Beko BC73 F Installation & Operation Instructions

8.4 cu.ft. frost free combi fridge / freezer

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BEKO plc
Beko House
Caxton Way
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD18 8UF
Tel: 0845 6004911
Fax: 0845 6004922
e-mail: service@beko.co.uk
website: www.beko.co.uk
Printed in Turkey
Part no: 48 7362 00 01
8.4 cu.ft.
Frost Free Combi
Fridge / Freezer
BC73 F

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  • Page 1 BEKO plc Beko House Caxton Way Watford Hertfordshire WD18 8UF Tel: 0845 6004911 Fax: 0845 6004922 e-mail: service@beko.co.uk website: www.beko.co.uk Printed in Turkey Part no: 48 7362 00 01 8.4 cu.ft. Frost Free Combi Fridge / Freezer BC73 F...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction & safety warnings ...2 Electrical requirements ...3 Transportation instructions ...4 Installation instructions ...5 Getting to know your fridge / freezer ...6 Suggested arrangement of food in the fridge / freezer ...7 Temperature control and adjustment ...8 Getting Started ...9 Storing frozen food ...9 Freezing fresh food...10 Making ice cubes ...10...
  • Page 3: Introduction & Safety Warnings

    • This fridge/freezer must only be used for its intended purpose i.e the storing and freezing of edible foodstuff. • Do not dispose of the appliance on a fire. At BEKO, the care and protection of our environment is an ongoing commitment. This appliance which is among the latest range introduced is particularly environment friendly.
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Before you insert the plug into the wall socket make sure that the voltage and the frequency shown in the rating plate inside the appliance corresponds to your electricity supply. Rating label is on the left hand side of fridge inner liner. We recommend that this appliance is connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched and fused socket in a readily accessible position.
  • Page 5: Transportation Instructions

    TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. The appliance should be transported only in a vertical upright position. The packing as supplied must be intact during transportation. 2. If during the course of transport the appliance has to be transported horizontally, it must only be laid on its left hand side when standing in the front of the appliance.
  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. The space in the room where the appliance is installed must not be smaller than 10 cubic metres. 2. See for detailed Installation Instructions including reversing door opening direction. 3. Do not put your fridge freezer in a cold room where the temperature is likely to go below +5 degrees C (41 degrees F) during night time and/or especially in winter.
  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Fridge / Freezer

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMBI FRIDGE / FREEZER THERMOSTAT KNOB INTERIOR LIGHT WINE RACK CABINET SHELVES DEFROST WATER COLLECTION CHANNEL SALAD CRISPER FREEZER FAN FROZEN FOOD STORAGE DRAWERS DOOR SHELF EGG TRAY DOOR SHELF BOTTLE SHELF...
  • Page 8: Suggested Arrangement Of Food In The Fridge / Freezer

    Arrangement Examples (See diagram) 1. Baked, chilled cooked food, dairy products, cans. 2. Wine rack 3. Meat, sausages, cold cuts. 4. Fresh fish, meat and easily perishable food 5. Frozen food and freezing of fresh food. 6. Frozen food. 7. Small bottles, cans, tubes. 8.
  • Page 9: Temperature Control And Adjustment

    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 1 to 5, 5 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).
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    STARTING Final Check Before you start using the fridge/freezer check that: 1. The interior is dry and air can circulate freely at the rear of the cabinet. 2. Clean the interior as recommended under "CLEANING AND CARE." 3. Insert the plug into the wall socket and switch on the electricity supply. •...
  • Page 11: Freezing Fresh Food

    FREEZING FRESH FOOD Please observe the following instructions to obtain the best results. Do not freeze too large a quantity at any one time. The quality of the food is best preserved when it is frozen right through to the core as quickly as possible. Do not exceed the freezing capacity of your appliance in 24 h which is 3.5 kg (7.9 lb) Placing warm food into the freezer compartment causes the refrigeration compressor to operate continuously until the food is frozen solid.
  • Page 12: Defrosting

    DEFROSTING A) FRIDGE COMPARTMENT The fridge compartment defrosts automatically. The defrosting water runs to the drain tube via a collection container at the back of the appliance (1). (see diagram) During defrosting water droplets may form at the back of the fridge compartment where concealed evaporator is located.
  • Page 13: Cleaning And Care

    CLEANING AND CARE ** We recommend that you switch off the appliance at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug before cleaning. ** Never use any sharp abrasive instrument, soap, household cleaner, detergent and wax polish for cleaning. ** Use luke warm water to clean the cabinet of the appliance and wipe it dry.
  • Page 14: Replacing The Interior Light Bulb

    REPLACING THE INTERIOR LIGHT BULB (See diagram) Should the light fail to work, proceed as follows. 1. Switch off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug. • You may find it useful to remove shelves for easy access. 2.
  • Page 15: Do's And Don'ts

    DO'S AND DON'TS Clean and defrost your appliance regularly (See "Defrosting") Keep raw meat and poultry below cooked food and dairy products. Take off any unusable leaves on vegetables and wipe off any soil. Leave lettuce, cabbage, parsley and cauliflower on the stem. Wrap cheese firstly in greaseproof paper and then in a polythene bag excluding as much air as possible.
  • Page 16: Energy Saving Tips

    ENERGY SAVING TIPS 1- Ensure your appliance is installed in a well ventilated area. If the ambient temperature is low (but in no case lower than 5 degrees C), then the energy saving will be more. In this case, check temperatures of fridge and freezer compartments with an accurate thermometer and lower the thermostat setting (towards 1) if necessary.
  • Page 17: Installation Instructions - Detailed Step By Step

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (All dimensions are in mm) min. 200 cm 84.5 min. 35 mm 47.5 min. 200 cm...
  • Page 18 min.35 mm 200 cm 2 200 cm 2...
  • Page 20 18 mm 1 mm...
  • Page 21 2 mm 2 mm 2 mm...
  • Page 22: Reversing The Doors

    REVERSING THE DOORS...
  • Page 23 Top Door 1.Unscrew top hinge (4). 2.Carefully remove the top door. 3.Unscrew lower hinge (6) 4.Remove plastic plugs (10 &11). 5.Refit top hinge (4) as lower hinge (14) on the left hand side. 6.Replace top door 7.Refit lower hinge (6) as top hinge (16) on the left hand side. Lower door 1.Unscrew top hinge (7) 2.Carefully remove the lower door.
  • Page 24: Guarantee Details

    • The cost of functional replacement parts, but excluding consumable items. • The labour costs of a Beko approved repairer to carry out the repair. What is not covered? • Transit, delivery or accidental damage or misuse and abuse.
  • Page 25: How To Obtain Service

    If you have purchased an extended guarantee please refer to the instructions contained within the extended guarantee agreement document. Otherwise please call the appropriate number above where service can be obtained at a charge. Should you experience any difficulty in obtaining service please contact the Beko Customer Help-Line. Tel: 0845 6004911...

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