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Open the refrigerator door and remove the items inside.
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Remove the top hinge cover (2).
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Remove the two screws (3) that connect the top hinge to the panel, and then remove the
top hinge (4).
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Lift the door carefully and place it on a padded surface so as not to scratch it.
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Remove the hole covers (1) and place them on the opposite side of the door opening. Make
sure you push it all the way in.
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Remove the two screws (6) which secure the top hinge (6).
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Remove the bottom hinge(5).
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Remove the front foot (7) before making the change and transfer it to the other side of the
refrigerator.
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Install the bottom hinge (5) on the lower opposite side of the appliance. Tighten the screws(6).
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Replace the door by inserting the lower hinge pivot into the hole at the bottom of the door.
Close the door.
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Install the top hinge (4) on the other side using the screws (3). Make sure that the door pivot
enters the top hinge hole. Only tighten the screws when the door is level.
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Replace the hinge cover (2).
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
For reasons of hygiene, the inside of the appliance and the accessories must be cleaned
regularly.
d
efRosting
Unplug the appliance from the power point before defrosting.
To defrost the appliance :
- Choose a time when your appliance is not full.
- Pack your food in a bag and keep it cool (ideally, transfer it to another refrigerator).
- Leave the refrigerator door open.
- To speed up the defrosting process, you can place a container filled with hot water in the
compartment and close the door.
- Once defrosting is complete, empty the drip tray and clean the cavity.
WARNING: Do not use an electric heating device or any other mechanical or artificial device
to speed up the defrosting process.
- Do not use aerosol de-icers as they may be hazardous to health and/or contain substances
that could damage the plastic.
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c
leaning
Unplug the appliance from the power point before cleaning.
1.
Remove the fresh food from the refrigerator. Wrap food in several layers of newspaper, cover
it and store it in a cool place (ideally, transfer it to another refrigerator).
2.
Clean the appliance and accessories inside with a soft sponge and soapy, lukewarm water.
3.
After cleaning, rinse with clean water and dry the parts thoroughly.
4.
Once everything is dry, the appliance can be turned back on.
Keep the door seals clean at all times.
Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could build up in electrical
components, leading to a risk of electric shock! Hot steam can damage plastic parts.
The appliance must be dry before being switched back on.
IMPORTANT: Volatile oils and organic solvents can damage the plastic parts. This applies to
lemon juice or juice from orange peels, butyric acid, and cleaning products containing acetic
acid. Do not substances of this type come into contact with the parts of the appliance.
- Do not clean the appliance using abrasive products.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The refrigerator isn't working
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Check for a power failure.
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Check whether the plug is connected to the mains.
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Check the condition of the protection fuse.
The refrigerator is getting too cold
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The thermostat may be set to a value that is too high.
The refrigerator is not getting cold enough
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The food may be packed in too tightly and blocking the proper circulation of cold air.
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You may have put hot food or a large amount of food in the refrigerator.
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The door may not be closed properly.
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The door's seals may be damaged.
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The refrigerator may not be properly ventilated.
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The space between the refrigerator and the side walls or above it may be insufficient.
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The thermostat may not be set correctly.
You hear the sound of running water
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That's the sound of the refrigerant flowing. It is not a malfunction.
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