SAMSUNG RB38M7998S4 User Manual [nl]

Refrigerator

User manual

RB38M*

SEUK, SEF, SEG, SEI	Free Standing Appliance

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Important safety symbols and precautions:					5		.
Severe warning signs for transportation and site					6		be
Critical installation warnings					7
Installation cautions					10
Critical usage warnings					11
Usage cautions					16
Cleaning cautions					18
Critical disposal warnings					19
Additional tips for proper usage					20
Saving Energy Tips					21
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as					22
Instructions about the WEEE					23
Installation					24
Refrigerator at a glance					24
Step-by-step installation					25
Operations					31
User interface					31
Samsung Connect					40
Recommendations for voice recognition					43
Samsung Family Hub					43
Storage information					45
Maintenance					47
Door reversal (applicable models only)					47
Handle and care					60
Cleaning					65
Replacement					65
Troubleshooting					66
General					66
Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator?					68
Samsung Connect					70
Samsung Family Hub					71
LCD					72

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• Before using your new Samsung Refrigerator, please read				vandenborre
this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to
operate the features and functions that your new appliance					.
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offers safely and efficiently.

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

• 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.

• Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.

It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your appliance.

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• Because these following operating instructions cover				.	vandenborre
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various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator
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may differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service center or find help and information online at www.samsung.com.

• In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used.

• Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer. The room must be 1 m³

in size for every 8 g of R-600a refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance.

•Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. When refrigerant leaks from the pipe, avoid any naked flames and move anything flammable away from the product and ventilate the room immediately.

- Failing to do so may result in fire or explosion.

•It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorised Service Person to service this appliance.

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

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Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This						be

manual uses the following safety symbols.

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury, property damage, and/or death.

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury and/or property damage.

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NOTE

Useful information that helps users understand or benefit from the refrigerator.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.

Please follow them carefully.

After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

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		• When transporting and installing the appliance, care should
		be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit
		are damaged.
	Safety	- Refrigerant leaking from the pipe work could ignite
		or cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any
	information	naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air
		the room in which the appliance is standing for several

minutes.

- This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R-600a), a natural gas with high environmental compatibility that is, however, also combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged.

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Critical installation warnings

WARNING

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• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp location or place where it may come in contact with water.

- Deteriorated insulation on electrical parts may cause an

	electric shock or fire.		Safety
	• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it
	to the heat from stoves, room heaters, or other appliances.		information
	• Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple
	power strip. The refrigerator should always be plugged
	into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
	rating that matches the voltage listed on the refrigerator’s
	rating plate.
	- This provides the best performance and also prevents
	overloading of house wiring circuits, which could cause
	a fire hazard from overheated wires.
	• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.
	- There is a risk of electric shock of fire.
	• Do not use a power cord that has cracks or abrasion
	damage along its length or at either end.
	• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy
	objects on it.
	• Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
	• Do not twist or tie the power cord.
	• Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a
	heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord
	between objects, or push the power cord into the space
	behind the appliance.
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• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or
damage the power cord.					be
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- This may result in an electric shock or fire.

• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire, and/ or electric shock.

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

• Do not install this appliance near a heater or inflammable material.

• Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.

-This may result in an electric shock or fire.

•This refrigerator must be properly located and installed in accordance with the instructions in this manual before you use it.

•Connect the power plug in the proper position with the cord hanging down.

-If you connect the power plug upside down, the wire can get cut off and cause a fire or electric shock.

•Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or damaged by the back of the refrigerator.

•Keep the packing materials out of reach of children.

-There is a risk of death from suffocation if a child puts the packing materials on his or her head.

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	• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is					be
	accessible after installation.
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	- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire
	due to electric leakage.
	• Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty
	location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water
	(rain drops).				Safety
	- Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an
	electric shock or fire.				information
	• If any dust or water is in the refrigerator, pull out power
	plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
	- Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
	• Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such
	as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes,
	chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
	- This may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with
	the product, or injury.
	• You need to remove all the protective plastic film before
	you initially plug the product in.
	• The refrigerator must be safely grounded.
	- Always make sure that you have grounded the
	refrigerator before attempting to investigate or repair
	any part of the appliance. Power leakages can cause
	severe electric shock.
	• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines, or other potential
	lightning attractors as an electrical ground.
	- You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power
	leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage
	from the refrigerator.
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• Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.

- This may result in an electric shock or fire.

• If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced immediately by the manufacturer or one of its service agents.

• The fuse on the refrigerator must be changed by a qualified technician or service company.

- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or personal injury.

Installation cautions

CAUTION

•Allow sufficient space around the refrigerator and install it on a flat surface.

-Keep the ventilation space in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstructions.

•Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours before loading foods after installation and turning on.

•We strongly recommend you have a qualified technician or service company install the refrigerator.

-Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, fire, explosion, problems with the product, or injury.

•Overload on any one door may fell the refrigerator, causing physical injury.

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Critical usage warnings

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• Do not insert the power plug into a wall socket with wet hands.

- This may result in an electric shock.

	• Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.		Safety
	- When you open or close the door, the articles may fall
	and cause personal injury and/or material damage.		information
	• Do not insert hands, feet or metal objects (such as
	chopsticks, etc.) into the bottom or the back of the
	refrigerator.
	- This may result in an electric shock or injury.
	- Any sharp edges may cause a personal injury.
	• Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or products
	stored in the freezer with wet hands.
	- This may cause frostbite.
	• Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator.
	- If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
	• Do not keep volatile or flammable objects or substances
	(benzene, thinner, propane gas, alcohol, ether, LP gas, and
	other such products) in the refrigerator.
	- This refrigerator is for storing food only.
	- This may result in fire or explosion.
	• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
	play with the appliance.
	- Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances
	between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be
	careful when you open the doors if children are in the
	area.
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serious injury may occur.
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• Do not let children go inside the refrigerator. They could become trapped.

• Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance.

- Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.

• Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials, or temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator.

- Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the refrigerator.

• Do not place or use electrical appliance inside the refrigerator/freezer, unless they are of a type recommended by the manufacturer.

•If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull out power plug immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.

•If any dust or water is in Refrigerator, pull out power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.

-Otherwise there is a risk of fire.

•Do not let children step on a drawer.

-The drawer may break and cause them to slip.

•Do not leave the doors of the refrigerator open while the refrigerator is unattended and do not let children enter inside the refrigerator.

•Do not allow babies or children go inside the drawer.

-It can cause death from suffocation by entrapment or personal injury.

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	cause personal injury or material damage.
	Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the
	surface of the appliance.
	- As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result
	in an electric shock, fire, or problems with the product.				Safety
	Do not use or place any substances sensitive to
	temperature such as flammable sprays, flammable objects,				information

dry ice, medicine, or chemicals near or inside of the refrigerator.

Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator. Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator for removing bad odours.

- This may result in an electric shock or fire.

Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. This may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury. Do not put a container filled with water on the appliance.

-If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock. Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Never stare directly at the UV LED lamp for long periods of time.

-This may result in eye strain due to the ultraviolet rays.

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• Do not put fridge shelf in upside down. Shelf stopper could
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- It may cause a personal injury because of glass shelf drop.

• Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when you open the doors if children are in the area.

• If a gas leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition, and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes.

- Do not touch the appliance or power cord. - Do not use a ventilating fan.

- A spark may result in explosion or fire.

• Use only the LED Lamps provided by the manufacturer or its service agents.

•Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not fall out.

•This product is intended only for the storage of food in a domestic environment.

•Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the refrigerator yourself.

-Unauthorized modifications can cause safety problems. To reverse an unauthorized modification, we will charge the full cost of parts and labor.

•Do not use any fuse (such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse.

•If your refrigerator needs to be repaired or reinstalled, contact your nearest service center.

-Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.

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If the refrigerator emits a burning smell or smoke, unplug
the refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric or fire hazards.
Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the					Safety
interior lamps of the refrigerator.
- Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.					information

If you experience difficulty changing a non-LED light, contact a Samsung service center.

If the product is equipped with LED lamps, do not disassemble the Lamp Covers and LED lamps yourself. - Contact a Samsung service center.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly.

Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.

- This may result in an electric shock or fire.

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Usage cautions

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• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed

		completely. Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in
		the freezer compartment. Do not put bottles or glass
Safety		containers in the freezer.
		- When the contents freeze, the glass may break and
information		cause personal injury.
		• To get the best performance from the product:
		- Do not place food too close to the vents at the rear of
		the refrigerator as this can obstruct free air circulation
		in the refrigerator compartment.
		- Wrap food up properly or place it in airtight containers
		before putting it into the refrigerator.
		- Do not place glass bottles or carbonated beverages
		into the freezer. They can freeze and break. Broken
		beverage containers can cause injury.
		- Please observe maximum storage times and expiration
		dates of frozen goods.
		• Do not place glass or bottles or carbonated beverages into
		the freezer.
		- The container may freeze and break, and this may
		result in injury.
		• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer
		compartment. Do not put bottles or glass containers in the
		freezer.
		- When the contents freeze, the glass may break and
		cause personal injury and property damage.
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	party on this finished appliance are not covered
	under Samsung warranty service, nor is Samsung
	responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party
	modifications.
	Do not block the air vents inside the refrigerator.				Safety
	- If the air vents are blocked, especially with a plastic
	bag, the refrigerator can be over cooled. If a cooling				information

period lasts too long, cause water leakage.

Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open.

- Otherwise, odor and mold may develop.

If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in.

When the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface.

-Broken glass may result in a personal injury and/or property damage.

Be careful that your fingers are not caught in.

If the refrigerator is flooded, make sure to contact your nearest service center.

- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

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Cleaning cautions

CAUTION

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• Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside the refrigerator.

- There is a risk of fire or electric shock.

Safety		• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the
		refrigerator.
information		• Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator to remove
		bad odors.
		- This may result in an electric shock or fire.
		• Do not spray cleaning products directly on the display.
		- Printed letters on the display may come off.
		• If any foreign substance such as water has entered the
		appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest
		service center.
		- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire.
		• Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any foreign matter or dust
		from the power plug blades. Do not use a wet or damp
		cloth when cleaning the plug.
		- Otherwise, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
		• Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto
		it.
		• Do not use benzene, thinner, or Clorox, Chloride for
		cleaning.
		- They may damage the surface of the appliance and may
		cause a fire.
		• Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the
		appliance from the wall socket.
		- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire.
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Critical disposal warnings

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• Please dispose of the packaging material from this product in an environmentally friendly manner.

• Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the

	refrigerator are damaged prior to disposal.		Safety
	• R-600a or R-134a is used as a refrigerant. Check the
	compressor label on the rear of the appliance or the rating		information
	label inside the fridge to see which refrigerant is used for
	your refrigerator. If this refrigerator contains flammable
	gas (Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local authority in
	regard to safe disposal of this product.
	• When disposing of this refrigerator, remove the door/
	door seals and door latch so that small children or
	animals cannot become trapped inside. Children should
	be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
	appliance. If trapped inside, a child may get hurt or
	suffocate to death.
	- If trapped inside, the child may become injury and
	suffocate to death.
	• Cyclopentane is used in the insulation. The gases in the
	insulation material require a special disposal procedure.
	Please contact your local authorities in regard to the
	environmentally safe disposal of this product.
	• Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of
	children, as packaging materials can be dangerous to
	children.
	- If a child places a bag over his or her head, the child
	could suffocate.
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	last.
	- Most power failures that are corrected in an hour or two
Safety	will not affect your refrigerator temperatures. However,
	you should minimize the number of door openings
	while the power is off.
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	• The refrigerator might not operate consistently (frozen

- Should the power failure last more than 24 hours, remove and discard all frozen food.

contents can thaw or temperatures can become too warm in the frozen food compartment) if sited for an extended period of time in a location where ambient air temperatures are constantly below the temperatures for which the appliance is designed.

• In case of particular foods, keeping it under refrigeration can have a bad effect on preservation due to its properties.

• Your appliance is frost free, which means there is no need to manually defrost your appliance. This will be carried out automatically.

• Temperature rise during defrosting complies with ISO requirements. If you want to prevent an undue rise in the temperature of frozen food while the appliance defrosts, wrap the frozen food in several layers of newspaper.

• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely.

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The two star section (sections) or compartment
(compartments) is (are) based on the instruction and/or the
condition as delivered.						Safety
• Install the appliance in a cool, dry room with adequate						information
Saving Energy Tips

ventilation. Ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight and never put it near a direct source of heat (a radiator, for example).

• Not to block any vents and grilles is recommended for energy efficiency.

• Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the appliance.

• Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw. You can then use the low temperatures of the frozen products to cool food in the refrigerator.

• Do not keep the door of the refrigerator open for too long when putting food in or taking food out. The shorter the time the door is open, the less frost build-up you’ll have in the freezer.

• It is recommended to install the refrigerator with clearance to the back and sides. This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower.

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position supplied by manufacturer.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as

•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 non-retail applications.

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		This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the
		product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable)
		should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their
		working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
		health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items						Safety
		from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the
		sustainable reuse of material resources.
		Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased						information

this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling.

Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and product specific regulatory obligations e.g. REACH visit: samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/samsungelectronics/ corporatecitizenship/data_corner.html

(For products sold in European countries only)

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	Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a proper installation of this refrigerator and to
	prevent accidents before using it.
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	• Use the refrigerator only for its intended purpose as described in this manual.				.
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• Any servicing must be performed by a qualified technician.

• Dispose of the product packaging material in compliance with the local regulations.

• To prevent electric shock, unplug the power cord before servicing or replacements.

Installation

Refrigerator at a glance

The actual image and provided component parts of the refrigerator may differ, depending on the model and the country.

		06	01 Shelves
			02 Wine rack *
	01		03 Fridge drawer
			04 Chef-pan *
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			05 Freezer drawer
			06 Display switch
			07 Camera
			08 Guard
	03	08	09 Freezer shelf
			10 Egg tray
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NOTE

•To quickly freeze large quantities of food, use the bottom drawer.

•For best energy efficiency, make sure all of shelves, drawers, and baskets are placed in their original position.

•To get more space, you can remove the top and middle drawers and locate the ‘Freezer Shelf’ on the bottom drawer in freezer, since it does not affect thermal and mechanical characteristics. A declared storage volume of frozen food storage compartment is calculated with these drawers removed.

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Step-by-step installation

STEP  1  Select a site

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Site requirements:

•Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation

•Away from direct sunlight

•Adequate room for opening and closing the door

•Away from a heat source

•Room for maintenance and servicing

•Temperature range: between 10 °C and 43 °C

Effective temperature range

The refrigerator is designed to operate normally in the temperature range specified by its class rating.

	Class	Symbol	Ambient Temperature range (°C)
			IEC 62552 (ISO 15502)	ISO 8561
	Extended Temperate	SN	+10 to +32	+10 to +32
	Temperate	N	+16 to +32	+16 to +32
	Subtropical	ST	+16 to +38	+18 to +38
	Tropical	T	+16 to +43	+18 to +43

NOTE

The cooling performance and power consumption of the refrigerator may be affected by the ambient temperature, the door-opening frequency, and the location of the refrigerator. We recommend adjusting the temperature settings as appropriate.

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A					Depth “A”		650
					Width “B”		595
					Overall Height “C”		1927
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NOTE

The measurements in the above table may differ, depending on the measuring method.

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STEP  2  Spacing (applicable models only)

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2. Unpack the spacer and attach it to the rear of the refrigerator as shown. This helps ventilate air to the rear wall and save power consumption.

NOTE

If you install the refrigerator in line with furniture, make sure to remove the spacer so that the door flushes the furniture.

STEP  3  Flooring

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•The surface to install the refrigerator must support a fully loaded refrigerator.

•To protect the floor, put a large piece of cardboard on each foot of the refrigerator.

•Once the refrigerator is in its final position, do not move it unless necessary to protect the floor. If you have to, use a thick paper or cloth such as old carpet along the movement path.

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•The refrigerator must be levelled on a flat, solid floor. Failing to do so can cause damage to the refrigerator or physical injury.

•Levelling must be performed with an empty refrigerator. Make sure no food items remain inside the refrigerator.

•For safety reasons, adjust the front side a little higher than the rear side.

The refrigerator can be levelled using the front legs that have a special screw (leveller) for levelling purposes. Use a flat-head screwdriver for levelling.

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STEP  5  Open the speaker cover

To install and use the refrigerator indoors, remove the speaker cover on the top of the refrigerator.

	1.	Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the
		screw on the speaker.
1	2.	Slide to open up the speaker cover.

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1.Remove the PE foam sheet on each shelf corner, which is attached to protect the refrigerator during transportation.

2.Plug the power cord into the wall socket to turn the refrigerator on .

3.Open the door, and check if the interior light lights up.

4.Set the temperature to the coldest, and wait for about an hour. Then, the freezer will be slightly chilled, and the motor will run smoothly.

5.Wait until the refrigerator reaches the set temperature. Now the refrigerator is ready for use.

NOTE

When the refrigerator powers on, the alarm will sound. To turn off the alarm, press Freezer or Fridge.

STEP  7  Final check

When installation is complete, confirm that:

•The refrigerator is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly.

•The refrigerator is installed on a flat, level surface with a reasonable clearance from the wall or the cabinet.

• The refrigerator is level and is sitting firmly on the floor.

•The door opens and closes freely, and the interior light turns on automatically when you open the door.

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