Rex-Electrolux RC510SNF User Manual

CARE AND USE
INSTRUCTIONS
RD520SNF
RC510SNF
REFRIGERATION
English
Use & Care - contents
1 - Introduction
Other features of the electronic control
Important Safety Instructions .....................................3
Location .....................................................................3
Clearances around your refrigerator ..........................3
Holiday Mode..........................................................11
Drinks chill ..............................................................12
Dairy compartment .................................................13
Door storage bins ...................................................13
Crisper Bin ..............................................................13
Storing vegetables ..........................................13
Storing fruit and small goods ..........................13
Crisper bin and shelf removal .........................13
Split glass shelf (where fitted) .................................14
Freezer baskets (bottom freezer model only) .........14
Changing the Light Bulb
Food Compartment .........................................15
Freezer Compartment .....................................15
2 - Features at a glance
Top Mount (TM) Freezer models ............................... 4
Bottom Mount (BM) Freezer models......................... 5
3 - Installation
Installing your new refrigerator .................................6
Ice Station Assembly installation ..............................7
Top freezer models ............................................7
Bottom freezer models ......................................7
5 - Care & Maintenance
4 - Operating your refrigerator
Cleaning the refrigerator ......................................... 16
Exterior ............................................................ 16
Cabinet ....................................................... 16
Doors - painted .......................................... 16
Doors - stainless steel ................................ 16
Interior ............................................................. 16
Keep the door seals clean ............................... 16
Safety ...................................................................... 16
What to do before calling for service ...................... 17
Initial start up ............................................................8
Electronic Control .....................................................9
Setting the Clock ......................................................9
Turning the clock on and off .....................................9
Adjusting temperatures...........................................10
Change the freezer temperature ..........................10
Change the refrigerator temperature ...................10
Quick freeze function ..............................................10
Alarms .....................................................................11
Door alarm ...........................................................10
Freezer temperature alarm...................................10
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1 - Introduction
Dear Customer
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
refrigerator.
• If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced
by a service technician or a qualified person .
• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before
changing any of the light bulbs to avoid electric shock.
We at Electrolux Home Products are very proud of our
product and we are completely committed to providing
you with the best service possible.
Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. It
contains valuable information on how to properly maintain
your new refrigerator. We know you’ll enjoy your new
refrigerator and thank you for choosing our product. We
hope you will consider us for future purchases.
• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out of
the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.
Location
• Choose a place that is not too cold the temperature should be above 10°C.
Follow the instructions below to ensure that you install it
safely and that it runs efficiently.
• Put the refrigerator in a dry place,
avoiding areas of high moisture or
humidity.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as
instructed in this manual. These instructions are not meant
to cover every possible condition and situation that may
occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced
when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Important:- Before you install your refrigerator, PLEASE
CHECK FOR ANY DAMAGE OR MARKS. If you find that
the refrigerator is damaged or marked, you must report
this within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage / marks
under the manufacturers warranty. This does not affect
your statutory rights.
• Don’t put the refrigerator in frosty or
unprotected areas, for example in a
garage or on a veranda.
• Don’t put the refrigerator in direct
sunlight.
• Don’t put the refrigerator near stoves,
fires or heaters.
When correctly installed, your refrigerator should:
• have adequate clearance to the back and sides for
air circulation.
Important Safety Instructions
• be aligned to the surrounding cupboards.
IF PRESSURISED AEROSOL CONTAINERS
BEAR THE WORD ‘FLAMMABLE’ AND/OR
A SMALL FLAME SYMBOL, DO NOT STORE
THEM INSIDE ANY REFRIGERATOR. IF YOU
DO SO YOU MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION
• have doors that will self-close from a partially open
position.
• have the stability foot in place (see Diagram 4 on
page 6) to prevent the refrigerator falling forward when
When you dispose of refrigerators and freezers,
remove any doors. Children can suffocate if they
get trapped inside.
This refrigerator contains insulation formed with
flammable blowing gases. Avoid safety hazards
by carefully disposing of this appliance.
• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated AC electric outlet.
• Ensure that the electric outlet is properly earthed
to ground. Consult a qualified electrician if you are
unsure.
• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from
the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be
easily accessible after installation.
a door with heavy food load is opened.
Clearances around your refrigerator.
Before you move your refrigerator into the place where it
will operate check that it will have adequate clearance.
Clearance is required for air circulation and too little
clearance may affect your refrigerators performance.
We recommend minimum
clearances of:
• 3cm on each side.
• 9cm above the refrigerator.
• 5cm behind the refrigerator.
• Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
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2 - Features at a glance
Please look at the diagram below before reading about how to care for your refrigerator
TOP FREEZER MODELS (TM)
Sensor
(electronic model)
Freezer
light
Slide out ice cube tray
(where fitted)
Slide out ice cube bin
(where fitted)
Air delivery vents
Air return vents
Freezer door
shelves
Air curtain cooling
Dairy
Compartment
Food Compartment Light
Store safe/Utility
Bins
Deli-Bin
(where fitted)
Adjustable Door
Bins
Wine Rack
(where fitted)
Spill safe shelves
Multi Flow outlets
Feature Lighting
(where fitted)
Crisper Bins
Bottle shelf with
bottle restrainer
Stabilising Foot
Features may vary according to model
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2 - Features at a glance
Please look at the diagram below before reading about how to care for your refrigerator
BOTTOM FREEZER MODELS (BM)
Dairy
Compartment
Air curtain cooling
Manual Control
(where fitted)
Store safe/Utility
Bins
Adjustable Door
Bins
Food Compartment Light
Deli-Bin
(where fitted)
Feature Lighting
(where fitted)
Multi Flow outlets
Wine Rack
(where fitted)
Spill safe shelves
Crisper
Bin(s)
Bottle shelf with
bottle restrainer
Freezer air
delivery vents
Slide out Ice cube bin
Wire Shelf
Slide out Ice cube trays
Sensor
(electronic models only)
Air return vents
Large Basket
Stabilising Foot
Features may vary according to model
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3 - Installation
Installing your new refrigerator.
The refrigerator should
arrive with the front
adjustable rollers wound
down to tilt the top of the
refrigerator backwards
by about 10-15mm from
upright (See Diagram 1).
The stability foot should
also be wound fully up so
it will not interfere with the
operation of the rollers
(See Diagram 2).
4. Check the alignment of the refrigerator to the
surrounding cupboards. The top of the refrigerator should
be level from side to side (see Diagram 3). If you need to
adjust the level, use the adjustable rollers as discussed in
Step 3.
5. If the refrigerator now rocks from one corner to the
opposite rear corner, this means that the floor is uneven;
you will need to put some packing under one of the rear
rollers.You could use thin pieces of solid material, such as
thin board, vinyl floor tiles or laminate. Place the packing
so that it will sit under one of the rear rollers when the
refrigerator is rolled into position.
Diagram 1
6.You may now need to fine-tune the installation by
repeating Steps 3, 4 and 5.
1. Roll the refrigerator into its final position.
WARNING: The rollers are designed for forward or
backward movement only. They are not castors. Moving
the refrigerator sideways may damage your floor and
the rollers.
7. When you have the refrigerator in final position wind the
stabilising foot down until it just makes contact with the
floor (see Diagram 4). Whenever you need to move the
refrigerator, be sure to wind the foot back up so that the
refrigerator can roll freely.
2. The top of the refrigerator should be tilted back by
approximately 10-15mm. This will allow the doors to selfclose providing a consistent door seal. (See Diagram 1)
It is normal for the freezer door to momentarily open and
re-close when the food compartment door is closed firmly.
If the freezer stays open you will need to tilt the refrigerator
backwards a little further.
Diagram 4
8. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly following the
instructions on page 15 and wipe off any dust that has
accumulated during shipping.
Diagram 2
3. If the refrigerator is not tilted back, you can adjust the
two front rollers by turning the large, plastic roller nut (See
Diagram 2). This will increase the height of the rollers. One
turn of the nut will tilt the refrigerator back approximately
10mm. If you have difficulty turning the roller nut you can
have someone tilt the refrigerator back, so that you have
better access. Alternatively, you can access the rollers from
the side, using a flat screwdriver to help you turn the nut
(see Diagram 2).
9. Plug the refrigerator into the power point. Don’t use a
double adaptor. If you need to roll the refrigerator out to get
at the power point, remember to raise the stabilizing foot
before you do so.
10.We recommend that you let your refrigerator run for two
to three hours before you put any food in it. This will allow
you to check that it is operating properly and that enough
cool air is going to the freezer.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed your
refrigerator.
Diagram 3
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3 - Installation
Ice Station Assembly Installation
To fit the Ice station assembly to a top freezer model;
Fit the Ice Station carrier to the wire shelf by alligning the
outside of the carrier to the wires as shown in diagram 1.
To fit the Ice station assembly to a bottom freezer model;
Fit the Ice Station carrier to the wire shelf by alligning the
outside of the carrier to the wires as shown in diagram 1.
To rear of
shelf
To front of
shelf
Diagram 1
Diagram 1
Make sure the four clips are
engaged onto the central wire (as
shown in diagram 2)
Diagram 2
Diagram 2
Then push down in the middle of the carrier until it clips into
place as shown in diagram 2
Finally, slide the ice cube trays or storage bin into position
as shown in diagram 2
To remove, take out the ice cube trays and storage bin and
simply lift the carrier off the wire shelf.
Diagram 3
(Some models only)
Then push up in the middle of the carrier until it clips into
place
Finally, slide the ice cube trays or storage bin into position
as shown in diagram 3
To remove, take out the ice cube trays and storage bin and
simply pull the carrier off the wire shelf.
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4 - Operating your refrigerator
Refrigerator / Freezer operation
On a top freezer refrigerator
Initial start up
If food is forward of the ribs on the bottom of the freezer,
it will keep the door open. So make sure food is stored
behind the ribs.
The refrigerator transfers heat from food placed inside
the refrigerator to the outside air.
On a bottom freezer refrigerator
This process makes the rear, the sides and the area
adjacent to the doors, particularly at initial start up,
feel warm. This is normal.
There is a cooling coil located behind the rear wall of the
freezer section. This coil cools and removes moisture
from the air. A fan at the rear of the freezer section then
circulates cold, dry air throughout the refrigerator.
This air circulation means that foods are refrigerated far
more quickly than in refrigerators where the air remains
relatively static.
Avoid placing food against air outlets as this will
affect air circulation. (see diagram on page 5)
A light frosting will occasionally occur on the cold interior
of the freezer when the door is opened frequently. This
is normal and will disappear after a few days in most
climates.
Make sure you fully close the freezer and fresh food
doors after you load or remove food from these
compartments. If the doors are left partly open, a heavy
frost will coat the inside of the freezer. If a frost develops,
remove it. Take care to properly close the doors and the
frost will not reoccur.
Your new energy efficient refrigerator uses a high-speed
compressor and other energy efficient components that
may produce different noises to your old refrigerator.
These sounds are normal and include:
• compressor running noise.
• air movement noise from the small fan motor.
• occasional gurgling, similar to water boiling.
• a popping noise, heard during defrosting.
• a clicking noise, just prior to the compressor
starting up.
These noises are normal and not cause for alarm.
Further details can be found on page 17.
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Ensure freezer baskets and shelves are pushed
completely back to prevent them holding the door open.
4 - Operating your refrigerator
Using the Electronic Display
The electronic display panel is located at the top of the food storage
door. It consists of an LCD display with blue backlighting and 7
push buttons. When the power is first turned on, you will see the
default settings shown in Diagram 1, with the blue backlighting on.
If no buttons have been pressed and the fridge door is closed the
backlighting will turn off after 30 seconds. The display will go into
clock mode (as shown in Diagram2).
Setting the Clock
When the display is in clock mode, you can view the refrigerator
settings by pressing the freezer, clock or fridge button once. This
reactivates the full display as shown in Diagram 1 above. Opening
the fridge door also activates the full display. However, the display
will return to clock mode 30 seconds after the last button press or
the closing of the refrigerator door.
If the display is in clock mode press the clock button once to
activate the display (as in diagram 1), then press and hold the clock
button down for two seconds; hours and minutes will then appear
on the display as shown in diagram 3.
While holding down the clock button, press the freezer button to
advance the hours. (Hold the freezer button down for continuous
and fast advance). After the first 12 hours. The PM indicator will
appear.
While holding down the clock button, press the fridge button to
advance the minutes. (Hold the fridge button down for continuous
and fast advance).
When the correct time is displayed, release the clock button.
Turning the clock on and off
If the display is in clock mode, press the clock button once to
activate the display (as shown in Diagram 1). Then press the clock
button once to turn the clock off. The display will return to clock
mode 30 seconds after the last button press or the closing of the
refrigerator door. (However the display will be blank because the
clock is OFF).
To turn the clock back on, press the clock button once while the
display is in clock mode..
Note: the time still advances while the display is off.
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4 - Operating your refrigerator
Adjusting temperatures
The default temperature for the refrigerator is 3°C, with a default of -18°C for the freezer. If you want to change the
temperatures, use the instructions below. You should make only small adjustments and wait 24 hours to see whether
you need to make further changes.
Note: When you set a temperature, you set an average temperature for the whole refrigerator cabinet. Temperatures
inside each compartment may vary, 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 refrigerator.
Changing the freezer temperature
Changing the refrigerator temperature
If the display is in clock mode, press the freezer
button once to activate the display (see Diagram 6).
Then press the freezer button to make the freezer
colder in 1°C steps. Once -23°C is reached the
display will return to -14°C with the next button
press. You’ll notice that the bar graph gets smaller
with colder freezer settings. If you set -14°C, the bar
graph will flash continuously to warn that it is not cold
enough for long-term storage of frozen food.
If the display is in clock mode press the fridge button
once to activate the display (see Diagram 6). Then
press the fridge button to make the fridge colder in
1°C steps. Once 0.0°C is reached the display will
return to 7.0°C with the next button press. The bar
graph gets smaller with colder settings.
Note: Testing ice cream is a good way to test the
freezer temperature. Testing drinking water is a good
way to check the refrigerator compartment temperature.
Quick freeze function.
Use the quick-freeze function when you add a large amount of food
to the freezer compartment. This freezes the food quickly but does
not affect the temperature in the refrigerator compartment. To use
this function, press the quick freeze button once. An animated icon
above the button will light up. The quick freeze function will now
operate for 90 minutes. If you want to turn the quick freeze function
off before 90 minutes have passed, simply press the quick freeze
button again. The icon will disappear and the refrigerator will return
to normal operation.
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4 - Operating your refrigerator
Alarms
Door alarm.
If the refrigerator door is left open for longer than 2 minutes a buzzer will sound and the icon above the alarm reset
will flash. The refrigerator temperature settings and bar graph will also flash.
If the alarm is sounding for no apparent reason, check whether anything is holding the door open. Closing the door
resets the alarm for a further 2 minutes. If you want to leave the door open while you load the fridge, you can turn the
alarm off for 8 minutes by pressing the alarm reset button.
Freezer temperature alarm.
If the freezer becomes too warm the freezer door has been left open or warm food has been placed too close to the
temperature sensor in the freezer (see page 6, Parts of your refrigerator for the sensor locations.)
A buzzer will sound, the icon above the alarm reset and the freezer set temperature and bar graph will flash until the
alarm reset button is pressed.
Press the alarm reset button to stop the alarm. Make sure nothing is holding the freezer door open and move any
warm food away from the temperature sensor. See page 12 (Parts of your Refrigerator) for more information. If the
freezer is still too warm the alarm will sound again in 50 minutes, indicating that something may be wrong with your
refrigerator.
Other features of the electronic display
Holiday mode.
Use the holiday mode when you go on holidays or leave
the house for long periods. In holiday mode the refrigerator
minimizes defrosting to save energy but maintains your
temperature settings. To put the refrigerator into holiday mode,
press the holiday mode button once. An animated icon above
the button will light up. The holiday mode will now operate until
the button is pressed again or the refrigerator door is opened.
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4 - Operating your refrigerator
Other features of the electronic display...continued
Drinks chill timer.
If you set the drinks chill timer it will sound an alarm to remind you that you have left drinks in your freezer for quick
chilling.
Suggested chilling times:
10 minutes for cans of drink
20 minutes for bottles of wine
30 minutes for bottles of soft drink.
An animated icon appears above the drinks chill button and the clock display is replaced by the countdown timer.
To use the timer, press the drinks chill button once. Press the button once to set a 10 minute time limit, twice for 20
minutes and three times for 30 minutes. Press four times to turn the timer off. When you press the drinks chill button,
an animated icon will appear above the button and a countdown timer will replace the clock display. The timer will
count down in 1 minute increments; you can change the time or turn the timer off even after the countdown has started.
When the countdown finished a buzzer will sound and the icon above the alarm will flash until the alarm reset button is
pressed. To stop the alarm and turn off the drinks chill timer, press the Alarm reset button. If your drink is chilled, take
it out of the freezer. If it is not cold enough, reset the drink chill function (remembering that the drink is already partially
chilled).
The electronic control also controls the following;
• compressor and fan independently to provide the best performance.
• provides extra cooling depending on the number of door openings.
• automatically defrosts during periods when the door is not being opened frequently.
• has a 90 second memory backup on the display so that the time and settings are not lost during short power
interruptions, and
Note: If you find that the display malfunctions, this may be due to brief power supply interruptions. If this is the problem,
you simply need to:
• turn the refrigerator off at the power point
• wait 5 minutes for the refrigerator pressure to equalize, and
• turn the refrigerator on at the power point.
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4 - Operating your refrigerator
How to use the features of your
refrigerator
Store safe bins (where fitted)
This section tells you how to make the most of the
refrigerators many useful features and how to clean
them.
Door storage bins (shelves)
Both the refrigerator and freezer have door storage bins.
You can adjust the refrigerator bins to meet different
storage needs. All the door bins are completely removable
for cleaning. If you want to remove or adjust a bin, lift it
over the support lugs on the inner door panel. Push the
bin down over the support lugs to lock it in place.
Dairy compartment (where fitted)
You can use the Dairy compartment to store foods such as
butter, margarine and cheeses. The compartment is slightly
warmer than the rest of the refrigerator compartment.
These bins are designed for the storage of items such as
cosmetics and medicines and slide out for easy access.
The left hand bin has a lock that is operated by turning
the knob located on the fixed area between the bins.
This may be turned with a coin.
Do not store solvents or flammable materials such as
nail polish remover or lighter fluid inside your refrigerator.
They will affect the life of the plastic components and
may taint stored food.
Removal of store safe bin
You can remove the Store Safe Bin(s) for cleaning.
Remove the bin by simply pulling past the stop in the
runners, you need to lift the bin while pulling it forward.
Note: A small amount of force is required to overcome
the front stop.
Crisper bin
Storing vegetables
You can use the crisper bin to store vegetables, fruit or
small goods.You can change the humidity inside the bin
by rotating the humidity control.
You should store vegetables in the crisper bin remembering
to set the humidity control to more humid.
Storing fruit & smallgoods
You can also store fruit in the crisper bin remembering to
set the humidity control to less humid.
• Remove the crisper bin(s) by pulling forward, then
up and forward.
• Remove the crisper shelf by lifting the catches
on the underside of the shelf and pulling the shelf
forward.
You can use the Deli Bin to store foods such as small
goods, fresh or cooked meat and cheeses.
You can also use it as an additional crisper. The bin will
prevent strong food odours or smells going into the rest
of the refrigerator.
To remove the deli bin, pull it forward, then lift it up and
pull it further forward.
Crisper bin and shelf removal
• Remove the glass (if fitted) by pushing up
from the underside. Handle the glass with care.
Deli bin (where fitted)
Spill safe glass shelves (where fitted)
Spill safe glass shelves keep spills on the shelf. A shelf
retaining system minimizes accidental movement of
shelves. The shelves can be adjusted to many different
heights. Spill safe glass shelves are not to be used as
slide out shelves.
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4 - Operating your refrigerator
Split glass shelf (where fitted)
Freezer baskets (where fitted)
This shelf can be used either as a full depth shelf or when tall
items need to be stored at the front of the refrigerator it can
be collapsed to half its original depth.
Freezer baskets and a freezer shelf are fitted to bottom freezer
refrigerators. Wire baskets are used to provide easy visibility
of the contents. Both the baskets and the shelf pull out for
easy access and have a stop to prevent the basket and shelf
being pulled out to far.
To collapse the shelf:
• Pull the front half of the shelf forward (1), then, from
the underside, lift the front half of the shelf by raising the
rear edge over the recessed hook detail (2).
• Pull the shelf forward and
allow the rear to drop into the
side channels.
• Push the front shelf backwards
(3,4) until it reaches the rear
stops.
To remove the basket or
shelf, pull it out until it
hits the stop then lift the
front to unhook the stop
while continuing to pull
forward,
Repositioning:
The shelf can be repositioned within the refrigerator unit by
pulling the whole assembly out until the side panels are free
to pivot down, then pivoting the rear of the shelf until the shelf
is free from the liner runners. The shelf can then be positioned
in any of the runners – this is a very useful feature if your
appliance door happens to have limited access.
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5 - Care & Maintenance
Changing the Light Bulb
Freezer Compartment (where fitted)
Food Compartment
Step 1.
Switch off the power at the power point and remove the
refrigerator’s power cord from the power point.
Step 1.
Switch off the power at the power point and remove the
refrigerator’s electric cord from the power point.
Step 2.
Carefully unclip the light cover. You do this by pulling the light
cover tab at the rear towards the front of the cabinet. (See
Diagram below)
Step 2.
Carefully unclip the light cover. You do this by pulling the light
cover tab at the rear towards the front of the cabinet.
Step 3.
Unscrew the light bulb and replace it with a bulb that is the
same as the original.
Step 3.
Unscrew the light bulb and replace it with a bulb that is the
same as the original (25 watts)
Step 4.
Replace the light cover by hooking the light cover lugs into
the front of the housing and pressing the rear of the cover up
until it clips in.
Step 4.
Replace the light cover by hooking the light cover lugs into
the front of the housing and pressing the rear of the cover up
until it clips in.
Step 5.
Wait 5 minutes to ensure pressures in the refrigeration system
are equalized. Then turn the refrigerator on at the power
point.
Step 5.
Wait 5 minutes to ensure pressures in the refrigeration system
are equalized. Then turn the refrigerator on at the power
point.
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5 - Care & Maintenance
Cleaning the refrigerator
open the door.Wash seal with a mild detergent and warm
water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
BEFORE CLEANING:- REMOVE THE POWER
CORD FROM THE POWER SOCKET. THIS
WILL MAKE SURE THERE IS NO CHANCE OF
GETTING AN ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Exterior
Cabinet
It is a good idea to polish the cabinet at least once a year,
using a high grade wax like the one you use on your car.
After that, an occasional wipe over with a clean, damp cloth
will help remove finger marks.
NOTE: Do not wax plastic parts or decorative trim.Wash these
in warm (not hot) water using an unscented detergent.
WARNING:- Never use hot water, solvents, commercial
kitchen cleaners, aerosol cleaners, metal polishes,
caustic or abrasive cleaners, or scourers to clean this
appliance, as they will damage it. Many commercially
available cleaning products and detergents contain
solvents that will damage your refrigerator. When
cleaning, use only a soft cloth with an unscented mild
soap and luke warm water.
General Information
Safety
It is important to use your refrigerator safely. This means you
need to supervise young children and infirm persons when
they use it. You need to make sure that young children do
not play with the refrigerator. Follow the tips below.
DOs
Doors - painted
Clean as described above for the cabinet.
Doors - stainless steel
Your stainless steel appliance is manufactured from a mark
resistant stainless steel. This stainless steel has a special
advanced protective coating that eases the removal of
marks such as finger prints and water spots. To keep your
stainless steel refrigerator looking at its best, you should
clean it regularly. You should only clean the stainless steel
doors with luke-warm soapy water and a soft cloth, rinsing
with clean water and then wipe the surface with a cloth to
remove soap residue.
It is important to wipe in the direction of the grain of the
stainless steel to avoid undue marking of the surface.
DO NOT USE STAINLESS STEEL
CLEANERS, ABRASIVE PADS OR OTHER
CLEANERS AS THEY ARE LIKELY TO
SCRATCH THE SURFACE. DAMAGE TO
THIS PRODUCT AFTER DELIVERY IS NOT
COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY
Interior
You should clean the refrigerator interior regularly. It will
be easiest to clean when the food supply is low. Wash the
interior with a soft cloth and use an unscented mild soap with
luke-warm water. Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable
parts. Avoid getting water on refrigerator controls. If you have
taken out any removable parts, replace them and switch
the power on before re-stocking the refrigerator with food.
Naturally, you should keep the interior of your refrigerator
hygienic by promptly and thoroughly wiping up any food
spills.
• Check the power point is properly grounded - if you are
not sure get an electrician to check it.
• Switch off the refrigerator at the power point before you
clean or move it.
• If the supply cord is damaged you should have it replaced
by the manufacturer, it’s service agent or similarly qualified
person. This will prevent a safety hazard.
DON’Ts
•Never let children play with the refrigerator.
•Never store spray cans, explosive liquids
or flammable liquids in the refrigerator.
•Never store fizzy drinks in the freezer
compartment.
•Never lick icy foods when they first come
out of the freezer. This can freeze burn your
lips and mouth.
•Never try to repair the refrigerator yourself.
•Never use electric heaters or dryers to
defrost the freezer because you can receive
an electric shock.
• Never use electrical appliances inside the
food storage areas.
• This refrigerator contains insulation formed
with flammable blowing gases. For safety
reasons, take care when you dispose of it.
• Do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
WARNING:- When you dispose of your old refrigerator,
remove any doors. Children can suffocate if they get
trapped inside.
Keep the door seals clean
Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drink
can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you
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Care & Maintenance
What to do before calling for service
If you think something may be wrong with your refrigerator, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for service.
You may locate the problem, sparing yourself from inconvenience and saving time and money.
Problem
When your appliance
is not operating
Solution
• Check that the power cord is plugged into the power outlet properly and that the
outlet is switched ‘ON’.
• Try running another appliance from the power outlet. If no power is coming from
the outlet you may have blown a fuse or tripped a circuit of your household power
supply.
• Try adjusting the temperature control to a slightly “colder” setting.
• It is normal for the freezer fan NOT to operate during the automatic defrost cycle, or
for a short time after the refrigerator is switched on.
When there is
refrigerator noise
Modern refrigerator/ freezers with increased storage capacity use high speed compressors.
These can provide a seemingly high level of sound which is quite normal.
Normal operational sounds include:
• occasional gurgling, similar to water boiling.
• air flow noise (air circulates because of a small fan).
• a popping noise heard during automatic defrost.
• a clicking noise heard just before the compressor starts (this is merely the automatic
switching action of the temperature control, turning the compressor on or off).
Other strange sounds may mean that you need to check and take action.
For example, noises may mean that:
• the cabinet is not level.
• the floor is uneven or weak.
• bottles are badly placed and rattling.
• there are vibrations from an object on top of or behind or beside the refrigerator.
• the back of the refrigerator cabinet is touching the wall.
Remember it is quite normal for noise to seem louder just after the refrigerator starts
operating.
If there are
odours inside the
refrigerator
When the motor
seems to run
more than
expected
• the interior may need cleaning.
• some foods produce odours.
• some containers and wrapping can cause odours.
• ask yourself if the odour started about the same time you started storing something
unusual.
Your new refrigerator provides you with large capacities in both the refrigerator section
and the separate freezer. It is normal for the motor to operate frequently. However, to keep
operation to a minimum, check the following:
• Are doors kept open too long or too often?
• Are controls set too cold? See “CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE”.
• Have large amounts of warm food just recently been stored? Summer, festive seasons
and holidays usually mean a lot more work for your refrigerator.
• If the day is hot or the room is very warm, the refrigerator will need to run more than
normal.
• The refrigerator will run more that normal just after you install it or when it has been
turned off for a long time.
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Care & Maintenance
Problem
If the temperature
in the refrigerator
is too warm
Solution
• Check that the refrigerator has enough clearance at the sides, back and top.
Refer to the installation Instructions at the front of this booklet.
• refer to “CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE”.
• you may have kept the door open too long or too frequently.
• food containers or packaging may be holding a door open.
If the temperature
in the refrigerator
is too cold
If the doors will
not close
• refer to “CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE”.
• increase the temperature to avoid high energy consumption.
• check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back 10-15mm to allow the
doors to self close.
• check whether something is holding the door open.
It is normal for the freezer door to momentarily open and re-close, when the food
compartment door is being closed. If the freezer stays open it indicates that the
refrigerator cabinet needs to be tilted backwards a little further. If you call a service
person to solve this problem you will be charged for the cost of the service call, as
this is not a warranty fault.
If heavy frosting
occurs in the
freezer
If water drips on
the floor.
Make sure you fully close the freezer and fresh food doors after you load or remove
food from these compartments. If the doors are left partly open a heavy frost will coat
the inside of the freezer. If a frost develops, remove it. Take care to properly close the
doors and the frost will not reoccur.
The defrost water tray, (located on the compressor at the back of the cabinet), may
not be properly positioned. Otherwise, the drain tube may not be properly positioned
to direct water into this tray. You may need to pull the refrigerator away from the wall
to check the tray and tube.
If you still require service
If you have a problem, and the problem persists after you have made the checks mentioned above, contact your nearest
Service Centre or the dealer you bought the refrigerator from. Be ready to quote the model number, which is stated on
the label on the refrigerator section inner plastic compartment liner wall.
Important Notice
Before Calling a Service Technician please check carefully the operating instructions, service booklet and the warranty
terms and conditions
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Technical Specifications
MODEL GROUP
ITEM
DIMENSIONS (cm)
RD520SNF
RC510SNF
HEIGHT
172.0
172.0
WIDTH
80.2
80.2
DEPTH
74.3
74.3
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE AND
FREQUENCY
220-240v 50Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED (W)
*AVERAGE DAILY UNITS ELECTRICITY (kWh)
1.07
1.19
FRIDGE
395.7
348.7
FREEZER
121.4
156.3
FRIDGE
377.3
330.6
FREEZER
98.4
132.7
GROSS CAPACITY (litres)
STORAGE CAPACITY (litres)
*This figure is based on standard test results in accordance with European Standard EN 153. Actual consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located.
This appliance complies with E.E.C Directive No. 87/308 of 2-6-87 relative to radio interference suppression
This appliance complies the following E.E.C Directives:
- 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
- 89/336 EEC of 3-5-89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications
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