Baumatic Br500 Instruction Manual

 
11 o If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5 
minutes before restarting the appliance on the thermostat or 
connecting it to your mains supply. 
 
Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
You switch on your appliance by connecting it to your mains supply 
and setting the thermostat. The thermostat control knob is located on 
the right hand side of the fridge. 
  
o The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside of 
the fridge,...

 
12 o IMPORTANT: Do not run the appliance with the thermostat 
above number 5 in normal usage otherwise the defrost drain 
hole will freeze. 
 
Arranging and storing food in your refrigerator 
 
o Warm food or evaporating liquids should not be stored in your 
refrigerator, as this will increase the humidity inside of the 
appliance. 
 
o All foods should be wrapped or covered, this is particularly 
important if the food has a strong flavour. You should use 
polythene bags or sheets, aluminium foil, wax...

 
13 o Cheese and butter should be placed in airtight containers, or 
they can be wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags. As 
much air as possible should be removed from the bags. 
 
o Milk bottles should have a cap on them and be stored on the 
bottle shelf that sits in the door. 
 
o Garlic, potatoes, onions and bananas should only be 
stored in a refrigerator IF they are stored in airtight 
containers. 
 
Saving energy when using your refrigerator 
 
Installing: 
 
o Install the appliance in a...

 
14 o If you have a second appliance that is not used, make sure that 
it is stored with the power off and the door left ajar until it is 
actually required.  
 
Disposing: 
 
o If youre going to throw out your old fridge, see if theres a 
chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) recycler in your area. The 
government department which looks after the environment in 
your area may be able to help you. 
 
Cleaning and maintenance 
 
WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR 
APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM 
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY...

 
15 The defrost drain hole 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
o Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator compartment 
during operation. The defrost water is collected by the 
evaporating tray and evaporates automatically. 
 
o The drain hole should be cleaned periodically with the drain hole 
cleaner. This will prevent water from collecting in the bottom of 
the refrigerator, instead of flowing down the defrost drainage 
channel and drain hole. 
 
o IMPORTANT: Please note that the drain hole cleaner should...

 
16 Replacing the light bulb 
 
WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR 
APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM 
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE 
ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE THE LIGHT 
BULB. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
o Press the rear end of the bulb cover until the sides release and 
then lift the bulb cover clear of the bulb. 
 
o Change the present light bulb with a new one. The replacement 
bulb should not have a greater rating than 10 W; (an E14 10 W 
bulb should be used). 
 
o Replace the light cover and after waiting five...

 
17 Electrical connection 
 
YOUR REFRIGERATOR IS INTENDED FOR FITTED 
AND PERMANENT INSTALLATION. 
We recommend that the appliance is connected by a 
qualified electrician, who is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C. 
and who will comply with the I.E.E. and local regulations. 
 
o Your refrigerator comes supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. If in 
future you need to change the fuse in this plug, then a 13 amp 
ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used. 
 
o The wiring in the mains lead is coloured as follows:...

 
18 Positioning 
 
o It is advisable that your appliance is only installed in a location 
where the ambient temperature of the room, corresponds with 
the climate classification that is stated on the rating plate of your 
appliance. Your appliance may not function correctly if the 
ambient temperature falls outside of the following ranges. 
 
o Your appliance should not be located in direct sunlight or 
exposed to continuous heat or extremes of temperature (e.g. 
next to a radiator or boiler). 
 
o The...

 
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o Slacken the retaining screws (1) on the appliance and then 
carefully remove the appliance door. 
 
o Place the appliance door on a cushioned surface, so that damage 
does not occur to it.
 
 
o Lever off the cover caps (3).
 
 
o Insert the retaining screws (1) into the opposite side of the 
appliance from their original position. These screws should be 
partially tightened but not fully tightened.
 
 
o Remove the door retaining...

 
20 o Reattach the appliance door and then fully re-tighten the 
retaining screws (1) and the door retaining screws (2).
 
 
o Insert the cover caps (3) into the holes that are now exposed on 
the right hand side of the cabinet.
 
 
IMPORTANT: Check that the door opens and shuts correctly, 
without fouling, after you have completed the door reversal 
process. 
 
After the door has been reversed, you should check 
the door seal of the appliance. The seal should not 
be creased or crushed; otherwise there...