TOMADO TSS9001B Side By Side Fridge Instruction Manual

TOMADO TSS9001B Side By Side Fridge

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: TSS9001B
• Languages: NL, EN, DE, FR
• Pages: 4-15 (NL), 16-27 (EN), 28-40 (DE), 41-52 (FR)

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions
Always ensure the appliance is accessible. If the device is damaged, not functioning properly, or has been dropped or damaged in any way, consult the retailer or our technical service. Do not attempt to replace the plug or cord yourself. Lift heavy items with two or more persons. Avoid placing heavy objects on the doors or handles to prevent floor damage. Maintain a clearance of 10 cm around the appliance. Do not install near heat sources such as a microwave or oven.

Environmental Conditions
The appliance is designed for use in an environment where the ambient temperature falls within the climate class specified on the rating plate at the back of the appliance.

Food Contamination Prevention
Avoid contaminating food by following the recommended order and compartments for suitable food storage as listed below:

dairy
products, pastries, beverages, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: What should I do if the appliance is damaged?
  A: If the appliance is damaged, not functioning properly, or has been dropped, consult the retailer or our technical service for assistance. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.

• Q: Can I modify the specifications of the product?
  A: It is dangerous to modify the specifications or alter the product in any way. Any modifications can lead to short circuits, fires, or electric shocks.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• First carefully read the instruction manual in full prior to using the appliance and store the manual in a safe place for future reference.
• Only use this appliance for the purposes described in the instruction manual. The appliance is suitable for storing food.
• It is possible to freeze fresh food in the freezer section.
• Only connect the appliance to alternate current, to an earthed wall socket, with a mains voltage that corresponds with the information provided on the information plate of the appliance.
• The appliance falls under protective class I and may only be used in combination with an earthed connection. The manufacturer is not liable for unsuitable operation and possible damage caused by unsuitable electric installations.
• Make sure that children are unable to play with the appliance, such as hide in it. This is dangerous.
• Keep the appliance out of reach of children. Children do not see the dangers associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore, never allow children to operate electrical appliances without supervision. Keep the appliance and cord out of reach of children younger than 8 years of age.
• The appliance can be used by children of 8 years and older and persons with a limited physical, sensory or mental capacity or lack of experience or knowledge, provided they use the appliance under supervision or have been instructed about its safe use and understand the hazards involved.
• The appliance may not be cleaned or maintained by children, unless this is done under supervision.
• During installation, make sure the power cable is not damaged and does not run along sharp edges.
• Do not use single/multiple adaptors or extension cords at the rear of the appliance.
• Never bend the power cord sharply or allow it to run across hot parts.
• The connection point, socket and/or plug must always be accessible.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, cord or appliance are damaged, or if the appliance no longer functions properly or if it is damaged in any other way. If this is the case, consult the retailer or our maintenance service. Never replace the plug or cord yourself.
• The appliance must be moved and installed by two or more persons.
• When moving the appliance, do not lift or pull the appliance by the doors or handles.
• Be careful when moving the appliance to prevent damaging the floor.
• Check that the appliance is not placed too close to a heat source.
• Do not place heat generating appliances such as (microwave) ovens on top of the fridge.
• In order to ensure proper ventilation, a free space of 10 cm should be maintained around the appliance.
• Install the appliance on a sturdy, flat and stable surface. Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance is  intended for use in a room where the ambient temperature falls within the applicable class, depending on the climate class found on the information plate on the back of the appliance.
  Climate class| Ambient temperature
  ---|---
  SN| From 10°C to 32°C
  N| From 16°C to 32°C
  ST| From 16°C to 38°C
  T| From 16°C to 43°C
• Never cover the ventilation holes.
• Make sure the cooling pipes do not get damaged.
• Do not store explosive or highly flammable substances in the appliance. The vapours could cause a fire hazard or an explosion.
• Do not store glass bottles or jars with liquids in the freezer, as they could break when frozen.
• Do not use mechanical, electrical or chemical agents to speed up the defrosting process.
• Repairs to electrical appliances should only be performed by skilled persons.
• Only use the appliance indoors.
• Always remove the plug from the socket when the appliance must be cleaned or repaired.
• Never use the appliance with parts that are not recommended or supplied by the manufacturer.
• Do not pull the cord and/or appliance to remove the plug from the wall socket. Never touch the plug with wet or moist hands.
• Be careful with ice cubes and ice pops. If these are consumed directly out of the freezer, there is a risk of frostbite.
• Never submerge the appliance, cord or plug in water.
• Never clean the appliance with a high pressure cleaner or steam cleaner.
• The appliance cannot be used with a timer or separate remote control.

Warning
Have the light source replaced by a recognised installer.

• This appliance is intended for household and similar use, such as:
  • in staff kitchens, in shops, offices and other work environments;
  • by guests of hotels, motels and other residential environments;
  • in Bed&Breakfast type environments;
  • farms.
• This appliance is only suitable for household use. If the appliance is not used as intended, no compensation can be claimed in case of defects or accidents and the warranty will be invalidated.

REFRIGERANT
The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is located in the refrigerant circuit of the appliance. This is a natural and highly environmentally friendly gas, but it is still combustible. During transport and installation of the appliance, make sure that no parts of the refrigerant circuit are damaged. The refrigerant (R600a) is combustible.
WARNING: Refrigerators contain refrigerant and insulation gases. Refrigerants and gases must be disposed of professionally, as they can cause eye injuries or could ignite. Make sure the tubes of the refrigerant circuit do not get damaged before the appliance is disposed of as waste.

WARNING: Risk of fire / combustible material

When the refrigerant circuit gets damaged:

• Avoid open fire and ignition sources.
• Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is located. It is hazardous to change the specifications or adapt this product in any way. Damages to the mains cord could lead to short circuit, fire and/or electric shocks.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE PREVENTION OF FOOD CONTAMINATION

To prevent food contamination, please observe the following instructions:

• Opening the door for a longer period of time can considerably increase the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean surfaces that come in contact with food and open drain systems regularly.
• Store raw meat and fish products in suitable containers in the fridge, making sure they do not make contact with or drip on other food.
• Two star frozen food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
• Compartments with one, two or three stars are not suitable for freezing fresh food.

Sequence| Compartments

TYPE

| Recommended storage temp. [°C]| Suitable food
---|---|---|---
1| Refrigerator| +2 ~ +8| Eggs, prepared food, packaged food, fruit and vegetables, dairy products, pastry, drinks and other food not suitable for freezing.
2| (*) Freezer| ≤-18| Seafood (fish, prawns, shellfish), freshwater products and meat products (3 months recommended, the longer the storage time the more flavour and nutritional value are lost), suitable for frozen fresh food.
3| Freezer| ≤-18| Seafood (fish, prawns, shellfish), freshwater products and meat products (3 months recommended, the longer the storage time the more flavour and nutritional value are lost), suitable for frozen fresh food.
4| * Freezer| ≤-12| Seafood (fish, prawns, shellfish), freshwater products and meat products (3 months recommended, the longer the storage time the more flavour and nutritional value are lost), suitable for frozen fresh food.
5| Freezer| ≤-6| Seafood (fish, prawns, shellfish), freshwater products and meat products (3 months recommended, the longer the storage time the more flavour and nutritional value are lost), suitable for frozen fresh food.
6| 0 stars| -6 ~ 0| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, some packaged food products, etc. (it is recommended to eat them the same day and preferably not store them for more than 3 days). Processed food products that are partly packaged in closed packaging (food products that are not suitable for freezing).
7| Cooling| -2 ~ +3| Fresh/frozen pork, beef, chicken, freshwater products, etc.
(7 days below 0°C, above 0°C it is recommended to eat them the same day and preferably not store them for more than 2 days). Seafood (15 days below 0°C, storage above 0°C is not recommended).
8| Fresh food| 0 ~ +4| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, prepared food, etc. (it is recommended to eat them the same day and preferably not store them for more than 3 days).
9| Wine| +5 ~ +20| Red wine, white wine, sparkling wine, etc.

CAUTION:
Store different food products in accordance with the compartments or the required storage temperature for the products that you bought.

If the refrigerator remains empty for a longer period of time, switch it off. Defrost, clean and dry the appliance and leave the door open to prevent mould formation in the appliance.

Cleaning the water dispenser (specifically for products with water dispenser):
Clean the water tanks if they have not been used for 48 hours; if no water has been tapped for 5 days, fully flush the water system that is connected to a water supply.

WARNING
Package food products in bags and liquids in bottles or containers sealed with lids before placing them in the refrigerator, as otherwise it may become more difficult to clean the interior of the appliance.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
The appliance is energy-efficient. Save even more energy by using the appliance in accordance with the following energy saving tips and instructions for an environmentally friendly disposal of the appliance.

Saving energy

• A high ambient temperature has a negative effect on energy consumption. Direct sunlight and other heat sources near the appliance can also have a negative effect.
• Keep ventilation holes free. Covered and dirty holes cause a high energy consumption. Ensure sufficient space around the appliance, so that a ventilation and air flow is able to circulate around the appliance properly.
• Do not open the doors of the appliance more often than necessary and leave the doors open as briefly as possible.
• The distance between the shelves and the rear wall ensures a free air circulation. Do not place food products against the rear wall.
• Set the thermostat to a lower setting if circumstances allow.
• Allow prepared food that you want to store in the appliance to cool down to room temperature before placing it in the appliance.
• A door rubber that does not seal properly may increase energy consumption. Therefore, have it replaced in time by a competent person.
• If the instructions are not observed, this could lead to a higher energy consumption.

Environmentally friendly disposal

Recycling – WEEE

• Dispose the packaging material in an environmentally friendly way.
• This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The directive sets the framework for returning and recycling used equipment as applicable across the EU.

REQUI RED SPACE FOR PLACEMENT
Ensure sufficient room to be able to open the door.

Caution: the appliance is not suitable for use as a built-in appliance.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Control panel
2. Cooler section door
3. Freezer section door
4. Interior lighting – cooler section
5. Door compartment – cooler section
6. Glass shelf – cooler section
7. Bottle rack
8. Vegetable drawer
9. Adjustable feet
10. Freezer drawer
11. Glass shelf – freezer section
12. Door compartment – freezer section
13. Interior lighting – freezer section

PRIOR TO FIRST USE
Before using the appliance for the first time, proceed as follows: carefully unpack the appliance and remove all packaging material and any promotional stickers. Keep the packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene and cardboard) out of the reach
of children. After unpacking the appliance, carefully check it for external damage that may have occurred during transport. Place the appliance on a sturdy, flat surface and make sure there is enough space all around for sufficient ventilation.
A minimum space of 10 cm is required between the appliance and the surrounding walls. In this way the appliance is able to release heat properly, cool well and function in an energy efficient way. Do not place the appliance near heat sources such as central heating or a stove. Do take note of the climate class of the appliance. When placed in a room that is too cold, the refrigerator will not function properly.

• You can use the adjustable feet to the left and right to level the appliance.
• Turn the adjustable feet clockwise to raise the appliance.
• Turn the adjustable feet counter-clockwise to lower the appliance.

After placing the appliance, leave it for at least 12 hours before inserting the plug in the socket.
First clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm soapy water with, for instance, washing-up liquid, all-purpose cleaner or soda. Wipe the inside of the appliance after cleaning with clean water and properly wipe everything dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours.

USE
The figure below only serves as illustration. In reality, the display can look differently, depending on the exact type of side by side fridge.

Display

1. Temperature of the cooler section
2. Temperature of the freezer section
3. Smart mode indicator
4. ECO mode indicator
5. Lock/unlock indicator
6. Super cooling indicator
7. Super freezing indicator

Keys

• A. Setting the temperature of the freezer section
• B. Setting the temperature of the cooler section
• C. Work mode – setting the different modes
• D. Locking/unlocking the keys

Important: the control panel only lights up when a key is pressed or one of the doors is opened. When one of the doors
is opened, a signal sounds and the display remains on for approx. 2 minutes. The rest of the time the operating panel will be stand-by and not light up.
Important: the control panel locks automatically. When no keys are pressed for a period of 25 seconds, the control panel will lock automatically. You can only use the functions below when the control panel is unlocked. Once the control panel is locked, the display lighting switches off after approx. 2 minutes.
Instruction: the recommended temperature setting for the cooler section is 4 °C. For the freezer section this is -18 °C.
Instruction: The ambient temperature, the frequency of opening the door and the position of the appliance have an effect on the temperature in the appliance. Take this into account when setting the thermostat.

SETTING THE TEMPERATURE OF THE COOLER SECTION
Press the key for setting the temperature of the cooler section. Press the key repeatedly to select the correct temperature. The temperature can be set to one of the following positions: 2 °C, 3 °C, 4 °C, 5 °C, 6 °C, 7 °C, 8 °C.

SETTING THE TEMPERATURE OF THE FREEZER SECTION
Press the key for setting the temperature of the freezer section. Press the key repeatedly to select the correct temperature. The temperature can be set to one of the following positions: -14 °C, -15 °C, -16 °C, -17 °C, -18 °C, -19 °C, – 20 °C, – 21 °C, – 22 °C.

WORK MODE
Press the MODE key a number of times.
The modes appear in the following order: smart mode • ECO mode • Super cooling • Super freezing • none
If you press the MODE key again after “none”, you will return to the “smart mode”.

smart mode
This mode helps the refrigerator to prevent energy waste by automatically adjusting the temperatures in the appliance to the ambient temperature.
Press the MODE key to select the smart mode. Once the selection has been made, the smart mode symbol lights up for confirmation.
To switch off the smart mode, press the MODE key until the symbol no longer lights up.

ECO mode
This mode helps to prevent energy waste. On this position, the refrigerator’s energy consumption is at its lowest.
The refrigerator will work with the following temperatures:

• 8 °C for the cooler section
• -15 °C for the freezer section

Press the MODE key to select the ECO mode. Once the selection has been made, the ECO symbol lights up for confirmation. Caution: the keys for the cooler and freezer sections do not work in this mode.
To switch off the ECO mode, press the MODE key until the symbol no longer lights up.

Super cooling
Use this mode when the appliance is getting warmer and no longer cools properly due to extremely hot weather, frequently opening the door or placing a large quantity of food in the appliance at once.
In order to restore the cold temperature in the cooler section, select the super cooling mode.
When this mode is selected, the temperature of the cooler section automatically drops to 2 °C for a maximum period of 21/2 hours. After this, the temperature returns to the preset temperature.
To activate the super cooling mode, press the MODE key until the super cooling symbol lights up.
To switch off the mode, press the MODE key until the symbol no longer lights up.

Super freeze
Use this mode when the appliance is getting warmer and no longer cools properly due to extremely hot weather, frequently opening the door or placing a large quantity of food in the appliance at once.
In order to restore the cold temperature, select the super freezing mode.
When this mode is selected, the temperature of the freezer section automatically drops to -25 °C for a maximum period of 50 hours. After this, the temperature returns to the preset temperature.
To activate the super freezing mode, press the MODE key until the super freezing symbol lights up.
To switch off the mode, press the MODE key until the symbol no longer lights up.
Note: use the super freezing mode if you want to freeze a large amount of food at the same time. Freezing will go faster, the nutrients will be preserved and you are able to store the food for a long time.

DOOR OPEN ALARM
If one or both doors are open for more than 90 seconds, an alarm will sound indicating that a door is open. Close the doors to switch off the alarm. If a door remains open for too long, the food could spoil.
When a door is not properly closed, an alarm will sound every 35 seconds until the door is properly closed.
If the doors remain open for 10 minutes or more, the interior lighting switches off automatically.

LOCKING/UNLOCKING KEYS –

Unlocking
In order to unlock the control panel, hold down the LOCK key for 1 second. The symbol lights up.

Locking
In order to lock the control panel, hold down the LOCK key for 3 seconds. The symbol ****lights up.

TIPS
The ambient temperature, the frequency of opening the doors and the position of the appliance have an effect on the temperature in the appliance. Take this into account when setting the thermostat.

• Do not place hot food in the appliance.
• You should never place hazardous, highly flammable or explosive substances such as alcohol, acetone or petrol in the appliance, because there will be a hazard of explosion.
• Carefully package meat and fish to prevent unpleasant smells.
• Allow cooked food that you want to store in the appliance to cool down to room temperature before placing it in the appliance.
• Leave sufficient space between the different foods, to allow the air to circulate properly.
• Do not place food against the rear wall of the appliance. The shelves have a stopper to prevent this.
• Do not leave the doors open for longer than necessary.
• Do not freeze too much at once. The quicker the freezing process, the longer the quality of the food is maintained.
• Place the deep-freeze products in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase. Make sure they do not defrost during transport. Storage of freshly frozen and deep-freeze products depends on the type of food.
• Do not place glass bottles or cans in the freezer. These can break when the contents freezes. Carbonated drinks could even explode. Therefore never store lemonade, beer, wine, champaign, etc. in the freezer.
• Keep ventilation holes free. Covered and dirty holes cause a higher energy consumption. Ensure sufficient space around the appliance, so that a proper ventilation and air flow around the appliance is possible.
• Set the thermostat to a lower setting if circumstances allow.
• Frost or ice will increase power consumption. Therefore, these should be removed regularly once they are 3 to 5 mm thick.
• A door rubber that does not close properly could increase the power consumption. Therefore, have it replaced by a skilled person in time.
• If the instructions are not observed, this could lead to a higher power consumption.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

• Before cleaning the appliance, switch it off by removing the plug from the wall socket.
• Remove the food from the appliance. Clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm soapy water with a neutral cleaning agent to prevent nasty smells. Wipe the inside of the appliance after cleaning with clean water and properly wipe everything dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours. The shelves and drawers can be removed from the appliance easily and washed by hand. These components may never be cleaned in the dishwasher.
• For areas in the appliance that are difficult to clean, such as small openings or corners, it is recommended wiping them clean regularly with a soft cloth or brush. If necessary, a tool can be used, such as thin sticks (cocktail sticks, for example), to make sure no contamination can occur in these areas.
• Clean the outside of the appliance and the door rubbers with a soft damp cloth.
• Clean the back of the appliance and the surface on which it stands at least once a year with a vacuum cleaner, so that the ventilation holes remain clean and the appliance is able to function as well and energy efficient as possible.
• Do not use hard brushes, steel wool, abrasives (such as toothpaste), organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline product to clean the appliance, as this could damage the surface and/or interior of the appliance. Boiling water and benzene could deform or damage plastic components.

DEFROSTING
Both the cooler and freezer section are free from frost – no-frost. If used correctly, no ice will be formed.
If an ice layer is created after all, defrost the appliance when the ice layer has reached a 3 mm thickness. Remove all products from the freezer section. Store the frozen products on a cool location, packaged in newspapers and blankets. Remove the plug from the socket and keep the door of the cooler section closed while defrosting the freezer section.
Defrost the freezer section Defrosting can be accelerated by placing a tray with hot water in the freezer section. Do not use sharp metal objects to scrape the freezer section clean, use a plastic ice scraper.
Clean and dry the freezer section. Insert the plug in the socket and set the thermostat to the required setting. Place the frozen products back in the freezer section once it has reached the required temperature.

Warning: Never remove ice with sharp objects, defrosting sprays, a hair dryer, a heater or something similar. This could lead to unsafe situations and cause irreparable damage to the appliance.

REPLACING THE LED LAMP
This appliance has been provided with a LED lamp. This lamp lasts for a longer period of time. When the LED lamp in the appliance is broken, you are not able to replace it yourself. Contact the Tomado customer service.

RESOLVING BREAKDOWNS YOURSELF

the socket.
Check if there has been a power failure in the house.
Check the plug.
Check the fuse in the group box.
Check that the voltage in the house system corresponds with the voltage required for the appliance.
Check the socket. Insert the plug in a different socket of which you are certain that it works.
Temperature in the appliance is not cold enough| Check that the appliance is not overfilled.
Check that the interior temperature corresponds with the set temperature.
Is the appliance located in direct sunlight or near a heat source?
Check that the ambient temperature corresponds with the climate class of the appliance.
Are the doors of the appliance opened regularly? As a result of the air humidity in the surrounding area, a lot of humidity may accumulate in the appliance when the doors are opened frequently.
Temperature in the appliance is too cold|

• Increase the temperature of the appliance.
• The lowest temperature should only be used for quick freeze and should preferably be set 2 hours before food is placed in the appliance. If not, it is possible that the temperature of the appliance gets below 0°C, because the compressor is continuously active.

The surfaces on the inside are wet| This is caused by condensation – dry the interior of the appliance.
The exterior of the appliance is wet.| This is caused by condensation – dry the exterior of the appliance.
The appliance smells / has a nasty odour|

• Check if it contains food that has passed its use by date or if it contains any opened packagings.
• Check whether anything has leaked on the shelves and in the drawers of the appliance. If necessary, remove drawers to be able to check everything properly. If something has leaked and has not been cleaned, this could eventually lead to nasty smells.

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The door does not close properly| Check that there is nothing between the door that prevents it from closing.
Check that the door rubber is properly placed and is not turned or torn.
Check that the appliance is level.

During normal use of the cooling appliance, different types of noises can occur that do not have any effect on the correct operation of the cooler.
Noises that can be heard during normal use of the appliance are caused by the operation of the thermostat, compressor
(activation), cooling system (shrinkage and expansion of the material under the influence of temperature differences and flow of cooling liquid).

TSS9001B

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