John Lewis Fridge Freezer JLFSWH2002 - Manual (Page 13)

Fridge freezer user guide 13
Installation
Positioning
Before unpacking your fridge freezer, be aware of the following
points:
Find a suitable location for the fridge freezer; it should be
positioned as follows:
• In a dry room that can be ventilated.
• Out of direct sun light.
• Away from any heat source, e.g. stove or radiator (if this is
unavoidable, a suitable heat insulator should be used (not
supplied).
• A minimum gap of 25 mm from another fridge or freezer.
• A minimum gap of 50 mm above the fridge freezer for
• On a solid floor that will not sag under the weight of the
fridge freezer.
• A minimum gap of 50 mm from the back wall.
Ensure the fridge freezer should be installed in a location
where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate
classification for which the fridge freezer is designed
Climate Classification Ambient Operating Temp.
SN +10 to +32°C
N +16 to +32°C
ST +16 to +38°C
T +16 to +43°C
Climate classification can be found on the rating plate at the
insdie of the fridge right hand wall or end of this guide.
ventilation.
Leveling
Level the fridge freezer by turning the 2 adjustable feet at the
front of the appliance. The fridge freezer must be level in order
to prevent vibration and excessive noise and to ensure the doors
shut properly.
Preparing the fridge freezer
To prepare your fridge freezer for use and check it is running
correctly, take the following steps:
• Install all shelves and compartmens in the correct positions
which removed or positioned temporarily during transport.
• Clean the fridge freezer and accessories to remove any dust
that accumulated during packing, shipping and unpacking.
• Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours before plugging in.
• A whooshing noise can sometimes be heard when first
• The interior light should be turned on when the fridge
door is open once plugged in.
• Store food once the temperature of fridge freezer is
sufficiently low. It takes for a few hours to reach the proper
temperature after starting the fridge freezer.
installed. Don’t worry the cases will soon settle.