Akai AK-H470FF User Manual

473L French Door Fridge

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MODEL: AK-H470FF

Contents

03 General Safety Instructions

06 Product Overview

07 Getting Started

11 Instructions

18 FAQs and Troubleshooting Guide

20 Other Useful Information

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General Safety Instructions

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this type of
product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
injury when correctly adhered to. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference,
along with the completed warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If applicable, pass
these instructions on to the next owner of the appliance.

Pay particular attention to messages that follow this safety alert symbol
or the words DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These words are used
to alert you to a potential hazard that can seriously injure you and others.
The instructions will tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and let
you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

This symbol alerts you to take care as the appliance contains flammable
materials: isobutane as refrigerant and cyclopentane as insulation
blowing gas. While isobutane (R600a) is a gas with a high level of
environmental compatibility, it is nevertheless flammable. Do not expose
the appliance to high heat, sparks and open flames.

Refrigerant matters

WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit! Never use an appliance with a

damaged refrigerant circuit! If the refrigerant circuit becomes damaged during transport

or installation, avoid proximity to open fires and all types of heat and ignition sources.
Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is located.

The room for installing the appliance must be at least 1m³ per 8g of refrigerant.
The amount and type of refrigerant in the appliance can be found in the technical
specifications on page 24 and on the appliance rating plate. It is hazardous for anyone
other than an authorised service person to service this appliance. In Queensland,
the authorised service person MUST hold a Gas Work Authorisation for hydrocarbon
refrigerants to carry out servicing or repairs which involve the removal of covers.

Responsible disposal

At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household waste.
Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have a detrimental
effect on the environment and human health if disposed of inappropriately. Observe any
local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical consumer goods and dispose of it
appropriately for recycling and recovery of the refrigerant and blowing agent.

WARNING! This refrigeration appliance contains flammable refrigerants and insulation

blowing gases, which must be removed before disposal. Contact your municipal
authorities for any codes or regulations concerning the disposal of such materials.

DANGER! Risk of child entrapment: When discarding this or another refrigerator, pull

the plug out of the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can)
and remove the doors to prevent playing children to suffer electric shock or to get trapped
inside the appliance. If the discarded appliance has a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid,
make the spring lock unusable to prevent it from becoming a death trap for children.

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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, always follow basic safety precautions
and accident prevention measures when using this appliance, including the following:

Electrical safety

• Voltage: Plug the appliance in a 220-240V, 50Hz, properly earthed power outlet, which
must be in good working order. Make sure your outlet voltage and circuit frequency
correspond to the voltage stated on the appliance rating label.

• Power connection: Do not use an adaptor; do not use an extension cord. Plug
the power plug directly into a separate power point that cannot easily be turned off
accidentally, and that is easily accessible so you can switch it off when required.

• Power cord: Do not kink or damage the power supply cord. Do not leave it exposed or
dangling. Secure it behind the appliance so no one steps on or places anything on the
cord or against it. A squashed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.

• Damaged cord: Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either end. Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire and/or
electric shock. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or its service agent. Contact the after sales support line for advice.

• WARNING! The light bulb supplied with this appliance is a special use bulb, which is
only suitable for use with this appliance, it is not usable for domestic lighting. Do not
use the appliance without the lamp properly installed. Do not touch the light bulb if it
has been on for a long period of time, as it could be very hot. The interior lamp can only
be replaced by authorised service personnel. Please contact our after sales support
centre for a service if the lamp needs replacing.

• Disconnection: Never unplug the unit by pulling the cord. Always grip the plug firmly
and pull straight out from the power point.

• Electrical work: All electrical work associated with the installation must be carried out
by a licensed electrician.

Usage conditions and restrictions

• Indoor domestic use only: This appliance is intended for indoor domestic use only. It
is not suitable for industrial or commercial use.

• Intended purpose: Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended
purpose, and only use it as described in this manual. Do not attempt to alter or
modify this appliance in any way.

• Usage restrictions: 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
the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children: Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance. Close
supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Never allow
children to operate, play with or crawl inside the appliance.

• WARNING! Do not use any electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside
refrigeration appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacturer.

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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)

Cleaning and maintenance

• Disconnect: Switch off and unplug the appliance from the mains socket before
cleaning, maintenance or servicing. Failure to do so can result in electric shock, injury
or death. Do not connect or disconnect the plug when your hands are wet.

• Flames: Do not let open flames or ignition sources enter the appliance.

• Flammable/explosive substances: Never clean this appliance with flammable fluids.

Do not store or use volatile, flammable or explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellants in or close to this or any other appliance. The fumes can
create a fire hazard or explosion.

• Solvents: Do not use solvent based cleaning agents or abrasives on the interior as
these may damage or discolour the surfaces of the appliances.

• WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrost-
ing process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Never use a sharp or
metal instrument to remove frost or clean the fridge. Use a plastic scraper, if necessary.

• Service: Do not attempt to repair, modify or replace any part of the appliance unless
specifically recommended in this manual. Refer all other servicing to a qualified
technician, or contact the after sales support centre for advice.

Installation (see pages 10–12 for comprehensive installation instructions)

• Heavy: This appliance is heavy, take care when moving it. To avoid back or other injury,
consider a two person lift or mechanical aid when installing it. Failure to do so can
result in back or other injury.

• Freestanding design: This appliance is designed to be freestanding only and should
not be recessed or built in.

• Keep it upright: Do not tilt the fridge more than 45º from upright when moving it.

• Handle with care: Do not apply force to any part such as the condenser or door.

• WARNING: Ventilation: To ensure proper ventilation, keep any ventilation openings,

in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstructions. Ensure
adequate air circulation around the appliance to prevent overheating.

• Level: Install the appliance level in order to ensure proper operation (see page 10).

• Location: Install the appliance in an area that meets the following requirements:

• Ambient temperature: The ambient temperatures must correspond to the climate

class (T) indicated on the rating plate of the appliance: 16°C–43°C.

• Floor surface: The floor must be sturdy, level (or nearly level) and strong enough to
support the unit when it is fully loaded.

• Areas to avoid: Avoid areas where the appliance would be exposed to direct sunlight,
sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator, etc.), extreme cold ambient temperatures or
excessive moisture and high humidity (such as outdoors or exposed to wind, rain
water spray or drips). Installing it in the coolest area of the room will save energy
consumption and running costs.

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Product Overview

Scope of delivery

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A Parts list

1 Door balconies (6)
2 Interior LED light
3 Removable glass shelves (2)
4 Anti-bacteria and deodorisation module
5 Chiller and crisper temperature control
6 Chiller drawer with temperature control
7 Crisper drawer with humidity control
8 Freezer slide-out trays (2)
9 Freezer drawers (4)
10 Levelling feet
11 Recessed handles

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B Accessories bag (not shown)

C-type washers (3)
Rubber blocks (2)

C Documentation (not shown)

Instruction manual
Warranty certificate

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Getting Started

Unpacking

• Packaging materials: This product has been packaged to protect it against

transportation damage. Remove all packaging materials from around and inside the
appliance and keep the original packaging carton and materials in a safe place. It
will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported in the future,
and you can use it to store the appliance when it is not in use. In the event that the
carton is to be disposed of, please recycle all packaging materials where possible.

Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so
ensure all packaging materials are out of their reach and disposed of safely.

• Parts: Check to ensure you have all the parts listed in the Product Overview section.

• Damage: When unpacking, check the appliance carefully for damage. If it is

damaged, do not install the appliance. Contact our after sales support centre for
advice on examination or return of the damaged appliance.

• Power cord: Unwind the power cord to its full length and inspect it for damage.
Do not use the appliance if the appliance or its cord have been damaged or are
not working properly. In case of damage, contact our after sales support centre for
advice on examination, repair or return of the damaged product.

• Read the manual: Before installing your new fridge, read all safety instructions,
especially the sections on installation and electrical safety on pages 6–7. Installation
instructions follow on the next pages.

• Clean: Make sure the appliance is disconnected from the power supply before
cleaning the interior. Remove any tape that secured drawers, trays and shelves
during transport. Clean the interior surfaces and all internal accessories with
lukewarm water, a soft cloth and a neutral/mild soap/detergent. This will remove
any dust from transit and storage and help remove the typical smell of a brand new
product. Then dry thoroughly.

CAUTION: Do not use harsh or abrasive detergents or powders as these will

damage the finish.

NOTE:

Due to continued product improvement, images and illustrations in this manual may
vary slightly from the product purchased. All images in this manual are for reference
purposes only. Parts are not necessarily pictured to scale.

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Getting Started (Cont.)

Installation

Space requirements

• Door opening: Place the unit so there is enough space for the doors to open easily.

• Clearances: Ensure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet,

which is necessary to cool the compressor and condenser. Allow at least 100mm
clear space at the back of the unit (Fig. 1) and 50mm at the sides (Fig. 2).

• Overhanging wall units: To ensure best performance, if the appliance is positioned
below an overhanging wall unit, the minimum distance between the top of the
cabinet and the wall unit must be at least 100mm. Ideally, however, the appliance
should not be positioned below overhanging wall units.

Fig. 1

Levelling the appliance

The appliance must be installed level so
that it can work properly and the magnetic
doors seals are properly aligned.

• To move the unit, tilt it slightly backward onto its wheels (Fig. 3).

• To level the unit, adjust one or both levelling feet at the base of the cabinet (Fig. 4).

Fig. 4

Doors

Fig. 2

From factory:

• Wherever possible the spacers of the
product should be against a wall to
avoid touching or catching warm parts
(compressor, condenser) to prevent
possible burn.

Fig. 3

Levelling foot Wheel

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Turn the levelling feet clockwise to raise or anticlockwise

to lower the front of the cabinet.

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