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Troubleshooting

 

 

 

Before calling for service , please check the following issues first:

 

 

 

The Appliance 

does not operate

 

- The Appliance is not 

switched ON.

 

- Mains plug is not plugged 

in or is loose.

 

- Fuse has blown or is 

defective.

 

- Socket is defective.

 

- Switch ON the appliance.

 

- Insert mains plug.

 

- Check fuse, replace if 

necessary.

 

- Mains malfunctions are 

to be corrected by an 

electrician.

 

Appliance cools 

too much

 

- Temperature is set too cold.

 

- Temperature is not properly 

adjusted.

 

- Turn the temperature 

regulator to warmer setting 

temporarily.

 

- Please check the ‘‘ USING 

THE APPLIANCE’’ section 

to learn how to adjust the 

temperature regulator.

 

Food is too warm

 

- Door was opened for an 

extended period of time.

 

- A large quantity of warm 

food was placed in the 

appliance within the last

 

24 hours.

 

- The appliance is near a heat 

source.

 

- Open the door only as long 

as necessary.

 

- Turn the temperature 

regulator to a cooler setting 

temporarily.

 

- Please check the ‘‘ USING 

THE APPLIANCE’’ section 

to learn how to adjust the 

temperature regulator to 

offset the heat source, or

 

find another suitable place.

 

Unusual noise

 

- Appliance not level.

 

- Appliance is touching the 

wall of others.

 

- A component, e.g. a pipe

 

on the rear of the appliance 

is touching another part of 

the appliance or the wall.

 

- Readjust the foot

 

- Move the appliance slightly.

 

- If necessary, carefully bend 

the component out of the 

way.

 

Heavy build up 

of frost, possibly 

on the door seal.

 

- Door seal is not air tight 

(possibly after  reversing 

the door).

 

- Carefully warm the leaking 

sections of the door seal 

with a hair dryer (on a cool 

setting). At the same time 

shape the warmed door

 

seal by hand such that it sits 

correctly.

 

Summary of Contents for GVABF42

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual 42L Bar Fridge GVABF42 ...

Page 2: ... 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 of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by manufacturer To reduce the risk of electric shock do not immerse or expose the product or flexible cord to rain moisture or any liquid other ...

Page 3: ...es unusable prior to disposal Pull out the mains plug cut off the mains cable break or remove spring or bolt catches if fitted By doing this you ensure that children cannot lock themselves in the appliance when playing there is a risk of suffocation or get themselves into other dangerous situation WARNING Care must be taken when disposing of this appliance in order to avoid a hazard When you dispo...

Page 4: ...s improvement the unit you purchased vary slightly from below sketch 1 Fridge Cabinet 2 Evaporator Compartment 3 Thermostat Control 4 Shelf 5 Hinge Cover 6 Door 7 Gasket Door Seal 8 Adjustable Legs 9 Chiller Compartment 10 Door Bin ...

Page 5: ...ectric outlet has a reliable earthed to ground Consult a qualified electrician if you are not familiar with the electrical Location Choose a place that is not too cold the temperature should be above 10 C Put the Bar Fridge in a dry place avoiding area of high moisture and humidity Do not put the Bar Fridge in frosty or unprotected areas Example in a garage or on a veranda Do not put the Bar Fridg...

Page 6: ...ture warmest setting Position 5 means Lowest temperature coldest setting At a low surround ambient temperature of around 16 C setting 1 should be selected At surround ambient temperatures of around 25 C select setting 2 3 If you require a lower temperature select setting 4 or 5 Note High ambient temperatures e g on hot summer days and a cold setting on the temperature regulator position 5 can caus...

Page 7: ...rface to prevent scratching 4 Remove the two screws 8 that hold the lower hinge 2 Remove the lower hinge 2 If there is originally a washer on the hinge pin it must remain there when reversing 5 Where appropriate or necessary remove the front levelling legs 4 for convenient reversing the lower hinge and remember to install them after reversing 6 Remove the plug buttons 7 for holes to the right side...

Page 8: ...nsure that the rubber door gasket is kept clean and free from dirt grease etc Inspect regularly to ensure it is clean If the plastic parts of the refrigerator are contaminated by oil grease animal or vegetable for a long time they will age more quickly and can become brittle and crack easily They will also emit bad smell Therefore you should get the habit of cleaning it regularly Cleaning condense...

Page 9: ...ly Clean thoroughly see cleaning and care Leave the door open to avoid the build up of odours Once the unit has been turned off allow the unit to settle down for about 10 minutes before turning the unit on This will prevent the compressor from being damaged Energy Saving Hints Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat such as a cooker dishwasher or radiator Locate the appliance in a co...

Page 10: ...od was placed in the appliance within the last 24 hours The appliance is near a heat source Open the door only as long as necessary Turn the temperature regulator to a cooler setting temporarily Please check the USING THE APPLIANCE section to learn how to adjust the temperature regulator to offset the heat source or find another suitable place Unusual noise Appliance not level Appliance is touchin...

Page 11: ...en any parts which are fixed by screw contact the manufacturer for advice Do not operate the unit with a damaged cord or plug or after the unit malfunctions or is damaged in any manner Return the complete unit to the place of purchase for in warranty replacement or inspection and repair CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock DO NOT remove the cover or back whilst the unit is in operation or ...

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