Midea MDRB471MGF Bottom Mounted Freezer

Warning notices: Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with your dealer or manufacturer for details. The diagram above is just for reference. Please take the appearance of the actual product as the standard.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Product model	MDRB471MGF*
Rated Voltage/Frequency	220-240V~/50Hz
Rated Current	0.9A
Fresh Food Storage Compartment Volume	223L
Frozen Food Storage Volume	123L
Temperature Rise Time	15h
Freezing Capacity	14kg/24h

Product model	MDRB522MGE*
Rated Voltage/Frequency	220-240V~/50Hz
Rated Current	1.1A
Fresh Food Storage Compartment Volume	263L
Frozen Food Storage Volume	123L
Temperature Rise Time	15h
Freezing Capacity	14kg/24h

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Names of components

1. Door switch
2. LED light
3. Shelf
4. LED light (for some models)
5. Fruits & vegetables box
6. Meat & fish box
7. Door tray
8. Drawer

ATTENTION
The picture above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor.

PRODUCT INSTALLATION

Install Instruction
For refrigerating appliances with climate class

• Depending on the climate class, this refrigerator is intended to be used at an ambient temperature range as specified in the following table.
• The climate class can be found on the rating plate. The product may not operate properly at temperatures outside of the specific range.
• You can find the climate class on the product label.

Effective temperature range

• The product is designed to operate normally in the temperature range specified by its class rating.

Class	Symbol	Ambient temperature range °C
		IEC 62552 (ISO 15502)	ISO 8561
Extended temperate	SN	+ 10 to + 32	+ 10 to + 32
Temperate	N	+ 16 to + 32	+ 16 to + 32
Subtropical	ST	+ 16 to + 38	+ 18 to + 38
Tropical	T	+ 16 to + 43	+ 18 to + 43

Dimensions and Clearances

• Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in the degradation of freezing capability and increased electricity costs. the refrigerator both sides should be placed against the wall with a free distance more than 100mm, and the refrigerator back against the wall distance not more than 75 mm.

ATTENTION
The picture above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor.

Space requirement diagram (when the door is open and when the door is closed)

Model	Width	Overall Height	Depth	Width doors open 125o	Depth doors open 125o	Depth doors open 90o
	A	B	C	D	E	E1
MDRB471MGF*	595	1850	660	1020	1150	1230
MDRB522MGE*	595	2010	660	1020	1150	1230

Notice: All dimensions in mm.

Door right-left change 

 

1. Please power off this appliance before conduct this operation. Remove all food from door shelves.
2. Remove the upper left hinge cover decorative cover, upper right hinge cover and upper right hinge, and disconnect the right signal line (signal line terminal 1, 2) at the top of the box body.
3. Remove the refrigerated door body (be careful not to lose small parts such as the shaft sleeve and stop on the door); Remove the middle hinge and remove the decorative cover of hinge hole on the other side.
4. Remove the freezing door body (be careful not to lose small parts such as the shaft sleeve and stop on the door); Remove the hinge and adjust the angle. Remove and install the lower hinge shaft to the other side of the hinge, and install the modified lower hinge to the other side of the box.
5. Change the refrigerator door:
   1. Remove the cover plate of the upper end cover of the refrigeration door and the left decorative cover. Install the upper shaft sleeve and the signal line of the door body to the other side and cover the upper end cover plate. Take out the right decorative cover from the accessory bag and install it to the other side of the upper end cover.
   2.  Remove the door self-locking, door stop and shaft sleeve of the refrigeration door, take out the left door self-locking from the accessory bag, install it on the left side of the lower end cover of the refrigeration door, change the door stop and shaft sleeve to the left side of the lower end cover of the refrigeration door.
6. Change the freezing door:
   1. Remove the shaft sleeve and cap of the upper end cover of the freezing door and install them at the left and right swap positions.
   2. Remove the door self-locking, door stop and shaft sleeve of the freezing door, take out the left door self-locking from the accessory bag, install it on the left side of the lower end cover of the freezing door, change the door stop and shaft sleeve to the left side of the lower end cover of the freezing door.
7. Install the replaced freezing door on the lower hinge, then install the middle hinge and cover the hinge hole decorative cover.
8. Remove the upper left hinge cover and upper left hinge from the accessory bag. Place the refrigerated door body on the middle hinge and install the upper left hinge. Connect the refrigerator top signal line 4 to the door body signal line 1. Finally, replace the hinge decorative cover to the right side of the box body (note: when replacing the hinge decorative cover to the right side of the box body, the two inserts on the hinge decorative cover (as shown in the figure) shall be cut off.)

All illustrations without guarantee. Technical changes reserved.

Leveling feet

• To avoid vibration, the appliance must be leveled.
• If required, adjust the leveling feet to compensate for the uneven floor.
• The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing.
• Leveling feet can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly.
• Turn the leveling feet counter clockwise to raise the unit, clockwise to  lower it.

Changing the light
Any replacement or maintenance of the LED lamps is intended to be made by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualified person.

Connecting the appliance
After installing the appliance, connect the power plug into a socket outlet.

ATTENTION
After connecting the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet, wait 2 or 3 hours before you put food into the appliance. If you add food before the appliance has cooled completely, your food may spoil.

Tips for energy saving

• Do not place the appliance near cookers, radiators or other heat sources. If the ambient temperature is high, the compressor will run more frequently and for longer, resulting in increased energy consumption.
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation at the base of the appliance, on the sides of the appliance and at the back of the appliance. Never cover ventilation openings.
• Please also observe the spacing dimensions in the chapter “Installation”.
• The arrangement of drawers, shelves and racks as shown in the illustration offers the most efficient use of energy and should therefore be retained as far as possible. All drawers and shelves should remain in the appliance to keep the temperature stable and save energy.
• To obtain a larger storage space (e.g. for large refrigerated/frozen goods), the middle drawers can be removed. The top and bottom drawers and shelves should be removed last if necessary.
• An evenly filled refrigerator/freezer compartment contributes to optimal energy use. Therefore, avoid empty or half-empty compartments.
• Allow warm food to cool before placing it in the refrigerator/freezer. Food that has already cooled down increases energy efficiency.
• Allow frozen food to defrost in the refrigerator. The coldness of the frozen food reduces the energy consumption in the refrigerator compartment and thus increases the energy efficiency.
• Open the door only as briefly as necessary to minimise cold loss. Opening the door briefly and closing it properly reduces energy consumption.
• The door seals of your appliance must be perfectly intact so that the doors close properly and energy consumption is not increased unnecessarily.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Control panel

	Display		Button
1	Refrigerating chamber temperature display area	A	Temperature setting button of refrigerating chamber
2	Freezing chamber temperature display area	B	Temperature setting button of freezing chamber
3	Super cool icon	C	Super cool/super freezing button
4	Super freeze icon
5	Vacation icon
6	Lock icon

ATTENTION

The actual control panel may differ from model to model.

Display

• The first time the power was turn on for the refrigerator, the display screen will total display for 3 seconds. Then the screen enters the normal display of the operation. The first time for using the refrigerator, temperatures of refrigerating chamber, temperature and freezing chamber should be set at 5° C/-18 °C respectively.
• When the error occurs, the display panel shows the error code (see next page), during normal running, the display panel shows the set temperature of refrigerating chamber, freezing chamber.
• Under normal circumstances, if there is no any manual operation on refrigerator last for 30 seconds, the control panel will lock itself automatically, and in locked state, the display light will go out after 30 seconds.

Lock / unlock

• In the non-locking state, press and hold the button for 3 seconds to enter the locked state and the lock buzzer will sound.
• In the locked state, press and hold the button for 3 seconds to enter the unlocked state and the unlocking buzzer will sound.
• After 30 seconds of no button operation, it will automatically enter the locked state, and the external display board with amusic buzzer will sound the lock buzzer at the same time.
• The alarm sound release operation can be carried out in the locked state, and all other key operations must be carried out in the unlocked state.
• If the operation is in the locked state, an error buzzer will be displayed.

Temperature setting of refrigerating chamber

• Click the button to change the set temperature of refrigerating chamber, each click of temperature adjusting button of the refrigerating chamber, the set temperature will be reduced 1°C.
• The temperature setting range of refrigerating chamber is 2°C ~ 8°C. When the set temperature is 2°C.
• Click the button again, the set temperature of refrigerating chamber will switch to 8°C.

Temperature setting of freezing chamber

• Click the button freezing to change the set temperature of freezing chamber,  each click of temperature adjusting button of the freezing chamber, the set temperature will be reduced 1°C.
• The temperature setting range for freezing chamber is -24 ~ -16°C.
• When the temperature is -24°C, click the button again, the set temperature of freezing chamber will switch to -16°C.

ATTENTION

• Recommended setting: refrigerating chamber 4°C, freezing chamber -18°C.

Vacation mode

• Long press the refrigeration temperature adjustment button(3s) to set/cancel the holiday mode.
• When setting the holiday mode, the refrigeration is turned off, the refrigeration temperature display area is extinguished, and the freezing is automatically set to -18°C;
• Adjusting the refrigeration/freezing/super cool and super freezer buttons will exit the holiday mode.
• When exiting the holiday mode, the refrigeration set temperature will automatically return to the set temperature before the holiday mode; the freezing set temperature will automatically return to the set temperature before the holiday mode; enter the normal operation mode.

Super cool and super freezer mode

• Press the button, the setting sequence is: super cool ->super freezer -> cancel.
• When setting/cancelling the super cool mode, the corresponding super cool icon is on/off. When setting the super cool mode, the refrigeration is automatically set to 2°C.When exiting the super-cool mode, the set temperature of the refrigerating room will automatically return to the set temperature before the quick cooling mode.
• When the super-freezer mode is set, the corresponding super freezer icon is lit. When the super-freezer mode is set, the freezing is automatically set to – 24°C.When exiting the super-freezer mode, the set temperature of the freezer compartment will automatically return to the set temperature before the super freezer mode.
• Super cool mode automatically disabled for 6H.Super freezer mode automatically disabled for 24H.

ATTENTION

• The super freezing function is designed to maintain the nutritional value of the food in the freezer. It can freeze the food in the shortest time. If a large amount of food is frozen at one time, it is recommended that the user turn on the super freezing function and put the food in. At this time, the freezing speed of the freezer compartment is increased, which can quickly freeze the food, effectively lock the nutrition of the food, and facilitate storage.

Door opening sound prompt

• In the unlocked state, press and hold the refrigerator temperature adjustment key + freezer temperature adjustment key for 4s to toggle the door opening sound prompt on/off;
• Upon initial power-up, the door opening sound prompt is defaulted to be turned off.

Opening warning and alarm control

• If the refrigerator door is open for 120 seconds without closing, the buzzer will alarm until the refrigerator door is closed; any key will cancel the buzzer alarm.

Fault indication

• The following warnings appearing on the display indicate corresponding faults of the refrigerator. Though the refrigerator may still have cold storage function with the following faults, the user shall contact a maintenance specialist for maintenance, so as to ensure optimized operation of the appliance.

Fault code	Fault Description
E1	Temperature sensor failure of refrigerating chamber
E2	Temperature sensor failure of freezing chamber
E3	Temperature sensor failure of meat & fish zone
E5	Freezing defrost sensor detection circuit error
E6	Communication error
E7	Ambient temperature sensor error

Tips on storing food

Freezer compartment

• The freezer is designated for the storage of food frozen at very low temperature, long-term storage of frozen food, and for the production of ice.
• Only use the shelves in the door of the freezer to store frozen food, not for storing hot food designated for freezing.
• Do not put fresh and frozen food next to each other. The frozen food may thaw.
• When freezing fresh food (such as meat, fish or chopped meat), cut them into parts that can be used at the same time.
• Storing frozen food: instructions are usually stated on the packages, which must be followed. If there is no information on the packaging, food should not be stored for longer than three months from the date of purchase.
• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it was frozen at a suitable temperature and that the packaging is not damaged.
• Frozen food should be kept in suitable packages to retain the quality and should be returned to the freezer compartment as soon as possible.
• If a package of frozen food shows moisture or abnormal bulging, it is probable that it was stored at the wrong temperature and the content is spoiled.
• The storage period for frozen food depends on the room temperature, the thermostat setting, the frequency of opening the door of the freezer, the type of food and the time of transporting the product from the shop to the household. Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the maximum storage time stated on the package.

Cooling compartment

• To reduce moisture and subsequent ice build-up, never put liquid into the refrigerator in unsealed containers. Frost tends to concentrate in the coolest parts of the evaporator. Storing uncovered liquids results in a more frequent need for defrosting.
• Never put warm foods in the refrigerator. These should first cool down at room temperature and then be placed so as to ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator.
• Foods or food containers should not touch the back wall of the refrigerator because they could freeze to the wall. Do not keep regularly opening the door of the refrigerator.
• Meat and clean fish (packed in a package or plastic foil) can be placed in the refrigerator, which can be used in 1–2 days.
• Fruit and vegetables without packaging can be placed in the part designated for fresh fruit and vegetables.

ATTENTION
The optimal temperature setting of each compartment depends on the ambient temperature. Above optimal temperature is based on the ambient temperature of 25 °C.

ATTENTION
please store different foods according to the compartments or target storage temperature of your purchased.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Defrosting

• The refrigerator is made based on the air-cooling principle and thus has automatic defrosting function. Frost formed due to change of season or temperature may also be manually removed by disconnection of the appliance from power supply or by wiping with a dry towel.

Cleaning of door tray

• According to the direction arrow in the figure below, use both hands to squeeze the tray, and push it upward, then you can take it out.
• After washing the tray having been taken out, you can adjust its installing height in accordance with your requirement.

Cleaning of glass shelf

• As the innermost part of the refrigerator liner where contacting the shelves has a backstop, you shall raise the shelves upward, then you can be able to take it out.
• Adjust or clean the shelves according to your requirement.

Cleaning the vegetable drawer

1. Remove the contents of the drawer. Hold the handle of the vegetable drawer and pull it out completely until it stops.
2. Lift the vegetable drawer up and remove it by pulling it out.

ATTENTION
Soft towels or sponge dipped in water and non-corrosive neutral detergents are suggested for cleaning. The freezer of shall be finally cleaned with clean water and dry cloth. Open the door for natural drying before the power is turned on. Do not use hard brushes, clean steel balls, wire brushes, abrasives, such as toothpastes, organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items clean refrigerator considering that this may damage the fridge surface and interior.

Stop using

• Power failure:
  In case of power failure, even if it is in summer, foods inside the appliance can be kept for several hours; during the power failure, the times of door opening shall be reduced, and no more fresh food shall be put into the appliance.
• Long–time nonuse:
  The appliance shall be unplugged and then cleaned; then the doors are left open to prevent odor.
• Moving:
  Before the refrigerator is moved, take all objects inside out, fix the glass partitions, vegetable holder, freezing chamber drawers and etc. with tape, and tighten
  the leveling feet; close the doors and seal them with tape. During moving, the appliance shall not be laid upside down or horizontally, or be vibrated; the inclination during movement shall be no more than 45°.

ATTENTION
The appliance shall run continuously once it is started. Generally, the operation of the appliance shall not be nterrupted; otherwise the service life may be impaired.
Foods can be preserved for a couple of hours even in summer in case of power failure; it is recommended to reduce the frequency of opening door.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

The following simple issues can be handled by the user. Please call the after-sale service department if the issues are not solved.

Problem	Possible Causes	Solution
Not operate	The power supply is not turned on and the plug is not firmly inserted. Low voltage, power failure or part of the circuit tripped.	Insert the power cord plug firmly. Check the power supply at home.
Light not on	The appliance is not powered on. The light is broken.	Unplug and re-plug the power cord. Replace the light with a new one.
Fruits or vegetables are frozen	Has the food been placed at the back of the fridge? The area near the back wall is where the temperatures are coldest. Fruits or vegetables are stored in the Fresh/ Chill zone.	Not placing food which may freeze easily at the back of the fridge compartment. The Fresh/Chill zone is only for meat/ fish.
Fridge/freezer is over-cooling	Temperature control is not set correctly.	Set the temperature higher.
Compressor working for a long time	High ambient temperature causing long working time. Putting too much food in at one time. Food is put in before it has cooled down. Opening the door too often. The frost layer inside is too thick.	This is normal. Do not put too much food in at one time. Wait until the food has cooled down before putting it in. Do not open the door too often. Need to defrost.
Door does not close properly	Door is stuck with objects. Too much food in. Door gasket deformed.	Do not put in too much food. Place the appliance stably. Heat the door gasket, then cool it for restoration (with an electrical drier or hot water for heating).
Outer wall is hot	When the appliance is operating, heat is dissipated to the outside through the metal tubes inside the cabinet. Higher ambient temperatures in the summer cause the temperature of the outer wall to rise.	Higher temperature on the outer wall is normal .Increase the heat dissipation space, or put the appliance in a ventilated and cool place.
Cross or vertical beams are hot	There are metal tubes inside the beams, and the heat released from the tubes prevents condensation.	This is normal.
Odors	Spoiled food Food with strong odors The interior compartment is dirty.	Clean and remove any spoiled food. Make sure strong smelling food is wrapped airtight .Clean the interior compartment.
The actual temperature differs from the set temperature	When warm food is put in, the temperature will rise temporarily. After setting a new temperature, it will take some time for the temperature in the compartment to reach the set temperature when the door is not opened. After the temperature stability, the actual temperatures at different locations within the compartment are different, with a deviation of about ±3°C.	This is normal. Wait for some time before testing the actual temperature.
Condensation forms on the outside	Condensation may form when the humidity in the room is high.	This is normal. Wipe off the condensation using a dry cloth.

Problem	Possible Causes	Solution
Condensation forms inside the fridge and drawers	The fridge maintains a high humidity to keep vegetables and other food items fresh. Humidity is too high in the room and doors have been opened frequently. The door gasket are not tight.	Wipe off the condensation using a dry cloth. Do not open doors as frequently or do not keep them open too long. Check the door gasket, clean or correct position.
Frost around the vents	Door is not closed properly. The door gasket are not tight.	Make sure food does not block the door. Check the door gasket, clean or correct position.
Hard to open the door	The difference in air pressure between the inside and outside of the compartment may sometimes make it hard to open the freezer door.	Wait a few moments, and then try to open the door slowly.
Not making ice cubes (Only models with ice maker)	The ice making function not turned on. The appliance is not being supplied with water. The water pipe has kinks in it. The water pipe connection is installed incorrectly. Water pressure is too low.	Switch on the ice maker. Check whether the water supply is on. Straighten out the kinks. Check the water connection. Check the pressure of the water supply, or whether the filter is clogged.

Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the refrigerator, which do not affect its correct operation.

Sounds, which can be easily prevented:

• Noise caused by the appliance which is not level – adjust the position with the adjustable turn-in front feet. Alternatively, place pads made of soft material under the rear rollers, especially when the appliance is placed on tiles.
• Touching the adjacent piece of furniture – move the refrigerator away.
• Creaking of the drawers or shelves – take out and put back the drawer or shelf.
• Sounds of clinking bottles – move bottles apart.

Do you hear these abnormal sounds as below? Usually these sounds are normal.

• CLICK: Some electrical parts in the refrigerator, such as electric valve will make this noise when working. This is normal.
• HISSS: When the refrigerant flows into the evaporator, it will make this noise. This is normal.
• BRRR: The compressor will make this noise when working, and the buzzes are loud particularly upon start or stop. This is normal.
• SSSRRR: The fan motor in the No frost refrigerator will make this noise when working. This is normal.
• BLUBB: Refrigerant flowing through the pipes in the refrigerator will make this noise. This is normal.
• CRACK：Cracking sound or broken
• ice sound: the overall structure of the refrigerator, air duct frost will be with the thermal expansion and contraction of the expansion sound, these are also normal physical phenomenon.

APPENDIX

Special for new European standard
The ordered parts in the following table can be acquired from Service provider channel.

Ordered part	Provided by	Minimum time required for Provision
Thermostats	Professional maintenance personnel	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Temperature sensors	Professional maintenance personnel	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Printed circuit boards	Professional maintenance personnel	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Light sources	Professional maintenance personnel	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door handles	Professional repairers and final users	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door hinges	Professional repairers and final users	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Trays	Professional repairers and final users	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Baskets	Professional repairers and final users	At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door gaskets	Professional repairers and final users	At least 10 years after the last model is launched on the market

Dear customer

1. If you want to return or replace the product, please contact the store where you buy. (Remember to bring the purchase invoice)
2. If your product breaks down which needs to repair, please contact after-sales service provider.

ATTENTION

• The model information in the product database, as well as the model identifier, can be obtained through a weblink scanned by a QR code, if any, on the energy efficiency label of the product.
• For more information about the energy efficiency of the appliance, visit https://ec.europa.eu and search using the model name.
• The model name can be found on the rating label of the appliance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I clean the refrigerator?

It is recommended to clean the refrigerator at least once every three months. Make sure to unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and use mild soap and water for cleaning.

Documents / Resources

	Midea MDRB471MGF Bottom Mounted Freezer [pdf] User Manual MDRB471MGF, MDRB522MGE, MDRB471MGF Bottom Mounted Freezer, MDRB471MGF, Bottom Mounted Freezer, Mounted Freezer, Freezer
	Midea MDRB471MGF Bottom Mounted Freezer [pdf] User Manual MDRB471MGF, MDRB522MGE, MDRB471MGF Bottom Mounted Freezer, Bottom Mounted Freezer, Mounted Freezer, Freezer

References

• User Manual