Beko BLSA16040SN Range Refrigerator Instructions Manual

Beko BLSA16040SN Range Refrigerator

Safety Instructions

• This section includes the safety instructions necessary to prevent the risk of personal injury or material damage.
• Our company shall not be held responsible for damages that may occur if these instructions are not observed.
• Always have installation and repair operations performed by the manufacturer, authorized service, or a person who will be described by the importer company.
• Use original spare parts and accessories only.
• Do not repair or replace any component of the product unless it is specified in the user manual.
• Do not perform any modifications on the product

Important Safety Symbols

Intention of Use

• This product is not suitable for commercial use and should not be used for a purpose other than its intended use.
• This product is intended for operating interiors, such as households or similar. For example, in the staff kitchens of the stores, offices, and other working environments, in farm houses, in the units of hotels, motels, or other resting facilities that are used by the customers, in hostels, or similar environments, in catering services, and similar non-retail applications.
• This product shall not be used in open or enclosed external environments such as vessels, camper vans, balconies, or terraces. Exposing the product to rain, snow, sunlight, and wind may cause a risk of fire.

Safety of Children, Vulnerable Persons, and Pets

• This product may be used by children aged 8 years and older and persons with underdeveloped physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, ora lack of experience and knowledge, if they are being supervised or have been given instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and the hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years are allowed to put and take out food/from the cooler product.
• Children and pets must not play with, climb on, or get inside the product.
• Children and pets must be kept away from the cabin area (compressor) where electrical parts are located.
• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children unless there is someone overseeing them.
• Keep the packaging materials away from children. Risk of injury and suffocation.
• If there is a lock available on the product’s door, keep the key out of children’s reach.

Electrical Safety

• The product shall not be plugged into the outlet during installation, maintenance, cleaning, repair, or transportation operations.
• If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the person sent by the manufacturer, authorized service provider, or the importer to prevent any potential danger.
• Do not tuck the power cable under the product or to the rear of the product. Do not put heavy items on the power cable. The power cable should not be bent, crushed, or come into contact with any heat source.
• Use an original cable only. Do not use cut or damaged cables.
• Do not use an extension cord, multi-plug, or adaptor to operate your product.
• Portable multi-plugs or portable power supplies may overheat and cause a fire. Thus, do not have a multi-plug, portable power source behind or in the vicinity of the product.
• Before plugging the product into the power source, please remove the power cable from the condenser hook (if available) during the installation.
• The user should not be able to reach the electrical parts after installation.

Handling Safety

• Make sure to unplug the appliance before carrying the product.
• This product is heavy; do not handle it by yourself. Injuries may occur if the product falls on you. Do not bump into places or drop the product while transporting it.
• Always close the doors and do not hold the product by its doors while transporting it.
• Be careful not to damage the cooling system and the pipes while handling the product. Do not operate the product if the pipes are damaged, and contact an authorized service.

Installation Safety

• To prepare the product for use, see the information in the user and installation manual, and make sure the electric and water utilities are as required. If not, call a qualified electrician nd plumber to arrange the utilities as necessary.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
• Before starting the installation,  switch off the fuse to de-energise the power line to which the product is connected.
• The product should be installed by two or more people. Use protective gloves while removing the product from the packaging and during installation.
• This product is designed for use at a maximum altitude of 2000 metres above sea level.
• Keep children away from the installation area.
• Check for any damage on the product before installing it. Do ot have the product installed if it’s damaged?
• Always use personal protective equipment (gloves, etc.) during product installation, maintenance, and repair. Risk of injury.
• Do not install or leave the product in places where it may be exposed to external ambient temperatures.
• Place the product on a clean, level, and hard surface and balance it with the adjustable legs (by rotating the front feet to the right or left). Otherwise, the refrigerator may tip over and cause injuries.

Operational Safety

• Do not ever use chemical solvents on the product. These materials contain an explosion risk.
• In case of a failure of the product, unplug it (or de-energise the fuse to which it is connected), and do not operate until it is repaired by the authorized service. There is a risk of electric shock!
• Do not place flames (lighted candle, cigarette, etc.) or heat sources (iron, hob, oven, etc.) on or near the product. Do not place flammable/explosive materials near the product…
• Do not get on the product. Risk of falling and injury!
• Do not cause damage to the pipes of the cooling system using sharp and piercing tools. The refrigerant that sprays out in case of puncturing the gas pipes, pipe extensions, or upper surface coatings may irritate the skin and cause injury to the eyes. Do not intervene in or damage the coolant circuit. Risk of explosion.

Your Refrigerator

1. Egg holder
2. Bottle Shelf
3. Crisper
4. Defrost Water Collection Channel
5. Door Shelf
6. Bottle Holder
7. Stands
8. Crisper Glass Shelf
9. Adjustable Shelf
10. Interior Lighting And Thermostat Knob

Optional: Figures in this user manual are schematic and may not exactly match your product. If your product does not comprise the relevant parts, the information pertains to other models.

Installation

 Right Place For Installation

Contact the Authorized Service for the product’s installation. To prepare the product for installation, see the information in the user manual and make sure the electric and water utilities are as required. If not, call an electrician and plumber to arrange the utilities as necessary.

• Place the product on a flat surface to avoid vibration
• Place the product at least 30 cm away from the heater, stove, and similar sources of heat and at least 5 cm away from electric ovens.
• When placing two coolers in adjacent positions, leave at least 4 cm distance between the two units.
• Keep the product out of direct sunlight and in a dry place.
• Check if the rear wall clearance protection component is present at its location (if provided with the product).

Hot Surface Warning

The side walls of your product are equipped with cooler pipes to enhance the cooling system. High-pressure fluid may flow through these surfaces and cause hot surfaces on the side walls. This is normal, and it does not require servicing.

Preparation

What To Do For Energy Saving

• When loading the food, leave enough space inside the refrigerator to allow sufficient air circulation for cooling.
• Since hot and humid air will not directly penetrate into your product when the doors are not opened, your product will optimize itself in conditions sufficient to protect your food. Under these circumstances, functions and components such as compressor, fan, heater, defrost, lighting, display, and so on will operate according to the needs by consuming minimum energy.
• In case that multiple options are present, glass shelves must be placed so that the air outlets at the rear wall are not blocked and preferably, in a way that air outlets remain below the glass shelf. This combination may help improve air distribution and energy efficiency.
• Store food in the cooler or chill compartment according to proper storage conditions to save energy.

First Use

Before using your product, make sure the necessary preparations are made in line with the instructions in the “Safety Instructions” and “Installation” sections.

• Wait for at least 2 hours before operating the product to ensure the complete efficiency of refrigeration.
• Keep the product running without placing any food inside for 6 hours, and the product door should be kept as closed as possible.
• The temperature change caused by opening and closing the door while using the product may normally lead to condensation on the door/body shelves and glassware placed in the product.
• A sound will be heard when the compressor is engaged. It is normal for the product to make noise even if the compressor is not running, as fluid and gas may be compressed in the cooling system.
• It is normal for the front edges of the product to be warm. These areas are designed to warm up to prevent condensation..
• For some models, the indicator panel turns off automatically 1 minute after the door closes. It will be reactivated when the door is opened or any button is pressed.

Use of Your Appliance

Setting the Operating Temperature

The operating temperature is set by the temperature control.

1=Lowest cooling setting (Warmest setting) 5=Highest cooling setting (Coldest setting) or Min. = Lowest cooling setting (Warmest setting) Max. = Highest cooling setting (Coldest setting) The average temperature inside the cooler compartment should be around +5°C. Please select a setting based on the desired temperature.

Please note that there will be different temperatures in the cooling area. The coldest zone is just above the crisper. The internal temperature also depends on the ambient temperature, the frequency with which the door is opened, and the amount of food stored inside.

Frequent opening of the door causes the internal temperature to rise. It is therefore recommended to close the door as soon as possible after use.

Use of interior compartments

Movable shelves: The distance between the shelves can be adjusted as required. Vegetable drawer: In this compartment, vegetables and fruit can be stored for a long time without spoiling. Bottle shelf: Bottles, yes, and cans can be placed on these shelves.

Food storage

The refrigerator compartment is intended for short-term storage of fresh food and drinks. Store dairy products in the designated compartment of the refrigerator.

Bottles can be stored in the bottle holder or on the bottle shelf in the door. Raw meat is best stored in a polyethylene bag in the lowest compartment of the refrigerator. Allow hot food and drinks to cool to room temperature before placing them in the refrigerator.

Caution:
Store concentrated alcohol only upright and tightly closed. Do not store explosive substances or containers with flammable propellants (cans, spray cans, etc.) in the unit. Risk of explosion.

Defrosting

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is done automatically. The defrosted water flows through the drain channel into a collection container at the back of the appliance. During defrosting, water drops form at the back of the refrigerator due to the evaporator.

If the drops do not all flow downwards, they may freeze again after defrosting. Clean them with a cloth soaked in warm water, but never with a hard or sharp object.

Do not place your hands, feet, or metal objects under the refrigerator or between the refrigerator and the floor for whatsoever reason. Jamming may occur, or any sharp edge may cause personal injuries.

Troubleshooting

Read the “Safety Instructions” first! Check this list before contacting the service. Doing so will save you time and money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not related to faulty workmanship or materials. Certain features mentioned herein may not apply to your product.

• To clean all removable components during the cleaning of the interior surface of
  the product, wash these components with a mild solution consisting of soap, water, and carbonate. Wash and dry thoroughly. Prevent contact of water with illumination components and the control panel.
• Do not use vinegar, rubbing alcohol, or other alcohol based cleaning agents on any interior surface.  Stainless Steel External Surfaces: a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaning agent, and apply it with a soft, lint-free cloth. To polish, gently wipe the surface with a micro-fibre cloth dampened with water and use dry polishing chamois. Always follow the veins of the stainless steel. Preventing Odour: The product is manufactured free of any odorous materials. However, inappropriately storing food and improper cleaning of internal surfaces may lead to odours.
• To avoid this, clean the inside with carbonated water every 15 days.
• Keep the foods in sealed holders, as micro-organisms arising from foods kept in unsealed containers will cause bad odour.
•  Do not keep expired and spoiled foods in the refrigerator. Protecting Plastic Surfaces. Oil spilled on plastic surfaces may damage the surface and must be cleaned immediately with warm water.If the problem persists after following the instructions in this section, contact your vendor or an Authorized Service. Do not try to repair the product. The refrigerator is not working.

The interior smells bad.d

• The product is not cleaned regularly.  Clean the interior regularly using a sponge, warm water, and carbonated water.
• Certain holders and packaging materials may cause odour. >>> Use holders and packaging materials without free of odour.
• The foods were placed in unsealed holders. >>> Keep the foods in sealed holdersMicroorganismsms may spread out of unsealed food items and cause a bad odour.
•  Remove any expired or spoiled foods from the product.

The crisper is jammed

• The food items may be in contact with the upper section of the drawer. >>> Reorganize the food items in the drawer.
  Temperature on the product surface.
• High temperature may be observed between two doors, on the side panels, and in the rear grill area while your product is operating. This is normal, and it does not require servicing. The fan continues to operate when the door is opened.
  
• Fan may continue to operate when theThe freezer door is open. If the problem persists after following the instructions in this section, contact your vendor or an Authorized Service. Do not try to repair the product. This is normal.

DISCLAIMER

• Some (simple) failures can be adequately handled by the end-user without any safety issue or unsafe use arising, provided that they are carried out within the limits and by the following instructions (see the “Self-Repair” section).
• Therefore, unless otherwise authorized in the “Self-Repair” section below, repairs shall be addressed to registered professional repairers to avoid safety issues.
• A registered Professional repairer is a professional repairer who has been granted access to the instructions and spare parts list of this product by the manufacturer according to the methods described in legislative acts pursuant to Directive 2009/125/ EC.
• However, only the service agent (authorized professional repairers) that you can reach through the phone number given in the user manual/warranty card or through your authorized dealer may provide service under the guarantee terms.
• Therefore, please be advised that repairs by professional repairers (who are not authorized by us) shall void the guarantee. Self-repair can be done by the end-user with regard exclusively to the following spare parts: door handles, door hinges, trays, baskets, and door gaskets (an updated list is also available as of 1st March 2021).
• Moreover, to ensure product safety and to prevent the risk of serious injury, the mentioned self-repair shall be done following the instructions in the user manual or those that are available. For your safety, unplug the product before attempting any self-repair.
• Repair and repair attempts by end-users for parts not included in such a list and/or not following the instructions in the user manuals for self-repair or which are available in, might give rise to safety issues not attributable to, and will void the warranty of the product.