Husky Glass Door Drinks Cooler, Retro Refrigerator, Solid Door Refrigerator Instruction Manual And Users Manual

To ensure safe operation, please read this instruction manual thoroughly before use.

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Instruction manual

• Glass Door Drinks Cooler – Countertop and Undercounter

• Solid Door Refrigerator – Countertop and Undercounter

• Retro Refrigerator – Countertop and Undercounter

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CONTENTS

Safety Instructions & Warnings ...............................................................................................................................................3

Disposal of old appliances and packaging ........................................................................................................................4

Electrical safety .................................................................................................................................................................................4

Minimising energy consumption of your appliance ....................................................................................................4

Handling your appliance .............................................................................................................................................................5

Positioning your appliance .........................................................................................................................................................5

Product overview ...........................................................................................................................................................................6

Glass Door Drinks Coolers Counter top and Undercounter ........................................................................6

Solid Door Refrigerators Counter top and Undercounter ..............................................................................7

Retro Refrigerators Counter top and Undercounter ..........................................................................................8

To operate ..........................................................................................................................................................................................9

Temperature selection .................................................................................................................................................................9

Setting the thermostat – Countertop models ..................................................................................................... 10

Setting the thermostat – Undercounter models ................................................................................................ 10

Changing the LED lightbulb ...................................................................................................................................................10

Door Reversal ............................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Countertop and Undercounter Glass Door and Solid Door Models ................................................... 11

Countertop and Undercounter Retro Refriger ation Models .....................................................................12

Maintenance and cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................13

When your appliance is not in use ...................................................................................................................................13

Defrosting ........................................................................................................................................................................................13

Power Cuts .....................................................................................................................................................................................13

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Warranty ..........................................................................................................................................................................................15

Product registration................................................................................................................................................ Back cover

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS

IMPORTANT: Please read this manual before installing and switching on this
Husky appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect
installation and usage of this appliance. Please keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.

• Do not use damaged appliances. If you are in any doubt, contact the manufacturer

• When positioning the appliance ensure that the power cable is not trapped or
damaged, and that the appliance is not rested on the power cord

• Do not use adaptors/extension sockets when connecting the appliance to the
electrical power supply

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance, or to sit on it or hang onto the door

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabil ities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant
or other explosive or flammable material in this appliance

• For safety, always clean up any spillages inside or outside of the appliance

• WARNING! Do not immerse the electrical par ts of this appliance in water or other
liquids. Never hold the appliance under running water

• WARNING! Do not obstruct or cover the ventilation openings

• WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process

• WARNING! Do not use electr ical appliances inside the storage compartments of the
appliance

• Do not plug in damaged plugs

• Do not pull, twist or damage the power cable

• Do not plug in or unplug the appliance with wet hands to prevent electrical shock

• Bottles containing alcohol must be sealed in air tight bottles or containers to avoid
spillages or fermentation

• Do not cover the body or top of the appliance.

WARNING: THE METAL RAILS ON
THE EXTERNAL UNDERNEATH OF
THIS APPLIANCE MAY HAVE SHARP
EDGES, SO ALWAYS UNPACK AND
HANDLE WITH CARE.

DO NOT DRAG THE APPLIANCE: PLACE
CAREFULLY IN POSITION TO AVOID
THE SCRATCHING OF SURFACES.

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DISPOSAL OF OLD APPLIANCES

BE SURE TO M AKE ANY LOCKS UNU SABLE . IF POSS IBLE, REMOVE TH E
DOOR (S) AND DISC ARD SEPAR ATELY.
WARNING – C HEMI CAL HA ZARD : DO NOT ALLOW CHILDR EN TO PLAY
WITH THE OL D APPLIANCE. CONTACT YOUR LOC AL AUTHORITY FOR
PROPER DISPOSAL PROCE DURES.

Before d isposing of a n old applia nce, plea se make sur e it is swi tched of f and safe. U nplug the
applian ce and brea k any lock s in order to avoid childr en becomi ng trap ped.
Please no te: th e cooling sy stem cont ains ga ses and ref riger ants wh ich requ ire specia list
wast e disposal .
Contact your loc al was te disposa l depot for pr oper disp osal of an old a ppliance a nd contac t
your loca l author ity if yo u have any ques tions .
Please e nsure th e pipewor k of your appli ance is not da maged pr ior to dispos al.

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING

All the packaging materials with your Husky appliance may be disposed of without danger to
the environment.
The cardboard carton and polythene wrapper s are recyclable – check with your local authority
for the best recycling options. The expanded polystyrene materials included in the packaging can
be placed in general waste.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

THIS APPL IANCE M UST BE PLUGGED INTO AN E ARTHED SOCKET.

• Before switching on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same
as that on the rating plate. This appliance is designed to operate on 220~240V AC;
50Hz. Connection to any other power source may damage the appliance

• This appliance may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change
the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or
damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is found

• If the plug has to be changed, because it not suitable for your socket or becomes
damaged in any way, it should be replaced by a qualified electrician. The plug removed
must be disposed of safely as insertion into a 13 Amp socket could cause an electrical
hazard

• Always remember to unplug your appliance before cleaning.

HOW TO MINIMISE THE ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF YOUR
HUSKY APPLIANCE

• Energy consumption will be lower if the appliance stands in a well ventilated space and
in particular if the vent at the back of the appliance is clear of obstruction

• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or near a heat source such as ovens,
radiators, heaters, etc as this will increase energy consumption

• Keep the door closed as much as possible

• Setting the thermostat cooler (towards the highest number on the dial) means higher
energy consumption, so set only as cool as you really require

• Do not overfill the appliance - overfilling means the cool air cannot circulate freely inside
the cabinet which may slow the process of cooling and make the cabinet less efficient

• Defrost the appliance if frost can be seen building up inside - frost will increase energy
consumption and make the cooling process slower (see section ‘Defrosting’)

• Turn the appliance off completely if it is not required for a period of days or longer to
avoid wasting energy (see also section ‘When not in use’).

HANDLING YOUR APPLIANCE

This appliance uses R600a (Isobutane) natural refrigerant gas as par t of its cooling system.
R600a is environmentally friendly but can be combustible. Care should therefore be taken
when handling or transporting the product to ensure that none of the refr igeration circuit
components are damaged.
To lift the appliance safely, tilt it backwards by no more than 45 degrees, hold the base and rear
corners of the appliance carefully. Never use the door handles for lifting.
To move the appliance on a flat level surface, please note the warning on page 3 to avoid
damaging your surface.
This appliance is heavy and could cause injury. Ensure there are adequate people present to
move the appliance.

POSITIONING YOUR APPLIANCE

• Ensure that the appliance is situated:

• Away from direct sunlight and in a dry and well-ventilated space

• Away from stoves, ovens, radiator s and any other heating appliances

• With a recommendation of at least 15cm clear ance around the appliance

• Do not position the appliance in conser vatories or outbuildings with extreme high or
low ambient temperatures

• Do not use outdoors or leave in rain

• Do not place anything on your appliance

• The appliance must be used in the vertical position and stand on an even, flat surface
for quieter operation

• If your appliance is to be to be placed on carpet, support it with a wooden board
underneath. Be aware that placing the appliance on carpet may mean that heat from
the compressor may cause the carpet to fade

• Ensure that the plug is easily accessible.

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Glass Door Drinks Coolers: Countertop and Undercounter

SPECIFICATIONS

• Househol d refrig erati on applian ce categor y: C ategor y 2 (Cella r)

• This app liance is a cell ar compar tment for the st orage of no n-per ishable b everag es. It
is not suit able for t he stor age of fres h food or per ishable d rink s

• I t is intend ed str ictly for d omest ic indoor us e.

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Plea se note onl y on cer tain mod els.

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Plea se note onl y on cer tain mod els.

Solid Door Fridges: Countertop and Undercounter

SPECIFICATIONS

• Househol d refrig erati on applian ce categor y: C ategor y 1 (Refr igera tor)

• T his applia nce is inten ded str ictly f or domes tic indoo r use.

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Retro Refrigerators: Countertop and Undercounter

SPECIFICATIONS

• Househol d refrig erati on applian ce categor y: C ategor y 1 (Refr igera tor)

• T his applia nce is inten ded str ictly f or domes tic indoo r use.

TO O PER ATE

• When the appliance has been positioned, adjust the feet to ensure the unit is stable.
This is essential to ensure quiet running and proper door opening/closing

• Ensure that the appliance is not connected to the power and clean the interior
compartment following the instructions on page 13

• Remove all transportation tapes

• CONNECT TO THE ELECTRICAL SOCKET BUT DO NOT SWITCH
ON THE POWER FOR AT LEAST 4 HOURS. The coolant within the product
needs time to settle after it has been transported and put in to position. Failure to do
this will affect the cooling performance of your appliance

• Follow the instructions below to adjust the thermostat to the required temperature.
Leaving the thermostat at 0 will mean that the appliance will not start operating

• There may be an odour when you first switch on the appliance, it will disappear as it
starts to cool

• The following sounds are perfectly normal:

• Faint gurgling or bubbling sounds as the refrigerant is pumped to the cooling

system

• A slight whir ring or pulsating noise as the compressor is working

• A slight click as the ther mostat cycles in and out and controls the compressor

• After the appliance has been unplugged, leave for three minutes before plugging it in
again.

TEMPERATURE SELECTION

The thermostat situated on the back (inside for undercounter models) of your appliance
controls the temperature within the appliance. This can be rotated left or right to regulate the
temperature.
On the thermostat, 1 is the warmest setting and 5 on countertop or 7 on undercounter models
is the coldest.
The thermostat should be adjusted according to the amount of product in the appliance and
the ambient temperature. The guide for setting the thermostat is as follows:
Winter — Setting 1-2
Spring and Autumn — Setting 2-4
Summer — Setting 4-5 (Countertop); 6-7 (Undercounter)
Once the temperature control has been set, close the door. Do not open the door again for
a minimum of 4 hours to allow the appliance to reach the required temperature.

WARNING: If the thermostat is set to too cold a setting, beverages may become frozen. In
extreme circumstances, glass bottles may even break. Always exercise caution when setting the
temperature.

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SETTING THE THERMOSTAT – COUNTERTOP MODELS

The controller is positioned on the external back wall of the appliance. The
settings 1 (MIN) – 5 (MAX) regulate the interior temperature.
Setting 1 (or MIN) = lowest setting (warmest internal temperature)
Setting 5 (or MAX) = highest setting (coldest internal temperature).

SETTING THE THERMOSTAT – UNDERCOUNTER MODELS

The controller is positioned on the interior
side wall of the appliance. Thermostat “0”
position indicates the appliance is turned off
although power is still connected. By turning
the thermostat dial clockwise, the appliance
will turn on automa ti cally. The settings 1
(MIN) – 7 (MAX) regulate the interior
temperature of the appliance.
Setting 0 = Off (not operating)
Setting 1 (or MIN) = lowest setting (warmest internal temperature)
Setting 7 (or MAX) = highest setting (coldest internal temperature).

CHANGING THE LED LIGHT BULB (where applicable)

Before removing the light bulb, you must unplug the appliance. Failure to do so
may result in electrical shock or personal injury.

• Remove the light bulb cover (1) by gently removing the screw (3)

• Unscrew the bulb (2) Fit a 1w E14 LED bulb that is the same shape and size

• IMPORTANT: replace the light cover to its original position.

DOOR REVERSAL

The door can be opened from left to right and vice versa. Should you wish to change the
opening direction, please follow these instructions.
Note: all parts removed should be kept safely. you will require these for the reinstallation of
the door.

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Never tilt the fridge more than
45° during this process and do not lay the fridge on its side.

COUNTERTOP AND UNDERCOUNTER GLASS DOOR AND
SOLID DOOR APPLIANCES

• Remove the t wo screws (1) tha t hold the up per hinge (5 )(righ t side) to th e frame

• L ift the d oor off an d place on a padd ed sur face to prev ent scra tching

• Remove the bla nking pl ug (8) fr om the hole i n the upper l eft cor ner of the do or and
trans fer it to th e uncovere d hole on the u pper rig ht corne r. Press fir mly to se cure it

• Re move the t wo screws ( 6) that hol d the lower hin ge (2)

• Re move the adj usta ble front l eft foot a nd trans fer it to th e other sid e

• Remo ve the bolt p in(7 ) from th e lower hinge ( 2) and reve rse the d irect ion of the
lower hinge . Secur e the lower hi nge (2) to the l eft side of t he lower fr ame wit h the

Fig. 1 Position of components prior
to reversal of the door hinge.

Fig. 2 Position of components
after reversal of the door hinge.

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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

Disconnect the appliance from the power before cleaning. Always reconnect the
plug with dry hands. Never pour water over the appliance.

Interior Cleaning

• Wash the interior with warm water and neutral detergent such as bicarbonate of soda
(5ml to 0.5 litres of water)

• Do not use abrasive products, deter gents or soaps

• Dry all surfaces thoroughly.

Exterior Cleaning

• Wash the outer cabinet including the back and bottom of the appliance with warm
soapy water

• Do NOT use abrasive products as this can damage the finish

• There are shar p edges on the underside of the product as always take care when
handling the appliance

• Once or twice a year dust the compressor at the back of the appliance with a br ush
or vacuum cleaner to maintain efficient performance

• Dry all surfaces thoroughly.

WHEN YOUR APPLIANCE IS NOT IN USE

If the appliance is not being used for long periods:

• Unplug your appliance

• Clean and dr y the inside of the appliance. Leave the door slightly open to allow it to
dry completely

• An appliance which is unused without being cleaned may star t to smell musty or
develop mildew.

DEFROSTING

• The surface of the evaporator ices up when the appliance is working normally. It can
also occur when the door has been left open or the thermostat has been set too high.
If the frost layer is more than 3mm/

1

⁄8" thick, the appliance must be defrosted and

cleaned to avoid unnecessary energy consumption and inefficient operation.

1. Remove all items inside and unplug the appliance.

2. After defrosting, clean the appliance (see instructions above) and allow it to dry.

POWE R FAILURE

• If a power cut occurs, do not open the door more often than necessary in order to
conserve cold air.

two screws (6) Re- inser t the bol t pin (7 ). Set t he door into p osition , making s ure it
is seated co mfort ably on to the lower hi nge (2)

• Holding t he door close d, secur e the uppe r hinge (5) in to the top fr ame wit h the two
screws (1). C heck the do or is level an d tighten t he screws f irm ly.

Check that the door opens and shuts correctly after you have completed the
door reversal process. The appliance must now be upright for a minimum of 3
hours before switching on again.

COUNTERTOP & UNDERCOUNTER RETRO REFRIGER ATORS

• Suppor t the doo r from the b ottom

• Re move the si x screws th at aff ix the hing es and two s pacers to t he cabin et fram e

• Pl ace the door f lat on a pa dded sur face to pr event scr atching

• Remove the si x hinge scr ews that af fix t he hinges to t he Retro d oor

• Remove t he blank ing plugs fr om the opp osite side a nd use to plug t he holes ex posed
by the rem oval of the hi nge

• Screw the h inges onto t he opposi te side of the d oor

• Pick the doo r up and car efully ali gn with t he cabine t holes

• Scr ew the rem aining six s crews int o both hinge s and the t wo spacer s into the ca binet
to secur e the door.

Check that the door opens and shuts correctly after you have completed the
door reversal process. The appliance must now be upright for a minimum of 3
hours before switching on again.

Fig. 1 Position of components prior

to reversal of the door hinge.

Fig. 2 Position of components
after reversal of the door hinge.

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The appliance does
not work

Unusual noises or
noisy operation

Internal temperature
too high or low

The temperature is
not cold enough

Outer surfaces are wet

Inner surfaces are wet

Standing water inside
or on the floor/worktop

Smell/odour

The doors do not close
properly

Problem Solution

• Check that the appliance is turned on and ther mostat is not set at 0

• Check power cable is plugged in and that the fuse has not blown

• Check that the voltage is correct for the appliance

• Try a different socket which is known to work.

• Water source or leak too near the appliance – dry surfaces thoroughly
and move the appliance

• Inner surfaces are wet

• Caused by condensation – dr y the inside of the appliance

• Door opened too often or kept open too often.

• Caused by condensation – dry the inside of the appliance

• Door is opened too often or kept open too long.

• Check if the evaporation tray is full and empty it if required.

• Check the fridge contents

• Check for spillages inside the appliance. Remove shelves and drawers to
check prior spills have been cleaned up.

• Ensure there are no obstructions preventing door closure

• Check that the door compartments and shelves are cor rectly in place

• Check that the door seal is not warped or damaged

• Check that the appliance is level.

• Check that the appliance is on a flat, level surface and is stable

• Check the clearance around the appliance and that it is not touching any
other items

• Bubbling and gurgling sound: This noise is NORMAL and is emitted
as the coolant fluid flows through the pipes within the system

• Water flowing sound: This is the NORMAL sound of water flowing
into the drain trough during the defrosting process

• Noisy operation: Compressor noise is NORMAL when the
compressor is being energised.

• Check thermostat – is it set too high or low?

• The correct clear ances are at the sides/back

• The door is not being opened too often

• The door is not closing completely.

• Check power cable is connected and that the fuse has not blown

• The wrong temperature selected. Adjust setting on the thermostat
(see page 10)

• The appliance is overfilled

• Appliance exposed to direct sunlight or heat source

• The door is being opened too often or the door gasket is damaged

• Check that the ambient temperature is within the operational limits of
the appliance.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before returning your appliance to where you purchased it from, check the following points as
you may be able to solve any problem yourself.

WARRANT Y

This Husky appliance is guaranteed to be free from defects in parts and manufacture for 12
months from date of purchase, provided that the appliance is used under the normal
operating conditions shown within the manual. Your attention is dr awn to the following:

• Husky Retail Ltd. will not accept any liability for damage or injury caused by
improper use

• Husky Retail Ltd. will not be liable for any damage caused by moving the appliance;
improper power supply; defective wiring or fuses; accident, alteration, abuse or
misuse of the appliance; abnormal operating conditions; commercial or industrial
use; fire; water damage; or customer misuse

• This warranty is void if ser vice on the appliance is performed by any person other
than an approved technician, or if the appliance is used for commercial purposes.

This warranty is available only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. Your normal
consumer rights are not affected.

If service is required, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE
YOURSELF. Please return the appliance to where you purchased it from. Proof of
purchase will be required for any warranty claims. You must retain your original receipt. If
service under warr anty is required, you will be required to produce this. Please also retain
the original packaging should the appliance need to be returned.

Please note: As par t of our policy of continuous product improve ment, Husky Retail Ltd.
reserves the right to amend specifications without notice.

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NOTES NOTES

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It should only be discarded in separate collection schemes, which cater
for the recovery and recycling of materials contained within. Your
co-operation is vital to make sure of the success of these schemes and
for the protection of the environment.

For your nearest disposal facility or for more details, visit https://www.
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