55CM Wide Freestanding Under Counter Freezer Instruction Manual Model Number: RHUCFZ1 Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference For Customer Services, Spare Parts & Manufacturer s Guarantee Information, please call 01204 664 084 Opening times: Monday Friday 9am 5pm Saturday: 9am 12pm
Contents Guarantee... 3 Technical Specification... 3 Unit Parts... 4 Transportation and Handing... 4 Where to put your freezer... 4 Door Reversal... 5 Appliance Safety... 5 Installation... 6 Electrical Safety... 6 How to use your freezer... 7 Temperature Control... 8 Freezing Fresh Food... 8 Using your freezer safely... 9 Power failure... 9 Storage Advice... 9 To Defrost the Freezer... 10 External Cleaning... 10 When the Appliance is Not in Use... 10 Trouble Shooting... 11 The freezer is not operating... 11 A gurgling or trickling noise can be heard... 11 The compressor is noisy when operating... 11 The freezer is not cold enough... 11 The freezer is too cold... 11-3-
Guarantee This product is covered under manufacturers guarantee for 1 year from the date of original purchase. If any defect arises from faulty materials or workmanship, the unit will be repaired, replaced or refunded. The following conditions apply: - Proof of purchase will be required before repairs can be made under guarantee. This must be in the form of a receipt. - This product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this instruction guide. - This product must be used only for domestic purposes. - The manufacturers guarantee does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or food value. - The guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire only. Technical Specification Model Number Power source Power Consumption Refrigerant Gas Gas capacity Freezer capacity Fresh Food freezing capacity Input power Energy efficiency rating RHUCFZ1 220-240 Volts AC. 50Hz 226 kwh year R600a 41 grams 64 litres net 3.0 Kg per 24 hours 90 Watts A-rated Climate Class N i.e. Suitable for room temperature between 16 C and 32 C. -3-
Unit Parts 1 2 4 3 1. Upper and middle basket 2. Bottom Basket 3. Adjustable Feet 4. Door Seal Transportation and Handing For safe lifting, tilt the appliance backwards by no more than 45 degrees, hold the base and rear corners of cabinet. Lift the freezer carefully. Never use the door handles for lifting. To move the freezer on a flat level surface, tilt it slightly backwards onto the two rear rollers and push backwards. This unit is heavy and could cause injury ensure there is sufficient person power to move the appliance. Where to put your freezer 1. This appliance should only be placed on a flat, firm surface. 2. Choose a dry and well-ventilated space. No less than 10cm must be left around the sides to allow efficient cooling. 3. Choose a location away from a heat source, e.g. direct sunlight, a radiator or oven. 4. The appliance should be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible. For Customer Services, Spare Parts & Manufacturer s -4- Warranty Information please call 01204 664 084-21-
Door Reversal You will need to tilt the fridge backward to access the lower hinge which holds screws. Do not tilt more than 45 degrees and do not lay the fridge flat on its side. For your own safety, a minimum of 2 people should lift or tilt this product. Before reversing your door, remove the top cover of your unit by removing the two screws to the rear of the unit. Reversing the door: 1. Remove the upper hinge cover. 2. Remove the two screws that hold the upper hinge (right side) to the fridge body. Remove the upper hinge. 3. Lift the door and place it on a padded surface to prevent scratching. 4. Reverse the whole cover plate from the left side to the right of the door. 5. Remove the two screws that hold the lower hinge and remove the lower hinge. 6. Remove the left front foot and transfer it to the right side. 7. Before fitting the lower hinge, swap over the hinge pin from left to right and the foot to the other side of the lower hinge. Then install the lower hinge onto the left side of the lower frame with two screws. 8. Position the door in place making sure the door seats onto the lower hinge. 9. Align the door in the closed position secure the upper hinge in the top fame on left side with two screws. Remember do not tighten the two screws until the top of the door is levelled with the top of the fridge. 10. Install the upper hinge cover on the upper hinge 1 2 4 8 5 6-5-
Appliance Safety 1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety. 2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 3. If the supply lead is damaged it must be replaced by a qualified person using the correct lead, available from 01204 664 084 4. Do not store chemicals or liquids such as methanol or petrol etc., which are easy to evaporate burn or explode. 5. Do not store heavy objects on top of the freezer and do not allow the freezer to become wet. 6. After turning off the electricity do not switch back on for at least five minutes, otherwise the compressor may be damaged. 7. To save energy, you should minimize the frequency and duration of door opening. 8. It is not recommended to use an extension lead to power this appliance. Installation 1. After installation, do not switch the power to the freezer on for at least 6 hours. 2. Remove all transport tapes and foam protection pieces. Clean the interior of the freezer with a cloth dampened in lukewarm soap and water. Wipe with clear water and wipe dry. 3. When the appliance has been positioned, adjust the two front feet to ensure the unit is stable. This is essential to ensure quiet running and proper door opening /closing. 4. Once the appliance has been standing for 6 hours, plug in the freezer, locate the thermostat knob inside the compartment and set to "MED" position and switch on the electricity. The compressor will begin to work. Close the door. 5. Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the correct temperature to be reached before placing food inside. Electrical Safety THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PLUGGED INTO AN EARTHED SOCKET Before switching on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 220 240V AC; 50Hz. Connection to any other power source may damage the unit. -6-
This product may be fitted with a non rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover becomes lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained. If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged in any way, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions below. This should be carried out by a qualified electrician. The plug removed must be disposed of safely, as insertion into a 13 Amp socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. -7-
How to use your freezer The symbol means that your freezer will store frozen food at -18 C or colder allowing for long term frozen food storage and freezing of fresh food. The freezer temperature is controlled automatically by the thermostat situated in the control panel. Temperature Control Med Min Max Position MIN - Cold Position MED- Use this setting for normal every day use Position MAX Coldest To determine the correct temperature control setting please use a Freezer thermometer which can read down to 30 degrees Centigrade. Adjust the control position until the thermometer reads between -18 C to -25 C The temperature of your freezer will be affected by: Room temperature, how often the door is opened, how much food is stored and also the position of the appliance. This appliance is designed to operate in ambient temperatures (surrounding air temperature) between 16 C and 32 C If these temperatures are exceeded i.e., colder or warmer, the appliance will not operate correctly. Should the ambient temperatures be exceeded for long periods, the temperature in the freezer section will rise above -18 C and food spoilage may occur. Freezing Fresh Food The maximum quantity of food you can freeze in 24 hours is 6.5kg. During the freezing process the temperature of fresh food should be reduced quickly so that ice crystals are kept as small as possible to prevent damaging the structure -8-
of food. If freezing takes place slowly large ice crystals form and these will affect the quality of food once it has defrosted. To freeze fresh food move the control knob to SUPER around one hour before loading fresh food in the freezer. Packets to be frozen should be placed in the basket in contact with the baskets surface as far as possible and spaced apart to allow cold air to circulate between them. Using your freezer safely This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs. Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out. Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer. Ice lollies can cause 'frost/freezer burns' if consumed straight from the freezer. Do not remove items from the freezer with wet hands, this could cause frost/freezer burns. Power failure If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen foods, keep the door closed. If the temperature within your freezer should rise do not refreeze the food without checking it's condition. Ice Cream: Once thawed should be discarded. Fruit and Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and used up. Bread and Cakes: Can be refrozen without danger. Shellfish: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly. Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up. Large Pieces of Meat: Can be re-frozen providing there are ice crystals remaining within them. Small Joints: Should be cooked and then re-frozen as cooked dishes. Chicken: Should be cooked and re-frozen as a fresh dish Storage Advice Store fresh food in airtight boxes or wrap in bags or foil which is suitable for freezing. Do not allow frozen food into direct contact with food to be frozen. Pre frozen food must be place in the freezer as quickly as possible after purchasing. -9-
To prevent frost damage to fresh vegetables or fruits they must be processed appropriately before being placed into the freezer compartment. To Defrost the Freezer 1. Wrap any food in layers of newspaper or blankets. 2. Switch the appliance off at the wall socket and remove the plug. 3. Open the freezer door. 4. Place a suitable container to collect the defrost water. 5. After defrosting, clean and dry the interior. 6. Switch the appliance on and replace any frozen food. Defrosting can be speeded up by putting bowls of hot (not boiling) water in the freezer and loosening the frost with a suitable plastic scraper. Notes: Never use sharp metal tools, you will damage the appliance. Never use an electrical heater to raise the temperature; this will result in an electric shock. External Cleaning Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products. There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should be taken when cleaning. When the Appliance is Not in Use When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity supply, empty all of the food and clean the inside. Leave the door open to prevent the build-up of odours. -10-
Trouble Shooting Please check the following points if you are experiencing problems. Before returning the products to store, please call our specialist team who will attempt to save you a journey. They can be contacted on 01204 644 084. The freezer is not operating Check that the plug is in the socket, the switch is on, the fuse is in-tact and use a known working item to ensure the plug socket is live. A gurgling or trickling noise can be heard This is NOT a fault. It is simply the coolant moving around in the circuit. The compressor is noisy when operating Check that the appliance is vertical. Use the adjustable front feet to achieve this. If the floor is unsteady or hollow, the vibration noise can be reduced by placing a sheet of 10-15mm plywood underneath. The freezer is not cold enough Check that the door is sealed on all 4 edges when closed. Check that the thermostat knob has not been moved accidentally. Insufficient air flow space has been provided around the appliance. The freezer is too cold Check that the thermostat is set correctly. Move it towards 1 to increase internal temperature. -11-
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