Haier Refrigerator-Freezer User Manual

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing a Haier Product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this appliance. The instructions contain important information which will help you get the best out of the appliance and ensure safe and proper installation, use and maintenance. Keep this manual in a convenient place so you can always refer to it for the safe and proper use of the appliance. If you sell the appliance, give it away, or leave it behind when you move house, make sure you also pass this manual so that the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings.

Legend

• [Warning] - Important Safety information
• [Info] - General information and tips
• [Environmental information]

Disposal

Help protect the environment and human health. Put the packaging in applicable containers to recycle it. Help to recycle waste of electrical and electronic appliances marked with this symbol [Recycle Symbol] with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.

WARNING!

[Warning] Risk of injury or suffocation! Refrigerants and gases must be disposed of professionally. Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged before being properly disposed of. Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply. Cut off the mains cable and dispose of it. Remove the trays and drawers as well as the door catch and seals, to prevent children and pets from getting closed in the appliance.

Intended Use

This appliance is intended for cooling and freezing food. It has been designed exclusively for use in dry-interior households. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use. Changes or modifications to the device are not allowed. Unintended use may cause hazards and loss of warranty claims.

Accessories

Check the accessories and literature in accordance with this list:

• Ice cube tray with cover
• Egg trays
• Door hinges
• Hinge cover*
• Warranty card
• User manual

This appliance 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.

Safety Information

Before switching on the appliance for the first time read the following safety hints!

Before first use

• Make sure there is no transport damage.
• Remove all packaging and keep out of children's reach.
• Wait at least two hours before installing the appliance in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.
• Handle the appliance always with at least two persons because it is heavy.

Installation

• The appliance should be placed in a well-ventilated place. Ensure a space of at least 5 cm above and around the appliance.
• Never place the appliance in a damp area or location where it might be splashed with water. Clean and dry water splashes and stains with a soft clean cloth.
• Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight or in the near of heat sources (e.g. stoves, heaters).
• Install and level the appliance in an area suitable for its size and use.
• [Warning] Keep ventilation openings in the appliance or in the in-built structure clear of obstruction.
• Make sure that the electrical information on the rating plate agrees with the power supply. If it does not, contact an electrician.
• Connect the appliance to the electrical supply (220V-240V 50Hz) with the fitted plug and lead.
• Abnormal voltage fluctuation may cause the appliance to fail to start, or damage to the temperature control or compressor, or there may be an abnormal noise when operating. In such case, an automatic regulator shall be mounted.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• [Warning] Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• [Warning] When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

Daily use

• Use a separate earthed socket for the power supply which is easy accessible. The appliance must be earthed.
• [Warning] Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload, but not allowed to clean or install the refrigerating appliances.
• Keep away children under 3 years of age from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• If cool gas or other inflammable gas is leaking in the vicinity of the appliance, turn off the valve of the leaking gas, open the doors and windows and do not unplug a plug in the power cable of the refrigerator or any other appliance.
• Notice that the appliance is set for operation at a specific ambient range between 16 and 38°C. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long period at a temperature above or below the indicated range.
• Do not place unstable articles (heavy objects, containers filled with water) on top of the refrigerator, to avoid personal injury caused by falling or electric shock caused by contact with water.
• Do not pull on the door shelves. The door may be pulled slant, the bottle rack may be pulled away, or the appliance may topple.
• Open and close the doors only with the handles. The gap between the doors and between the doors and the cabinet is very narrow.
• Do not extend your hands in these areas to avoid pinching your fingers.
• Open or close the refrigerator doors only when there are no children standing within the range of door movement.
• Do not store or use inflammable, explosive or corrosive materials in the appliance or in the vicinity.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• Do not store medicines, bacteria or chemical agents in the appliance. This appliance is a household appliance. It is not recommended to store materials that require strict temperatures.
• Never store liquids in bottles or cans (besides high percentage spirits) especially carbonated beverages in the freezer, as these will burst during freezing.
• Check the condition of food if a warming in the freezer has taken place.
• Do not set unnecessarily low temperature in the refrigerator compartment. Minus temperatures may occur at high settings. Attention: Bottles can burst.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands (wear gloves). Especially do not eat ice lollies immediately after removal from the freezer compartment. There is the risk to freeze or the formation of frost blisters. FIRST aid: keep immediately under running cold water.
• Do not pull away!
• Do not touch the inside surface of the freezer storage compartment when in operation, especially with wet hands, as your hands may freeze onto the surface.
• Unplug the appliance in the event of a power interruption or before cleaning. Allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance, as frequent starting may damage the compressor.
• [Warning] Do not use electrical devices inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Maintenance / cleaning

• Make sure children are supervised if they carry out cleaning and maintenance. Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply before undertaking any routine maintenance. Allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance, as frequent starting may damage the compressor.
• Hold the plug, not the cable, when unplugging the appliance.
• Do not clean the appliance with hard brushes, wire brushes, detergent powder, petrol, amyl acetate, acetone and similar organic solutions, acid or alkaline solutions. Please clean with special refrigerator detergent to avoid damage.
• Do not scrape off frost and ice with sharp objects. Do not use sprays, electric heaters like heater, hair dryer, steam cleaners or other sources of heat in order to avoid damage to the plastic parts.
• [Warning] Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not try to repair, disassemble or modify the appliance by yourself. In case of repair please contact customer service.
• Eliminate the dust on the back of the unit at least once in the year to avoid hazard by fire, as well as increased energy consumption.
• Do not spray or flush the appliance during cleaning.
• Do not use water spray or steam to clean the appliance.
• Do not clean the cold glass shelves with hot water. Sudden temperature change may cause the glass to break.

Refrigerant gas information

The appliance contains the flammable refrigerant ISOBUTANE(R600a). Make sure the refrigerant circuit is not damaged during transportation or installation. Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite. If a damage has occurred, keep away open fire sources, thoroughly ventilate the room, do not plug or unplug the power cords of the appliance or any other appliance. Inform the customer service. In case of eyes get into contact with the refrigerant, rinse immediately under running water and call the eye specialist immediately.

[Warning] This product contains flammable refrigerant isobutane (R600a). It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorised Service Person to service this appliance. In Queensland, the authorized Service Person MUST hold a Gas Work Authorisation for hydrocarbon refrigerants, to carry out Servicing or repairs which involve the removal of covers.

The symbol [Warning Symbol for Flammable Material] indicates there is a risk of fire since flammable materials are used. Take care to avoid causing a fire by igniting flammable material.

Product Description

Diagram of the refrigerator-freezer interior and exterior, showing numbered components:

• 1. Control panel
• 2. Rating plate
• 3. Cabinet shelf
• 4. Fresh Storage bin cover
• 5. Fresh Storage bin
• 6. Freezer Tray
• 7. Upper freezer storage drawer
• 8. Lower freezer storage drawer
• 9. Adjustable feet
• 10. Adjustable door shelf
• 11. Full-width door shelf

For models HRF420BHS/HRF420BHC, additional components are:

• 6. My Zone Bin
• 12. Water tank
• 13. Full-width door shelf

Use

Before first use

• Remove all packaging materials, keep them out of children's reach and dispose of them in an environmentally friendly manner.
• Clean the inside and outside of the appliance with water and a mild detergent before putting any food in it.
• After the appliance has been levelled and cleaned, wait for at least 2 hours before connecting it to the power supply. See Section INSTALLATION.
• Precool the compartments at high settings before loading with food. The function Super Cool and Super Freeze help to cool down the compartments quickly.
• The refrigerator temperature and freezer temperature are automatically set to 5°C and -18°C respectively. These are the recommended settings. If desired, you can change these temperatures manually. Please see FUNCTIONS.

Control panel

The control panel features buttons (K1-K4) and indicators (A-E). The display shows temperature and function status.

• Buttons:
• K1: Holiday selector / My Zone selector
• K2: Fridge selector / Super cool function selector (Press 3 seconds)
• K3: Freezer selector / Super-freezer function selector (Press 3 seconds)
• K4: Panel lock selector
• Indicators:
• A: Super-cool Function
• B: Temperature display (Fridge/Freezer/My zone)
• C: Super-freeze Function
• D: Panel Lock Function
• E: Holiday Function

The buttons on the control panel are physical keys.

Switch on/off the appliance

The appliance is in operation as soon as it is connected to the power supply. When the appliance is powered on for the first time, the display screen illuminates, and the display screen displays the set temperature of the refrigerator by default.

[Info] The appliance is preset to the recommended temperature of 5°C (refrigerator) and -18°C (freezer) and 0°C (myzone, only HRF420BH*). Under normal ambient conditions, you need not to set a temperature. When the appliance is switched on after disconnection from the main power supply, it may take up to 12 hours for the correct temperatures to be reached. Empty the appliance before switching off. To switch off the appliance, pull the power cord out of the power socket.

Manual adjusting mode:

If you want to manually adjust the temperature of the appliance in order to store particular food, you can set the temperature via a temperature adjusting button.

Lock/unlock panel

Touch button "K4" for 3 seconds to block all panel elements against activation. The related indicator "D" is now displayed. For unlocking the control panel, press the button for 3 seconds again.

When the fresh food compartment (fridge compartment) door is opened for more than 3 minutes, a door opening alarm will be activated. The alarm can be silenced by closing the door. If the door is left open for more than 7 minutes, the light in the fridge compartment and control panel illumination will automatically switch off.

Adjust the temperature

The indoor temperatures are influenced by the following factors:

• Ambient temperature
• Frequency of door opening
• Amount of stored foods
• Installation of the appliance

Adjust the temperature for fridge

1. Unlock the panel if it is locked.
2. Press button "K2" (Fridge) to select the fridge compartment. Indicator "B" is flashing.
3. Press button "K2" to set the refrigerator temperature. The temperature decreases in sequences of 1°C from a maximum of 9°C to a minimum of 1°C, switching to 9°C again when pressing further. The optimum temperature in the refrigerator is 5°C. Colder temperatures mean unnecessary energy consumption.
4. Press any key except "K2" to confirm, or the setting confirms automatically after 5 seconds. Indicator "B" stops flashing.

Adjust the temperature for freezer

1. Unlock the panel if it is locked.
2. Press button "K3" (Freezer) to select the freezer compartment. Indicator "B" is flashing.
3. Press button "K3" (Freezer) to set the freezer temperature. The temperature decreases in sequences of 1°C from a maximum of -14°C to a minimum of -24°C, switching to -14°C again when pressing further. The optimum temperature in the freezer is -18°C. Colder temperatures mean unnecessary energy consumption.
4. Press any key except "K3" (Freezer) to confirm, or the setting confirms automatically after 5 seconds. Indicator "B" stops flashing.

Super cool function

Switch on the Super cool function if a larger quantity of food should be stored (for example, after a purchase). The Super cool function accelerates the cooling of fresh food and protects the goods already stored from undesirable warming. The factory setting temperature is +1°C.

1. Unlock the panel if it is locked.
2. Press button "K2" (Fridge) for 3 seconds. Indicator "A" illuminates and the function is activated.
3. The same operation can exit Super cool function.

[Info] This function will be automatically disabled after 3 hours.

Super freeze function

Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible to the core. This preserves the best nutritional value, appearance, and taste. The Super freeze function accelerates the freezing of fresh food and protects the goods already stored from undesirable warming. If you need to freeze a large amount of food once, it is recommended to set the Super-freeze function on ahead for 24h before the usage of the Freezer compartment.

1. Unlock the panel if it is locked.
2. Press button "K3" (Freeze) for 3 seconds. Indicator "C" illuminates and the function is activated.
3. The same operation can exit Super freeze function.

[Info] The Super-freeze function will automatically switch off after 50 hours. The appliance is then operated at the previously set temperature.

My Zone Storage (Only HRF420BH*)

The fridge compartment is equipped with a My Zone drawer. In accordance with the food's storage demands, the most suitable function can be selected to get the optimal nutritional value of the foods. The temperature setting of Myzone is -1 to 5°C. You can adjust according to the type of food you store. The following are some of the suggestions:

• (2~4 °C) is suitable to store fruit and vegetable.
• (0 °C) is suitable to cool beverages like beer, soft-drinks, yogurts, etc.
• (-1°C) is suitable to store fresh seafood and meat.

[Info] Due to the different water content within different types of meat or seafood, on occasions it may occur that some food will experience freezing to a degree when stored at a temperature of 0°C or below. Freshly cut meat should be stored in the My Zone drawer. Please do not store fruit and vegetables in the Seafood and Meat function. Due to the high water content of fruits and vegetables, it is likely they will experience some freezing and be damaged. It is easy to freeze fruit and vegetables.

Select the function for My Zone drawer

1. Unlock the panel if it is locked.
2. Press button "K1" to select the Myzone compartment. Indicator "B" is flashing.
3. Press button "K1" to set the Myzone temperature. The temperature decreases in sequences of 1°C from a maximum of 5°C to a minimum of -1°C, switching to 5°C again when pressing further.
4. Press any key except "K1" to confirm, or the setting confirms automatically after 5 seconds. Indicator "K1" stops flashing.

[Info] My zone storage temperature setting number cannot be higher than the fridge temperature setting number.

Holiday function (Only HRF420B*)

This function sets the refrigerator temperature permanently to 17°C. This allows to keep the door of the empty refrigerator closed without causing an odour or mould – during a long absence (e.g. during holiday). The freezer compartment is free for your setting.

• Unlock the panel if it is locked.
• Press button K1 (Holiday).
• Indicator "E" illuminates and the function is activated.
• The function can be deactivated by pressing button K1 (Holiday) again or by setting the refrigerator temperature or by performing any other setting.

[Warning] During the holiday function, no goods must be stored in the refrigerator compartment. The temperature of +17°C is too high for storing food.

Water dispenser (Only HRF420BH*)

With the water dispenser, cool drinking water can be tapped. The water tank should be cleaned before first use (see CARE AND CLEANING).

Filling the water tank

[Warning] Use drinking water only.

1. Ensure that the water tank is properly inserted (see EQUIPMENT).
2. Rotate and lift the round lid (A) and fill the water tank up with fresh drinking water.
3. Fill water only up to the mark (1.8 L); as it could overflow when the door opens and closes.
4. Close the round lid until it clicks into place.

[Info] Before refilling, dispose of residual water and clean the water tank. When you don't need water for a long time, please empty the water tank and insert the cleaned tank. The cover (C) on the water tank is additionally used to save energy. If you do not want to get water from the water dispenser for a long period, please still install the cover because of better insulating and saving energy.

Getting water from the dispenser

1. Place a glass underneath the water outlet.
2. Push it gently against the water dispenser lever with your glass.

Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out.

Tips on storing fresh food

Storing into the refrigerator compartment

• Keep your fridge temperature below 5°C.
• Hot food must be cooled to room temperature before storing in the appliance.
• Foods stored in the refrigerator should be washed and dried before storing.
• Food to be stored should be properly sealed to avoid odour or taste alterations.
• Do not store excessive quantities of food. Leave spaces between foods to allow cold air flowing around them, for a better and more homogeneous cooling.
• Foods eaten daily should be stored at the front of the shelf.
• Leave a gap between foods and the inner walls, allowing air flowing. In special way, don't store foods against the rear wall: foods could freeze against the rear wall. Avoid direct contact of food (especially oily or acidic food) with the inner liner, as oil/acid can erode the inner liner. Clean away oily/acid dirt whenever it is found.
• Defreeze frozen food in the fridge storage compartment. This way, you can use the frozen food to decrease the temperature in the compartment and save energy.
• The ageing process of fruit and vegetables such as courgettes, melons, papaya, banana, pineapple, etc. can be accelerated in the refrigerator. Therefore, it is not advisable to store them in the refrigerator. However, the ripening of strongly green fruits can be promoted for a certain period. Onions, garlic, ginger and other root vegetables should also be stored at room temperature.
• Unpleasant odours inside the fridge are a sign that something has spilled and cleaning is required. See CARE AND CLEANING.

Food storage locations

Storage into the freezer compartment

• Keep the freezer temperature at -18°C.
• 24 hours before freezing, switch on the Super-freeze function; for small quantities of food, 4-6 hours are sufficient.
• Hot food must be cooled to room temperature before storing in the freezer compartment.
• Food cut into small portions will freeze faster and be easier to defrost and cook. The recommended weight for each portion is less than 2.5 kg.
• It is better to pack food before putting it into the freezer. The outside of the packaging must be dry to avoid bags sticking together. Packaging materials should be odour-free, airtight, non-poisonous and non-toxic.
• In order to avoid expiration of storage periods, please note the freezing date, time limit and name of the food on the packaging according to the storage periods of different foods.
• [Warning] Acid, alkali and salt etc. could erode the internal surface of the freezer. Do not place the food having these substances (e.g. sea fish) directly on the internal surface. Salt water in the freezer should be cleaned up immediately.
• Do not exceed the food storage times recommended by the manufacturers. Only take the required amount of food out of the freezer.
• Consume defrosted food quickly. Defrosted food cannot be re-frozen unless it is first cooked, otherwise it may be less edible.
• Do not load excessive quantities of fresh food in the freezer compartment. Refer to the freezing capacity of the freezer – See TECHNICAL DATA or data at the type plate.
• Food can be stored in the freezer at a temperature of at least -18°C for 2 to 12 months, depending on its properties.
• When freezing fresh food, avoid bringing it in contact with already frozen food. Risk of thawing!
• Defreeze frozen food in the fridge. This way, you can use the frozen food to decrease the temperature in the compartment and save energy.

When storing commercially frozen foods, please follow these guidelines:

• Always follow manufacturers' guidelines for the length of time you should store food for. Do not exceed these guidelines!
• Try to keep the length of time between purchase and storage as short as possible to preserve food quality.
• Buy frozen foods, which have been stored at a temperature of -18°C or below.
• Avoid buying food which has ice or frost on the packaging – This indicates that the products might have been partially defrosted and refrozen at some point - temperature rises affect the quality of food.

Equipment

Multi-air-flow

The refrigerator is equipped with a multi-air-flow system, with which cool air flows are located on every shelf level. This helps to maintain a uniform temperature to ensure that your food is kept fresher for longer.

Adjustable shelves

The height of the shelves can be adjusted to fit your storage needs.

1. To relocate a shelf, remove it first by uplifting its hind edge (1) and pulling it out (2).
2. To reinstall it, put it on the lugs on both sides and push it to the most rearward position until the rear of the shelf is fixed inside the slots in the sides.

[Info] Ensure that all ends of a shelf are level.

My Zone bin (Only models with My zone bin) and Fresh Storage bin

For use and setting of the My Zone bin, please check section USE. To remove the bin:

• Pull out (1) to the maximum extent.
• Lift (2) to separate the bin from the rail and remove (3).
• It can be mounted in reverse order.
• Use the same process for the Fresh Storage bin.

Removable door shelf

The door racks can be removed for cleaning:

• Place hands on each side of the shelf, lift it upwards (1) and pull it out (2).
• In order to insert the door shelf, the above steps are carried out in reverse order.

Removable water tank (Only models with water dispenser) HRF420BH*

The water tank can be removed and reinstalled for cleaning in the same way as the door shelves.

Insert water tank (Only models with water dispenser) HRF420BH*

Place the water tank in the position that the water outlet (B) fits into the opening of the door. Make sure that the water tank is locked.

Ice cube tray

1. Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 full of water, close it with the cover and put it into the pre-freezer compartment.
2. Twist the ice cube tray slightly or hold it under flowing water to loosen the ice cubes.

Energy saving tips

• Make sure the appliance is properly ventilated (see INSTALLATION).
• Do not install the appliance in direct sunlight or in the near of heat sources (e.g. stoves, heaters).
• Avoid unnecessarily low temperature in the appliance. The energy consumption increases the lower the temperature in the appliance is set.
• Functions like SUPER COOL or SUPER FREEZE consume more energy.
• Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the appliance.
• Open the appliance door as little and as briefly as possible.
• Do not overfill the appliance to avoid obstructing the air flow.
• Avoid air within the food packaging.
• Keep door seals clean so that the door always closes correctly.
• Defreeze frozen food in the fridge storage compartment.

Care and cleaning

[Warning] Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.

Cleaning

Clean the appliance when only little or no food is stored. The appliance should be cleaned every four weeks for good maintenance and to prevent bad stored food odors.

[Warning] Do not clean the appliance with hard brushes, wire brushes, detergent powder, petrol, amyl acetate, acetone and similar organic solutions, acid or alkaline solutions. Please clean with special refrigerator detergent to avoid damage. Do not spray or flush the appliance during cleaning. Do not use water spray or steam to clean the appliance. Do not clean the cold glass shelves with hot water. Sudden temperature change may cause the glass to break. Do not touch the inside surface of the freezer storage compartment, especially with wet hands, as your hands may freeze onto the surface. In case of heating, check the condition of frozen goods.

• Always keep the door gasket clean.
• Clean the inside and housing of the appliance with a sponge dampened in warm water and neutral detergent.
• Rinse and dry with soft cloth.
• Do not clean any of the parts of the appliance in a dishwasher.
• Allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance as frequent starting may damage the compressor.

Cleaning the water tank (Only models with water dispenser) HRF420BH*

1. Take off the water tank out of the appliance.
2. Remove the cover (A).
3. Unscrew the dispenser cock (B).
4. Clean the tank and dispenser cock with warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent. Make sure all soap is rinsed off.
5. Mount the dispenser cock, close the cover and replace the tank inside the appliance.

Defrosting

The defrosting of the refrigerator and the freezer compartment are done automatically; no manual operation is needed.

Replacing the LED-lamps

[Warning] Do not replace the LED lamp by yourself, it must only be replaced by either the manufacturer or the authorised service agent.

The lamp adopts LED as its light source, featuring low energy consumption and long service life. If there is any abnormality, please contact customer service. See CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Parameters of the lamp:

Non-use for a longer period

If the appliance is not used for an extended period of time, and you will not use the Holiday function for the refrigerator:

• Take out the food.
• Unplug the power cord.
• Clean the appliance as described above.
• Keep the door and freezer drawers/door open to prevent the creation of bad odours inside.

[Info] Turn the appliance off only if strictly necessary.

Moving the appliance

1. Remove all food and unplug the appliance.
2. Secure shelves and other moveable parts in the fridge and the freezer with adhesive tape.
3. Do not tilt the refrigerator more than 45° to avoid damaging the refrigerating system.

[Warning] Do not lift the appliance by its handles. Never place the appliance horizontally on the ground.

Troubleshooting

Many occurring problems could be solved by yourself without specific expertise. In case of a problem please check all shown possibilities and follow below instructions before you contact an after sales service. See CUSTOMER SERVICE.

[Warning] Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Electrical equipment should be serviced only by qualified electrical experts, because improper repairs can cause considerable consequential damages. A damaged supply should only be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Troubleshooting Table

Power interruption

In the event of a power cut, food should remain safely cold for about 16 hours. Follow these tips during a prolonged power interruption, especially in summer:

• Open the door/drawer as few times as possible.
• Do not put additional food into the appliance during a power interruption.
• If prior notice of a power interruption is given and the interruption duration is longer than 16 hours, make some ice and put it in a container in the top of the refrigerator compartment.
• An inspection of the goods is required immediately after the interruption.
• As temperature in the refrigerator will rise during a power interruption or other failure, the storage period and edible quality of food will be reduced. Any food that defrosts should be either consumed, or cooked and refrozen (where suitable) soon afterwards in order to prevent health risks.

Installation

Unpacking

[Warning] The appliance is heavy. Always handle with at least two persons. Keep all packaging materials out of children's reach and dispose of them in an environmentally friendly manner. Take the appliance out of the packaging. Remove all packaging materials.

Environmental conditions

The room temperature should always be between 16°C and 38°C, since it can influence the temperature inside the appliance and its energy consumption. Do not install the appliance near other heat-emitting appliances (ovens, refrigerators) without isolation. Do not place the product on flooring covered with carpet, overly flexible, unstable or easily damaged by moisture.

Door reversibility

Before the appliance is permanently installed, check the correct position of the door hinge. If necessary, see section DOOR REVERSIBILITY.

Space requirement

Required space when door is opened:

Diagram showing required space dimensions W1, W2, D1, D2.

Ventilation cross-section

Allow sufficient space to the right, left, back, and top for air circulation. This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower.

Diagram showing ventilation clearances (50mm on sides, back, and top).

Aligning the appliance

The appliance should be placed on a flat and solid surface.

1. Tilt the appliance slightly backwards.
2. Set the feet to the desired level.

Make sure the distance to the wall on the hinge side is at least 100 mm for the door to open properly.

3. The stability can be checked by alternately bumping on the diagonals. The slightly swaying should be the same in both directions. Otherwise, the frame can warp; possible leaking door seals are the result. A low tendency to the rear facilitates the closing of the door.

Diagrams illustrating tilting, setting feet, and checking stability.

Waiting time

To the maintenance-free lubrication oil is located in the capsule of the compressor. This oil can get through the closed pipe system during slanting transport. Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, you have to wait 2 hours so that the oil runs back into the capsule.

Diagram showing a clock with "2 h" indicating waiting time.

Electrical connection

Before each connection, check if:

• Power supply, socket, and fusing are appropriate to the rating plate.
• The power socket is earthed and no multi-plug or extension.
• The power plug and socket are strictly according.
• Connect the plug to a properly installed household socket.

[Warning] To avoid risks, a damaged power cord must be replaced by the customer service (see warranty card).

Door Reversibility

Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, you should check whether the door swing must be changed from right (as delivered) to left, if this is required by the installation location and the usability.

[Warning] The appliance is heavy. You need two persons to carry out the door reversibility. Before any operation, first unplug the appliance from the mains. Do not tilt the appliance more than 45° to prevent damage of the cooling system.

1. Provide necessary tool.
2. Unplug the appliance from the main supply firstly.
3. Remove the fixation of the cover.
4. Remove the screw at the hinge.
5. Remove the hinge cover.
6. Unscrew the upper hinge.
7. Lift the loose upper door carefully off the lower hinge.
8. Change the trim cover from the current position to opposite side.
9. Change the door stop from the current position to opposite side.
10. Release the nut for the upper hinge, flip the hinge shaft, and lock the nut.
11. Change the trim cover on the left side of the box from the current position to opposite side.
12. Unscrew the lower hinge of the upper door.
13. Change the positions of the blanking plugs and the screw on the side.

Diagrams illustrating the steps for door reversibility, including removing doors, hinges, and covers.

14. Take out the new lower hinges from the accessory bag and screw the new lower hinge to the other side of the door opening.
15. Lift the lower door carefully onto the lower hinge so that the pivot fits into the hinge barrel.
16. Be sure the pivot fits into the hinge barrel of the lower door.
17. Change the hinges from the current position to opposite side and screw the hinge of the upper door to the other side of the door opening.
18. Lift the door carefully onto the lower hinge so that the pivot fits into the hinge barrel.
19. Fix the upper hinge with the screws.

After the change of the door, check that the door seals are located properly on the housing and all screws are tightened well.

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