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USER MANUAL FOR YOUR HOMEKING
HRTT485W
47 cm Table-top
mini fridge with ice box
NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference, for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
JW 22/02/13
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Contents
Environmental note 3
Important safety information 4 - 5
Specifications of your fridge with ice box 6
Description of the appliance 7
Description of the product features 7
Using your Homeking fridge 8 - 9
Before switching on 8
During first use 8
Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat 9
Arranging and storing food in the fridge section 10
The ice-box compartment 11
Normal operating noises 11
Cleaning and maintenance 12-13
Defrosting the ice-box compartment 12-13
Installation 13-18
Electrical connection 13-14
Positioning 14-15
Reversing the door 15-18
Troubleshooting 19-20
Technical data 21
Contact details 24
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Environmental note
Note
: Before discarding an old appliance, switch off and
disconnect it from the power supply. Cut off and render any
plug useless. Cut the cable off directly behind the appliance
to prevent misuse. This should be undertaken by a
competent person. Disable the door lock to make sure that
children cannot get stuck inside the appliance.
o The packaging materials that Homeking uses are
environmentally friendly and can be recycled.
o Please discard all packaging material with due regard for the
environment.
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Important safety information
Your safety is of the utmost importance to Homeking.
Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet
before attempting to install or use the appliance. If you
are unsure of any of the information contained in this
booklet, please contact the Homeking Advice Line.
IMPORTANT: Any installation work must be carried
out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
Use of the appliance
o Your appliance is only designed to be used in the
home. It is suitable for storing food that needs to
be chilled and refrigerated. If it is used for any
other purpose or it is not used correctly, then
Homeking will accept no liability for any damage
that is caused.
o Altering the specification of the appliance must not be attempted
for reasons of safety.
Before using your appliance
o Check the appliance for any signs of transport damage. If you
notice any damage, then you should not connect your appliance
to your mains supply and should contact your retailer.
Refrigerant
o Your appliance contains R600a refrigerant, which is a natural gas
that does not contain CFCs that can damage the environment.
However it is a flammable substance, therefore care should be
taken:
During the transportation and installation of the
appliance, make sure that the refrigeration pipe work
does not get damaged.
If it does become damaged then sources of ignition
and open flames should be avoided. Also the room
that the appliance is situated in should be thoroughly
ventilated.
o Do not place any objects on top of the appliance,
as this may damage the table top.
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Child safety
o Packaging material should be kept away from
children.
o Children should not be allowed to touch the
controls or play with the appliance.
General safety
o Do not pull on the power supply cable to remove the plug from
your mains supply socket.
o Do not pull out or insert the plug with wet hands.
o Do not attempt to use your appliance outdoors or
any place where it is likely to come into contact with
the elements.
o Before cleaning the appliance or performing maintenance work,
ensure that the appliance has been disconnected from your
mains supply.
o Never allow the back coils of the appliance to come into contact
with the wall surface.
o Always ensure that the location where you are installing your
appliance is free of stored items such as papers and other
flammable materials.
o Never block the ventilation openings of the appliance, either on
the inside or its exterior.
o It is vital to keep your appliance well ventilated, so
that there is proper air flow between the bottom of
the unit and the plinth/kick plate which it is sitting
on.
o Do not place electrical devices inside of the appliance, such as
mixers or ice cream makers.
Service
You should not attempt to repair the appliance
yourself, as this could cause injury or a more serious
malfunction. If you require a service call then please
contact the Homeking Customer Care Department.
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Specifications of your fridge with ice box
o Total gross / net capacity: 47 / 46 litres
o Gross fridge / icebox capacity: 42 / 5 litres
o Net fridge / icebox capacity: 41 / 5 litres
o Noise level: 42 dB
o 0-star ice-box
o Adjustable thermostat
o Automatic fridge defrost
o 1 x Wire shelf
o 1 x General door rack
o 1 x Bottle rack
o Adjustable feet
Dimensions of appliance
Height: 495 mm
Width: 444 mm
Depth: 485 mm
Energy efficiency class
Energy class: A+
IMPORTANT: When you install your appliance it is important to bear
in mind its climatic rating.
In order to find out the climatic rating of your appliance, you should
check the rating plate. The rating plate is located on the front left edge
of the inside of the fridge section. You will need to open the door of
your appliance to be able to find it. The rating plate will indicate the
ambient temperature range that your appliance will function correctly
within.
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Description of the appliance
1) Ice box
2) Defrost water catcher
3) Wire shelf
4) Thermostat control
5) Bottle (lower) door rack
6) General (upper) door rack
Description of the product features
Shelf (3)
o The adjustable shelf may be placed in any of the guide slots
within the interior of the appliance. It is protected from sliding
out.
o To remove the shelf
the shelf that you want to remove. Then lift the front of the shelf
and carefully pull it out of the grooves.
General door rack (6)
o The general door rack is suitable for storing yogurt, small
packages, tubes, cans, etc.
Bottle door rack (5)
o The lower rack should be used for storing reasonably sized
bottles.
o IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT NONE OF THE RACKS
THAT SIT IN THE DOOR ARE OVERLOADED, AS THIS WILL
DRASTICALLY REDUCE THEIR WORKING LIFE.
: Take off all of the items that are stored on
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Using your Homeking fridge
Before switching on
o Make sure that it has been installed by a suitably qualified
person, as per the information contained in Homeking’s
installation instructions.
o After delivery, wait for eight hours before connecting the
appliance to your mains supply. This will allow any refrigerant
gasses that may have been disturbed during the transportation
process to settle.
o The outside of the appliance and the removable accessories
contained within it, should be cleaned with a solution of liquid
detergent and water.
o The interior of the appliance should be cleaned with
a solution of sodium bicarbonate dissolved in
lukewarm water. The interior and accessories should
be thoroughly dried, after the cleaning process has
been completed.
o There can be an odour when you first switch on the appliance. It
will lessen as the appliance starts to cool.
During first use
o With dry hands, connect your appliance to your mains supply.
Set the thermostat control knob to position <7> for a 24 hour
period, before positioning it to the normal setting of <4>.
o When you first switch on the appliance, the compressor will run
more frequently for approximately 24 - 48 hours.
o During this period of time, you should try not to open the door
frequently or place a large amount of food within the appliance.
o If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5
minutes before restarting the appliance on the thermostat or
reconnecting it to your mains supply.
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Switching on the appliance and setting the thermostat
o You switch on your appliance by connecting it to your mains
supply and setting the thermostat. The thermostat dial is located
on the upper right hand side of the inside of the cabinet, next to
the interior light.
o The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside
the fridge. The temperature is affected by the number that the
thermostat dial is set to.
o Position <0> means that the appliance will not cool.
o Position <1> will give you a higher temperature inside the
fridge.
o Position <7> will give you a lower temperature inside the fridge.
o Ideally the thermostat dial should be set to position <4>.
o The fridge section can maintain a temperature of between 4 – 6
degrees centigrade.
o IMPORTANT: The ambient temperature of the room, the
temperature of food and the amount of food that has
been placed in the fridge and how often the door is
opened, will all affect the temperature being maintained
by the appliance.
o On the maximum setting (position <7>), your fridge will work
harder to maintain a lower temperature and will increase the
energy usage. There is no need to run your appliance on setting
<7> for prolonged periods.
o IMPORTANT: Do not run the thermostat above position <5> for
prolonged periods, otherwise the defrost drainage hole will
freeze.
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Arranging and storing food in the fridge section
o Warm food or evaporating liquids should not be stored in your
refrigerator, as this will increase the humidity inside of the
appliance.
o All foods should be wrapped or covered, this is particularly
important if the food has a strong flavour. You should use polythene
bags or sheets, aluminium foil, wax paper. Liquids should be stored
in covered containers or bottles.
o To maximise the space inside of the fridge section, any excessive
packaging on the food should be removed.
o Quickly perishable food should be stored at the back of the
refrigerator, which is the coldest part of the appliance.
o No food items should be allowed to come into contact with the back
wall of the refrigerator.
o Make sure that you arrange food in such a way that the door can
close completely. Particular attention should be given to bottles that
may protrude when placed inside the main section of the
refrigerator.
o Some organic solutions, such as the oils in lemon/orange peel and
acid in butter, can cause damage to the plastic parts contained
inside of the refrigerator.
o Do not open the refrigerator door too often or leave the door open
for long periods of time, as this will increase the temperature inside
of the appliance and will increase the energy usage.
o Meat should be wrapped in polythene bags and then placed on the
bottom of the main compartment. (Meat should only be stored
in this manner for one or two days at the most).
o Cold dishes/cooked food should be covered.
o Fruit and vegetables should be cleaned thoroughly and placed on
the bottom half of the main compartment.
o Cheese and butter should be placed in airtight containers, or they
can be wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags. As much air as
possible should be removed from the bags.
o Milk bottles should have a cap on them and be stored on the lower
door rack.
o Garlic, potatoes, onions and bananas should only be stored
in a refrigerator IF they are kept in airtight containers.
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The ice-box compartment
IMPORTANT: You should not attempt to freeze or store food in
an ice-box compartment. The ice-box compartment is designed
to only freeze/store ice.
o Do not place bottles (glass or tin) containing liquids
(especially sparkling liquids) into the ice-box compartment
as it could cause them to burst.
o IMPORTANT: You should ensure that the door is always shut
properly, otherwise you will get excessive ice and frost build up
inside of the ice-box compartment. This will make it necessary to
defrost the compartment more frequently and increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.
Normal operating noises
Ice cracking noise
o Can be caused by expansion and contraction within the ice-box
compartment.
Short cracking noise
o Can be heard when the thermostat turns the compressor on and
off.
Compressor noise
o There will be an operating noise when the compressor is running.
o After installation, the compressor may be noisier for a short
period of time.
Bubbling and burbling sound
o This noise is emitted as the coolant flows through the pipe work
within the fridge.
Water flowing sound
o This is caused by water flowing into the evaporating tray during
the defrosting process and can be heard whilst the fridge is
defrosting.
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Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR
APPLIANCE IS DISCONNECTED FROM YOUR
MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
CLEAN IT.
o Do not clean the appliance by pouring water onto it or
spraying water over it.
o The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned
periodically, using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and
lukewarm water.
o Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do
not clean them in a dishwasher.
o Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps.
o After washing the appliance, wipe over the area that you have
cleaned with a damp cloth and then dry it thoroughly.
o When cleaning is complete, dry your hands and then reconnect the
plug to your mains supply.
Defrosting the ice-box compartment
After a period of time frost will build up in the ice-box compartment.
As a temporary measure, this frost should be scraped away using a
plastic scraper. Complete defrosting will however become necessary.
This will maintain the efficiency of the refrigerator. It should also be
carried out if the frost build up cannot be scraped away, or if it begins
to interfere with the storage of ice.
o Take out any items, turn the refrigerator off at the mains supply
and leave the door open.
o Scrape away as much frost build up as possible using a plastic
scraper. Thawing of the remaining ice can be sped up by placing a
bowl of hot water inside the ice-box compartment and closing the
door. As the solid frost loosens, prize it away with the plastic
scraper and remove.
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o If any defrost water spills into the ice-box water catcher, then you
should empty this out before switching the appliance back on.
o When defrosting is completed, clean your refrigerator and
thoroughly dry it.
o DO NOT USE ANY SHARP OBJECTS TO SCRAPE THE ICE-BOX
COMPARTMENT, AS THIS MAY RESULT IN THE LINING BEING
PUNCTURED. IF THIS HAPPENS THE APPLIANCE WILL NOT
BE REPAIRABLE.
Installation
IMPORTANT: Before installation and usage read all
the instructions and make sure that the voltage (V)
and the frequency (Hz) indicated on the rating
plate are exactly the same as the voltage and
frequency in your home. The rating plate can be
found on the front left edge of the inside of the refrigerator.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of the installer
failing to observe all the accident prevention regulations in force,
which are necessary for normal use and the regular operation of the
electric system.
Electrical connection
YOUR FRIDGE IS INTENDED FOR FITTED AND
PERMANENT INSTALLATION.
We recommend that the appliance is connected by a qualified
electrician, who is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C. and who will
comply with the I.E.E. and local regulations.
o Your refrigerator comes supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. If in
future you need to change the fuse in this plug, then a 13 amp
ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.
o The wiring in the mains lead is coloured as follows:
Brown Live
Blue Neutral
Green and yellow Earth
o As the colours of the wires in the appliance’s mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your spur box, please proceed as follows:
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The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked “L”
(live), or coloured red.
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked “N”
(neutral), or coloured black.
The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
marked “E” (earth), or by the earth symbol, or coloured green
and yellow.
o When the connection is completed, no stray strands or cut wire
should be present. The cord clamp must be secured over the
outer sheath.
Positioning
o It is advisable that your appliance is only installed in a location
where the ambient temperature of the room, corresponds with
the climate classification that is stated on the rating plate of your
appliance. Your appliance may not function correctly if the
ambient temperature falls outside of the following ranges.
Climate classification Appropriate ambient temperature
SN +10°C to +32°C
N +16°C to +32°C
ST +18°C to +38°C
T +18°C to +43°C
o Positioning the appliance requires two people in order to avoid
injuries or damage to the appliance.
o Your appliance should not be located in direct sunlight or
exposed to continuous heat or extremes of temperature (e.g.
next to a radiator or boiler). If this is not feasible, then you
should install an insulation plate between the appliance and the
adjacent heat source.
o You should check whether there is an electrical socket available,
which will be accessible after your appliance is installed.
o Place the appliance flatly and firmly on a solid base. The
appliance is fitted with adjustable feet on the front side, which
can be used to level the appliance.
o Anything positioned above the appliance must allow sufficient
cooling of the condenser. You must leave a 50 mm gap above
the appliance and a gap of 50 mm between the rear of the
appliance and the wall.
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o A gap of 50 mm must be provided around the sides of the fridge.
There should be a clear space in front of the appliance to allow
the door to open to 160°.
o If you are placing another cooling appliance next door to this
product, then there must be a gap of at least 100 mm between
the appliances. This will help to prevent condensation from
forming.
o Be sure to leave enough space for the opening of the door, to
avoid damage to the appliance or personal injury.
Reversing the door
IMPORTANT: BEFORE COMMENCING THE DOOR REVERSAL
PROCESS THE APPLIANCE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM
YOUR MAINS SUPPLY.
o We suggest that two people complete the door reversal process.
o We recommend that the door reversal process is done before the
appliance is placed in its final position.
o If food is already stored inside of it, then this must all be
removed before beginning the door reversal process.
o Retain all screws, caps and accessories that you remove for later
use.
1) Switch off the appliance and unplug it. Remove all contents and
shelving.
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2) Tilt the appliance backwards by no more than 45°. You may find
it easier to lay the appliance on its back, however you will need
to let the appliance stand for 8 hours before turning it on should
you do this.
3) Remove the lower hinge by unscrewing the securing
screws.(remove the leg first )
4) Pull the door downwards towards the bottom of the appliance,
releasing the top of the door from the top hinge-pin. Place the
door somewhere safe from damage.
5) Unscrew the three screws on the top
hinge and remove it. Re-attach the
hinge to the opposite side of the
appliance.
6) Remove the hinge-pin hole cap from
the top of the door and insert it into
the existing hinge-pin hole in the
opposite side, thus exposing the new
hinge-pin hole and covering the old
hole.
7) Unscrew the hinge-pin receiver
from the bottom of the door and
relocate it to the opposite side.
There are pilot groves for the
screws on the opposite side.
8) Reposition the door back onto
the appliance, slotting the door
onto the hinge-pin protruding
from the top of the ap
pliance.
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9) Install the lower hinge on the opposite side of the bottom of the
appliance/door from which it was removed using the original
screws, completing the door reversal procedure. Then install the
leg.
10) You can then re-attach the feet then stand the appliance back to
its upright position.
IMPORTANT: Check that the door opens and shuts correctly,
without fouling, after you have completed the door reversal
process. Please see the next page for further details.
IMPORTANT: WHEN YOU HAVE REVERSED THE DOOR OF THE
APPLIANCE. AS YOU HAVE TILTED THE APPLIANCE
BACKWARDS, YOU MUST WAIT FOR 12 HOURS BEFORE
SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE BACK ON.
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After the door has been reversed, you should check
the door seal of the appliance. The seal should not
be creased or crushed; otherwise there will be a gap
between it and the inside of the door.
o The seal must adhere properly all the way around the door.
o If the seal is not adhering to the cabinet properly, then you
should either:-
1. Use a warm damp cloth and manipulate the seal until it does
adhere to the cabinet properly, all the way around the door.
OR
2. Use a hair dryer on its lowest heat setting and lightly heat the
areas of the door seal that are not adhering correctly. The
heat will make the seal more pliable and this will allow you to
manipulate the seal into the correct position.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT HEAT THE DOOR SEAL ON ANYTHING BUT
THE LOWEST HEAT SETTING, OR HEAT THE SEAL FOR A LONG
PERIOD OF TIME. OTHERWISE DAMAGE MAY BE CAUSED TO
THE DOOR SEAL, WHICH WOULD NOT BE RECTIFIED UNDER
THE GUARANTEE FREE OF CHARGE.
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Troubleshooting
IMPORTANT: If your fridge appears not to be
operating properly, before contacting the Homeking
Customer Care Department, please refer to the
checklist below.
My fridge does not appear to be working/there is no
power to my appliance.
o Check that the plug is fully inserted into the power socket.
o Check that there is power to your mains supply (e.g. that there
hasn’t been a power cut or that the fuse hasn’t blown).
o Check that the thermostat inside the appliance has not been
turned to the off position.
o Check that your mains supply voltage, corresponds to the
voltage stated on the rating plate of your appliance.
My fridge appears to be performing poorly.
o Check that the appliance isn’t overloaded and that food hasn’t
been packed too tightly into it.
o The thermostat setting is too low; you should turn the
thermostat up higher.
o Ensure that the door is closing properly and that the door has
not been opened for a prolonged period in error.
o Ensure that there is adequate ventilation for your appliance.
My fridge is noisy.
o The refrigerant gas that circulates the pipe work of the appliance
may make a slight noise, even if the compressor is not running.
o If the noise worsens or the appliance gets louder than normal;
check that it is levelled off correctly, that nothing is touching the
rear of the fridge and that nothing placed inside the appliance is
rattling.
A thick ice sheet has formed on the inner back wall of
my fridge.
o Check that food has not been pushed too far back inside the
appliance, so that it is in contact with the inner back wall.
o The formation of ice droplets on the inner back wall does not
indicate a product fault.
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IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be
operating correctly, then you should disconnect it
from your mains supply and then contact the
Customer Care Department on telephone number
(0118) 933 6933.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF.
Please note that if an engineer is asked to attend whilst the product is
under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an
appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out
charge.
The appliance must be accessible for the engineer to perform
any necessary repair. If your appliance is installed in such a
way that an engineer is concerned that damage will be caused
to the appliance or your kitchen, then he will not complete a
repair.
This includes situations where appliances have been tiled in,
sealed in with sealant, have wooden obstructions placed in
front of the appliance - like plinths, or any installation other
than the one specified by Homeking has been completed.
Please refer to the conditions of guarantee that appear on the
warranty card that you receive with the appliance.
IMPORTANT: Homeking operates a policy of continuous
improvement and reserves the right to adjust and modify its
products without prior notification.
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Technical Data
Manufacturer HOMEKING
Model Number HRTT485W
Product Category 3 – Refrigerator with a 0 star
compartment
Energy Efficiency Class (1) A+
Annual Energy Consumption (2) 110 kWh
Storage Volume of Fridge
Compartment
Storage Volume of Ice-box
Compartment
Star Rating 0
Frost Free Compartments N/A
Temperature Rise Time N/A
Freezing Capacity N/A
Climate Class (3) N
Noise Level 42 dB
Installation Type Freestanding
41 litres
5 litres
(1) On a scale from A+++ (highest efficiency) to G (lowest efficiency).
(2) Annual energy consumption based on standard test results for 24
hours. The actual energy consumption will depend on how the
appliance is used and where it is located.
(3) This appliance is intended to be used at an ambient temperature
between “16°C” (lowest temperature) and “32°C” (highest
temperature).
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Homeking
Homeking
6 Bennet Road,
Reading,
Berkshire
RG2 0QX,
United Kingdom
Sales Telephone
0118 933 6900
Sales Fax
0118 931 0035
Service Telephone
0118 933 6911
Service Fax
0118 986 9124
Spares Telephone
01235 437244
Advice Line Telephone
0118 933 6933
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