PRIMO FR5-WS Refrigerator Instruction Manual

PRIMO FR5-WS Refrigerator

WARRANTY

Dear client,

All of our products are always submitted to a strict quality control before they are sold to you. Should you nevertheless experience problems with your device, we sincerely regret this.
In that case, we kindly request you to contact our customer service. Our staff will gladly assist you.
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This appliance has a two year warranty period. During this period the manufacturer is responsible for any failures that are the direct result of construction failure. When these failures occur the appliance will be repaired or replaced if necessary. The warranty will not be valid when the damage to the appliance is caused by wrong use, not following the instructions or repairs executed by a third party. The guarantee is issued with the original till receipt. All parts, which are subject to wear, are excluded from the warranty. If your device breaks down within the 2-year warranty period, you can return the device together with your receipt to the shop where you purchased it. The guarantee on accessories and components that are liable to wear and-tear is only 6 months.

The guarantee and responsibility of the supplier and manufacturer lapse automatically in the following cases:

• If the instructions in this manual have not been followed.
• In case of incorrect connection, e.g., electrical voltage that is too high.
• In case of incorrect, rough or abnormal use.
• In case of insufficient or incorrect maintenance.
• In case of repairs or alterations to the device by the consumer or non-authorised third parties.
• If the customer used parts or accessories that are not recommended or provided by the supplier / manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure safety, you must read this manual thoroughly. This appliance is made for domestic use and should only be used according to the instructions described below.

• This device may be used by children from the age of 8 years and by persons with a physical sensory or mental limitations or lack of experience and knowledge if these persons are supervised have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe manner and that they also know the hazards involved in using the device.
• Children must not play with the appliance.
• Maintenance and cleaning of the appliance must not be done by children, unless they are older than 8 years of age and are supervised.
• Keep the appliance and cord out of the reach of children under the age of 8.
• If the electrical cord is damaged, it must replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or a similarly qualified person person in order to avoid any accident.
• Caution : the appliance must not be used with an external timer or remote control.
• This device is suitable for use in the household environment and in similar environments such as :
  • Kitchen corner for staff of stores, offices and other similar professional environments.
  • Farm houses.
  • Hotel and motel rooms and other environments with a residential character.
  • Guest rooms, or similar.
• Before use, check that the voltage listed on the appliance matches the voltage of your home’s electrical system.
• Do not leave the cord hanging on a hot surface or over the edge of a table or countertop.
• Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
• Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Unplug the appliance when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. Unplug the power cord by the plug itself. Never pull on the cord to unplug the unit.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Use the appliance only for its intended purpose.
• Before first use, remove all packaging materials and any promotional stickers.
• This appliance is heavy. Be careful when moving it.
• Do not make any adjustments to the device, this could be dangerous. If electrical work must be done to install the appliance, it must be done by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• Only store edible foods in the freezer.
• After installation, let the appliance stand for 3 hours
• before turning it on. This will allow the refrigerant to settle.
• WARNING! Never put this unit on or near a gas fire or electric fire or in a place where it could come in contact with a heat source. There are flammable materials on the back of the appliance.
• Pay attention to the “fire hazard – flammable material” symbol located on the back of the appliance.
• The appliance must not be used with an extension cord or power strip.

Follow the instructions below to prevent food contamination:

• Opening the door for long periods of time can significantly increase the temperature in the appliance’s compartments.
• Clean surfaces that may come in contact with food regularly. Keep the condensation channel and drain hole at the back of the appliance clean.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator so that it does not come in contact with or drip on other food.
• If the appliance is left empty for a long time, you should turn it off, defrost and clean it. Let it dry and leave the door open to prevent mold from growing inside the appliance.
• This freestanding appliance should not be built-in.

Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated area.
The appliance is intended for use in an area where the ambient temperature falls within the following class depending on the climate class found on the rating plate on the back of the appliance.

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PARTS

1. Thermostat (0-7)
2. Vegetable tray
3. Storage compartment
4. Door hinge
5. Adjustable foot
   

INSTALLATION

• Remove all packing material, both inside and outside. Clean the outside of the unit with a dry cloth. You can clean the inside with a soft, damp cloth.
• Make sure that air can circulate freely around the refrigerator. The back of the refrigerator should be at least 13 cm away from the wall.
• Place the refrigerator on a firm, flat surface.
• Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Sunlight can damage the outside of the refrigerator.
• Heat will cause higher consumption.
• Avoid excessive humidity. Too much moisture in the air will cause frost to form too quickly inside the refrigerator.
• Before connecting the refrigerator to the mains supply, check that the voltage on the appliance’s rating plate matches the voltage at your home. A different voltage may damage the appliance.
• The plug is the only way to disconnect the appliance from the power supply, make sure it is always easily accessible. To disconnect the power supply to the device, turn off the device and then unplug it.
• Allow the appliance to operate for 8 hours without food so that the cabinet cools to the appropriate temperature.
• For uneven surfaces, the front leveling feet can be aligned.

USE

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

You can set the temperature inside the unit with the thermostat. The higher the setting (7), the harder the refrigerator will cool. If you set the refrigerator to setting 0, the unit will not cool..

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 equalise before restarting.
• Turn off the appliance and unplug it from the mains socket. Remove all food. Also remove all mobile parts (shelves, accessories, etc.) or fix them into the fridge 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 fridge from open flame or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

STORING FOOD IN THE FRIDGE

The fridge 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 colour or losing taste and will help maintain freshness. It will also prevent odour 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 odours.
• Cool hot foods down before placing them in the fridge.

DEFROSTING

The refrigerator defrosts fully automatically.

While the cooling is running, beads of condensation or hoarfrost form at the back of the refrigerator. This is normal. It is not necessary to wipe off the condensation or frost. The rear panel defrosts automatically. The condensation runs into the condensation channel and is conveyed to the cooling from where it evaporates.
Note : Keep the condensation channel and drainage hole clean, so that the condensation can run out.

VACATION TIME

For short vacation periods, leave the control knobs at their usual settings. During longer absences:

• Remove all foods.
• Disconnect from electrical outlet.
• Clean the refrigerator thoroughly, including defrost pan.
• Leave door open to avoid possible formations of condensate, mold or odors.

POWER FAILURE

Most power failures are corrected within an hour or two and will not affect your refrigerator temperatures.
However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off.
During power failures of longer duration, take steps to protect your food by blacking dry ice on top of packages.

SOME IMPORTANT RULES FOR THE CORRECT USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR

• Never place hot foods in the refrigerator.
• Beverages should be stored in sealed containers.
• Foods to be stored for a long time should be wrapped in cellophance or polyethylence, or kept in glass containers.
• Never place spoiled foods in the cabinet.
• Don’t overload the cabinet.
• Don’t open the door unless necessary.
• Caution : please keep the products away from the fire or similar glowing substance before you dispose the refrigerator.
• Caution : Not for outer camping use (ex. Tent)
• Caution : For indoor use only.
• Caution : The appliance can not be used in public transportation.

STORAGE GUIDE

For the best storage, set up your refrigerating appliance as follows:

• Food with natural preservatives such as jams, juices, drinks, spices, etc.
• Do not store food with a limited shelf life here

Crisper drawer|

• Fruits, herbs, and vegetables
• Do not refrigerate bananas, onions, potatoes, or garlic

Middle shelf|

• Dairy and eggs

Top shelf|

• Food that does not need to be cooked, such as ready-made meals, leftovers, spreads, etc.

DOOR CONVERSION

You can change the direction of rotation of the door. If you wish to do so, proceed as follows:
Attention : Make sure that the appliance is not live!

1. Remove the protective cap from the hinge.

2. Remove the screws located in the upper hinge. Remove the hinge.

3. Remove the protective cap on the left side.
   

4. Remove the white sealing cap on the upper left, and place it in the opening on the upper right. Remove the door and put it in a place where you can keep it scratch-free.

5. At the bottom of the appliance, remove the 2 adjustable feet. The foot with the short shaft, should always be on the side with the hinge. Unscrew the bottom hinge.

6. Unscrew the pin and remove the pin from the hinge.
   

7. Turn the hinge 180° and reattach the pin as shown below.

8. Screw the hinge in place at the bottom of the unit. Place the adjustable foot on the other side. You can now hang the door back on the appliance.

9. Finally, screw the top hinge back into place. Make sure the rubber seal seals tightly. Position the door so that it is flush with the top of your appliance.
   Tighten all the screws and put the protective caps in place.
   

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
• Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Take out the food and store in a cool location.
• Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, warm water and detergent.
• Wipe the door seal with clear water only and then wipe dry thoroughly.
• After cleaning, put the plug in the socket and set the desired temperature.
• Put the food back into the appliance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

• The unit is not receiving power, check that the power supply is OK.
• Check that the plug is plugged in.
• Check that the correct voltage is used.
• Make sure the thermostat is not set to 0.

The refrigerator jumps up too often.|

• Is the door closed properly?
• Have you put hot food in the refrigerator, forcing the appliance to work harder to cool?
• The door has been open too often or too long.
• The appliance is getting the wrong voltage.
• The appliance is too close to a heat source or direct sunlight.

The inside temperature of the refrigerator is too hot.|

• Check that the refrigerator has power.
• Check that the plug is plugged in.
• The temperature setting is too low.
• The door has been left open too long or too often.
• The air supply is blocked.
• Check that the appliance is getting the correct volt- age.
• The appliance is too close to a heat source or the sun.

The refrigerator light is broken.|

• Turn off the unit, unplug the power cord. Open the cover and replace the bulb. Make sure the bulb has the same characteristics as the original bulb.

The device makes a strange sound.|

• The device is not standing straight.
• The device is against another object or the wall. Move the device.

ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it must be brought to the applicable collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
The packaging is recyclable. Please treat the packaging ecologically

WEBSHOP

Following accessories have 6 months warranty, and can be easily ordered using the link below.

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