Beko Bc 50 Operating Instruction

							BC50F
Printed in Turkey
Part no: 48 5132 00 02 Revision no: 2
BEKO plc Beko House
Caxton Way
Watford
HertfordshireWD18 8UF
Tel: 0845 6004911
Fax: 0845 6004922e-mail: [email protected]
website: www.beko.co.uk

8.1 cu.ft. Fully IntegratedFridge Freezer
 
						

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Combi Fridge Freezer
PERFORMANCE
Energy efficiency class
Energy consumption - Kwh/year
Net storage - vol fresh food ltrs (cu.ft.)
Total net vol - ltrs (cu.ft.)
Frozen food compartment rating
Conservation time from failure
Freezing capacity fresh food - kg (lb) / 24 hrs.
Climate class
Operating noise level dB(A)
Net storage - vol frozen food ltrs (cu.ft.)
A
155 lt. (5.5)
217 lt. (7.7)
13 h.
3.5 (7.9)
SN
4 STAR
62 lt. (2.2)
301
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BC50F
Congratulations on your choice of a  quality Appliance which has been designed to give you
service for many years.
WARNING !
IMPORTANT !DO NOT connect your appliance to the electricity supply until all packing and transit protectors havebeen removed.• Leave to stand for at least 4 hours before switching on to allow compressor oil to settle if transported
horizontally.
• If you are discarding an old refrigerator with a lock or latch fitted to the door, disable the lock/latch,
ensure that it is left in a safe condition to prevent the entrapment of young children.
• This fridge/freezer must only be used for its intended purpose i.e the storing and freezing of edible foodstuff.
• Do not dispose of the appliance on a fire. At 
, the care and protection of our environment
is an ongoing commitment.  This appliance which is among the latest range introduced is particularly
environment friendly. Your appliance contains  non CFC / HFC natural substances in the cooling 
system (Called R600a) and in the insulation (Called cyclopentane) which are potentially flammable if exposed to fire. Therefore, take care not to damage, the cooling circuit  / pipes of the appliance
in transportation and in use. In case of a damage do not expose the appliance to fire, potential 
ignition source and immediately ventilate the room where the appliance is situated.
• We suggest you contact your local authority for disposal information and facilities available.
• We do not recommend use of this appliance in an unheated, cold room.
(E.g.: garage, conservatory, annex, shed, out-house etc.) See Installation Instructions on page 4-5  
for further information.
• To obtain the best possible performance and trouble free operation from your appliance it is very 
important to carefully read these instructions.
• Ensure that the plug remains readily accessible. Do not use multiple adapter bar.
• Failure to observe these instructions may invalidate your right to free service during the guarantee 
period.
• Route electrical supply cord to allow easy connection and disconnection after installation.
• We recommend a separate switch be employed to ensure easy switch on / off.
WARNING- Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear ofobstruction.
WARNING- Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING- Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING- Do not use electrical appliances inside  the food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• We suggest you keep these instructions in a safe
place for easy reference.
CONTENTS                   PAGE
SAFETY FIRST / ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - GUIDELINES
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FRIDGE / FREEZERSUGGESTED ARRANGEMENT OF FOOD IN THE FRIDGE / FREEZER
TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENT
STARTING
STORING FROZEN FOODFREEZING FRESH FOODMAKING ICE CUBES
CHILLER ZONE COMPARTMENT
DEFROSTINGCLEANING AND CAREREPLACING THE INTERIOR LIGHT BULBDOS AND DONTS
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
PROBLEM SOLVING
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DETAILED STEP BY STEP
INSTRUCTIONSREVERSING THE DOORS
GUARANTEE DETAILS
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
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							FITTED WITH
BS 1362 13A FUSE ALWAYSFIT BS 1362 REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE FUSE
GREEN &YELLOW OR
GREEN
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BLUE
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BLACK
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BROWN
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22mm.
6mm.
6mm.
6mm.
32mm.
12mm.
FUSE
CORD GRIP
TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. The appliance should be transported only in a vertical upright position. The
packing as supplied must be intact during transportation.
2. If during the course of transport the appliance has to be transported
horizontally, it must only be laid on its left hand side when standing in the front
of the appliance. After bringing it to upright position,it must not be operated for at least 4 hours to allow the system to settle.
3. Failure to comply with the above instructions could result in damage occuringto the appliance. The manufacturer will not be held responsible if theseinstructions are disregarded.
4. The appliance must be protected against rain, moisture and otheratmospheric influences.
5. When positioning your appliance take care not to damage your flooring, 
kitchen furniture, related parts and doors, pipes, wall coverings etc. Do not 
move the appliance by pulling by the door.
6. Empty any water in the drain tray before moving. See section ‘Defrosting’ and
    ‘Care & cleaning’ for further information.7. Make sure that the defrost water pipe at the back of the product is fixed to the
     plastic evaporating pan on the top of the compressor, to avoid defrost water
    spillage on the floor.
IMPORTANT : Care must be taken while cleaning / carrying the appliance to
avoid touching the bottom of the condenser metal wires at the back of theappliance as you might injure your fingers and hands.
Do not attempt to sit or stand on top of your appliance as it is not designed for
such use. You could injure yourself or damage the appliance.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that mains cable is not caught under the appliance
during and after carrying / moving the appliance, to avoid the mains cable
becoming cut or damaged.
Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls.BEKO plc declines to accept any liability should the instructions not befollowed.
IMPORTANT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. The space in the room where the appliance is installed must not be smaller      than 10 cubic metres.
2.  See pages 16 to 23 for detailed Installation Instructions including reversing       door opening direction.
3. Do not put your fridge freezer in a cold room where the temperature is likely 
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 
Before you insert the plug into the wall socket make sure that the voltage and the
frequency shown in the rating plate inside the appliance corresponds to your
electricity supply.
Rating label is on the left hand side of fridge inner liner.
We recommend that this appliance be connected to the mains supply via a
suitable switched and fused socket. The appliance must be positioned so thatthe plug is accessible.Should the mains lead of the appliance become damaged or should it needreplacing at any time, it must be replaced by a special purpose made mains leadwhich can only be obtained from a BEKO Authorised Service Agent.
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHEDIf the fitted moulded plug is not suitable for your socket, then the plug should be
cut off and an appropriate plug fitted. Destroy the old plug which is cut off as a
plug with bared cord could cause a shock hazard if inserted into a socket
elsewhere in the house.The moulded plug on this appliance incorporates a 13 A fuse. Should the fuse
need to be replaced an ASTABEAB approved BS 1362 fuse of the same rating must
be used. Do not forget to refit the fuse cover. In the event of losing the fuse cover
the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been fitted. Colourof the replacement fuse cover must be the same colour as that visible on the pinface of the plug. Fuse covers are available from any good electrical store. 
IMPORTANT! FITTING A DIFFERENT PLUG As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: (See diagram). 1. Connect the green-yellow or 
    green (Earth) wire to the terminal     in the plug marked E or with     the symbol           or coloured    green and yellow or green. 2. Connect the blue (Neutral) wire 
    to the terminal in the plug     marked N or coloured black. 3. Connect the brown (Live) wire to 
    the terminal in the plug marked L     or coloured red.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMBI FRIDGE / FREEZER
4. Do not place the appliance near cookers, radiators or in direct sunlight as this 
     will cause your appliance to work harder. If installed next to a source of heat
     or freezer, maintain the following minimum side clearances:
        From Cookers                 50 mm (2)
        From Radiators            300 mm (12)
        From Freezers                25 mm (1)
A special receptacle is supplied to store the mains plug during transit.The receptacle is fixed at the back of the
cabinet, on the side of the compressor.
(See diagram) Gently remove the plugfrom the receptacle. Never pull themains cord, you may damage the
appliance. In the case of transportation,
ensure you locate the plug in the receptacleprovided to avoid transit damage.
5. Refer to cleaning and care section to prepare your appliance for use.
6.
DEFROST WATER
COLLECTION CHANNEL
EGG TRAY
SALAD
CRISPER
CABINET SHELVES
THERMOSTAT KNOBINTERIOR LIGHT
WINE RACK
SELF
CLOSING HINGES
This fridge freezer has been designed to operate in ambient temperatures between +5 and +32 degrees C (41 and 90 degrees F) Therefore if the
appliance is installed in an unheated/cold room (eg: conservatory/annex/
shed/garage etc) then the appliance will not operate causing the freezer
compartment to run warmer and as a result the storage time of  frozen food
may be reduced.
DOOR
SHELF
BOTTLESHELF
FROZEN FOOD
COMPARTMENTS
FAST FREEZE
COMPARTMENT
ICE TRAY
 
						

							SUGGESTED ARRANGEMENT OF FOOD IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER Arrangement Examples (See diagram)  1. Baked, chilled cooked food,
      dairy products, cans.
  2. Wine  3. Meat, sausages, cold cuts.  4. Fruit, vegetables, salads.  5. Frozen food and      freezing of fresh food.  6. Frozen food.
  7. Butter, cheese.
  8. Small bottles, cans, tubes.  9. Eggs.
 10. Tall, large bottles, beverages.TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENT
Operating temperatures are controlled by the thermostat knob (see diagram) located 
on the ceiling of fridge compartment. Settings may be made from 1 to 5, 5 being
the coldest position.
When the appliance is switched on for the first time, the thermostat should be
adjusted so that after 24 hours, the average fridge temperature is no higher than
+5°C (+41°F). We recommend you set the thermostat half way between the 1 and
5 setting and monitor to obtain the desired temperature i. e. towards 5 you will
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The following guidelines and recommendations are suggested to obtain the best results and storage hygiene.
  1. The fridge compartment is for the short term storage of fresh food and drinks.
  2. The freezer compartment is 
 rated and suitable for the freezing and
      storage of pre frozen food. The recommendation  for 
 storage as
      stated on the food packaging should be observed at all times.
  3. Cooked dishes must be stored in airtight covered containers.
  4. Fresh wrapped produce can be placed on the shelf. Fresh fruit and      vegetables should be cleaned and stored in the crisper bins.  5. Bottles can be placed in the door section.
  6. To store raw meat, wrap in polythene bags and place on the lowest shelf. Do
      not allow to come into contact with cooked food to avoid contamination. For
      safety, only store raw meat for two to three days.
  7. Keep the food packed wrapped or covered. Allow hot food and beverages to
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SUGGESTED ARRANGEMENT OF FOOD IN THE FRIDGE/FREEZER Arrangement Examples (See diagram)  1. Baked, chilled cooked food,
      dairy products, cans.
  2. Wine  3. Meat, sausages, cold cuts.  4. Fruit, vegetables, salads.  5. Frozen food and      freezing of fresh food.  6. Frozen food.
  7. Butter, cheese.
  8. Small bottles, cans, tubes.  9. Eggs.
 10. Tall, large bottles, beverages.
 
						

							STORING FROZEN FOOD
Prepacked commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturers instructions for a 
 frozen food storage
compartment.
To ensure that the high quality achieved by the frozen food manufacturer and the
food retailer is maintained, the following should be remembered:1. Put packets in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchase.2. Ensure that contents are labelled and dated.3. Do not exceed Use By, Best Before dates on the packaging.
If there is a power failure do not open the door. Frozen food should not be
affected if the failure lasts for less than 13 hrs. If the failure is longer, then the
food should be checked and either eaten immediately or cooked and then re-frozen.
MAKING ICE CUBES
Fill the ice - cube tray 3/4 full with water. Loosen frozen trays with the handle of a spoon, never use sharp edged objects such as knives, forks.
Note: If freshly made ice cubes are not consumed for several weeks, they will
slowly reduce in size and eventually disappear completely.
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STARTING
Final Check 
Before you start using the fridge/freezer check that:
1. The interior is dry and air can circulate freely at the rear of the cabinet.2. Clean the interior as recommended under CLEANING AND CARE.3. Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity supply.
    • When the door is open the fridge interior light will come on.4. You will hear a noise as the compressor starts up. The liquid and gases sealed
    within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, whether the
    compressor is running or not which is quite normal.5. Set the thermostat knob half way between 1 and 5.6. Front edges of the cabinet may feel warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be
    warm to avoid condensation.
7. Do not load the appliance immediately it is switched on. Wait until the
    correct storage temperature has been reached. We recommend that you check the  temperature with an accurate thermometer (see; Temperature Control and Adjustment)
FREEZING FRESH FOOD
Please observe the following instructions to obtain the best results.
Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one time. The quality of the food is best
preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible.
Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your appliance in 24 h which is 3.5 kg (7.9 lb)
Placing warm food into the freezer compartment causes the refrigeration compressor to
operate continuously until the food is frozen solid. This can temporarily lead to excessive
cooling of the refrigeration compartment.
You may place fresh food to be frozen in any part of the freezer.
Take special care not to mix already frozen food and fresh food.
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							DEFROSTING
A) FRIDGE COMPARTMENT 
The fridge compartment defrosts
automatically. The defrosting water runs
to the drain tube via a collectioncontainer at the back of the appliance (1).(see diagram)
During defrosting water droplets may form
at the back of the fridge compartment
where concealed evaporator is located.Some droplets may remain on the liner andrefreeze when defrosting is completed. DoCLEANING AND CARE 
** We recommend that you switch off the appliance at the socket outlet and pull     out the mains plug before cleaning. ** Never use any sharp abrasive instrument, soap, household cleaner, detergent     and wax polish for cleaning. 
** Use luke warm water to clean the cabinet of the appliance and wipe it dry.
** Use a damp cloth wrung out in a solution of one teaspoon of bicarbonate of     soda to one pint of water to clean the interior and wipe it dry. ** Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing.
** Excess deposits of ice should be removed on a regular basis with the handle of 
    a spoon. Large accumulation of ice will impair the performance of the
    appliance. ** If the appliance is not going to be used for a long period of time switch it off, 
    remove all food, clean it and leave the door ajar. ** Check door seals regularly to ensure they are clean and free from food 
    particles. ** Removal of door tray 
       • To remove door racks, remove all the contents and then simply push the        door rack upwards from the base. 
** To remove a freezer drawer, pull it as far as possible, and then tilt it upwards, 
     and then pull it out completely.
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Warnings!
The fan inside the freezer compartment circulates cold air. Never insert
any object through the guard. Do not allow children to play withthe freezer fan. Never store products that contain inflammable propellant gas
(eg dispensers, spray cans etc.) or explosive substances. Don’t cover the shelves with any protective materials, which may obstruct
air circulation. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls.
Do not obstruct the freezer fan guard to ensure that you
obtain the best possible performance from your appliance.
The freezer compartment defrosts automatically.
Drain Tube
Defrost 
Water
Collection
Freezer fan
 
						

							REPLACING THE INTERIOR LIGHT BULB (See diagram)
Should the light fail to work, proceed as follows. 
1. Switch off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug.
• You may find it useful to remove shelves for easy access.
2. Use a flat tipped screwdriver to remove the light diffuser cover by inserting the
blade in each of the two recesses to prise off each side.
3. First check that the bulb  hasn’t worked loose by ensuring it is screwed securely
in the holder. Replace the plug and switch on. If the bulb works, replace the light
cover by inserting the rear lug and pushing up to locate the front two lugs.
4. If the light still fails to work, switch off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains
plug. Replace the bulb with a new 15 watt (max) screw cap (SES) bulb.
5. Carefully dispose of the burnt-out light bulb immediately.
Replacement light bulb can easily be obtained from a good local electrical or DIYstore.DOS AND DONTS Do-     Clean and defrost your appliance regularly (See Defrosting)
Do-     Keep raw meat and poultry below cooked food and dairy products.
Do-     Take off any unusable leaves on vegetables and wipe off any soil.
Do-     Leave lettuce, cabbage, parsley and cauliflower on the stem.
Do-     Wrap cheese firstly in greaseproof paper and then in a polythene bag
          excluding as much air as possible. For best results take out of the fridge
          compartment an hour before eating.
Do-     Wrap raw meat and poultry loosely in polythene or aluminium foil. This
           prevents drying.
Do-     Wrap fish and offal in polythene bags.
Do-     Wrap food which have a strong odour or can dry out in polythene bags,
           aluminium foil or place in an airtight container.
Do-     Wrap bread well to keep it fresh.
Do-     Chill white wines, beer, lager and mineral water before serving.
Do-     Check contents of the freezer every so often.
Do-     Keep food for as short a time as possible and adhere to Best Before,
          Use by etc. dates.Do-     Store commercially frozen food in accordance with the instructions given
          on the packets that you buy.
Do-     Always choose high quality fresh food and be sure it is thoroughly clean          before you freeze it.
Do-     Prepare fresh food for freezing in small portions to ensure rapid freezing.
Do-     Wrap all food in aluminium foil or freezer quality polythene bags and
          make sure any air is excluded.
Do-     Wrap frozen food when you buy it and put it in to the freezer as soon as
          possible.
Do-     Defrost food in the fridge compartment.
Do-     Remove ice cream from the freezer 10-20 minutes before serving.
Dont- Store bananas in your fridge compartment.
Dont- Store melon in your fridge. It can be chilled for short periods as long as it
          is wrapped to avoid it flavouring other food.Dont- Store poisonous or any dangerous substances in your appliance.          It has been designed for the storage of edible foodstuffs only.
Dont- Consume food which has been stored for an excessive time in the fridge.Dont- Store cooked and fresh food together in the same container. They should
          be packaged and stored seperately.
Dont- Let defrosting food or food juices drip onto food.Dont- Leave the door open for long periods as this will make the appliance more
          costly to run and cause excessive ice formation.
Dont- Use pointed sharp edged objects such as knives, forks to remove the ice.Dont- Put hot food into the appliance. Let it cool down first.Dont- Put liquid-filled bottles or sealed cans containing carbonated liquids into          the freezer as they may burst.Dont- Exceed the maximum freezing loads (3.5 kg in any 24 hours) when          freezing fresh food.Dont- Give children ice-cream and water ices direct from the freezer. The low
          temperature may cause freezer burns on lips.
Dont- Freeze fizzy drinks.
Dont- Try to keep frozen food which has thawed, it should be eaten within
          24 hours or cooked and refrozen.Dont- Remove items from the freezer with wet hands.
Dont- Close the freezer door before placing the compartment cover in its place.
Don’t- Leave frozen food at room temperature to thaw; the best way to defrost food is to put it in the fridge to thaw slowly. Make sure you avoid defrosting
food or food juices drip onto other food.
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ENERGY SAVING TIPS 1- Ensure your appliance is installed in a well ventilated area. If the ambient     temperature is low (but in no case lower than 5 degrees C), then the energy     saving will be more. In this case, check temperatures of fridge and freezer 
    compartments with an accurate thermometer and lower the thermostat setting 
    (towards 1) if necessary. 2- Ensure the time between buying chilled/frozen food and placing them in your 
    appliance is kept at minimum, particularly in summer. We recommend you use 
    a cool bag or a special carrier bag to carry frozen food. 3- Do not leave the door (s) of your appliance open longer than necessary and     ensure they are closed properly after each opening. 4- Defrost your appliance regularly (see Defrosting)5- Defrost frozen food in the fridge compartment, so that frozen food acts as an     ice pack to assist cooling in the fridge. 
PROBLEM SOLVING If the appliance does not operate when switched on, check whether:
• The plug is inserted properly in the socket and that the power supply is on. (To    check the power supply to the socket, plug in another appliance) • The fuse has blown/circuit breaker has tripped/main distribution switch has 
   been turned off. 
• The temperature control has been set correctly. • New plug is wired correctly if you have changed the fitted moulded plug.If the appliance is still not operating after the above checks, please refer to the 
section on “How To Obtain Service”. Please ensure that above checks have been made as a charge will be made if no fault is found.                  15
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