Russell Hobbs RH115 Instruction Manual

UNDER COUNTER FREEZER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model n um ber: RH115

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INDEX

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.....................................................................2

Safety Instructions.............................................................................................................2

Before Switching On..........................................................................................................2

Recommendations............................................................................................................3

Installation and Switching On The Appliance.................................................................4

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE.....................................................................5

TEMPERATURE.................................................................................................6

Thermostat Setting............................................................................................................6

ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE........................................................7

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE.......................................................................8

Defrosting Freezer compartment....................................................................................9

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION..............10

Changing door position..................................................................................................11

BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE.........................................13

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

Safety Instructions

• The model, which contains R600a-see name plate under refrigerant (the coolant
isobutane), naturals gas that, is very environmentally friendly but also combustible.
When transporting and installing the unit care must be taken to ensure that none of
the refrigeration circuit components become damaged. In the event of damage avoid
naked flames or ignition sources and ventilate the room in which the unit is placed
for a few minutes.

• Warning: Keep ventilation openings in appliance enclosure or in structure for building
in, clear of obstruction.

• Do not use mechanical devices or other artificial means to accelerate the defrosting
process.

• Do not use electrical appliances in the freezer compartment of the appliance.

• If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock; break or remove the lock
as a safety measure before storing it, to protect children while playing might lock
themselves inside.

• Old refrigerators and freezers contain insulation gases and refrigerant, which must
be disposed of properly. Entrust the disposal of a scrap unit categorically to
competence of your local waste disposal service and contact your local authority or
your dealer if you have any questions. Please ensure that the pipe of work of your
refrigerating unit does not get damaged prior to being picked-up by the relevant waste
disposal service.

Important note:

Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance. The
manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage as described
in this booklet.

Before Switching On

• Wait 3 hours before plugging the appliance in to the main power
to ensure proper performance.

• There can be an odour when you first switch on the appliance,
it will disappear after the appliance starts to cool.

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Recommendations

Warning: Do not use mechanical devices or other artificial means to accelerate the

defrosting process. Do not use electrical appliances in the food storage of the appliance.
Keep the appliance ventilation openings free. Do not damage the refrigerator’s refrigerant
circuit.

• Do not use adapters or shunts which could cause overheating
or burning.

• Do not plug old, warped power supply cables.

• Do not twist and bend the cables.

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance. Children must
NEVER sit on drawers/shelves or hang from the door.

• Do not use sharp metal objects for removing ice on the freezer
compartment; they could puncture the refrigerator circuit and
cause unrepairable damage to the unit. Use the plastic scraper
provided.

• Do not plug the power supply with wet hands.

• Do not place containers (glass bottles or tin containers) of liquids
into the freezer especially gassy liquids as they could cause
the container to burst during freezing.

• Bottles that contain a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed
well and placed vertically in the freezer.

• Do not touch the cooling surfaces, especially with wet hands as
you could be burnt or hurt.

• Do not eat ice, which have just been removed from the freezer.

• The appliance is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, 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. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they don’t play with the appliance.

• If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or service
agent or appointed person.

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Installation and Switching On The Appliance

• This appliance is connecting to 220-240V and 50 Hz.

• If you need help or are unsure how to install the unit pleace the service agent or
appointel person.

• Before making the connection to the power supply,ensure that the voltage on the
name plate corresponds to the voltage of electrical system in your home.

• Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no
ground contact or the plug does not match, we suggest you to call an authorised
electrician for assistance.

• The plug should be accessible after the appliance is positioned.

• Manufacturer is not responsible for failure to complete the
ground connection as described in this booklet.

• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.

• Do not use in open air and shall not be exposed to rain.

• Place the appliance far from heat sources and in a well-ventilated
position. The freezer should be at least 50 cm from radiators,
gas or coal stoves and 5 cm far from electrical stoves.

• Keep the top free for at least 15 cm.

• Do not place heavy and lots of things on the appliance.

• If the appliance is installed next to another freezer, observe a
minimum distance of 2 cm to prevent condensation.

• Fit the plastic wall spacers to the condenser at the back of the
refrigerator in order to prevent leaning to the wall for good
performance.

• The appliance must be stand firmly and level on the floor Use
the two front levelling-feet to compensate for an even floor.

• The outside of the appliance and the accessories inside should
be cleaned with a solution of water and liquid soap; the inside
of the appliance with sodium bicarbonate dissolved in lukewarm
water. After drying replace all the accessories.

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THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE

This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance.

Parts may vary according to the appliance model.

1) THERMOSTAT DIAL

2) FREEZER COMPARTMENT COVER

3) FAST FREEZER COMPARTMENT DRAWER

4) FREEZER COMPARTMENT DRAWER

5) LEVELLING FOOT

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TEMPERATURE

Thermostat Setting

The freezer thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the
compartments. By rotating the knob from position 1 to 3, colder temperatures can be
obtained. “0” position shows thermostat is closed and no cooling will be available.

Freezer Thermostat Setting;

0 : The appliance is closed
1 : For short-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob

between minimum and medium position.

2 : For long-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set knob to

medium position.

3 : For freezing the fresh food. The appliance will work longer. So after you get the

cold condition you must position to previous position.

Note that; the ambient temperature, the temperature of the freshly stored food and how
often the door is opened, affects the temperature in the freezer compartment. If required,
change the temperature setting.

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ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE

• The use of freezer is for storing of deep-frozen or frozen food for long periods of time
and making ice cubes.

• Do not put fresh and warm food with frozen food side by side as it can thaw the frozen
food. Put fresh food you wish to freeze in a seperate compartment that has no frozen
food already in there.

• While freezing fresh food (i.e. meat, fish and mincemeat) divide them in to partions
you will use in one time.

• For storing the frozen food; the instructions shown on frozen food packages should
always be followed carefully and if no information is provided food should not be
stored for more than 3 months from the date of purchased.

• When buying frozen food ensure that these have been frozen at suitable temperatures
and that the packaging is intact.

• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers to maintain the quality
of the food and should be returned to a freezer in the shortest possible time.

• If a package of frozen food shows the sign of humidity and abnormal swelling it is
probable that it has been previously stored at an unsuitable temperature and that
the contents have deteriorated.

• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, thermostat setting,
how often the door is opened, the type of food and the length of time required to
transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions
printed on the packaging is and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.

• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and the food which is wanted to
freeze) more quickly because of the freezing room’s greater freezing power. Fast
freezing shelves are the middle drawers of the freezer compartment (see in page 5).

• While freezing food ; Maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24
hours is indicated on the appliance label.

• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity , turn the
thermostat knob to position max 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer.

• After placing fresh food in the freezer ,24 hours on max position is generally sufficient,
after 24 hours, do not set the thermostat knob to max position.

Attention; In order to save energy, When freezing small amounts of food, do not set the
thermostat knob to max position.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Disconnect unit from the power supply before cleaning.

• Do not clean the appliance by pouring water.

• The freezer compartment should be cleaned periodically
using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm
water

• Clean the accessories separately with soap and water.
Do not clean them in the washing machine.

• Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After
washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When
the cleaning operations have been completed reconnect
the plug of the unit with dry hands.

• You should clean the condenser (back of the appliance)
with broom once a year in order to provide energy saving
and increase the productivity.

THE POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCONNECTED.

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Defrosting Freezer compartment

• The frost, which covers the shelves of the freezer compartment, should be removed
periodically.

• Do not use sharp metal objects for this operation. They could puncture the refrigerator
circuit and cause irreparable damage to the unit. Use the plastic scraper provided.

• When there is more than 5 mm of frost on the shelves, defrosting must be done.

• Before defrosting operation, place the frozen food in a cool place after wrapping
them in sheets of newspaper in order to obtain its temperature steady for long time.

• To accelerate the defrosting process place one or more basins of warm water in the
freezer compartment.

• Dry the inside of the compartment with a sponge or a clean cloth.

• Once the unit has been defrosted, place the food into freezer and remember to
consume them in a short period of time.

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TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION

POSITION

Transportation and Changing of Installation Position

• The original packages and foamed polystyrene (PS) can be concealed if required.

• In transportation the appliance should be tied with a wide stripe or a strong rope.
The rules written on the corrugated box must be applied while transporting.

• Before transporting or changing old installation position, all the moving objects
(ie,shelves,crisper…) should be taken out or fixed with bands in order to prevent the
shake.

Before Switching On

• Wait 3 hours before plugging the appliance in to the main power to ensure proper
performance.

• There can be an odour when you first switch on the appliance, it will disappear after
the appliance starts to cool.

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Changing door position

Step-1: Lie down the appliance on it’s left

side put a piece of protective
material under neath the
appliance, i.e. card, towel, etc.

Step-3: Unscrew the two screws which are

fixing the bottom hinge.

Step-1: Dismantle both levelling feet.

Step-4: Dismantle the bottom hinge.

Step-5: After removing the door from the

cabined and unscrew the pin of
the right top hinge.

Step-6: Screw the pin on the left top hinge.

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Step-7: Replace the bushing and bushing

caps on the door as shown.

Step-8: Unscrew the pin of the bottom

hinge and screw it on the other
hole.

Step-9: Assemble the door and the bottom

hinge with two screw on the left
side.

Step-10: Assemble both levelling feet to

their places.

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BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE

If your appliance is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore check the
following, before calling an electrician to save time and money.

What to do if your appliance does not operate;
Check that;

1 There is no power
2 The general switch in your home is disconnected
3 The thermostat setting is on« 0 »position
4 The socket is not sufficient. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know

which is working into the same socket.

What to do if your appliance performs poorly;
Check that;

1 You have not overloaded the appliance
2 The freezer thermostat settings is in the “1” position(if so set the thermostat dial

suitable value)

3 The doors are closed perfectly
4 There is no dust on the condenser
5 There is enough place at the rear and side walls.

If there is noise;

1 The cooling gas which circulates in the cooling circuit may make a slight noise

(bubbling sound) even when the compressor is not running. Do not worry this is
quite normal. If these sounds are different check that;

2 The appliance is well levelled
3 Nothing is touching the rear
4 Anything that is on the front, sides or top of the unit are not vibrating.

Recommendations

• If the appliance is not used for long time (for example during the summer holidays)
unplug and clean the appliance and leave the door open to prevent the formation of
mildew and oudor.

• To stop the appliance completely, unplug from main socket (for cleaning and when
the doors are left open)

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For Customer Services &

Warranty Information please call

0845 683 8717

Opening times:

Monday - Friday

8am until 8pm

Saturday & Sunday 10am until 4pm

Customer Service Department

Picktree Court

Picktree Lane

Chester-le-Street

Co Durham

DH3 3SY

Revision 1

This symbol is known as the 'Crossed-out wheelie bin Symbol'. When this

symbol is marked on a product/batteries, it means that the product/batteries

should not be disposed of with your general household waste. Only discard

electrical/electronic/battery items in separate collection schemes, which cater

for the recovery and recycling of materials contained within. Your co-operation

is vital to make sure the success of these schemes and for the protection of the

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or ask in store for details.

We reserve the right due to possible changes to design to alter the instruction

manual without prior notice.

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