VALBERG N977494 French Door Refrigerator User Manual

VALBERG N977494 French Door Refrigerator

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WARRANTY CONDITION

This product has a 2-year warranty as of the date of purchase, covering any fault resulting from a manufacturing or material defect. This warranty does not cover defects or damage resulting from incorrect installation, improper use or abnormal wear of the appliance. upon presentation of the sales receipt.

Preview of the appliance

Description of the appliance

1. Shelf
2. Variable Zone
3. Upper freezer drawer
4. Lower freezer drawer
5. LED lighting
6. Door tray
7. Fruit and vegetable box
8. Lower freezer drawer
9. Upper freezer drawer

The picture is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor

Using the appliance

Placement

• Before use, remove all packing materials, including bottom pads, foam pads and tapes inside of the refrigerator; tear
  off the protective film on the doors and the refrigerator body.
  

• Keep away from heat and avoid direct sunlight. Do not place the freezer in moist or wet places to prevent rust or reduction of the insulating effect.

• Do not spray or wash the refrigerator; do not put the refrigerator in moist places easy to be splashed with water so as not to affect the electrical insulation properties of the refrigerator.
  

• The space on top of the refrigerator shall be greater than 10cm, and the refrigerator should be placed against a wall with a distance of more than 10cm to facilitate heat dissipation.

Spare enough space for convenient opening of the doors and drawers or statement by the distributor.

Width “w”

| 833 mm
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Depth “D” (without handle)|

653 mm

Height “H”

| 1898 mm
A|

1400 mm

B|

1000 mm

The measurements in the above table may differ, depending on the measuring method.

NOTE
This refrigerator needs to be installed independently and cannot be used as a built-in. Otherwise, it will cause problems such as failure to install into the cabinet, the performance and life of the product are reduced. And the manufacturer does not provide basic product warranty.

Energy saving tips

• The appliance should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool down to room temperature before placing it in the appliance. Overloading the appliance forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freezes too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the appliance. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the appliance.
• Appliance storage bins should not be lined with tin foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the appliance less efficient.
• Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible

Changing the light

• This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G.
• Light source in this product can only be replaced by qualified professionals.
• Please contact after-sales service if the light source fails.
• The light source shall be removed at the end of the product’s useful life, with sorting and recycling done separately.

1. Please take out the plug before removal.
   

2. Remove the lampshade with a screwdriver.

3. Take down the lamp panel.
   

4. Remove the connection terminal.
   

Start to use

• Before initial start, keep the refrigerator still for two hours before connecting it to power supply.
• Before placing any fresh or frozen foods, the refrigerator should have run for 2 – 3 hours, or for above 4 hours in summer when the ambient temperature is high.

NOTE

This product is not recommended for use with sockets or main switch with the A/ GFCI function, otherwise it may cause false tripping.

1. It’s not pose a safety risk when tripped.
2. If tripping persists, it is recommended to replace the sockets or main switch without A/GFCI function.

Refrigerating chamber

• The Refrigerating Chamber is suitable for storage of a variety of fruits, vegetables, beverages and other food consumed in the short term, suggested storage time 3days to 5days.
• Cooking foods shall not be put in the refrigerating chamber until cooled to room temperature.
• Foods are recommended to be sealed up before putting into the refrigerator.
• The glass shelves can be adjusted up or down for a reasonable amount of storage space and easy use.

Freezing chamber

• The low temperature freezing chamber may keep food fresh for a long time and it is mainly used to store frozen foods and making ice.
• The freezing chamber is suitable for storage of meat, fish, rice balls and other foods not to be consumed in short term.
• Chunks of meat are preferably to be divided into small pieces. Please be noted food shall be consumed within the shelf time.

Drawers, food boxes, shelves, etc. placed according to the position in the picture above are the most energy efficient.

NOTE

Storage of too much food during operation after the initial connection to power may adversely affect the freezing effect of the refrigerator. Foods stored shall not block the air outlet; or otherwise the freezing effect will also be adversely affected.

Functions

1. Refrigerating icon
2. Freezer icon
3. Temperature display icon
4. Super cool / freezing icon
5. Fruit/vegetable icon
6. Drink icon
7. Chilled icon
   A Temperature up button
   B Temperature zone selection button
   C Temperature down button
   D Vario temp select
   E Lock/Unlock button

Operation instructions

Display

• When electrify the refrigerator, the display screen will total display for 3 seconds. Meanwhile the starting up bell rings and then the screen enters the normal display of the operation.
• The first time for using the refrigerator, the default set temperature of refrigerating chamber and freezing chamber is 4° C/-18 °C respectively.
• When the error occurs, the display shows the error code (see next page); during normal running, the display shows the set temperature of the refrigerating chamber or freezing chamber.
• Under normal circumstances, if there is no operation on display panel or door opening action within 30s, then the display is lock, and the sate goes out.

Lock /unlock

• In the unlocked state, long press the lock button for 3 seconds, enter the lockstate, the logo goes out and buzzer sounds, it means the display panel is locked, at this time, button operation cannot be implemented;
• In the locked state, long press the lock button for 3 seconds, enter the unlocked state, the logo lights up and buzzer sounds, it means the display panel is unlocked, at this time, button operation can be implemented;

Temperature setting of refrigerating chamber

• Press temperature zone selection button temp, select to choose the setting temperature zone of refrigerating chamber, and then press ∧ or ∨ to adjust the setting temperature of refrigerating chamber. The temperature setting range for refrigerating chamber is 2°C ~ 8°C.

Thermostat setting for ambient T°C : NORMAL ≈ +24°C (± 4°C) : 3°C
Thermostat setting for ambient T°C : COLD ≈ +16°C (± 4°C) : 3°C
Thermostat setting for ambient T°C : HOT ≈ +32°C (± 4°C) : 3°C

Temperature setting of freezing chamber

• Press temperature zone selection button temp, select to choose the setting temperature zone of freezing chamber, and then press ∧ or ∨  to adjust the setting temperature of freezing chamber. The temperature setting range for refrigerating chamber is -24°C~ -16°C.

Thermostat setting for ambient T°C : NORMAL ≈ +24°C (± 4°C) : -19°C
Thermostat setting for ambient T°C : COLD ≈ +16°C (± 4°C) : -19°C
Thermostat setting for ambient T°C : HOT ≈ +32°C (± 4°C) : -19°C

Temperature setting of variable temperature chamber

• Press Variable temperature button , to adjust the setting temperature of the chamber, the adjusting range is Fruit/vegetable, drink and chilled.

Mode setting

• Set the Super cooling mode: after the temperature of the refrigeration room is adjusted to 2°C, press the temperature down button ∨ to enter the super cooling mode. In the super cooling mode, the temperature of the refrigerating chamber is automatically set to 2°C.
• Exit the Super cooling mode: press the temperature up button ∧ to exit the super cooling mode or automatically exit the super cooling mode after 6h.
• After exiting the super cooling mode, the temperature of the refrigerator will automatically return to the temperature set before ∧ the super cooling mode
• Set the super freezing mode: after the temperature of the freezing chamber is adjusted to -24°C, press the temperature down button ∧ to enter the super freezing mode. In the super freezing mode, the temperature of the freezing chamber is automatically set to -24°C
• Exit the super freezing mode: press the temperature up button ∧ to exit the super freezing mode or automatically exit the super freezing mode after 32h. After exiting the super freezing mode, the freezing chamber temperature will automatically return to the temperature set before the super freezing mode

According to IEC62552:2007,the test condition as follow: start the super freezer mode in advance, and wait when the fridge enters automatic defrosting after 18 hours, and then apply the freezer load. The maximum defrosting time is 72 hours and the minimum is 12 hours at 32°C.

Recommended setting: Refrigerated chamber 4°C freezing chamber -18°C.

NOTE

The quick-freezing function is designed to maintain the nutritional value of the food in the freezer. It can freeze the food in the shortest time. If a large amount of food is frozen at one time, it is recommended that the user turn on the quick-freezing function and put the food in. At this time, the freezing speed of the freezer compartment is increased, which can quickly freeze the food, effectively lock the nutrition od the food, and facilitate storage.

Storage upon power failure

In case of power failure, the instant working state will be locked and maintained till electrification.

Fault indication

The following warnings appearing on the display indicate corresponding faults of the refrigerator. Though the refrigerator may still have cold storage function with the following faults, the user shall contact a maintenance specialist for maintenance, so as to ensure optimized operation of the appliance.

Fault Code

|

Fault Description

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E1

|

Temperature sensor failure of refrigerating chamber

E2|

Temperature sensor failure of freezing chamber

E3|

Temperature sensor failure of variable temperature chamber

E5

| Freezing defrost sensor detection circuit error
E6|

Communication error

E7

| Circulation of temperature detection circuit error
EH|

Moisture sensor error

Leveling feet

  Schematic diagram of the levelling feet.

Adjusting procedures

1. Turn the feet clockwise to raise the refrigerator;
2. Turn the feet counterclockwise to lower the refrigerator;
3. Adjust the right and left feet based on the procedures above to a horizontal level.

The picture above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor.

Levelling door

Schematic diagram of leveling the door.

List of tools to be provided by the user

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Plier

• Raise the lower door up to the level of the higher door.
• Insert the supplied fastener-ring by using plier in the gap between the hinge-grommet and the lower hinge. The number of fasten-rings you will need to insert depends on the gap.

The picture above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor.

Useful information

Cleaning and maintenance

Overall cleaning

• Dust behind the refrigerator and on the floor must be cleaned to improve the cooling effect and energy saving.
• Check the door gasket regularly to make sure there is no debris. Clean the door gasket with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent.
• The interior of the refrigerator should be cleaned regularly to avoid odors.
• Please turn off the power before cleaning the interior, remove all foods, drinks, shelves, drawers, etc.
• Use a soft cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the refrigerator, with two tablespoons of baking soda and a quart of warm water. Then rinse with water and wipe clean. After cleaning, open the door and let it dry naturally before turning on the power.
• For areas that are difficult to clean inside the refrigerator (such as narrow places, gaps or corners), we recommend to wipe them regularly with a soft rag, soft brush, etc. and when necessary, with some tools (such as thin sticks) to ensure no contaminants or bacterial accumulation in these areas.
• Do not use soap, detergent, scrub powder, spray cleaner, etc., as these may cause odors inside the refrigerator or contaminat food.
• Clean the door tray, shelves and drawers with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent. Dry with a soft cloth or dry naturally.
• Wipe the outer surface of the refrigerator with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water, detergent, etc., and then wipe dry.
• Do not use hard brushes, scouring pads, wire brushes, abrasives (such as toothpaste), organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items, which may damage the fridge surface and interior. Boiling water and organic solvents such as benzene may deform or damage plastic parts..
• Do not rinse directly with water or other liquids during cleaning to avoid short circuit or affect electrical insulation after immersion.

WARNING
Please unplug the refrigerator for defrost and cleaning.

Defrosting

• The refrigerator is made based on the air-cooling principle and thus has automatic defrosting function. Frost formed due to change of season or temperature may also be manually removed by disconnection of the appliance from power supply or by wiping with a dry towel.

Out of operation

• Power failure: In case of power failure, even if it is in summer, foods inside the appliance can be kept for several hours; during the power failure, the times of door opening shall be reduced, and no more fresh food shall be put into the appliance.
• Long-time nonuse: The appliance shall be unplugged and then cleaned; then the doors are left open to prevent odor.
• Moving: Before the refrigerator is moved, take all objects inside out, fix the glass partitions, vegetable holder, freezing chamber drawers and etc. with tape, and tighten the leveling feet; close the doors and seal them with tape. During moving, the appliance shall not be laid upside down or horizontally, or be vibrated; the inclination during movement shall be no more than 45°.

WARNING
The appliance shall run continuously once it is started. Generally, the operation of the appliance shall not be interrupted; otherwise the service life may be impaired.

Cleaning of door tray

• According to the direction arrow in the figure below, use both hands to squeeze the tray, and push it upward, then you can take it out.
• After washing the tray having been taken out, you can adjust its installing height in accordance with your requirement.
• Soft towels or sponge dipped in water and non-corrosive neutral detergents are suggested for cleaning. The freezer of shall be finally cleaned with clean water and dry cloth. Open the door for natural drying before the power is turned on.
• Do not use hard brushes, clean steel balls, wire brushes, abrasives, such as toothpastes, organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items clean refrigerator considering that this may damage the fridge surface and interior.
  

How to store for best preservation (applicable models only)

Cover foods to retain moisture and prevent them from picking up odors from other foods. A large pot of food like soup or stew should be divided into small portions and put in shallow containers before being refrigerated. A large cut of meat or whole poultry should be divided into smaller pieces or placed in shallow containers before being refrigerated.

Placement of Foods

provide an optimal storage environment for fruit and vegetables. Vegetables require higher humidity while fruit requires lower humidity Crispers are equipped with control devices to control the humidity level. (*Depending on model and options) An adjustable temperature meat drawer maximizes the storage time of meats and cheeses.
Stored on the door| Don’t store perishable foods in the door. Eggs should be stored in the carton on a shelf. The temperature of the storage bins in the door fluctuate more than the temperature in the cabinet. Keep the door closed as much as possible.
Freezer Compartment| You can store frozen food, make ice cubes and freeze fresh food in the freezer compartment.

NOTE
Freezer fresh, undamaged food only. Keep food which is to be frozen away from food which is already frozen. To prevent food from losing its flavour or drying out, place in airtight containers.

Refrigerator & Freezer Storage Chart

The freshness longevity depends on temperature and exposure to moisture.
Since product dates aren’t a guide for safe use of a product, consult this chart and follow these tips.

Product

| Refrigerator| Freezer
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Milk products

Milk

| 1 week|

1 month

Butter

| 2 weeks| 12 months
Ice cream| –|

2-3 weeks

Natural cheese

| 1 month| 4-6 months

Cream cheese

| 2 weeks| Not recommended
Yogurt| 1 month|

–

Meat

Fresh roasts, steaks, chops

| 3-4 days| 2-3 months
Fresh ground meat, stew meat| 1-2 days|

3-4 months

Bacon

| 7 days| 1 month

Sausage, Raw from pork, beef, turkey

|

1-2 days

| 1-2 months

Poultry / Eggs

Fresh poultry

| 2 days| 6-8 months
Poultry salad| 1 day|

–

Eggs, Fresh in shell

| 2-4 weeks| Not recommended

Fish / Seafood

Fresh fish

| 1-2 days| 3-6 months
Cooked fish| 3-4 days|

1 month

Fish salad

| 1 day| Not recommended
Dried or pickled fish| 3-4 weeks|

–

Product

| Refrigerator|

Freezer

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Fruits

Apples

|

1 month

|

–

Peaches

|

2-3 weeks

|

–

Pineapple

|

1 week

|

–

Other fresh fruit

|

3-5 days

| 9-12 months

Vegetables

Asparagus

|

2-3 days

|

–

Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green peas, mushrooms

|

3-5 days

|

–

Cabbage, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, lettuce

|

1 week

|

–

Carrots, beets, radishes

|

2 weeks

|

–

Troubleshooting

The following simple issues can be handled by the user. Please call the after- sale service department if the issues are not solved.

Problem

|

Solution

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Failed operation| Check whether the appliance is connected to power or whether the plug is in well contact. Check whether the voltage is too low. Check whether there is a power failure or partial circuits have tripped.
Odor| Odorous foods shall be tightly wrapped. Check whether there is any rotten food. Clean the inside of the refrigerator
Long-time operation of the compressor| Long operation of the refrigerator is normal in summer. When the ambient temperature is high It is not suggestible having too much food in the appliance at the same time. Food shall get cool before being put into the appliance. The doors are opened too frequently.
Light fails to get lit Side panels are hot.| Check whether the refrigerator is connected to power supply and whether the illuminating light is damaged. Have the light replaced by a specialist.
Door can not be properly closed| The door is stuck by food packages. Too much food is placed. The refrigerator is tilted.
Loud noises| Check whether the floor is level and whether the refrigerator is placed stably. Check whether accessories are placed at proper locations.
Door seal fails to be tight| Remove foreign matters on the door seal. Heat the door seal and then cool it for restoration (or blow it with an electrical drier or use a hot towel for heating).
Water pan overflows| There is too much food in the chamber or food stored contains too much water, resulting in heavy defrosting. The doors are not closed properly, resulting in frosting due to entry of air and increased water due to defrosting.
Hot housing| Heat dissipation of the built-in condenser via the housing, which is normal. When housing becomes hot due to high ambient temperature, storage of too much food or shutdown of the compressor is shut down, provide sound ventilation to facilitate heat dissipation
Surface condensation| Condensation on the exterior surface and door seals of the refrigerator is normal when the ambient humidity is too high. Just wipe the condensate with a clean towel.
Abnormal noise| Buzz: The compressor may produce buzzes during operation, and the buzzes are loud particularly upon start or stop. This is normal. Creak: Refrigerant flowing inside of the appliance may produce creak, which is normal.

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