CDA FW881 Integrated Freezer User Manual

CDA FW881 Integrated Freezer

Product Information

• Specifications
  • Model: FW881
  • Type: Integrated Freezer
  • Manufacturer: CDA
  • Compliance: UK and EU Legislation
  • Standards: Electrical safety (LVD), Electromagnetic interference compatibility (EMC)

Product Usage Instructions

• Installation
  • Follow the installation instructions provided in the user manual to ensure the correct setup of the integrated freezer.
• Use
  • Do not use the appliance by individuals with reduced physical, sensorial, or mental capacity without supervision.
  • Do not remove external covers for servicing except by qualified personnel.
• Maintenance
  • Register your appliance for guarantee purposes using the details on the rating plate.
  • Dispose of the appliance correctly at the end of its working life following EC Directive 2012/19/EU.
  • Before disposing of the appliance, remove door seals, latch, or bolt lock to prevent child entrapment.

FAQs

• Q: Can children use this appliance unsupervised?
  • A: This appliance is not designed for use by individuals with reduced capacity unless supervised by someone responsible for their safety.
• Q: How should I dispose of the appliance properly?
  • A: Follow EC Directive 2012/19/EU guidelines for correct disposal. Take it to a specialized waste disposal center.
• Q: What materials are used for packaging?
  • A: All packaging materials are environmentally friendly, 100% recyclable, and marked with appropriate symbols.

Important information

• The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for injuries or losses caused by the incorrect use or installation of this product.
• Please note that we reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee supplied with this product following incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance.
• 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 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.

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/EUm, Electromagnetic compatibility Directive, 2014/30/EU, ErP Directive, 2009/125/EC, RoHS Directive, 2011/65/EU
• This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical safety (LVD) and Electromagnetic interference compatibility (EMC). Parts intended to come into contact with food conform to 1934/2004/EC.
• IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT FOLLOWING EC DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU. At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste.
• The refrigeration system contains insulating gases and refrigerants, which require specialised waste disposal. The valuable materials contained in this appliance can be recycled. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or a dealer providing this service.
• Before disposing of an old appliance, remove the door seals, latch or bolt lock to avoid the risk of child entrapment.
• Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

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.

Important safety warnings

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
  • Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
  • Farmhouses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential-type environments
  • Bed and breakfast-type environments
  • Catering and similar non-retail applications
• The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce changes that do not affect the operation of the appliance.
• Some provisions in this user manual are unified for refrigerating products of different types (for a freezer)
• The Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damage arising from the failure to observe the instructions contained in this manual.
• Keep this manual for future reference, or to pass it over to the next user.
• 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.
• 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.
• The appliance operates properly at the ambient temperature (see product fiche). Do not use it in the cellar, or unheated summer cottage during autumn and winter.
• 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.
• 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 a minimum 2 hours from its replacement in the right position (fig.2).
• Pull the plug out from the main socket before each maintenance activity. Do not pull on the cord, but hold the body of the plug instead.
• The “cracking” sound, which the appliance may emit is caused by the expansion and contraction of parts as a result of temperature variations.
• For safety reasons do not repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by persons who do not have the required qualifications may result in danger for the user of the appliance.
• Air the room in which the appliance is placed for a few minutes (the size of the room for a product containing butane/R600a must be at least 4m3) to avoid damage to the cooling system.
• Do not refreeze partly thawed products.
• Do not store beverages in bottles and cans, especially carbonated beverages, in the freezer chamber. The cans and the bottles may explode.
• 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. 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.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is intended for food storage, do not use it for other purposes.
• When performing activities, such as cleaning, maintenance or moving, the appliance must be completely disconnected from the power supply (by pulling the plug out from the socket)
• 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.
• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
• To obtain more space in the freezer, you can remove the drawers and place the food directly on the shelves. This does not affect the product’s mechanical properties and cooling performance. Declared freezer capacity was calculated with the drawers removed.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000m.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

To avoid contamination of food, please follow these instructions:

• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase in the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regular 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 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
• WARNING: Risk of fire / flammable materials
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless 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 from developing within the appliance.
• Water dispenser cleaning (special for water dispenser products): Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 hours; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.
• Under 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/.

Recommended Storage

and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.
Freezer| ≤-18| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), are not suitable for frozen fresh food.
Freezer| ≤-12| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 2 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), are not suitable for frozen fresh food
Freezer| ≤-6| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 1 month, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), are not suitable for frozen fresh food.
0- star compartment| -6≤0| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, some packaged processed foods, etc. (Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably no more than 3 days). Partially encapsulated processed foods (non-freezable foods)
Chill| 2≤+3| Fresh/frozen pork, beef, chicken, freshwater aquatic products, etc.(7 days below 0OC and above 0OC is recommended for consumption within that day, preferably no more than 2 days). Seafood (less than 0f or 15 days, it is not recommended to store above 0OC)
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)
Wine| +5≤+20| Red wine, white wine, sparkling wine etc.

Freezer controls

• A. Freezer temperature adjustment sensor
  • This button is used to adjust the temperature within the freezer. Press this sensor once to activate adjustment, and then as many times as necessary until the desired level is selected. The settings range from -16 to -24 with being -16 the warmest and -24 being the coldest.
• B. Freezer temperature setting display
  • This display will illuminate the current temperature setting. Adjusting the temperature will cycle through this display.
• C. Super freeze function
  • This should be used when freezing large quantities of food all at once.
  • Activate this function 2 or 3 hours before introducing the food and do not leave it to run for more than necessary. Leaving it to run for longer will place unnecessary strain on the cooling system. The function will automatically deactivate after approximately 24 hours.
  • Please note: You do not use the numbers to change the temperature. Instead, use the refrigerator temperature adjustment sensor (A).
• D. Power button
  • Use this sensor to switch the appliance on and off (standby mode).
  • The sensor will be illuminated when the appliance is off.

Adjusting the temperature

• 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 a few times sensor to change the temperature, on the display set value will flash.
• If you want to turn off the appliance, touch the sensor. You can also turn on the appliance using it.

fresh food in the chamber. The function deactivates after 24 hours.

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 a 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 in order to maintain the temperature set inside the chambers.
• The slight temperature changes 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. This will not affect the condition of the stored foodstuff, and the temperature will quickly return to its set value.

Using the freezer efficiently

• Temperature is at least -6°C; sufficient to store frozen food for about a week. Drawers or compartments marked with one star used to be a feature of (mostly) cheaper fridges.
• Food can be stored at -12°C or below for 1-2 weeks without losing its taste. Not suitable for freezing food.
• This rating is mainly used to store foods at -18°C or below. Can also be used to freeze up to 1 kilogram of fresh food.
• This appliance is suitable for storing foods at -18°C or below and freezing larger quantities of fresh foods.

Installation

This refrigeration appliance is intended for use as a built-in appliance.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.” Installation before using the appliance for the first time

• Take the product out of the package, and 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 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 a dry, aired and shaded room, far from the heat sources such as: the 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 should be removed.
• Make sure the appliance is placed in a horizontal position by screwing in the 2 adjustable front legs (fig. 3)
• Ensure adequate ventilation of the room.

WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction

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 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).
• 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.
• If the capillary tube is damaged by the user the guarantee will be void (fig. 8).
• In some models the handle must be added onto the appliance by the user, this can be attached using a screwdriver.

Electrical information

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type, into the fuse cover.
3. Replace fuse cover.
   • Important: Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in position.

How to connect an alternative plug
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, then it should be cut off and disposed of safely to avoid possible shock hazards. A suitable alternative plug of at least 13 Amp rating to BS 1363 should be used.

Mains connection

• Before connection, it is recommended to set the temperature control knob to an “OFF” or other position that disconnects the appliance from the power supply.
• This appliance should be connected to an 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 wastewater.
• 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.

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).

ambient temperature ranging between 10°C and 32°C
N| Temperate| This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 16 °C and 32°C
ST| Subtropical| This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 16 °C and 38 °C
T| Tropical| This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 16 °C and 43 °C

Maintenance, care and cleaning

• 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 clothes 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 energy consumption.
• Defrost the appliance at least once or twice a year. In the 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 ambient temperature shortens its shelf life.

Defrost the freezer chamber following steps:

• Switch off the appliance using the control panel and pull the plug out from the socket.
• Open the door and remove any 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 defrosting 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.

Washing the freezer chambers manually

• It is recommended to wash the freezer chambers at least once a year. This prevents the formation of bacteria and bad odours.
• Switch off the appliance, remove any 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.
  • 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.
  • This does not apply to freezers

Reversing the door
It is possible to reverse the door on this appliance if required.
To do so, follow the steps below:

1. Before reversing the door opening direction, unplug the appliance and remove all food.
2. Using a flathead screwdriver, pry and remove the hinge caps.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove, the door upper hinge while holding the door (Fig. step 1).
4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the middle hinge while holding the upper door*
5. Set the door aside in a safe place.
6. Tilt the appliance (up to 40 degrees) to have sufficient access to the lower hinge (Fig. step 2).
7. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the lower door hinge.
8. Attach the lower hinge on the other side (Fig. step 3).
9. 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.
10. 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.*
11. Attach the upper hinge so that the hinge pin is aligned with the appropriate hole of the upper door bracket.* (Fig. step 4).
12. Check that doors are properly aligned with the appliance body.
13. Replace the hinge caps.
14. 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.

Troubleshooting

If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check the troubleshooting before calling CDA Customer Care, to prevent unnecessary service calls and potential costs. Contact details for CDA Customer Care can be found below.

CDA Customer Care

• Phone: 01949 862 012
• Email: customer.care@cda.co.uk.

Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the refrigerator, which does not affect its correct operation. Sounds, which can be easily prevented:

• noise caused by the appliance that 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 the operation of the thermostat, compressor (switching on) and cooling system (thermal expansion and contraction of the radiator caused by the flow of the cooling agent).

The temperature inside the appliance

is not low enough

or too high

| Incorrect setting of the adjustment knob| Reset the knob to a higher position
The ambient temperature is higher or lower than the climate range from the table with technical specification| The appliance is adapted to operation in the climate range from table with technical specification
The appliance is located in a sunlit place or near heat sources| Move the appliance to another place observing the guidelines contained in the manual
Too much warm food loaded at one time| Wait 72 hours until the food becomes cool (freezes) and the required temperature is reached inside the chamber
Internal air circulation obstructed| Place the food and containers in such a way that they do not touch the rear wall of the fridge
The air circulation at the back of the appliance is obstructed| Move the appliance a minimum of 30mm away from the wall
The door is opened too often and/or remains open for too long| Reduce the frequency of opening the door and/or shorten the time when the door remains open
The door does not close completely| Place the food and containers so that they would not interfere with the door closed
The compressor is switched on too rarely| Check whether the ambient temperature is not lower than the climate class
The door gasket was inserted incorrectly| Press the gasket in

WARRANTY

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.
• www.cda.co.uk.

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