AEG RKB439F1DW Refrigerator User Manual

AEG RKB439F1DW Refrigerator

Product Information

The RKB439F1DW and RKB439F2DX are refrigerators manufactured by AEG. These refrigerators come with a flammable gas, isobutane (R600a), which is a natural gas with high environmental compatibility. The refrigerators are not intended to be used as built-in appliances and should be installed in a dry, well- ventilated indoor position.

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. Always use original spare parts, and when contacting the authorized service center, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number. The information can be found on the rating plate.

Installation
Only a qualified person must install this appliance. Refer to the installation instructions for installation. Ensure that you do not trap or damage the supply cord when positioning the appliance. Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.

Use
The appliance contains flammable gas, isobutane (R600a), which is a natural gas with high environmental compatibility. Be careful not to cause damage to the refrigerant circuit containing isobutane.

Internal lighting
There is a risk of electric shock when replacing the internal light, so be cautious.

Care and Cleaning
There is a risk of injury or damage to the appliance during cleaning. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in the manual.

Service
Always contact the authorized service center for any issues related to the appliance.

Disposal
Refer to the safety chapters before disposing of the appliance to avoid any risk of injury or suffocation.

Location
To ensure the best functionality of the appliance, do not install it near a heat source or in a place with direct sunlight. The appliance should be positioned in a place where air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet. The correct operation of the appliance can only be guaranteed within the specified temperature range.

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts. When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number. The information can be found on the rating plate.

• Warning / Caution-Safety information
• General information and tips
• Environmental information
  Subject to change without notice.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

Children and vulnerable people safety

• 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 the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload the appliance provided that they have been properly instructed.
• This appliance may be used by persons with very extensive and complex disabilities provided that they have been properly instructed.
• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.

General Safety

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
  • Farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  • By clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfast and other residential type environments.
• To avoid contamination of food respect the following instructions:
  • do not open the door for long periods;
  • clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems;
  • store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
• 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 damage the refrigerant circuit.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance.
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Only use neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.
• When the appliance is empty for long period, switch it off, defrost, clean, dry and leave the door open to prevent mould from developing within the appliance.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

WARNING! Only a qualified person must install this appliance.

• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Make sure the air can circulate around the appliance.
• At first installation or after reversing the door wait at least 4 hours before connecting the appliance to the power supply. This is to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
• Before carrying out any operations on the appliance (e.g. reversing the door), remove the plug from the power socket.
• Do not install the appliance close to radiators or cookers, ovens or hobs.
• Do not expose the appliance to the rain.
• Do not install the appliance where there is direct sunlight.
• Do not install this appliance in areas that are too humid or too cold.
• When you move the appliance, lift it by the front edge to avoid scratching the floor.

Electrical connection

WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric shock.

WARNING!
When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

WARNING!
Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.

• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.
• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the electrical components (e.g. mains plug, mains cable, compressor). Contact the Authorised Service Centre or an electrician to change the electrical components.
• The mains cable must stay below the level of the mains plug.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

Use

WARNING! Risk of injury, burns, electric shock or fire.

• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• Do not put electrical appliances (e.g. ice cream makers) in the appliance unless they are stated applicable by the manufacturer.
• If damage occurs to the refrigerant circuit, make sure that there are no flames and sources of ignition in the room. Ventilate the room.
• Do not let hot items to touch the plastic parts of the appliance.
• Do not store flammable gas and liquid in the appliance.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
• Do not touch the compressor or the condenser. They are hot.

Internal lighting

WARNING!
Risk of electric shock.

• This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.

Care and cleaning

WARNING! Risk of injury or damage to the appliance.

• Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• This appliance contains hydrocarbons in the cooling unit. Only a qualified person must do the maintenance and the recharging of the unit.
• Regularly examine the drain of the appliance and if necessary, clean it. If the drain is blocked, defrosted water collects in the bottom of the appliance.

Service

• To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.
• Please note that self-repair or non-professional repair can have safety consequences and might void the guarantee.
• The following spare parts will be available for 7 years after the model has been discontinued: thermostats, temperature sensors, printed circuit boards, light sources, door handles,

INSTALLATION

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters. door hinges, trays and baskets. Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional repairers, and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models. Door gaskets will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued.

Disposal

WARNING! Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.
• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
• Remove the door to prevent children and pets to be closed inside of the appliance.
• The refrigerant circuit and the insulation materials of this appliance are ozone-friendly.
• The insulation foam contains flammable gas. Contact your municipal authority for information on how to discard the appliance correctly.
• Do not cause damage to the part of the cooling unit that is near the heat exchanger.

INSTALLATION

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

Dimensions

Overall dimensions ¹

H1| mm| 1860
W1| mm| 595
D1| mm| 635

The height, width and depth of the appliance without the handle and feet

Space required in use ²

H2| mm| 1900
W2| mm| 600
D2| mm| 706

The height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air

Overall space required in use ³

H2| mm| 1900
W3| mm| 660
D3| mm| 1213

The height, width and depth of the appliance including the handle, plus the space necessary for free circulation of the cooling air, plus the space necessary to allow door opening to the minimum angle permitting removal of all internal equipment

Location

Refer to the installation instructions for the installation. To ensure appliance’s best functionality, you should not install the appliance in the nearby of the heat source (oven, stoves, radiators, cookers or hobs) or in a place with direct sunlight. Make sure that air can circulate freely around the back of the cabinet.
To ensure best performance, if the appliance is positioned below an overhanging wall unit, the minimum distance between the top of the cabinet shall be maintained. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. One or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet ensure that the appliance stands level.

Positioning

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance. In case of different installation from freestanding respecting space required in use dimensions, the appliance will function correctly but energy consumption might increase slightly.
This appliance should be installed in a dry, well ventilated indoor position. This appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperature ranging from 10°C to 43°C.

• The correct operation of the appliance can only be guaranteed within the specified temperature range.

• If you have any doubts regarding where to install the appliance, please turn to the vendor, to our customer service or to the nearest Authorised Service Centre.

• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply. The plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.

• CAUTION!
  If you position the appliance against the wall, use back spacers provided or keep the minimum distance indicated in the installation instructions.

• CAUTION!
  If you install the appliance next to a wall, refer to the installation instructions to understand the minimum distance between the wall and the side of the appliance where door hinges are to provide enough space to open the door when the internal equipment is removed (e.g. when cleaning).

Electrical connection

• Before plugging in, ensure that the voltage and frequency shown on the rating plate correspond to your domestic power supply.
• The appliance must be earthed. The power supply cable plug is provided with a contact for this purpose. If the domestic power supply socket is not earthed, connect the appliance to a separate earth in compliance with current regulations, consulting a qualified electrician.
• The manufacturer declines all responsibility if the above safety precautions are not observed.
• This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directives.

Rear spacers
You can find the two spacers in the bag with documentation.

1. Release the screw.
2. Engage the spacer below the screw.
3. Turn the spacer to the right position.
4. Tighten again the screws.

Door reversibility
Please refer to the separate document with instructions on installation and door reversal.
CAUTION!
At every stage of reversing the door protect the floor from scratching with a durable material.

CONTROL PANEL

Switching on

1. Insert the plug into the wall socket.
2. Turn the temperature regulator clockwise to a medium setting.

Switching off
To turn off the appliance, turn the temperature regulator to the “O” position.

Temperature regulation
The temperature is regulated automatically. However, you can set a temperature inside the appliance yourself. Choose the setting keeping in mind that the temperature inside the appliance depends on:

• room temperature,
• frequency of opening the door,
• quantity of food stored,
• appliance location.
  A medium setting is generally the most suitable one.

To operate the appliance:

1. Turn the temperature regulator clockwise to obtain a lower temperature inside the appliance.
2. Turn the temperature regulator counterclockwise to obtain a higher temperature inside the appliance.

DAILY USE

CAUTION!
This refrigerating appliance is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs.

Positioning the door shelves
To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door shelves can be placed at different heights.

1. Gradually pull the shelf up until it comes free.
2. Reposition as required.

Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired.

Do not move the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer to ensure correct air circulation.

Vegetable drawers
There are special drawers in the bottom part of the appliance suitable for storage of fruits and vegetables.

DYNAMIC AIR
The refrigerator compartment is equipped with a device that allows rapid cooling of foods and keeps more uniform temperature in the compartment.
Switch on the device when you have to cool down a big amount of food or when the room temperature is higher than 35°C to guarantee a greater homogenization of internal temperature. Press the button (A) to switch ON the fan. The green light (B) appears.

Before switching off the appliance, remember to turn off the fan by pressing the button (A). The green light (B) disappears.

HINTS AND TIPS

Hints for energy saving

• Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance and shelves evenly distributed. Position of the door bins does not affect energy consumption.
• Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than necessary.
• Do not set too high temperature to save energy unless it is required by the characteristics of the food.
• If the ambient temperature is high and the temperature control is set to low temperature and the appliance is fully loaded, the compressor may run continuously, causing frost or ice formation on the evaporator. In this case, set the temperature control toward higher temperature to allow automatic defrosting and to save energy this way.
• Ensure a good ventilation. Do not cover the ventilation grilles or holes.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

• The medium temperature setting ensures good preservation of fresh food. Higher temperature setting inside the appliance may lead to shorter shelf life of food.
• Cover the food with packaging to preserve its freshness and aroma.
• Always use closed containers for liquids and for food, to avoid flavours or odours in the compartment.
• To avoid the cross-contamination between cooked and raw food, cover the cooked food and separate it from the raw one.
• It is recommended to defrost the food inside the fridge.
• Do not insert hot food inside the appliance. Make sure it has cooled down at room temperature before inserting it.
• To prevent food waste the new stock of food should always be placed behind the old one.

Hints for food refrigeration

• Meat (all types): wrap in a suitable packaging and place it on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer. Store meat for at most 1-2 days.
• Fruit and vegetables: clean thoroughly (eliminate the soil) and place in a special drawer (vegetable drawer).
• It is advisable not to keep the exotic fruits like bananas, mangos, papayas etc. in the refrigerator.
• Vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes, onions, and garlic should not be kept in the refrigerator.
• Butter and cheese: place in an airtight container or wrap in an aluminium foil or a polythene bag to exclude as much air as possible.
• Bottles: close them with a cap and place them on the door bottle shelf, or (if available) on the bottle rack.
• In order to accelerate cooling down of the goods, it is advisable to turn on the fan. The activation of dynamic air allows greater homogenization of internal temperatures.
• Always refer to the expiry date of the products to know how long to keep them.

CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.

Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, the interior and all internal accessories should be washed with lukewarm water and some neutral soap to remove the typical smell of a brand-new product, then dried thoroughly.

• CAUTION! Do not use detergents, abrasive powders, chlorine or oil-based cleaners as they will damage the finish.
• CAUTION! The accessories and parts of the appliance are not suitable for washing in a dishwasher.

Periodic cleaning
The equipment has to be cleaned regularly:

1. Clean the inside and accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap.
2. Regularly check the door seals and wipe them clean to ensure they are clean and free from debris.
3. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Defrosting of the refrigerator
Frost is automatically eliminated from the evaporator of the refrigerator compartment during normal use. The defrost water drains out through a trough into a special container at the back of the appliance, over the motor compressor, where it evaporates.
It is important to periodically clean the defrost water drain hole in the middle of the refrigerator compartment channel to prevent the water overflowing and dripping onto the food inside.

Period of non-operation
When the appliance is not in use for long period, take the following precautions:

1. Disconnect the appliance from electricity supply.
2. Remove all food.
3. Clean the appliance and all accessories.
4. Leave the door open to prevent unpleasant smells.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.

What to do if…

appliance.
| The mains plug is not connected to the mains socket correctly.| Connect the mains plug to the mains socket correctly.
| There is no voltage in the| Connect a different electrical
| mains socket.| appliance to the mains socket. Contact a qualified electrician
The appliance is noisy.| The appliance is not supported properly.| Check if the appliance stands stable.
The compressor operates continually.| Temperature is set incorrectly.| Refer to “Control Panel” chapter.
| Many food products were put in at the same time.| Wait a few hours and then check the temperature again.
| The room temperature is too high.| Refer to “Installation” chapter.
| Food products placed in the appliance were too warm.| Allow food products to cool to room temperature before storing.
| The door is not closed correctly.| Refer to “Closing the door” section.

door.
The lamp is defective.| Refer to “Replacing the lamp” section.
There is too much frost and ice.| The door is not closed correctly.| Refer to “Closing the door” section.
The gasket is deformed or dirty.| Refer to “Closing the door” section.
Food products are not wrap‐ ped properly.| Wrap the food products better.
Temperature is set incorrectly.| Refer to “Control Panel” chapter.
Appliance is fully loaded and is set to the lowest temperature.| Set a higher temperature. Refer to “Control Panel” chapter.
Temperature set in the appliance is too low and the ambient temperature is too high.| Set a higher temperature. Refer to “Control Panel” chapter.
Water flows on the rear plate During the automatic defrosting process, frost melts on the rear plate of the refrigerator.| This is correct.
There is too much condensed water on the rear wall of the refrigerator.| Door was opened too frequently.| Open the door only when necessary.
Door was not closed completely.| Make sure the door is closed completely.
Stored food was not wrapped‐ ped.| Wrap food in suitable packaging before storing it in the appliance.
Water flows inside the refrigerator.    Food products prevent the water from flowing into the water collector.| Make sure that food products do not touch the rear plate.
The water outlet is clogged.| Clean the water outlet.

Water flows on the floor. The melting water outlet is not connected to the evaporative tray above the compressor.| Attach the melting water out‐ let to the evaporative tray.
The temperature in the appliance s too low/too high.  The temperature is not set correctly.| Set a higher/lower temperature.
The door is not closed correctly.| Refer to “Closing the door” section.
The food products’ temperature is too high.| Let the food products temperature decrease to room temperature before storage.
Many food products are stored at the same time.| Store less food products at the same time.
The door has been opened often.| Open the door only if necessary.
There is no cold air circulation in the appliance| Make sure that there is cold air circulation in the appliance. Refer to “Hints and Tips” chapter.

If the advice does not lead to the desired result, call the nearest Authorized Service Centre.

Replacing the lamp

• The appliance is equipped with a long-life LED interior light.
• It is strongly recommended to use original spare parts only.
• Use LED bulbs (E14 base) only. The maximum power is shown on the lamp unit.

CAUTION! Disconnect the plug from the mains socket.

1. Push the movable part of the lamp cover (1) to unhook it.
2. Remove the lamp cover (2).
3. Replace the bulb with one of the same power and shape, specifically designed for household appliances.
4. Install the lamp cover.
5. Connect the plug to the mains socket.
6. Open the door. Make sure that the light switches on.

Closing the door

1. Clean the door gaskets.
2. If necessary, adjust the door. Refer to installation instructions.
3. If necessary, replace the defective door gaskets. Contact the Authorised Service Centre.

NOISES

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 of the appliance.
See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.

INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES
Installation and preparation of the 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 User Manual at Chapter 3. Please contact the manufacturer for any other further information, including loading plans.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

Recycle materials with the symbol . Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and human health by recycling waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose of appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.

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References

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