Instructions for Installation and Use
Fridge Freezer
Model CM31GI
To the Installer
Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of this booklet.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
To the User
You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance
and then retain them for future reference.
PRODUCT SAFETY
ATTENTION
8. Never clean the appliance or perform maintenance without
Read your manual carefully since it contains instructions
which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of
your appliance.
first disconnecting it from the electrical mains. Turning the
thermostat knob to the
setting does not suffice to break all
electrical contact with the mains.
Your Refrigerator is built to International safety standards
(EN60) and has been awarded the European approval mark
(IMQ) for compliance with UK electrical safety requirements.
It also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimi-
nation of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89).
9. Before having your old refrigerator picked up for disposal,
remove or make inoperable any locking devices to prevent
children who might play in or around the appliance from be-
ing locked inside.
10. Before calling for service/assistance in the case of mal-
function, consult the chapter entitled “TROUBLESHOOTING"
to determine whether it is possible to eliminate the problem.
Do not try to repair the problem by trying to access the inter-
nal components of the appliance.
1. This appliance must not be installed outdoors - not even
in an area protected by a roof. It is extremely dangerous to
leave it exposed to rain or storms.
2. It must only be used by adults and exclusively to refriger-
ate and freeze foodstuffs, following the instructions for use
contained in this manual.
3. Do not ever touch or handle the appliance with bare feet
or with wet hands or feet.
4. It is highly recommended that you do not use extension
cords or multiple socket adapters. If the refrigerator is installed
between cabinets, make sure that the cord is not bent or
dangerously pinched or compressed.
5. Never pull on the cord or the refrigerator to remove the plug
from the wall socket - this is very dangerous.
6. Never touch the cooling components within the appliance,
especially with wet hands because this could result in injury.
7. Never put ice cubes just removed from the freezer into your
mouth because they could stick to your mouth and cause
burns.
11. If damaged, the power supply cord on this appliance
must necessarily be replaced by our service centre
because special tools are required for replacement.
12. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment
for food storage, if these are not those recommended by the
manufacturer.
13. 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.
INSTALLATION
To ensure that the appliance operates properly and to re-
duce energy consumption, it is important that the appli-
ance is installed correctly.
Electrical Connection and Earthing
Before proceeding with the electrical connection, make sure
that the voltage indicated on the rating plate, located within
the freezer, corresponds to the mains voltage in your homeand
that the socket is fitted with a standard earthing wire in ac-
cordance with safety standards for 46/90 systems. If the
socket is not fitted with an earthing wire, the manufacturer will
not be held liable for any damages and/or injuries arising out
of the use of the appliance. Do not use multiple sockets or
adapters.
Ventilation
The compressor and condenser generate heat and, therefore,
need to be ventilated properly. Areas not adequately ventilated
are not suitable for this appliance. Therefore it should be
installed in a room with an opening (eg. window) that provides
the appropriate amount of air re-circulation. It is also important
that the room is not too humid.
Position the appliance in such a way that you can access
the socket where it is plugged in.
Away from Heat
Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly
exposed to sunlight or near an oven, hob or the like.
Insufficient power?
The electrical socket must be able to handle the maximum
power load of the appliance, which is indicated on the rating
plate located within the freezer.
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.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused
plug that can be plugged into a 13amp socket for
immediate use. Before using the appliance
please read the instructions below.
Fitting a new plug
IMPORTANT:
WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CODE...
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Green and Yellow
Blue
Brown
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Earth
Neutral
Live
Replacing fuse covers:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp 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.
As 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:
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Connect Green and Yellow wire to
Replacement fuse covers:
terminal marked 'E' or
Green and Yellow.
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked
'L' or coloured red or brown.
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked 'N'
or coloured Black or Blue.
or coloured
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.
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Changing the plug:
If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be
fitted with a 13amp fuse. A 15amp plug must be
protected by a 15amp fuse, either in the plug or
adaptor or at the distribution board.
Removing the plug
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded
plug and you should wish to remove it to add a
longer cable or to re-route the mains cable
through partitions, units etc. please ensure that
either:
If you are in any doubt about the electrical
supply to your machine, consult a qualified
electrician before use.
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The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re-
wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of
approval.
or
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The mains cable is wired directly into a
13amp cable outlet, controlled by a
switch (in compliance with BS 5733)
which is accessible without moving the
appliance.
CE Marking certifies that this appliance
conforms to the following EEC
directives :
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC &
93/68 EEC
Disposing of the plug
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does
not fit your socket. The cable should be cut as
close as possible to the moulded plug.
Remove the fuse.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC
WARNING:
To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the
discarded plug into a socket anywhere else.
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GET TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE
A
A
Temperature control
Compartment for storing frozen foods, freezing
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This is used to regulate the temperature in the two
compartments with the following settings:
fresh foods and making ice
The refrigerator is off;
1= minimum cold setting
5 = maximum cold setting
Fruit and vegetable drawers
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Removable height adjustable shelves
Refrigerator Light
J
Removable door shelf with egg compartment
Removable door shelves
B
C
D
E
F
A
B
C
C
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Removable shelf rail
Door shelf for large bottles with rail
Basket for storing frozen food
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D
E
H
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F
F
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GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY FOR USE
After plugging in an switching on at the socket, make sure
NOTICE
the light is on inside the refrigerator compartment.
Then turn the temperature control (A) to the 3 setting.
After a few hours, you can place fresh food inside the
refrigerator and frozen food inside the freezer.
After the appliance has been delivered, stand it in the
upright position and wait approximately 3 hours before
connecting it to the electrical outlet to guarantee that it
operates properly.
Before placing foodstuffs in the refrigerator or freezer, clean
the interior well with warm water and baking soda.
How to use the refrigerator compartment
Do not be concerned about this! The refrigerator is operating
normally.
The temperature control automatically regulates the
temperature inside the appliance
1= minimum cold temperature
5 = maximum cold temperature
It is recommended that a medium setting be used.
If the temperature control is positioned on higher settings while
the refrigerator is heavily filled and the ambient temperature
high, the appliance may run continuously, resulting in the for-
mation of frost on the back cooling area. This will lead to an
increase in energy consumption.
To avoid this situation, just turn the temperature con-
trol to a lower setting so that the appliance defrosts
automatically.
To increase the amount of space, optimize arrangement and
improve appearance, this appliance has a “cooling area”
located within the back panel of the refrigerator compartment.
When the appliance is operating, this panel may be cov-
ered with frost or droplets of water depending on whether the
compressor is operating or not.
Storing food in the Refrigerator Compartment:
Food
Storage Time
2 or 3 days
Location in Refrigerator
Wrapped meat and cleaned fish
(use cling film or pack in plastic bags).
On the shelf above the vegetable
crisper (which is the coldest area).
Fresh cheese
Eggs
3 or 4 days
1 month
On the shelf above the vegetable
crisper (which is the coldest area).
In special egg rack on door.
Butter, margarine
On any shelf.
Cooked or pre-cooked food
(packed in air-tight containers and when
cool store in refrigerator).
3 or 4 days
3 or 4 days
On any shelf.
Sausages, salami, sandwich meats in
general, fresh pasta, custards, puddings,
chocolates, cream pastries, bread, dry
pastries, red tomatoes,
On any shelf.
Bottled products, milk drinks, yoghurt.
On special door shelves.
Fruits and vegetables.
In fruit and vegetable cripser.
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)
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The rail 'D' (Fig. 2) is removable and therefore it can be
positioned on any shelf depending on your particular needs.
- The air circulates naturally, with the colder air falling be-
cause it is heavier. This is the reason why meat and cheese
should be placed above the vegetable crisper.
- Please follow our instructions carefully on maximum stor-
age time: any food, even the freshest, will not remain edible
for any extended amount of time.
Fig. 2
- Contrary to popular belief, cooked foods do not store any
longer than raw food.
- Remember to cool hot food before storing, otherwise the
temperature inside the appliance will rise, causing the com-
pressor to work harder and use more energy. Do not store
liquids in containers without covering them because this will
lead to an increase in the level of moisture within the refrigera-
tor, causing the formation of frost.
- Be careful not to place containers (plastic or glass), food or
other objects in direct contact with the cooling area of the
back wall of the refrigerator. This could harm the food, in-
crease energy consumption and facilitate the formation of
condensate (on food, containers, etc.).
- The refrigerator compartment is equipped with practical, re-
movable shelves (Fig. 1) which can be adjusted for height
using the shelf guides. This allows you to place large items
in the refrigerator. These shelves can also be tilted for
storage of opened bottled.
Fig. 1
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How to use the freezer compartment...
- In order to freeze and then thaw foods optimally, it is recom-
For the preparation of food to be frozen, please consult
a specialized manual.
mended that you divide food into small portions so that they
freeze quickly and uniformly. The packages should be clearly
marked with the content and the date they were frozen.
- Do not open the freezer door in the event of a power failure
or malfunction. This precaution will slow the rise in tempera-
ture within the compartment. If the door is not opened, frozen
and fast-frozen foods will remain in their current state for
approximately 9-14 hours.
- Do not place full bottles in the freezer: they could easily
burst because all liquids increase in volume when they freeze.
- Fill ice trays so that they are no more than 3/4 full.
-Iftheroomtemperatureremainsbelow14°Cforalongperaiod
of time the freezer will not reach the temperatures required for
storage and storage life will be shorter. In this case frozen
food should be used within a relatively short period of time.
- Food that has be thawed, even partially, must not be re-
frozen: you must cook it in order to consume it (within 24
hours) or to freeze it once again.
- When freezing fresh foods, remember that they should not
touch other previously frozen or deep frozen foods. Place
the food that you wish to freeze in the top compartment,
where the temperature will fall below -18°C, which is ideal for
freezing food properly. Remember that proper conservation
depends on the speed of freezing.
-The maximum amount of food you can freeze per day is
indicated on the rating plate situated inside the refrigerator
compartment.
- When using the appliance for the first time, or after it has
been turned off, you can place food into it only after it has
been running for 6-8 hours. Then put the fresh food into the
the appropriate compartments and turn the temperature control
(A) to setting 3. Freezing will be complete after approximately
24 hours.
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During the freezing process, avoid opening the door of the
freezer.
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FOOD STORAGE
Meat and Fish
Food
Wrapping
Tenderising Storage
Thawing
time
(days)
(months)
Beef roasts
Lamb
Tin foil
Tin foil
Tin foil
Tin foil
2 / 3
9 / 10
not required
not required
not required
not required
not required
1 / 2
1
6
6
8
6
Pork roasts
Veal roasts
1
Veal / Pork chops
Each piece wrapped in cling film and
then in tin foil (4 to 6 slices)
Veal / Lamb cutlets
Minced Meat
Each piece wrapped in cling film and
then in tin foil (4 to 6 slices)
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2
not required
In aluminium containers covered with
cling film
Freshly
minced
slowly in
refrigerator
Heart and Liver
Sausages
Plastic bags
Cling film or tin foil
Tin foil
3
2
9
Not required
As necessary
Chicken and Turkey
1 / 3
1 / 4
1 / 3
3 / 4
5 / 6
Very slowly in
refrigerator
Duck and Goose
Tin foil
Tin foil
6
9
Very slowly in
refrigerator
Pheasant, Partridge and Wild
Duck
Very slowly in
refrigerator
Hare ans Rabbit
Tin foil
6
Very slowly in
refrigerator
Venison
Tin foil or Cling film
Tin foil or Cling film
9
Very slowly in
refrigerator
Large Fish
4 / 6
Very slowly in
refrigerator
Small Fish
Crustaceans
Shell Fish
Plastic bags
Plastic bags
2 / 3
3 / 6
3
Not required
Not required
Store in salt water in aluminium
containers or plastic containers
Very slowly in
refrigerator
Boiled Fish
Fried Fish
Tin foil or Cling film
Plastic bags
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In hot water
4 / 6
Directly in pan
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FOOD STORAGE
Fruits and Vegetables
Food
Preparation
Blanching
time
Wrapping
Storage
(months)
Thawing
time
Apples and Pears
Peel and cut intoslices
Peel and pit
2’
In containers
(cover with syup)
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In refrigerator
very slowly
Apricots, Peaches,
Cherries and Plums
1’ / 2’
In containers
(cover with syrup)
12
In refrigerator
very slowly
Strawberries,
Blacjberries and
Raspberries
Rinse and dry
In container
(cover with sugar)
10 / 12
In refrigerator
very slowly
Cooked Fruit
Cut, cook and strain
Wash, cut and crush
In containers (add
10% sugar)
12
10 / 12
12
In refrigerator
very slowly
Fruit juice
In containers
(sugar to taste)
In refrigerator
very slowly
Cauliflower
Remove leaves, cut head into
small pieces and blanch in
water and a little lemon juice
2’
Plastic bags
Plastic bags
Not required
Cabbage and Brussel
Sprouts
Wash and cut into small
pieces
1’ / 2’
10 / 12
At room
temperature
Peas
Shell and wash
2’
2’
Plastic bags
Plastic bags
Plastic bags
12
10 / 12
12
Not required
Not required
Not required
French Beans
Wash and slice if required
Carrots, Peppers and
Turnips
Peel, wash and slice if
necessary
3’ / 4’
Mushrooms and
Asparagus
Wash, peel and cut up
3’ / 4’
2’
Plastic bags or
containers
6
At room
temperature
Spinach
Wash and mince
Plastic bags
12
At room
temperature
Vegetable for Soups
Various Foods
Bread
Wash and cut up into small
pieces
3’
Plastic bags or
containers
6 / 7
Not required
Preparation
Blanching
time
Wrapping
Storage
(months)
Thawing
time
Plastic bags
4
At room
temperature
and in the oven
Cakes
Plastic bags
6
About 10
minutes at
room
temperature,
cook at
100/200 C
Cream
Butter
Plastic containers
6
At room
temperature or
in refrigerator
In original
6
In refrigerator
wrapping or tin foil
Boiled Food or
Vegetable Soup
Plastic or glass
containers
3 / 6
At room
temperature or
in hot water
Eggs
Freeze without
shells in small
containers
10
At room
temperature or
in refrigerator
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ENERGY SAVING TIPS
- Keep the Door Closed
- Install the Appliance Correctly
Open your doors only when necessary, remember that every
time you open the door most of the cold air will be lost. To
bring bring the temperature back to the proper level, the motor
must run for a considerable amount of time, consuming a
substantial amount of energy.
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 to one of the middle settings.
Very cold temperature settings will not only consume a great
deal of energy but will neither improve nor lengthen the storage
life of the food. Excessively cold temperatures may ruin
vegetables and cheese.
- Check the Door Seals
Keep the seals clean and make sure that they fit tightly against
the door. This alone will ensure that no cold air escapes.
- No Hot Foods
A container of hot food in the refrigerator will increase the
temperaturesignificantly, allowfoodtocooltoroomtemperature
before storing.
- Do not Overfill
Remember that proper storage of food requires good air
circulation. Overfilling your appliance will hamper proper air
circulation and overwork the compressor.
- Check you appliance for build up of ice
Check the thickness of the frost on the walls of the freezer
and immediately defrost it if the layer becomes too thick. (see
CARING FOR YOUR APPLIANCE).
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CARING FOR YOUR APPLIANCE
Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance
from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning off
the general switch in your home).
Cleaning and Special Maintenance
Before cleaning the appliance, first switch off and
remove the plug from the socket.
- Your appliance is manufactured with hygienic, odourless
materials. To preserve these characteristics, always use
sealed containers to store foods, in order to prevent spills
which could stain and cause unpleasant, difficult to remove
odours.
- Use a water and bicarbonate solution to clean the appli-
ance. Cean the interior and exterior with a sponge soaked in
warm water and a sodium bicarbonate solution, which is,
among other things, a good disinfectant. If you do not have
any in the house, you can use a neutral soap.
- DO NOT use abrasive detergents, bleach or deterents con-
taining ammonia. NEVER use solvent based products.
- All removable parts should be taken out and soaked in
warm soapy water or detergent. Rinse and dry them
thoroughly before putting them back in the appliance.
Defrosting
WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
Do not use mechanical devices or instruments other than
those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up
the defrosting process.
How to Defrost the Refrigerator
This appliance defrosts automatically and the condensed
water is channelled to the back of the appliance toward the
drain installed for this purpose (fig. 3). Here, the heat pro-
duced by the compressor will make it evaporate. The only
thing you must do is to periodically check and clean the hole
of the drain, which is located behind the fruit and vegetable
crisper, keeping it clear so that the water drains properly.
How to Defrost the Freezer
- When the appliance is not used for a long time, remember
to clean the interior and dry thoroughly, leave the doors open
to prevent the formation of mould and unpleasant odors.
- Remember to regularly remove the frost with the scraper
provided (do not use knives or metal objects).
- If the frost is more than 5 mm thick, the freezer should be
defrosted.
- Replacing the light bulb. The bulb for lighting the interior of
the refrigerator is located at the back of the thermostat box.
When replacing the lamp, unplug the appliance from the elec-
trical socket, unscrew the burned out lamp and replace it
with another with a wattage no higher than 15W (fig. 6).
Fig. 6
Proceed as follows:
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Turn the temperature control (A) to the setting.
Then wrap all the frozen and fast-frozen food in news
paper, placing it either in the refrigerator or in a cool
place.
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Leave the freezer door open so that the frost thaws
completely.
You can speed this process by placing containers of
warm water in the compartment.
The unit is provided with a system which allows the defrost
water to be collected in a container, the container should be
placed beneath the unit (see figs. 4 and 5).
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The appliance makes too much noise.
Nothing works
Check that:
The gas refrigerant produces a slight noise even when the
compressor is not running (this is not a defect).
Check that:
· The refrigerator is level.
· The appliance was installed between cabinets or objects
that vibrate and make noise.
· The mains switch in your home is on.
· There has not been a power cut.
· The plug is properly inserted in the socket and is switched
on.
· The socket is working; try another appliance in the socket
to check.
· The fuse in the plug is ok - if not replace it,
(see ELECTRICAL CONNECTION).
There is water on the bottom of the
refrigerator.
Check that:
The refrigerator and the freezer do not
cool properly.
· The defrost drain is clear from any blockage (see fig. 3).
Check that:
If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or
the problem persists, call Creda Service (see KEY
CONTACTS, back page) and inform them of:
- the type of problem
- the abbreviation of the model name (Mod.) and the relative
numbers (S/N)
· The doors close well and that the seals are not damaged
· The doors have not been left open too long.
· The thermostat knob is on the correct setting.
· The refrigerator or freezer is not overfilled.
The food inside the refrigerator is too cold
Check that:
· the temperature setting is too low (or not the best).
· The food is not in contact with the back wall - which is the
coldest part.
Information can be found on the rating plate located at the
bottom left next to the vegetable crisper.
More Troubleshooting information and general product advice
can be found on our website at:
The motor runs constantly
Check that:
· the temperature control is on the correct setting.
· the doors have not been open continuously.
· The room temperature is too high.
Never call on unauthorized technicians and always
refuse spare parts which are not originals.
Recycling & Disposal Information
As part of Creda's continued commitment to helping the environment, we reserve the right to
use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material
wastage.
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut mains cable off flush with
the appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be
plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut.
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NOTES
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NOTES
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April 2003 Part no. FP193 - 01
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