Elvita CKF2853V Refrigerator User Manual

Elvita CKF2853V Refrigerator

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING
Warning: risk of fire/flammable materials

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments; bed and breakfast environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• The appliance must be unplugged after use and before carrying out user maintenance on the appliance.

Warning: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
Warning: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
Warning: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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: Please dispose of the refrigerator according to local regulations for the disposal of flammable blowing gas and refrigerant. Warning: When positioning the appliance, ensure the power cord is not trapped or damaged.
Warning: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

• Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two-prong) adapters.
• Danger: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
  – Remove the doors.
  – Leave the shelves in place so that children cannot easily climb inside.

The refrigerator must be disconnected from the electrical supply before attempting to install accessories.
Refrigerant and cyclopentane foaming material used in the appliance are flammable. When the appliance is scrapped it must therefore be kept away from any fire source and be recycled by a suitably qualified recycling company. To prevent damage to the environment it must not be incinerated.

For EN standard: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been supervised or instructed in how to use the appliance safely and understand the hazards involved. Children must not be allowed to play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision. Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerators.

To avoid contamination of food, please follow these instructions:

•  Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant rise in the temperature inside the compartments of the appliance.
• Regularly clean accessible drainage systems and surfaces that can come in contact with food.
• 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. (note 1)
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it does not come in contact with or drip onto other food.
• Two-star ** frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice-cream and making ice cubes. (note 2)
• One , two and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food. (note 3)
•  For appliances without a four-star compartment: this refrigerator is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs. (note 4)
•  If the refrigerator is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
  Note 1, 2, 3, 4: Please check whether these apply to your product compartment type.
  For a freestanding appliance: this refrigerator is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.
  Replacement or maintenance of the LED light should be carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s service agent or a similarly qualified person. (See chapter 2.4 for light replacement.)

(This manual contains lots of important safety information which users must read.)

ELECTRICITY-RELATED WARNINGS

• Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the refrigerator. Firmly grasp the plug and pull it out from the socket directly.
• To ensure safe use, do not damage the power cord or use the power cord when it is damaged or worn.
• If there is any unusual noise, odour or smoking, unplug the power plug immediately and contact the distributor or local service agent.
• Use a dedicated power socket that is not shared with other electrical appliances.
• Please ensure that the grounding terminal of the power socket is connected to a reliable ground conductor.
• If there is a gas leak, turn off the gas supply valve and then open the doors and windows to allow the gas to escape. Do not unplug the refrigerator or any other electrical appliances, as an electrical spark may cause a fire.
•  Do not place electrical appliances on top of the appliance, other than those appliances recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNINGS FOR USE

• Do not disassemble or reassemble the refrigerator, nor damage the refrigerant circuit. Maintenance of the appliance must be carried out by a specialist.
• A damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s maintenance department or suitably qualified professionals in order to avoid danger.
• The gap between the refrigerator door and the refrigerator body is small; avoid placing fingers in these areas to prevent trapping. Close the refrigerator door gently to prevent items from falling over.
• To avoid frostbite, do not pick foods or containers out of the freezing compartment with wet hands when the refrigerator is running, especially metal containers.
• Do not place your hands underneath or behind the appliance, to avoid injury.
• Do not allow children to get inside or climb on top of the refrigerator; otherwise they may suffocate or fall.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the refrigerator, as these objects could fall and cause an injury when the door is opened.
• Please unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or if there is a power cut. Do not reconnect the refrigerator to the power supply within five minutes of switching it off, to prevent damage to the compressor due to frequent restarting.

1. The refrigerator may not operate consistently (food may defrost) if it is located for an extended period of time below the cold end of the range of temperatures for which the refrigerator is designed.
2. Effervescent drinks should not be stored in food freezer compartments or low-temperature compartments, and products such as water ices should not be consumed too cold.
3.  Do not exceed the storage time(s) recommended by the food manufacturers for any kind of food and particularly for commercially quick-frozen food kept in food-freezer and frozen-food storage compartments or cabinets.
4. Avoid any undue rise in the temperature of frozen food while defrosting the refrigerator, for example by wrapping the frozen food in several layers of newspaper.
5. Any rise in temperature of frozen food during manual defrosting, maintenance or cleaning could shorten its storage life.

WARNINGS FOR PLACEMENT

• Do not put flammable, explosive, volatile or highly corrosive items in the refrigerator, to prevent damage to the product or fire accidents.
• Do not place flammable items near the refrigerator, to avoid fires.
• The refrigerator is intended for household use, such as the storage of food; it must not be used for other purposes, such as storing blood, drugs or biological products, etc.

WARNINGS FOR DISPOSAL

The refrigerant and cyclopentane foaming material used in the refrigerator are flammable. At the end of its life the refrigerator must therefore be disposed of by a suitably qualified recycling company. To prevent damage to the environment it must not be incinerated.

When the refrigerator is scrapped, remove the door and door gasket, and put the door and shelves in a safe place, to prevent children from becoming trapped inside.

Correct disposal of this product:
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other household waste. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle this appliance responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used appliance, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for envi- ronmentally safe recycling.

USING THE REFRIGERATOR CORRECTLY

WARNING

• Before use, remove all packing materials, including bottom cushions, foam pads and tapes from inside the refrigerator; tear off the protective film on the doors and the refrigerator body.
• Put the packing materials and other parts out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of suffocation.
• Keep away from heat and avoid direct sunlight. Do not place the refrigerator in a damp or wet area, to prevent rust or reduction of insulating effect.
• Do not spray or wash the refrigerator; do not place the refrigerator in a damp area where it could easily be splashed with water, otherwise it could impair the electrical insulation properties of the refrigerator.
• The refrigerator must be placed in a well-ventilated indoor space with a floor that is firm and level.
• Do not use the appliance for mobile applications (such as on a boat).
• The space above the refrigerator must be greater than 30 cm, and the refrigerator must be placed against a wall with a clearance of at least 10 cm to facilitate heat dissipation.

Precautions before installation:
Before installing or adjusting accessories, make sure the refrigerator is disconnected from the electrical supply.

LEVELLING FEET

Schematic diagram of the levelling feet

(The illustration above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on your particular product or statement by the distributor.)
Adjusting procedures:

• Turn the feet clockwise to raise the refrigerator;
• Turn the feet counter-clockwise to lower the refrigerator;
• Adjust the right and left feet as described above to level the refrigerator.

REVERSING THE DOOR

1. Power off the refrigerator, and remove all items from the door trays.
2. Remove the upper cover and the fitting screws that hold the upper hinge, then remove the upper hinge. Keep the door vertical throughout this process to prevent it from falling off.
3. Remove the door, the bottom hinge assembly and the adjustable foot, then transfer the bottom hinge assembly and adjustable foot to the other side of the refrigerator.
4. Lower the door on to the bottom hinge and fit the upper hinge, screws, and upper cover.

REPLACING THE LIGHT (OPTIONAL)
Replacement or maintenance of the LED light should be carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s service agent or a similarly qualified person.

Replacing incandescent bulbs:
Disconnect from the electrical supply before replacing the bulb.

Remove the light bulb cover.
Remove the old bulb by unscrewing it counter-clockwise. Replace with a new bulb (max. 15 W), screwing it in clockwise, and make sure it is fixed in the bulb holder tightly. Refit the light cover and reconnect your refrigerator to the electrical supply.
(Above illustration is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on your particular product or statement by the distributor.)

USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

• Before starting for the first time, let the refrigerator stand still for two hours before connecting it to the power supply.
• Before adding any fresh or frozen food, leave the refrigerator to run for 2 to 3 hours, or more than 4 hours in summer when the ambient temperature is high.
•  Make sure there is enough clear space around the refrigerator so that you can open the doors and drawers easily.

  ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

•  The appliance should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat-producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight.
• Let hot food cool to room temperature before placing it in the appliance. Overloading the refrigerator forces the compressor to run for longer. Food that is cooled too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap food properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the appliance. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the appliance.
• Appliance storage containers should not be lined with aluminium foil, wax paper, or paper towelling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the appliance less efficient.
• Organize and label food to reduce the time that the door is left open. Remove all the items you need at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.

LAYOUT AND CONTROLS

KEY COMPONENTS

(The illustration above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on your particular product or statement by the distributor.)
Refrigerating compartment

•  The refrigerating compartment is suitable for storing a variety of fruits, vegetables, beverages and other food for consumption in the short term. Suggested storage time 3 to 5 days. The most energy-efficient position to place food is as shown in the illustration above.
• Cooked food should not be placed in the refrigerating compartment until it has cooled to room temperature.
• It is recommended that food is sealed before placing it in the refrigerator.
• The glass shelves can be adjusted up or down to provide the storage space that suits your needs.

Note: If you place too much food in the refrigerator when you turn it on initially it will take longer to cool down.

Freezer compartment
The freezer compartment is intended for storing frozen food and for home freezing. To freeze food successfully it must be packaged correctly. Store food in a way that ensures it is airtight and watertight. Otherwise the odour and taste may spread throughout the refrigerator and frozen food may dry out.

NOTE: Never put bottles of food or drink in the freezer compartment. To achieve the best results, leave enough free space in the freezer compartment and refrigerator compartment to allow air to circulate around the packs of food. Leave enough free space to allow the door to be closed securely.

CONTROLS

(The illustration above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on your particular product or statement by the distributor.)
The numbers do not indicate specific temperatures, but temperature levels.
“1” is the warmest setting
“6” is the coldest setting
The higher the number, the lower the actual temperature inside the refrigerator.
“OFF” indicates that the refrigerator is turned off.

• Recommended setting: 3

MAINTENANCE AND CARE OF REFRIGERATOR

GENERAL CLEANING

• Dust should be removed regularly from behind and beneath the refrigerator to improve the cooling effect and save energy.
• Check the door gasket regularly to make sure there is no debris. Clean the door gasket with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent.
•  The interior of the refrigerator should be cleaned regularly to avoid odour.
• Turn off the power before cleaning the interior, remove all food, drinks, shelves, drawers, etc.
• Use a soft cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the refrigerator, using two tablespoons of baking soda in a litre of warm water. Then rinse with water and wipe clean. After cleaning, open the door and let the interior dry naturally before turning on the power.
• For areas that are difficult to clean in the refrigerator (such as narrow channels, gaps or corners), it is recommended that they are wiped regularly with a soft cloth, soft brush, etc., and if necessary, in combination with suitable tools (such as thin scrapers) to ensure no contaminants or bacterial accumulation in these areas.
• Do not use soap, detergent, abrasive powder, spray cleaner, etc., as these may cause odours in the interior of the refrigerator or contaminate the food.
• Clean the bottle trays, shelves and drawers with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent. Dry with a soft cloth or dry naturally.
• Wipe the outer surface of the refrigerator with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water, detergent, etc., and then wipe dry.
• Do not use hard brushes, scourers, wire brushes, abrasives (such as toothpaste), organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline cleaners, which may damage the refrigerator surface and interior. Boiling water and organic solvents such as benzene may deform or damage plastic parts.
• Do not rinse directly with water or other liquids during cleaning to avoid short circuits or affect electrical insulation after immersion.

MANUALLY DEFROSTING THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT

• Turn the thermostat dial to the OFF position and leave the freezer compartment door open.
• Transfer food items, the ice tray and the shelf from the freezer compartment to the refrigerator compartment.
• Clean the freezer compartment and wipe up melted ice with a cloth.
• After defrosting, turn the thermostat dial back to its original position.

NOTE: To prevent damage to the walls of the freezer compartment, do not use sharp objects to remove ice or to separate packs of food.

WHEN NOT IN USE

• Power failure: In the event of a power cut, food can be preserved inside the refrigerator for several hours, even in summer. While the power is off, you should open the door as infrequently as possible and avoid placing any more fresh food in the refrigerator.
• Long-term non-use: Unplug the refrigerator and clean it, then leave the door open to prevent odours from developing.
• Moving: Before moving the refrigerator, remove all the food from inside and secure the glass partitions, vegetable holder, freezing compartment drawers etc. with tape. Raise the levelling feet, close the door and secure it with tape. During moving, do not lay the refrigerator upside down or horizontally, or subject it to vibration. Do not tilt the refrigerator by more than 45º. Do not lift the refrigerator by the door or hinge when moving it.

Let the refrigerator run continuously after you turn it back on. Try to avoid turning the refrigerator on and off during normal use, as this can affect the refrigerator’s service life.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Appliance not working| Check whether the refrigerator is plugged in and connected to power.

Check whether the voltage is too low. Check whether there is a power failure or a circuit breaker has tripped.

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Odour| Food with a strong odour should be

tightly wrapped. Check whether there is any spoiled food. Clean the inside of the refrigerator.

Prolonged oper- ation of the com- pressor| Prolonged operation of the compressor is normal in summer when the ambient temperature is high.

Do not put too much food in the refrigerator at one time. Do not put food in the refrigerator until it has cooled down.

The door is opened too frequently.

Light does not turn on| Check whether the refrigerator is connected to the power supply and whether the light is damaged.

Have the light replaced by a specialist.

Door does not close properly| The door is obstructed by food packages. Too much food in the refrigerator.

The refrigerator is tilted.

Loud noise| Check that the floor is level and the refrigerator is firmly supported. Check whether accessories are placed in the correct locations.
Door does not seal correctly| Remove foreign matter from the door seal. Heat the door seal and let it cool to restore

its shape (use a hair dryer or hot towel to heat the seal).

Water tray over- flows

| There is too much food in the compartment or the food contains too much water, resulting in excessive defrosting. The door  is not closing properly, resulting in frosting

due to the entry of air, followed by excessive defrosting.

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Hot housing

| Excess heat from the built-in condenser is dissipated via the housing, which is normal. When the housing becomes hot due to a high ambient temperature, storage of too much food or because the compressor has shut down, make sure there is good ventilation in the room to facilitate heat dissipation.

Surface conden- sation

| Condensation on the exterior surface and door seals of the refrigerator is normal when the ambient humidity is too high. Just wipe the condensate with a clean towel.

Abnormal noise

| Buzzing: The compressor may produce a buzzing sound during operation,

especially when the refrigerator starts up or stops. This is normal. Creaking: Refrigerant flowing inside the appliance may produce creaking, which is normal.

Table 1 Climate classes

Temperate: This refrigerator is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 to 32°C.
Subtropical: This refrigerator is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 to 38°C.

Special for new European standard
The parts in the following table can be acquired from the specified channel:

last model is launched on the market
Temperature sen- sors| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Printed circuit boards| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Light sources| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door handles| Professional re- pairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door hinges| Professional re- pairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Trays| Professional re- pairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Drawers| Professional re- pairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door gaskets| Professional re- pairers and final users| At least 10 years after the last model is launched on the market

Dear customer

1. If you want to return or replace the product, please contact the store where you bought it. (Remember to take along the purchase invoice).
2. If your product breaks down and requires repair, please contact the after-sales service provider.

Elvita products are distributed and marketed by Elon Group AB. Elon Group AB Bäcklundavägen 1 | 702 03 Örebro Sweden
ELON GROUP | +46(0)10-220 40 00 | ELONGROUP.SE Support and service: ELVITA.SE

References

• Köksvaror, vitvaror och elektronik för hela hemmet - Elvita

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