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, depending on what number you have turned the 
thermostat control knob to:- 
 
o Position  means that the appliance will not cool. However 
the light will still function. 
 
o Position  will give you a higher temperature inside of the 
fridge. 
 
o Position  will give you a lower temperature inside of the 
fridge. 
 
o Ideally the thermostat should be set to a position of between 
 to . 
 
o Your refrigerator can maintain a temperature of between 4 – 6 
degrees centigrade. 
 
o IMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room, 
the temperature of the food and the amount of food that 
has been placed in the appliance and how often the door 
is opened, will all affect the temperature being 
maintained by the appliance. 
 
o On the maximum setting (position ), your fridge will work 
harder to maintain a lower temperature and will increase the 
energy usage. There is no need to run your appliance on this 
setting for prolonged periods and you should return the 
thermostat knob to between  to . 
  
 
						

							 
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 paper. Liquids 
should be stored in covered containers or bottles. 
 
o To maximise the space inside of your refrigerator, any excessive 
packaging on the food should be removed. 
 
o Quickly perishable food should be stored at the back of the 
refrigerator, which is the coldest part of the appliance. 
 
o No food items should be allowed to come into contact with the 
back wall of the refrigerator. 
 
o Make sure that you arrange food in such a way that the door can 
close completely. Particular attention should be given to bottles 
that may protrude when placed on shelves inside the main 
section of the refrigerator. 
 
o Some organic solutions, such as the oils in lemon/orange peel 
and acid in butter, can cause damage to the plastic parts 
contained inside of the refrigerator. 
 
o Do not open the refrigerator door too often or leave the door 
open for long periods of time, as this will increase the 
temperature inside of the appliance and will increase the energy 
usage. 
 
o Meat should be wrapped in polythene bags and then placed on 
the glass shelf above the salad drawer. 
(Meat should only be stored in this manner for one or two 
days at the most). 
 
o Cold dishes/cooked food should be covered and can be placed 
on any shelf. 
 
o Fruit and vegetables should be cleaned thoroughly and placed 
in the salad drawer. 
 
						

							 
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 cool position. If it is placed in direct 
sunlight or next to an oven or other heat source, the energy 
consumption can increase substantially. 
  
o Ensure the appliance is installed with the correct ventilation 
requirements. Restricting ventilation can increase the energy 
consumption by 15%. 
  
Cleaning and Maintenance: 
 
o Occasionally clean the condenser coils (if present) at the back of 
the appliance to maintain a high performance level.  
 
o Clean the door gasket with warm water or a neutral detergent 
that leaves no residue. A tight-sealing door gasket is critical to 
the efficiency of your appliance.  
 
Usage: 
 
o Do not open the door repeatedly or more frequently than you 
have to.  
 
o Do not set the thermostat too low. A change of just one degree 
can effect the energy consumption by 5%. Use a thermometer to 
check the temperature. 
  
o The refrigerator should operate at around 3 to 4 degrees Celsius. 
  
o Allow food to sufficiently cool before putting it in the appliance 
(but don’t let it sit at room temperature for too long).  
 
o If you are going away for a long period of time, turn off the 
appliance, empty and clean it and leave the door ajar.  
 
						

							 
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 BEFORE 
ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN IT. 
 
 
 
o Do not clean the appliance by pouring water onto 
it or spraying water over it.  
 
 
 
 
o The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned 
periodically, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda 
and lukewarm water.  
 
 
 
o Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. 
Do not clean them in a dishwasher.  
 
 
o Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps.  
 
 
 
o After washing the appliance, wipe over the area that you have 
cleaned with a damp cloth and then dry it thoroughly. 
 
o When cleaning is complete, dry your hands and then reconnect 
the plug to 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 not 
be left in position permanently. Otherwise this may prevent the 
defrost water from entering the drain hole. 
 
o You can also pour a small amount of water down the drain hole 
to clean the defrost drainage channel. 
 
o You should be careful to make sure that food packages do not 
touch the rear wall of the appliance, as this can interrupt the 
automatic defrosting process and deflect water into the base of 
your refrigerator. 
 
o Use a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water to 
clean the evaporating tray.  
 
o IMPORTANT: It is normal to get some ice droplets forming on 
the back wall of the appliance. The formation of ice droplets does 
not indicate an appliance fault. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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 minutes, reconnect 
your plug to your mains supply. 
 
Installation 
 
IMPORTANT: Before installation and usage read 
all the instructions and make sure that the 
voltage (V) and the frequency (Hz) indicated on 
the rating plate are exactly the same as the 
voltage and frequency in your home. The rating 
plate can be found on the front left edge of the    
            inside of the refrigerator. 
 
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of the installer 
failing to observe all the accident prevention regulations in force, 
which are necessary for normal use and the regular operation of the 
electric system. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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: 
Brown    Live 
Blue     Neutral 
Green and yellow  Earth 
 
o As the colours of the wires in the appliance’s mains lead may not 
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals 
in your spur box, please proceed as follows: 
 
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked “L” 
(live), or coloured red. 
 
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked “N” 
(neutral), or coloured black. 
 
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal 
marked “E” (earth), or by the earth symbol, or coloured green 
and yellow. 
 
o When the connection is completed, no stray strands or cut wire 
should be present. The cord clamp must be secured over the 
outer sheath. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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 door should be able to open completely and freely. 
 
o The appliance should be situated so you can easily access the 
food that is stored in it. 
 
o You should check whether there is an electrical socket available, 
which will be accessible after your appliance is installed. 
 
Reversing the door of your appliance 
 
This procedure MUST be completed before the furniture 
door is attached. 
 
 
 
 
Any parts that you remove from the appliance whilst 
reversing the door, should be retained for later use.  
 
 
 
WARNING- Take care when opening the hinges, they 
are sprung loaded and there is the risk of injury if 
they close on your hand. 
 
 
Tools required:- 
o Phillips screwdriver 
o Flat bladed screwdriver 
 Climate classification
 Appropriate ambient temperature 
SN  +10 to +32 degrees centigrade 
N  +16 to +32 degrees centigrade 
 
						

							 
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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 screws (2) and then reverse the 
position of the top and bottom hinge (as shown in the above 
diagram).
 
 
 
						

							 
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 will be a gap 
between it and the inside of the door. 
 
o The seal must adhere properly all the way around the door. 
 
o If the seal is not adhering to the cabinet properly, then you 
should either:- 
 
1. Use a warm damp cloth and manipulate the seal until it does 
adhere to the cabinet properly, all the way around the door. 
         
  or 
 
2. Use a hair dryer on its lowest heat setting and lightly heat the 
areas of the door seal that are not adhering correctly. The 
heat will make the seal more pliable and this will allow you to 
manipulate the seal into the correct position. 
 
IMPORTANT: DO NOT HEAT THE DOOR SEAL ON ANYTHING BUT 
THE LOWEST HEAT SETTING, OR HEAT THE SEAL FOR A LONG 
PERIOD OF TIME. OTHERWISE DAMAGE MAY BE CAUSED TO 
THE DOOR SEAL, WHICH WOULD NOT BE RECTIFIED UNDER 
THE GUARANTEE FREE OF CHARGE.