Hitachi R-WB640VT0 Built In Refrigerator Instruction Manual

Hitachi R-WB640VT0 Built In Refrigerator

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model: R-WB640VT0
• No frost technology
• R600a Refrigerant

Product Usage Instructions

Preparation for Use

• Warning and Caution for Safety:
  Before using the refrigerator, ensure you have read and understood the safety warnings and cautions provided in the user manual.

• Preparations before Use:
  Make sure the refrigerator is placed on a stable and level surface before plugging it in. Ensure proper ventilation around the refrigerator.

• Installation:
  Follow the installation instructions provided in the manual. Position the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and heat sources.

• Food Storage:
  Organize your food items in the designated storage areas. Refer to the manual for information on the location of different storage compartments.

Operation

• How to use the Control panel:
  Familiarize yourself with the control panel functions such as temperature settings and modes of operation.

• Name and Function of Display:
  Understand the display indicators to monitor the status of the refrigerator and adjust settings accordingly.

• Temperature Control:
  Adjust the temperature settings based on your food storage requirements. Follow the recommended temperature settings for optimal performance.

• Refrigerator / Selectable Zone / Freezer Compartment:
  Utilize the different compartments effectively for storing various types of food items. Maintain proper organization to maximize storage space.

• How to use Ice Maker:
  Follow the instructions for using the ice maker feature. Ensure proper maintenance of the ice maker for efficient ice production.

• Swing Partition Suggestion:
  Use the swing partition feature to customize storage space according to your needs. Adjust the partition as required for different-sized items.

• How to use Vacuum Compartment:
  Utilize the vacuum compartment for storing items that require airtight packaging. Follow guidelines for sealing and preserving food items effectively.

• How to remove part:
  Refer to the manual for instructions on removing and reassembling parts for cleaning or maintenance purposes.

Maintenance

• Care and Maintenance:
  Regularly clean the interior and exterior of the refrigerator using mild detergent and water. Remove any spills or stains promptly to maintain hygiene.

• Cleaning:
  Periodically clean the shelves, drawers, and other removable parts of the refrigerator. Ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembling them.

• Troubleshooting
  If you encounter any issues with the refrigerator, refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual for possible solutions. Contact the service center if needed.

• For household use only
  This refrigerator is designed for household use only. Do not use it for commercial purposes.

• R600a Refrigerant
  Handle the R600a refrigerant with care. Follow safety precautions when handling or disposing of refrigerant.

FAQ

• Q: Can I adjust the temperature settings of different compartments?
  A: Yes, you can adjust the temperature settings of individual compartments based on your food storage needs. Refer to the manual for detailed instructions.

• Q: How often should I clean my refrigerator?
  A: It is recommended to clean your refrigerator regularly, at least once a month, to maintain cleanliness and efficiency.

• Q: What should I do if I notice frost build-up inside the freezer?
  A: If frost builds up inside the freezer, defrost it following the instructions in the manual. Avoid scraping off ice manually to prevent damage to the appliance.

Thank you very much for purchasing the Hitachi refrigerator. Before installation and usage, please read the user’s guide carefully for the correct usage. Maintenance work must only be carried out at works by well-trained maintenance work.

Warning and Caution for Safety

To avoid harm to the user, other persons or damage to property, please read and follow the warnings and cautions below and those given throughout this manual.
The following warnings and cautions are categorized by the level of These symbols are shown as below clearly showing possible harm or damage that may occur from ignoring directions. the significance of directions.

• WARNING: This pictograph indicates “There is a high possibility of serious injury or death, if ignored”.
• CAUTION: This pictograph indicates “There is a high possibility of injury or damage to property, if ignored”
• This refrigerator use flammable refrigerants. The symbol column below states the precautions on flammable refrigerants.

The symbols below are examples.

This symbol denotes the precautions on flammable refrigerators.

WARNING

• When you install … To avoid fire, electric shock, and injury.
  • Do not install the refrigerator in a place where it may come in contact with water.
  • Do not install the refrigerator in a place exposed to rain.
  • This may impair electricity insulation and cause electric shock or fire.
  • Ground this refrigerator to prevent electric shock and noise interference. Always ground this refrigerator and install earth leakage circuit breaker when using it in please with high humidity or moisture. (Please consult with a retailer or Hitachi Service Center.)
• Power Cord and Power Plug … To avoid fire, electric shock.
  • Do not connect the wall outlet whose power capacity is less than the refrigerator’s. Also, do not use power sources that are not a rated voltage.
  • If a power source is shared with other appliances using double or multipoint adapters, the adapter
  • Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
  • Do not use a damaged or loose power plug or power outlet. This may cause fire or electric shock.
  • Do not cut, bend, fold the power cord to avoid fire and electric shock.
  • When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
  • Be sure to unplug the power plug before maintaining the refrigerator.
  • Be sure to hold the power plug to unplug.
• During daily use … To avoid fire, electric shock.
  • Do not splash water on or inside the refrigerator.
  • This may impair electricity insulation causing electric shock or fire.
  • This may also cause gas leakage because of pipe rust.
  • 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 concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Do not hang on the doors or step up on the various compartments.
  • Injury may be caused by the refrigerator tipping over or hands getting caught in door.
  • Do not enter in the refrigerator.
  • Connect the power plug firmly to a power outlet with the cord running down.
  • Connection of the power plug with the cord0 running up could apply stress on the cord and cause electrical short or overheat, which could result in electrical shock or fire.
  • Incomplete connection of the power plug could result in electrical shock or fire due to heat.
  • If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
  • Clean the dust on the power plug frequently with dry cloth.
  • Unplug the power plug and wipe it with dry cloth.
  • An insulation failure due to moisture or when dust collects on the power plug may cause fire.
  • Do not insert or remove the power plug with wet hands.
  • Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the refrigerator by yourself.
  • Please consult with a retailer or Hitachi Service Center if any repair is required.
  • Ether, liquid propane gas, solvent, etc. which is volatile cannot be stored in this refrigerator.
  • Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
  • Do not put water containers or foreign articles on the top of the refrigerator.
  • Opening and closing doors etc. may cause the articles on the top of the refrigerator to fall down, resulting in injury.
  • Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
  • If there the damage of refrigerant pipe happened, stay away from the refrigerator and avoid using fire and electrical appliances.
  • And, open windows to ventilate and contact retailers or Hitachi Service Center.
  • Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • In an event of a flammable gas leak, do not touch the refrigerator and open windows for ventilation.
  • Sparks from points of electrical contacts such as door switches may ignite explosions causing fire or a burn.
  • Do not use the refrigerator in the atmosphere of flammable gas.
  • Do not make an impact on the glass-made doors or shelves.
  • They are made of tempered glass, however, an excess impact may be result in breakage and is dangerous.
  • If you find something wrong with the refrigerator, immediately unplug and consult with the retailers or Hitachi Service Center.
• When discarding the refrigerator.
  • When discarding the refrigerator, remove the door gaskets.
  • To avoid a risk of an infant or child to be entrapped inside.
  • Medicines, chemicals, research and Experimental substances should not be stored in the refrigerator.
  • Substances that require precise conditions for storage cannot be stored in a domestic refrigerator.
  • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
  • Children getting inside may not be able to get out.
  • Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervisor.
  • 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 use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  • Children shall not play with the appliance.
  • Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliance.
  • Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure clear of obstruction.
  • Follow the instructions of your region when discarding.
  • This refrigerator uses R-600a for the refrigerant and cyclopentane for the blowing agent of the urethane heat insulation.

CAUTION

• During daily use …To avoid illness and injury.
  • Do not put bottles, etc. forcibly in the door pockets.
  • This may cause bottles to drop down or door pockets to come off.
  • Do not store food which smells or food whose color is changed abnormal.
  • Such an action may cause diseases.
  • Food and containers inside the freezer compartment should not be touched with wet hands.
  • This may cause frost injury. (Especially in case of metal items.)
  • Do not hold the top, bottom and side of the doors when closing them.
  • This may result in your fingers being caught by the door edge.
  • If someone else is using the refrigerator, do not open the door.
  • Fingers may get caught in the spaces between the doors and may cause injury.
  • Do not have food items protruding over the front edge of each shelf.
  • Doors may not be closed properly or the door pockets may drop down. Injury may be caused from items like bottles getting knocked over your feet.
  • Do not store glass bottles in the freezer compartment.
  • Bottles may break by the contents freezing and cause injury.
  • Do not put your hands into the base surface of the refrigerator cabinet.
  • When cleaning, putting your hands near the base surface of the frigerator may result in injury by thin metal sheets.
  • Be sure to hold the handle firmly to open or close the door.
  • Do not have your feet too close when opening the door of the refrigerator.
  • When opening the door, your feet may be hit, resulting in injury.
• When moving or carrying … To avoid damaging, wetting, soiling the floor, or to avoid injury.
  • Use the carrying handle when carrying the refrigerator.
  • Hold the carrying handles only. If hold door handles, hands may slip and may cause injury.
  •  Carry the refrigerator by at least 4 persons for safety reasons.
  • Carry it with the doors facing upward.
  • Before carrying the refrigerator:
  1. Take out all food items and ice cubes.
  2. Lay a protective sheet or cloth to protect the floor from damage and catch remaining water spilled from the refrigerator.
  3. With a large piece of old cloth underneath, tilt the refrigerator backward to drain water.
  4. Finally carry the refrigerator with the doors facing upward.
  • Secure the doors well with adhesive tapes so they do not open.
  • If transporting in a vehicle, do not load the refrigerator on its side. This could damage the compressor.
• When replacing lamps (LED) is required.
  • When lamps (LED) need to be replaced, please contact Hitachi Service Center.
  • Do not use door handles when carrying the refrigerator.
  • Never use the carrying handles to hang up with a chain hoist or similar machines.
  • On a floor that is easily scratched, do not move the refrigerator with the wheels of refrigerator.
  • The wheels may scratch the floor.
  • For a floor that may be easily scratched, lay a protective mat, etc..

Preparations before Use

Installation

1. Install on a rigid and level floor.
2. Please use this refrigerator between the room temperature of 10°C to 43°C Sufficient performance may not be obtained, if room temperature is too low or too high.
3. Do not install where the refrigerator is exposed to direct sunlight or other heat source.
4. Install in an atmosphere which is dry or has air ventilation.
5. The refrigerator requires enough air ventilation space around the cabinet to have efficient cooling performance. Space of at least 100 mm over the top, 100 mm at rear and 70 mm at both sides for proper air circulation is needed.
6. Ground the refrigerator to prevent electric shock and noise interference. Always ground this refrigerator when using it in place with high humidity or moisture. (Please consult with retailers or Hitachi Service Center.)
7. Adjusting the adjustable legs to keep the left/right refrigerator door level,
   • Without adjusting the legs, door height may not be level, or there may be abnormal vibration or noises depending on floor conditions. Follow the instructions below.
   • Turn the adjustable legs until they touch the floor firmly.

Beginning

1. After transporting: If Refrigerator has been kept horizontal position for more than 10 minutes for transportation or any other reasons, it should stand upright for more than 1 hour before plugging it in.
2. Cleaning inside the refrigerator. Wipe the surface gently with soft cloth.
3. Connect the refrigerator to an exclusive wall power outlet. The refrigerator can be connected to an outlet soon after it is installed. Surely use with the rated voltage and exclusive power outlet.
4. The compressor will start running in approximately 30 seconds, if inside is not cold.
5. Allow enough duration for sufficient cooling before storing food. It may take about 4 hours to fully cool down and could even take about 24 hours when the ambient temperature is high.
6. Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.

Food storage

1. Keep enough space between food. Several food placed too close together may obstruct the flow of cold air.
2. Make food cool enough before putting it in the refrigerator. Putting warm food in the refrigerator raises the inside temperature and wastes electricity.
3. Do not block the cold air vent. This will adversely affect the cold air flow and may not keep the temperature inside even. Moreover, it could result in food near the vent freezing.
4. Using plastic wrap or sealed containers prevent the food from drying or transition of smells.
5. Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.

Location of Food Storage

NOTICE

• Above temperatures are the approximate values in the conditions of outside temperature 32°C, the temperature setting of the refrigerator compartment “Normal’’, freezer compartment “Normal’’,doors being closed and without food storage.
• Door pocket temperatures may be slightly higher than above temperatures.
• The specification of your purchased model may be different from one of the above illustration.
• One-, two- and three-start compartment are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
• Two-start frozen-food compartment are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.

How to use the Control Panel

Name and Function of Display

Temperature Control

Other Functions

How to use temperature control 9 step

Door Alarm and ECO Alarm Function
If the door is left open for more than 1 minute, the alarm system will inform the user by the sound and digital display.

• Door Alarm: Informs by Peep Peep Peep sound.
• Eco Alarm Display: Indicates the door opening state on the control panel.

Quick Cooling When you want to cool food or drinks quickly, use this function.

Quick Freezing When you want to freeze food or make ice quickly, use this function.

Vacuum The display switches in sequence as shown below every time the button is touched. The temperature is set to “-1°C ” at default.

Energy Saving Recommend to use this function in case of low storage volume, or a long vacation when the doors are not opened for long time.

NOTICE

• In case the compartment temperature rises up, the operation will be back to a normal setting temporarily.
• After a long time operation of “Energy Saving”, in some cases, fatty ice cream, etc, may become soft. Please stop “Energy Saving” operation in this case.
• If you Touch “Quick Feezing” or “Quick Cooling” button during “Energy Saving ” operation, “Energy Saving” operation will be done after “Quick Freezing” or “Quick Cooling” operation finished.

Ice Maker First, check whether the Automatic Ice Maker is in operation.
The Ice Preparation Time shown is the average time to make ice when the ambient temperature is 32°C and the door is not opened and closed and temperature setting “narmal”.

NOTICE

• When using the “Ice Maker” for the first time, discard the first 2 glasses of ice cubes for cleaning
• If you do not intend to use the Automatic Ice Maker, manually cancel its operation.
• Ice cannot be made until the interior of the refrigerator is sufficiently cool. It may take 24 hours or longer to make ice for the first time after installation. Normally, however, it only takes 2 to 3 hours to make 8(eight) ice cubes.
• The Ice Making Time will be longer in the following situations.
  1. When the door is frequently opened and closed
  2. When a large amount of food is placed inside the refrigerator at the same time
  3. After “Ice Tray Cleaning” has been run
  4. When there is a power outage
  5. During winter, or when the surrounding temperature is low

Child Lock You can prevent mischief of all the buttons on the control panel caused by children.

How to use Dry-Vegetable case

Refrigerator/Slectable Zone/Freezer Compartment

How to use the Ice Maker

1. Remove the water tank.
   • Hold the handle and pull the water tank towards yourself.
2. Slide the cover and fill the tank with water.
   • Fill with water up to the “Full” line.
3. Carry the water tank by the handle with care.
   • When carrying the water tank, place one hand below the tank for horizontal stability.
4. Insert the water tank until it stops.
   • If the water tank is not inserted all the way, water will not be supplied to the Automatic Ice Maker. This will prevent these features from functioning properly.

CAUTION
Do not fill the Water Tank with anything other than water. (Filling the Water Tank with fluids such as juice, sports drinks, tea, or hot water can damage your refrigerator. The Water Tank can withstand temperatures up to 50

NOTICE

• Germs can multiply quickly when filtered water, dechlorinated water, mineral water, or boiled water is used in the Water Tank. Be sure to thoroughly clean the Water Tank regularly.
• Change the water in the Water Tank once a week.
• When not using the Water Tank for extended periods of time, thoroughly clean and dry the water tank and reinstall it to its place in the refrigerator.
• The capacity of the Water Tank is approx. 3.0 liters.
• For a first installed, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and make ice.
• Ice maker will stop automatically when ice bank is full and start again automatically when ice cubes in the ice bank is reducing or empty.
• It is normal that a noise is generated when ice made or ice dropped into the ice bank.

Swing Partition Suggestion

• Do not hold the swing partition while opening or closing the letf door. Otherwise, other parts may collapse.
• Whenever the door is opened, the swing partition will close automatically. While the door is closed, the swing partition will open. Please follow as usual. The swing partition and the swing stopper hit each other, the door will not close.
• In order to prevent the dew, there is a heater installed inside to heat up the swing partition. Due to this heater, the temperature of the swing partition is hot (the swing partition is not defective though it is hot).
• This is not abnormal when you feel heavy while opening or closing the left door which is installed with the swing partition.

How to use the Vacuum Compartment

WARNING
Vacuum pump will work when the handle of the vacuum compartment and the door of refrigerator are closed only. When the vacuum pump starts working, there will be loud noise which is not unusual at all. From the vacuum pump stats working until the case becomes vacuumed, it takes around 2 minutes. If the door of the vacuum case opened before 2 minutes, You may not hear the “Whoosh…” sound. Thus, please check the vacuum system after waiting for longer than 2 minutes. Since the vacuum case generates coolness indirectly, it need more time to cool food than other cases.

How to remove part

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning
WARNING Make sure to unplug the power plug when maintaining the refrigerator.

When dirt is found Wipe off it immediately. It is recommended to clean the hidden places once a year.

Ice maker

• WARNING
  Do not touch the mechanical parts of the automatic ice maker. (Touching these parts might result in injury.)

Vacuum Compartment

1. Pull the vacuum box out In order to take the products stored in vacuum box, pull the vacuum box out.
2. For the following part, clean it with a piece of cloth soaked in warm water.
3. Assembly of Vacuum Box Case Assembly Attach Vacuum Box Case with the core of Vacuum Box Door.

Cleaning once a month

CAUTION

• If the detergent or any product other than warm water is used for cleaning Vacuum Box gasket, there may be effects in terms of deformation, color change or loss vacuum property.
• If Vacuum Box gasket is dropping or Vacuum Box Door not well aligned, there may be the loss of vacuum property.

When Vacuum Box gasket is dirty.

1. Disassembly of Vacuum Box gasket out off Vacuum Box Case. Facing the Vacuum Box, twist the knob of the Vacuum Box gasket on top right and carefully remove.
2. Wipe gently with sponge on the stain with plain water.
3. Wipe water out with dry cloth and leave the part until it is naturally dried.
4. Assemble Vacuum Box gasket, twist the knob to align with the gasket track, deliberately assemble.

Water tank
In order to prevent grime and hard water stains from building up, make sure to rinse the Water Tank once a week.

1. How to open the Lid.
2. How to Close the Lid.

In order to prevent grime and hard water stains from building up, make sure to rinse the Water Filter once per week.

1. Pull the Case to remove it from the lid.
2. Pull the tab to remove the Water.
3. Use a soft sponge to clean the Water Filter.

NOTICE

• If the Automatic Ice Maker is not set to “Stop,” the water pump may make sounds occasionally. This is not a malfunction.
• Slide the lid in back-end first in the direction of the arrows to close the lid.
• Replace the Water Filter when it wears out. Water Filters need replacing every 3 to 4 years.
• Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h;flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.

Troubleshooting

Before you call for service, please check the following items:

breaker.
| ●  Is the refrigerator placed in the direct sunlight?| ●  Do not install the refrigerator in a place where it may come in contact with sunlight.

● Touch “Refrigerator” button to normal or coldest.

●  Keep enough space between food.

●  Should close the door firmly closed.

●  Do not install the refrigerator in a place where it may come in contact with heat sources.

● Make food cool enough before putting in the refrigerator

●  Do not open & close the door too frequently.

| ●  Is the temperature set to “Cold”?
The refrigerator does not get cold enough.| ●  Is the food stored too much?

●  Is the door slightly opened?

●  Is the refrigerator placed near heat sources?

| ●  Has anything hot been placed in the refrigerator?
| ●  Is the door opened and closed too frequently?
Food in the refrigerator compartment freezes.| ● Is the temperature set to “Coldest”?

● Do you place food with moisture or vegetables nearby the cold air vent? It will be frozen if it is is placed nearby the cold air vent.

| ●  Touch “Refrigerator” button to narmal or cold.

●   Keep enough space between food,Do not block the cold air vent.

Dew appears Outside| ● When the ambient humidity is too high, the door gasket may have dew. Please wipe it up with dry cloth.| ●  See content “ Dew or frost is generated” .
Dew appears Inside| Please wipe it off with dry cloth and please check the details below.

● Is the door closed firmly?

●  Is the door opened and closed too frequently or opened for a long time?

●  Is it too humid outside?

| ●  See content “ Dew or frost is generated” .
The inside is smelling.| ●  Do you store food with odor without warpping it?| ●  Using food wrap or sealed containers.
The refrigerator is noisy| ●  Make sure the refrigerator is installed frimly.

●  Is the refrigerator touching the wall?

| ●  Should be install the refrigerator by following the preparing instruction manual.

The Control Panel does not respond:

activated?

●  Is Refrigerator the compartment Door open? Operate after closing it.

●  Is there water or dirt on the Control Panel?

●  Are you wearing gloves or applying a plaster? Touch directly with your finger.

● Are you touching a next button? Touch only one button at a time.

| ●  See content “How to use the control panel”
The Control Panel is unlit.| ● Approximately 30 seconds after the end of operation, Indicator LEDs become unlit.| ●  See content “How to use the control panel”
The Control Panel display keeps changing| –| ●  This indicates that the refrigerator is running is

store-display mode.

●  The refrigerator will not cool while running in

store-display mode.

●  Turn off the store-display mode by

1. Power off and Power on the refrigerator again.

2. After that the refrigerator will return to normal mode.

This is not a malfunction of the refrigerator:

equipped with the dew prevention and heat radiation tubes. The back and side plates may be heated especially when starting up or if the door is frequently opened and closed.
If a door is shut, other doors may open.| –| ● The two compartments are connected with an air duct. When closing one of the doors, the other door may be opened by the air pressure through the duct. This is a normal phenomenon.
Does the refrigerator make any abnormal noises (sound)?| –| ●  The sound like water flowing and boiling water is the sound of the cooling liquid (refrigerant).

● A creaking sound comes from the storage compartment. It is the sound caused by friction of the parts due to temperature change.

There are waving and / or distortions on the door surface, the side and the top surface of the refrigerator.| –| ● Slight waving and/or distortions are generated in the manufacturing process of the refrigerator. They may be conspicuous according to the position of the light source and/or the brightness etc., but there is no problem with the performance.

This is not a malfunction of the refrigerator:

that the operation sound is loud because the compressor operates in high-speed under the following conditions: the refrigerator does not cool fully on the occasion such as using it for the first time, opening/closing the door frequently, the surrounding temperature is high.
The sound becomes more quiet after cooling fully.
The compressor operates at low speed at night, or during long vacations or absence.
Operation sound lasts long.| –| ●  It is because the compressor operates in low-speed for conserving energy
Operation sound sometimes becomes louder.| –| ●  It is because the system changes the operating power of he refrigerator according to the temperature change.

There is something strange with the Vacuum compartment.

Dew or Frost is generated

Why frost and dew are generated?

Service Center

• Before you request repair, please check the refrigerator well according to page number 13-14. If it is still abnormal, please contact the retailer of purchase or the following service center.
  Customer Service Center
  Beko A&NZ Pty Ltd
  55 Blanck Street, Ormeau, QLD 4208 Official Distributor of Hitachi Home Appliances
  Phone: 1300 470 552
  Web: www.hitachi-homeappliances.com/au-en/

• Telephone number is subject to change without notice.

About Non-fluorocarbon refrigerator

• This refrigerator, including refrigerant and the heat insulator, is using hydrocarbon (non-fluorocarbon). The hydrocarbon is a material that does not rip up the ozone and has very little influence on global warming. It is the global environment concern material).
• R600a refrigerant is flammable. But the refrigerant is sealed up by the refrigerant circuit, and never leaks by usual use. In case of the refrigerant circuit being damaged by any chance, please avoid using fire or electric products, open the window and ventilate. Afterwards, please contact Hitachi Service Center.

Sever warning signs for Disposal
Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in insulation material require a special disposal procedure. Please contact your local authorities in regard to the environmentally safe disposal of this product.

This symbol mark means that used electrical and electronic products shall not be mixed with general household waste. Do not try to dismantle the system and unit by yourself as this could have harmful effects on your health and the environment. Refrigerators must be treated at a specialized treatment facility for recycling and recovery and shall not be disposed of in the municipal waste stream. Please contact the installer, dealer or local authority for more information.

References

• Australia : Arçelik-Hitachi Home Appliances

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