VALBERG 980050 UF NF 384 E X180C Freezer Instruction Manual

Freezer
980050 – UF NF 384 E X180C
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Product overview

Parts

Note:

• Due to unceasing modification of our products, your refrigerator may be slightly different from this instruction manual, but its functions and using methods remain the same.
• To get the best energy efficiency of this product, please place all shelves, drawers and baskets on their original position as the illustration above.
• Under freezer mode, the whole space is a 4-star area;

Installing your new appliance
Before using the appliance for the first time, you should be informed of the following tips.
Warning!

• For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of hard material that is the same height as the rest of the flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.
• The rollers, which are not castors, should be only used for forward or backward movement. Moving the refrigerator sideways may damage your floor and the rollers.

Ventilation of appliance
In order to improve efficiency of the cooling system and save energy, it is necessary to maintain good ventilation around the appliance for the dissipation of heat. For this reason, sufficient clear space should be available around the refrigerator.
Suggest: It is advisable for there to be 50mm of space from the back to the wall, at least 100mm from its top, at least 100mm from its side to the wall and a clear space in front to allow the doors to open 135°. As shown in follow diagrams.

Note:

• This appliance performs well within the climate class from SN to T showed in the table below. It may not work properly if being left at a temperature above or below the indicated range for a long period.
  Climate class| Ambient temperature
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  SN| +10°C to +32°C
  N| +16°C to +32°C
  ST| +16°C to +38°C
  T| +16°C to +43°C
• Stand your appliance in a dry place to avoid high moisture.
• Keep the appliance out of direct sunlight, rain or frost. Stand the appliance away from heat sources such as stoves, fires or heaters.

Leveling of appliance

• For sufficient leveling and air circulating in the lower rear section of the appliance, the bottom feet may need to be adjusted. You can adjust them manually by hand or by using a suitable spanner.

Tools you will need:

Philips Screwdriver & Slotted Screwdriver (Not provided)

• To allow the doors to self-close, tilt the top backwards by 10-15mm.
• You can adjust them manually by hand or using a suitable spanner.

Note:

• If required you may lay the refrigerator on its back in order to gain access to the base, you should rest it on soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid damaging the backboard of the refrigerator.
• There is no need to install these accessories under normal usage. Only under the extreme circumstances, that is opening the door about 90 degree, this refrigerator may take risk of tipping. Then rubber supporting pad should be fastened to the lower base cover to steady this appliance.

1. Tilt appliance to find screw hole on the left of lower base cover.
2. Put screw into the hole of rubber supporting pad.
3. Make screw in alignment with the hole on lower base cover. Fasten rubber supporting pad to the base cover firmly by a cross screwdriver (self-provided).

Reversing the door
The side at which the door opens can be changed, from the right side (as supplied) to the left side, if the installation site requires.
Warning! When reversing the door, the appliance must not be connected to the mains. Ensure that the plug is removed from the mains socket.
Tools you will need:
Not provided

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8mm socket wrench| Thin-blade screwdriver| Putty knife
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Cross-shaped screwdriver| Monkey wrench| 8mm wrench
Additional parts (in the plastic bag)
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Big screw hole cover| Left hinge cover| Upper hinge-left

Note: If required you may lay the refrigerator on its back in order to gain access to the base, you should rest it on soft foam packaging or similar material to avoid damaging the backboard of the refrigerator. To reverse the door, the following steps are generally recommended.

1. Use a putty knife or thin-blade screwdriver to prize the screw hole cover which is at the top left corner of the refrigerator, and the upper hinge cover which is at the top right corner of the refrigerator.

2. Unscrew the special flange self-tapping screws which are used for fixing the right upper hinge part by an 8mm socket driver or a spanner (please support the upper door with your hand when doing it).

3. Remove the door from the lower hinge.
   Note: When removing the door, watch for washer(s) between the lower hinge and the bottom of the lower door that may stick to the door. Do not loose.

4. Place it on a smooth surface with its panel upwards. Loose screw 2 and part 1, then install them to the left side and tighten securely.

5. Lay the refrigerator on soft foam packaging or similar material. Remove both adjustable bottom feet parts, and the lower hinge part by unscrewing the special flange self-tapping screws.

6. Loose out the lower hinge pin, change it to the reverse hole site, then tighten it into position follow the picture below.

7. Replace the lower hinge part to the left side and fixing it with the special flange selftapping screws. Replace the adjustable bottom feet parts to another side and fixing it.

8. Transfer the door to the property position, adjust the lower hinge part, and make the hinge axis into the lower hole of the door.

9. Transfer the upper hinge part and make the upper hinge axis into the upper hole of the door, and adjust the position of the door (please support the door with your hand when doing it), fixing the upper hinge part with the special flange self-tapping screws.

Display controls
Use your appliance according to the following control regulations, your appliance has the corresponding functions as the control panels showed in the pictures below.

Controlling the temperature
Use your appliance according to the following control regulations, your appliance has the corresponding functions as the control panels showed in the pictures below.
Caution!
When you set a temperature, you set an average temperature for the whole refrigerator cabinet. Temperatures inside each compartment may vary from the temperatures displayed on the panel, depending on how much food you store and where you place it. High or low room temperature may also affect the actual temperature inside the appliance.

1. POWER Press and hold the button at least 3 seconds to enter/exit standby mode. After entering the standby mode, the icon will light up, the temperature area will display «OF», other icons will be extinguished, and other key functions will be invalid, until the original control state will be restored after pressing the button again to exit the standby mode.

2. Freezer/Fridge conversion Press and hold button for 3 seconds to convert between freezer compartment and fridge compartment. After that, the light will go out first, and then turn on or flash once, which is a normal phenomenon that the control system has realized switching.
   Caution!
   • Before changing the compartment setting, make sure that the stored food is suitable for new setting mode. If not, please empty it first.
   • When the freezer mode is changed to fridge mode, please open the door for 5 minutes before putting in the food that needs to be refrigerated.
   • When the fridge mode is changed to freezer mode, please close the door and run for 200 minutes before putting in the food that needs to be frozen.
   • When the fridge mode is changed to freezer mode, ensure there are no bottled or canned drinks (especially carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment. Bottles and cans may explode.

3. TEMP Press the button to adjust the temperature to the desired setting.
   If you have set the Freezer compartment type to Fahrenheit, the temperature will be set in the following sequence.If you have set the Freezer compartment type to Celsius, the temperature will be set in the following sequence.If you have set the Fridge compartment type to Fahrenheit, the temperature will be set in the following sequence.If you have set the Fridge compartment type to Celsius, the temperature will be set in the following sequence.

4. °F/°C Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit on the display.

5. Door Alarm
   When the door has been opened for over 2 minutes, the door alarm will come on. In case of door alarm, the door alarm indicator will light up and blink, and «dr» is displayed in the temperature display area, meanwhile, the buzzer will sound 3 times every 1 minute and will stop alarming automatically after 8 minutes. The door alarm can be cleared by closing the door.
   • In case of door alarm, it can be turned off by closing the door.
   • In case of door alarm, you can press and hold the button for at least hold 3 seconds to clear the door alarm sound, and then the control panel will show “dr” and the icon will light.
   • To save energy, please avoid keeping the door open for a long time when using the appliance.

6. Energy Saving
   This function makes the refrigerator work in a power saving mode which is useful for reducing energy consumption when you are away.
   Press the button to turn on the Energy saving function. The icon will be illuminated.
   • When the Energy Saving function is on, in the fridge state, the temperature is set to 6°C (43°F); in the freezer state, the temperature is set to -17°C (1°F).
   • When Energy Saving function is on, you can turn it off by pressing  the or button and the refrigerator temperature setting will revert back to the previous setting.

7. Super Freeze
   The Super Freeze feature helps to keep the food stored in the freezer at the set temperature during periods of high usage, large grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures. In the freezer state, press the button to turn on the Super Freeze function. The icon will be illuminated.
   • When the Super Freeze function is on, in the freezer state, the temperature is set to -24°C (-11 °F).
   • When Super Freeze function is on, you can turn it off by pressing  the or button and the refrigerator temperature setting will revert back to the previous setting.
   • Super Freeze will automatically turn off after 52 hours.
   Note: Do not leave glass bottles or canned drinks (especially carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment. Bottles and cans may explode.

8. Super Cool
   The Super Cool feature helps to keep food stored in the refrigerator at the set temperature during periods of high usage, large grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures.
   In the fridge state, press the button to turn on the Super Cool function. The icon will be illuminated.
   • When the Super Cool function is on, in the fridge state, the temperature is set to 2°C (36°F).
   • When Super Cool function is on, you can turn it off by pressing the or button and the refrigerator temperature setting will revert back to the previous setting.
   • Super Cool will automatically turn off after 6 hours.

9. Demo mode
   Demo mode is for store display and it prevents the refrigerator from generating cool air. In this of Cooling off Mode, the refrigerator may seem like it is working but it will not make cool air. The display panel will show special segments as follow.

Press and hold the and   buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to turn off the demo mode and the buzzer gave a long sound.
Using your appliance
Your appliance has the accessories as the “Description of the appliance” showed in general, with this part of instruction you can have the right way to use them. We recommend that you read through them carefully before using the appliance.
Under fridge mode Door rack

• It is suitable for the storage of eggs, canned liquid, bottled drinks and packed food, etc. Do not place too many heavy things in the racks.

Drawer
The drawer is suitable for storage of vegetables and fruit, etc.

under freezer mode

• It is suitable for the storage of foods required to be frozen, such as meat, ice, etc.

Caution!

• Do not close refrigerator door when installing deep bracket, It may damage the unit.
• Ensure that drink bottles are not left in the freezer for a longer time than needed as freezing liquid may cause the bottle to break.

Shelf in Refrigerator chamber

1. There are shelves in refrigerator chamber, and they can be taken out to be cleaned.

Helpful hints and tips

Energy saving tips
We recommend that you follow the tips below to save energy.

• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods in order to conserve energy. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat (Direct sunlight, electric oven or cooker etc.)

• Don’t set the temperature colder than necessary.

• Don’t store warm food or evaporating liquid in the appliance.

• Place the appliance in a well ventilated, humidity free, room. Please refer to Installing your new appliance chapter.

• If the diagram shows the correct combination for the drawers, crisper and shelves, do not adjust the combination as this is designed to be the most energy efficient configuration.
  Hints for fresh food refrigeration

• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator or freezer, the internal temperature will increase resulting in the compressor having to work harder and will consume more energy.

• Do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavor.

• Place food properly so that air can circulate freely around it.
  Hints for refrigeration

• Meat (All Types) Wrap in polythene food: wrap and place on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer. Always follow food storage times and use by dates suggested by manufacturers.

• Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.:
  They should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.

• Fruit and vegetables:
  They should be stored in the special drawer provided.

• Butter and cheese:
  Should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic film wrap.

• Milk bottles:
  Should have a lid and be stored in the door racks.

Hints for freezing

• When first starting-up or after a period out of use, let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the higher settings before putting food in the compartment.

• Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it possible to subsequently thaw only the quantity required.

• Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or polyethylene food wraps which are airtight,

• Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch the food which is already frozen to avoid temperature rise of the latter.

• Iced products, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, will probably cause frost burns to the skin.

• It is recommended to label and date each frozen package in order to keep track of the storage time.
  Hints for the storage of frozen food

• Ensure that frozen food has been stored correctly by the food retailer

• Once defrosted, food will deteriorate rapidly and should not be re-frozen. Do not exceed the storage period indicated by the food manufacturer.

Switching off your appliance
If the appliance needs to be switched off for an extended period, the following steps should be taken to prevent mold on the appliance.

1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the mains socket.
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly to allow air to circulate.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions

• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant in crease of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• Two-star frozen-food 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 the freezing of fresh food.

Order| Compartments TYPE| Target storage temp.(°C)| Appropriate food
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1| Fridge| +2~+8| Eggs, cooked food, packaged food, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cakes, Drinks and other foods which are not suitable for freezing.
2| (*) – Freezer| ≤-18| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time
is 3 months – nutrition values and taste decrease with time), suitable for frozen fresh food.
3| – Freezer| ≤-18| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time is 3 months – nutrition values and taste decrease with time). Not suitable for freezing fresh food.
4| * – Freezer| ≤-12| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time is 3 months – nutrition values and taste decrease with time). Not suitable for freezing fresh food.
5| – Freezer| ≤-6| Seafood(fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products(recommended time is 1 month – nutrition values and taste decrease with time). Not suitable for freezing fresh food.
6| 0-star| -6~0| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, some packaged processed foods, etc.(Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably not later than 3 days).
7| Chill| -2~+3| Fresh/frozen pork, beef, fish, chicken, freshwater aquatic prodects, etc. (7 days below 0°C and above 0°C is recommended for consumption within that day, preferably no more than 2 days). Seafood(less than 0 for 15 days, it is not recommended to store above 0°C).
8| Fresh Food| 0~+4| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, cooked food, etc.(Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably
no more than 3 days).
9| Wine| -15| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, cooked food, etc.(Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably
no more than 3 days).

Note: please store different foods according to the compartments or target storage temperature of your purchased products.

• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long preiods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
  Water dispenser cleaning(special for water dispenser products):

• Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48h; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.
  WARNING! Food needs to be packed in bags before putting into the refrigerator, and liquids need to be packed in bottles or capped containers to avoid the problem that the product design structure is not easy to clean.

Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning and care
For hygienic reasons the appliance (including exterior and interior accessories) should be cleaned at least every two months.
Warning!
To avoid electrical shock, the appliance must not be connected to the main power supply during cleaning. Before cleaning, switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the main socket.
Exterior cleaning
To maintain good appearance of your appliance, you should clean it regularly, ethereal oil, abrasive cleansers or organic solvent such as Benzene for cleaning. They may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire.
Interior cleaning
You should clean the appliance interior regularly. It will be easier to clean when food stocks are low. Wipe the inside of the fridge freezer with a weak solution of backing soda and water, and then rinse with warm water using a wrung-out sponge or cloth.
Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and baskets. Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts before putting them back into place.
Although this appliance automatically defrosts, a layer of frost may occur on the freezer compartment’s interior walls if the freezer door is opened frequently or kept open too long. If the frost is too thick, choose a time when the freezer is nearly empty and proceed as follows:

1. Remove existing food and accessories baskets, unplug the appliance from the main power and leave the doors open. Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate the process.
2. When defrosting is completed, clean your freezer as described above.
   • Spray water onto a cleaning cloth instead of spraying directly on the surface of the appliance. This helps ensure an even distribution of moisture to the surface.
   • Clean the doors, handles and cabinet surfaces with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Caution!

• Don’t use sharp objects to clean with, as they are likely to scratch the surface.
• Don’t use Thinner, Car detergent, bleach, your freezer as described above.

Warning!
Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the freezer compartment. Only after the interior is completely dry should the appliance be switched back on and plugged back into the main socket.
Door seals cleaning
Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drinks can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you open the door. Wash seal with a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry it thoroughly after cleaning.
Caution! Only after the door seals are completely dry should the appliance be powered on.
Replacing the LED light

• This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G.
• Light source in this product can only be replaced by qualified professionals.
• Please contact after-sales service if the light source fails.
• The light source shall be removed at the end of the product’s useful life, with sorting and recycling done separately.

Warning: The LED light must be replaced by a competent person. If the LED light is damaged, follow the steps below:

1. Unplug your appliance.
2. Remove light cover by rising up and pulling out the LED light.
3. Hold the LED light with one hand and pull it with the other hand while pressing the connector latch.
4. Replace LED light and snap it correctly in place and recover the light cover.

Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the appliance is not functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for service, please see below.
Warning! Don’t try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after you have made the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician, authorized service engineer or the shop where you purchased the product.

into the power outlet properly.
• Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace if necessary.
• It is normal that the freezer is not operating during the defrost cycle, or for a short time after the appliance is switched on to protect the compressor.
Odors from the compartments| • The interior may need to be cleaned.
• Some food, containers or wrapping cause odors.
Noise from the appliance| The sounds below are quite normal:
• Compressor running noises.
• Air movement noise from the small fan motor in the freezer compartment or other compartments.
• Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.
• Popping noise during automatic defrosting.
• Clicking noise before the compressor starts.
Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and may need you to check and take action:
• The cabinet is not level.
• The back of appliance touches the wall.
• Bottles or containers fallen or rolling.
The motor runs continuously| It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it will need to run more when in following circumstances:
• Temperature setting is set colder than necessary.
• Large quantity of warm food has recently been stored within the appliance.
• The temperature outside the appliance is too high.
• Doors are kept open too long or too often.
• After you installing the appliance or it has been switched off for a long time.
A layer of frost occurs in the compartment| • Check that the air outlets are not blocked by food and ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To remove the frost, please refer to the “Cleaning and care” chapter
Temperature inside is too warm| • You may have left the doors open too long or too frequently; or the doors are kept open by some obstacle; or the appliance is located with insufficient clearance at the sides, back and top.
• You may have left the doors open too long or too frequently; or
the doors are kept open by some obstacle; or the appliance is located with insufficient clearance at the sides, back and top.| • Increase the temperature by following the “controls panel” chapter.
Doors can’t be closed easily| • Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back by 10- 15mm to allow the doors to self-close, or if something inside is preventing the doors from closing.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

This product is guaranteed against faults caused by defects in manufacturing or the materials used for a period of two years, starting from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover defects or damage caused by failure to install the device correctly, incorrect use of the product, or excessive wear and tear.
proof of purchase required.

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59155 FACHES-THUMESNIL – FRANCE
EN 50419 :2006 LOGO

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