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Instructions for installation and use



To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend:
- use only the  MANUFACTURER Service
- use only ORIGINAL Spare Parts
 
						

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ATTENTION
Read your handbook carefully since it contains instructions
which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of
your appliance.
Your Indesit Fridge Freezer is built to International standards
(EN60) and has been awarded the European approval mark
(IMQ) for compliance to UK electrical safety requirements. It
also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimina-
tion of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89).
1. This appliance is designed to be used indoors and under
no circumstances should it be installed outside.
2. The appliance should be used only by adults exclusively
for storing foodstuffs in compliance with the instructions
provided in the handbook.  Under no circumstances should
children be allowed to operate, or tamper with, this prod-
uct.
3. For electrical safety, do not attempt to operate this appli-
ance with wet hands or feet.
4. Do not operate this appliance connected to an extension
lead.  If a longer supply cable is required, this must be re-
placed with one of the same specifications in compliance
with the current electrical regulations.  This operation should
be carried out by a qualified person.  Ensure that the cable is
not trapped or damaged during the installation.
5. Never pull the cable or the appliance to remove the plug
from the socket.
6. Do not touch the internal cooling elements, especially ifyour hands are wet, since you could burn or hurt yourself.
Do not eat ice cubes straight out of the freezer.
7. Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from
the electricity (by pulling out the plug orturning off the gen-
eral switch in your home); it is not sufficient to place the
temperature regulation knob on 
 to cut off the power.
8. Before disposing of your old appliance, remember to break
or remove the lock as a safety measure to protect children
who might lock themselves inside the appliance when play-
ing.
9. If your appliance is not operating properly, before calling
your after-sales service read the chapter on “Trouble Shoot-
ing” which might help you resolve the problem. Do not at-
tempt to repair the fault by intervening on the internal com-
ponents.
10. If damaged, the power supply cord on this appliance
must necessarily be replaced by our service centre because
special tools are required for replacement.
11. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment
for food storage, if these are not those recommended by
the manufacturer.
12. At the end of the functional life of your appliance –
containing cyclopentane gas in the insulation foam and
perhaps gas R600a (isobutane) in the refrigeration circuit –
the latter should made safe before being sent to the dump.
For this operation, please contact your dealer or the Local
Organisation in charge of waste disposal.
with a standard earthing wire in accordance with safety
standards for 46/90 systems. If the socket is not fitted with
an earthing wire, the manufacturer will not be held liability
for any damages and or injuries arising out of the use of the
appliance. Do not use multiple sockets or adapters. Posi-
tion the appliance in such a way that you can access
the socket where it is plugged in.
Insufficient power?
The electrical socket must be able to handle the maximum
power load of the appliance, which is indicated on the rat-
ing plate located at the bottom left next to the vegetable
crisper.
Before making the electrical connection ...
After the appliance has been delivered, place it in the vertical
upright position and wait at least 3 hours before inserting
the plug into the socket in order to ensure that it functions
properly.
Safety a good habit to get into
Installation
To ensure that the appliance operates properly and to
reduce energy consumption, it is important that the
appliance is installed correctly.
Ventilation
The compressor and condenser generate heat and, there-
fore, need to be ventilated properly. Rooms with less than
perfect ventilation are not very suited for installation of the
appliance. Therefore, it should be installed in a room with
an opening (window or French window) that provide the
appropriate amount of air re-circulation. It is also important
that the room not be too humid.
During installation, make sure not to cover or obstruct the
grates that allow for proper ventilation of the appliance.
Away from Heat
Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly
exposed to sunlight or near an oven, cook top or the like.
Electrical Connection and Earthing
Before proceeding with the electrical connection, make sure
that the voltage indicated on the rating plate, located at the
bottom left near the vegetable crisper, corresponds to the
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Electrical connection
Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused plug that
can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use. Before
using the appliance please read the instructions below.
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED
OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Replacing the fuse:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA approved fuse
to BS 1362 should always be used, and the fuse cover re-
fitted. If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used
until a replacement is obtained.
Replacement fuse covers:
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the correct
colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the colour that
is embossed in words on the base of the plug. Replacements
can be obtained directly from your nearest Service Depot.
Removing the plug:
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and
you should wish to remove it to add a cable extension or to
re-route the mains cable through partitions, units etc., please
ensure that either:
- the plug is replaced by a fused 13 amp re-wireable plug
bearing the BSI mark of approval
or:
- the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable outlet,
controlled by a switch, (in compliance with BS 5733) which
is accessible without moving the appliance.
Disposing of the plug:
Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you make
the pins unusable so that it cannot be accidentally inserted
into a socket. Instructions for connecting cable to an
alternative plug:
Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green & Yellow- Earth
Blue- Neutral
Brown- LiveAs the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked “E” or
 or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked “L” or coloured
Red.
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked “N” or coloured Black.
If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted with a 13
amp fuse. A 15 amp plug must be protected by a 15 amp
fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the distribution board.
If you are in any doubt about the electrical supply to your
machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.
How to connect an alternative plug:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
BLUE “NEUTRAL” (“N”)
BROWN “LIVE” (“L”)
GREEN AND YELLOW “EARTH” (“E”)
GREEN &
YELLOW
BROWN
BLUE13 ampere fuse
CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP
Disposing of the appliance:
When disposing of the appliance please remove the plug by
cutting the mains cable as close as possible to the plug body
and dispose of it as described above.
   
						

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A closer look
Door Shelf with Egg Compartment
Tiltable Door Shelf for Food Products
Sliding Bottle Divider
Door Shelf for Holding Bottles
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Drain for Defrost Water
Removable, Height-adjustable Shelves
Internal Light Button
Ice Unit Compartment
Temperature regulation knob
Use this knob to regulate the temperature of the refrig-
erator. The following settings are available:
  refrigerator OFF;
1   minimum cold temperature;
5   maximum cold temperature
You can position the knob on any of the settings from 1 - 5
as required. Remember that you can turn off your refrigera-
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ATTENTION
After transport stand the appliance upright and wait
at least 3 hours before plugging the appliance into the
mains to ensure proper performance.
Use these average temperature settings to ensure op-
timum performance and to save energy.Before storing food in your refrigerator wipe the interior with
a solution of warm water and bicarbonate of soda.
After having plugged the appliance into the socket, make
sure that the refrigerator light has turned on. Then turn the
thermostat knob “A” to setting “3”. After a couple of hours,
you can place fresh food into the refrigerator.
Fill the ice trays and place them in the compartment “K”.
Setting up Your Appliance
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What Not to Store in the Refrigerator
Garlic (transmits odour), onions and leeks.
Bananas (they will turn black).
Citrus fruits.
Potatoes and root vegetables (store in dark, dry places).- Air in the refrigerator circulates naturally so that colder,
heavier air tends to descend towards the bottom. This is
why meat and fish should be stored just above the crisper.
- Remember to follow our instructions on the storage life of
foods:  If not stored correctly, even the freshest food will
deteriorate quite quickly.
- Contrary to popular belief, cooked foods do not keep longer
than fresh food.
- Do not store liquids in unsealed containers since this will
increase the humidity and lead to the formation of frost in
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Energy Saving Tips
- Install the Appliance Correctly
This means that the appliance should be installed away from
heat sources or direct sunlight in a well ventilated room.
- Correct Temperature Settings
Set the refrigerator temperature knob to one of the middle
settings. Very cold temperature settings will not only con-
sume a great deal of energy but will neither improve nor
lengthen the storage life of the food. Excessively cold tem-
peratures may ruin vegetables, cold cuts and cheese.
- Do Not Overfill Your Appliance
Remember that proper storage of food requires good air
circulation. Overfilling your appliance will hamper proper air
circulation and overwork the compressor.
- Keep the Door Closed
Open the refrigerator only when necessary; remember that
every time you open the door most of the cold air will be
lost. To bring the temperature back to the proper level, the
motor must run for a considerable amount of time, con-
suming a substantial amount of energy.
- Check the Seal on the Door
Keep the seal clean and soft so that it fits tightly against the
door to ensure that no cold air is lost.
- Never Put Food in the Refrigeror while Still
Hot
A container of hot food in the refrigerator will increase the
temperature significantly; allow food to cool to room tem-
perature before storing.
Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance
from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning
off the general switch in your home).
Defrosting
WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
Do not use mechanical devices or other tools to speed
up the defrosting process, unless they have been rec-
ommended by the manufacturer.
Models without an Ice Unit
The evaporator defrosts automatically during operation; the
defrost water drips into the drain, is collected in a special
tray and then evaporates.
Clean the defrost water drain hole periodically (see fig. 1) to
prevent water from collecting on the bottom of the refrig-
erator instead of flowing out.
Models with an Ice Unit
It is advisable now and then to remove the frost which forms
on the evaporator.
Take care to not use sharp objects for this purpose since
they could pierce the refrigeration circuit and permanently
damage the appliance.
Proper cleaning is very important in order to guarantee that
the refrigerator operates efficiently and does not consume
excess energy needlessly.
To defrost the evaporator completely, turn the thermostat
knob to “
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the special tray.
When finished, dry the tray and put it back in place.
To start the appliance again, turn the thermostat knob to
the appropriate setting.
Fig. 2 Fig. 1
Cleaning and Maintenance
- Your appliance is manufactured with hygienic, odourless
materials. To preserve these characteristics, always use sealed
containers to store foods in order to prevent spills, stains
and the formation of difficult to remove odours.
- Only use a water and bicarbonate solution to clean the
applianc. Clean the internal and exterior of your appliance
with a sponge soaked in a warm water and sodium bicarbo-
nate solution, which is also a good disinfectant. If you do
not have any sodium bicarbonate at home, use a neutral
soap.
- What not to use: Do not use abrasive detergents, bleach
or detergents containing ammonia.  Never use solvent based
products.
- All removable parts can be cleaned by soaking them in hot
soapy water or detergent. Remember to dry them thoroughly
before replacing them.
- Discontinued use of the appliance: If the appliance is not in
use for any length of time, remember to clean the interior
and dry thoroughly, leaving the door open to prevent the
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formation of odours and mould.
- Replacing the light bulb. The bulb for lighting the interior
of the appliance is located at the back of the thermostat
box. Unscrew the  burned out bulb and replace it with an-
other bulb with a wattage no higher than 15 Watt, follow
the instructions illustrated in fig. 3.
Before  carrying out this operation, disconnect the appli-
ance from the electricity (to do so, turn off the general switch
in the house or remove the plug for the appliance from the
socket).
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Fig. 3
The Refrigerator does not Work
Check that:
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• The mains switch in your home is on.
The Appliance does not Refrigerate Properly
Check that:
• •• •
• The door is shut properly and that the door seal is not
damaged;
• •• •
• The thermostat temperature knob is on the correct setting;
• •• •
• The refrigerator has not been overfilled.
Food in the Refrigerator is too Cold
Check that:
• •• •
• The thermostat knob is on the correct setting.
The Motor Runs Continuously
Check whether:
• •• •
• The door is not closed properly or has been left open;
• •• •
• The room temperature is not too high.
The Appliance is Noisy
Check whether:
• •• •
• The appliance is perfectly level;
• •• •
• The appliance has been installed between cabinets or other
objects that vibrate or make noise.
There is Water on the Bottom of the Refrigerator
Check whether:
• •• •
• The defrost drain is clogged.
Remember that the refrigerant in the cooling circuit causes
a slight bubbling sound, even when the compressor is not
running (this is quite normal).
Trouble Shooting
If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or
the problem persists, call the nearest Service Centre and in-
form them of: the type of problem, the abbreviation of the
model  name (Mod.) and the relative numbers (S/N) written
on the rating plate located at the bottom left next to the
vegetable crisper (see examples in the figures below).
Never call on unauthorized technicians and always
refuse spare parts which are not originals.
Mod.RG 2330TICod.93139180000       S/N  704211801
220 - 240 V- 50 Hz 150  W
WFuse
A
Max  15 w
Total
Gross
Bruto
Brut
Compr.
Kompr. Syst.R  134 a
kg  0,090Gross
Bruto
Brut
340Net
Util
UtileGross
Bruto
BrutFreez.    Capac
Poder de Cong75
Made in Italy   13918Test
P.S-I.Pressure
HIGH-235
LOW  140kg/24 h   
4,0 Class
Clase  
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