CDA FW881 Freezer Installation Guide
- June 1, 2024
- CDA
Table of Contents
- Important
- GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF USE
- INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
- UNPACKING
- DISPOSAL OF OLD APPLIANCE
- CONTROLS
- OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
- USING THE FREEZER EFFICIENTLY
- DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
- TROUBLE-SHOOTING
- CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF THE DOOR OPENING
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
CDA FW881 Freezer Installation Guide
Important
The CDA Group Ltd cannot be held responsible for injuries or losses caused by incorrect use or installation of this product. Please note that CDA reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee supplied with this product following incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance or use in a commercial environment.
This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by someone who is responsible for their safety.
Under no circumstances should any external covers be removed for servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified personnel.
Appliance information:
Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for reference, to
assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with your appliance and to
register your appliance for guarantee purposes.
Appliance Model
Serial Number
EU Declarations of Conformity
This appliance has been designed and manufactured to comply with all
applicable UK and EU legislation and has been marked with the following
symbols Low voltage Directive, 2014/35/EU Electromagnetic compatibility
Directive, 2014/30/EU ErP Directive, 2009/125/EC RoHS Directive, 2011/65/EU
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE
WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU.
At the end of its working life, the product must be taken to a special local
authority waste collection centre or to a dealer providing appliance recycling
services.
Disposal of old appliance
In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU and local legislation
regarding used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with
the symbol of the crossed-out waste container. This marking indicates that the
appliance must not be disposed of together with other household waste after it
has been used. The user is obliged to hand it over to waste collection centre
collecting used electrical and electronic goods. The collectors, including
local collection points, shops and local authority departments provide
recycling schemes. Proper handling of used electrical and electronic goods
helps avoid environmental and health hazards resulting from the presence of
dangerous components and the inappropriate storage and processing of such
goods.
Unpacking
♻ During transportation, protective packaging was used to protect the
appliance against any damage. After unpacking, please dispose of all elements
of packaging in a way that will not cause damage to the environment. All
materials used for packaging the appliance are environmentally friendly; they
are 100% recyclable and are marked with the appropriate symbol.
⚠ Important! Packaging materials (bags, polyethylene, polystyrene, etc.) should be kept away from children during unpacking.
GUIDELINES CONCERNING THE SAFETY OF USE
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Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
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This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
1. Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
2. Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments
3. Bed and breakfast type environments
4. Catering and similar non-retail applications -
The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce changes which do not affect the operation of the appliance.
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Some provisions in this user manual are unified for refrigerating products of different types (for a freezer)
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The Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damage arising from the failure to observe the instructions contained in this manual.
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Keep this manual for future reference, or to pass it over to the next user.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with limited physical or mental capabilities and persons who lack experience or familiarity with the appliance.
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Do not allow children to use the appliance. Do not allow them to play with the appliance. They must not climb inside the drawers and swing on the doors.
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The appliance operates properly at the ambient temperature (see product fiche). Do not use it in the cellar, unheated summer cottage during autumn and winter.
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When placing, moving, 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.
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When transporting, moving or positioning the freezer do not tilt it by more than 40° from the vertical position. Should such a situation occur, the appliance should be switched on after minimum 2 hours from its replacement in the right position (fig.2).
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Pull the plug out from the mains socket before each maintenance activity. Do not pull on the cord, but hold the body of the plug instead.
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The “cracking” sound, which the appliance may emit is caused by the expansion and contraction of parts as a result of temperature variations.
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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.
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Air the room in which the appliance is placed for a few minutes (the size of the room for a product containing isobuthane/R600a must be at least 4m3) to avoid damage to the cooling system.
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Do not refreeze partly thawed products.
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Do not store beverages in bottles and cans, especially carbonated beverages, in the freezer chamber. The cans and the bottles may explode.
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Do not put frozen products, taken out directly from the freezer (lollies, ice cubes, etc.) into your mouth, their low temperature may cause severe frostbite.
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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.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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This appliance is intended for food storage, do not use it for other purposes.
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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)
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This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and older or by persons with physical, mental or sensory handicaps, or by those who are inexperienced or unfamiliar with the appliance, provided 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.
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WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
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If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. · In order to obtain more space in the freezer, you can remove the drawers and place the food directly on the shelves. This has no effect on the product mechanical properties and cooling performance. Declared freezer capacity was calculated with the drawers removed.
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WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.
WARNING: Risk of fire / flammable materials -
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.
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WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:
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Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
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Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
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Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
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Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice-cream and making ice cubes.
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One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food
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WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unles they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer
- 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 periods, 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 48 h; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.
- Pursuant to Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2019, the minimum availability period for spare parts necessary to repair the appliance is 7 or 10 years depending on the type and purpose of the spare part.
- The list of spare parts and the ordering procedure are available on the websites of the manufacturer, importer or an authorized representative.
- For more information about the product, please refer to the EU EPREL Product Database at https://eprel.ec.europa.eu.
For more information, please use your mobile device to scan the QR code on the energy label or enter the product model listed on the energy label in the EPREL search engine https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING CONDITIONS OF THE APPLIANCE
This refrigeration appliance is intended for use as a built-in appliance.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the
built-in structure, clear of obstruction.”
Installation before using the appliance for the first time
- Take the product out of the package, remove the scotch tape protecting the door and the equipment. Any remaining adhesive stains may be removed with a mild washing agent.
- Do not throw away the polystyrene elements of the packaging. If it is necessary to transport the fridge-freezer, pack it in the polystyrene elements and film as well as protect ing it with scotch tape
- Clean the interior surface of the fridge- freezer and the elements of the equipment with a washing agent dissolved in lukewarm water, then wipe it dry.
- Place the freezer on an even, flat and stable surface, in dry, aired and shaded room, far from the heat sources such as: oven, hob, central heating radiators, central heating pipes, hot water installation, etc.
- On the exterior surface of the product may be a protective foil, this foils should be removed.
- Make sure the appliance is placed in a horizontal position by screwing in the 2 adjustable front legs (fig. 3)
- To ensure that the door opens freely, the distance between the side of the appliance (on door hinges side) and the wall is shown on figure 5.*
- Ensure adequate ventilation of the room and free air circulation from all sides of the appliance (fig. 6).*
- WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built – in structure, clear of obstruction
Minimum distances from the heat sources
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from the electric gas and other ovens – 30 mm,
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from oil or coal fired ovens – 300 mm,
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from built-in ovens – 50 mm If there is no possibility of ensuring the above- mentioned distances, provide an appropriate insulation board.
Warning: -
The rear wall of the refrigerator, in particular, the condenser and other elements of the cooling system must not contact other elements, which may damage them, (e.g. central heating pipes and the water supply pipes).
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It is forbidden to readjust or modify any parts of the unit. It is crucial not to damage the capillary tube visible in the compressor recess. The tube may not be bent, straightened or wound.
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If the capillary tube is damaged by the user the guarantee will be void (fig. 8).
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In some models the handle is put into the appliance, You should screw it with Your own screwdriver,
Mains connection
- Prior to connection, it is recommended to set the temperature control knob to an ,,OFF” or other position that disconnects the appliance from the power supply (See page with the control description).
- This appliance should be connected to AC 220-240V 50Hz supply socket. The socket must be fitted properly, and must be supplied with an earthing conduit and a 10A fuse.
- It is a legal requirement that the appliance is properly earthed. 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 leads. If it is necessary to use the extension lead, it must be equipped with a protection ring and a single socket and must have a VDE/GS safety certificate.
- If an extension lead is used (with a protection ring and safety certificate), its socket must be located at a safe distance, away from the sinks, and must not be in a place where it could be flooded by water or waste water.
- See the type plate at the lower part of the internal wall of the appliance for detailed specifications**.
Disconnecting the mains
Make sure the appliance can be easily disconnected from the mains, either by
pulling the plug out of the mains socket, or by switching the two-pole switch
off (fig. 9).
Climate range
The information about the climate range of the appliance is provided on the
rated plate. It indicates at which ambient temperature (that is, room
temperature, in which the appliance is working) the operation of the appliance
is optimal (proper).
- Only free-standing appliances
** According to the model
UNPACKING
♻ During transportation, protective packaging was used to protect the appliance against any damage. After unpacking, please dispose of all elements of packaging in a way that will not cause damage to the environment. All materials used for packaging the appliance are environmentally friendly; they are 100% recyclable and are marked with the appropriate symbol. Important! Packaging materials (bags, polyethylene, polystyrene, etc.) should be kept away from children during unpacking.
DISPOSAL OF OLD APPLIANCE
In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU and local legislation regarding used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with the symbol of the crossed-out waste container. This marking indicates that the appliance must not be disposed of together with other household waste after it has been used. The user is obliged to hand it over to waste collection centre collecting used electrical and electronic goods. The collectors, including local collection points, shops and local authority departments provide recycling schemes. Proper handling of used electrical and electronic goods helps avoid environmental and health hazards resulting from the presence of dangerous components and the inappropriate storage and processing of such goods.
CONTROLS
Appliance controls The control panel is shown in figure 10. For reference it is also shown below:
Adjust temperature inside the appliance
The control panel is located inside the appliance on the top wall of the
refrigerator compartment. It allows you to change the temperature in both
chambers. Touch few times sensor to change the temperature, on the display set
value will flash. If you want to turn off the appliance, touch sensor. You can
also turn on the appliance using it.
Setting -16 The highest temperature inside the appliance (warmer)
Settings -18 / -20 / -22 Medium temperature inside the appliance
Setting -24 The lowest temperature inside the appliance (cooler)
Fast cooling function ( ) Use this function when you intend to place plenty
of fresh food in the chamber. Function deactivates after 24 hours.
Additional information on the temperature
- The temperature inside the appliance is influenced by many factors. How you set the temperature control dial depends on the ambient temperature, sun exposure, how often you open the door and the amount of food stored. The middle setting of the dial is most optimal in most cases.
- Do not put food into the fridge freezer before it has reached its operating temperature, which takes minimum 4 hours.
- Do not change the temperature settings due to the change in the season of the year. The ambient temperature increase will be detected by the sensor and the compressor will be switched on automatically for a longer period of time in order to maintain the temperature set inside the chambers.
- The slight changes in temperature are perfectly normal and may occur, for instance during the storage of great quantities of fresh products in the fridge, or when the door is open for a longer period of time. This will not affect the condition of the stored foodstuff, and the temperature will quickly return to its set value.
OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Storage of food in the freezer
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It is recommended to place the products in freezer drawers 1, 2, 3* up to natural loading capacity (Fig. 11a / 11b).**
1. Packed products
2. Shelf
3. Natural loading capacity
4. ! -
Stacking of products on the freezer shelves is acceptable.*
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It is acceptable to place products beyond the natural loading capacity by 20-30 mm.**
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In order to increase the loading capacity of the freezer chamber and allow the stacking of products on the freezer evaporator wire shelves up to maximum height it is possible to remove drawers 1 and 2.*
Freezing food**
- Practically all the food products, except for vegetables consumed raw, such as lettuce can be frozen.
- Only food products of the highest quality, divided into small portions for single use, should be frozen.
- Products should be packed in materials that are odourless, resistant to air and moisture penetration, and not susceptible to fat. Plastic bags, polyethylene and aluminium sheets are the best wrapping materials.
- The packaging should be tight and should stick to the frozen products. Do not use glass containers.
- Keep fresh and warm foodstuff at ambient temperature away from the products, which have already been frozen.
- We advise you not to place more of fresh food at a time to the freezer per day (see table witch technical specification).
- In order to maintain optimum quality of the frozen food, reorganise the food that is in the middle of the freezer, so that it does not touch the products that are not yet frozen.
- It is recommended that you move the already frozen products to one side and place the fresh products that are to be frozen on the opposite side, as close to the rear and side walls as possible.
- To freezing products, use space marked
- Bear in mind that the temperature in the freezer is affected by several factors, including the ambient temperature and the quantity of food products in the chamber, the frequency of opening the door, the amount of frost in the freezer, and the thermostat setting.
- If you cannot open the freezer door immediately after closing it, allow 1-2 minutes for the negative pressure to compensate, and try again to open the door.
The storage time for frozen products depends on their quality before freezing when fresh, and on the storage temperature. The following storage periods are recommended when the temperature of -18°C or lower is maintained:
Do not store frozen food in rapid cooling chamber. Ice cubes can be prepared and stored in this chamber.
Note: If the appliance does not have a freezer compartment ( ), it is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs.
- Applicable to appliances with a freezer compartment at the bottom of the appliance.
** Applicable to appliances with a freezer compartment
*** Not applicable to appliances with a freezer compartment marked
USING THE FREEZER EFFICIENTLY
Understanding the stars
DEFROSTING, WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
Never clean the product’s casing or plastic parts using solvents or strong, abrasive detergents (e.g. washing powders or creams)! Use mild liquid detergents and soft cloths only. Do not use sponges. External surfaces made of plastic should be cleaned with a microfiber cloth, otherwise irreversible micro scratches will appear.
Defrosting the freezer**
- It is recommended to combine defrosting the appliance with washing it.
- Excessive accumulation of ice on the freezing areas impairs the appliance’s freezing capacity and increases the energy consumption.
- Defrost the appliance at least once or twice a year. In case of a higher ice build-up, defrosting must be carried out more frequently.
- If there is food in the freezer, set the knob to the max. position about 4 hours before the planned defrosting. This will ensure the possibility of storing the food at the ambient temperature for a longer time.
- After taking the food out of the freezer, put it in a container, wrap it with several layers of paper, a blanket and store it at a cool place.
- The defrosting operation should last as short as possible. Long storage of food at the ambient temperature shortens their shelf life.
Defrost the freezer chamber following steps:**
- Switch of the appliance using the control panel and pull the plug out from the socket..
- Open the door and remove the food from the freezer.
- Depending on the model, pull out the drainage tube located in the bottom of the freezer compartment and place a suitable vessel underneath.
- Leave the door open, this will speed up the defrost process. Additionally, a pot with hot water (not boiling) may be placed inside the freezer compartment.
- Wash the interior of the freezer and wipe it dry.
- Switch on the appliance as per the relevant point in the manual.
Washing the freezer chambers manually****
It is recommended to wash the fridge and freezer chambers at least once a
year. This prevents the formation of bacteria and bad odours. Switch off the
appliance, using button (1), remove the food from the chambers and wash them
using water with a mild detergent. Then, wipe the chambers dry with a cloth.
**Taking out and putting in the shelves***
Slide the shelf out, then slide it in as much as possible so that its clamp
could fit the guide groove (fig. 15).
** Applicable to appliances with a freezer compartment
Not applicable to appliances with a Frost-free System.
*** Applicable to appliances with a refrigerator compartment
Not applicable to appliances with a Frost-free System.
** Applicable to appliances with a Frost-free System.
*** Does not apply to freezers
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the refrigerator, which do not affect its correct operation.
Sounds, which can be easily prevented:
- noise caused by the appliance which is not level – adjust the position with the adjustable turn-in front feet. Alternatively, place pads made of soft material under the rear rollers, especially when the appliance is placed on tiles.
- touching the adjacent piece of furniture – move the refrigerator away.
- creaking of the drawers or shelves – take out and put back the drawer or shelf.
- sounds of clinking bottles – move bottles apart.
Sounds heard during normal use are mainly due to operation of the thermostat, compressor (switching on) and cooling system (thermal expansion and contraction of the radiator caused by flow of the cooling agent).
Warranty and service
The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage caused by improper
use of the product.
- Repairs carried out by unqualified persons may seriously endanger the appliance user
- Pursuant to Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2019, The minimum availability period for spare parts necessary to repair the appliance is 7 or 10 years depending on the type and purpose of the spare part
- The list of spare parts and the ordering procedure are available on the websites of the manufacturer, importer or an authorised representative
- The minimum warranty period for the appliance offered by the manufacturer, importer or authorised representative is given in the warranty card
- The warranty shall be void if you make any independent adaptations or alterations, tamper with seals or other appliance safety devices or its parts or interfere with the appliance contrary to operating instructions
For more information about the product, please refer to the EU EPREL Product
Database at https://eprel.ec.europea.eu.
Alternatively you can use your mobile device to scan the QR code on the energy
label or enter the product model listed on the energy label in the EPREL
search engine.
CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF THE DOOR OPENING
Changing the direction of the door opening (Fig. 20)
- Before reversing the door opening direction, unplug the appliance and remove all food.
- Using a flat screwdriver pry and remove hinge caps.
- Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the door upper hinge while holding the door (Fig. 20.1).
- Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the middle hinge while holding the upper door*
- Set the door aside in a safe place.
- Tilt the appliance (up to 40 degrees) so as to have sufficient access to the lower hinge (Fig. 20.2).
- Using a Phillips screwdriver remove lower door hinge
- Attach the lower hinge on the other side (Fig. 20.3).
- Position the door assembly in such a way so that pin of the lower hinge is aligned with the appropriate hole of the lower door bracket.
- Attach the middle hinge on the other side of the appliance so that the lower pin of the middle hinge is aligned with the appropriate hole of the upper door bracket. Position the second door assembly so that the upper pin of the middle hinge is aligned with the appropriate hole of the lower door bracket.*
- Attach the upper hinge so that the hinge pin is aligned with the appropriate hole of the upper door bracket.* (Fig. 20.4).
- Check that doors are properly aligned with the appliance body.
- Replace the hinge caps.
- Switch on the appliance as described in the relevant section of its operating instructions.
- This action applies to appliances with both refrigeration and freezer chambers.
For service or queries relating to your product please contact:
The Customer Care Department on 01949 862 012 or email
customer.care@cda.co.uk
For more information please contact:
The Sales Department on 01949 862 010 or email
sales@cda.co.uk
Customer Care Department. The CDA Group Ltd, Harby Road, Langar,
Nottinghamshire, NG13 9HY T: 01949 862 012 F: 01949 862 003 E:
customer.care@cda.co.uk
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