SEVERIN VKS 8816 Freestanding Refrigerator Instructions

GERMAN QUALITY
SEVERIN – SINCE 1892

ART.-NR. VKS 8816
Instructions for use 

VKS 8816 Freestanding Refrigerator

Dear Customer,
Read the complete instruction manual carefully before you start to use the appliance. Keep it for further use. The appliance is only to be used by persons who are familiar with the safety instructions. If you pass it on, attach these instructions as well.

Intended Use

• The appliance is designed for the storage and conservation of food only.
• We are not liable for possible defects in the case of abnormal handling or disregard of the instructions given by this manual.
• This is a compressor cooling appliance, which is qualified for short-term storing of food.
• Cooling appliances are divided into climate classifications. The climate classification for this item can be taken from the appliance specification sheet at the end of this manual.

Safety Instructions

• The appliance is designed for use in a household or similar, for instance:  in kitchens for employees in stores, offices, and similar working environments; in agricultural holdings;  for customers in hotels and motels and other living environments; in bed and breakfast establishments.
• The appliance is not designed for commercial use, nor for use in catering services and similar wholesales.

WARNING: FIRE HAZARD!
The appliance contains the eco-friendly but inflammable cooling medium Isobutane (R600a). Therefore, you should pay attention that the cooling system is protected during the transport and after the installation of the appliance. If the system is damaged, by no means activate the appliance. In this case, remove open fire or ignition sources from near the cooling medium and aerate the room.

• If you sell, hand over or submit your appliance for recycling, you have to refer to the inflammable propellant Cyclopentane (C5H10) in isolation as well as to the refrigerated Isobutane (R600a). Further details can be taken from the chapter Disposal.
• WARNING! Do not damage the cooling circuit. Leaking cooling medium can damage your eyes or cause inflammation.
• WARNING! Do not block the air inlets of the appliance paneling or the design with built-in furniture. A sufficient circulation of air has to be ensured.
• WARNING! Do not use any electric appliances (e.g., ice machines. etc.) that are not described in the manual.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• Do not locate portable multiple socket outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• Before plugging it in, check for possible damage during shipping in the power cord or in the appliance itself. If this is the case, the appliance must not be put into operation.
• In this appliance, explosive substances such as an aerosol container with an inflammable propellant cannot be stored.
• If reparations or interventions on the appliance are necessary, they have to be executed by an authorized repair service, in order to follow the safety regulations and to prevent endangerment. This also applies to the replacement of the power plug.
• The appliance can be used by children of 8 years or older as well as persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge, but only if they are supervised or instructed relating to the safe use of the appliance and thus understand the resulting dangers.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.
• Children are not allowed to play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and maintenance must not be executed by children without supervision.
• Tepid water with an addition of washing-up liquid is suitable for regular maintenance. Further details of the cleaning can be taken from the chapter Cleaning and Defrosting (Maintenance).
• WARNING! Do not take off the cover of the LED interior lighting. In case of a defect of the LED lamp called the after-sales service (see appendix).
• To avoid contamination of food respect the following instructions:
• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerating appliance so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods switch it off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mold from developing within the appliance.
• There are different zones of low temperature in the refrigerator. The warmest zone is at the top of the door in refrigerator. The coldest zone is on the back wall at the bottom of the refrigerator.
• For this reason, arrange the food in the following way: ū On the shelves in the refrigerator (top to bottom): Baked goods, ready-made meals, dairy produce, meat, fish, and sausages. ū In the VeggiBox: Vegetables, salad, and fruits. ū In the door (from top to bottom): Butter, cheese, eggs, tubes, small bottles, big bottles, milk, and juice bags.
• In order to prevent damage to persons or property, the appliance can only be transported in a box, and it requires two persons to be installed.
• Caution! Keep your children away from packaging material – a choking hazard!
• Regularly check the power plug for damages. If this is the case, do not use the appliance.
• Do not use electric appliances in the storage space to prevent fire hazards. Also, do not put liquid containers on the appliance, so that possible leaking liquids do not interfere with the electronics and the isolation.
• Store high-proof alcoholic substances only tightly sealed and upright.
• Do not consume expired food. This could lead to food poisoning. Do not refreeze already defrosted groceries.
• Do not misuse any shelves, compartments, doors, etc., as a tread or for leaning on.
• Do not handle open fire or ignition sources in the interior space of the appliance.
• Pull the power plug: ū in case of disturbances during the operation; ū before every cleaning; ū while working on the appliance.
• Do not pull the power cord; always grab the power plug for this purpose.
• We reserve technical changes.

Configuration

Transport of the appliance

• During the transport, you have to secure all loose parts in and on the appliance, in order to prevent damage.
• The appliance should not be transported in a vertical position and at the same time not tilted over more than 30 degrees. Wait 30 minutes after the installation, before you connect the appliance to the mains.
• If the appliance was transported with a tilt of more than 30 degrees, wait 4 hours before you connect the appliance to the mains.

Before the initial operation

• Remove the protective sheets and all packaging material incl. the transport securing of the storage spaces and of the trays from the appliance.
• Dispose of the packaging professionally.
• You might notice a slight ‘new smell’ when you start the appliance for the first time. It goes away once the appliance begins to cool.
• Clean the interior with tepid water with the addition of washing-up liquid. Clean the equipment separately with rinsing water, not in the dishwasher.
• Before you fill the appliance with food, let it work for 1 hour, so that the target temperature can be reached.

Installation of the appliance

• The appliance should be installed in a dry and well-aired room.

• The appliance can be operated at a humidity of max. 70 %.

• The surrounding temperature, at which the appliance can be operated, can be taken from the appliance specification sheet at the end of this manual.

• Do not install the appliance outdoors.

• Bear in mind that you can pull the power plug anytime.

• Protect the appliance from direct insolation.
  It should not be installed near heat sources (stove, heater, etc.). If this, however, cannot be avoided, you should put isolation between the heat source and the appliance.

• You must not embed the appliance in a cabinet. The installation of the fridge directly under a board or a cabinet is disallowed.

• The unevenness of the floor can be compensated with the two vertically adjustable screw-in feet in the front, so that safe stability is attained.

Installation measures
If the appliance is placed sideways on a wall, you will leave a lateral gap of at least 60 mm,  so that the doors of the appliance can open in a 90-degree angle. In order to be able to remove the VeggiBox completely from the appliance, detach the bottle compartment if necessary.

Ventilation

The air warmed behind the appliance needs to circulate freely. For this reason, the circulation of air cannot be compromised.
Caution! Do not cover possible existing ventilation openings in the back area of the top cover plate!
Connection

• Before you connect the appliance, you have to make sure that itself and the power plug do not show any transport damage.
• Connect the appliance only to a shockproof outlet. The mains voltage has to correspond to the one stated on the tool identification plate.
• The appliance complies with the guidelines that are obligatory for CE marking.
• Do not connect the appliance to an inverter
• The power plug should not touch the backside, in order to avoid possible vibration noise.
• The appliance can be put into operation by plugging the mains plug into the point.
• A complete switching-off only occurs by pulling the mains plug.
• If the appliance has been disconnected from the mains, wait approx. 5 minutes after plugging in the mains plug before setting the temperature controller to the desired position.

Operating elements

The temperature adjustment for the refrigerator compartment is set via the controller on the lighting inside the refrigerator.
Place it in a central position (3 – 4) to set an optimal temperature for normal use.
The more you turn the knob clockwise (5 – 7), the lower the temperature in the refrigerator will be.
The more you turn the knob counterclockwise (1 – 2), the higher the temperature in the refrigerator will be.
Make sure the desired temperature has been reached both in the refrigerator and in the freezer by using a thermometer.
The “O” position means the device is switched off.
VeggiBox
The VeggiBox serves as the optimal storage for fruits and vegetables.
Interior Lighting
Do not take off the cover of the interior lighting. The appliance is equipped with high-quality, durable LED lighting. If the light is inoperative, call our after-sales service.

Storing of Food

• Store the food only packaged or covered in the refrigerator, in order to sustain the flavor and freshness. Especially foods with a strong smell or prone to absorbing smell (cheese, fish, butter, among others) have to be stored separately.

• At first, set an average cooling temperature. If the cooling is too strong, set a higher temperature and if the cooling is too weak, set a lower temperature.
  If frost is built upon the back wall, then the cause of this could be that the door  was opened too long, warm dishes were in the appliance or the temperature was set too low.

• Warm foods have to be cooled down to room temperature before they can be stored in the appliance.

• Make sure that the door is closed correctly and that it is not blocked by cooled food.

Cleaning and Defrosting (Maintenance)
Cleaning

• Always pull the mains plug before cleaning.
• Do not pour water into the appliance.
• Tepid water with a bit of washing-up liquid is suitable for regular maintenance. In order to avoid an unpleasant smell in the cooling room, cleaning of the latter once a month is recommended.
• Clean the equipment separately with rinsing water, not in the dishwasher.
• Do not use aggressive, abrasive, or alcoholic detergents.
• After cleaning it with clear water, wipe the surface and carefully dry it off. Subsequently, plug the mains plug with dry hands.
• In order to save energy and maintain efficiency, you should clean the condenser (on the backside) and the compressor at least twice a year with a broom or vacuum cleaner.
• The rating label on the interior of the appliance cannot be damaged or even removed while cleaning.

Defrosting
The refrigerator does not have to be defrosted but it does have to be cleaned.
The refrigerator‘s evaporator is fixed into the rear wall, which is why the rear walls can become covered with frost. Whenever the compressor is not working, frost can melt. The resulting water is led through a hose system to the basin on the compressor, where it then evaporates due to the heat generated. When setting the temperature controller, avoid
permanent frost without a defrost phase.

Make sure that the drain gully and the drain opening are not blocked so that the water produced in the refrigerator can always flow off unobstructed.

Tips for Energy Saving

• For the installation of the appliance, choose a cool, dry, and well-aired room.

• Protect the appliance from direct insolation.
  It should not be installed near heat sources (stove, heater, etc.). If this cannot be avoided-ed, some sort of isolation between the heat source and appliance has to be used.

• Don’t cover the ventilation openings and grid. Provide enough circulation of air on the backside of the appliance.

• Let warm food cool down before you store it in the fridge.

• Do not leave the door open too long when withdrawing or putting food inside. Otherwise, the formation of ice in the interior will be accelerated.

• Do not set the temperature lower than necessary. More details on temperature settings can be taken from the chapter ‘Controls and Display’.

Operation Noises
There might be some typical operation noises when the appliance is turned on. These are:

• The noise of the electric motor is arising from the working compressor.
  When the compressor starts to operate, then the noises get slightly louder for a short time.

• Noises in the tubes of the circulation of the refrigerant.

Disposal
Appliances that are marked with this symbol have to be disposed of separately from household rubbish.
These appliances contain valuable resources that can be recycled. Correct waste disposal protects the environment and the health of those around you. To get informed about it, either defer to your municipal administration or the retailer.

• Pull the mains plug out of the socket and disconnect it from the appliance before getting rid of it.
• The cooling medium Isobutane (R600a) and the propellant in the isolation Cyclopentane (C5H10) are inflammable substances, thus, need to be appropriately disposed of.
• Make sure the tubes of the cooling circuit don’t get damaged before the proper disposal.

Swapping the door hinge

1. Before swapping the door hinge, remove the door storage compartments to avoid damage. To do this, first press the right side of the compartment to the left and then remove the compartment upward. Remove the cover of the door hinge on the top of the appliance and the plastic cover on the opposite side.

2. While holding the fridge door securely, loosen the screws that hold the top door hinge and remove them. Lift up the fridge door approx. 50 mm to completely remove it
   from the appliance. With the outer side facing up, place the door on a soft surface on which it can be securely laid. Ensure that the plastic ring remains on the hinge pin of the door hinge.

3. Loosen the hinge pin from the door hinge and firmly screw it (together with the plastic ring) onto the other side of the hinge.

4. Loosen the plastic plug and screw from the bottom side of the fridge door and screw them back onto the other side of the door.

5. Tilt the appliance back slightly and remove the screws that hold the bottom door hinge. Unscrew the adjustable feet and any screws that may be next to them from the appliance and screw them back onto the other side.

6. Place the door on the hinge pin of the bottom door hinge and press it lightly against the appliance.

7. Place the top door hinge with the hinge pin into the bushing on the top of the door and secure it with the screws. Screw the other screws on the other side back in.

8. Place the separately supplied door hinge cover onto the top door hinge. Place the plastic cover onto the opposite top side of the appliance.

9. Fasten the door handle and the plastic covers onto the other side of the appliance.

10. Reseat the door storage compartments.

Warranty
Severin grants you a manufacturer’s warranty of two years starting from the date of purchase. During this period, we eliminate all defects which are noticeably based on material or fabrication defects and substantially affect the function, free of charge.
Further claims are excluded. The following are excluded from the warranty: Damages that result from non-observance of the instruction manual, improper use or normal abrasion, also delicate parts, e.g., glass, plastic, or light bulbs. The warranty expires in the case of an intervention that is not authorized by us. If a repair is necessary, call and write an e-mail to our after-sales service. The contact details can be taken from the appendix of the manual. The legal warranty laws against the vendor and possible vendor warranties stay untouched.

Details for After-Sales Service
If a repair is necessary, please contact the service hotline directly with an explanation of the defect.
Before you do that, write down the article number from the rating label on the appliance (see figure), since this is needed for the smooth processing of your request.

Malfunction Removal
Subsequently, there is a table with possible malfunctions and recovery methods. Check if the recovery methods can repair the malfunctions. If this is not the case, then the appliance has to be disconnected from the mains supply, and the after-sales service has to be contacted.

•The main fuse has dropped out.
•The fuse in the wall socket is not working. Check this by plugging another appliance into the same point.
The noises are too loud (if the normal
operation noises change).| •Does the device have a solid stand?
•Does the running cooling unit set adjoining furniture or objects into vibration?
•Do objects positioned on the top of the appliance vibrate?

Appliance specification sheet

A=auto
M = manual| Fast freezing
facility
Fresh food| 242| 4| –| M| –
Light source parameters:|
Type of light source| | LED
Energy efficiency class| | G
Electric data| | See rating label

*) The actual consumption depends on the use and the location of the appliance.

SEVERIN Elektrogeräte GmbH
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D-59846 Sundern
Tel +49 2933 982-0
Fax +49 2933 982-333
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www.severin.com

References

• SEVERIN Onlineshop
• SEVERIN Onlineshop
• SEVERIN (Official)

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