Refrigerator Use & Care Guide

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Model:

HRF254N6T*E

Table of Contents

Brief introduction

Important safety instructions

Installing your new appliance

Description of the appliance

Display controls

Using your appliance

Cleaning and care

Helpful hints and tips

Trouble shooting

Disposal of the appliance

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Brief Introduction

Please ensure that everyone using this

appliance is familiar with its operation

and safety features. It is important that

you install the appliance correctly and

pay careful attention to the safety

instructions.

We recommend that you keep this user’s

manual with the appliance for future

reference.

This appliance is intended to be used

in households and similar applications

such as:

Thank you for your choosing Hisense. We

are sure you will find your new refrigerator

a pleasure to use. Before you use the

appliance, we recommend that you

carefully read through these instructions,

which provide details about installing and

using the product.

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 supervision or been given

instruction concerning use of the appliance.

Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

Do not store explosive substances such as

aerosol cans with a flammable propellant

in this appliance.

Connect to potable water supply only.

Do not use mechanical devices or other

means to accelerate the defrosting

process, other than those

recommended by the manufacturer.

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Do not use electrical appliances inside

the food storage compartments of the

appliance, unless they are of the type

recommended by the manufacturer.

When disposing of the appliance do so

only at an authorized waste disposal

center. Do not expose to flame.

If the power cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer, its

service agent or similarly qualified

persons in order to avoid a hazard.

WARNING

Kitchen areas in shops, offices and other

working environments.

Hotels, motels and other residential

environments.

Bed and breakfast environments.

Catering and similar non-commericial

applications.

General safety and daily use

It is important to use your appliance

safely. We recommend that you follow the

guidelines below.

Store any food in accordance with the

storage instructions from the manufacturer.

Important Safety Instructions

Safety for children and

other persons

Don't try to repair the appliance yourself.

It is dangerous to alter the

specifications or modify this product in

any way. Any damage to the power

cord may cause a short circuit, fire or

electric shock.

Don’t place too much food directly

against the air outlet on the rear wall

of both the refrigerator and freezer

compartment, as it may affect

important air circulation.

Don’t place hot items near the plastic

components of this appliance.

Frozen food must not be refrozen once it

has been thawed out.

Don’t store bottled or canned drinks

(especially carbonated drinks) in the

freezer compartment. Bottles and cans

may explode.

Use caution consuming popsicles or ice

cubes straight from the freezer as this can

cause freezer burn to the mouth and lips.

Keep all packaging away from children

to avoid risk of suffocation.

Protect children from being scalded by

touching the compressor at the rear

bottom of appliance

Don’t place items on top of the

appliance as this could cause injury

should they fall off.

Never allow children to play with the

appliance by hanging or standing over

or on the doors, racks, shelves and

drawers etc.

Electrical Safety

To avoid the risks that are always present

when using an electric appliance, we

recommend that you pay attention to

the instructions about electricity belo

We recommend that you wait for 4 hours

before connecting the appliance to

allow the refrigerant to flow back into

the compressor.

The power plug must be accessible

when the appliance is installed.

This appliance must be grounded.

This appliance is fitted with a plug,

in accordance with local standard.

The plug should be suitable for use in all

houses fitted with sockets in accordance

with current specifications.

Electrical Safety

To avoid the risks that are always present

when using an electric appliance, we

recommend that you pay attention to

the instructions about electricity below.

Unpack and check through the

appliance. Should any damage be

evident, don’t plug in the appliance

and contact the dealer from which

you purchased it immediately. Keep all

packing materials in this case.

The appliance requires single phase

alternating current of

110~115V/60Hz. If the voltage fluctuates

exceeding the upper limit, an A.C.

automatic voltage regulator of

than 350W should be applied to the

refrigerator for safe use.

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your

socket outlets, it should be cut off and

carefully disposed of. To avoid a

possible shock hazard, do not insert the

discarded plug into a socket. If in doubt

contact a qualified, registered

electrician.

Make sure that the plug is not squashed

or damaged. Otherwise, it may cause

short circuit, electric shock or overheat

and even cause a fire.

Do not insert the power plug if the

socket is loose, there is a risk of electric

shock or fire.

Switch off the appliance and

disconnect it from the main power

before you clean or move it.

Never unplug the appliance by pulling

on the electrical cord. Always grip the

plug firmly and pull straight out from the

socket to prevent damaging the power

cord.

Any electrical component must be

replaced or repaired by a qualified

electrician or authorized service

engineer. Only genuine replacement

parts should be used.

Do not use electrical appliances such

as ice cream makers inside the food

storage compartments of the

appliance unless they are approved

by the manufacturer.

To avoid eye injury, do not look directly

into the LED light located in the refrigerator

compartment. If it is not functioning

correctly, consult a qualified, registered

electrician or replace it in accordance

with the “Cleaning and Care” chapter.

The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is

contained within the refrigerant circuit of

the appliance. During transportation and

installation of the appliance, ensure that

none of the components of the refrigerant

circuit become damaged.

The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable.

Don't store products which contain

flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans)

or explosive substances in the appliances.

Avoid open flames (candles, lamps etc. )

and other sources of ignition.

Thoroughly ventilate the room in which

the appliance is situated.

Refrigerant

Caution: Risk of Fire

Should the refrigerant circuit

be damaged:

Do not use extension cords or multiple

sockets which could cause overloading

of wiring circuits and could cause a fire.

Always plug your appliance into its own

individual electrical socket with a

voltage rating that matches the

appliance’s rating plate.

Do not operate the appliance without

the cover on the interior lighting.

Installing Your New Appliance

WARNING

Before using the appliance for the first time,

you should be informed of the following tips.

For proper installation, this refrigerator

must be placed on a level surface of

hard material that is the same height

as the rest of the flooring. This surface

should be strong enough to support a

fully loaded refrigerator.

The rollers, which are not casters,

should be only used for forward or

backward movement. Moving the

refrigerator sideways may damage

your floor and the rollers.

Suggestion:

In order to improve efficiency of the

cooling system and save energy, it is

necessary to maintain good ventilation

around the appliance for the dissipation

of heat. For this reason, sufficient clear

space should be available around the

refrigerator.

Ventilation of appliance

This appliance performs well within the

climate class from N to T shown in the table

below. It may not work properly if left at a

temperature above or below the

indicated range for a long period.

Stand your appliance in a dry place to

avoid high moisture.

Keep the appliance out of direct sunlight,

rain or frost. Stand the appliance away

from heat sources such as stoves, fires or

heaters.

Climate class

+50°F to + 90°F

+61°F to + 100°F

+61°F to + 109°F

Ambient temperature

Note:

1/2"

It is advisable for there to be at least

2"(50mm) of clearance from the back of

the fridge to the wall, at least 2"(50mm) of

clearance from its top, at least 1/2"(12mm)

from its side to the wall and a clear

space in front to allow the doors to

open 125°, as shown in the following

diagram.

For sufficient leveling and air circulating

in the lower rear section of the

appliance, the bottom feet may need

to be adjusted. You can adjust them

manually by hand or by using a suitable

tool.

To allow the doors to self-close, tilt the

top backwards by 0.4" - 0.6".

Leveling of appliance

In case your home access door is too

narrow for the refrigerator to pass

through, remove the refrigerator doors

and drawers. If you do not need to

remove the appliance doors, proceed

to ‘Installing Water Lines’ on page 8.

If you need to remove the doors,

continue below.

Door Removal

Tools you will need(Not provided)

Adjustable

bottom feet

Front roller Rear roller

0.4"~0.6"

Adjustable

bottom feet

Allen Wrench (5/32",4mm)

Philips Screwdriver

Wrench (5/16",8mm)

Separate the two connectors on the left

side door. To remove the wire connector,

press the top of the connector (2) and

separate it from the other one. To remove

the water coupler from the hinge, twist and

pull the clips from the coupler. Remove the

water line (3) while pressing the movable

part (4) of the water line coupler.

Clip

1. With the door closed, remove the 3 screws

holding the top cover (1) with Philips (+)

screwdriver, and then remove the top

cover with the entire harness attached.

Remove the 4 hex head bolts hinges (8 )

with an Allen wrench (5/32

",4mm).

Remove the lower left and right door

hinges (9).

Pull out the freezer door and the upper

freezer drawer (10) to the final position.

Take out the upper freezer drawer (11)

by lifting it up from the rail system.

Disassembling the freezer door

Use both hands to open the door more

than 90°. Lift it up and take it off.

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Remove the screws (5) fixed on the hinges

with a wrench (5/16",8mm) and 1 ground

screw (6) attached to the hinge with

Philips (+) screwdriver. Remove the upper

left and right door hinges (7 ).

Re-assembling the freezer door

To reattach the drawer after you moved

the appliance to its final location,

assemble the parts in reverse order.

A water dispenser with a filter is one of the

helpful features on your new appliance.

To help promote better health, the water

filter removes unwanted particles from your

water. However, it does not sterilize or

destroy microorganisms. You may need

to purchase a water purifying system to

do that.

In order for the ice maker to operate

properly, a water line is required.

-the maximum inlet water pressure is 700kPa;

-the minimum inlet water pressure is 207kPa.

Installing the water lines

Remove the lower freezer drawer (12)

by lifting it up.

Remove the 4 screws attached to the

supporting frame (13).

1. Power drill and 1/4’’ drill bit.

2. 1/2’’ or adjustable wrench.

3. Flatblade and Philips head screwdrivers.

1 ferrule

(sleeve)

Saddle-type

Shut offvalve

(1/4” outlet)

one 1/4”

compression

1/4” extension

tubing

1 Coupler 2 Clips

WARNING!

Under normal conditions, a200cc

(5.75 oz.) cup can be filled in about

10 seconds.

If the refrigerator is installed in an area

with low water pressure (below 30psi),

you can install a booster pump to

compensate for the low pressure.

5. Pull out the freezer door and lift it up in

the direction of the arrow.

The water connection must be made

by a qualified plumber. Operation

outside the water pressure range

may cause malfunction, or severe

and damaging water leaks.

What you need to have before you begin

4. You may need to purchase several items to

complete this connection. You may find

these items sold as a kit at local hardware

store.

First, shut off the main water supply.

Connecting to the

water supply line

Cold water line

Pipe clamp

Shut off Valve

Using a power drill and a 1/4’’ drill bit

drill into the cold-water line and

connect the saddle-type shutoff valve.

Connect 1/4’’ extension tubing to shutoff

valve outlet.

Flush the tubing. Turn the main water

supply on and flush out the tubing until

the water is clear. Then, shut the water

off at the water valve after about a quart

of water has flushed through the tubing.

Outllet Valve

Packing Nut

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

Compression Nut

1/4” Extension

tubing

Ferrule(sleeve)

Note:

Ensure that the water line does not get

pinched or bent when installing.

This can result in improper water flow

through the line and will affect the

functionality of the fridge.

Clip

Water line Water line

Coupler

5. Connect the extension tubing line with

the line on the back of the fridge via

the coupler. Fully insert the extension

tubing into the coupler, and then insert

the clip onto the coupler to lock in the

tubing. Do the same with the other

end. After both clips are inserted,

check the line to make sure it is held

firmly by the clips.

Note:

Use only the new tubing supplied with

the refrigerator. Old tubing should not

be used.

After connected to the water supply line,

please open the water valve to flush the

filter for 5 minutes before use. The initial

dark discoloration of water is normal.

When you connect the water line to the

appliance and press the lever of the

dispenser for the first time, it is normal that

there will be a sound of exhaust coming

out from the appliance.

1.The water line must be

connected to the cold water

pipe. If it is connected to the hot

water pipe, it may cause the

purifier to malfunction.

2.Avoid contamination of pipes

during installation.

3.Connect to potable water

supply only.

WARNING!

CAUTION!

Check to see if leaks occur at the

water line connections

Turn the water on and check

for leakage.

Air Channel

Glass Shelf

Foldable-Shelf

Crisper Cover

Automatic Ice Maker

Door Bin

Mullion

Crisper Drawer

Full-width Pantry

Freezer Upper Drawer

Freezer Lower Drawer

Hinge Cover

Door Switch

Mullion Guide Block

Refrigerator LED Light

Water Filter

Display Controls

Your product has one control panel which is installed on the fridge door. Use your

appliance according to the following control guidelines.

When the appliance is powered on for

the first time, the backlighting of the

icons on the display panel start working.

If no buttons have been touched or the

doors are closed, the backlighting will

turn off after 60 seconds.

The control panel consists of two areas

about temperature, and one area

about different modes.

CAUTION!

When you set a temperature,

you set an average temperature for

the whole refrigerator cabinet.

Temperatures inside each

compartment may vary from the

temperatures displayed on the

panel, depending on how much

food you store and where you place

it. High or low room temperature

may also affect the actual

temperature inside the appliance.

Child L ock and D oor Alarm

This button serves two purposes:

Ice Control

1. Child Lock

2.. D oor A larm

This button controls the ice maker. You can

touch the “Ice Off” button to control the

ice maker. When the “Ice Off” function light

is off, the ice maker is working. If you want to

turn off the ice maker, please touch the “Ice

Off” button again until the icon light is on.

Press and hold “Alarm” for 3 seconds to lock

the control panel including the dispenser

function. If the control panel is locked, the

icon " " will be on, and none of the buttons

on the control panel work. To unlock the

control panel, please press and hold “Alarm”

again for 3 seconds.

When the Door Open alarm occurs, the

alarm icon will flash and abuzzing sound

will occur. Press the“Alarm”button and the

alarm icon will stop flashing and the buzzing

will stop. When the door is closed or opened

for along time, the alarm icon will turn off.

Freezer Temperature Control

Fridge Temperature

Control

7°

-11°

6°

5°

F 4°F

3°

2°

F 1°F

0°

-1°F

-10°

- 9°

- 8°

- 7°

- 6°

-5°

-2°F -3°F

-4°

The Super Freeze mode allows you to

freeze items inside with maximum speed.

We recommend that you let the

appliance operate for 6 hours first.

Super Freeze automatically switches off

after 52 hours, and the freezer

temperature setting will revert back to

the previous setting.

When the Super Freeze function is on,

press and hold the “Freezer” button more

than 3 seconds to turn it off. “Super Freezer"

will be off and the temperature will revert

back to the previous setting.

46°

45°

44°

43°

42°

41°

36°

37°

38°

39°

40°36

Super cool automatically switches off after 3

hours, and the refrigerator temperature

setting will revert back to the previous

setting.

When the Super Cool function is on, you

can touch the “Fridge” button again to

switch it off. The fridge will not retain the

Super Cool function when powered off.

After you change the water filter, touch and

hold the “Eco” buttons for 3 seconds to

make the blinking stop. When you replace

the water filter, some water may leak from

the filter and lines. Please let the water flow

into a pan and wipe up any leakage that

may have occurred.

In general, you should change the water

filter every 6 months to ensure the highest

possible water quality.

After the refrigerator has dispensed about

300 gallons of water, the filter icon “ ”

will blink, reminding you to replace the water

filter.

First of all, purchase a new water filter. You

can purchase the new filter from the retailer

where you purchased your refrigerator or

the Hisense after-sales service system.

Make sure that the new filter is the same

filter type that came with your fridge and

can be correctly used in your refrigerator.

Water Filter Indicator

Press the “Freezer” button to change

the freezer temperature. When you

press the button continuously, the

temperature will be set in the following

sequence.

You can touch the “Fridge” button to

change the fridge temperature. When

you touch the button continuously, the

temperature will be set in the following

sequence.

Energy Saving

Touch the Eco button to turn Energy

Saver mode on and off. When you tur

Energy Saver on, the Energy Saver icon

“ ” lights up.

The temperature of the fridge is

automatically switched to 43°F(6°C) and the

freezer to 1°F(-17°C). When entering Energy

Saver mode, "Super Cool" and "Super

Freeze” mode will turn off.

If you want to decrease the time needed

to freeze products in the freezer, press and

hold the “Freezer” button for 3 seconds.

The Super Freeze icon “ ” will illuminate

and the freezer temperature setting will

display -11°F. Super Freeze can quickly

lower the temperature and freeze your

food faster than usual. This can retain

more of the vitamins and nutrients in fresh

food and keep your food longer.

If you want to decrease the time needed

to cool products in the Fridge, touch and

hold this button for 3 seconds. The Super

Cool icon “ ” will illuminate and the fridge

temperature will display 36°F.

Dispenser Control

When the Child Lock is off, you can touch

the “°F/°C” button to switch between

Celsius and Fahrenheit units. The default

state is Fahrenheit display. When it is

switched to Fahrenheit, the icon " "

will be on.

Demo mode

Demo mode is for store display. It

prevents the refrigerator from generating

cool air. In Demo Mode, the refrigerator

may seem like it is working but it will not

make cool air. The indicators on the

control panel will show double "0F". To

active or cancel this mode, press and

hold “Alarm” and “ Eco " keys at the

same time for 3 seconds.

The buzzer will

beep three times and the display panel

will light for 3 s

econds.

When the Child Lock is on, the dispenser will

not work. The Ice Type buttons include

“Cubed” and “Crushed” options.

You can press the "Cubed" or "Crushed"

buttons to choose the type of Ice to be

dispensed. You can touch the "Water"

button to activate the water mode.

When you touch the Ice Type button, the

cubed or crushed ice mode which you

choose will be activated, and the Cubed

“ ” or Crushed “ ” ice icon lights up.

If you don’t need ice, press the Ice Off

button to save on water and energy

consumption. If you need water, please

touch the“Water” button. The water icon

“ ” will light up, and the dispenser will

dispense water.

°F/°C

Changing the water filter

This section tells you how to use most of

the useful features. We recommend that

you read through them carefully before

using the appliance.

Using your Appliance

The water dispenser is located in the

fridge door.

Getting Cold Water and Ice

To drink the freshest and cleanest water from

your refrigerator, change the filter on time.

To change the water filter, follow these steps:

Shut off the water supply. Then turn the

water filter (B ) about a 1/4 turn,

counter-clockwise.

Getting Cold Water

Getting Cubed Ice

To get water, push the water

button. Then move your cup down the

dispenser lever (A) to the suggested

position and press it.

Getting Crushed Ice

To get crushed ice, push the crushed ice

button as required. Then move your cup

down the dispenser lever to the suggested

position and press it.

To get cubed ice, push the cubed ice

button as required. Then move your cup

down the dispenser lever to the suggested

position and press it.

Removing any residual matter inside the

water supply line after installing the water

filter

1. After the water filter is replaced,

dispense 2.5 gallons of water (flush for

approximately 5 minutes) to remove

trapped air and contaminants from

the system.

2. Additional flushing may be required in

some households.

3. Open the refrigerator door and make

sure there are no water leaks coming

from the water filter.

Insert the new filter into the filter holder.

Push the filter, and then turn it clockwise

until it locks.

If you have trouble inserting the water

filter because of high water pressure, shut

off the water supply valve.

If you turned off the water supply, turn it

back on.

Note:

To change the water filter easily, shut off

the water supply valve.

Sometimes, it is hard to disassemble the

water filter because impurities in the

water cause it to stick. If you are having

difficulties, grip the water filter firmly and

pull it out.

When you pull the water filter, a little

water can leak from the opening.

This is normal. To minimize the water

leaks, keep the filter cartridge horizontal

when pulling it.

To prevent overflow, empty the water

filter tray (D) and dry around the filter

case.

To insert the new water filter, follow the

directions below.

Pull the water filter (B) from the filter

holder (C).

Note:

After turning on the water supply, check

for leaks. If leaks occur, repeat the steps

1- 5. If leaks persist, discontinue use and

call Hisense customer service.

The refrigerator compartment is provided

with six door bins, which are suitable

for the storage of canned liquid, bottled

drinks and packaged food.

To remove the door bins, simply lift

the racks up and pull straight out.

To relocate the door bins, slide it in

above the desired location and push

down until it stops.

Door bins

CAUTION!

Never close the refrigerator

door while the shelves, crisper

and/or telescopic slides are

extended. It may damage both

them and the refrigerator.

WARNING!

Glass shelves

Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly,

otherwise water may drip from the

dispenser. This means that there is still air

in the line.

Do not dispense the entire 2.5 gallon

amount continuously. Depress and

release the dispenser pad for cycles

of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF.

Check to see whether the sediment filter

in the reverse osmosis system is blocked.

Replace the filter if necessary.

Allow the storage tank on the reverse

osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.

If your refrigerator has a water filter,

it may further reduce the water pressure

when used in conjunction with a reverse

osmosis system. To resolve it, remove the

water filter.

Reverse osmosis water supply:

The pressure of the water supply coming

out of a reverse osmosis system going to

the water inlet valve of the refrigerator

needs to be between 30 and 100psi (207

and 700kPa). If a reverse osmosis water

system is connected to your cold water

supply, the water pressure to the reverse

osmosis system needs to be a minimum of

40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).If the water

pressure to the reverse osmosis system is

less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

Note:

2 Using your

fridge compartment

The refrigerator compartment is

suitable for storage of vegetables and

fruit. Food inside should be sealed for

storage in order to avoid losing moisture

or flavor permeating into other foods.

Do not place too many heavy

things in the bins. Before you

lift the door shelf up vertically,

please take the food out.

To remove the glass shelves, tilt up the front

of the shelf in the direction shown (E) and

lift it up vertically (F). Pull the shelf out.

Vegetable and fruit crispers

To re-install the glass shelves, tilt the front of

the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into

the slots at a desired height (G). Then lower

the front of the shelf so that the hooks can

drop into the slots (H).

To fold the shelf, hold the removable

glass(I) and lift it up slightly, then push it

slightly in the direction of the arrow.

To unfold the shelf, hold the removable

glass(I) and pull it out slightly in the

direction of the arrow until it can’t move.

Following installation, allow 24 hours to

produce the first batch of ice. Discard

the first three batches of ice produced.

Allow 2 to 3 days to fill the ice storage

container.

If the ice in the ice container clumps,

break up ice using a plastic utensil and

discard. Do not use a sharp tool to break

up the ice. This can cause damage to

the ice container.

Do not store any items other than ice in

the ice storage container.

The freezer compartment is provided with

an upper drawer and a lower drawer. To

remove all of them, refer to page 8 for

disassembly instruction.

Using the freezer compartment

Ice Maker

To turn off the ice maker:

The refrigerator compartment is also

provided with a foldable shelf. It may

be folded as needed.

The crispers are suitable for storage of

vegetables and fruit. To take them out,

first open the doors completely. Then

pull out the drawer and tilt up the front

of the crisper after moving slightly in

the direction of the arrow.

Press “Ice Off” Button to turn the ice maker

On and Off. The Ice Off icon “ ” is off

when the ice maker is functioning.

Press the “Ice Off” button to turn off

the ice maker. The “ ” icon lights up

when ice is turned off. Press again to

turn the ice maker back on.

If you leave the ice cubes in the

bucket, the ice cubes may clump

together making it difficult to

remove them

Note:

Knob

CAUTION

• Do not apply excessive force to the

bucket cover. The cover may break.

• Do not forcefully close the door. Water

may spill over the ice maker.

• To prevent injury, make sure to clean

up any ice or water that has fallen on

the floor.

• Do not put the your hand or an object

into the ice chute. This may cause physical

injury or product damage.

2. Empty the bucket.

To remove the ice bucket,

1. Gently lift it up, and then pull it out slowly

while holding the bottom of the bucket with

one hand and the side with the other hand.

let the children play with the water

dispenser or the ice maker.

3. When done, put the bucket back into

position, If the bucket does not fit in, turn

the knob 90 degrees, and then try again.

To maintain good appearance of your

appliance, you should clean it regularly.

Clean the doors, handles and cabinet

surfaces with a mild detergent and

then wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Exterior cleaning

Interior cleaning

Cleaning and Care

CAUTION!

1.Don’t use sharp objects to

clean with, as they are likely to

scratch the surface.

2.Don’t use thinner, car cleaner,

bleach, oil, abrasive cleansers or

organic solvent such as benzene

for cleaning. They may damage

the surface of the appliance

and may cause fire.

WARNING!

To avoid electrical shock, the

appliance must not be

connected to the main power

supply during cleaning. Before

cleaning, switch the appliance

off and remove the plug from

the main socket.

Although this appliance automatically

defrosts, a layer of frost may occur on

the freezer compartment’s interior walls if

the freezer door is opened frequently or

kept open too long. If the frost is too

thick, choose a time when the freezer is

nearly empty and proceed as follows:

Remove existing food and accessory

baskets, unplug the appliance from

the main power and leave the doors

open. Ventilate the room thoroughly to

accelerate the process.

When defrosting is completed, clean

your freezer as described above.

For hygienic reasons the appliance

(including exterior and interior

accessories) should be cleaned at least

once every two months.

Spray water onto a cleaning cloth

instead of spraying directly onto the

surface of the appliance. This helps

ensure an even distribution of moisture

to the surface.

Clean the appliance interior regularly.

It will be easier to clean when food

stocks are low. Wipe the inside of

the fridge and freezer with a weak

solution of baking soda and water, and

then rinse with warm water using a

wrung-out sponge or cloth. Wipe

completely dry before replacing the

shelves and baskets. Thoroughly dry all

surfaces and removable parts before

putting them back into place.

Replacing the LED light

WARNING!

Do not use sharp objects to

remove frost from the freezer

compartment. Only after the

interior is completely dry should

the appliance be switched back

on and plugged back into the

main socket.

CAUTION!

Only after the door seals are

completely dry should the

appliance be powered on.

WARNING!

The LED light must be replaced

by a competent person. If the

LED light is damaged, follow the

steps below

1. Unplug your appliance.

2. Remove the light cover by

lifting up and pulling out.

3. Hold the LED light with one

hand and pull it while pressing

the connector latch with the

other hand.

4. Replace the LED light and

snap it correctly in place and

replace the light cover.

Door seal cleaning

Take care to keep the door seals

clean. Sticky food and drinks can

cause seals to stick to the cabinet

and tear when you open the door.

Wash seal with a mild detergent and

warm water. Rinse and dry it

thoroughly after cleaning.

Energy Saving Tips

We recommend that you follow the tips

below to save energy.

Helpful Hints and Tips

Hints for fresh food

refrigeration

Don’t set the temperature colder than

necessary.

Don’t store warm food or evaporating

liquid in the appliance.

If the diagram shows the correct

combination for the drawers, crisper and

shelves, do not adjust the combination as

this is designed to be the most energy

efficient configuration.

Do not place hot food directly into the

refrigerator or freezer, the internal

temperature will increase resulting in the

compressor having to work harder and

consume more energy.

Do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it

has a strong flavor.

Place food properly so that air can

circulate freely around it.

For Meat: (all types) wrap in cling wrap

and place on the glass shelf above the

vegetable drawer. Always follow food

storage times and use by dates

suggested by manufacturers.

Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.:

They should be covered and placed on

any shelf.

Fruit and vegetables:

They should be stored in the special

drawer provided.

Butter and cheese:

Should be wrapped in airtight foil or

plastic film wrap.

Milk bottles:

Should have a lid and be stored in the

door racks.

Hints for refrigeration

When first starting-up or after a period

out of use, let the appliance run at least

2 hours on the higher settings before

putting food in the compartment.

Prepare food in small portions to enable

it to be rapidly and completely frozen

and to make it possible to subsequently

thaw only the quantity required.

Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or

cling wraps which are airtight.

Do not allow unfrozen food to touch the

food which is already frozen to avoid

temperature rise of the latter.

Hints for freezing

Avoid keeping the door open for long

periods in order to conserve energy.

Ensure the appliance is away from any

sources of heat (direct sunlight, electric

oven or cooker etc.)

Place the appliance in a well

ventilated, humidity freeroom. Please

refer to the Installing your New

Appliance chapter.

Hints for the storage

of frozen food

It is recommended to label and date

each frozen package in order to keep

track of the storage time.

Once defrosted, food will deteriorate

rapidly and should not be re-frozen. Do

not exceed the storage period indicated

by the food manufacturer.

Switching off your appliance

If the appliance needs to be switched off

for an extended period, the following

steps should be taken to prevent mold on

the appliance.

Remove all food.

Remove the power plug from the

main socket.

Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.

Ensure that all the doors are wedged

open slightly to allow air to circulate.

Iced products (ice cubes, popsicles): if

consumed immediately after removal

from the freezer compartment, may

cause frost burns to the skin.

Ensure that frozen food has been stored

properly by the food retailer.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause & Solution

WARNING

•

1.Don’t try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after you have made

the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician, authorized service

technician or the shop where you purchased the product.

2.A child entrapment warning statement is included below.

DANGER

Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

- Take off the doors.

- Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Appliance is

not working

correctly

Noise from the

appliance

Odors from the

compartments

Check whether the power cord is plugged into the power

outlet properly.

The room temperature may be too low. Try setting the

refrigerator or freezer temperature to a colder level to solve

this problem.

It is normal that the freezer is not operating during the defrost

cycle, or for a short time after the appliance is switched on to

protect the compressor.

The cabinet is not level.

The back of appliance is touching the wall.

Bottles or containers have fallen or are rolling.

The sounds below are quite normal:

Compressor running noises.

Air movement noise from the small fan motor in the freezer

compartment or other compartments.

Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.

Popping noise during automatic defrosting.

Clicking noise before the compressor starts.

The interior may need to be cleaned

Some food, containers or wrapping may cause odors.

Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace

if necessary.

If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the appliance is

not functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for

service, please see below.

•Clicking noise when dispensing water.

•The motor running noises when dispensing ice.

Other unusual noises may be due to the reasons below and

may need you to check and take action:

The motor runs

continuously

A layer of frost

occurs in the

compartment

Temperature

inside is too

warm

Temperature

inside is too cold

Doors can’t

be closed easily

Hear water

bubbling in the

refrigerator

The light is

not working

The LED light may be damaged. Refer to replace LED lights

in“ Cleaning and Care” chapter.

The control system has disabled the lights due to the door

being kept open too long. Close and reopen the door to

reactivate the lights.

The temperature outside the appliance is high.

Doors are kept open too long or too often.

After first installing the appliance or if it has been switched

off for a long time.

You may have left the doors open too long or too frequently;

or the doors are kept open by some obstacle; or the

appliance is located with insufficient clearance at the sides,

back and top.

Increase the temperature by following the “Display

Controls” chapter.

Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back by

0.4"-0.6"(10-15mm) to allow the doors to self-close, or if

something inside is preventing the doors from closing.

This is normal. The bubbling comes from the refrigerant

coolant liquid circulating through the refrigerator.

It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor. It will

need to run more in the following circumstances:

A large quantity of warm food has recently been stored

within the appliance.

Check that the air outlets are not blocked by food and

ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient

ventilation. Ensure that the door is closing fully. To remove

the frost, please refer to the Cleaning and Care chapter.

The temperature is set colder than necessary.

Water dispenser

is not

functioning

•

Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water

supply line before making ice? If it is not sufficiently cool,

it may take longer to make ice, such as when first

installed.

Is the water line connected and the water valve open?

Is the water pressure less than 30psi? Install a booster

pump to compensate for the low pressure.

Is the freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the

freezer temperature lower.

Ice maker is not making ice fast enough. Please wait

for at least 90 minutes.

Is the water line connected and the water valve open?

Has the water line been crushed or kinked? Make sure the

waterline is free and clear of any obstruction.

Is the water tank frozen because the refrigerator

temperature is too low? Try selecting a warmer setting on

the display panel.

Check if the filter is properly installed. If it is not properly

installed, the water dispenser may not work.

Ice maker is

not working

Did you manually stop the ice making function? Make

sure you did not set the “Ice Off” mode.

Is there any ice stuck within the ice maker bucket?

Disposal of the Appliance

Correct Disposal of this product

DANGER

WARNING

Packaging materials with the recycle symbol are recyclable.

Dispose of the packaging into a suitable waste collection container to recycle it.

1. Pull out the main plug from the main socket.

2. Cut off the power cord and discard with the main plug.

Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases

must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition.

Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged prior to proper disposal.

It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance as household waste.

Packaging materials

Before disposal of the appliance

This symbol on the product or in its packing indicates that

this product may not be treated as household waste.

Instead, it should be taken to the appropriate waste

collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic

equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,

you will help prevent potential negative consequences for

the environment and human health, which could other

wise

be caused by the inappropriate waste handling of this

product. For more detailed information about the recycling

of this product, please contact your local government,

your household waste disposal service, or the shop where

you purchased the product.

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