wall. The installation of the refrigerator may cause noise interference or image problems in mobile phones, landline phones, radio receivers, or televisions near the refrigerator, so in this case, keep the refrigerator as far away from these objects as possible.

4. OPERATION

Fig. 3 Control panel

1. Freezer-compartment icon
2. Smart icon
3. Inverter icon
4. Fast Freeze icon
5. Temp. button Zone
6. Function button
7. Unlock button
8. Refrigerator-compartment icon
9. Digital temperature indicator
10. Temp. button
11. OK button

When you connect the refrigerator to the power supply for the first time, all icons on the display will light up for 2 seconds, and the system will activate the Smart function by default. When all doors are closed, the display will automatically switch off if no button is pressed within 3 minutes. The display will light up if you open a door or press a button. Please note that the child lock is activated after 3 minutes of inactivity, so the buttons will be inactive until you deactivate the child lock. The Inverter icon will light up when the refrigerator is connected to the mains and the compressor starts.

Functions
Temperature setting
Setting the refrigerator compartment temperature Press the Temp. button. until the refrigerator compartment icon starts flashing, then press the Temp. button to select the desired temperature; finally, press the OK button to confirm the setting. The temperature setting cycles of the refrigerator compartment are: 5℃→6℃→7℃→8℃→OFF→2℃→3℃→4℃→5℃

OFF means the refrigerator compartment is off, and when you activate this function, the refrigerator will stop cooling.
Make sure you remove all the food from the refrigerator compartment before setting this function.

Setting the freezer compartment temperature
Press the Temp. button. until the freezer compartment icon starts flashing, then press the Temp. button to select the desired temperature; finally, press the OK button to confirm the setting. The temperature setting cycles of the freezer compartment are: -18℃→-17℃→-16℃→-24℃→-23℃→-22℃→-21℃→-20℃→-19℃→-18℃

Fast freeze
When you activate the fast freeze function, the freezer-compartment temperature will be set to -32°C automatically. The fast freeze function is used to prevent loss of nutritional quality and to preserve the freshness of the food.
⚠ You cannot modify the temperature of the freezer compartment in the fast freeze function.

Activating the fast freeze function
Press the Function button until the fast freeze icon starts flashing, then press the OK button within 5 seconds to confirm your choice. If you do not press the OK button within 5 seconds, this function will not be activated.

Deactivating the fast freeze function
After 26 hours of operation, the fast freeze function will be automatically deactivated. With the fast freeze function activated, press the Function button until the fast freeze icon starts flashing, then press the OK button to confirm and the fast freeze function will be deactivated. When you activate the Smart function, the fast freeze function deactivates automatically.

Smart
When you activate the Smart function, the temperature in the refrigerator compartment will be set to 5°C and the temperature in the freezer compartment will be set to -18°C, so that food will be preserved in the best possible conditions and the refrigerator will operate as efficiently as possible.
⚠ If the Smart function is active, the temperature in both compartments cannot be changed.
Activating the Smart function Press the Function button until the Smart icon starts flashing, then press the OK button within 5 seconds to confirm your choice. If you do not press the OK button within 5 seconds, this function will not be activated.

Deactivating the Smart function
– With the Smart function activated, press the Function button until the Smart icon starts flashing, then press the OK button within 5 seconds to confirm your choice. The Smart function will be deactivated.
– When you activate the fast freeze function, the Smart function deactivates automatically.

Child lock
– When you activate the child lock, you will not be able to modify the temperature and function to avoid undesired changes.
– If you do not press any button within 3 minutes, the child lock function will be activated automatically.

Manual deactivation of the child lock
Hold down the Unlock button for 3 seconds to deactivate the child lock.

Please note
The child lock function is not available on the product with glass door.

Open door alarm
If any door is open for more than 3 minutes, the refrigerator will emit an alarm sound, which can be stopped by pressing any key, but will sound again if the door is still open 3 minutes later. The alarm sound will not stop until you close the door.

Function memory after a power failure
In the event of a power failure, the refrigerator will save the functions set before the power failure and will activate them when the power is restored.

Delay start
To prevent damage to the refrigerator compressor in the event of a short power failure (i.e., less than 5 minutes), the compressor will not start immediately after switch-on.

Overheating warning (only after a power failure)
When the refrigerator cooling system is on, if the freezer-compartment temperature is above -10°C, thef reezer-compartment temperature digits will flash on the display. The display will show the temperature of the freezer compartment when you press any button, and it will return to its usual state when you press any button again or after 10 seconds.

Fault alarm
If the display shows E0, E1, E2, EH, or EC, it indicates there’s a fault in the refrigerator. Contact the Technical Support Service of Cecotec.

5. INSTRUCTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE

Use precautions
– The refrigerator may not operate consistently (there may be some defrosting of the contents, or the temperature may become too hot in the freezer compartment if placed in locations with a temperature out of the temperature range for which they are designed for a long period of time).
– The internal temperature may be affected by factors such as the location of the refrigerator, room temperature, and door opening frequency, etc., and you should take these factors into account if you decide to use any temperature- control devices.
– Effervescent or carbonated drinks should not be stored in the freezer compartment or drawer of the refrigerator.

Food location
– Due to the circulation of cold air in the refrigerator, the temperature in each zone is different, so food must be placed in different zones.
– The refrigerator compartment is suitable to store food that does not need to be frozen, cooked food, beer, eggs, some seasonings that need to be kept cold, milk, fruit juice, etc. The crisper drawer is the best place to store fruit and vegetables.
– The freezer compartment is suitable to store ice cream, frozen foods, and foods that need to be kept for a long time.

Using the refrigerator compartment
– Shelves: to remove the shelves, first lift them up and then pull them out; to put them back, put them into their position before lowering them. Keep the rear edge of the shelf facing upwards to prevent food from coming into contact with the wall. When removing and fitting shelves, hold them firmly and handle them carefully to avoid damage.
– Refrigerator-compartment drawer: pull out the fruit and vegetable crisper drawer to access the food. After using or cleaning the bottom shelf of the refrigerator (the drawer cover), put it back in place so that the internal temperature of the drawer is not affected.

Drawer humidity control
– The humidity regulator of the drawer is designed to keep moisture steady and the vegetable freshness.
– If you slide the humidity regulator to the right, more gaps will be exposed, and the drawer will have a lower humidity level.
– If you slide the humidity regulator to the left, less gaps will be exposed, and the drawer will have a higher humidity level.

Care for food storage
– Clean and dry food completely before storing it in the refrigerator. Before introducing food in the refrigerator, it is advisable to seal it to prevent water evaporation and thus keep fruit and vegetables fresh on the one hand, and to prevent odours on the other. – Leave enough space between the food; if they are too close together, they will block the flow of cold air, which will affect the cooling effect. Do not store too much or too heavy food to prevent the shelves from bending. When storing food, leave a distance from the interior wall; do not place water-rich food too close to the inner wall of the refrigerator to prevent it from freezing on the interior wall.
– Food storage by category: place daily food items at the front of the shelf so that you can reduce the door opening time and avoid food spoilage due to expiry.
– Energy saving tips: let hot food cool down to room temperature before putting it in the refrigerator. Place frozen food in the refrigerator compartment to defrost it.

Storing fruits and vegetables
Please note that some types of fresh vegetables and fruits are sensitive to cold and therefore not suitable for storage in the refrigerator crisper drawer.

Using the freezer compartment
The temperature of the freezer compartment is kept at -18ºC, so it is advisable to store food that you wish to keep for a long period of time in the freezer compartment, always respecting the storage time indicated on the food packaging. The freezer-compartment drawers are suitable to store food which needs to be frozen. Large fish and meat should be cut into small pieces and placed in freezer bags before placing them in the freezer-compartment drawers.
– Let hot food cool down to room temperature before putting it in the freezer compartment.
– Do not place a glass container with liquid or sealed canned liquid in the freezer compartment to prevent them from exploding due to volume expansion after freezing the liquid.
– Divide food into small portions.
– Food should be packed or covered with suitable materials that are firm, tasteless, impermeable to air and water, non-toxic, and non-polluting to avoid cross-contamination and odour transfer.

Using the ice cube tray
Place the ice cube tray in the upper part of the freezer compartment so that it freezes as quickly as possible.

6. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

If the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time:
– Turn off the refrigerator and unplug it from the power supply.
– Remove all the food.
– Clean and dry the interior completely. To prevent mould or unpleasant odours, leave the door slightly open: lock it open or remove it if necessary.
– Store the device in a ventilated and dry place, away from heat sources; place the appliance carefully and do not place heavy objects on it.
– The unit must be kept out of the reach of children to prevent them from playing with it.
⚠ Before cleaning, disconnect the power plug; do not connect or disconnect the power plug with your hands wet, as there is a risk of electric shock and injury. Do not spill water directly on the refrigerator to avoid rust, electrical leakage and accidents. Do not reach into the bottom of the refrigerator, as you may get scratched by the sharp metal corners.

Cleaning the interior and exterior
– Food residues in the refrigerator can cause undesired odours, so you should clean the refrigerator regularly. The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned once a month.
– Remove all shelves, the crisper box, etc., and clean them with a soft cloth or sponge dampened with warm water or neutral detergent.
– Clean the dust that accumulates on the rear panel and side panels of the refrigerator regularly.
– After using neutral detergent, make sure you rinse it with clean water, and then dry it with a cloth.

⚠ Do not use bristle brushes, steel wire brushes, detergent, soap powder, alkaline detergent, benzine, petrol, acid, hot water, or other corrosive elements to clean the refrigerator surface, door gasket, plastic decorative parts, etc. to avoid damage.
– Carefully dry the door gasket and clean the slot with a wooden stick wrapped with cotton. After cleaning, fix the four corners of the door gasket and then gradually push it into the slot in the door.

Power failure or cooling system fault
– If you receive an early power failure warning:
1. Activate the fast freeze function, so that food is completely frozen. Set the temperature back to the original setting when the power supply returns to normal.
⚠ Note: It is advisable to run the refrigerator uninterruptedly once you start using it.
Defrost
This refrigerator includes an automatic defrost function, so there is no need to defrost it manually.

Replacing the light bulb
The refrigerator has a LED light with low consumption and a long shelf life. In case of malfunction, contact the official Technical Support Service of Cecotec. The light bulb can only be replaced by the manufacturer.

⚠ Note: If the power cord and/or plug are damaged or dusty, electric shock and fire may occur. If there is any malfunction, disconnect the cord and contact the Technical Support Service of Cecotec.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

For the following minor malfunctions, please try to solve the problem yourself before contacting Cecotec Technical Support Service.

⚠ Note – If none of these situations match your problem, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the refrigerator yourself. Repairs carried out by unqualified persons may result in injury or serious malfunctions. Please contact the place where you bought the appliance or Cecotec’s Technical Support Service. The repair must be carried out by an authorised technician, and you must use only original spare parts. – When the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains, empty all food and clean the refrigerator, leaving the door slightly open to avoid unpleasant odours.

8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

You can find more information on this model by scanning the QR code on the energy label.

9. DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES

This symbol indicates that, according to the applicable regulations, the product and/or batteries must be disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches the end of its shelf life, you should dispose of the cells/batteries/accumulators and take them to a collection point designated by the local authorities. Consumers must contact their local authorities or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of old appliances and/or their batteries. Compliance with the above guidelines will help protecting the environment.

10. TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND WARRANTY

Cecotec shall be liable to the end user or consumer for any lack of conformity that exists at the time of delivery of the product under the terms, conditions, and deadlines established by the applicable regulations.
It is recommended that repairs be carried out by qualified personnel. If at any moment you detect any problem with your product or have any doubt, do not hesitate to contact the official Cecotec Technical Support Service at +34 963 210 728.

11. COPYRIGHT

The intellectual property rights over the texts in this manual belong to CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L. All rights reserved. The contents of this publication may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted, or distributed by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or similar) without the prior authorization of CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L.

www.cecotec.es

Cecotec Innovaciones S.L.
C/ de la Pinadeta s/n, 46930
Quart de Poblet, Valencia (Spain)
YV01220209

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>