CloudFront TRF-39BIFME Freezer User Manual

CloudFront TRF-39BIFME Freezer

Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before using your refrigerator, please carefully read this instruction manual in order to maximize its performance. Store all documentation for subsequent use or for other owners. This product is intended solely for household use or similar applications such as:

•  the kitchen area for personnel in shops, offices and other working environments
•  on farms, by clientele of hotels, motels and other environments of a residential type
•  at bed and breakfasts (B & B)
• for catering services and similar applications not for retail sale.

This appliance must be used only for purposes of storage of food, any other use is considered dangerous and the manufacturer will not be responsible for any omissions. Also, it is recommended that you take note of the warranty conditions. Please, to obtain the best possible performance and trouble free operation from your appliance it is very important to carefully read these instructions. Failure to observe these instructions may invalidate your right to free service during the guarantee period.

SAFETY INFORMATION

This guide contains many important safety information. Please, we suggest you keep these instructions in a safe place for easy reference and a good experience with the appliance.
The refrigerator contains a refrigerant gas (R600a: isobutane) and insulating gas (cyclopentane), with high compatibility with the environment, that are, however, inflammable.

Caution: risk of fire

If the refrigerant circuit should be damaged:

• Avoid opening flames and sources of ignition.

Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
WARNING!

•  Care must be taken while cleaning/carrying the appliance to avoid touching the condenser metal wires at the back of the appliance, as you might injure your fingers and hands or damage your product.
•  This appliance is not designed for stacking with any other appliance. Do not attempt to sit or stand on top of your appliance as it is not designed for such use. You could injure yourself or damage the appliance.
•  Make sure that mains cable is not caught under the appliance during and after carrying/moving the appliance, to avoid the mains cable becoming cut or damaged.
•  When positioning your appliance take care not to damage your flooring, pipes, wall coverings etc. Do not move the appliance by pulling by the lid or handle. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls. Our company declines to accept any liability should the instructions not be followed.
• Do not install the appliance in humid, oily or dusty places, nor expose it to direct sunlight and to water.
•  Do not install the appliance near heaters or inflammable materials.
•  If there is a power failure do not open the lid. Frozen food should not be affected if the failure lasts for less than 11 hours. If the failure is longer, then the food should be checked and eaten immediately or cooked and then refrozen.
•  If you find that the lid of the chest freezer is difficult to open just after you have closed it, don’t worry. This is due to the pressure difference which will equalize and allow the lid to be opened normally after a few minutes.
•  Do not connect the appliance to the electricity supply until all packing and transit protectors have been removed.
•  Leave to stand for at least 4 hours before switching on to allow compressor oil to settle if transported horizontally.
•  This freezer must only be used for its intended purpose (i.e. storing and freezing of edible foodstuff).
•  Do not store medicine or research materials in the Refrigerator. When the material that requires a strict control of storage temperatures is to be stored, it is possible that it will deteriorate or an uncontrolled reaction may occur that can cause risks.
•  Before performing any operation, unplug the power cord from the power socket.
•  On delivery, check to make sure that the product is not damaged and that all the parts and accessories are in perfect condition.
•  If in the refrigeration system a leak is noted, do not touch the wall outlet and do not use open flames. Open the window and let air into the room. Then call a service center to ask for repair.
•  Do not use extension cords or adapters.
• Do not excessively pull or fold the power cord or touch the plug with wet hands.
• Do not damage the plug and/or the power cord; this could cause electrical shocks or fires.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
•  Do not place or store inflammable and highly volatile materials such as ether, petrol, LPG, propane gas, aerosol spray cans, adhesives, pure alcohol, etc. These materials may cause an explosion.
• Do not use or store inflammable sprays, such as spray paint, near the Refrigerator. It could cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not place objects and/or containers filled with water on the top of the appliance.
• We do not recommend the use of extension leads and multi-way adapters.
• Do not dispose of the appliance on a fire. Take care not to damage, the cooling circuit/pipes of the appliance in transportation and in use. In case of damage do not expose the appliance to fire, potential ignition source and immediately ventilate the room where the appliance is situated.
• The refrigeration system positioned behind and inside the Refrigerator contains refrigerant. Therefore, avoid damaging the tubes.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
•  Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
•  Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not touch internal cooling elements, especially with wet hands, to avoid cracks or injuries.
• Maintain the ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, free of obstruction.
• Do not use pointed or sharp-edged objects such as knives or forks to remove the frost.
•  Never use hairdryers, electrical heaters or other such electrical appliances for defrosting.
•  Do not scrape with a knife or sharp object to remove frost or ice that occurs. With these, the refrigerant circuit can be damaged, the spill from which can cause a fire or damage your eyes.
•  Do not use mechanical devices or other equipment to hasten the defrosting process.
•  Absolutely avoid the use of open flame or electrical equipment, such as heaters, steam cleaners, candles, oil lamps and the like in order to speed up the defrosting phase.
•  Never use water wash the compressor position, wipe it with a dry cloth thoroughly after cleaning to prevent rust.
•  It is recommended to keep the plug clean, any excessive dust residues on the plug can be the cause fire.
•  The product is designed and built for domestic household use only.
•  The guarantee will be void if the product is installed or used in commercial or non-residential domestic household premises.
•  The product must be correctly installed, located and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in the User Instructions Booklet provided.
• The guarantee is applicable only to new products and is not transferable if the product is resold.
•  Our company disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages.
•  The guarantee does not in any way diminish your statutory or legal rights.
•  Do not perform repairs on this Refrigerator. All interventions must be performed solely by qualified personnel.

SAFETY CHILDREN!

•  If you are discarding an old product with a lock or latch fitted to the door, ensure that it is left in a safe condition to prevent the entrapment of children.
•  This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or with a lack of experience and knowledge; provided that they have been given adequate supervision or instruction concerning how to use the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children without supervision.

Before first use

You must allow the fridge to settle for at least twenty-four hours prior to switching the power on.
It is recommended that you clean the interior of the appliance prior to first use, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water and then thoroughly drying the interior.
Please note:
The appliance will start on temperature setting 3 and 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.
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 into the fridge.
• Do not overfill the fridge. There should be sufficient space between the foods to allow the cool air to circulate.

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.
• Store food in small packages. This reduces the freezing time and improves the quality of the food after thawing.
•  Once food is thawed, it must not be refrozen. 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.

Drawer humidity adjustment

The crisper drawer within this appliance features a humidity level adjustment slider. Vegetables and similar produce that are subject to wilting (e.g. spinach leaves, herbs such as basil etc.) should be kept in the crisper drawer and the adjustment slider kept closed (fully to the right). By keeping the adjustment slider closed, water vapor is held in the drawer and subsequently greens are kept crisper and fresher for longer.
By contrast, fruits that are susceptible to rotting should be stored in the crisper drawer with the humidity adjustment slider fully open (to the left). This will allow gases, emitted by certain produce and that accelerate the rotting process, to exit the crisper drawer.

Storage

The fridge section is for short term food storage. Although low temperatures can be maintained, 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 7 is the coldest part of the fridge.

1.  Butter, cheeses etc.
2.  Food in jars and bottles
3.  Drinks, e.g. milk
4.  Cooked food
5.  Yogurts, preserves etc.
6.  75cl bottles or ready meals etc.
7. Fresh meat and fish
8. Fruit and vegetables

The fridge shelves can be moved according to the storage requirements within the fridge section. To move the shelf, lift up the rear section and then pull it outwards. To replace, slide the shelf back into the slot, and then lower the rear section.
The wine racks can be deployed or withdrawn as desired.
The most energy-saving configuration requires drawers, food box and shelves to be positioned in the product, please refer to the above pictures

Control Panel

Fig.3

A. Refrigerator temperature adjustment sensor
This button is used to adjust the temperature within the fridge. Press this sensor once to activate adjustment, and then as many times as necessary until the desired level is selected. The settings range from 1 to 6 with 1 being the warmest and 6 being the coldest. Please note: Where possible, avoid having the temperature setting on 6 all of the time. This well help to alleviate strain on the compressor and refrigeration system.

B. Refrigerator temperature setting display
This display will illuminate the current temperature setting. Adjusting the temperature will cycle through this display.
Please note: You do not use numbers 1 to 6 to change the temperature. Instead, use the refrigerator temperature adjustment sensor (A).

C. Power button
Use this sensor to switch the appliance on and off (standby mode). The sensor will be illuminated when the appliance is off.

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.

The water drain hole at the back of the fridge compartment should be cleaned periodically to prevent the defrosted water from collecting inside the fridge compartment. The drain plug can be used to clean the drain hole.
If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of time, 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. Any water created will run out of the fridge through the channel at the back of the fridge, unless the drain hole is blocked. It is important to keep the channel clear
at all times using the cleaning tool supplied. The defrosted water is collected in the evaporating tray at the back of the appliance and dissipated by evaporation.

Defrosting the freezer
The freezer has a no frost system which is designed to prevent the heavy build up of ice. Under normal use, there should be no need to regularly defrost the freezer system.
To help in times of service or cleaning, the appliance has a forced defrost mode which can be activated by touching and holding sensors A and C in Fig. 3 for approximately 3 seconds. The refrigerator temperature adjustment sensor (A) will flash to confirm that the forced defrost function is active. This function should automatically deactivate once the freezer temperature has reached between 10 and 12°C.
Please note: If you are regularly finding a heavy build up of ice, or pools of water, in the freezer section then it is likely that the door is not sealing properly. This could be due to a defective door seal or an incorrectly fitted, or overly heavy, decor door. For more information see the troubleshooting section on ice.

Troubleshooting

If you have any problems with your appliance, you should check the troubleshooting prior to calling Customer Care.
If the appliance is not working, check:

• That there is power to the appliance.

•  The house fuses are intact and the fuse in the plug has not blown.

•  The fridge has not been turned off.

•  The plug socket is functioning fine. To check this, plug another electrical appliance in to see if the socket is faulty. If the appliance is working, but not very well, check:

•  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.
  If the appliance is noisy, check:

•  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.
  If the appliance is beeping, check:

•  That the doors are closed. An alarm will sound after 60 seconds of a door being open.
  If there’s water in the base of the refrigerator compartment, check:

• The drain hole at the back of the compartment is clear.
  If ice has formed on the back wall of the fridge:

• It is normal for some ice droplets to form on the back wall of the fridge. This does not constitute a fault with the appliance.

•  Ensure that no items inside the fridge are in contact with the back wall.

•  Check that there is some resistance when opening the door of the appliance. If it opens at the slightest touch it may mean that the door seal needs to be replaced.

•  Check the door seal for any kinks, debris or damage. If you notice any, and are unable to resolve the issue yourself, contact Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced.

•  This can be due to the decor door(s) not being properly fitted. If you are at all unsure, ask your fitter to check the decor doors.
  If excessive ice has formed in the freezer:

•  Check that there is some resistance when opening the door of the appliance. If it opens at the slightest touch it may mean that the door seal needs to be replaced.

•  Check the door seal for any kinks, debris or damage. If you notice any, and are unable to resolve the issue yourself, contact Customer Care so that the seal can be replaced.

• This can be due to the decor door(s) not being properly fitted. If you are at all unsure, ask your fitter to check the decor doors.

Installation

This appliance must never be installed close to heat sources, e.g. heating elements or cookers, nor in damp places.

Seek the help of another individual, or two, when installing this appliance. This appliance may have sharp edges. Wear adequate PPE for the task and environment.

• 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 greater the gap, the better.
•  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.

Ventilation

The main consideration when installing any refrigeration unit into a fitted kitchen is ventilation. The heat removed from the cooling
compartment needs to be dissipated into the atmosphere. Incorrect
ventilation can lead to premature compressor failure, excessive power consumption, total system failure and may invalidate the warranty provided with the appliance. For products intended to be installed into a tall housing unit, the following requirements need to be met:

• An air intake should be provided somewhere in the cabinet run to allow free air in.
•  A cutout should be made in the plinth below the fridge/ freezer and this finished neatly using the air vent grille supplied.
•  Alternatively, a thin section of the plinth can be removed to allow air into the unit (recommended 600mm x 10mm).
•  The top of the cabinet needs to be vented into the room. Recommended size of vent opening: 500 x 30mm. If the furniture does not allow free air into the room then a plinth vent, or other means of ventilation needs to be provided to ensure a natural flow of air.
• There should be space at the rear of the cabinet to allow cool air to be drawn over the condenser. Recommended: 500 x 35mm

For the correct operation of the appliance it is important that the top of the housing unit is not blocked off. A channel depth of 40-50mm is normal with most units.
A ventilation hole is required in the plinth of the unit; this allows air to be drawn over the compressor & heat exchange. A decorative grille is supplied with the appliance to finish this vent neatly. Alternatively the required air flow can be achieved by removal of a thin section of plinth (recommended 600mm x 10mm minimum).

As a rule, the more air that can get in and out, the better and more efficient the operation of the product.
Installation into the cabinet With the help of another individual, or two, maneuver the appliance into the cabinet. There are two metal plates at the base of the appliance. Fit the supplied white spacers (Fig. 8) to these

Ensure that the lips of the spacers are level with the lip of the cabinet base. With the base of the appliance aligned correctly with the edge of the cabinet base, the metal trim at the top of the  appliance should sit flush against the cabinet edge (if it does not, ensure the base is aligned as per Fig. 9 and that the metal trim in Fig. 10 is not damaged). Secure the top of the appliance to the top of the cabinet through the metal trim screw holes marked ‘T’ in fig 10.

Remove the white spacers from the base plates and secure the plates to the cabinet base using four of the supplied screws. Replace the spacers.

Mounting the fascia doors

•  Ensure that there is a gap of 3 to 4mm between the non-hinged side and the cabinet wall.
•  Locate the slider in the bracket and fix the slider to the fascia door 20 to 22mm from the edge of the fascia as shown in figure 11, ensuring that the slider is positioned centrally and horizontally within the bracket. Tighten securely by hand.
• Fill the gap on the non-hinged side with the gasket/seal strip provided, as shown in Fig. 12.
• The finished look for the door sliders should be similar to those shown in Fig. 14, which shows 2 sliders in place.
•  Ensure the appliance doors open, close and seal properly.
  Once complete, and if you are happy with the fit of the appliance in the cabinet, bend and snap the parts of the white spacers marked ‘S’ as shown by the dotted outline in fig. 13. Leave the rest of the spacer cover in place over the metal plates.

Important: After completing the installation, check that the appliance is secured within the unit and that the door(s) close and open properly. If there is no resistance from the door seals when opening the doors, then it is probable that the appliance and/or decor doors are not fitted properly.

Reversing the appliance doors We recommend you seek the help of another individual to support the doors whilst performing this operation.

1. Carefully prise off the cover cap for the top hinge and unscrew the screws fixing the top hinge to the appliance, you should support the upper door whilst doing this.
2. Carefully remove the upper door and place it somewhere safe. Note that there are spacers between the door and the hinge; note how many and their position.
3. Remove the central hinge by removing the screws fixing it to the appliance; support the lower door whilst doing this.
4. Remove the lower door and place it somewhere safe, again noting the position of any spacer pieces.
5. Swap the previous top hinge to the opposite side at the bottom.
6. Refit the lower door using any spacers and position the central hinge on the door. After removing the cover caps, fix the hinge securely to the appliance.
7. Swap the previous bottom hinge to the opposite side at the top. Refit the upper door and the “new” top hinge and fix securely to the appliance.
8.  Fit the central cover caps and top hinge cover pieces in place to complete the process.
9. Unscrew all four slider brackets from the doors and swap them over to the side furthest from the new hinge positions, before the decor door is fitted. Ensuring the door seals correctly:
   It is normal for the seal to be compressed after the door has been reversed. With the door closed, use a hair dryer to expand the seal and fill the gap between the door and the body of the appliance.
   Take care not to use the hair dryer too close to the appliance, which could damage the seal. A distance of approximately 10cm should be adequate. When completed, allow the seal and door to cool before touching them. Once done, the seal should remain in position.

SCRAPPING OLD APPLIANCES

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). WEEE contains both polluting substances (which can cause negative consequences for the environment) and basic components (which can be re-used). It is important to have WEEE subjected to specific treatments, in order to remove and dispose properly all pollutants, and recover and recycle all materials.

Individuals can play an important role in ensuring that WEEE does not become an environmental issue; it is essential to follow some basic rules:
WEEE should not be treated as household waste.
WEEE should be handed over to the relevant collection points managed by the municipality or by registered companies. In many countries, for large WEEE, home collection could be present.

In many countries, when you buy a new appliance, the old one may be returned to the retailer who has to collect it free of charge on a one-to-one basis, as long as the equipment is of equivalent type and has the same functions as the supplied equipment.

Conformity
By placing the mark on this product, we are confirming compliance to all relevant European safety, health and environmental requirements which are applicable in legislation for this product.

ENERGY SAVING

For better energy saving we suggest:

• Installing the appliance away from heat sources and not exposed to direct sunlight and in a well-ventilated room.
•  Avoid putting hot food into the refrigerator to avoid increasing the internal temperature and therefore causing continuous functionalizing of the compressor.
•  Do not excessively stuff foods so as to ensure proper air circulation.
• Defrost the appliance in case there is ice to facilitate the transfer of cold.
•  In case of absence of electrical energy, it is advisable to keep the refrigerator door closed.
•  Open or keep the doors of the appliance open as little as possible.
•  Avoid adjusting the setting to temperatures too cold.
• Remove dust present on the rear of the appliance.

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