CDA Florence Free Standing Refrigerator Freezer Instruction Manual

CDA Florence Free Standing Refrigerator Freezer

Specifications

• Product Name: Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer
• Compatible Colors: Barley, Meadow, Sea Holly & Tea Rose
• Model: [Appliance Model]
• Serial Number: [Serial Number]

Before First Use

Before using the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer for the first time, please take note of the following:

• Read the entire installation, use, and maintenance manual.
• Ensure that the appliance is installed correctly and per the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Register your appliance for guarantee purposes by providing the details on the appliance rating plate.

Fridge Use

The Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator is designed for food storage purposes only. Follow these instructions for optimum fridge usage:

1. Place food items inside the refrigerator, ensuring they are properly sealed or covered.
2. Adjust the temperature settings using the control panel (see Control Panel & Temperature Settings section).
3. Regularly clean the interior of the fridge to maintain hygiene and remove any spills or odors.

Freezer Use

The Florence Free-Standing Freezer is designed for freezing and storing food items. Follow these instructions for optimum freezer usage:

1. Place food items inside the freezer, ensuring they are properly sealed or packaged to prevent freezer burn.
2. Adjust the temperature settings using the control panel (see Control Panel & Temperature Settings section).
3. Regularly defrost the freezer to prevent ice buildup (see Defrosting the Fridge/Freezer section).

Storage

When using the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer for storage, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Do not store inflammable or explosive items in the appliance.
• Avoid storing strong corrosive acids or alkalis.
• The appliance is intended for food storage only, not for the storage of blood, medicine, or biological products.

Control Panel & Temperature Settings

The control panel allows you to adjust and monitor the temperature settings of the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Follow these steps to use the control panel:

1. Locate the control panel on the front of the appliance.
2. Press the appropriate buttons or turn the dial to adjust the temperature settings for the fridge and freezer compartments.
3. Refer to the user manual for specific temperature recommendations.

Defrosting the Fridge / Freezer

To maintain optimal performance, it is necessary to periodically defrost the fridge/freezer. Follow these steps to defrost:

1. Remove all food items from the fridge/freezer and place them in a suitable alternative storage location.
2. Unplug the appliance from the power source.
3. Leave the fridge/freezer door open to allow the ice to melt naturally.
4. Clean the interior with a mild detergent solution once all ice has melted.
5. Ensure the interior is completely dry before plugging the appliance back in and returning the food items.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any issues with the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer, refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual or contact CDA Customer Care for assistance.

Installation & Ventilation

Proper installation and ventilation are essential for the optimal functioning of the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer. Follow these guidelines:

• Refer to the installation section in the user manual for detailed instructions on how to install the appliance correctly.
• Ensure that the appliance is positioned away from heat sources, such as ovens, to maintain efficient operation.
• Provide adequate ventilation space around the appliance to prevent overheating.

Electrical Information

The Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer operates on standard household electrical power. Refer to the following electrical information:

• The appliance complies with the safety requirements of EU Directive 2014/35/EU (Low voltage) and EU Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC).
• Do not remove any external covers for servicing or maintenance unless performed by qualified personnel.

Climate Range

The Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer is designed to operate within a specific climate range. Ensure the appliance is used within the following temperature range: [Climate Range]

Practical Tips

Here are some practical tips to enhance your experience with the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer:

• Regularly clean and maintain the appliance to ensure optimal performance.
• Avoid overloading the fridge/freezer to maintain proper airflow.
• Follow food storage guidelines to prevent cross-contamination and maintain food safety.

Product Dimensions

The dimensions of the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer are as follows: [Product Dimensions]

Warranty & Service

For warranty and service information, refer to the warranty and service section in the user manual or contact CDA Customer Care.

FAQ

1. Can I store inflammable items in the appliance?
   • No, it is not safe to store inflammable items in the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer.
2. Can I place a microwave oven on top of the refrigerator?
   • No, to prevent the risk of electromagnetic interference or accidents, do not place a microwave oven on top of the refrigerator.
3. How often should I defrost the freezer?
   • To maintain optimal performance, it is recommended to defrost the freezer periodically or when ice buildup becomes excessive.
4. Can children play with or near the appliance?
   • No, children should not be allowed to play with or near the Florence Free-Standing Refrigerator/Freezer for their safety.

Important

• 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.
• Appliance Model———————
• Serial Number————————

UKCA & EU Declarations of Conformity

• This appliance has been designed, constructed, and marketed in compliance with the safety requirements of EU Directive 2014/35/EU (Low voltage) and requirements of EU Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC).
• 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 1935/2004/EC.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT PER 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 specialized waste disposal. The valuable materials contained in this appliance can be recycled.
• It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection center or to 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.
• Never store inflammable or explosive items and strong corrosive acids or alkalis in the appliance.
• This is a household appliance, which is produced under the national standard. It is intended for food storage only, not for the storage of blood, medicine, and biological products.
• To prevent the risk of fire, keep the appliance away from petrol or any other inflammables.
• To prevent the risk of electromagnetic interference or other accidents, do not place a microwave oven on top of the refrigerator or use any electric appliance inside the refrigerator.
• Do not allow children to play with or near the appliance.
• The internal surface of the freezer compartment is very cold when the appliance is running. Do not touch the surface especially when hands are wet.
• Do not splash water onto the appliance. Keep it away from places of high humidity that may harm the electric insulation performance.
• This appliance is designed to be used in ambient temperatures between 10 and 32˚C. Use outside of this range may cause the appliance to fail.
• Ensure this free-standing fridge freezer is positioned away from heat sources like ovens to ensure the product is running efficiently.

Before First Use

• You must allow the fridge to settle for at least twenty-four hours before switching the power on.
• It is recommended that you clean the interior of the appliance before first use, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water and then thoroughly drying the interior.
• The fridge may have an odor to it at first use. This will disappear as the appliance cools.
• When first switching the appliance on the fridge will default to 5°C and the freezer to -18°C. The figure in the digital display for freezer temperature will flash until the temperature drops below 0°C.

Please note:

• The appliance will work continuously until it comes down to the correct temperature.
• If the appliance is switched off, you should allow five minutes before switching it on again to prevent unnecessary damage to the compressor.
• Never store inflammable or explosive items and strong corrosive acids or alkalis in the appliance.
• This fridge cools your food by making the inside back of the cavity cold.
• It is normal for frost to build up on this surface; it then dissipates and drains through a small drain at the bottom, where it evaporates harmlessly.
• The presence of frosting at the back is not a malfunction of the fridge.
• The fridge freezer is likely to make all manner of noises such as bubbling, clicking, cracking, and hissing which is all quite normal in the running of this model.

Fridge Use

• Never put liquids in the refrigerator uncovered.
• Never put hot foods in the refrigerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool to room temperature before being put into the refrigerator.
• Nothing should rest against the rear wall of the refrigerator, as this will cause frost and possible condensation problems which will be difficult to remove.
• Make sure food is clean and any extra water is wiped away before putting it into the fridge.
• Wrap or cover food before putting it into the fridge. This will help prevent the loss of moisture, keep food fresh and avoid unpleasant odors.
• Sort foods before storing. Any foods to be used soon should be stored at the front of the shelf to prevent deterioration caused by the door being open for prolonged periods.
• Do not overfill the fridge. There should be sufficient space between the foods to allow the cool air to circulate.
• Thawing frozen foods in the fridge compartment will help to keep the temperature low and save energy.

Freezer Use

• The freezer compartments are designed to store only frozen food.
• Never put hot or warm foods in the freezer, allow them to cool fully before putting them into the freezer.
• Follow the instructions on the food packaging for storage of frozen food. If no information is provided, foods should not be stored for more than three months after the purchase date.
• Store food in small packages (ideally less than 2.5kg). This reduces the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after thawing.
• Wrap food before putting it into the freezer. To stop the wrapping from sticking together, ensure it is dry.
• Label the food before freezing with information including type of food and dates of storage and expiry.
• Once food is thawed, it must not be refrozen unless it has been completely cooked. Only defrost as much food as is required, to prevent wastage.
• Bottled or canned drinks should not be stored in the freezer compartments as they could explode.
• Check the rating plate to confirm the maximum amount of fresh food that can be frozen within 24 hours.
• Do not attempt to freeze more than the maximum amount.
• To freeze fresh food more quickly, switch on the super freeze function a few hours before placing the food in the freezer.
• Do not use the quick freeze function for more than 24 hours. Use over the recommended time will place unnecessary strain on the refrigeration system.

Storage

• The fridge section is for short-term food storage. Although the temperature can be maintained between 0-10˚C, extended periods of food storage is not recommended.
• As the cold air circulates within the fridge, the temperature can vary between the different sections. As such, foods should be stored in different sections according to type. Section 3 is the coldest part of the fridge.

1. Cooked food
2. Yogurts and cheese
3. Fresh meat and fish
4. Fruit and vegetables
5. Butter
6. Food in jars and bottles
7. Drinks, e.g. milk

• The fridge shelves can be moved according to the storage requirements within the fridge section. To move the shelf, lift the front section and then pull it outwards. To replace it, slide the shelf back into the slot, and lower the front section.
• If storing wine (75cl Bordeaux bottles) on the bottle rack, then it should be placed with the bottleneck facing the rear wall of the appliance.

Control Panel

• This fridge freezer is an energy-saving frost-free appliance that uses an intelligent control system. It can be plugged in and will find the optimal working temperatures, or you can manually set the temperature.
• The LED will turn off when not in use.
• To activate the control panel, press any key.

Temperature Settings

• To adjust the fridge or freezer temperature, press the ‘fridge’ or ‘freezer’ button, and the temperature will be adjusted in 1°c increments each time the button is pressed.
• The temperature range for the fridge is 2°c to 8°c.
• The temperature range for the freezer is -16°c to -24°c.
• When you have selected the required temperature, the number will flash 5 times to confirm and if you press ‘mode’ while it is flashing, the new temperature will be set immediately.

Quick Cool

• Using this mode, the fridge will automatically work at 2°c for 12 hours. This mode will be disabled if you change to another mode or reset the fridge temperature.
• Press the ‘mode’ button and select ‘Quick Cool’ by pressing until this mode is reached on the cycle.
• When reached, this mode will flash 5 times to confirm before the mode starts.

Quick Freeze

• Using this mode, the freezer will automatically operate at -24°c for 24 hours. This mode will be disabled if you change to another mode or reset the freezer temperature.
• Press the ‘mode’ button and select ‘Quick Freeze’ by pressing until this mode is reached on the cycle. When reached, this mode will flash 5 times to confirm before the mode starts.

Optimal Mode

• Under optimal mode, the temperature of the fridge compartment will be 5°c and the freezer compartment will be -18°c. To disable this mode, select a temperature or other mode.
• To activate this mode, press the ‘mode’ button and select ‘Optimal mode’ by pressing until this mode is reached on the cycle. When reached, this mode will flash 5 times to confirm before the mode starts.

Care and Cleaning

• Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before any cleaning or maintenance.
• The fridge and freezer sections should be cleaned using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water. Do not use abrasive products or detergents. After washing, rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Clean the shelves and balconies separately by hand with a mild solution of washing up liquid and water. Do not put them in the dishwasher.
• If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods, unplug and clean the appliance. The doors should be left slightly ajar to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant odors.

Defrosting the Fridge

• The fridge is self-defrosting.
• The defrosted water is collected in the evaporating tray at the back of the appliance and dissipated by evaporation.

Defrosting the Freezer

• The freezer is self-defrosting. The food is frozen in the cooled circulation air and the moisture from the freezer chamber is discharged outside. As a result, no ice and frost is produced in the freezer and the products do not freeze on each other.

Troubleshooting

• If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check the troubleshooting prior to calling CDA Customer Care to prevent unnecessary service calls and potential cost.

If the appliance is not working

• Check there is power to the appliance.
• The house fuses are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.
• The on/off switch is not set to off.
• The plug socket is functioning fine. To check this, plug another electrical appliance in to see if the socket is faulty. The appliance is working, but not very well.
• The appliance is not overloaded.
• The thermostat is set to an appropriate temperature.
• The doors are closing properly.
• The cooling system at the rear of the appliance is clean and free of dust, and not touching the rear wall.
• There is enough ventilation at the side and rear walls. The appliance is noisy.
• The appliance is level and stable.
• The side and rear walls are clear, and there is nothing resting on the appliance.
• Note: The cooling gas in the refrigerator may make a slight bubbling or gurgling noise, even when the compressor is not running.

Installation and Ventilation

• This appliance must never be installed close to heat sources, e.g. heating elements, cookers, or in damp places.
• To ensure the appliance is level, you should use the height-adjustable feet at the front of the appliance.
• The cooling system at the rear of the appliance must not touch the rear wall.
• The appliance must be installed with adequate ventilation. Ensure that there is clearance above the appliance to allow air to escape and that there is space between the rear of the appliance and the wall.

Electrical Information

Warning! This appliance must be earthed

The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A 13Amp fused plug.

To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the fuse cover (shown as A above) and fuse (shown as B above).
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type, into the fuse cover.
3. Replace the 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.
• As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:-
• The wire which is colored GREEN and YELLOW must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (E) or by the Earth symbol or colored GREEN and YELLOW.
• The wire which is colored BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (N) or colored BLACK.
• The wire which is colored BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (L) or colored RED.
• If in doubt regarding the electrical connection of this appliance, consult a qualified electrician.
• Do not shorten the supply cable, the appliance may require removing for servicing.
• N.B. Ensure that the plug socket is situated in an easily accessible place after installation.
• E & O E. All instructions, dimensions and illustrations are provided for guidance only.
• CDA reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice.
• Do not connect the appliance to the main supply through an extension lead.

Climate Range

• The information about the climate range of the appliance is provided on the rating plate.
• It indicates at which ambient temperature (that is room temperature in which the appliance is working) is optimal for the operation of the appliance.

ambient temperature ranging between 100C and 320C
N| Temperate| This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 160C and 320C
ST| Sub Tropical| This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 160C and 380C
T| Tropical| This refrigeration appliance is intended for use at an ambient temperature ranging between 160C and 430C

Practical Tips

• Due to the natural circulation of the air in the appliance, there are different temperature zones in the refrigerator chamber.
• The coldest area is directly above the vegetable drawers.

Use this area for all delicate and highly perishable food such as:

• Fish, meat, poultry
• Sausage products, ready meals
• Dishes or baked goods containing eggs or cream
• Fresh dough, cake mixtures
• Pre-packed vegetables and other fresh food with a label stating it should be stored at a temperature of approximately 4°C
• The warmest area is in the top section of the door. Use this area for storing butter and cheese.
• To achieve the most effective food preservation for the longest possible time and to avoid wasting any food, position the products as shown.
• In addition, this figure illustrates the layout of drawers, baskets, and shelves, which allows the most efficient use of energy.
• Optimal temperature and storage conditions will extend product shelf life and optimize electricity consumption.
• The optimal storage temperature range should be stated on the food packaging.

Product Dimensions

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.
• 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.
• The minimum warranty period for the appliance offered by the manufacturer, importer, or authorized 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.
• The CDA Group Harby Road Langar Nottinghamshire NG13 9HY
• CDA Customer care web page: www.cda.co.uk/customer-care
• CDA Customer Care Phone: 01949 862012 CDA spare parts: www.cda.co.uk/parts
• CDA Spare parts phone number: 01949 862019 CDA Sales Department email: sales@cda.co.uk
• CDA Sales Department phone: 01949 862010 www.cda.co.uk

Documents / Resources

| CDA Florence Free Standing Refrigerator Freezer [pdf] Instruction Manual
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