Sharp SJ-15T-H2 User Manual

MODEL

SJ-15T-H2

REFRIGERATOR - FREEZER

OPERATION MANUAL

CONTENTS

•WARNING...........................................2

• CAUTION............................................2

• INSTALLATION ..................................3

• DESCRIPTION ...................................4

• OPERATION .......................................5

•STORING FOOD ................................6

• CARE AND CLEANING .....................7

• WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU CALL

FOR SERVICE....................................8

Thank you very much for buying this SHARP
product. Before using your SHARP refrigerator,
please read this operation manual to ensure that
you gain the maximum benefit from it .

WARNING

CAUTION

1. This refrigerator is airtight. TO PREVENT

FATAL ACCIDENTS TO CHILDREN,
please completely remove the door prior
to discarding the refrigerator.

2. Highly volatile and inflammable materials
such as ether, petrol, propane gas, adhe­sive agents and pure alcohol etc. are li­able to explode. Do not store these mate­rials in the refrigerator.

3. To prevent damage to the outer cabinet,
avoid contact with lacquer, and paint, etc.

4. When cleaning your refrigerator, do not
splash water directly on the outer cabinet
or the interior. This may lead to rusting and
deterioration of the electrical insulation.

5. If any areas adjacent to electrical compo­nents have to be cleaned, unplug the re­frigerator first to prevent electric shock,
then wipe the area with a dry cloth.

6. Should electrical components be acciden­tally immersed in water, unplug the refrig­erator, dry the parts and contact your near­est service agent approved by SHARP.

1. Do not touch the compressor unit, as it

can become extremely hot during op­eration.

2. If the power supply is accidentally dis­connected, please wait for at least 5
minutes before re-connecting the
power, as back pressure in the com­pressor may trip the overload relay.

3. Avoid removing food from the freezer
with your bare hands. Directly touching
products stored at sub-zero tempera­tures can result in frostbite.

4. To prevent accidental power disconnec­tion, plug the refrigerator directly to the
source. Do not use a double adaptor
as loss of power could lead to the spoil­ing of the stored food.

5. Do not place bottles in the freezer as
they may crack when frozen.

6. Keep the door securely closed. If the
door is left ajar, the controlled inner tem­perature will rise, resulting in food spoil­age and increase in electricity costs.

7. This refrigerator is designed solely for the
purpose of storing foodstuff for domestic
use in accordance with the instructions
given in this manual. Using the refrigera­tor for other purposes might be harmful to
persons or property.

8. This refrigerator is not suitable for the stor­age of materials requiring precise tempera­tures. Deterioration of these materials will
be dangerous.

9. Dust deposited on the power plug may
cause fire. Wipe it off carefully.

10. When replacing the lamp bulb, unplug the
refrigerator first to prevent electric shock.

11. Do not attempt to change or modify this
refrigerator. This may result in fire, electric
shock or injury.

12. Information regarding disposal of the
appliance

Flammable insulation blowing gases
should be disposed appropriately . T ake the
cabinet and doors to a recycling plant for
flammable insulation blowing gases.

7. Do not install the refrigerator in a damp
or wet location as this may cause dam­age to the insulation and a leak. Con­densation may also build on the outer
cabinet and cause rust.

8. When installing or moving the refrigera­tor, make sure that you do not nip or
kink the power cord. Damage of the
power cord may cause electric shock
or fire.

9. Do not use this refrigerator when the
power cord or plug is damaged, or the
outlet attachment is loose, as they may
cause electric shock or fire.

10. Disconnect from the mains electricity
supply by removing the mains plug from
the electricity supply socket. Do not re­move by pulling the mains lead. This
may cause electric shock or fire.

11. Make sure that you leave adequate ven­tilation space around the refrigerator to
prevent the compressor from overheat­ing and stopping. Please follow the in­structions given for installation.

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INSTALLATION

12. The refrigeration system behind and in-

side the refrigerator contains refrigerant.
If this system is punctured it could re­sult in serious damage to your refrig­erator, therefore do not allow any sharp
objects to come into contact with the re­frigeration system.

13. Should the flexible supply cord be dam­aged, it must be replaced by service
agent approved by SHARP as a spe­cial cord is required.

14. In case of gas leak, ventilate the area
by opening a window, etc. Do not touch
the refrigerator or the power outlet.

15. Do not place heavy or easily broken ob­jects on top of the refrigerator. Objects
may fall when opening or closing the re­frigerator, causing injury.

16. Do not place objects containing liquid
on top of the refrigerator. Spillage may
cause electric shock or fire.

17. Do not drop objects inside the refrigera­tor or strike the inner wall. This may
cause the inner surface to crack.

1.To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrig­erator, it is recommended to provide space of
6cm on both sides and at the back, and space
of 30cm above the refrigerator. Insufficient
spacing will decrease the cooling efficiency,
resulting in unnecessary consumption of elec­tricity.

30cm

6cm 6cm

6cm

110 cm

18. This refrigerator is not intended for use
by young children or infirm persons with­out supervision. Young children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the refrigerator.

96 cm

2.Using the front Adjustable foot, ensure that the
refrigerator is positioned firmly and level on the
floor.

Adjustable foot

NOTE

• Keep your refrigerator out of direct sunlight.

• Do not place next to heat generating appliance.

• Do not place directly on the ground. Provide
suitable stand.

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DESCRIPTION

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1. Top table

Do not place hot objects on Top table. The table may melt and deform.
The table can resist temperature up to 100˚C.

2. Temperature control knob

3. Freezer compartment (Ice making compartment)

4. Ice cube tray

5. Meat tray

6. Light

7. Sliding shelf

8. Shelf S

9. Vegetable crisper

10. Egg tray

11. Egg pocket

12. Capsule box

13. Free pocket

14. Small pocket

15. Bottle pocket

16. Magnetic door seal

17. Adjustable foot

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OPERATION

CONTROLLING TEMPE­RATURES

The inside temperature of the refrigera­tor is controlled by the temperature cotrol
knob.
Once the knob is adjusted, it automati­cally keeps the inside of the refrigerator
at the desired temperature.

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W

MIN MAX

OFF

KNOB
SETTING

OFF

Stop the operation of the
compressor.

MIN

When storing a small quantity
of food and the door is not
opened frequently.

For use in cold season when

WARM

NORMAL

the out door temperature is
comparatively low.

For normal operation.

When storing a large quantity
of food and the door is opened
frequently.
Use in hot seasons.

COLD

When cooling the food quickly
or making ice quickly.

MAX

When not required, be sure to
return the knob to the original
position, otherwise all food
may be frozen.

NOTE

• The knob cannot be turned beyond-MAX
position and should not be forced be­yond this mark.

• When the knob is set at the WARM dew
drops may be formed.

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PURPOSE

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DEFROSTING

The freezer compartment is re­quired defrosting operation.
When frost formed with the thick­ness of 5mm (as thick as the
defrost indicator), the freezer
compartment is required defrost­ing operation.
And water is discharged in the
evaporating pan provided above
the compressor, and evaporated
by the compressor heat.

PROCEDURE

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Remove the ice cube tray and food from the
freezer compartment.

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Push the defrosting button.
It is recommended to push the defrosting but-

ton before going to bed in order to complete
the defrosting overnight. When 5mm-thick frost
builds on the evaporator, defrosting would be
complete in about 3-4 hours (during summer).
After completion of defrosting, cooling opera­tion starts automatically.

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W

MIN MAX

WHEN STOPPING DEFROSTING

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OFF

OPERATION

Turn the control knob to OFF position, and set
the control knob to original position (example: Nor­mal) to start cooling operation.

NOTE

• Be sure to refrain from taking off the frost stick­ing to the evaporator by using a gimlet or a knife.

• If the thickness overs the
defrost indicator, de­frosted water may over­flow the evaporating
pan. Pay due attention
to this regard.

• Be careful not to defrost when frozen food is
stored in the freezer compartment, otherwise it
will thaw. Therefore, it is recommended to per­form defrosting when no frozen food is stored.

5mm

Defrost indicator

Defrosting button

Push

5mm

Defrost indicator

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STORING FOOD

Refrigeration reduces the rate of food spoilage. To maximize the shelf life of perishable food prod­ucts, ensure that the food is of the freshest possible quality . The following is a general guide to help
promote longer food storage.

Fruit / Vegetables

To minimize moisture loss, fruit and vegetables should be loosely en­closed in a plastic material e.g. wrap, bags ( do not seal ) and place in
Vegetable crisper. Those fruits and vegetables with thick skins e.g.
oranges do not require wrapping.

Dairy Products & Eggs

• Most dairy products have a use by date on the outer packaging
which informs the recommended temperature and shelf life of the

MILK

MILK

product.

• Eggs should be stored in the Egg tray.

Meats / Fish / Poultry

• Place on a plate or dish and cover with paper or plastic wrap.

• For larger cuts of meat, fish, or poultry, place to the rear of the
shelves.

• Ensure all cooked food is wrapped securely or placed in an airtight
container.

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NOTE

• Evenly place the food on the shelves to allow the cooling air to circulate efficiently.

• Hot foods should be cooled before storing. Storing hot foods increases the temperature in the unit
and increases the risk of food spoilage.

FOR BEST STORING FROZEN FOODS

• Quality of foods should be fresh.

• Food should be properly stored or covered and the air should be removed to seal tightly.

• Evenly place the food in the freezer.

• Label bags or containers to keep an inventory of freezing food.

CARE AND CLEANING

Some household cleaning chemicals may affect the inside sur­faces and plastic shelves resulting in splitting or cracks occur­ring.

When cleaning all plastic parts inside this refrigerator, only use
diluted dishwashing liquid(soapy water). Make sure that all plas­tic parts are thoroughly rinsed with water after cleaning.

1.Remove the shelves and pockets from the cabinet and door. W ash them in warm soapy dishwashing

water; rinse in clean water and dry.

2.Clean the inside with a cloth soaked in warm soapy dishwashing water. Then, use cold water to

wipe off soapy water.

3.Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth each time it is soiled.

4.Clean the Magnetic door seal with a toothbrush and warm soapy dishwashing water.

5.Whenever the refrigerator is moved to clean or repositioned, the Evaporating pan should be

removed and cleaned.

NOTE

• Do not use polishing powder, benzine, hot water etc.

• If undiluted detergent is used or soapy water is not wiped off thoroughly, cracking of plastic parts
can result.

• Wipe any food oils adhered to plastic components as they can cause cracking of the plastic sur­face.

Evaporating pan

How to remove

Pull the Evaporating pan toward
yourself.

How to set

Set the Evaporating pan so
that the two protrusions
come through its corre­sponding holes.

Evaporating pan

Replacing the lamp bulb

Replace lamp bulb with same type.
base E12, MAX 10W,T-20
Make sure that the rated voltage and wattage of the lamp bulb are correct when replacing. (Check
the label near the bulbs).

When replacing the lamp bulb, unplug the refrigerator first to plevent electric shock.

Switching off your refrigerator

If you switch your refrigerator off when you are going away for an extended period, remove all food,
clean the interior thoroughly. Remove the power cord plug from the power socket and leave all
doors open.

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WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

Before you call for service, check the following
point.

IT IS NORMAL for the refrigerator to produce
the following sounds.

• Loud noise produced by the compressor
when operation starts --- Sound becomes
quieter after a while.

• Sound of flowing fluid (gurgling sound, fizz­ing sound) --- Sound of refrigerant flowing in
pipes (sound may become louder from time
to time).

• Cracking or crunching sound --- Sound pro­duced by expansion and contraction of inner
walls and internal parts during cooling.

• Squeaking sound --- Sound produced by ex­pansion and contraction of internal parts.

IT IS NORMAL that the outside of a cabinet
may be hot when touched. The hot pipe is in
the cabinet in order to prevent dew genera­tion.

IF YOU STILL REQUIRE SERVICE

Refer to your nearest service agent approved
by SHARP.

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SHARP CORPORATION

OSAKA, JAPAN

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