The Baumatic BR200.3A is a larder fridge designed for domestic use, suitable for storing food that requires chilling and refrigeration. It is an integrated appliance, intended for fitted and permanent installation within a kitchen unit.
Function Description
The BR200.3A functions as a larder fridge, providing a refrigerated compartment for food storage. It features automatic defrosting within the refrigerator section, where defrost water is collected in an evaporating tray and evaporates automatically. The appliance is controlled by an adjustable thermostat, allowing users to set the internal temperature. The interior is illuminated by a light bulb.
Important Technical Specifications
- Dimensions of Appliance:
- Height: 1225 mm
- Width: 540 mm
- Depth: 545 mm
- Dimensions of Aperture (for installation):
- Height: 1225 mm – 1245 mm
- Width: 560 mm – 570 mm
- Depth: 550 mm
- Energy Efficiency Class: A
- Refrigerant: R600a (a natural, flammable gas)
- Electrical Connection: 13 amp plug fitted, requires a 13 amp ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse if changed. Wiring colours are Brown (Live), Blue (Neutral), and Green and yellow (Earth).
- Thermostat Settings: Ranges from 0 (no cooling, light functions) to 5 (lowest temperature). Recommended setting is between 3 and 4.
- Temperature Range: Can maintain 4 – 6 degrees centigrade.
- Light Bulb: Replacement bulb should not exceed 15 W.
- Climatic Rating: The appliance's climatic rating, found on the rating plate, indicates the appropriate ambient temperature range for correct functioning. For SN and N classifications, the appropriate ambient temperature is +10 to +32 degrees centigrade and +16 to +32 degrees centigrade, respectively.
Usage Features
- Adjustable Thermostat: Allows users to control the internal temperature of the refrigerator. The thermostat knob is located on the upper right-hand side of the cabinet, next to the interior light.
- Storage Components:
- Refrigerator shelves (4 safety glass shelves)
- Crisper cover and 2 crisper drawers for fruit and vegetables
- Egg rack
- Butter compartment and butter shelf cover
- Bottle rack
- 2 general racks
- Upper door shelves for smaller items like eggs, cheese, butter, yogurt, packages, tubes, and cans.
- Bottle shelf for reasonably sized bottles.
- Reversible Door: The door can be reversed to open from either the left or right side, offering flexibility in kitchen layout.
- Adjustable Feet: Allows for leveling the appliance on uneven floors.
- Shelf Removal: Shelves can be easily removed by lifting the front and pulling them out of the grooves.
- Food Storage Guidelines:
- Warm food or evaporating liquids should not be stored to prevent increased humidity.
- All food should be wrapped or covered, especially strong-flavoured items, using polythene bags, aluminium foil, or wax paper. Liquids should be in covered containers.
- Excessive packaging should be removed to maximize space.
- Quickly perishable food should be stored at the back of the refrigerator.
- No food items should touch the back wall.
- Ensure the door closes completely to maintain temperature.
- Organic solutions (e.g., lemon/orange peel oils, butter acid) can damage plastic parts.
- Avoid frequent or prolonged door opening.
- Meat should be wrapped in polythene bags and placed on the glass shelf above salad drawers (for 1-2 days maximum).
- Cold dishes/cooked food should be covered.
- Fruit and vegetables should be cleaned and placed in crisper drawers.
- Cheese and butter should be in airtight containers or wrapped in foil/polythene bags.
- Milk bottles should be capped and stored on the door's bottle shelf.
- Garlic, potatoes, onions, and bananas should only be stored in airtight containers within the fridge.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning:
- The appliance should be disconnected from the mains supply before cleaning.
- Do not clean by pouring or spraying water directly onto it.
- The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned periodically with a solution of sodium bicarbonate and lukewarm water.
- Accessories should be cleaned separately with soap and water, not in a dishwasher.
- Avoid abrasive products, detergents, or soaps.
- After washing, wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
- Defrosting:
- Automatic defrosting occurs in the refrigerator section.
- The evaporating tray and defrost water drain hole should be cleaned periodically with the defrost drain plug to prevent water accumulation.
- A small amount of water can be poured down the drain hole for cleaning.
- Ensure food packages do not touch the rear wall to avoid interrupting defrosting and deflecting water.
- Light Bulb Replacement:
- Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.
- Press the hooks on the sides of the light cover and slide it off.
- Replace the bulb with one not exceeding 15 W.
- Replace the light cover and reconnect to the mains after five minutes.
- Troubleshooting: The manual provides a troubleshooting guide for common issues such as no power, poor performance, noise, ice formation on the back wall, and water in the base. It advises checking the plug, power supply, thermostat setting, door closure, ventilation, leveling, and food placement before contacting service.
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