CHEST FREEZER
HCF150A
HCF210A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CONTENTS
SAFETY
HOW TO USE
CLEANING
IN CASE OF THE FOLLOWING
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
PRECAUTIONS
Thank you for purchasing this Hisense product. To ensure proper use, we
recommend that you read this instruction manual before operating the unit.
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IMPORTANT: before you install your appliance PLEASE CHECK FOR ANY DAMAGE OR MARKS.
If you find that the is damaged or marked you must report this within 7 days if you wish
appliance
to claim for the damaged marks under the manufactures warranty.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1
To ens ure proper us e, please tho roughly stu dy these SAFETY PRECAUTIONS before operating the
appliance.
The pu rpose of the sa fety precau tions in this m anual is to minimize risks that could cause serious
damage and injury t o you or other pe rsons. The sa fety precautions are divided into WARNINGS and
CAUTIONS. Cases w here improp er handling o f the unit coul d lead to death or serious injury are listed
under the WARNING heading. However, the cases listed under the CAUTI ON heading co uld
also lead to seriou s results. To e nsure the saf ety, adhere strictly to both types of safety precautio ns.
WARNING
set of f by the exclam ation mark co ntains information that should be strictly adhered to. After
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read ing the instr uction manu al, store it an e asily acces sible place where the user(s) of this
Improper handling of the unit could lead to death or serious injury.
appliance
can ea sily find it.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
WARNING
DON'T TAMPER
DANGER OF
EXPLOSION
All repairs, disassembly and modifications
should be performed only by qualified
technicians. Attempting to perform
these yourself could result in a fire,
malfunction, and injury.
Never put flammable or volatile
substances into the unit as explosion and
fire could result.
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARDS
PROHIBITED
Never splash water directly onto the
product or wash with water as shortcircuit and electrical leakage could result.
Do not damage, modify, excessively bend,
strain, twist or bundle up the power cord.
Also, placing heavy objects the power
cord or squeezing it in a tight place could
damage it, possible resulting in electrical
shock or fire.
PROHIBITED
Use a dedicated wall outlet. Do not use
extension cords or convenience
receptacles as this could result in
electrical shock, overheating and a fire.
FLAMMABLE
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Never use flammable spray cans or leave
flammable substances near the unit.
Sparks from electrical switches could
result in explosion and fire.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2
WARNING
PROHIBITED
PROHIBITED
Do not store bottles and cans in the unit.
The contents could freeze and the
containers break causing injury.
For indoor use only. Using the unit in a
location exposed to rain could result in
electrical leakage and electrical shock.
Install the unit in a location where the
floor is sturdy enough to support the
load of the unit. If the floor is not sturdy
enough or installation is incorrectly
performed, the unit could tip over and
cause personal injury.
CAUSION AGAINST
PROHIBITED
EXPLOSION
The unit is intended for storage of frozen foods.
Storage of items other than the intended could have
an adverse affect on the items stored in the unit.
Frozen foods
Never place heavy objects or items containing
water on top of the unit. Containers filled with
Water could fall and cause injury. Furthermore, the
spilled water could deteriorate the insulation of
electrical components and result in electrical leakage.
If you find a gas leakage,please don't touch
the chest freezer,and close gas and open
the door for ventilation. A gas leakage could
cause an explosion, fire, and injury.
When you dispose of refrigerators and freezers
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remove any doors Children can suffocate if they get
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trapped inside This refrigerator contains insulation
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formed with flammable blowing gases Avoid safety
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hazards by carefully disposing of this appliance
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Please contact your local council and seek
environmentally friendly solution
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Keep away from hot air sources
Cooling performance is reduced if the unit is
placed near heat sources such as hot plates and
stoves and if it is exposed to direct sunlight.
Leave disassembly and disposal of the
unit to qualified experts.
When not in use please store the unit in a location away
from children. Please take necessary precautions to keep
the door opened to avoid accidental entrapment inside
the compartment.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
CAUTION
Sufficient ventilation is required to ensure your
freezer operates at optimum high efficiency and
with lowest possible power consumption, Therefore
you are required to place your appliance in a position
with adequate clearance. We recommend you place
your appliance at 100mm away from the wall to the
back of your appliance, 200mm from the side
clearance and 300mm from the top of your appliance.
A clearance space of 160 degrees is required for the
appliance door.
Never hang from the door or climb onto
the unit.
PROHIBITED
Never touch the power cord plug, other
electrical components, or operate the switch
PROHIBITED
with wet hands. Electrical shock could result.
DISCONNECT
POWER CORD
PLUG FROM
WALL OUTLET
PROHIBITED
If the supply cord is damaged,it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person
in order to avoid a hazard.
Disconnect the power cord plug from the
wall outlet before moving the unit and make
sure that the power cord is not damaged
during transport. A damaged power cord
could result in electrical shock and/or fire.
Never use if the power cord or plug is
damaged or the plug cannot be firmly seated
in the receptacle sockets as electrical shock,
short-circuit and fire could result.
When disconnecting the power cord plug
from the wall outlet, hold at the plug main
body close to the outlet. Pulling the cord
could cause wire breakage, causing
overheating and fire.
Make sure that the unit does not tip over
or fall when it is moved. A falling unit
could cause serious injury.
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HOW TO USE
BEFORE USE
Remove shipping packaging, tape, etc. and leave the lid open for ventilation for a while.
The unit is cleaned before shipment. However, clean the compartment interior once after delivery.
Following installation, refrigeration will start about 10 minutes after operation is started.
Operate for about 2 hours to cool the freezer compartment before placing items in the freezer.
WAIT 5 MINUTES OR MORE BEFORE RE-STARTING
Restarting the unit immediately after it has been turned off may cause fuses to blow and activate
the circuit-breaker, the compressor may be overloaded, and/or other damage may occur.
DEFROSTING
When 5mm of frost forms in the freezer, for max im um e fficiency defrosting is requi re d, y ou c ou ld shave off the
excess or defrost completely. If you defr os t co mp le tely, please do as follows:
1.) Empty the contents & disconnect the pow er c or d;
2.) Shaving the frost whilst thawing will s ho rt en t he d efrost time;
3.) Then drain, wipe & clean the inside with a so ft c lo th .
WARNING
Do not use a hammer, knife or bottle to chisel an y pa rt o f th e
freezer. Use a plastic scraper to prevent d am ag in g th e inside
lining and evaporater.
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CLEANING
To pre vent any elec tical shock h azards or inj ury by rotating circulation fan, always
disconnect the po wer cord plug f rom the wall ou tlet before c leaning.
1 EXTERIOR AND COOLER COMPARTMENT
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. If very soiled, wi pe w it h a cl ot h that has been moistened with a detergent. The n dr y of f
with a clean moist cloth.
WARN ING: Do not spl ash water dir ectly onto th e freezer and do not wash with water.
Shor t-circuit a nd electric al shock coul d result.
For maximum efficiency keep the freezer c le an a t al l ti me s.
To prevent damage to plastic parts and lacquer coating do not clean your
appliance with hot water diluent, petrol, alcohol, kerosene, washing
powder, cleanser, aikailinous detergent, acid, chemical cloth, etc.
IN CASE OF THE FOLLOWING
1 POWER FAILURE
Sudden power failure
Keep opening and closing of the door to a minimum t o pr ev en t co ld air from escaping from the freezer
compartment. Covering exterior glass su rf ac es w it h a blanket, etc.will further help t o ma in ta in a l ow
temperature.
Announced power suspension
In case of a long power suspension, place dry i ce i n th e fr ee zer compartment.
Keep opening and closing of the door to a minimum .
Avoid placing new items in the freezer as thi s wi ll r ai se t he temperature inside the compartment.
2 WHEN NOT USED FOR A LONG PERIOD
Remove all items from the compartment and d is co nn ec t the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
Clean the compartment interior and wipe awa y al l wa te r. To prevent mold formation and bad smell, leave the d oo r
open to dry the compartment completely.
3 WHEN NOT USED TEMPORARILY
Clean the compartment interior and wipe awa y al l wa te r.
Place an object in between the door and outer cas in g to p re ve nt the door from closing.
Keep children away from playing with the un it - e nt ra pm en t could result.
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TROUBLESHOOTINGS
Please check the following items if you encounter problems with the unit. If the problem continues after taking the proper
remedial actions, disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
Transfer the items stored in the freezer to another freezer. Then contact the service provider listed in the warranty card,
and be ready to provide information as listed in "REQUIRED INFORMATION" below.
To prevent any electrical shock hazards, do not disconnect the power cord plug from
CAUTION
the wall outlet with wet hands.
No refrigeration
at all
Inadequate
refrigeration
Excessive noise
Condensation
on cooler
exterior
The circumference
of chest freezer
feels hot
Is the power supply interrupted?
Is the power cord plug disconnected from the wall outlet?
Are the power fuses blown and/or the circuit breaker activated?
The temperature control dial in the direction of MAX.If too cold,turn dial in
direction of OFF?
Is the place of installation badly ventilated?
Is the freezer exposed to direct sunlight, placed near a heater or stove?
Are the lids opened and closed frequently?
Are items stocked beyond the load line?
The temperature control dial in the direction of MAX.If too cold,turn dial in
direction of MIN?
Much frost forms in the chest freezer?
Is the floor underneath the freezer sturdy enough?
Is the unit shaking and rattling?
Is the rear panel of the unit contacting a wall, etc.?
A container or something is behind the chest freezer?
The compressor will generate a rather loud sound for a while after operation is
started. The noise will cease together with refrigeration.
Condensation may condense on the exterior and door during hot and humid
days or depending on the place of installation. This occurs when the humidity
is high and water particles in the air contact cold surfaces. This is normal.
wipe away condensation with a dry cloth.
Especially in warmer conditions or startup, the circumference of chest freezer feels hot.
This is because the chest freezer incorporates a pipe for radiating and preventing
condensation.
The heat does not affect the contents in the freezer.
This appliance will sometimes stop running when the thermostat turns off.
REQUIRED INFORMATION
Nature of malfunction
(as accurately as possible)
Product number
Serial number
(inscribed on badge)
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Customer's name, address,
phone number
Year and date of purchase
Pipe
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