Bomann VS 2195.1 Household Larder Refrigerator

Introduction

Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the appliance.

Symbols in these Instructions for Use

Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions to avoid accidents and prevent damage.

• ⚠️ WARNING: This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.
• ⚠️ CAUTION: This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects.
• ℹ️ NOTE: This highlights tips and information.

General Notes

Read the operating instructions very carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty and the receipt. If you give this device to other people, also pass on the operating instructions.

ℹ️ NOTE: Due to constant product modifications, your device may differ slightly from these operating instructions; Functions and methods of use remain unchanged. The illustrations in these operating instructions may differ from the original device.

The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit for commercial use. The appliance is only to be used as described in the user manual. Do not use the appliance for any other purpose. Any other use is not intended and can result in damages or personal injuries. This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance. Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight and humidity. When not in use, for cleaning, user maintenance works or with disruption, switch off the appliance and disconnect the plug (pull the plug itself, not the lead) or turn off the fuse. The appliance and if possible the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the appliance must not be used. For safety reasons, alterations or modifications of the appliance are prohibited. To ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not allow small children to play with the foil. There is a danger of suffocation!

Special Safety Information for this Unit

This unit is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.

⚠️ WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process (if necessary), except those described in this manual (depending on the model included the scope of delivery). Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Do not operate any electrical devices inside the appliance. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol containers with flammable propellant in the appliance.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.

Transport and Packaging

Transport the appliance

Transport the appliance, if possible, in vertical position. Otherwise, it is absolutely necessary to allow the appliance standing upright for a few hours before installation "Prior to first use". Protect the appliance during transport against weather influences.

Unpacking the appliance

• Remove the appliance from its packaging.
• Remove all packaging material, such as foils, filler and cardboard packaging.
• To prevent hazards, check the appliance for any transport damage.
• In case of damage, do not put the appliance into operation. Contact your distributor.

Appliance Equipment

Appliance overview

Description of appliance parts: 1 Temperature control / Interior light, 2 Glass shelves, 3 Vegetable box, 4 Feet, 5 Door storage racks.

Delivery scope

• 3x Glass shelf, 1x vegetable box, 3x door storage rack, 2x egg tray, 1x door handle incl. fixing screws with covers, 1x rubber supporting pad

Installation

Conditions for the installation location

Good ventilation is required around the appliance to dissipate the heat properly and to guarantee efficient cooling operation at low power consumption. Enough clearance is necessary.

• Gap to the back approx. 50~70 mm, to the side walls and above the device each approx. min. 100 mm;
• Place the appliance so that the appliance door can open without being impeded.

Avoid the installation:

• near heaters, next to a stove, direct sunlight or any other heat sources;
• at locations with high humidity (e.g. outdoors, bathroom), as metal parts would be susceptible to corrosion under such circumstances;
• near volatile or flammable materials (e.g. gas, fuel, alcohol, paint, etc.), in rooms which may have poor air circulation (e.g. garages).
• Do not expose the appliance any weather.

Assembling the door handle

Remove the cover caps from the door outer side and tighten the handle with the delivered screws into the underlying holes. Put the included screw covers on.

Assembling the rubber supporting pad

CAUTION: Under extreme circumstances, there is a risk that the appliance may tilt forward.

ℹ️ NOTE: Installation of the rubber supporting pad is ONLY necessary if the interior is empty and the refrigerator door is loaded with 15 kg or more.

Electrical connection

⚠️ WARNING: The installation to the mains supply must conform to the local standards and regulations. Improper connection may cause to an electric shock! Do not modify the appliance plug. If the plug does not fit properly to the outlet, let install a proper outlet by an authorized specialist. The accessibility of the power plug must be ensured to disconnect the appliance from the power supply in case of emergency.

• Make sure that the voltage supply matches the specifications on the rating label before connecting.
• Connect the mains cable to a properly installed and earthed wall outlet.
• If the plug after installation is not accessible, a corresponding disconnect device must be available to meet the relevant safety regulations.

Reversing the door opening

If required, the door opening can be moved from the right (supplied condition) to the left side.

⚠️ WARNING: When replacing the door stop, the appliance must be disconnected from the power supply first.

Loosen the screws on the appliance back and remove the appliance cover. Dismount the upper door hinge and the screws (s). Lift the appliance door and set it safely aside. Tilt the appliance slightly backwards and block it in this position. Unscrew the feet and disassemble the lower door hinge. Transfer and attach the lower door hinge to the opposite appliance side. Screw in the feet accordingly. Put the appliance back in the upright position. Put on the appliance door and fix it its intended position. Transfer and attach the upper door hinge to the opposite appliance side after unscrewing the hinge pin and inserting it into the adjacent hole. Screw in the screws (s) on the opposite side. Replace the appliance cover and fix it. Dismount the door handle and attach it to the corresponding other door outer side. Refer to the instructions in "Assembling the door handle". Transfer the cover caps on the exposed holes to the respective other door outer side. Check that the door is optimally aligned both vertically and horizontally to ensure smooth opening and closing of the door.

Startup / Operation

Prior to first use

CAUTION: After transport, the appliance should be left standing upright for four hours before connecting to the power supply. Nonobservance could lead to malfunction of the cooling system and causes an appliance breakdown. Clean the appliance interior including all accessory parts. Consider the instructions which we provide in the chapter "Cleaning and Maintenance".

Starting the appliance

• Connect the appliance to the power supply.
• Operate the temperature control. See also the section "Settings".

Settings

Setting [ 0 ] means that the appliance is in the off state. Turn the temperature control clockwise, starting from this setting; the appliance will turn on automatically. The power levels [ 1 – 7 ] regulate the different values of the internal temperature.

Setting 0: Off state

Power level 1 + 2: lowest level → warmest internal temperature

Power level 3 + 4: medium level → optimal operating temperature

Power level 5 + 6 + 7*: highest level → coldest internal temperature

*Beware of high setting because the maximum level may already mean "freezing point".

Basically, the temperature changes depending on the ambient temperature (place of installation), the frequency of opening the door and the equipment. During initial operation, adjust the lowest possible temperature (= highest power level) first, until the appliance has reached the desired operating temperature. Afterwards it is recommended to turn the control back to a medium setting; correcting the temperature at a later point would then be easier.

ℹ️ NOTE: In generally a medium power level works best for an optimized food storage. A high power level also increases the energy consumption.

Interior light

When opening the appliance door, the interior light will turn on automatically.

Storing food

ℹ️ NOTE: Recommendation! To guarantee that the temperature is low enough, you should pre-cool the appliance a few times before initial loading foods.

CAUTION: Always pay attention to the storage instructions on the sales packaging.

Always store food covered or packed to prevent drying-out and transfer of odor or taste onto other food items. You may pack the food with e.g.

• Polyethylene plastic bags or foil
• Plastic bowl with lid
• Special plastic cover with elastic strip
• Aluminum foil

To avoid contamination of food, respect the following instructions:

• Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
• Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems (see "Cleaning and Maintenance").
• Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• If the appliance is out of use for long period, follow the instructions under "Switching off".

Storage space

Depending on requirements, shelves/drawers (partially and depending on model) can be adjusted in height or removed to optimize the storage space.

ℹ️ NOTE: For the most efficient use of energy, place all shelves/drawers in their original position.

Temperature zones and storage recommendations

The optimal cooling temperature is around 5~7 degrees for the central area of the cooling. Different cooling zones are created by the air circulation. Regardless of the power level, cold air drops off.

• The coldest zone is on the cooling rear wall and in the lower cooling part. Recommended for storing perishable foods such as meat, fish and sausages at around 2~3 degrees.
• About that it becomes less cold. For dairy products such as yoghurt, cheese and co., the center of the cooling is just the right temperature at around 5 degrees.
• Well-packed leftovers or preserves needs less cooling. The upper cooling part at around 6~8 degrees could be the right place.
• The cooling door is one of the warmest locations. The upper racks are good location for food that needs moderate cooling, such as butter and eggs. There is space for drinks in the lower door racks.
• The vegetable box (depending on model) is suitable for fruit and vegetables at a temperature of around 8 degrees, depending on the cooling temperature. To ensure that delicate fruits and vegetables feel good, a glass shelf above avoids the falling cold.

Operating noise

Switching off

To switch off the appliance turn the temperature control to the off state. If the appliance is out of use for long periods:

• Remove the appliance content.
• Disconnect the power supply.
• Defrost (model dependent) and clean the appliance thoroughly (see "Cleaning and Maintenance").
• Leave open the appliance door to avoid formation of mold and unpleased odors.

Tips for Energy saving

• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply if it isn't in use.

Cleaning and Maintenance

⚠️ WARNING: Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning and user maintenance. Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning the appliance; moisture could enter electrical components. Risk of electric shock! Hot steam could damage the plastic parts. The unit must be dry before restarting operation.

CAUTION: Do not use a wire brush or other sharp, abrasive items. Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Cleaning the appliance including interior

• Clean the appliance interior, the exterior surfaces, the accessories and the door seal regularly with warm water and mild detergent; or with a clean, damp microfiber cloth without cleaning agent.
• Remove the appliance content and storage it at a cool location.

Defrosting

CAUTION: Never use metal objects (e.g. knifes) to remove ice from the evaporator. Otherwise it can be damaged.

The appliance has a semi automatic defrosting system. During defrosting water drops drains off at the back of the cooling chamber. The thaw water running through a channel, is collected in a drip tray located on the compressor, where it will evaporate. Make sure the water discharge opening does not get clogged. A light formation of ice on the interior back during operation is normal.

A permanently high power level can lead to increased ice formation. In this case, the fridge compartment can be defrosted manually → set a lower power level.

Changing the bulb

CAUTION: Do NOT remove the cover of the light. The LED light may be replaced / repaired in case of failure / defect only by an authorized specialist.

Troubleshooting

Before you contact an authorized specialist

ℹ️ NOTE: If a problem persists after following the steps above, contact your trader or an authorized technician.

Technical Data

Climate class SN/N/ST/T: this appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperature ranging from 10°C to 43°C.

Electrical connection:

Power voltage: 220-240 V~ / 50 Hz

Rated power: 70 W

Rated current: 0.4 A

Dimension H x W x D / Weight:

Appliance size: 84.5 x 56.0 x 57.5 cm

Net weight: approx. 28.0 kg

For more information about the product, scan the QR code on the supplied energy label and/or visit the official website of the product data bank: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu

The right to make technical and design modifications during continuous product development remains reserved. This appliance has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations.

Disposal

Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol

?️ Disposal: Protect our environment; do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste. Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal. This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health. This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilization of electrical and electronic equipment. Information concerning where these can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.

⚠️ WARNING: Remove or disable any existing snap and bolt locks if you take the unit out of operation or dispose it.

Warranty / Customer Service

Warranty conditions

1. Against consumers, we grant a warranty of 24 months for private use of the appliance from the date of purchase. If the appliance is suitable for commercial use, we grant a warranty of 6 months for commercial buyers. The warranty period for consumers is reduced to 6 months if a commercially suitable appliance is used commercially, even partially.
2. The prerequisite for our warranty services is the purchase of the appliance in Germany and the electronic submission of a copy of the proof of purchase (requested automatically when registering for warranty processing, see "Warranty processing"). If the appliance is abroad at the time of the warranty claim, it must be made available to us at the buyer's expense for the provision of warranty services.
3. Defects must be notified to us in writing within 14 days of becoming apparent. If the warranty claim is justified, we will decide how the damage/defect is to be rectified, whether by repair or by replacement with an equivalent appliance.
4. Warranty services are not provided for defects that are due to non-compliance with the operating instructions, improper handling or normal wear and tear of the appliance. Warranty claims are also excluded for easily breakable parts, such as glass or plastic. Finally, warranty claims are excluded if work on the appliance is carried out by unauthorized parties.
5. Warranty services do not extend the warranty period. There is also no entitlement to new warranty services. This warranty statement is a voluntary service provided by us as the marketer of the appliance. The statutory warranty rights (rectification, withdrawal, damages and reduction) are not affected by this warranty.

Warranty processing

Should your appliance develop a fault within the warranty period, it can be registered for free warranty processing in our service portal. For this, please visit our service page www.bomann-germany.de/service and click on Customer Service. Please follow the instructions for warranty processing. After completing the registration, you will receive a shipping ticket by e-mail, as well as further information regarding the processing of your complaint. Attach the shipping ticket to the carton of your well-packaged appliance and hand it in at the nearest drop-off point of our parcel service. Please ensure that you upload a copy of your proof of purchase (receipt, invoice, delivery note) as proof of warranty when registering for warranty processing, otherwise we cannot provide free warranty services. You can also find under www.bomann-germany.de/service a download area for operating manuals, catalogues and product-specific downloads (e.g. EU data sheets), access to our spare parts and accessories shop, and an overview of current customer information. The stocking of spare parts for repair within the EU is carried out in accordance with legal requirements.