Russell Hobbs RHUCFF48W User manual

48cm Under Counter

Fridge Freezer

USER’S GUIDE

Model number:

RHUCFF48W

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IMPORTANT: RETAIN FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE

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BEFORE

USING THE APPLIANCE

afety Instructions

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fore Switching On

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stalling and Switching on the Appliance

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The

Appliance and the Compartments

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age Information

ermostat Setting

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eaning and Maintenance

Replacing

the Lamp

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mportant Notes

Product

Specification

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onnection to the Mains Supply

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Transportation

and Handling

Where

to put your Appliance

Installation

Rever

sing the Door

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roubleshooting

Guarantee

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

Safety Instructions

•The model contains R600a (the coolant, Isobutene), a natural refrigerant gas that is

environmentally friendly but also combustible. When transporting and installing

the unit, care must be taken to ensure that none of the refrigeration circuit

components are 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. Contact

a local service engineer.

Warning: Keep ventilation openings, in appliance enclosure or structure for building in,

clear of obstruction.

•The appliance must not be placed or rested on the power cord.

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

process.

•Do not use electrical appliances in the refrigerator 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 they play locking

themselves inside.

•Old refrigerators and freezers contain insulation gases and refrigerant, they must be

disposed of properly. Entrust the disposal of the scrap unit categorically to the

competence of your local waste disposal service. Contact your local authority or

your dealer if you have any questions. Please ensure that you do not damaged the

scrap unit prior to being picked-up by the relevant waste disposal service.

Important Note: Please readthis boo klet before installing and switc hin g o n this

applian ce. Th e manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and

usage as described in this booklet.

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Safety Instructions

Warning:

•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.

•Do not use adaptors , multiple receptacles or extension leads.

•Do not plug in damaged plugs.

•Do not pull, twist or damage the power cable.

•Do not put the appliance or any other objects on the power cord.

•This appliance is designed for the use by adults, do not allow children to play with the

appliance or let them hang over the door.

•Do not plug-in or un-plug the appliance with wet hands to prevent electrical shock.

•Do not place explosive or flammable material in your fridge for your own safety.

•Bottles containing a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed well and placed vertically

in the refrigerator.

•Do not cover the body or the top of the appliance with lace. This affects the

performance of your fridge.

•Fix down the accessories in the fridge during transportation to prevent damage to

them.

Before Switching On:

•Let the appliance rest for 3 hours before plugging into the main power to ensure

proper performance.

•There can be an odour when you first switch on the appliance, this is normal and will

disappear when the appliance starts to cool.

•Before using your appliance, add a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to warm water

and with a damp clothe wipe down all parts of the new appliance, then repeat the

process with a clean damp clothe and dry. (ENSURE THEAPPLIANCE IS NOT

CONNECTED TO THE POWER WHEN PERFORMING THIS TASK)

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Installing and Switching on the Appliance

•Operating voltage for your fridge is 220-240V at 50Hz.

•If you need help or are unsure how to install the unit, please contact Customer

Services on 0845 208 8750 or visit www.productcareuk.com.

•Before plugging in the power supply, ensure that the voltage on the nameplate

corresponds to the working voltage of your electrical system in your home.

•Insert the plug into an efficient Ground (Earth) connection. If the socket has no

Ground (Earth) contact or the plug does not match, we suggest you call an authorised

electrician for assistance.

•We do not take responsibility of the damages that occur due to Ungrounded (Un-

earthed) usage.

•Place your appliance in a place that is not exposed to direct sunlight.

•Your appliance should be placed at least 500 mm away from stoves, ovens and

other heating cores.

•It should never be used outdoors or left in the rain.

•When your appliance is placed next to a chest freezer or freezer, there should be at

least 50 mm between them to prevent humidity on the outer surface.

•Do not place anything on your appliance and install the unit in a suitable place so that

there is at least 300 mm clear above the appliance.

•If placing your appliance next to kitchen cabinets, leave 50 mm between them.

•The rear of the appliance should be at least 60 mm away from the back wall.

•The appliance must be used in the vertical position and on a flat surface. To level the

appliance use the adjustable feet on the front of the appliance.

•Do not place your appliance on a carpeted surface as this will prevent adequate

ventilation.

•Do not place hot food or containers in the fridge as this can damage your appliance.

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THEAPPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS

Parts may vary according to the appliance model.

1. Freezer Compartment

2. Freezer Door Rack

3. Thermostat Control and light Unit

4. Can Holder Rack

5. Bottle Rack

6. Crisper

7. Crisper Cover

8. Glass Shelf

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Item Quantity

Vegetable crisper 1

Glass shelf 1

Glass cover (Crisper) 1

Instruction Booklet 1

USAGE INFORMATION

Thermostat Setting

•The thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the refrigerator

compartment. By rotating the knob from position « 1 » to « 7 », colder

temperatures can be obtained. (1 being HIGH and 7 being LOW)

•« 0FF » position shows thermostat is closed and no cooling is available.

•For short-term storage of food in the refrigerator compartment, you can set the

knob between minimum and medium position.(1-4)

•For long-term storage of food in the refrigerator compartment, you can set the

control knob from medium to high position.(4-7)

•Note that: The temperature of the freshly stored food and how often the door is

opened affects the temperature in the refrigerator compartment. If required,

change the temperature setting.

•When you first switch on the appliance, for starting suitable cooling, the appliance

should work 24 hours continuously until it cools down to sufficient temperature.

•During this time do not open the door frequently or place a lot of food inside

the appliance.

•If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5 minutes before

restarting or re-plugged the unit in order not to damage the compressor.

Your appliance is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated

in the associated standards, according to the climate class stated on the

information label. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of stated

temperatures, value limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

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Temperature selection

The temperature of the refrigerator is controlled

manually by the knob. However the number shown on the

knob does not directly represent the temperature. The

larger the number, the lower the interior temperature will

be.‘4’ represents normal use. ‘1’ is the warmest setting

and 7 is the coolest.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

•Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.

•Do not pour water directly over or on the appliance.

•The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned periodically using a solution of

bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.

•Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After cleaning wipe down with a

damp clean clothe.

•Note: Reconnect to the power after you have dried your hands.

To Defrost the Freezer

•Try to use as much as possible of the food in the freezer, before defrosting. However,

any food that is left, wrap in newspaper and place aside until ready to place back after

cleaning.

•Switch the appliance off at the wall socket and remove the plug.

•Open the freezer door.

•Place a suitable container to collect the water created from the defrosted ice.

•After defrosting, clean and dry the interior.

•Switch the appliance on and replace any frozen food.

Defrosting can be accelerated by putting bowls of hot (not boiling) water in the freezer and

loosening the frost with a suitable plastic scraper.

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Never use sharp metal tools as it may damage the appliance.

Never use an electrical heater, this may cause an electric shock.

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Replacing the lamp

•Unplug the appliance from the mains.

•Locate the lamp cover which is on the rear of the temperature

control panel in the top right hand side of the refrigeration compartment.

•Replace the bulb with a new one, rated at no more than 10W.

•Put the lamp cover back on.

•Check the temperature control knob has not been accidentally altered.

•After 5 minutes, plug the appliance in to the mains.

1 2

IMPORTANT NOTES:

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

noise (bubbling sound) even when the compressor is not running. This is quite

normal. If these sounds are different check that ;

•The appliance is level.

•Nothing is touching the rear of the appliance.

If the problem persists after you have followed all the instructions above, please

consult Product Care on 0845 208 8750.

•Compressor protection function will be activated after sudden power breakdowns

or after unplugging the appliance, because the gas in the cooling system will

not have stabilized sufficiently. Your fridge will start after a short period of time, this

is quite normal.

•If you do not use your appliance for a long period of time (e.g. in summer holidays)

unplug it. Clean and leave the door open to prevent humidity and bad odours.

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6pm & Saturday 9am – 1pm or visit us at

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Product Specification

•Energy efficiency performance rating: A+

•4 Star rating

•Energy consumption: 172kwh/year

•Net Fridge capacity: 60 Litre / 2.12 cubic feet

•Net Freezer capacity: 26 Litre / 0.92 cubic feet

•Compartments, racks & shelving:

•2 Fixed bottle racks

•1 Fixed door rack

•1 Adjustable glass shelf

•1 Storage compartment

•1 Freezer compartment

•Adjustable thermostat

•Adjustable feet

•Reversible doors

•Dimensions (CMs): (H)83.9 x (W)48.6 x (D)53.6

Climate Class Ambient Temperature (°C)

ST Between 16 and 38 (°C)

N Between 16 and 32 (°C)

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