Russell Hobbs RHUCLF1 Instruction Manual

55CM Wide Freestanding Under

Counter Larder Fridge

Instruction Manual

Please read these instructions carefully and keep

them for future reference

Model Number: RHUCLF1

For Customer Services, Spare Parts & Manufacturer’s

Guarantee Information, please call 01204 664 084

Opening times: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm

Saturday: 9am – 12pm

Contents

Before using the appliance ......................................................................................... 3

Safety Instructions .................................................................................................. 3

Conformity Information ........................................................................................... 3

Before Switching On................................................................................................... 3

Unit Parts ................................................................................................................... 4

Transportation and Handing ................................................................................... 5

Where to put your refrigerator ................................................................................. 5

Door Reversal ............................................................................................................ 6

Appliance Safety ........................................................................................................ 7

Electrical Safety ...................................................................................................... 7

Installation ................................ ................................ ................................ .................. 8

How to use your refrigerator ....................................................................................... 8

Selecting refrigerator temperature .......................................................................... 9

Using your refrigerator safely ................................................................................... 10

Power failure ......................................................................................................... 10

Cleaning and Maintenance ....................................................................................... 10

Light replacement ................................................................................................. 10

To defrost the refrigerator ..................................................................................... 10

Internal Cleaning................................................................................................... 11

External Cleaning ................................................................................................. 11

When the Appliance is Not in Use ........................................................................ 11

Trouble Shooting ...................................................................................................... 12

The refrigerator is not operating ........................................................................... 12

A gurgling or trickling noise can be heard ............................................................. 12

The compressor is noisy when operating ............................................................. 12

The refrigerator is not cold enough ....................................................................... 12

The refrigerator is too cold .................................................................................... 12

IMPORTANT NOTES ............................................................................................... 13

Manufacturer Guarantee .......................................................................................... 13

Before using the appliance

Safety Instructions

• This model contains R600a 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 the ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure, clear of
obstruction.

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

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

• If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock; break or remove the

lockas 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.

Caution: Risk of fire – do not store flammable liquid or other flammable material in
this refrigerator.

Conformity Information

• Tropical Class is defined for the environment temperatures between 16°C and

43°C in accordance with the TS EN ISO 15502 Standards.

• The appliance is designed in compliance with the EN15502, IEC60335-1 /
IEC60335-2-24, 2004/108/EC standards.

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Before Switching On

• Wait 3 hours before plugging in the appliance to ensure optimum performance to
allow refrigerant (pentane) to settle.

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

Unit Parts

Before installation, check that all parts listed below are present. If any parts are
missing, please contact 01204 664 084.

Item

Quantity

Vegetable Crisper

1

Shelf

2

Instruction Booklet

1

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Transportation and Handing

For safe lifting, tilt the appliance backwards by no more than 45 degrees, hold the base and
rear corners of cabinet. Lift the refrigerator carefully. Never use the door handles for lifting.
To move the refrigerator on a flat level surface, tilt it slightly backwards onto the two rear
rollers and push backwards.

This unit is heavy and could cause injury – ensure there is sufficient person power to

move the appliance.

Where to put your refrigerator

1. This appliance should only be placed on a flat, firm surface.

2. Choose a dry and well-ventilated space. No less than 5cm must be left around the

sides to allow efficient cooling.

3. Choose a location away from a heat source, e.g. direct sunlight, a radiator or oven.

4. The appliance should be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible.

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