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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 MIN to MAX, MAX
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 MIN and
MAX setting and monitor to obtain the desired temperature i.e. towards MAX you will
obtain a colder fridge temperature and vice versa. Some sections of the fridge may
be cooler or warmer (such as the salad crisper and the top part of the cabinet) which
is quite normal. The normal storage temperature of the freezer should be
-18°C (0°F). Lower temperatures may be obtained by adjusting thermostat knob
towards MAX position.
We recommend that you check the temperature with an accurate thermometer to
ensure that the storage compartments are kept to the desired temperature.
Remember you must take your reading very quickly since the thermometer
temperature will rise very rapidly after you remove it from the freezer. Please
remember each time the door is opened cold air escapes and the internal
temperature rises. Therefore never leave the door open and ensure it is closed
immediately after food is put in or removed.
In case of a temporary ice build up in the fridge compartment, reduce the
thermostat setting to 1, monitoring at the same time that the fridge temperature is
maximum +5 degrees C [41 degrees F]. Once the ice build up disappears and the
appliance starts auto defrosting again as normal, then you may increase the
thermostat setting, if required. If the ambient (room or garage) temperature is
between 0°C and -15°C, we recommend you adjust the knob to setting 4 to reach
-18°C in the freezer compartment. Lower temperatures may be obtained by
adjusting setting knob towards MAX position.
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