Hisense RB325D4AW1, RB325D4AB1 User's Operation Manual

RB325D4AW1
RB325D4AB1

Contents

Safety and warning information_ __ _ _ _ _ Using your appliance_ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Cleaning and Care _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Troubleshooting _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Disposal of the appliance_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Reversing the door _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Description of the appliance _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Operation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Helpful hints and tips__ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

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For your safety and correct
usage, before installing and
first using the appliance, read
this user manual carefully,
including its hints and
warnings. To avoid
unnecessary mistakes and
accidents, it is important to
make sure that all people
using the appliance are
thoroughly familiar with its
operation and safety
features. Save these
instructions and be sure that
they remain with the
appliance if it is moved or
sold, so that a using it

throughout its life will be
properly informed on its
correct appliance usage and

safety.
For the safety of life and
property, keep the
precautions of these user's
instructions as the
manufacturer is not
responsible for damages

This appliance is in accordance with the following EU guidelines:
and 2004/108/EC and 2009/125/EC and EC.643/2009 and 2002/96/EC

2006/95/EC

caused by omission.

This appliance can be used
by children aged from 8
years and above and
persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge
if they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be
made by children without
supervision.
Keep all packaging away
from children as there is risk
of suffocation.
If you are discarding the
appliance, pull the plug out of

Safety for children and others
who are vulnerable people

Installing your new appliance_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

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of the socket, cut the
connection cable (as close
to the appliance as you can)
and remove the door to
prevent children playing
from suffering an electric
shock or from closing
themselves inside it.
If this appliance, featuring a
magnetic door seals, is to
replace an older appliance
having a spring lock (latch)
on the door or lid, be sure to
make the spring lock
unusable before you
discard the old appliance.
This will prevent it from
becoming a death trap for a
child.

General safety

This
appliance is intended

WARNING —

to
be used in
similar applications such as

household and

-staff kitchen areas in
shops, offices and other
working environments;

-farm houses and by clients
in hotels, motels and other
residential type
environments;

-bed and breakfast type
environments;

-catering and similar non­retail applications
WARNING — Do not store
explosive substances such

as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this
appliance.
WARNING — If the supply
cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the
manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
WARNING — Keep
ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in
the built-in structure, clear
of obstruction.
WARNING — Do not use
mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the
defrosting process, other
than those recommended
by the manufacturer.
WARNING — Do not
damage the refrigerant
circuit.
WARNING — Do not use
electrical appliances inside
the food storage
compartments of the
appliance, unless they are
of the type recommended
by the manufacturer.
WARNING — The
refrigerant and insulation
blowing gas are flammable.
When disposing of the
appliance, do so only at an
authorized waste disposal
centre.

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plug is not or
damaged. A or
damaged power plug may
overheat and cause a fire.

3. Make sure that you can
plug of the

appliance.

4. Do not pull the main cable.

5. If the power plug socket is

loose, do not insert the power
plug. There is a risk of
electric shock or fire.

6.You must not operate the

crushed

crushed

access the main

appliance without the interior
lighting lamp cover.

7.The fridge is only applied

with power supply of single
phase alternating current of
220~240V/50Hz. If fluctuation
of voltage in the district of
user is so large that the
voltage exceeds the above
scope, for safety sake, be
sure to apply A.C. Automatic
voltage regulator of more
than 350W to the fridge. The
fridge must employ a special
power socket instead of
common one with other
electric appliances. Its plug
must match the socket with
ground wire.

Electrical safety

Do not expose to flame.

The refrigerant isobutene
(R600a) is contained within
the refrigerant circuit of the
appliance, a natural gas with
a high level of environmental
compatibility, which is
nevertheless flammable.
During transportation and
installation of the appliance,
ensure that none of the
components of the refrigerant
circuit becomes damaged.
The refrigerant (R600a) is
flammable.

Refrigerant

If the refrigerant circuit should
be damaged:

-Avoid opening flames and
sources of ignition.

-Thoroughly ventilate the
room in which the appliance
is situated.
It is dangerous to alter the
specifications or modify this
product in any way. Any
damage to the cord may
cause a shortcircuit, fire,
and/or electric shock.

1.The power cord must not
be lengthened.

2. Make sure that the power

Caution:risk of fire

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Do not store flammable
gass or liquids in the
appliance,There is a risk of
an explosion.
Do not operate any
electrical appliances in the
appliance(e.g.electric ice
cream makers,mixers etc.).
When unplugging always
pull the plug from the mains
socket,do not pull on the
cable.
Do not place hot items near
the plastic components of
this appliance.
Store pre-packed frozen
food in accordance with the
frozen food manufacture’s
instructions.
The appliances
manufactures storage
recommendations should
be strictly adhered to.Refer
to relrelevant instructions
for
Do not place carbonated of
fizzy drinks in the freeze
compartment as it creates
pressure on the
container,which may cause
it to explode,resulting in
damage to the appliance.

frost
burns if consumed straight
from the freezer
compartment.

storage.

Frozen food can cause

Daily use

Do not place the appliance
in direct sunlight.
Keep buring candles,lamps
and other items with naked
flames away from the
appliance so that do not set
the appliance on fire.
The appliance is intended
for keeping food stuff and/or
beverages in normal
household as explained in
this instruction booklet.
The appliance is
heavy.Care should be taken
when moving it.
Do not remove nor touch
items from the freezer
comartment if your hands
are damp/wet,as this could
cause skin abrasions or
frost/freezer burns.
Avoid prolonged exposure
of the appliance to direct
sunlight.
Never use the base,
drawers, doors etc. to stand
on or as supports.
Frozen food must not be
refrozen once it has been
thawed out.
Do not consume ice
popsicles or ice cubes
straight from the freezer as
this can cause freezer burn
to the mouth and lips.
To avoid items falling and
causing injury or damage to
the appliance, do not

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Adequate air circulation
should be around the
appliance, lacking this leads
to overheating. To achieve
sufficient ventilation, follow
the instructions relevant to
installation.
Wherever possible the back
of the product should be
against a wall to avoid
touching or catching warm
parts (compressor,
condenser) to prevent the
risk of a fire, follow the
instructions relevant to
installation.
The appliance must not be

locate close to radiators or
cookers.

Make sure that the mains
plug is accessible after the
installation of the appliance.

For electrical connection
carefully, follow the
instructions given in this
manual.

Unpack the appliance and
check if there are damages
on it. Do not connect the
appliance if it is damaged.
Report possible damages
immediately to the place
you bought it. In this case
retain packing.
It is advisable to wait at
least four hours before
connecting the appliance to
allow the oil to flow back in
the compressor.

overload the door racks or
put too much food in the
crisper drawers.

Installation Important!

Caution!
Care and cleaning

Before maintenance, switch
off the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the mains socket.
Do not clean the appliance
with metal objects, steam
cleaner, ethereal oils,
organic solvents or abrasive
cleansers.
Do not use sharp objects to
remove frost from the
appliance. Use a plastic
scraper.

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Any electrical work required
to do the servicing of the
appliance should be carried
out by qualified electrician
or competent person.
This product must be
serviced by an authorized
Service Center, and only
genuine spare parts must
be used.

1)If the appliance is Frost
Free.

2)If the appliance contains
freezer compartment.

Service

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Reversing the door

1. Stand the refrigerator, open the upper
door and remove the door shelves and close
it(preventing the shelves are damaged ).

2. Use a putty kni f e or thi n -b l ad e
screwdriver to prize the screw hole cover
which is at the top left corner of the
refrigerator, and Unscrew the upper hinge
cover which is at the top right corner of the
refrigerator.

screw hole cover

screw

upper hinge
cover (right)

The side at which the door opens can be

changed from the right side (as supplied) to

the left side, if the installation site requires.

Tools you will need:

1. 8mm socket driver

2. cross-shaped screwdriver

Before you start lay the refrigerator on it’s
back in order to gain access to the base,
you should rest it on soft foam packaging or
similar material to avoid damaging the
cooling pipes at the rear of the refrigerator.

3. Putty knife or thin-blade screwdriver

3.Unscrew the special flange self-tapping
screws which are used for fixing the right
upper hinge part by a 8mm socket driver or
a spanner(please support the upper door
with your hand when doing it ).

right upper hinge part

special flange
selftapping screws

4.Remove the upper hinge axis, transfer it to
reversed side and tighten securely, then put
it in a safe place.

NOTE: When removing the door, watch for
washer(s) between the ceter hinge and the
bottom of the freezer door that may stick to
the door. Do not lose.

6.Unscrew the two special flange self­tapping screws which are used for fixing the
middle hinge part, then remove the middle
hinge part that hold the lower door in place.

5.Lift the upper door and set it on a non
scratching surface with the outside up

middle hinge part

special flange
selftapping screws

8. Remove the screw hole cover from the left
holes as illustrated and transfer them to the
uncover holes at the right side.

screw hole cover

screw hole covers

screw hole cover

screw hole covers

7. Lift the lower door and set it on a non
scratching surface with the outside up

NOTE: When removing the door, watch for
washer(s) between the ceter hinge and the
bottom of the freezer door that may stick to.
the door. Do not lose.

12. Transfer the lower door to the property
position, adjust the lower hinge part, make
the hinge axis into the lower hole of the
lower door, then tight the bolts.

9. Lay the refrigerator on soft foam
packaging or similar material. Remove both
adjustable bottom feet parts, and remove
the front feet fixed board and the lower
hinge part by unscrewing the special flange
self-tapping screws.

front feet fixed board

ajustable bottom
feet part

special flange
selftapping screws

lower hinge part

ajustable bottom
feet part

special flange
selftapping screws

10. Unscrew the bottom hinge axis and
remove it to the hole which is side-by-side
and screw it.

11. Replace the lower hinge part to the left
side and fixing it with the special flange self­tapping screws. Replace the front feet fixed
board to another side and fixing it with the
special flange self-tapping screws. Install
the ajustable bottom feet parts,

lower hinge part

front feet fixed board

13. Upturn the middle hinge part the
direction 180 degree, transfer it and adjust
its position ,Make the middle hinge axis into
the upper hole of the lower door, tight the
bolts.

14. Tr an sfer th e u p per do o r t o t he
appropriate position. Secure the door's level;
make the middle hinge axis into the lower
hole of the upper door.

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15. Transfer the upper hinge part and make
the upper hinge axis into the upper hole of
the upper door,and adjust the position of the
upper door(please support the upper door
with your hand when doing it),fixing the
upper hinge part with the special flange self­tapping screws.

16. Install the screw hole cover on the top
right corner of the refrigerator. Install the
upper hinge cover (which is in the plastic
bag) on the left corner and screw it.Put the
other upper hinge cover into the plastic bag.

17. Open the upper door and install the door
shelves, then close it.

Warning!

When changing the side at which the door
opens, the appliance must not be connected
to the mains. Remove plug from the mains
beforehand.

upper hinge part

screw

upper hinge cover (left)

screw hole
cover

Description of the appliance

View of the appliance

1.Temperature regulator

2.Storage shelf.

3.Crisper Cover

4.Crisper

5.Upper Drawer in freezer

6.Middle Drawer in freezer

7.Lower Drawer in freezer

8.Upper Door rack

9.Lower Door rack

10.Ajustable bottom feet part

11.handles(only for the model with handles)

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Operation

Starting up and temperature regulation

The temperature selector knob is located
on the top right of the refrigerator
compartment.

Setting 0 means:

Off.
Clockwise rotate the knob to turn on the

appliance
Setting 1 means:
Highest temperature, warmest setting.
Setting 7 (end-stop) means:
Lowest temperature, coldest setting.

Insert the plug of the connection lead into
the plug socket with protective earth
c o n t a c t . W h e n t h e r e f r i g e r a t o r
compartment door is opened, the internal
lighting is switched on.After the fridge has
been placed in position,wait for 5 minutes
before electricity is supplied.Don't store
anything until the temperature inside the
fridge becomes low enough.

Important! Normally we advise you select
setting of 2 or 3 or 4, if you want the
temperature higher or colder please turn the
knob to warmer or colder setting accordingly.
When you turn the knob to colder which can
lea d to the more energy efficienc y.
Otherwise, it would result the energy­consuming.

Important! High ambient temperatures (e.g.
on hot summer days) and a cold setting
(position 6 to 7) may cause the compressor
to run continuously or even non-stop!

Reason: when the ambient temperature is
high, the compressor must run continuously
to maintain the low temperature in the
appliance

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Wa r n in g ! If th e ligh t b u l b is
damaged.DO NOT CHANG IT BY
THE USER!

Changing the light bulb carry out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. it must be replaced
by a qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard. Contact your local Service Force
Center for help.

Before changing the light bulb, switch off
the appliance and unplug it, or pull the
fuse or the circuit breaker.

Light bulb data: 220-240 V,max.15W.

To switch off the appliance, set the
temperature regulator to position “0”.

Unplug the mains plug
To change the light bulb, undo the screw.
Press the light bulb cover and slide it

backwards.
Change the defective light bulb.
Refit the light bulb cover and the screw.
Put the refrigerator back into operation.

Changing the light bulb

Bulb

Bulb cover

Screw

Control Box

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Helpful hints and tips

Energy saving tips

We recommend that you follow the tips
below to save energy.
Try to avoid keeping the door open for
long periods in order to conserve energy.
Ensure the appliance is away from any
sources of heat (Direct sunlight, electric
oven or cooker etc)
Don't set the temperature colder than
necessary.
Don't store warm food or evaporating
liquid in the appliance.
Place the appliance in a well ventilated,
humidity free, room. Please refer to Installing
your new appliance chapter.
If the diagram shows the correct
combination for the drawers, crisper and
shelves, do not adjust the combination as
this is designed to be the most energy
efficient configuration.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

Do not place hot food directly into the
refrigerator or freezer, the internal
temperature will increase resulting in the
compressor having to work harder and will
consume more energy.
Do cover or wrap the food，particularly if it
has a strong flavor.

Place food properly so that air can
circulate freely around it.

Hints for refrigeration

Meat (All Types) Wrap in polythene food:
wrap and place on the glass shelf above the
vegetable drawer. Always follow food
storage times and use by dates suggested
by manufacturers.
Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.:
They should be covered and may be placed
on any shelf.
Butter and cheese:
Should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic
film wrap.

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It is recommended to label and date each
frozen package in order to keep track of the
storage time.

Hints for the storage of frozen food

Ensure that frozen food has been stored
correctly by the food retailer
Once defrosted， food will deteriorate
rapidly and should not be re-frozen. Do not
exceed the storage period indicated by the
food manufacturer.

Switching off your appliance

If the appliance needs to be switched off for
an extended period, the following steps
should be taken prevent mould on the
appliance.

1. Remove all food.

2. Remove the power plug from the mains
socket.

3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.

4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged
open slightly to allow air to circulate.

film wrap.
Milk bottles:
Should have a lid and be stored in the door
racks.

Hints for freezing

When first starting-up or after a period out
of use, let the appliance run at least 2 hours
on the higher settings before putting food in
the compartment.
Prepare food in small portions to enable it
to be rapidly and completely frozen and to
make it possible to subsequently thaw only
the quantity required.
Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or
polyethylene food wraps which are airtight,
Do not allow fresh，unfrozen food to
touch the food which is already frozen to
avoid temperature rise of the latter.
Iced products，if consumed immediately
after removal from the freezer compartment,
will probably cause frost burns to the skin.

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Cleaning and care

For h y gien i c rea s o n s the appliance
(including exterior and interior accessories)
should be cleaned regularly at least every
two months.
Caution! The appliance must not be
connected to the mains during cleaning.
Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning
switch the appliance off and remove the plug
from the mains socket.

Exterior cleaning

To maintain good appearance of your
appliance, you should clean it regularly.

-Wipe the digital panel and display panel
with a clean, soft cloth.

-Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead
of spraying directly on the surface of the
appliance. This helps ensure an even
distribution of moisture to the surface.

-Clean the doors, handles and cabinet
surfaces with a mild detergent and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
Caution!

-Don't use sharp objects as they are likely to
scratch the surface.

-Don't use Thinner, Car detergent, Clorox,
ethereal oil, abrasive cleansers or organic

For h y gien i c rea s o n s the appliance
(including exterior and interior accessories)
should be cleaned regularly at least every
two months.
Caution! The appliance must not be
connected to the mains during cleaning.
Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning
switch the appliance off and remove the plug
from the mains socket.
solvent such as Benzene for cleaning. They
may damage the surface of the appliance
and may cause fire.
Interior cleaning
You should clean the appliance interior
regularly. It will be easier to clean when food
stocks are low. Wipe the inside of the fridge
freezer with a weak solution of bicarbonate
of soda, and then rinse with warm water
using a wrung-out sponge or cloth. Wipe
completely dry before replacing the shelves
and baskets.
Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable
parts.
A layer of frost may occur on the freezer
compartment's interior walls if the freezer
door is opened frequently or kept open too

Defrosting in frozen-food storage
compartment

Take the ice tray and food in drawers out
or put them into the fresh food
compartment temporarily.

Set the knob of the temperature regulator
to position “0”(where the compressor will
stop working) and leave the door of the
refrigerator open until ice and frost
dissolve thoroughly and accumulation at
the bottom of the freezer chamber. Wipe
off the water with soft cloth.

In the case of speeding up the process of
defrosting, you may put a bowl of warm
water (about 50°C) into the freezer
chamber, and scrape away the ice and
frost with a defrosting spatula. After doing
so,be sure to set the knob of the
temperature regulator to the original
position.

It is not advisable to heat the freezer
chamber directly with hot water or hair
dryer while defrosting to avoid
deformation of the inner case.

It is also not advisable to scrape off ice
and frost or separate food from the
containers which have been congealed
together with the food with sharp tools or
wooden bars, so as not to damage the
inner casing or the surface of the
evaporator.

long. If the frost is too thick, choose a time
when the supply of food stocks are low and
proceed as follows:

1.Remove existing food and accessories
baskets, unplug the appliance from the
mains power and leave the doors open.
Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate
the thawing process.

2. When defrosting is completed, clean your
freezer as described above.
Caution! Don't use sharp objects to remove
frost from the freezer compartment. Only
after the interior is completely dry should the
appliance be switched back on and plugged
back into the mains socket.

Door seals cleaning

Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky
food and drinks can cause seals to stick to
the cabinet and tear when you open the
door. Wash seal with a mild detergent and
warm water. Rinse and dry it thoroughly after
cleaning.
Caution! Only after the door seals are
completely dry should the appliance be
powered on.

Defrosting in fresh food storage
compartment

It is automatically controlled by switching
the temperature regulator on or off so that
there is no need of operation of
defrosting. Water from defrosting will be
drained into an drip tray through a drain
pipe at the back of the fridge
automatically.

Defrosting in freezer chamber is operated
manually. Before defrosting, take the food
out.

Defrosting
Why defrosting

Water contained in food or getting into air
inside the fridge be opening doors may
form a frost layer inside. It will weaken the
refrigeration when the frost is thick. While
it is more than 10mm thick, you should
defrost.

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Warning! Switching off the appliance
before defrosting, turn the temperature
regulator to position “0”.

Important! The fridge should be
defrosted at least every one month.
During the using process, if the door was
opened frequently or using the appliance
in the extreme humidity, we advise the
user to defrost every two weeks.

Go out of use for a long time

Remove all refrigerated packages.
Switch off the appliance by turning the

temperature regulator to position “0”.
Remove the mains plug or switch off or
disconnect the electricity supply.
Clean thoroughly (see section: Cleaning

and Care)
Leave the door open to avoid the build up

of odors.
Note:If the appliance contains freezer

compartment

Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the appliance is not
functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for service, please
see below. You can carry out some easy checks according to this section before calling for
service.
Warning! Don't try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after you have
made the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician, authorized service engineer
or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Check whether the power cord is plugged into the power outlet
properly.
Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace if
necessary.
The ambient temperature is too low. Try setting the chamber
temperature to a colder level to solve this problem.

The interior may need to be cleaned
Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours.

Possible cause & Solution

Appliance is not working
correctly

Odours from the
compartments

The sounds below are quite normal:

Compressor running noises.

compartment or other compartments.

Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.
Popping noise during automatic defrosting.
Clicking noise before the compressor starts.

Noise from the
appliance

Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and may
need you to check and take action:
The cabinet is not level.
The back of appliance touches the wall.
Bottles or containers fallen or rolling.

The motor runs
continuously

It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it will
need to run more when in following circumstances:

Temperature setting is set colder than necessary
Large quantity of warm food has recently been stored within

the appliance.

The temperature outside the appliance is too high.
Doors are kept open too long or too often.
After your installing the appliance or it has been switched off

for a long time.

A layer of frost occurs in
the compartment

Ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient

ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To remove the

frost, please refer to cleaning and care chapter.

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A layer of frost occurs in
the compartment

Ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient
ventilation

Ensure that door is fully closed To remove the

frost

please refer to cleaning and care chapter

Temperature inside is
too warm

You may have left the doors open too long or too frequently

or

the doors are kept open by some obstacle

or the appliance is

located with insufficient clearance at the sides

back and top
Temperature inside is
too cold

Increase the temperature by following the Display controls”

chapter
Doors cant be closed
easily

Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back by

mm to allow the doors to self close or if something inside

is preventing the doors from closing

Water drips on the floor

The water pan

located at the rear bottom of the cabinet may

not be properly leveled

or the draining spout （ located

underneath the top of the compressor depot） may not be
properly positioned to direct water into this pan

or the water

spout is blocked

You may need to pull the refrigerator away

from the wall to check the pan and spout

The light is not working

The light may be damaged

Refer to replace lights

in operation chapter

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Disposal of the appliance

It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance as household waste

Packaging materials

Packaging materials with the recycle symbol are recyclable

Dispose of the packaging into

a suitable waste collection container to recycle it

Before disposal of the appliance

Pull out the mains plug from the mains socket

Cut off the power cord and discard with the mains plug

Warning

Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation Refrigerant and

gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition

Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damage prior to proper disposal

Correct Disposal of this product

This symbol on the product or in its packing indicates that this product may

not be treated as household waste

Instead it should be taken to the

appropriate waste collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic

equipment

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help

prevent potential

negative consequences for the environment and human

health

which could otherwise be caused by the inappropriate waste handling

of this product

For more detailed information about the recycling of this

product

please contact your local council your household waste disposal

service

or the shop where you purchased the product