REX RDTF24/7C Fridge Freezer User Manual

RDTF24/7C Fridge Freezer
User Manual

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’s 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 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not 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 for storing food and beverages only.

• This appliance is designed for single-household domestic use in an indoor environment.

• This appliance may be used in, offices, hotel guest rooms, bed & breakfast guest rooms, farm guest houses, and other similar accommodations where such use does not exceed (average) domestic usage levels.

• 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 mold 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 into 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.
• 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 multiplug 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 main 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 main cable must stay below the level of the main 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 main cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

Use

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

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

• 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 put soft drinks in the freezer compartment. This will create pressure on the drink container.
• 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.
• Do not remove or touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are wet or damp.
• Do not freeze again food that has been thawed.
• Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of frozen food.
• Wrap the food in any food contact material before putting it in the freezer compartment.

Internal lighting
WARNING! Risk of electric shock.

• This product contains one or more light sources of energy efficiency class E.
  • 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 nonprofessional 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,  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 main supply.
• Cut off the main 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

Space required in use ²

¹ the height, width, and depth of the appliance without the handle
² 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

³ 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
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.
To ensure the appliance’s best functionality, you should not install the appliance in a nearby 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.

This appliance should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated indoor position.
To ensure the 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.

CAUTION! If you position the appliance against the wall, use the 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 the door hinges are to provide enough space to open the door when the internal equipment is removed (e.g. when cleaning).

This appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures 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.

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.

Leveling
When placing the appliance make sure that it stands level. This can be achieved by two adjustable feet at the bottom in front.

Rear spacers
In the bag with the documentation, there are two spacers that must be fitted as shown in the figure.
If you position the appliance against a wall in a freestanding installation, install the rear spacers in order to guarantee the maximum possible distance.

Door reversibility
Reversing the door swing is not possible.

OPERATION

Switching on and off
To switch on the appliance, insert the plug into the wall socket.

When the appliance is switched on for the first time, the interior light may turn on after a one-minute delay due to opening tests.
To disable all the functions, activate the Standby mode. Refer to the “Standby mode” section.

To switch off the appliance, unplug it.

Temperature regulation
The temperature is regulated automatically. However, you can set a temperature inside the appliance yourself. Turn the temperature regulator to a higher position to lower the temperature inside the appliance.

Thermostat settings:

• 1 – 2: for short-term storage of food in the freezer compartment.
• 3 – 4: for long-term storage of food in the freezer compartment.
• 5 – MAX: for freezing fresh food. Once the food in the freezer compartment is fully frozen, reset the thermostat to its original position.

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.

DAILY USE

Removing and installing the door shelf
To remove the door shelf:

1. Hold the left side of the shelf.

2. Lift the right side of the shelf until it comes free from the fastener.

3. Lift the left side of the shelf and remove it.

To put the shelf back in:

1. Place the shelf flat on the door.
2. Push two sides of the shelf downwards at the same time so that the shelf fits both fasteners.

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

To ensure correct air circulation, do not move the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer.

Vegetable drawer
There is a special drawer in the bottom part of the appliance suitable for the storage of fruits and vegetables.

Fan
The refrigerator compartment is equipped with a device that allows rapid cooling of food and keeps a more uniform temperature in the compartment.

This device activates automatically when needed.
Do not block the air inlet and outlet openings when storing food, otherwise, air circulation provided by the fan will be impaired.

Freezing fresh food
The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deep-frozen food for a long time.
Store the fresh food evenly distributed on the glass shelf in the freezer compartment.
The maximum amount of food that can be frozen without adding other fresh food for 24 hours is specified on the rating plate (a label located inside the appliance).

Storage of frozen food
CAUTION! In the event of accidental defrosting, for example, due to a power failure, if the power has been off for longer than the value shown on rating plate under “rising  time”, the defrosted food must be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then cooled and then re-frozen.

Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to being used, can be thawed in the refrigerator compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation.
Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer: in this case, cooking will take longer.

Ice-cube tray

This appliance is equipped with one or more trays for the production of ice cubes.
Do not use metallic instruments to remove the trays from the freezer compartment.

HINTS AND TIPS

Hints for energy saving

• Freezer: The internal configuration of the appliance is the one that ensures the most efficient use of energy.
• Fridge: Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance and shelves evenly distributed. The position of the door bins does not affect energy consumption.
• Do not open the door frequently or leave it open longer than necessary.
• Freezer: The colder the temperature setting, the higher the energy consumption.
• Fridge: Do not set too high a 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 a higher temperature to allow automatic defrosting and to save energy this way.
• Ensure good ventilation. Do not cover the ventilation grilles or holes.
• Do not use space between the load limit line and the door.
• Make sure that food products inside the appliance allow air circulation through dedicated holes in the rear interior of the appliance.

Hints for freezing

• Before freezing wrap and seal fresh food in aluminum foil, plastic film or bags, and airtight containers with lids.
• For more efficient freezing and thawing divide food into small portions.
• It is recommended to put labels and dates on all your frozen food. This will help to identify foods and to know when they should be used before their deterioration.
• The food should be fresh when frozen to preserve good quality. Especially fruits and vegetables should be frozen after the harvest to preserve all of their nutrients.
• Do not freeze bottles or cans with liquids, in particular drinks containing carbon dioxide – they may explode during freezing.
• Do not put hot food in the freezer compartment. Cool it down at room temperature before placing it inside the compartment.
• To avoid an increase in temperature of already frozen food, do not place fresh unfrozen food directly next to it. Place food at room temperature in the part of the freezer compartment where there is no frozen food.
• Do not eat ice cubes, water ices, or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer. Risk of frostbites.
• Do not re-freeze defrosted food. If the food has defrosted, cook it, cool it down, and then freeze it.

Hints for storage of frozen food

• The freezer compartment is the one marked with .

• The medium temperature setting ensures good preservation of frozen food products.
  Higher temperature settings inside the appliance may lead to shorter shelf life.

• The whole freezer compartment is suitable for the storage of frozen food products.

• Leave enough space around the food to allow air to circulate freely.

• For adequate storage refer to the food packaging label to see the shelf life of the food.

• It is important to wrap the food in such a way that prevents water, humidity, or condensation from getting inside.

Shopping tips
After grocery shopping:

• Ensure that the packaging is not damaged – the food could deteriorate. If the package is swollen or wet, it might have not been stored in the optimal conditions, and defrosting may have already started.
• To limit the defrosting process buy frozen goods at the end of your grocery shopping and transport them in a thermal and insulated cool bag.
• Place the frozen foods immediately in the freezer after coming back from the shop.
• If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it. Consume it as soon as possible.
• Respect the expiry date and the storage information on the package.

Shelf life for freezer compartment

Dairy food:
Butter
Soft cheese (e.g. mozzarella)
Hard cheese (e.g. parmesan, cheddar)| 6 – 9
3 – 4
6
Seafood:
Fatty fish (e.g. salmon, mackerel)
Lean fish (e.g. cod, flounder)
Shrimps
Shucked clams and mussels
Cooked fish| 2 – 3
4 – 6
12
3 – 4
1 – 2
Meat:
Poultry
Beef
Pork
Lamb
Sausage
Ham
Leftovers with meat| 9 – 12
6 – 12
4 – 6
6 – 9
1 – 2
1 – 2
2 – 3

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

• The medium temperature setting ensures good preservation of fresh food.
  Higher temperature settings inside the appliance may lead to a 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 flavors or odors 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

• The fresh food compartment is the one marked (on the rating plate) .
• Meat (all types): wrap in 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 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 aluminum 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.
• 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.

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

1. Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.
2. Remove all food.
3. Clean the appliance and all accessories.
4. Leave the doors 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 main socket.| Connect a different electrical 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.| The temperature is set incorrectly.| Refer to the “Operation” 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 the “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 the “Closing the door” section.
The door is misaligned or interferes with the ventilation grill.| The appliance is not leveled.| Refer to the installation instructions.
The door does not open easily.| You attempted to re-open the door immediately after  closing.| Wait a few seconds between closing and re-opening of the door.
The lamp does not work.| The lamp is in stand-by mode.| Close and open the door.
The lamp is defective.| Contact the nearest Authorized Service Centre.
There is too much frost and ice.| The door is not closed correctly.| Refer to the “Closing the door” section.
The gasket is deformed or dirty.| Refer to the “Closing the door” section.
Food products are not wrapped properly.| Wrap the food products better.
The temperature is set incorrectly.| Refer to the “Operation” chapter.
The appliance is fully loaded and is set to the lowest temperature.| Set a higher temperature. Refer to the “Operation” chapter.
The temperature set in the appliance is too low and the ambient temperature is too high.| Set a higher temperature. Refer to the “Operation” chapter.
Water flows on the rear plate of the refrigerator.| During the automatic defrosting process, frost melts on the rear plate.| This is correct. Dry the water with a soft cloth.
There is too much con‐
dense water on the rear
wall of the refrigerator.| The door was open too frequently.| Open the door only when necessary.
The door was not closed completely.| Make sure the door is closed completely.
Stored food was not wrapped.| Wrap food in suitable packaging before storing it in the
appliance.
Water flows on the floor.| The melting water outlet is not connected to the evaporative tray above the compressor.| Attach the melting water outlet to the evaporative tray.
The temperature in the appliance is too low/too high.| The temperature is not set correctly.| Set a higher/lower temperature.
The door is not closed correctly.| Refer to the “Closing the door” section.
The food products’ temperature is too high.| Let the food product’s temperature decrease to room temperature before storage.
Many food products are stored at the same time. The door has been opened often.| Storeless food products at the same time.
Open the door only if necessary.

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.
Only service is allowed to replace the lighting device. Contact your Authorised Service Centre.

Closing the door

1. Clean the door gaskets.
2. If necessary, adjust the door. Refer to the “Installation” chapter.
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

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 symbols of household waste.
Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.

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