Ravanson LKK-250RB Retro Fridge Freezer User Manual
- October 30, 2023
- Ravanson
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Ravanson LKK-250RB Retro Fridge Freezer
Product Information
Model: LKK-250RB; LKK-250RC
Manufacturer: Ravanson Ltd Sp. z o.o.
Address: ul. Mazowiecka 6, 09-100 Plosk, Polska
Contact Number: 0048 23 662 68 01
Fax Number: 0048 23 662 68 02
Website: www.ravanson.pl
The refrigerator contains a highly flammable, environmentally friendly natural
gas called isobutane (R600a).
PARAMETERS
- Rated Voltage: 220-240 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
- Rated Power: 1 W
- Rated Current: 1.0 A
- Protective Class: I
- Climatic Class: N, ST
- Coolant/Mass: R600a/64 g C5H10
- Energy Efficiency Class: E
Product Usage Instructions
- Avoid storing the refrigerator in places with high humidity.
- After positioning the refrigerator in the appropriate place, wait at least 2 hours before connecting it to the power supply.
- The thermostat controls the operation of the refrigerator. In position 0, the refrigerator stops working. In positions 1 to 5 – the lower the thermostat setting position, the higher the cooling temperature. The refrigerator should be set to a higher level that corresponds to the user. Level 5 is suitable for quick freezing. After quick freezing, it is recommended to set the thermostat to the normal operating position.
- If the layer of ice inside the freezer compartment reaches a thickness of about 3-5 mm, the device needs to be defrosted manually. To defrost, remove water from the freezer with a soft cloth and clean the device inside and outside with a soft, damp cloth with a neutral cleaning agent. Dry the compartments.
- If the device will not be used for an extended period, remove the food, clean the refrigerator and freezer compartments, and keep the doors open.
- Before reporting to the service center, check the following (problem/suggested solution):
- Is the thermostat knob set to position 0?
- Is the plug correctly connected to the socket?
- Is there power or has the fuse burned out?
- Does the refrigerator start working 5 minutes after the last power off?
- If the food in the refrigerator compartment is too cold, it may be due to a high thermostat setting or placing food containing a lot of water directly under the cold air outlets. This does not indicate improper operation of the device.
- If the refrigerator is making too much noise, it may not be level or may be touching a wall.
Before first use, always read the safety instructions and warnings included in this guide. Failure to observe the mentioned safety warnings and safety guidelines may cause electric shock, fire, and/or serious injuries. Keep safety instructions and warnings at hand for future reference.
Before first use, always read the safety instructions and warnings included in
this guide.
Failure to observe the below mentioned safety warnings and safety guidelines
for may cause to electric shock, fire and/or serious injuries.
Keep safety instructions and warnings at hand for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
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This device may be used by children above the age of 8 and by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capacity or persons inexperienced or unacquainted with the device under supervision only or in a safe way as per the manual and provided they understand the hazards related to the device.
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Children must not play with the device.
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Cleaning and maintenance must not be performed by unsupervised children.
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Children are not aware of dangers that may arise during the use of electric devices. Never use a damaged machine. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord.
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Damaged power cord must be replaced by manufacturer, authorized service centre or other qualified persons in order to avoid risk. Do not allow the power cord to touch sharp edges or hot surfaces.
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The plug must fit the socket.
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The plug must not be modified in any way.
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The device is designed for indoor use only. It cannot be used or stored in places exposed to weather factors. Avoid rain or moisture when using the appliance.
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To clean use soft damp (not wet) cloth with mild detergent.
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Do not use solvents, petrol or other and other measures that would damage the device.
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Transport and store the device in the vertical position, in the original packaging, protecting against mechanical damage, moisture and dirt.
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The appliance must be repaired by a qualified person using only original spare parts.
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The vent openings in the housing or in the compartments surrounding thereof must be completely unobstructed and free of any obstacles.
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Make sure there is at least 10 cm of free space on the sides of the device and 10 cm at the back when positioning it. This will provide adequate ventilation.
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Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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Take care not to damage the cooling circuit.
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Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments if they are not of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
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Do not operate the device with wet hands standing on a wet surface to avoid electric shock or electrocution.
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It is advisable to connect the device to mains via an RCD with the maximum sensitivity of 30 mA.
CAUTION! The device is not designed to be used with a timer or an independent remote control system -
Do not store hot food or beverages in the refrigerator until they reach room temperature.
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Close the door immediately after putting items into the refrigerator to prevent a rapid increase in temperature inside.
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Keep the device away from heat sources or direct sunlight.
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Position the device on a flat and stable surface. Do not put it on any soft material.
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Do not put any devices on the refrigerator.
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Do not store substances that can readily evaporate, ignite, or explode, such as a ether, methanol, or gasoline.
Extremely flammable gas. Keep out of reach of children.
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
CAUTION! Flammable material – the risk of fire! Keep the device away from
ignition sources
The refrigerator contains flammable but environmentally friendly natural gas
isobutane (R600a). Gas (R600 a) is flammable. Before connecting, make sure
that the refrigerant circuit is not damaged.
If damaged:
- avoid open flames
- immediately ventilate the room where the refrigerator is located.
PLEASE NOTE!
Despite proper use of the device and following all safety guidelines, some
specific residual risks cannot be completely eliminated.
PURPOSE AND CONSTRUCTION
The device is intended for use in domestic or similar environments, such as:
- kitchens in shops, offices and other working environments
- households and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments Refrigerator-freezer is designed for storing and freezing food.
- Thermostat
- Glass shelf
- Crisper
- Freezer drawer
- Adjustable feet
- Door balcony
- Wine rack
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
- Nominal voltage: 220-240 V
- Nominal frequency: 50 Hz
- LED rated power: 1 W
- Rated current 1,0 A
- Protection rating: I
- Climate class: N, ST
- Coolant/ mass: R600a/64 g
- Insulation gas: C5H10
- Energy class: E
CHARACTERISTICS OF CLIMATE CLASSES
PREPARATION FOR WORK
- Remove all safety elements.
- Refrigerator should be set on a level surface. Whenever required, adjust the level using adjustable feet.
- To ensure appropriate ventilation, position the fridge ensuring the following distance from the walls and other objects: back and sides of the fridge at least 10 cm, the top at least 20 cm. Leave enough space to open the fridge door to the angle of 160o .
- The fridge should be placed far from any heat sources (cooker, radiator, stove) and it should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
- The fridge cannot be located near flammable or explosive materials such as gas, petrol, alcohol etc. Do not store the above-mentioned materials in the fridge.
- Do not place the fridge in areas with high moisture.
- After setting the refrigerator in a suitable place, wait at least 2h before connecting it to the power supply.
- Make sure that the power source to which you want to connect the device meets the specifications given on the nameplate. This device is equipped with a grounded type plug and must be plugged into a grounded type outlet. If any power flickers take place, connect a special device to the fridge, controlling the power automatically.
- The power cord should not be extended or wound when the device is on. Moreover, take care the power cord is not placed too close to the compressor at the fridge back. The operating compressor generates high temperature and can damage the power cord.
- In case of accidental disconnection from the power supply wait at least 5 minutes before restarting.
First use
After connecting the refrigerator to a power source switch the thermostat knob to the position between 1 and 5. The refrigerator will start working. Close the door, after about 30 minutes the housing of the refrigerator on the right or left side should be warm, and the temperature in the cooling chamber should decrease. This means proper operation of the compressor.
Thermostat
Refrigerator is controlled by thermostat. In “0” position refrigerator stops
working. For positions “1 to 5”, the lower setting, the higher cooling
temperature. The refrigerator should be set at a higher level for the user.
The level “5” is suitable for fast freezing. After rapid freezing it is
recommended to bring the thermostat to its normal operating position.
Preparation of ice
Pour drinking water to the ice container and put it in the freezer. Set the
thermostat knob in position 4/5.
Cooling chamber
The temperature of the cooling chamber is about 0°C – 10°C. It is suitable for
storage of vegetables, fruit, drinks for a short time.
Freezer
The freezer temperature is about – 18oC. It is suitable for storage of frozen
fish, meat and other products, which require longer storage time.
FOOD STORAGE
- It is recommended to keep food in sealed containers intended for contact with food, in order to prevent influence of other odours.
- Food should not be placed too closely to allow free air flow.
- Do not put hot food in the refrigerator. Cool to room temperature beforehand.
- Minimize the frequency and time of opening the refrigerator door and keeping it opened.
- If the food be cleaned before putting into the refrigerator, wash it, dry it and then put to the refrigerator.
DEFROSTING AND CLEANING
If the ice layer inside the freezer gets about 3-5 cm thick, the device should
be defrosted. The device requires manual defrosting. To defrost you should:
- ✓ Set the thermostat to “0” and unplug the device.
- ✓ Remove food from the freezer chamber.
- ✓ Open the door to let the ice melt. To speed up the defrosting process, you can place a bowl with hot water on the shelf and close the door of the freezer.
WARNING
Do not use metal tools or electric heaters to accelerate the defrosting
process.
- ✓ Remove water from the freezer with a soft cloth. Clean the device inside and outside using a soft, wet cloth with a neutral washing agent. Dry the chambers.
WARNING
Do not pour water over the outer part of the refrigerator. This can damage
the insulation layer. It is forbidden to wash with hot water, acid, alkalis,
gasoline, benzene, caustic means, alcohol or abrasives.
- ✓ Place food in the freezer, set the thermostat to the desired position and plug the device.
To ensure hygiene, clean the fridge interior with sufficient frequency. To do this:
- ✓ unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet
- ✓ wash with a soft damp cloth with a neutral detergent
- ✓ dry afterwards.
Pay special attention to keep the rubber seals at the door in the appropriate
condition. They should always be clean.
If the device is not used for an extended period of time, remove clothes,
clean the fridge and freezer chamber and dry them. The door should remain
open.
REPLACING THE BULB
Before replacing the light bulb set the thermostat knob to the “0” position
and disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply. Remove the food from
the top shelf and pull shelf forward. A bulb is located at the rear of the
thermostat housing. Open light cover. Twist off a burnt bulb, twist in a new
one and replace the bulb cover.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Laudable sound of running water is normal for working compressor. Laudable tapping is a reaction to sudden changes of temperature. Hot compressor – during operation, the compressor’s temperature can reach 90°C side wall of the refrigerator – during operation, both sides of the refrigerator can achieve an average temperature of 55°C
Brumous deposit appears on the outer part of the refrigerator. This is normal
due to the high humidity. A freezer should be dried.
Check before calling for service:
Refrigerator stopped working
- thermostat knob is not set to ”0”.
- a plug is well inserted to the socket
- power supply is on
- the device starts working within 5 minutes after the last power off.
Refrigerator’s work is not effective
- too much food in the fridge or food arranged too tightly which prevents air flow
- the device is set in the sun an ambient temperature is too high
- fridge located near a radiator or other heat-emitting devices
- food in the refrigerator/freezer is too warm not closed door of the refrigerator/freezer
- frequent opening of the door of the refrigerator/freezer
- fridge ventilation is insufficient. There can be an insufficient distance between the fridge and the surrounding walls/furniture/other devices.
Food in the refrigerator chamber is too much chilled
- position of thermostat is too high
- food with high water content was placed directly over the cold air inlets. This is not a symptom of incorrect device operation.
Refrigerator-freezer is too noisy
- the device is not level
- the device touches the wall.
If the above-mentioned advice does not solve the problem, contact the repair
service. Don’t repair on your own.
WARNING! If, despite compliance with the specified rules, a refrigerator-
freezer is not working properly, inform the manufacturer’s authorized service
centre.
WARNING! If an electric shock (tingling) is sensed after touch a
refrigerator-freezer housing, immediately turn it off and ask a certified
electrician to check the protective circuit in the socket
TRANSPORTATION
- Transport (carry) only in vertical position. A tilt should not exceed 45˚
- Transport in a package protecting from humidity, dust and mechanical damages.
NOTE!
- The illustrations and descriptions may differ from reality depending on the product model.
- Manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical parameters of the device without notice.
- The producer reserves the right to mistakes and misprints.
The symbol presented below indicates that the used equipment cannot be placed together with other household waste. The user is obliged to bring this item to the waste electrical and electronic equipment collection point where a suitable system is created to allow safe disposal of these items. Dangerous components present in electrical and electronic equipment have negative consequences for theenvironment and human health therefore correct handling of the equipment is very important. Certain substances which may adversely affect the environment over the life of the product and after use have been limited in this device