Sharp SJ-BA10DMXWF-EN Fridge-Freezer User Manual

Introduction

Your fridge freezer conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of damage, read this manual carefully before using your fridge freezer for the first time. It contains important safety information on the installation, safety, use, and maintenance of your Fridge Freezer. Retain this manual for future use.

? FIRE Warning: Risk of fire / flammable materials

Chapter 1: General Warnings

⚠️ WARNING: Keep the ventilation openings of the Fridge clear from obstruction.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not use other electrical appliances inside the Fridge.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

⚠️ WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

⚠️ WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

⚠️ WARNING: To avoid personal injury or damage, this appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.

The small quantity of refrigerant used in this fridge is eco-friendly R600a (an isobutene) and is flammable and explosive if ignited in enclosed conditions.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:

Disposal

For Denmark products: The appliance is equipped with a plug approved in the EU (EU-Schuko Plug) and can be used in Finland, Norway and Sweden. In Denmark, the appliance is only approved for use with a wall outlet type E or type CEE7 // 7-S with a ground leg. If there is only a wall outlet type K at the connection point, replacing the EU-Schuko plug with the Danish plug must be performed by an authorized service personnel only. Alternatively, connect a suitable and approved power adapter to transition between Schuko plug and Danish earth system. This adapter (min. 10 amps and up to max. 13 amps) can be ordered via a well-assorted whitegoods dealer or authorized electrician. Only with one of these methods can it be ensured that the appliance has the correct safety ground. In the absence of earthing installation, an authorized electrician should carry out an earthing installation. In the case of use without earthing installed, we will not be responsible for any loss of use that may occur.

Disposal of your old appliance

This symbol ♻️ on the product or package shows that the product should not be treated as domestic waste. Instead, it should be taken to applicable waste collection sites that recycle electrical and electronic equipment. Recycling materials will help preserve our natural resources. For more detailed information regarding recycling this product, please contact your local authority, domestic waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

Please ask your local authority about the disposal of WEEE for reuse, recycle and recovery purposes.

Notes

Safety Warnings

Installation Information

Before unpacking and manoeuvring your fridge freezer, please take some time to familiarise yourself with the following points.

Chapter 2: Your Fridge Freezer

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

Fridge Compartment Components:

Freezer Compartment Components:

Accessories:

* In some models

This figure has been drawn for informational purposes to show the various parts and accessories in the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model.

General Notes:

Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance, and shelves evenly distributed; the position of the door bins does not affect energy consumption.

Freezer Compartment (Freezer): Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers and bins positioned as supplied.

Chapter 3: Using Your Fridge Freezer

Display and Control Panel

Using the Control Panel

The control panel allows you to set and monitor the appliance. The indicators are:

Control Panel Layout: The panel features buttons labeled 'eco', 'super', and 'alarm', with digital displays for freezer ('C') and cooler ('C') temperatures.

Operating Your Fridge Freezer

Lighting (If available)

When the product is plugged in for the first time, the interior lights may turn on 1 minute late due to opening tests. Once you have plugged in the product, all symbols will be displayed for 2 seconds, and the initial values will be shown as -18 °C on the freezer adjustment indicator, and +4 °C on the fridge adjustment indicator.

Freezer Temperature Settings

NOTE: Eco mode gets activated automatically when the temperature of the freezer compartment is set to -18°C.

Cooler Temperature Settings

Super Freeze Mode

Purpose

How to use

To enable the super freeze mode, press and hold the freezer temperature setting button for 3 seconds. Once the super freeze mode has been set, the super freeze symbol on the indicator will be lit, and the machine will beep to confirm the mode has been switched on.

During Super Freeze Mode:

Recommended Settings for the Freezer and Cooler Compartment Temperature

Freezer CompartmentCooler CompartmentRemarks
-18 °C4 °CFor regular use and best performance.
-20 °C, -22 °C or -24 °C4 °CRecommended when environmental temperature exceeds 30 °C.
Super Freeze mode4 °CMust be used when you wish to freeze food in a short period of time.
-18 °C, -20 °C, -22 °C or -24 °C2 °CThese temperature settings must be used when the environmental temperature is high or if you think the refrigerator compartment is not cool enough because the door is being opened frequently.

Door Open Alarm Function

If the cooler or freezer door is opened for more than 2 minutes, the appliance sounds 'beep beep'.

Warnings About Temperature Adjustments

Climate Class and Meaning:

Important Installation Instructions

This appliance is designed to work in difficult climate conditions (up to 43 degrees C or 110 degrees F) and is powered with 'Freezer Shield' technology, which ensures that the frozen food in the freezer will not defrost even if the ambient temperature falls as low as -15 °C. So you may then install your appliance in an unheated room without having to worry about frozen food in the freezer being spoilt. When the ambient temperature returns to normal, you may continue using the appliance as usual.

Temperature Indicator

In order to help you better set your refrigerator, we have equipped it with a temperature indicator located in the coldest area. To better store the food in your refrigerator, especially in the coldest area, make sure the message "OK" appears on the temperature indicator. If "OK" does not appear, this means the temperature has not been set properly.

It may be difficult to see the indicator; make sure it is properly lit. Each time the temperature setting device is changed, wait for the stabilisation of the temperature inside the appliance before proceeding, if necessary, with a new temperature setting. Please change the position of the temperature setting device progressively and wait at least 12 hours before starting a new check and potential change.

NOTE: Following repeated openings (or prolonged opening) of the door or after putting fresh food into the appliance, it is normal for the indication "OK" not to appear in the temperature setting indicator. If there is an abnormal build-up of ice crystals on the bottom wall of the refrigerator compartment, evaporator (overloaded appliance, high room temperature, frequent door openings), put the temperature setting device on a lower position until compressor off periods are obtained again.

Store Food in the Coldest Area of the Refrigerator

Your food will be better stored if you put it in the most appropriate cooling area. The coldest area is just above the crisper.

The following symbol indicates the coldest area of your refrigerator. To be sure to have a low temperature in this area, make sure the shelf is located at the level of this symbol, as shown in the illustration. The upper limit of the coldest area is indicated by the lower side of the sticker (head of the arrow). The coldest area upper shelf must be at the same level with the arrow head. The coldest area is below this level. As these shelves are removable, make sure they are always at the same level with these zone limits described on the stickers, in order to guarantee temperatures in this area.

Accessories

Freezer Box

Note: Always hold the handle of the box while moving it in or out.

Chiller Shelf (In some models)

Keeping food in the chiller compartment instead of the freezer or refrigerator compartment allows food to retain freshness and flavour longer while preserving its fresh appearance. If the chiller tray becomes dirty, remove it and wash with water. (Water freezes at 0 °C, but foods containing salt or sugar require lowered temperatures to freeze)

Normally, people use the chiller compartment for raw fish, rice, etc...

Do not put foods you want to freeze or ice trays in order to make ice.

Removing the Chiller Shelf

After the chiller shelf has been removed, it can support a maximum 20 kg load.

Humidity Controller

When the humidity controller is in the closed position, it allows fresh fruit and vegetables to be stored for a longer time. In the event the crisper is full, the fresh dial that is located in front of the crisper should be opened. By means of this, the air in the crisper and humidity rate will be controlled, and the shelf life will be extended. If you see any condensation on the glass shelf, the humidity control should be placed into the open positions.

Adapti-Lift Door Shelf (In some models)

Six different height adjustments can be made to provide storage areas that you need by Adapti-Lift.

To change the position of Adapti-Lift:

Hold the bottom of the shelf and pull the buttons on the side of the door shelf in the direction of the arrow (Fig.1). Position the door shelf to the height you need by moving it up and down. After you get the position that you want the door shelf, release the buttons on the side of the door shelf (Fig.2). Before releasing the door shelf, move it up and down and make sure the door shelf is fixed.

Note: Before moving a loaded door shelf, you must hold the shelf by supporting the bottom. Otherwise, the door shelf could fall off the rails due to the weight, so damage may occur on the door shelf or rails.

Adapti-Shelf (In some models)

The Adapti-shelf mechanism provides higher storage spaces with a simple movement.

Visual and text descriptions on the accessories section may vary according to which model you have.

Cleaning

Defrosting

Your refrigerator automatically defrosts. The water formed as a result of defrosting passes through the water collection spout, flows into the vaporization container behind your refrigerator, and evaporates by itself in there.

Replacing LED Lighting

If your fridge freezer has LED lighting, contact the Sharp help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only.

Chapter 4: Food Storage Guidance

Refrigerator Compartment

Freezer Compartment

Important Note