SHARP SJ-TE400E0W-EU Fridge-Freezers User Manual

SHARP SJ-TE400E0W-EU Fridge-Freezers User Manual

Your fridge freezer conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of damage, read this manual carefully before using your fridge freezer for the first time.

It contains important safety information on the installation, safety, use and maintenance of your fridge freezer. Retain this manual for future use.

  FIRE
Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials

CHAPTER -1: GENERAL WARNINGS

WARNING: Keep the ventilation openings of the Fridge clear from obstruction.
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
WARNING: Do not use other electrical appliances inside the Fridge.
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury or damage this appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.

The small quantity of refrigerant used in this fridge is ecofriendly R600a (an isobutene) and is flammable and explosive if ignited in enclosed conditions.

• While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the cooler gas circuit.

• Do not store any containers with flammable materials, such as spray cans or fire extinguisher refill cartridges in the vicinity of the fridge.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as;
  –staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments which can be equated with ordinary household
  –farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments which can be equated with ordinary household
  –bed and breakfast type environments which can be equated with ordinary household                              –catering and similar non-retail applications which can be equated with ordinary household

• Your fridge requires a 220-240V, 50Hz mains supply. Do not use any other supply. Before connecting your fridge, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician)

• 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 hazard involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance, shall not be made by children without supervision.

• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Children are not expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance of the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old) are not expected to use appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given, older children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can use appliances safely after they have been given appropriate supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance. Very vulnerable people are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given.

• A damaged power cord /plug can cause fire or give you an electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be done by qualified personnel.

• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.

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 of the appliance.
• 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.
• Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
• One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.

Disposal

• All packaging and materials used are environmentally friendly and recyclable. Please dispose of any packaging
  in an environmentally friendly manner. Consult your local council for further details.

• When the appliance is ready to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug and cable.
  Disable the door catch in order to prevent children getting trapped inside.

• A cut-off plug inserted into a 16 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Please ensure the cut-off plug
  is disposed of safely.

For Denmark products:
The appliance is equipped with a plug approved in the EU ( EU-Schuko Plug) and can be used in Finland, Norway and Sweden. In Denmark, the appliance is only approved for use with a wall outlet type E or type CEE7 // 7-S with a ground leg. If there is only wall outlet type K at the connection point, Replacing EU-Schuko plug with the Danish plug must be performed by only an authorized service personel. Alternatively, connect a suitable and approved power adapter to transition between Schuko plug and Danish earth system. This adapter (min. 10 amps and up to max. 13 amps) can be ordered via at well assorted whitegoods dealer or authorized electrician. Only with one of these methods it can be ensured that the appliance is the correct safety ground. In the absence of earthing installation, an authorised electrician should carry out an earthing installation. In the case of use without earthing installed, we will not be responsible for any loss of use that may occur

Disposal of your old appliance

This symbol on the product or package shows that the product should not be treated as domestic waste.
Instead, it should be taken to applicable waste collection sites that recycle electrical and electronic equipment. Recycling materials will help preserve our natural resources. For more detailed information
regarding recycling this product, please contact your local authority, domestic waste disposal service, or
the shop where you purchased the product.

Please ask your local authority about the disposal of WEEE for reuse, recycle and recovery purposes.

Notes:

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible
  for damage resulting from misuse.

• Follow all instructions for your appliance, and keep this manual handy in order to resolve any problems that
  may occur in the future.

• This appliance is produced to be used in homes and can only be used in domestic environments and for the
  specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial use. Such use will nullify the warranty and our company
  will not be responsible for any losses that occur.

• This appliance is produced for home use and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or use and / or for storing any substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for any losses due to improper use.

Safety warnings

• Do not connect your Fridge Freezer to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.

• A damaged power cord / plug can cause fire or give you and electric shock. When damaged it must be
  replaced, this should only be done by qualified personnel.

• Never bend the power cord excessively.

• Never touch the power cord / plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit electric shock.

• Do not place glass bottles or beverage cans in the freezer department. Bottles or cans may explode.

• When taking ice made in the freezer department, do not touch it, ice may cause ice burns and/or cuts.

• Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp or wet. Tis could cause skin abrasions or frost /freezer burns.

• Do not refreeze food once it has thawed out.

Installation Information
Before unpacking and manoeuvring your fridge freezer please take some time to familiarise yourself with the following points.

• Position your fridge freezer out of direct sunlight and away from any heat source such as a radiator.

• Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, gas ovens and heater cores, and should be at least
  5 cm away from electrical ovens.

• Do not expose your fridge freezer to moisture or rain.

• Your fridge freezer should be positioned at least 20mm away from another freezer.

• Clearance of at least 150 mm is required at the top of your appliance. Do not place anything on top of your
  appliance.

• For safe operation, it is important that your fridge freezer is seated securely and balanced. The adjustable feet
  are used to level your fridge freezer. Make sure that your appliance is level before placing any foodstuffs inside it.

• We recommend that you wipe all shelving and trays with a cloth soaked in warm water mixed with a teaspoon
  of bicarbonate of soda before use. After cleaning, rinse with warm water and dry.

• When the product is running, high temperature can be noticed on the side panels. This situation is normal.

• In order for the product to work efficiently, there must be some gap around it for air circulation. If you are going to place the product in a recessed area on the wall, make sure that the gap should be 100 mm between top surface and ceiling, 50 mm between walls and side panels.

If your refrigerator has a fan condenser:

• The condenser of your fridge is placed at the bottom of cabinet. As a result of that, assemble the spacer by fixing it to holes on the cover bottom panel and turn 90° that’s shown below figure for arranging the distance between the refrigerator and the back wall at where you place the fridge. You can move the fridge towards the back wall until that point.
• Refrigerator should be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 75 mm.

Before using your fridge freezer

• Before setting up your fridge freezer, check for any visible damage. Do not install or use your fridge freezer if it is damaged

• When using your fridge freezer for the first time, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before
  plugging into the mains. This will allow efficient operation and prevent damage to the compressor.

• You may notice a light odour when using your fridge freezer for the first time. This is perfectly normal and
  will fade away as the fridge starts to cool.

Information about new-generation cooling technology

Fridge freezers with new-generation cooling technology have a different working system than static fridge freezers. In normal fridge freezers, humid air entering the freezer and the water vapour emanating from the foods, turns into frost in the freezer compartment. In order to melt this frost, in other words defrost, the fridge has to be unplugged. In order to keep foods cold during the defrosting period, the user must store the food elsewhere and the user must clear the remaining ice and accumulated frost.

The situation is completely different in freezer compartments equipped with new-generation cooling technology. With the aid of fan, cold and dry air is blown throughout the freezer compartment. As a result of the cold air that is blown easily throughout the compartment – even in the spaces between shelves – foods are frozen equally and properly. And there will be no frost.

The configuration in the refrigerator compartment will be nearly same as the freezer compartment. Air emitted by the fan located at the top of refrigerator compartment is cooled while passing through the gap behind the air duct. At the same time, air is blown out through the holes on the air duct so that cooling process is successfully completed in the refrigerator compartment. Holes on the air duct are designed for even air distribution throughout the compartment.

Since no air passes between the freezer and refrigerator compartment, odours will not mix. As a result, your fridge with new-generation cooling technology is easy to use and it offers you an access to a huge volume and aesthetic appearance.

CHAPTER -2: YOUR FRIDGE FREEZER

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

This figure has been drawn for information purposes to show the various parts and accessories in the appliance.
Parts may vary according to the model of the appliance.

General notes:
Fresh Food Compartment (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, position of door bins does not affect energy
consumption.

Freezer Compartment (Freezer): Most Efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers and
bins are on stock position.

CHAPTER -3: USING YOUR FRIDGE FREEZER

Display and Control Panel
Using the Control Panel
1. Enables the setting of the freezer.
2. Enables the setting of the cooler.
3. Freezer set value screen.
4. Cooler set value screen.
5. Economy mode symbol.
6. Super freeze symbol.
7. Alarm symbol.

Operating your Fridge Freezer
Lighting (If available)
When the product is plugged in for the first time, the interior lights may turn on 1 minute late due to opening tests. Once you have plugged in the product, all symbols will be displayed for 2 seconds and the initial values will be shown as -18 °C on the freezer adjustment indicator, and +4 °C on the fridge adjustment indicator.

Freezer Temperature Settings

• The initial temperature value for the freezer setting indicator is -18 °C.

• Press the freezer set button once.
  When you first press the button, the previous value will blink on the screen.

• Whenever you press the same button, a lower temperature will be set (-16 °C, -18 °C, -20 °C, -22 °C or -24 °C).

• If you continue to press the button, it will restart from -16 °C.

NOTE: Eco mode gets activated automatically when the temperature of the freezer compartment is set to -18°C.

Cooler Temperature Settings

• The initial temperature value for the cooler setting indicator is +4 °C.
• Press the cooler button once.
• Whenever you press the button, a lower temperature will be set (+8 °C, +6 °C, +5 °C, +4 °C, or +2 °C).
• If you continue to press the button, it will restart from +8 °C.

Super Freeze Mode
Purpose

• To freeze a large quantity of food that cannot fit on the fast freeze shelf.
• To freeze prepared foods.
• To freeze fresh food quickly to retain freshness.

How to use
To enable the super freeze mode, press and hold the freezer temperature setting button for 3 seconds. Once
the super freeze mode has been set, the super freeze symbol on the indicator will be lit and the machine will beep to confirm the mode has been switched on.

During Super Freeze Mode:

• The temperature of the Cooler may be adjusted. In this case, Super Freeze mode will continue.
• Economy mode cannot be selected.
• Super Freeze mode can be cancelled in the same way it is selected.

Notes:

• The maximum amount of fresh food (in kilograms) that can be frozen within 24 hours is shown on the appliance label.
• For optimal appliance performance in maximum freezer capacity, activate super freeze mode 3 hours before
  you put fresh food into the freezer. Super freeze mode will automatically cancel after 24 hours or when the freezer sensor temperature drops below -32 °C.

Recommended settings for your appliance temperature

Warnings About Temperature Adjustments

• It is not recommended that you operate your fridge in environments colder than 10°C.

• Temperature adjustments should be made according to the frequency of door openings, the quantity of food
  kept inside the fridge and ambient temperature of the placement of your fridge.

• Your fridge should be operated up to 24 hours according to the ambient temperature without interruption after being plugged in, this is so it is completely cooled. Do not open the doors of your fridge and do not place food inside it during this period.

• A 5 minute delay function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your fridge, when you take the
  plug out and then plug it back in again after an energy breakdown has occurred. Your fridge will start to operate normally after 5 minutes.

• Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to
  the climate class stated in the information label. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of the stated temperatures value limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

• This appliance is designed for use at an ambient temperature within the 10°C – 43°C range.

Climate class and meaning:
T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C.
ST (subtropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C.
N (temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to
32 °C.
SN (extended temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C.

Temperature indicator

Accessories

Zero Degree Zone (In some models)

If you see any condensation on the glass shelf that is located at the top of crisper, you can change the humidity
controller to open position.

Adapti-Lift door shelf (In some models)

Note: Before moving door shelf is loaded, you must hold the shelf by supporting the bottom. Otherwise, door shelf could fall off the rails due to the weight. So damage may occur on the door shelf or rails.

Visual and text descriptions on the accessories section may vary according to the model.

Cleaning

• Make sure to unplug the fridge before cleaning.
• Do not wash your fridge by pouring water .
• You can wipe the inner and outer sides with a soft cloth or a sponge using warm and soapy water.
• Remove the parts individually and clean with soapy water. Do not wash in washing machine.
• Never use flammable, explosive or corrosive material like thinner, gas, acid for cleaning.
• You should clean the condenser with broom at least once a year in order to provide energy saving and increase the productivity.

Make sure that your fridge is unplugged while cleaning.
Replacing The LED (if an LED is used as lighting)
1 LED strip in freezer compartment and 2 LED strips in cooler compartment are used to illuminate your appliance. Please contact the Sharp help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel
only.

Note: Numbers and location of LED strips may change according to different models.

CHAPTER -4: FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE

Refrigerator compartment

• To reduce frost build up never place liquids with unsealed containers in the fridge compartment.

• Allow warn or hot food to cool down before storing. This helps reduce power consumption.

• To avoid frost build-up ensure that nothing is stored touching the back wall.

• The coldest area of the refrigerator is at the bottom. We recommend to use this area to store food that will perish easily, such as fish, ready meals, baked goods or dairy products. The warmest area is the top shelf of
  the door. We recommend you store butter or cheese here.

• For normal working conditions, it will be sufficient to adjust the temperature setting of your refrigerator to +4 °C.

• The temperature of the fridge compartment should be in the range of 0-8 °C, fresh foods below 0 °C are iced
  and rotted, bacterial load increases above 8 °C, and spoils.

• Do not put hot food in the refrigerator immediately, wait for the temperature to pass outside. Hot foods increase the degree of your refrigerator and cause food poisoning and unnecessary spoiling of the food.

• Meat, fish, etc. should be store in the chiller compartment of the food, and the vegetable compartment is
  preferred for vegetables. (if available)

• To prevent cross contamination, meat products and fruit vegetables are not stored together.

• Foods should be placed in the refrigerator in closed containers or covered to prevent moisture and odors.

Important Note:

• Cover any finished dishes when you put them in the fridge. Place them in the fridge when they are cool, otherwise temperature/humidity inside the fridge increases and this causes the fridge to operate more. Covering food and beverages also preserves their flavour and aroma.
• Potatoes, onion and garlic shouldn’t be kept in the fridge.
• Please avoid the foods from touching to temperature sensor which is located at refrigerator compartment. In order to keep optimum preservation temperature in refrigerator compartment, foods mustn’t contact with the sensor.

Freezer compartment

• Use the freezer to store frozen foods for long periods of time and make ice cubes.

• To freeze fresh food – ensure that as much of the surface of food to be frozen is in contact with the cooling
  surface.

• Do not put fresh food on either side of frozen food as it can thaw it.

• While freezing fresh foods(i.e meat,fish and mincemeat),divide into portion sizes.

• Once the unit has been defrosted replace the foods into freezer and remember to consume them in a short
  period of time.

• Never place warm food in the freezer compartment.

• The instructions shown on frozen food packages should always be followed carefully and if no information is
  provided food should not be stored for more than 3 months from the purchased date.

• When buying frozen foods ensure that these have been frozen at suitable temperatures and that the packing
  is intact.

• Frozen foods should be transported in appropriate containers to maintain the quality of the food and should be stored in the freezer as soon as possible.

• If a package of frozen food shows signs of humidity and abnormal swelling it has been previously stored at an
  unsuitable temperature and that the contents have deteriorated.

• The storage life of frozen foods depends on the room temperature, thermostat setting, how often the door is
  opened, the type of food and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the package and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.

That; If you decide to open the freezer door again immediately after closing, it may be difficult to re-open. This is normal and after the freezer has reached an equilibrium condition the door will open easily.

Important note:

• Frozen foods, when thawed, should be cooked just like fresh foods. If they are not cooked after being thawed
  they must NEVER be re-frozen.

• The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise, basilica, watercress, vinegar, assorted spices, ginger,
  garlic, onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.) changes and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long period. Therefore, only add a small amount of spice if planning to freeze, or the desired spice should be added after the food has been thawed.

• The storage period of food is dependent on the oil used. The suitable oils are margarine, calf fat, olive oil and
  butter and the unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.

• The food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and the other food should be frozen in plastic folios or bags.

With putting the foods onto the air suction hole by extracting the the lower shelf located at freezer door, will affect the performance of the fridge, negatively. Therefore, please be careful while loading the freezer compartment in order not to close down the air suction hole.

CHAPTER -5: DOOR REVERSAL

Repositioning the door

• It depends on which fridge freezer you have as to whether it is possible the reverse the doors.
• It is not possible where handles are attached at the front of the appliance.
• If your model does not have handles it is possible to reverse the doors, but this needs to be completed by
  authorised personnel. Please call Sharp service.

CHAPTER -6: TROUBLESHOOTING

Check Warnings;
Your fridge warns you if the temperatures for cooler and freezer are in improper levels or when a problem occurs in the appliance. Warning codes are displayed in the Freezer and Cooler Indicators.

If your fridge is not operating;

• Is there a power failure?
• Is the plug connected to the socket correctly?
• Is the fuse of the socket to which the plug is connected or the main fuse blown?
• Is there any failure at the socket? To check this, plug your refrigerator into a known working socket.

If your fridge is not cooling enough;

• Is the temperature adjustment right?
• Is the door of your fridge opened frequently and left open for a long while?
• Is the door of fridge closed properly?
• Did you put a dish or food on your fridge so that it contacts the rear wall of your fridge so as to prevent the air circulation?
• Is your fridge filled excessively?
• Is there adequate distance between your fridge and the rear and side walls?
• Is the ambient temperature within the range of values specified in the operating manual?

If the food in your refrigerator compartment is over cooled

• Is the temperature adjustment right?
• Are there many food recently put inside the freezer compartment? If so, your fridge may over cool the food
  inside the refrigerator compartment as it will operate longer to cool these food.

If your fridge is operating too loudly;
To maintain the set cooling level, compressor may be activated from time to time. Noises from your fridge at this time are normal and due to its function. When the required cooling level is reached, noises will be decreased automatically.

If the noises persist;

• Is your appliance stable? Are the legs adjusted?
• Is there anything behind your fridge?
• Are the shelves or dishes on the shelves vibrating? Re-place the shelves and/or dishes if this is the case.
• Are the items placed on your fridge vibrating?

Normal Noises;
Cracking (Ice cracking) Noise:

• During automatic defrosting.
• When the appliance is cooled or warmed (due to expansion of appliance material).

Short cracking: Heard when the thermostat switches the compressor on/off.

Compressor noise (Normal motor noise): This noise means that the compressor operates normally Compressor
may cause more noise for a short time when it is activated.

Bubbling noise and splash: This noise is caused by the flow of the refrigerant in the tubes of the system.

Water flow noise: Normal flow noise of water flowing to the evaporation container during defrosting. This noise
can be heard during defrosting.

Air Blowing Noise (Normal fan noise): This noise can be heard in No-Frost fridge during normal operation of
the system due to the circulation of air.

If humidity builds up inside the fridge;

• Has the food been properly packaged? Have the containers been well dried before they were put into the
  refrigerator?

• Are the doors of the refrigerator opened very frequently? When the door is opened, the humidity found in the air in the room enters the refrigerator. Especially if the humidity rate in the room is too high, the more frequently the door is opened the faster will be the humidification.

• It is normal to have water drops formed on the back wall following the automatic defrosting process. (In Static Models)

If the doors are not opened and closed properly;

• Do the food packages prevent closing of the door?
• Are the door compartments, shelves and drawers placed properly?
• Are door gaskets broken or torn?
• Is your fridge on a level surface?

If the edges of fridge cabinet that the door joint contact are warm;
Especially in summer (hot weather), the surfaces that the joint contact may get warmer during the operation of the
compressor, this is normal.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• The compressor protection thermal fuse will cutout after sudden power breakdowns or after unplugging the
  appliance, because the gas in the cooling system is not stabilised. This is quite normal, and the fridge will
  restart after 4 or 5 minutes.

• The cooling unit of your refrigerator is hidden in the rear wall. Therefore, water droplets or ice may occur on the rear surface of your fridge due to the operation of the compressor in specified intervals. This is normal. There is no need to perform a defrosting operation unless the ice is excessive.

• If you will not use your fridge for a long time (e.g. in summer holidays) unplug it. Clean your fridge according to Part 4 and leave the door open to prevent humidity and smell.

• The appliance you have purchased is designed for home type use and can be used only at home and for
  the stated purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. If the consumer use the appliance in
  a way that does not comply with these features, we emphasise that the producer and the dealer shall not be
  responsible for any repair and failure within the guarantee period.

• If the problem persists after you have followed all the instructions above, please consult an authorised service
  provider.

CHAPTER -7: TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

1. Always allow foodstuffs to cool before storing in the appliance.
2. Thaw food in the fridge compartment; this helps save energy.

CHAPTER -8: 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.

CHAPTER -9: CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, Serial
Number and Service Index. The information can be found on the rating plate. You can find the rating label inside the fridge zone on the left lower side.

The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of component, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model.
Visit our website to: www.sharphomeappliances.com

Service & Support

Visit Our Website
sharphomeappliances.com

Read More About This Manual & Download PDF:

References

• sharphomeappliances.com
• sharphomeappliances.com

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>