EQUATOR RF 142 S Refrigerator-Freezer Owner’s Manual

REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
Model – RF 142 S

OWNER’S MANUAL

RF 142 S Refrigerator-Freezer

Please read the instructions carefully and keep for future reference. Information may be updated from time to time so please refer to the manual online for the latest version of the manual.
Warranty
Equator Appliances undertakes to the consumer-owner to repair or, at our option, to replace any part of this product which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal personal, family or household use, in USA and Canada, for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. During this period, we will provide all labor and parts necessary to correct such defect, free of charge, if the appliance has been assembled and operated in accordance with the written instructions with the appliance.
Exclusions
In no event shall Equator Appliances be liable for incidental or consequential damages or for damages resulting from external causes such as abuse, misuse, incorrect voltage or acts of God. This warranty does not cover service calls which do not involve defective workmanship or materials covered by this warranty. Accordingly, diagnosis and repair costs for a service call which does not involve defective workmanship or materials will be the responsibility of the consumer-owner.
Specifically, the following work is not covered under warranty and does not constitute warranty work: Installation – e.g. installing as built-in Maintenance – e.g. cleaning appliance using solvents Mishandling – e.g. breakage of door, door handle or shelves Most work is covered. The defining factor is, has the machine malfunctioned (Equator Appliances is responsible) or has the
customer omitted or done something to cause the appliance to malfunction (customer is responsible). Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

WARRANTY SERVICE

This warranty is given by:
Equator Appliances
10222 Georgibelle Drive, Suite 200
Houston, Texas 77043-5249
For Customer Service:
Appliance Desk
Phone/Text: 1-800-776-3538
Email: service@ApplianceDesk.com
Web: www.ApplianceDesk.com
Business hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm weekdays
You can register your Warranty by either of the following methods:

https://appliancedesk.info/index.php?id=rf-142-s

1. Sean the QR Code
   1. Open Smart Phone
   2. Open Photo
   3. Scan QR Code
   4. Click the Link

2. Register online at ApplianceDesk.com/Warranty

GENERAL

Since it is a responsibility of the consumer-owner to establish the warranty period by verifying the original purchase date, Equator Appliances recommends that a receipt, delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record be kept for that purpose. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State. All rights reserved. Manual subject to change without notice.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Warnings
Read this user manual carefully.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket- outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
WARNING: In order to avoid any hazards resulting from the instability of the appliance, it must be fixed in accordance with the instructions.
**** If your appliance uses R600a as a refrigerant (this information will be provided on the label of the cooler) you should take care during transportation and installation to prevent the cooler elements from being damaged. R600a is an environmentally friendly and natural gas, but it is explosive. In the event of a leak due to damage of the cooler elements, move your fridge away from open flames or heat sources and ventilate the room where the appliance is located for a few minutes.

• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the cooler gas circuit.

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

• This appliance is intended to be used in households.

• If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• Aspecially grounded plug has been connected to the power cable of your refrigerator. This plug should be used with a specially grounded socket of 15 amperes. If there is no such socket in your house, please have one installed by an authorised electrician.
  Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not climb on or play with the appliance.
  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or similar qualified persons, in order to avoid a hazard.

• This appliance is not intended for use at very high altitudes.

Installation warnings
Before using your refrigerator freezer for the first time. please pay attention to the following points:

• The operating voltage for your refrigerator freezer is 110V at 60Hz.
• The plug must be accessible after installation.
• Your refrigerator freezer may have an odour when it is operated for the first time. This is normal and the odour will fade when your refrigerator freezer starts to cool.
• Before connecting your refrigerator freezer, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches that of the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
• Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no ground contact or the plug does not match, we recommend you consult a qualified electrician for assistance.
• The appliance must be connected with a properly installed fused socket. The power supply (AC) and voltage at the operating point must match with the details on the name plate of the appliance (the name plate is located on the inside left of the appliance).
• We do not accept responsibility for any damages that occur due to ungrounded usage.
• Place your refrigerator freezer where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Your refrigerator freezer must never be used outdoors or exposed to rain.
• Your appliance must be at least 19.6″ away from stoves, gas ovens and heater cores, and at least 2′ (50mm) away from electrical ovens.
• If your refrigerator freezer is placed next to deep freezer, there must be at least 0.8′ between them to prevent humidity 0.8″ forming on the outer surface.
• Do not cover the body or top of refrigerator freezer with lace. This will affect the performance of your refrigerator freezer Clearance of at least 6- (150mm) is required at the top of your appliance.
• Do not place anything on top of your appliance.
• Do not place heavy items on the appliance.
• Clean the appliance thoroughly before use (see Cleaning and Maintenance).
• Before using your refrigerator freezer, wipe all parts with a solution of warm water and a teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate. Then, rinse with clean water and dry. Return all parts to the refrigerator freezer after cleaning.
• Use the adjustable front legs to make sure your appliance is level and stable. You can adjust the legs by turning them in either direction. This must be done before placing food in the appliance.
• When the product is running, high temperature can be noticed on the side panels. This situation is normal. In order for the product to work efficiently. there must be some gap around it for air circulation. If you are going to place the product in a recessed area on the wall, make sure that the gap should be 4″ (100mm) between top surface and ceiling, T (50mm) between walls and side panels. The distance between the appliance and back wall must be a maximum of 3″ (75mm).

During Usage

• Do not connect your fridge freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.
• Do not use damaged, torn or old plugs.
• Do not pull, bend or damage the cord.
• Do not use plug adapter.
• This appliance is designed for use by adults. Do not allow children to play with the appliance or hang off the door.
• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands. This may cause a short circuit or electric shock.
• Do not place glass bottles or cans in the ice making compartment as they will burst when the contents freeze.
• Do not place explosive or flammable material in your fridge. Place drinks with high alcohol content vertically in the fridge compartment and make sure their tops are tightly dosed.
• When removing ice from the ice-making compartment, do not touch it. Ice may cause frost bums and/or cuts.
• Do not touch frozen goods with wet hands. Do not eat Ice-cream or ice cubes Immediately after they are removed from the ice-making compartment.
• Do not re-freeze thawed frozen food. This may cause health issues such as food poisoning. Old and Out-of-order Fridges
• If your old fridge or freezer has a lock, break or remove the lock before discarding it, because children may get trapped inside it and may cause an accident.
• Old fridges and freezers contain Isolation material and refrigerant with CFC. Therefore, take care not to harm environment when you are discarding your old fridges.

CE Declaration of conformity
We declare that our products meet the applicable European Directives, Decisions and Regulations and the requirements listed in the standards referenced.
Disposal of your old appliance
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable 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 for 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 city office, your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product. Packaging and the Environment Packaging materials protect your machine from damage that may occur during transportation. The packaging materials are environmentally friendly as they are recyclable. The use of recycled material reduces raw material consumption and therefore decreases waste production.
**Notes:**

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
• Follow all Instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.
• This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic environments and for the specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food.

USING THE APPLIANCE

Information about New Generation Cooling Technology Fridges with new- generation cooling technology have a different operating system to static fridges.
Other (static) fridges may experience a build up of ice in the freezer compartment due to door openings and humidity in the food. In such fridges, regular defrosting is required; the fridge must be switched off, the frozen food moved to a suitable container and the Ice which has formed in the freezer compartment removed. In fridges with new-generation cooling technology, a fan blows dry cold air evenly throughout the fridge and freezer compartments. The cold air cools your food evenly and uniformly, preventing humidity and ice build-up. In the refrigerator compartment, air blown by the fan, located at the top of the refrigerator compartment, is cooled while passing through the gap behind the air duct. At the same time, the air is blown out through the holes in the air duct, evenly spreading cool air throughout the refrigerator compartment. There is no air passage between the freezer and refrigerator compartments, therefore preventing the mixing of odours. As a result, your fridge, with new-generation cooling technology, provides you with ease of use as well as a huge volume and aesthetic appearance.
Display and Control Panel

Using the Control Panel

1. Freezer button to set temperature
2. Refrigerator button to set temperature
3. Freezer temperature display
4. Refrigerator temperature display
5. Economy mode symbol.
6. Super freeze symbol.
7. Alarm symbol.

Temperature Settings
The default temperature setting for the freezer is 0°F (-18°C). At this setting the appliance is automatically in Eco Mode (5). To decrease the temperature, press the left Freezer button (1). The temperature decreases in 2-degree increments.
The default temperature setting for the refrigerator Is 39°F (4°C). To change the temperature. press the right Refrigerator button (2). The temperature changes in 2-degree increments. Super Freeze can be used to freeze food quickly. To activate Super Freeze mode, press and hold the Freezer button (1) for 3 seconds. The Super Freeze symbol (6) will illuminate, and a beep will sound to confirm that the Super Freeze mode is on. To cancel Super Freeze mode, press and hold the Freezer button for 3 seconds, or it will automatically cancel after 24 hours.
Door Open Alarm
If the appliance door remains open for more than 2 minutes, an alarm will sound.

• When the appliance is first switched on, allow it to run for 24 hours in order to reach operating temperature. During this time, do not open the door and do not keep a large quantity of food inside.
• A5 minute delay function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your appliance when connecting or disconnecting to mains, or when an energy breakdown occurs. Your appliance will begin to operate normally after 5 minutes.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning.
Do not wash your appliance by pouring water on it.
Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps for cleaning the appliance. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When you have finished cleaning, reconnect the plug to the mains supply with dry hands.

• Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical components.
• The appliance should be cleaned regularly using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.
• Clean the accessories separately by hand with soap and water. Do not wash accessories in a dish washer.
• Clean the condenser with a brush at least twice a year. This will help you to save on energy costs and increase productivity.

The power supply must be disconnected during cleaning.

SHIPMENT AND REPOSITIONING

Transportation and Changing Positioning

• The original packaging and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optional). Fasten your appliance with thick packaging, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the packaging.
• Remove all movable parts or fix them into the appliance against shocks using bands when re-positioning or transporting.

** Always carry your appliance in the upright position.
Repositioning the Door**

• The doors of the refrigerator can be reversed according to preference. Please see Door Reversal Instructions manual.

Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing a problem with your appliance, please check the following before contacting the after-sales service.
Your appliance is not operating Check if:

• There is power
• The plug is correctly placed in the socket
• The plug fuse or the mains fuse has blown
• The socket is defective. To check this. plug another working appliance into the same socket.

The appliance performs poorly Check if:

• The appliance is overloaded
• The appliance door is closed properly
• There is any dust on the condenser
• There is enough space near the rear and side walls.

Your appliance is operating noisily Normal noises Cracking noise occurs:

• During automatic defrosting
• When the appliance is cooled or warmed (due to expansion of appliance material).

Short cracking noise occurs: When the thermostat switches the compressor on/off. Motor noise: Indicates the compressor is operating normally.
The compressor may cause more noise for a short time when it is first activated. Bubbling noise and splash occurs: Due to the flow of the refrigerant in the tubes of the system.
Water flowing noise occurs: Due to water flowing to the evaporation container.
This noise is normal during defrosting. Air blowing noise occurs: In some models during normal operation of the system due to the circulation of air.
The edges of the appliance in contact with the door joint are warm Especially during summer (warm seasons), the surfaces in contact with the door joint may become warmer during the operation of the compressor, this is normal.
There is a buildup of humidity inside the appliance
Check it:

• All food is packed property. Containers must be dry before being placed in the appliance.
• The appliance door is opened frequently. Humidity of the room enters the appliance when the doors are opened. Humidity increases faster when the doors are opened more frequently, especially if the humidity of the room is high.

The door does not open or close properly Check if:

• There is food or packaging preventing the door from closing
• The door joints are broken or torn
• Your appliance is on a level surface.
• The compressor can run loudly or the noise of the compressor/refrigerator may increase in some models during operating in some conditions such that the product Is plugged in for the first time. depending on change In the ambient temperature or change of usage. That is normal; when the refrigerator reaches the required temperature, the noise decreases automatically.

Recommendations

• If the appliance is switched off or unplugged, wait at least 5 minutes before plugging the appliance in or restarting it in order to prevent damage to the compressor.
• If you will not use your appliance for a long time (e.g. in summer holidays) unplug it. Clean your appliance according to chapter cleaning and leave the door open to prevent humidity and smell.
• If a problem persists after you have followed all the above instructions, please consult the nearest authorised service centre.
• The appliance you have purchased is designed for domestic use only. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. If the consumer uses the appliance in a way that does not comply with this, we emphasise that the manufacturer and the dealer will not be responsible for any repair and failure within the guarantee period.

Errors
Your fridge will warn you if the temperatures for the cooler and freezer are at improper levels or if a problem occurs with the appliance. Warning codes are displayed in the freezer and cooler indicators.

the compressor.
– The voltage needs to be increased back to required levels
If this warning continues an authorised technician needs to be contacted.
E09| Freezer compartment is not cold enough| Likely to occur after long term power failure.| 1. Set the freezer temperature to a colder value or set Super Freeze. This should remove the error code once the
required temperature has been reached. Keep doors closed
to improve time taken to reach the correct temperature.
2. Remove any products which have thawed/defrosted during this error. They can be used within a short period of time.

3. Do not add any fresh produce to the freezer compartment until the correct temperature has been reached and the error is no longer.
If this warning continues an authorised technician needs to be contacted.

E10| Fridge compartment is not cold enough| Likely to occur after:- Long term power failure. – Hot food has been left in the fridge.| 1. Set the fridge temperature to
a colder value or set Super Cool. This should remove the error code once the required temperature has been reached. Keep doors closed to improve time taken to reach the correct  temperature.
2. Please empty the location at the front area of air duct channel holes and avoid putting food close to the sensor.If this waming continues an authorised technician needs to be contacted.
E11| Fridge compartment is too cold| Various| 1.Check is Super Cool mode is activated
2.Reduce the fridge compartment temperature
3.Check to see if vents are clear and not clogged

If this waming continues an authorised technician needs to be contacted.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING:This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of Califomia to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

1. Install the appliance in a cool, well-ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight and not near a heat source (such as a radiator or oven) otherwise an insulating plate should be used.
2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool before placing them inside the appliance.
3. Place thawing food in the refrigerator compartment if available. The low temperature of the frozen food will help cool the refrigerator compartment while the food is thawing. This will save energy. Frozen food left to thaw outside of the appliance will result in a waste of energy.
4. Drinks or other liquids should be covered when inside the appliance. If left uncovered, the humidity inside the appliance will increase, therefore the appliance uses more energy. Keeping drinks and other liquids covered helps preserve their smell and taste.
5. Avoid keeping the doors open for long periods and opening the doors too frequently as warm air will enter the appliance and cause the compressor to switch on unnecessarily often.
6. Keep the covers of the different temperature compartments (such as the crisper and chiller if available) closed.
7. The door gasket must be clean and pliable. In case of wear, replace the gasket.

TECHNICAL DATA

The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label. The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database. Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance. It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate , the appliance. See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.

INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES

Appliance for any EcoDesign verification shall be compliant with EN 62552. Ventilation requirements, recess dimensions and minimum rear clearances shall be as stated in this Manual.

Technical Specifications

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