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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1. If your refrigerator does not work.

Is there a power failure?
Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?
Is the main power switch on?
Has the fuse blown?
Is the thermostat set to 

?

2. Temperature inside the compartments is not low 

enough.
Are the doors closed properly?
Is the appliance installed near a heat source?
Is the thermostat setting correct?
Are the air circulation vents blocked?

3. Temperature inside the freezer is too low.

Is the thermostat setting correct?

4. Water collects at the bottom of the refrigerator 

compartment.
Is the defrost water drain blocked?

5. The inside light is not working.

Perform the checks for problem 4 and then:
Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.
To inspect the bulb, refer to the instructions and illustration 

on the attached product description sheet

Check the bulb and, if necessary, replace it with one of the 

same type (E14 type, 15W max).

6. Excessive formation of frost/ice in the low temperature 

compartment.
Is the low temperature compartment door properly closed?

Notes:
• 
Gurgling or hissing noises inside the refrigerating circuit are 

quite normal.

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Summary of Contents for FR148A1

Page 1: ...L RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE LOW TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT ENERGY SAVING TIPS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ...

Page 2: ...s product The symbol on the product or on the documents accompanying the product indicates that this appliance 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 Before scrapping make the appliance unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children...

Page 3: ...and level the appliance on a floor strong enough to take its weight and in an area suitable for its size and use Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated place The appliance is set for operation at specific ambient temperature ranges according to the climatic class indicated on the data plate The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature above or be...

Page 4: ...3 4 for the COLDEST compartment temperature Thermostat set to position no operation no light Note Ambient temperature the frequency with which the doors are opened and closed and the position of the appliance can affect the temperature inside the two compartments These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat How to use the refrigerator compartment Position the food as illust...

Page 5: ... before date on the package Always observe the storage information on the package Making ice cubes Fill the ice tray 3 4 full of water and place it in the bottom of the low temperaturecompartment If the ice tray sticks to the bottom do not use pointed or sharp instruments to detach it For optimum performance we recommend to defrost the low temperature compartment twice a year or when the ice on th...

Page 6: ...c automatic defrost cycle is in progress The defrost water is automatically routed to a drain outlet and into a container from which it evaporates Clean the defrost water drain outlet regularly using the tool supplied with the appliance in order to ensure defrost water is removed correctly Before carrying out any cleaning operations unplug the appliance Use a sponge dampened in lukewarm water and ...

Page 7: ...he thermostat setting correct 4 Water collects at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment Is the defrost water drain blocked 5 The inside light is not working Perform the checks for problem 4 and then Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply To inspect the bulb refer to the instructions and illustration on the attached product description sheet Check the bulb and if necessary replac...

Page 8: ...ION Install the appliance away from heat sources minimum distances 30 cm from coal and paraffin stoves 3 cm from electric ovens and hobs Install the appliance in a dry well ventilated place Do not obstruct the air vents Clean the appliance interior see relevant chapters Fit the accessories supplied Electrical connection Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations Volta...

Page 9: ...s fitted Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical store 2 For the Republic of Ireland only The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply but a third type of plug and socket is also used the 2 pin side earth type 3 Socket outlet plug valid...

Page 10: ...k 7 Removable bottle restraint 8 Rating plate at the side of crisper drawer 9 Ice cube tray 10 Low Temperature compartment door B Low temperature compartment if supplied Notes The number of shelves and type of accessories may vary depending on the model All shelves door trays and racks are removable Important Refrigerator accessories must not be washed in a dishwasher Important Close the appliance...

Page 11: ...Thermostat control reference Thermostat set to no refrigeration no light Thermostat set to 1 least cold internal temperature Thermostat set to 4 coldest internal temperature The average recommended thermostat setting is 2 3 Removing the light diffuser 1 Push the tab towards the left 2 Remove the cover ...

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