JLUCFRW6001 refrigerator Instruction manual Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings. These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. If you are unsure of the meanings of the these warnings contact the John Lewis branch from which you purchased the appliance. Installation This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. Check your Refrigerator for any transport damage. Do not connect the appliance if there is damaged. If the Refrigerator is damaged, you should contact the John Lewis branch from which you purchased it. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. If the supply cable is damaged it must be replaced; contact our extended warranty administrators on 08700 107 887 who will give you details for your local Service Force centre. Parts which heat up should not be exposed.Whenever possible, the back of the appliance should be close to a wall, but leaving the required distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation instructions. This appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle. Ice lollies can cause frost/freezer burns if consumed straight from the freezer compartment. Do not remove items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns. Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer compartment as they can burst as the contents freeze. Manufacturers recommended food storage times should be adhered to. Refer to the relevant instructions. Do not use electrical appliances inside the Refrigerator. Store pre-packed frozen foods in accordance with the frozen foods instructions and use by date. When cleaning, defrosting, taking out frozen foods or ice tray do not use sharp, pointed or hard devices, as they can cause damage to the appliance. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Safety Precautions for Isobutane Warning The refrigerant of the appliance is isobutane (R600a) that is inflammable and explosive to a greater extent. Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission. Child Safety This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product. Pets and children have been known to climb into the appliance. Please check your appliance before use. Keep all packaging well away from children. When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug with the remaining cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children from becoming trapped inside while playing Use This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use. Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials, such as spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc. in the refrigerator or the vicinity of the refrigerator or any other appliance. Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out. Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment. 2 Maintenance and Cleaning Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply Check and clean the drain for defrosted water regularly; if the drain is blocked water will gather in the bottom of the refrigerator. when unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable. Further information on cleaning is on page 17 of this manual. Service This product should only be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Service Force are the authorised repair agents for John Lewis branded domestic appliances. Ecological Hints To save energy and help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these hints. Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat such as a boiler or radiator. locate the appliance in a well ventilated room and make sure that any air openings of the appliance are not obstructed. Pack all foods into airtight packages before placing them into the freezer compartment. Food which is to be frozen (when cool) should be placed in the fridge compartment before being transferred to the freezer. try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or opening the door too frequently as warm air will enter the cabinet and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often. Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the door from closing properly. The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the 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. Environmental Information After unpacking please dispose of the packaging with due regard to safety and the environment. Materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially at the rear near the heat exchanger. Check with your local Council or Environmental Health Office to see if there are facilities in your area for recycling this appliance. When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the power supply cable and remove the door, to prevent young children from being trapped inside. This appliance does not contain gases which could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. Warning A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. please ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely. 3 Contents For the User Important safety information Intallation For the Installer 2 2 Installation Technical Specifications Unpacking Cleaning Location Climate Classification Ventilation Requirements Levelling 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 Description of the appliance Using the refrigerator Hints for storage Storage time and temperature of foods How to use the four-star frosen food compartement How to make ice cubes Storage Shelves 5 12 12 12 12 12 12 Hints & Tips Food Storage Normal Operating Sounds In the Event of a Power Failure 13 13 13 13 Door Reversal Door Reversal of Freezer Compartment Electrical connection When the refrigerator is first installed General information Using the Appliance Before Use Thermostat control 8 9 10 11 11 11 11 11 Storage time chart (refrigerator) 14 Storage time chart (freezer) 15 Maintenance and Cleaning 16 Defrosting Internal cleaning External cleaning Changing the Light Bulb When the appliance is not in use 16 16 16 16 16 Something Not Working Repairs - After Sales Service 17 18 Guide to using the Instruction Manual The following symbols will be found in the text to guide you throughout the instructions: Safety precautions Hints, useful information Environmental information This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives: 73/23 EEC of 19.02.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications, 89/336 EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications. 4 Description of the appliance 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Frozen food compartment Glass shelf Defrost water drain Salad drawer Rating plate Adjustable feet Ice tray Butter compartment Interior light/Thermostat control 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Door shelf Door gasket Bottle shelf Egg tray Air circulation Air grid Condenser Evaporator tray Compressor 5 Installation It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Technical Specifications DIMENSIONS Width Height Depth POWER SUPLY VOLTAGE RATED CURRENT GROSS CAPACITY NET CAPACITY FREEZING CAPACITY ENERGY CONSUMPTION ENERGY CLASS, ACCORDING TO EU STANDARDS RISING TIME WEIGHT 595 mm 850 mm 635 mm 230V/50Hz 0,6 A 125 l 19 l 119 l 18 l 2 kg/24 h 0,501 kWh/24h 183 kWh/year A+ 12 h 39 kg Refrigerator Freezer Refrigerator Freezer 6 Unpacking It is recommended to deliver the appliance in original packaging, in vertical position considering the protective warning on packaging. After positioning, the appliance must not be switched on for approx. 2 hours to allow the refrigerant to settle. Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Report any damage immediately to the place where you bought it. In this case retain packaging. Ventilation Requirements The appliance must have adequate ventilation to ensure correct operation. Diagram shows the ventilation requirements when installed: A: Under a worktop, or cupboard. The clearance space of 10 cm above the appliance may be reduced to 5 cm providing a clearance space 2,5 cm is left on either side of the appliance. B: When freestanding Cleaning Remove all adhesive tape and packaging, which ensure the accessories do not move in the appliance. Wash the inside of the appliance using lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda (5ml to 0.5 litre of water). After cleaning dry the inside of the appliance thoroughly. Location The appliance should be placed in a well ventilated, dry room. The appliance energy use is affected by the ambient temperature. The appliance should therefore: not be installed next to radiators, cookers or other sources of heat only be installed at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate classification, for which the appliance is designed. Levelling The appliance must be level. Level the appliance by adjusting the two adjustable feet (1) at the front of the appliance. If required the washer (2) can be removed. Climate Classification The climate classification can be found on the rating plate located inside the appliance. The following table shows the ambient temperature for each climate classification: Climate Classification SN N ST Ambient Temperature +10 to +32 °C +16 to +32 °C +18 to +38 °C 2 1 7 Door Reversal If required the door can be reversed, hinged from the left, opening from the right. To reverse the bottom hinge assembly proceed as follows: Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply. Tilt the appliance backwards, resting the top edge of the appliance on a stool or something similar. Unscrew the 2 adjustable feet. Unscrew the 3 screws holding the lower door bracket. transfer the lower door hinge pin to the alternative position as shown in the top drawing. Unscrew the single screw at the bottom left hand side and retain . Replace the lower door bracket on the bottom left hand side but do not fully tighten the 3 screws. Remove the fridge door by gently pulling downwards and store to avoid damage. Unscrew the top door hinge pin of the refrigerator then screw it back on the other side. As shown in the second drawing. Replace the fridge door on the upper door hinge pin. Insert the lower door hinge pin into the door and tighten all screws. Re-fix the retained screw to the bottom right hand side and replace the 2 adjustable feet. Lift the fridge back onto its feet and check it is set level and the door seal meets the fridge all around the door. Transfer the handle to the opposite side and place the ...