Indesit RA 24xx (UK), Operating Instructions Manual

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GB

Using the freezer to its full potential

• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has already been

defrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten (within 24
hours).

• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into contact

with food that has already been defrosted. Fresh food must be
stored above the grill in the freezer compartment and if possible
be in direct contact with the walls (side and rear), where the
temperature drops below -18°C and guarantees rapid freezing.

• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and which are

corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer because they could
break.

• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily is

indicated on the plate containing the technical properties located
on the bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment (for
example: Kg/24h: 4)

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 Do not open the door during freezing.

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 If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the freezer

door. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer,
ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9 -14 hours.

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 If the room temperature drops below 14°C for an extended period

of time, the ideal temperature will not be reached in the freezer
compartment and food preservation will be reduced.

Maintenance and care

Switching the appliance off

During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the
appliance from the electricity supply.
It is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs on 
(appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.

Cleaning the appliance

• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber seals may

be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm
water and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap. Do not use
solvents, abrasive products, bleach or ammonia.

• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm water and

soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry them carefully.

• The back of the appliance may collect dust which can be

removed by delicately using the hose of a vacuum cleaner set
on medium power. The appliance must be switched off and the
plug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance.

Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours

• The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials which are

odour free. In order to maintain an odour free refrigerator and to
prevent the formation of stains, food must always be covered or
sealed properly.

• If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended period of

time, clean the inside and leave the doors open.

Defrosting the appliance

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 Follow the instructions below.

Do not speed up the defrosting process by using any devices or
tools other than the scraper provided, you may damage the
refrigeration circuit.

Defrosting the refrigerator compartment

The refrigerator has an automatic defrosting function: water is
ducted to the back of the appliance by a special discharge outlet
(

see diagram

) where the heat produced by the compressor

causes it to evaporate. It is necessary to clean the discharge hole
regularly so that the water can flow out easily.

Defrosting the freezer compartment

If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it is necessary to defrost
manually:

1. Set the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the position  .
2. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in another

freezer or in a cool place.

3. Leave the door open until the frost has melted completely. This

can be made easier by placing containers with lukewarm water
in the freezer compartment.

4. Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully before

switching the appliance on again.

5. Wait for approximately 2 hours, i.e. until the ideal storage

conditions have been restored, before placing food in the
freezer compartment.

Replacing the light bulb

To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment, pull out
the plug from the electrical socket. Follow the instructions below.
Access the light bulb by removing the cover as indicated in the
diagram. Replace it with a similar light bulb within the power range

indicated on the cover (15W or 25W).

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Precautions and tips

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 The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance

with international safety standards. The following warnings are
provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully.

This appliance complies with the following Community Directives:
- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent
amendments;
-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent amendments;
- 2002/96/CE..