VOGUE 355388 359L Upright Fridge User Guide

APPLIANCES
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
USER GUIDE
REFRIGERATOR 359L
355388

To prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time

Safety information

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.
For the safety of life and property keep the precautions of these users’ instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.
Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged 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 should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are aged 8 years and above and supervised.
• Keep all packaging well away from children. There is a risk of suffocation.
• If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can), and remove the door to prevent playing children to suffer electric shock or closing themselves into it.
• If this appliance featuring magnetic door seals is to replace an older appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make that spring lock unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it from becoming a death trap for a child.

General safety
**WARNING! Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
WARNING NG! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING NG! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING! Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by the manufacturer.
WARNING** NG! Do not touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long period of time because it could be very hot.”

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

• The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.

• During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
  – avoid open flames and sources of ignition
  – thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated

• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire, and/or electric shock.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
  – staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
  – farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments; – bed and breakfast type environments;
  – catering and similar non-retail applications.
  WARNING! Any electrical components(plug, power cord, compressor and etc.) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service personnel.
  WARNING! The light bulb supplied with this appliance is a “special use lamp bulb” usable only with the appliance supplied. This “special use lamp” is not used for domestic lighting.”

Safety information

• Power cord must not be lengthened
• Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the appliance. A squashed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
• Make sure that you can come to the mains plug of the appliance.
• Do not pull the main cable.
• If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
• You must not operate the appliance without the lamp.
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
• Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.

Daily use

• Do not put hot on the plastic parts in the appliance.
• Do not place food products directly against the rear wall.
• Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.”
• Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacture s instructions.”
• Appliance’s manufacturer storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
• Do not place carbonated fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the appliance.”
• Ice lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the appliance.”

Care and cleaning

• Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
• Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic scraper.”
• Regularly examine the drain in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If necessary, clean the drain. If the drain is blocked, water will collect into the bottom of the appliance.2)
  1)If there is a freezer compartment.
  2)If there is a fresh-food storage compartment.

Safety information
Installation
Important! For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific paragraphs.

• Unpack the appliance and check if there are damage on it. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the place you bought it. In that case retain packing.
• It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
• Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions relevant to installation.
• Wherever possible the spacers of the product should be against a wall to avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent possible burn.
• The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.
• Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance.

Service

• Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
• This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Center, and only genuine spare parts must be used.

Energy saving

• Don’t put hot food in the appliance;
• Don’t pack food close together as this prevents air circulating;
• Make sure food doesn’t touch the back of the compartment(s);
• If electricity goes off, don’t open the door(s);
• Don’t open the door(s) frequently;
• Don’t keep the door(s) open for a too long time;
• Don’t set the thermostat to exceeding cold temperatures;
• Some accessories, such as drawers, can be removed to get a larger storage volume and lower energy consumption.

Safety information
Environment Protection
This appliance does not contain gasses that could damage the ozone layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. The insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance shall be disposed of according to the appliance regulations obtained from your local authorities. Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially the heat exchanger. The materials used on this appliance marked by the symbol are recyclable.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it should be taken to the appropriate 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 this product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.
Packaging materials
The materials with the symbol are recyclable. Dispose of the packaging in suitable collection containers to recycle it.
Disposal of the appliance

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
2. Cut off the main cable and discard it.

Overview

Note: Above picture is for reference only. Real appliance probably is different.

Installation

Space Requirement

• Select a location without direct exposure to sunlight;
• Select a location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily;
• Select a location with level (or nearly level) flooring;
• Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface;
• Allow clearance to the right, left, back, and top when installing. This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower.
• It is advisable to keep at least a 10mm gap on two sides.

Positioning
Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class indicated on the rating plate of the appliance: for refrigerating appliances with climate class: – extended temperate: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C (SN);
– temperate: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C (N);
– subtropical: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C (ST);
– tropical: this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C (T);
Location
The appliance should be installed well away from sources of heat such as radiators, boilers, direct sunlight etc. Ensure 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 and the wall unit must be at least 50 mm. Ideally, however, the appliance should not be positioned below overhanging wall units. Accurate leveling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet.
This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance;
Warning! It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.
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.
Installation
Door Reversibility Before reversing the door, please be prepared below tools and material: straight screwdriver, cross screwdriver, spanner and the components included in the poly bag.

1.  Remove upper wire box covers.
   

2. Unscrew right top hinge cover and disconnect connectors of door switch and display.
   

3. Unscrew and remove the top hinge, and then remove the door.
   

4. Remove the right aid closer, and take out left aid closer from accessories bag and install it on left side.
   

5. Unscrew the bottom hinge. and remove the adjustable foot from the left side to the right side.
   

6. Unscrew and move the bottom hinge pin from the right side to the left side, then install the bottom hinge on the left side of the appliance.
   

7. Unscrew and move the top hinge pin from bottom side to upper side. Remove door switch from right hinge cover and then install it in left hinge cover which is placed in the accessory bag.
   

8. Unscrew and move the top decorative cover on the left side. and install it on the right side.
   

9. Detach the Fridge and the Freezer door gaskets and then attach them after rotating.

10. Install the door and then move the connecting wires from right side to left side.
    

11. Install the top hinge to the left side, please slightly adjust the top hinge while installing to make sure gasket is well sealed.

12. Connect connectors of door switch and display, and install the left top hinge cover.
    

13. Install the upper wire box covers to the right side.
    

Installation
Easy open handle installation

1.  Remove the screw hole covers.

2. Take out the easy open handle which is placed in crisper drawer, and install it.
   

3. Install the easy open handle covers.

Installation
Space Requirement

• Keep enough space for door open.
• It is advisable to keep at least 10mm gap at two sides

Note: this refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built- in appliance.
Leveling the unit
To do this adjust the two leveling feet at front of the unit. If the unit is not level, the doors and magnetic seal alignments will not be covered properly.

User interface

Using the Control Panel
1.0 User interface introduction 
1.1 Operation buttons
FRIDGE: Temperature control of the appliance
SUPER: Select and deselect super mode
ALARM/VACATION: Clear door opening alarm, select and deselect vacation mode
LOCK: Locking and unlocking
1.2 LED display

1. Display window for preset temperature
2. Super mede icon
3. Vacation mode icon
4. Locking and unlocking icon

2.0 Illustration of the buttons
All buttons are valid only in unlocking status.
Short beep after touching of buttons.
User interface
2.1 FRIDGE: Temperature control of the appliance
Available only for user-defined mode. Follow the methods below to deselect super mode and vacation mode, and then the user-defined mode is selected.
2.2 SUPER: Select and deselect super mode
Press the “SUPER” button to select super mode. After 5 seconds flashing of the super mode icon, super mode is selected.
When the super mode is selected, the super mode icon will light on, and the display window will show 2 C. In super mode, touching “ FRIDGE” button, super mode icon will flash 3 times, but the fridge temperature can not be changed.
To exit Super mode,
– Press the “SUPER” button to deselect Super mode,
– Of after 3 hours of super mode without any operation, the refrigerator will automatically stop it and enter the previous setting.
Warning:
In super mode, the noise of the appliance may be slightly higher than normal running.
2.3 ALARM/VACATION: Clear door opening alarm, select and deselect vacation mode
Short touching “ALARM/VACATION” button to clear door opening alarm.
Touching “ALARM/VACATION” button for 3 seconds to select vacation mode. After 5 seconds of flashing of vacation mode icon, vacation mode is selected.
When vacation mode is selected, vacation mode icon will light on, and the display window will show 17 C.
In vacation mode, “FRIDGE” button will not respond to any touching.
Short touching “SUPER™ button can exit vacation mode and enter super mode.
Touching “ALARM/VACATION” button for 3 seconds to deselect vacation mode.
2.4 LOCK: Locking and unlocking
Touching “LOCK” button for 3 seconds to lock the control panel, then the locking and unlocking icon willbe “ ”.
In locking status, touch any button, and the locking and unlocking icon will flash 3 times.
Touching “LOCK” button for 3 seconds to unlock the control! the panel, then the locking and unlocking icon will be
In unlocking status, all buttons are available.
if no operation in 25 seconds, the control panel will be locked automatically.
3.0 Door opening alarm
If the door keeps opening for 90 seconds, door opening alarm sounds. Close the door to stop the door opening alarm.
Or short-touching the “ALARM/VACATION” button to clear door opening alarm.

Daily Use

First use
Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand new product, then dry thoroughly.
Important Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish.

• Adjust the adjustable foot to keep the appliance stable.
• For the first usage, power on the appliance for 2~3 hours before putting in food.

Daily use
Position different food in different compartments according to below table

such as jams, juices, drinks, condiments.
• Do not store perishable foods.
Crisper drawer| • Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed separately in the crisper bin.
• Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, or garlic in the refrigerator.
Fridge shelf| • Dairy products, eggs
• Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready-to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers.

Temperature setting recommendation: 4°C is recommended.
Under recommended setting, the best storage time of the freezer is no more than 3 days.
The best storage time may reduce under other settings.
Accessories Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that the shelves can be positioned as desired.
Positioning the door balconies
Door balconies can be disassembled for cleaning. To make the disassembling as follows: gradually pull the balcony in the direction of the arrows until it comes free, after cleaning, reposition it.
Setting the humidity in the Crisper
Low humidity: move the regulator to the left
High humidity: move the regulator to the right

Daily Use
Helpful hints and tips

• It is a household refrigerator, which is suitable for short-term consumption foods storing, such as fruits, vegetables, beverages, etc.
  Do not use it as specialized equipment to store something with strict requirements of temperature, such as medicines, etc.

• Cooked food should be cooled to room temperature before putting into the appliance.

• It is advisable to seal the foods before putting into the appliance.

• Do not place food directly against the air outlet, it may block the air outlet and freeze the food.

Cleaning
For hygienic reasons the appliance interior, including interior accessories, should be cleaned regularly.
Caution! The appliance may not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse. Never clean the appliance with a steam cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components, danger of electrical shock! Hot vapors can lead to damage of plastic parts. The appliance must be dry before it is placed back into service.
Important! Ethereal oils and organic solvents can attack plastic parts, e.g. lemon juice or the juice form orange peel, butyric acid, cleanser that contains acetic acid.

• Do not allow such substances to come into contact the appliance parts.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaners
• Remove the food from the freezer. Store them in a cool place, well covered.
• Switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains, or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker of a fuse.
• Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
• After everything is dry place the appliance back into service.

Daily Use
Replace the lamp
The internal light is a LED type. To replace the lamp. please contact qualified technician.

Troubleshooting

Caution! Before troubleshooting, disconnect the power supply. Only a qualified electrician of competent person must do the troubleshooting that is not in this manual.
Important! There are some sounds during normal use (compressor, refrigerant circulation).

mains plug.
Fuse has blown or is defective| Check fuse, replace if necessary.
Socket is defective| Mains malfunctions are to be corrected by an electrician.
Appliance cools too much| Temperature is set too cold
or the appliance runs at Super modes.| Turn the temperature regulator to a warmer setting temporarily.
The food is too warm| Temperature is not properly adjusted.| Please look in the initial Temperature Setting section.
Door was open for an extended period.| Open the door only as long as necessary.
A large quantity of warm food was placed in the appliance within the last 24 hours.| Turn the temperature regulation to  a colder setting temporarily.
The appliance is near a heat source.| Please look in the installation location section.
Unusual noises| Appliance is not level.| Re-adjust the feet.
The appliance is touching the wall or other objects.| Move the appliance slightly.
A component, e.g. a pipe, on the rear of the appliance is touching another part of the appliance or the wall.| If necessary, carefully bend the component out of the way.

If the malfunction shows again, contact the Service Center. These data are necessary to help you quickly and correctly. Write the necessary data here, refer to the rating plate.

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