Tesla Larder RS0900H, Larder RS1300H User Manual

LARDER

RS0900H
RS1300H

User Manual

Product images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product.

SAFETY INFORMATION

ENG

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before
installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual
carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary
mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using
the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety
features. Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with
the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through
its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.
For the safety of life and property keep to the precautions of these
user instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages
caused by omission.

Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged of 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have supervision or
have been given instructions concerning the use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.

• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children
unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.

• Keep all packaging well away from children. There is risk of
suffocation.

• If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket,
cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can)
and remove the door to prevent playing children from suffering
electric shock or closing themselves in.

• If this appliance features a magnetic door seal to replace an older
appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure
to make that spring lack unusable before you discard the old
appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a
child.

General safety

WARNING!

• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the
built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate
the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the
manufacturer.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers)
inside of refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved for
this purpose by the manufacture.

• Do not touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long period of
time because it could be very hot.

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

• The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within the
refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level
of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.

• During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain
that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become
damaged.

- avoid open flames and sources of ignition

- thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated

• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product
in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire
and/or electric shock.

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If there is a light in the compartment.

2

If there is a freezer compartment.

3

If there is a fresh-food storage compartment.

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• This appliance is intended to be used in a 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.

WARNING!

• Any electrical components (plug, power cord, compressor and
etc.) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified
service personnel.

• The light bulb supplied with this appliance is a “special use light
bulb” usable only with the appliance supplied. This “special use
lamp” is not usable for domestic lighting.

• Power cord must not be lengthened.

• Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by
the back of the appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug
may overheat and cause a fire.

• Make sure that you can come to the main plug of the appliance.

• Do not pull the main cable.

• If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.
There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

• You must not operate the appliance without the lamp.

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if
your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or
frost/freezer burns.

• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.

Daily use

• Do not put hot things on the plastic parts in the appliance.

• Do not place food products directly against the rear wall.

• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.

• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food
manufacture, s instructions.

• Appliance, s manufactures storage recommendations should be
strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.

• Do not place carbonated of fizzy drinks in the freezer
compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may
cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.

• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the
appliance.

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Care and cleaning

• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the
main plug from the power socket.

• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.

• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use
a plastic scraper.

• Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water.
If necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will
collect at the bottom of the appliance.

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Installation

IMPORTANT! For electrical connection carefully follow the
instructions given in specific paragraphs.

• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it.
Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible
damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case
retain packing.

• It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the
appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.

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2

ENG

• Adequate air circulation should be provided around the
appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient
ventilation, follow the instructions relevant to installation.

• Wherever possible the spacers of the product should be against
a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, con­denser) to prevent possible burn.

• The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.

• Make sure that the main plug is accessible after the installation of
the appliance.

Service

• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent
person.

• This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Center,
and only genuine spare parts must be used.

Energy saving

• Do not put hot food in the appliance;

• Do not pack food close together as this prevents air circulating;

• Make sure food does not touch the back of the compartment(s);

• If electricity goes off, do not open the door(s);

• Do not open the door(s) frequently;

• Do not keep the door(s) open for a long time;

• Do not set the thermostat on exceeding cold temperatures;

• Some accessories, such as drawers, can be removed to get larger
storage volume and lower energy consumption.

OVERVIEW

Environment Protection

This appliance does not contain gasses which could damage
the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials.
The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse
and rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the
appliance shall be disposed according to the appliance regulations
which can be obtained from your local authorities. Avoid damaging
the cooling unit, especially the heat exchanger. The materials used
on this appliance marked by the

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates
that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection

point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment
and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please contact your local
council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.

Packaging materials

The materials with the symbol are recyclable. Dispose the packaging
in a suitable collection container to recycle it.

Disposal of the appliance

1. Disconnect the power plug from the power socket.

2. Cut off the power cable and discard it.

symbol are recyclable.

Thermostat and Light

Glass Shelves

Crisper Cover

Crisper

Note: Picture is for
reference only. Real
appliance probably is
different.

Baclonies

Leveling Feet

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REVERSE DOOR

Tools required: Philips screwdriver, Flat bladed screwdriver, Hexagonal spanner.

• Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty.

• To take the door off, it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit on something solid so that it will not slip during the
door reversing process.

• All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.

• Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system.

• It’s better that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.

ENG

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2

unscrew

3

Remove the top right
hinge cover.

Undo the screws. Then
remove the hinge
bracket.

Remove the top left
screw cover.

5

Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge pin, turn the bracket over
and replace it.

6

Refit the bracket fitting
the bottom hinge pin.
Replace both adjustable
feet.

7 8 9

7. Place the door back on.
Ensure the door is aligned
horizontally and vertically
so that the seals are closed
on all sides before finally
tightening the top hinge.

8. Insert the hinge bracket
and screw it to the top of
the unit.

9. Use a spanner to tighten it
if necessary.

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10

Move the core cover from
left side to right side. And
then lift the upper
door and place it on a
padded surface to prevent
it from scratching.

5

Put the hinge cover and
the screw cover back.