Logik LFFD55S18 - User Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS
REFRIGERATOR
For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock,
please follow all the safety precautions listed below.
• Read all instructions carefully before using the unit and keep them for
future reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party, make sure to
include this manual.
• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar
applications such as:
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environment;
– bed and breakfast type environment;
– sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working environment;
– catering and similar non-retail applications.
• Ensure that the plug is easily accessible to enable disconnection from
the mains supply.
• If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or a qualied technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• Choose a location for your unit away from heat sources such as radiators
or res as refrigerant and vesicant are burnable.
• The unit must be manoeuvred by a minimum of 2 persons.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload
refrigerating appliances.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
unit.
• If your unit is tted with a lock to prevent children being trapped inside,
keep the key out of reach and not in the vicinity of the unit.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
ammable propellant in this appliance.
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Summary

Safety Warnings

General Safety Guidelines

Covers reading instructions, manual retention, intended use, and electrical safety.

Handling, Location, and Child Safety

Guidance on safe manoeuvring, placement, and use by children.

Food Storage and Contamination

Precautions for storing food, preventing contamination, and avoiding damage.

Critical Hazard Warnings

Warnings regarding unauthorized servicing and electrical shock risks.

Unpacking

Installation

Site Selection and Clearances

Guidelines for choosing a location and ensuring adequate ventilation space.

Unit Leveling and Door Reversal

Instructions for leveling the unit and reversing the door swing direction.

Initial Cleaning and Water System

Procedures for cleaning before use and preparing the water dispenser.

Product Overview

Operation

Unit Activation and Temperature

Steps for turning on the unit and adjusting internal temperatures.

Food Storage and Freezing Advice

Best practices for storing food and preparing items for freezing.

Defrosting and Water Dispenser Use

Guidance on defrosting, filling the water tank, and dispenser operation.

Cleaning

Manual Defrosting Process

Steps for manually defrosting the freezer compartment if needed.

Interior and Exterior Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning internal and external surfaces of the appliance.

Maintenance

Handling, Servicing, and Storage

Guidelines for moving, professional servicing, and long-term storage.

Condensation and Disposal

Advice on managing condensation and environmentally friendly disposal.

Specifications

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Maintenance Features

This document provides safety warnings, usage guidelines, and maintenance instructions for a refrigerator.

Function Description

The refrigerator is designed for indoor household use and similar applications, including farmhouses, hotels, motels, bed and breakfast environments, staff kitchen areas in shops and offices, and catering. It features both a fridge and a freezer compartment. The fridge compartment is equipped with glass shelves, a salad bin with a cover, upper and bottom drawers, and upper and bottom balconies on the door. The freezer compartment also includes multiple drawers for storage. An integrated water dispenser is located on the upper door of the refrigerator, allowing for easy access to chilled water. The internal temperature is controlled by a thermostat, with recommended settings for optimal food preservation.

Usage Features

Installation and Setup: Before initial use, the refrigerator requires proper installation. It should be placed on a flat, firm, and well-ventilated floor, away from heat sources and direct sunlight, with an average room temperature between 16°C and 38°C. Specific free space requirements (25 mm on sides, 50 mm at rear, 25 mm at top) must be maintained to ensure proper ventilation and door opening. The unit needs to be levelled using the adjustable feet at the front to ensure proper door alignment and magnetic seal.

Door Swing Reversal: The door swing can be reversed if needed, but this process requires careful handling and is recommended to be performed by a qualified technician due to the risk of damaging the coolant system. If attempting it yourself, ensure the unit is unplugged and empty, and do not lay it flat. The process involves removing screws from the top cover, lifting the cover, detaching hinges, lifting doors, swapping levelling feet, reversing hinge pins, and reattaching components. After reversal, ensure doors are aligned horizontally and vertically, and seals are properly closed. If the door seal is crushed, it can be warmed with a hairdryer and rotated to restore its shape.

Initial Use: After installation, the unit should be cleaned inside and out with a weak bicarbonate soda solution and warm water, then dried completely. It is crucial to wait two hours after moving the unit before plugging it in to allow the coolant fluid to settle. Once plugged in, the unit should be turned on and allowed to run for 24 hours to reach the correct temperature before placing any food inside.

Temperature Adjustment: The internal temperature is controlled by a thermostat. Position 3 is the recommended setting for normal room temperatures (16°C to 38°C). Higher numbers correspond to lower temperatures. For colder environments (winter), settings 1 to 4 are recommended, while for hotter environments, settings 5 to 6 are suggested. A middle temperature setting is generally recommended for optimum food preservation to prevent food from spoiling quickly.

Food Storage Guidelines: The manual provides detailed guidelines for storing different types of food in various compartments:

• Fridge Door: Foods with natural preservatives (jams, juices, drinks, condiments). Perishable foods should not be stored here.
• Crisper Bin (Salad Bin): Fruits, herbs, and vegetables (placed separately). Bananas, onions, potatoes, and garlic should not be stored in the refrigerator.
• Fridge Shelf – Bottom / Chiller Bin: Raw meat, poultry, fish (for short-term storage).
• Fridge Shelf – Middle: Dairy products, eggs.
• Fridge Shelf – Top: Foods that do not need cooking (ready-to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers).
• Freezer Drawer/Shelf: Foods for long-term storage. The bottom drawer/shelf is for raw meat, poultry, fish. The middle drawer/shelf is for frozen vegetables, chips. The top drawer/shelf is for ice cream, frozen fruit, and frozen baked goods.

Freezing Preparations: When freezing food, use quality items and handle them minimally. Freeze in small quantities for faster freezing and defrosting. Cooked food should be cooled completely before freezing. Use special freezer bags, film, plastic containers, or heavy-duty aluminium foil. Avoid thin cling film, glass, or uncleaned containers. Exclude as much air as possible from containers. Leave a small air space for liquids to allow expansion. Label frozen foods with contents and date to prevent spoilage and ensure efficient use of freezer space.

Defrosting Frozen Food: Frozen food should be defrosted at room temperature, but be aware that warm temperatures encourage bacterial growth. Drain and discard any liquid lost during defrosting. Ensure no ice crystals remain before cooking, especially with meat. Cook food as soon as possible after defrosting. Microwaves and ovens with defrost settings can be used if cooking immediately afterwards. Never refreeze defrosted food unless it has been cooked again. Reseal packs properly to prevent drying or freezer burn.

Water Dispenser: The integrated water dispenser requires filling the water tank to the MAX level. Ensure the tank is securely in place before filling. After each use, small amounts of water may drip into the overflow tray, which should be emptied periodically.

Noises: The unit may produce unusual noises due to the circulation of refrigerant liquid in the cooling system, which is normal and does not indicate a fault. These noises are more pronounced with CFC-free gases.

Maintenance Features

Cleaning: Regular cleaning is essential. The interior should be wiped with a weak bicarbonate soda solution and warm water, then dried. Shelves, drawers, and the salad bin should be removed, washed, and dried. The exterior can be cleaned with a damp cloth and standard furniture polish, avoiding the magnetic door seal. The condenser grille at the back can be vacuumed with a soft brush. Abrasive, acidic, or steam cleaners should not be used.

Defrosting (Freezer): The freezer compartment is frost-free under proper use. However, if frost accumulates (up to 10mm), it should be defrosted. This involves removing food, turning off and unplugging the unit, leaving the door open, and placing frozen food in another freezer or wrapping it to keep it cool. A shallow bowl or pan should be placed below the freezer compartment to collect water. Frost can be scraped away with a plastic scraper. Placing a bowl of hot water inside the freezer with the door closed can speed up defrosting. After defrosting, the interior and exterior should be cleaned. Metal or sharp instruments and electrical appliances should not be used to aid defrosting.

Care When Handling/Moving: When moving the unit, hold it by its sides or base, never by the top surface edges.

Servicing: Servicing should only be performed by an authorised engineer using genuine spare parts. Users should not attempt repairs themselves to avoid injury or malfunction.

Switching Off for Long Periods: If the unit will not be used for an extended period, disconnect it from the mains supply, empty all food, clean the appliance, and leave the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.

Condensation: Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit due to room temperature changes. This should be wiped off. If the problem persists, contact a qualified technician.

Disposal: Old units should be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner to recover valuable raw materials. Special disposal procedures are required for the refrigerant and insulation materials. Ensure no pipes on the back of the unit are damaged. Information on disposal options can be obtained from local council offices. When disposing of an old unit, break off any locks or latches and remove the door as a safeguard against children being trapped.

Logik LFFD55S18 Specifications