IKEA VINTERKALL, Manual

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ENGLISH

Odour removal

The refrigerator compartment is equipped 

with a air purifier which uses unique platinum 

sterilization technology to purify air from 

unwanted odours. Natural ions can be released 

all the time to create sterile and healthy 

environment in the refrigerator compartment. 

Platinum fresh has no need for any filter 

change. 

Hints and tips

Normal operating sounds

The following sounds are normal during 

operation:

•  A faint gurgling and bubbling sound from 

coils sound when refrigerant is pumped.

•  A whirring and pulsating sound from the 

compressor when refrigerant is pumped.

•  A sudden cracking noise from inside 

appliance caused by thermic dilatation 

(a natural and not dangerous physical 

phenomenon).

Hints for energy saving

•  Do not open the door frequently or leave it 

open longer than absolutely necessary.

•  If the ambient temperature is high and very 

low internal temperature is set and the 

appliance is fully loaded, the compressor 

may run continuously, causing frost or ice 

on the evaporator. If this happens, set the 

internal temperature toward warmer one to 

allow automatic defrosting and so a saving 

in electricity consumption.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

•  Do not store warm food or evaporating 

liquids in the refrigerator. 

•  Cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has 

a strong flavour.

•  Position food so that air can circulate freely 

around it.

Hints for refrigeration

Useful hints:

•  Meat (all types): wrap in a suitable 

packaging and place it on the glass shelf 

above the vegetable drawer. Store meat for 

at most 1-2 days.

•  Cooked foods, cold dishes: cover and place 

on any shelf.

•  Fruit and vegetables: clean thoroughly 

and place in a special drawer. Bananas, 

potatoes, onions and garlic must not be 

kept in the refrigerator if not packed.

•  Butter and cheese: place in a special airtight 

container or wrap in an aluminium foil or 

a polythene bag to exclude as much air as 

possible.

•  Bottles: close with a cap and place on the 

door bottle shelf, or (if available) on the 

bottle rack.