Haier HRF-396 User Manual

After-sales service

In the event that the refrigerator does not work properly, please check out and solve
problems according to the following methods. If problems persist, contact the after­sales service center. Information of model, accessory list and serial number of the
refrigerator is required.

Please determine the cause of the problem before making any repair.

The refrigerator does not operate.

Disconnection to the
power supply (plug,
socket or fuse).

Voltage is low.

Lamp does not illuminate.

The bulb is bad. Power supply is

not connected.

Set temperature not reached.

Door is not properly closed,
or the door is opened for
long period.

Refrigerator is in direct
sunlight, or close to a heat
source.

Automatic defrosting is activated.
(Compressor ceases operation
for 30 minutes)

Excessive noise

Contact between the
refrigerator and a wall
or other article.

Theareaispoorly
ventilated, or the two sides
of the refrigerator are
covered by too much dust.

Uneven placement.

Location

The appliance should be placed on a flat and solid surface. If the refrigerator is
placed on a plinth, flat, strong and fire-resistant materials must be used. The front
black foot of the refrigerator can be adjusted clockwise or anti-clockwise to lift or
lower the refrigerator if it is placed on an uneven surface.

Adjustable Foot

Clockwise

Anti-clockwise

The refrigerator shall be placed away
from heat sources or direct sunlight.

Never place the refrigerator near to a
water source. Clean and dry any water
splashes and stains with soft cloth.

The refrigerator should be placed in a
well-ventilated area, and a space of 10cm
or more should be allowed around the
refrigerator.

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Never place the refrigerator in an area
with an ambient temperature below zero.
Never operate the refrigerator outdoors or
in rain.

Preparation

Unpacking

Remove all packing materials.

Check attached accessories and
materials.

Check if all accessories specified in the
Packing List are available. Contact the
local distributor if shortage is found.

Ensure that the refrigerator is properly
located.

(See section Location )

Quality

Certificate

Operation
Manual

Warranty
Certificate

Clean the refrigerator before using.

(See section Cleaning )

Time lapse before power supply

Connect the refrigerator to power source at
least 30 minutes after the refrigerator is
sited and cleaned.

Caution: After unpacking, write down the model and manufacture
number of the refrigerator on the Warranty Certificate which will be
required if technical services are applied for.

Operation

Power supply

Adjusting temperature

1. UI definition

1.1 Buttons and functions

Refrigerator and freezer scale; super freeze function

Press the following 3 buttons to set up desired performances:

a. C- refrigerator: setup of refrigerator performance

b. B-freezer: setup of freezer performance

c. A-super freeze: setup of super freeze performance

d. Refrigerator button + Freezer button + Super freeze button

(once/twice/thrice): setup test 1/test 2/exit

Operation

1.2 Indicator

a. Super freeze: the largest indicator lights on the top, super freeze mode

activated;

b. Refrigerator sensor 1 error: first one from left of refrigerator scale indicators

blinks at 1Hz

c. Refrigerator sensor 2 error: second from left of refrigerator scale indicators

blinks at 1Hz

d. Freezer sensor error: first from left of freezer scale indicators blinks at 1Hz

e. Defrost sensor error: second from left of freezer scale indicators blinks at

1Hz

f. Ambient temperature sensor error: third from left of freezer scale indicators

blinks at 1Hz

2. Initial status requirements

When the appliance is initialized, both refrigerator and freezer are set at scale 3
automatically with super freeze mode inactivated. If freezer sensor temperature is
between the points for turning on and off, the refrigerator will start operation when
temperature rises to the point for turning on.

3. Ordinary temperature setup control

3.1 Refrigerator temperature setup

Every press of refrigerator button (effect when released) will result in 1 scale
increase, and one after another of refrigerator indicators will light from left to right
until scale 5 is reached (5 indicators on). If the button is pressed again, the cycle
will start from scale 1 (left end indicator on).

Scale

Temperature

3.2 Freezer temperature setup

Every press of freezer button (effect when released) will result in 1 scale increase,
and one after another of freezer indicators will light from left to right until scale 5 is
reached (5 indicators on). If the button is pressed again, the cycle will start from
scale 1 (left end indicator on).

Refrigerating storage compartment

The refrigerator is for short-term
food storage of daily
consumption.

Although the temperature in most areas in

the refrigeration compartment can be
regulated between 0 C and 10 C,
extended periods of food storage is not

recommended. Refrigerator should only be
used for short-term storage.

Storage areas

As cold air circulates inside the refrigerator,
temperature differences exist inside the
storage compartments. Area is the coldest.
Different foods should be placed in different
areas according to their properties.

Eggs and butter
Beverages and bottled food
Canned food and seasonings
Pickled food or canned pickled food
Wheaten food, canned food, and bean curd
Cooked meat and sausages
Fruit, vegetables and salad

Caution: Ensure that the door of the chiller compartment is
closed before closing refrigerator door.

Lamp and its replacement

Lamp: 220-240V, 15W
Lamp holder: E14 (lamps exceeding 15W

must not be used)
When replacing the lamp ,

1. Unplug to disconnect the power

2. Remove the food shelf in front of the lamp.

3. Insert a flat tool into the slot, push

upward to remove the lampshade.

4. Remove the lamp by turning anti-

clockwise and install a new lamp by
turning it clockwise.

5. Properly install the lampshade after

ensuring that all lugs on the cover are
placed into the holes on the lamp holder.

Lamp cover

Lug

Slot

Hole

Lamp holder

Lamp

Refrigerating storage precautions

Hot food must be cooled to room
temperature before storing in the
refrigerator.

Food to be stored should be properly
sealed.

This will prevent moisture in the food from
evaporating and prevent vegetables and
fruit from tainting in flavor.

Dry any water droplets on the food
before placing it in the refrigerator.

Storage of sorted food

Food to be stored should be sorted
according to consumer requirements.
Food consumed daily should be placed in
the most convenient area, this will
minimize opening periods for the door.

Do not store excess quantities or
weights of food

Food should be stored with spaces in
between for better storage results. Never
overload shelves, as they may collapse
under excessive loads.

Do not place food too close to the
internal walls

Food with high moisture content should
not be placed close to the walls of the
inner liner. Maintain a space to prevent
food from freezing onto the walls.

Suggestions

Storage period will be extended if
vegetables are placed with their roots
towards the cold source.

Eggs should be stored vertically in the
egg holder.

Leaves of carrots or turnips should be
removed before storage.

Frozen food can be placed in the cold
compartment before serving, as this
will conserve energy.

Onions, garlic, ginger, water chestnuts
and other root vegetables should not
be stored in the refrigerator, as these
foods are suitable for long-term
storage at normal temperatures.

Ripe squash, melon, pawpaw, bananas
and pineapples should not be stored in
the refrigerator. Freezing will
accelerate the ripening process.