PRIMO ELEKTRO PR102FR Refrigerator User Manual

Refrigerator
PR102FR / PR107FR
PR156FR / PR157FR

MANUAL

WARRANTY

Dear client,
All of our products are always submitted to a strict quality control before they are sold to you. Should you nevertheless experience problems with your device, we sincerely regret this.
In that case, we kindly request you to contact our customer service.
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This appliance has a two year warranty period. During this period the manufacturer is responsible for any failures that are the direct result of construction failure. When these failures occur the appliance will be repaired or replaced if necessary. The warranty will not be valid when the damage to the appliance is caused by wrong use, not following the instructions or repairs executed by a third party. The guarantee is issued with the original till receipt. All parts, which are subject to wear, are excluded from the warranty. If your device breaks down within the 2-year warranty period, you can return the device together with your receipt to the shop where you purchased it. The guarantee on accessories and components that are liable to wearand-tear is only 6 months.

The guarantee and responsibility of the supplier and manufacturer lapse automatically in the following cases:

• If the instructions in this manual have not been followed.
• In case of incorrect connection, e.g., electrical voltage that is too high.
• In case of incorrect, rough or abnormal use.
• In case of insufficient or incorrect maintenance.
• In case of repairs or alterations to the device by the consumer or non-authorised third parties.
• If the customer used parts or accessories that are not recommended or provided by the supplier / manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure safety, please read this manual thoroughly. This appliance is made for domestic use and should only be used according to the instructions described below.

• This appliance may be used by children from 8 years of age and by persons with physical, sensory or mental disabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if these persons are supervised or instructed in how to use the appliance safely and that they also know the dangers when using the appliance.

• Children should not play with the device.

• Maintenance and cleaning of the appliance should not be done by children unless they are over 8 years old and supervised.

• Keep the appliance and cord out of the reach of children, under 8 years old.

• If the electric cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or a similarly qualified person, to avoid accidents.

• Attention : the unit must not be used with an external timer or a separate remote control.

• This device is suitable for use in the domestic environment and similar environments such as :
  – Kitchen corner for staff of shops, offices and other similar professional environments.
  – Farms.
  – Hotel and motel rooms and other environments with a residential character.
  – Guest rooms, or similar.

• An empty refrigerator can be very dangerous for children. Remove the refrigerator door when not in use. Or take other measures that make the appliance harmless. Take care not to damage the refrigeration system.

• WARNING! Never place this appliance on or near a gas or electric fire or in a place where it could come into contact with a heat source. There are flammable materials on the back of the device.

• Pay attention to the “fire hazard – flammable material” symbol located on the back of the appliance.

• The appliance may not be used with an extension cord or power strip.

Follow the instructions below to prevent food contamination

• Opening the door for a long time can significantly increase the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Regularly clean surfaces that may come into contact with food. Keep the condensation channel and drain hole at the back of the appliance clean.
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the fridge so that it does not come into contact with or drip on other food.
• If the appliance remains empty for a long time, you should switch it off, defrost and clean it. Let it dry and leave the door open to prevent mould from developing inside the appliance.
• This free-standing appliance must not be built-in.

Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated room.
The appliance is intended for use in a room where the ambient temperature falls within the climate classes listed below, you can find the climate class of the appliance on the rating label on the side of the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

PARTS

1. Freezer compartment
2. Cooling compartment
3. Temperature controller and lamp
4. Shelf
5. Vegetable drawer
6. Door rack
7. Adjustable feet

INSTALLATION

• Remove all packing material, both inside and outside. Clean the outside of the unit with a dry cloth. You can clean the inside with a soft, damp cloth.
• Make sure that air can circulate freely around the refrigerator. The back of the refrigerator should be at least 13 cm away from the wall.
• Place the refrigerator on a firm, flat surface.
• Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Sunlight can damage the outside of the refrigerator.
• Heat will cause higher consumption.
• Avoid excessive humidity. Too much moisture in the air will cause frost to form too quickly inside the refrigerator.
• Before connecting the refrigerator to the mains supply, check that the voltage on the appliance’s rating plate matches the voltage at your home. A different voltage may damage the appliance.
• The plug is the only way to disconnect the appliance from the power supply, make sure it is always easily accessible. To disconnect the power supply to the device, turn off the device and then unplug it.
• Allow the appliance to operate for 8 hours without food so that the cabinet cools to the appropriate temperature.
• For uneven surfaces, the front leveling feet can be aligned.

DOOR CONVERSION
If you want to change the hinges of the door to the other side, it is recommended that you contact an authorised repairer to have him do the work. Before changing the direction of rotation, check that the plug is unplugged and that the appliance is empty.

1. Remove the protective cap from the hinge and the hinge covers at the top of the device. Remove the screws located in the top hinge. Remove the hinge.

2. Put everything aside and first remove the hinge from the bottom of the device.
   You do this by loosening the 2 screws. Then remove the foot and screw on the other side. Move this to the other side and screw it back in place.

3. Then remove the hinge from the cooling compartment and remove the hinge covers.

4. Then turn the hinge over. You do this by turning it 180° counterclockwise and placing it on the other side in the hole provided for this purpose.

5. Finally, place the door of the freezer compartment back on the pin, place the top hinge back in place and screw the freezer compartment door in place with the screws. Make sure that the doors are placed horizontally and that the seals close properly. Cover the hinge and the holes with the cover plates.

USE

STORAGE GUIDE
For the best storage, set up your refrigerating appliance as follows:

spices, etc.
• Do not store food with a limited shelf life here
Crisper drawer| • Fruits, herbs, and vegetables
• Do not refrigerate bananas, onions, potatoes, or garlic
Middle shelf| • Dairy and eggs
Top shelf| • Food that does not need to be cooked, such as readymade meals, leftovers, spreads, etc.

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
This appliance is designed to operate in an ambient temperature between 16°C and 38°C. The device will not work properly in a room with a lower or higher temperature. If the ambient temperature is exceeded for a long period of time, the temperature in the refrigerator will exceed 4°C and the food may spoil.

TEMPERATURE SETTING
The refrigerator is controlled by a temperature controller located inside the appliance. Set the controller to the desired position.

• MIN is the warmest setting (+/- 10°C)
• MAX is the coldest setting (+/- 0°C)
• The operating time and temperature are affected by the location where the refrigerator is used, the number of times the door is opened and the temperature of the room where the refrigerator is located.
• When using the appliance or after defrosting the appliance, set the regulator to the coldest setting for at least 2 hours before storing food and then set it to the medium setting.

MOVING THE DEVICE

• If the unit is turned off for any reason, wait 10 minutes before turning it on again. The pressure in the cooling system should be stabilized before you turn the unit on again.
• Turn off the appliance and unplug it. Remove all food products. Also remove or secure all mobile parts (shelves, accessories, etc.) inside the refrigerator to avoid shocks.
• Move the appliance and install. If the appliance was held on its side while moving, even if very briefly, leave the appliance in the upright position for at least 10 minutes before turning it on.
• The refrigerator uses isobutane (R600a) as the refrigerant. Notwithstanding that R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, it is flammable. So be very careful while moving or installing the appliance to avoid damage to the cooling elements. In case of a leak caused by damage to the cooling elements, move the refrigerator away from open flames or heat sources and ventilate the room in which the unit is located for a few minutes.

STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR
The refrigerator provides extended storage time for fresh, perishable foods. Store fresh food for best results:

• Store only very fresh food of good quality.

• Make sure foods are properly wrapped or covered before storing.
  This avoids foods drying out, becoming paler or losing flavor and ensures longer freshness. This also avoids transmission of odors.

• Make sure foods with strong odors are properly wrapped and covered and store them away from butter, milk and cream and other foods that can be affected by strong odors.

• Allow hot foods to cool before placing them in the refrigerator.

FREEZER

• The freezing process takes 24 hours. Do not add any other food to be frozen during this period.
• When the freezer has not been used for a period of time and is restarted after this, the appliance must be on for at least 2 hours before you can put products to be frozen in the freezer.
• Important: If the freezer defrosts accidentally – for example, in case of a power outage – the frozen food must be consumed quickly or prepared immediately.
• Excess ice in the freezer should be removed. Do not use sharp objects to remove the ice. Use a plastic scraper.

If the ice is too thick to scrape away, defrost the freezer as follows:

1. Unplug the freezer.
2. Remove all food from the freezer.
3. Leave the freezer door open and place a catch basin under the appliance to catch the thawing water.
4. When the defrosting is complete, dry the appliance completely.
5. Plug the power cord back in to allow the appliance to operate again.

HOLIDAY
When going on vacation for a short period of time, you can leave the device turned on.

When going on vacation for a longer period of time, it is best to do the following:

• Remove all food from the refrigerator.
• Remove the plug from the electrical outlet.
• Clean the refrigerator thoroughly.
• Leave the refrigerator door open to avoid mold and bad odors.

POWER FAILURE
Most power outages are recovered in 1 or 2 hours and will not change the temperature of the refrigerator. You should, however, keep opening the refrigerator door to a minimum during a power failure. During a longer power outage, you should take measures to protect the food, e.g. by putting dry ice on the food.

IMPORTANT RULES

• Never place hot food in the refrigerator.
• Beverages should be kept in a sealed container.
• Food kept in the refrigerator for longer periods of time should be covered or kept in glass containers.
• Never place spoiled food in the refrigerator.
• Always make sure that the refrigerator is not overloaded so that food can be adequately cooled.
• Open the refrigerator door only when necessary.
• The appliance must not be used for outdoor camping e.g. tent.
• Must only be used indoors.
• The appliance must not be used in public transportation.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents.
• Set the temperature controller to the OFF position and unplug it.
• Remove food from it and store it in a cool place.
• Clean the appliance with a soft cloth, warm water and a mild detergent.
• Clean the seal with clean water only, then wipe thoroughly.
• After cleaning, plug in and set the temperature control to the desired position.
• Put the food back in the appliance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The device is not working.

• The device is not receiving power, check whether the power supply is OK. • Check whether the plug is in the socket. • Check that the correct voltage has been used. • Make sure the thermostat is not set to OFF.

The device jumps up too often.

• Is the door closed properly? • Have you put hot food in the refrigerator, causing the appliance to work harder to cool? • The door has been open too often or too long. • The device is receiving the wrong voltage. • The device is too close to one heat source or direct sunlight.

The inside temperature of the appliance is too hot

• Check whether the refrigerator has power. • Check whether the plug is in the socket. • The temperature setting is too low. • The door has been open too long or too often. • The air supply is blocked. • Check whether the device receives the correct voltage. • The device is near a heat source or the sun for too short a time.

The device is making a strange noise.

• The device is not standing straight. • The device is placed against another object or against the wall. Move the device.

ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it must be brought to the applicable collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is  disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

The packaging is recyclable. Please treat the packaging ecologically.

WEBSHOP
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