LORD R6 Refrigerator User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: LORD

LORD R6 Refrigerator

LORD-R6-Refrigerator

Dear customer:
Thank you for buying this upright freezer. To ensure that you get the best results from your new freezer, please take time to read through the simple instructions in this booklet.
Please ensure that the packing material is disposed of in accordance with the current environmental requirements.
When disposing of any Freezer equipment please contact your local waste disposal department for advice on safe disposal.
This appliance must be only used for its intended purpose. This appliance is intended to be used in household.

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 import ant to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instruct ions 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 user’s instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by omission.
Children and vulnerable people’s safety

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and know ledge if they have been given super vision or instruction concerning use oft he appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload this appliance.
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 from 8 years and above and supervised.
Keep all packaging well away from children. There is risk of suffocation.
If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the connect ion cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the door to prevent playing children to suffer electric shock or to close 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 lack 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! 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 other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers) inside of refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved fort his purpose by the manufacture.
WARNING! Do no touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long period of time because it could be very hot. (If there is alight in the compartment.)
WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING! Do not locate multiple port able socket-out let s or portable power suppliers at the rear of the appliance.

Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
The refrigerant isobutane (R-600a) is contained with in the refrigerant circuit oft he 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 oft he 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. 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 usable for domestic lighting. (If there is a light in the compartment.)

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 oft he appliance.
Do not pull the mains 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 betaken when moving it.
Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if you 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 w all.
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 manufactures storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
Do not place carbonated of 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.

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions

Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments oft he appliance.
Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
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.*
Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.*
Two – star frozen-food compartments (if they are presented in the appliance) are suit able for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice-cream and making ice cubes.*
One-, two -and three- star compartments (if they are presented in the appliance) are not suitable fort he freezing of fresh food.*
If the appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry and leave the door open to prevent mount developing within 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 in the bottom oft he appliance. (If there is a fresh-food storage compartment.)*

Installation

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

Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages 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, con-denser) 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 don’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 too long time.
Don’t set the thermostat on exceeding cold temperatures.
All accessories, such as drawers, shelves balconies, should be kept there for lower energy consumption.

Environment Protection

This appliance does not contain gasses which 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 according to the appliance regulations to obtain from your local authorities. Avoid damaging t he cooling unit, especially t he heat ex changer.
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 the recycling of 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

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

WARNING! During use, service, and disposal of the appliance, please pay attention to symbols similar to the left side, which is located on the rear of the appliance (rear panel or compressor) and with yellow or orange color.
It’s a risk of fire warning symbol. There are flammable materials in refrigerant pipes and compressors.
Please be far away from fire sources during use, service, and disposal.

OVERVIEW

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Small door shelf
Door shelf/bottle compartment
Screw-on feet, x2
Refrigerator floor
Wire rack
Defrost water drain
Cleaning rod
Defrost water container
Polystyrene block
Insulation
Mains cord with mains plug
Temperature controller
Rear of refrigerator

NOTE: Above picture is for reference only.

REVERSE DOOR

Tool required: Philips screwdriver, Flat bladed screwdriver, Hexagonal spanner.

Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty.
To take the door off, it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit on something solid so that it will not slip during the door reversing process.
All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.
Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system.
It’s better that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.

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Remove the top right hinge cover.
Undo the screws. Then remove the hinge bracket
Remove the top left screw cover.
Move the core cover from left side to right side. And then lift the upper door and place it on a padded surface to prevent it from scratching.
Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge pin, turn the bracket over and replace it.
Refit the bracket fitting the bottom hinge pin. Replace both adjustable feet.
Place the door back on. Ensure the door is aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the top hinge.
Insert the hinge bracket and screw it to the top of the unit.
Use a spanner to tighten it if necessary.
Put the hinge cover and the screw cover back.
Detach the Fridge and the Freezer door gaskets and then attach them after rotating.

Install door handle

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Space Requirement
Keep enough space of door open.

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A	440
B	470
C	510
D	min = 50
E	min = 50
F	min = 50
G	880
H	910

Leveling the unit

To do this adjust the two levelling feet at front of the unit.
If the unit is not level, the doors and magnetic seal alignments will not be covered properly. LORD-R6-Refrigerator-7

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 levelling is ensured by one or more adjustable feet at the base of the cabinet.
WARNING! It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply; the plug must therefore be easily accessible after installation.
This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

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.

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.

DAILY USE

Temperature setting recommendation

Temperature Setting Recommendation

Environment Temperature| Freezer compartment| Fridge compartment

Summer

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| | Set on 2 ~ 3

Normal

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| | Set on 2 ~ 3

Winter

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| | ****

Set on 1 ~ 2

The information above give users a recommendation of the temperature setting.

Impact on Food Storage

Under Recommended setting, the best storage time of fridge is no more than 3 days.
The best storage time may reduce under other settings.

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

Refrigerator compartments	Type of food

Door or balconies of fridge compartment

| • Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, drinks, condiments.

• Do not store perishable foods.

Crisper drawer (salad drawer)

| • Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed

separately in the crisper bin.

• Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in

the refrigerator.

Fridge shelf – middle| • Dairy products, eggs

Fridge shelf – top

| • Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready-

to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers.

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.

Temperature Setting

Plug on your appliance. The internal temperature is controlled by a thermostat. There are 6 (8) settings. 1 is warmest setting and 5 (7) is coldest setting and 0 is off.
The appliance may not operate at the correct temperature if it is in a particularly hot or if you open the door often.

Daily use
Movable shelves
All shelves are able to by moved to suitable positions.

Positioning the door shelves
In order to storage food or beverage with different size, the door shelves can be placed at different height. Follow below process to adjust the shelves.

Step 1: Pull the shelf to be free.
Step 2: Select suitable position and press the shelf to two convex plates until it is totally blocked.

Vegetable Drawer
The drawer is suitable for storing fruit and vegetables. It can be pull out freely.

Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to be used, can be thawed in the fridge compartment or at room temperature. Place the frozen food in a dish or bowl to avoid the flowing of condensate water when thaw it in the compartment. This refrigerating appliance is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs.

Helpful hints and tips

Hints for fresh food refrigeration
To obtain the best performance:

Do not store warm food or evaporating liquids in the refrigerator.
Do cover or wrap the food, particularly if it has a strong flavor.
Position food so that air can circulate freely around it.

Hints for refrigeration
Useful hints:

Meat (All Types): Wrap in polythene bags and place on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer. For safety, store in this way only one or two days at the most.
Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.: These should by covered and may be placed on any shelf.
Fruit and vegetables: These should by thoroughly cleaned and placed in the vegetable drawer.
Butter and cheese: These should by placed in special airtight containers or wrapped in aluminium foil or polythene bags to execute as much air as possible.
Milk bottles: These should have a cap and should be stored in the bottle rack on the door. Bananas, potatoes, onions and garlic, if not packed, must not be kept in the refrigerator.

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 the 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 contain 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 fuse.
Clean the appliance and the interior accessories with a cloth and lukewarm water. After cleaning wipe with fresh water and rub dry.
Accumulation of dust at the condenser increases energy consumption. For this reason carefully clean the condenser at the back of the appliance once a year with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. (If the condenser is at back of appliance.)
After everything is dry place appliance back into service.

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).

Problem	Possible cause	Solution

Appliance does not work.

| Temperature regulation knob is set at number “0“.| Set knob at other number to switch on the appliance.
Mains plug is not plugged in or is loose.| Insert 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.

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.
Appliance cools too much.|

Temperature is set too cold.

| Turn the temperature regulation knob to a warmer setting temporarily.
Problem| Possible cause| Solution
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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.

Authorized service center contact information can be found at www.lord.eu.
Spare parts can also be ordered at the authorized service center.
According to the respective ecodesign regulation, spare parts can be obtained from the authorized service center for at least 7 or 10 years (based on the spare part type) since the last appliance model item has been placed on the market of European Economic Area.
Please have the identification mark of the model and the serial number at hand before contacting the authorized service center.
The identification mark of the model and the serial number of the product can be found at the rating label placed on the outside surface at the rear of the appliance.
We recommend that you write the data from the production label into this manual before you place the appliance to the place where it will be operated to facilitate finding the data later.

PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET

Supplier’s name or trade mark: LORD

Total volume (dm3 or l)

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40

emissions (dB(A) re 1 pW)

| 39| Airborne acoustical noise emission class| C
Annual energy consumption (kWh/a)| 79| Climate class:| Temperate/ Subtropical
Minimum ambient temperature (°C), for which the refrigerating appliance is suitable| ****

16

| Maximum ambient temperature (°C), for which the refrigerating appliance is suitable| ****

38

Winter setting| No
Compartment Parameters:

Compartment type

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Compartment Volume (dm3 or l)

| Recommended temperature setting for optimised food storage (°C)| ****

Freezing capacity (kg/24 h)

| Defrosting type (auto- defrost =

A, manual

defrost = M)

Pantry| No| —| +14, +20| —| —
Wine storage| No| —| +5, +20| —| —
Cellar| No| —| +2, +14| —| —
Fresh food| Yes| 40| 0, +4| —| M
Chill| No| —| -3, 3| —| —
0-star or ice- making| No| —| 0| —| —
1-star| No| —| -6| —| —
2-star| No| —| -12| —| —
3-star| No| —| -18| —| —
4-star| No| —| -18| —| —
2-star section| No| —| -12| —| —
Variable temperature compartment| ****

No

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For 4-star compartments
Fast freeze facility| No
Type of light source| Not check
Energy efficiency class| Not check
Minimum duration of the guarantee offered by the manufacturer: 24 months
Additional information:
Weblink to the manufacturer‘s website, where the information in point4(a) Annex of Commission Regulation (EU)2019/2019 is found:www.lord.eu