Baumatic RETRO3 User manual
RETRO3BL/IV
RETRO4BL/IV
Fridge freezer
USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
RETRO3BL/IV
RETRO4BL/IV
315 Litre retro style fridge freezer
316 Litre retro style fridge freezer
NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference, for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
DD 14/03/08
2
Contents
Environmentalnote 4
Important safety information 5 – 6
Specifications of your RETRO3BL/RETRO3IV 7
Specifications of your RETRO4BL/RETRO4IV 8
DescriptionoftheRETRO3BL/IV 9
DescriptionoftheRETRO4BL/IV 10
Description of the product features 11
Using your Baumatic fridge freezer 12-17
Beforeswitchingon 12
Duringfirstuse 12
Turning on the appliance and setting the thermostat 13-14
Arranging and storing food in the fridge section 14-15
The freezer compartment 15
Freezing fresh food 15-17
Tipsonfreezing 17
Makingicecubes 17
Cleaning and maintenance 18-22
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment 19
Defrosting the freezer compartment 19-21
Replacing the light bulb 22
Installation 23-25
Electrical connection 23-24
Positioning 24-25
Troubleshooting 26-27
Contactdetails 28
3
Environmental note
Note: Before discarding an old appliance, switch off and
disconnect it from the power supply. Cut off and render any plug
useless. Cut the cable off directly behind the appliance to prevent
misuse. This should be undertaken by a competent person. Disable
the door lock to make sure that children cannot get stuck inside
the appliance.
oThe packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally
friendly and can be recycled.
oPlease discard all packaging material with due regard for the
environment.
4
Important safety information
Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic.
Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet
before attempting to install or use the appliance. If
you are unsure of any of the information contained in
this booklet, please contact the Baumatic Technical
Department.
IMPORTANT: Any installation work must be
carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Use of the appliance
oYour appliance is only designed to be used in the
home. It is suitable for storing food that needs to
be chilled and refrigerated. If it is used for any
other purpose or it is not used correctly, then
Baumatic Ltd. will accept no liability for any
damage that is caused.
oAltering the specification of the appliance must not be attempted
for reasons of safety.
Before using your appliance
oCheck the appliance for any signs of transport damage. If you
notice any damage, then you should not connect your appliance
to your mains supply and should contact your retailer.
Refrigerant
oYour appliance contains R600a refrigerant, which is a natural gas
that does not contain CFCs that can damage the environment.
However it is a flammable substance, therefore care should be
taken:
During the transportation and installation of the
appliance, make sure that the refrigeration pipework
does not get damaged.
If it does become damaged then sources of ignition
and open flames should be avoided. Also the room
that the appliance is situated in should be thoroughly
ventilated.
5
oDo not place any objects on top of the appliance,
as this may damage the table top.
Child safety
oPackaging material should be kept away from
children.
oChildren should not be allowed to touch the
controls or play with the appliance.
General safety
oDo not pull on the power supply cable to remove the plug from
your mains supply socket.
oDo not pull out or insert the plug with wet hands.
6
oDo not attempt to use your appliance outdoors or
any place where it is likely to come into contact
with the elements.
oBefore cleaning the appliance or performing
maintenance work, ensure that the appliance has been
disconnected from your mains supply.
oNever allow the back coils of the appliance to come into contact
with the wall surface.
oAlways ensure that the location where you are installing your
appliance is free of stored items such as papers and other
flammable materials.
oNever block the ventilation openings of the appliance, either on
the inside or its exterior.
oIt is vital to keep your appliance well ventilated,
so that there is proper air flow between the
bottom of the unit and the plinth/kick plate
which it is sitting on.
oDo not place electrical devices inside of the appliance, such as
mixers or ice cream makers.
Service
You should not attempt to repair the appliance
yourself, as this could cause injury or a more serious
malfunction. If you require a service call then please
contact the Baumatic Service Department.
7
Specifications of your RETRO3BL/RETRO3IV
Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic fridge freezer
oTotal gross/net capacity: 315/311 litres
oGross capacity (fridge/freezer): 257/58 litres
oNet capacity (fridge/freezer): 255/56 litres
oEnergy efficiency: A+
oStar rating: ****
o4 Safety glass shelves
o2 Salad crispers
oButter compartment
oEgg rack
oBottle rack
oGeneral rack
oShelf in freezer compartment
Dimensions of appliance
Height: 1710 mm
Width: 600 mm
Depth: 650 mm
* Please refer to the installation instructions for more specific
information on the size of aperture that you will require.
IMPORTANT: When you install your appliance it is important to bear
in mind its climatic rating.
In order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, you should
check the rating plate. The rating plate is located on the front left edge
of the inside of the fridge section. You will need to open the door of
your appliance to be able to find it. The rating plate will indicate the
ambient temperature range that your appliance will function correctly
within.
8
Specifications of your RETRO4BL/RETRO4IV
Congratulations on purchasing a Baumatic fridge freezer
oTotal gross/net capacity: 316/301 litres
oGross capacity (fridge/freezer): 216/100 litres
oNet capacity (fridge/freezer): 218/83 litres
oEnergy efficiency: A+
oStar rating: ****
o3 Safety glass shelves
o2 Salad crispers
oButter compartment
oEgg rack
oBottle rack
oGeneral rack
o3 freezer drawers
Dimensions of appliance
Height: 1880 mm
Width: 600 mm
Depth: 650 mm
* Please refer to the installation instructions for more specific
information on the size of aperture that you will require.
IMPORTANT: When you install your appliance it is important to bear
in mind its climatic rating.
In order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, you should
check the rating plate. The rating plate is located on the front left edge
of the inside of the fridge section. You will need to open the door of
your appliance to be able to find it. The rating plate will indicate the
ambient temperature range that your appliance will function correctly
within.
Description of the RETRO3BL/IV
1) Dairy section
2) Middle shelf
3) Bottle shelf
4) Doors
5) Salad crisper drawers
6) Fridge shelves
7) Thermostat and light
8) Freezer compartment
9
Description of the RETRO4BL/IV
1) Thermostat
2) Adjustable shelves
3) Meat Box
4) Salad crisper drawers
5) Compartment for freezing fresh food*
6) Freezer drawers
7) Middle door shelves
8) Dairy section
9) Bottle shelf
10) Internal light
* There is an ice cube storage drawer above this drawer (not shown in
the above drawing).
10
This manual suits for next models
5
Table of contents
Other Baumatic Refrigerator manuals
Baumatic
Baumatic BF-451SS User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BR23.8A User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BF555SE User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BR26A User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BRCLO 3580 E User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BF230 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BR27B User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BRL600.5 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BCI7030 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BF344 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BRUL 135 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BRLF1760W User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BF340BL User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic 34900409 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic RETRO14BL User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BF360 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BF550SL-W User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BF140 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BFE256 User manual
Baumatic
Baumatic BR105 User manual
