TESLA RU1600ME Upright Freezer User Manual

TESLA RU1600ME Upright Freezer

FAQ

• Q: Can children use the upright freezer unsupervised?
  • A: Children should not operate or play with the appliance without adult supervision. It is recommended to provide instructions on safe usage.
• Q: How often should I defrost the freezer?
  • A: For optimal performance, it is advised to defrost, clean, and leave the door open for long periods to prevent mold growth within the appliance.
• Q: Can I store fresh food in all compartments?
  • A: One, two, and three-star compartments are not suitable for freezing fresh food. Refer to the manual to determine suitable storage options for different compartments.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Warning: risk of fire / flammable materials

RECOMMENDATIONS:

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

• 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.

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

• The appliance has to be unplugged after use and before carrying out user maintenance on the appliance.

• 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.

• WARNING: Please abandon the appliance according to local regulators for it use flammable blowing gas and refrigerant.

• 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.

• Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prong) adapters.

• DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away the appliance:

  • Take off the doors.
  • Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

• The appliance must be disconnected from the source of electrical supply before attempting the installation of accessory.

• Refrigerant and cyclopentane foaming material used for the refrigerator are flammable.Therefore, when the refrigerator is scrapped, it shall be kept away from any fire source and be recovered by a special recovering company with corresponding qualification other than be disposed by combustion, so as to prevent damage to the environment or any other harm.

• For EN standard: This appliance can be used
  by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduce 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. 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.

• For IEC standard: 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.)

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• The instructions shall include the substance of the following: 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.
  • 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. (note 1)
  • 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. (note 2)
  • One , two and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food. (note 3)
  • 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.

Note 1,2,3: Please confirm whether it is applicable according to your product compartment type.

Meaning of safety warning symbols

• This is a prohibition symbol. Any incompliance with instructions marked with this symbol may result in damage to the product or endanger the personal safety of the user.
• This is a warning symbol. It is required to operate in strict observance of instructions marked with this symbol; or otherwise damage to the product or personalinjury may be caused.
• This is a cautioning symbol. Instructions marked with this symbwol require special caution Insufficient caution may result in slight or moderate injury, or damage to the product.

This manual contains lots of important safety information which shall be observed by the users.

Electricity related warnings

• Do not pull the power cord when pulling the power plug of the refrigerator. Please firmly grasp the plug and pull out it from the socket directly.
• To ensure safe use, do not damage the power cord or use the power cord when it is damaged or worn.
• Please use a dedicated power socket and the power socket shall not be shared with other electrical appliances.
• The power plug should be firmly contacted with the socket or else fires might be caused.
• Please ensure that the grounding electrode of the power socket is equipped with a reliable grounding line.
• Please turn off the valve of the leaking gas and then open the doors and windows in case of leakage of gas and other flammable gases. Do not unplug the refrigerator and other electrical appliances considering that spark may cause a fire.
• Do not use electrical appliances on the top of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Warnings for using

• Do not arbitrarily disassemble or reconstruct the refrigerator, nor damage the refrigerant circuit; maintenance of the appliance must be conducted by a specialist.
• Damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its maintenance department or related professionals in order to avoid danger.
• The gaps between refrigerator doors and between doors and refrigerator body are small, be noted not to put your hand in these areas to prevent from squeezing the finger. Please be gentle when open the refrigerator door to avoid falling articles.
• Do not pick foods or containers with wet hands in the freezing chamber when the refrigerator is running, especially metal containers in order to avoid frostbite.
• Do not allow any child to get into or climb the refrigerator; otherwise suffocation or falling injury of the child may be caused.
• Do not place heavy objects on the top of the refrigerator considering that objectives may fall when close or open the door, and accidental injuries might be caused.
• Please pull out the plug in case of power failure or cleaning. Do not connect the freezer to power supply within five minutes to prevent damages to the compressor due to successive starts.

Warnings for placement

• Do not put flammable, explosive, volatile and highly corrosive items in the refrigerator to prevent damages to the product or fire accidents.
• Do not place flammable items near the refrigerator to avoid fires.
• The refrigerator is intended for household use, such as storage of foods; it shall not be used for other purposes, such as storage of blood, drugs or biological products, etc.
• Do not store beer, beverage or other fluid contained in bottles or enclosed containers in the freezing chamber of the refrigerator; otherwise the bottles or enclosed containers may crack due to freezing to cause damages.

Warnings for energy

1. Refrigerating appliances might not operate consistently (possibility of defrosting of contents or temperature becoming too warm in the frozen food compartment) when sited for an extended period of time below the cold end of the range of temperatures for which the refrigerating appliance is designed.
2. The fact that effervescent drinks should not be stored in food freezer compartments or cabinets or in low-temperature compartments or cabinets, and that some products such as water ices should not be consumed too cold;
3. The need to not exceed the storage time(s) recommended by the food manufacturers for any kind of food and particularly for commercially quick-frozen food in food-freezer and frozen-food storage compartments or cabinets;
4. The precautions necessary to prevent an undue rise in the temperature of the frozen food while defrosting the refrigerating appliance, such as wrapping the frozen food in several layers of newspaper.
5. The fact that a rise in temperature of the frozen food during manual defrosting, maintenance or cleaning could shorten the storage life.
6. The necessity that, for doors or lids fitted with locks and keys, the keys be kept out of the reach of children and not in the vicinity of the refrigerating appliance, in order to prevent children from being locked inside

Warnings for disposal

Refrigerant and cyclopentane foaming material used for the refrigerator are flammable. Therefore, when the refrigerator is scraped, it shall be kept away from any fire source and be recovered by a special recovering company with corresponding qualification other than be disposed by combustion, so as to prevent damage to the environment or any other harm.
When the refrigerator is scraped, disassemble the doors, and remove the gasket of door and shelves; put the doors and shelves in a proper place, so as to prevent trapping of any child.

Correct Disposal of this product:

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

PROPER USE OF REFRIGERATORS

Placement

• Before use, remove all packing materials, including bottom cushions, foam pads and tapes inside of therefrigerator; tear off the protective film on the doors and the refrigerator body.v
• Keep away from heat and avoid direct sunlight. Do not place the freezer in moist or watery places to prevent rust or reduction of insulating effect.
• Do not spray or wash the refrigerator; do not put the refrigerator in moist places easy to be splashed with water so as not to affect the electrical insulation properties of the refrigerator.
• The refrigerator is placed in a well-ventilated indoor place; the ground shall be flat, and sturdy (rotate left or right to adjust the wheel for leveling if unstable).
• The top space of the refrigerator shall be greater than 30cm, and The refrigerator should be placed against a wall with a free distance more than 10cm to facilitate heat dissipation.

Levelling feet

1. Precautions before operation:
   • Before operation of accessories, it shall be ensured that the refrigerator is disconnected from power.
   • Before adjusting the leveling feet, precautions shall be taken to prevent any personal injury.
2. Schematic diagram of the leveling feet
   • The picture above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor.
3. Adjusting procedures:
   • Turn the feet clockwise to raise the refrigerator;
   • Turn the feet counterclockwise to lower the refrigerator;
   • Adjust the right and left feet based on the procedures above to a horizontal level.

INSTALLATION

Reversing the Door Swing

Tools Required: Phillips style screwdriver / Flat-blade screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner/ Hexagonal socket wrench

1. Remove the right top hinge cover.
2. Remove the screws fixed the top-hinge with cross-slot screwdriver.
3. Replace the top-hinge and the top-door limit block and the door bearing bush to the other side.
   • Remove the nut with sleeve. Take off the washer then remove the axes to the other side and fixed.
   • Remove the door limit block
   • Please taking out another door limit block, with screw mounting to the door
4. Disassemble the screws fixed the bottom-hinge with hexagonal socket wrench.
5. Replace the bottom hinge to the other side then fix it with screws.
6. Set the door right position ,fix the mid-hinge.
7. Replace the top-hinge.
8. Set the top door right position , fix the top-hinge and the cover.
9. Replace the leveler to the other side and adjust it to make sure the cabinet level.

Door Handle Install Illumination (optional)

Note: Figures in the user manual are only for reference. The actual product may differ slightly.
The refrigerator must be disconnected from the source of electrical supply before attempting the installation of accessory.

• Step 1: take out two plug pins from the door (Side of door open)
• Step 2: Install the door handle to the door and fasten it with screws
• Step 3: Cover screw caps of the handle into screw holes

Door Space Requirements

• The unit’s door must be able to open fully as shown. W×D≥902×1052mm

Energy saving tips

• The appliance should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of the direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the appliance. Overloading the appliance forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality, or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the appliance. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the appliance.
• Appliance storage bin should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the appliance less efficient.
• Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS

Key components

All images in this instruction manual are for indication only; please refer to your individual unit for details.
Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making icecream and making ice cubes, not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

Refrigerator

• The Refrigerating Chamber is suitable for storage of a variety of fruits, vegetables, beverages and other food consumed in the short term.
• Cooking foods shall not be put in the refrigerating chamber until cooled to room temperature.
• Foods are recommended to be sealed up before putting into the refrigerator.
• The glass shelves can be adjusted up or down for a proper storage space and easy use.

Freezer

• The low temperature freezing chamber may keep food fresh for a long time and it is mainly used to store frozen foods and making ice.
• The freezing chamber is suitable for storage of meat, fish, rice balls and other foods not to be consumed in short term.
• Chunks of meat are preferably to be divided into small pieces for easy access. Please be noted food shall be consumed within the shelf time.

Note: Storage of too much food during operation after the initial connection to power may adversely affect the freezing effect of the refrigerator. Foods stored shall not block the air outlet; or otherwise the freezing effect will also be adversely affected.

OPERATION

Switching On Your Unit

• The temperature selector knob is located on the middle of the upper beam.
  • Setting“Min”: Less Cool Temperature
  • Setting“Mid”: Normal Operation(adequate for most situations)
  • Setting“Max”: Coolest Temperature
• During high ambient temperatures e.g. on hot summer days. It may be necessary to set the thermostat to the Coolest setting(position “Max”).This may cause the compressor running continuously in order to maintain a low temperature in the cabinet.
• For the first time you install your refrigerator, set the thermostat knob at “Mid”.

Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is the best to wait 24 hours before adding food. The thermostat knob controls the temperature.

Noise Inside the Unit!

• You may notice that your unit makes some unusual noises. Most of these are perfectly normal, but you should be aware of them!
• These noises are caused by the circulation of the refrigerant liquid in the cooling system. It has become ore pronounced since the introduction of CFC free gases.
• This is not a fault and will not affect the performance of your unit. This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant around the system.

Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit

• Keep raw meats/fishes in a container which is large enough to collect juices and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest drawer.
• Leave space around your food, to allow air to circulate inside the unit. Ensure all parts of the unit are kept cool.
• To prevent transfer of favours and drying out, pack or cover the food separately.
• Always let pre-cooked food cool down before you put in the unit. This will help to maintain the internal temperature of the unit.
• To prevent cold air escaping from the unit, try to limit the number of times you open the door. We recommend that you only open the door when you need to put food in or take food out.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE OF THE APPLIANCE

Overall cleaning

• Dusts behind the refrigerator and on the ground shall be timely cleaned to improve the cooling effect and energy saving.
• Check the door gasket regularly to make sure there are no debris. Clean the door gasket with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent.
• The interior of the refrigerator should be cleaned regularly to avoid odor.
• Please turn off the power before cleaning interior, remove all foods, drinks .shelves, drawers, etc.
• Use a soft cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the refrigerator, with two tablespoons of baking soda and a quart of warm water. Then rinse with water and wipe clean. After cleaning, open the door and let it dry naturally before turning on the power.
• For areas that are difficult to clean in the refrigerator (such as narrow sandwiches, gaps or corners), it is recommended to wipe them regularly with a soft rag, soft brush, etc. and when necessary, combined with some auxiliary tools (such as thin sticks) to ensure no contaminants or bacterials accumulation in these areas.
• Do not use soap, detergent, scrub powder, spray cleaner, etc., as these may cause odors in the interior of the refrigerator or contaminated food.
• Clean the bottle frame, shelves and drawers with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent. Dry with a soft cloth or dry naturally.
• Wipe the outer surface of the refrigerator with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water, detergent, etc., and then wipe dry.
• Do not use hard brushes, clean steel balls, wire brushes, abrasives (such as toothpastes), organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items, which may damage the fridge surface and interior. Boiling water and organic solvents such as benzene may deform or damage plastic parts.
• Do not rinse directly with water or other liquids during cleaning to avoid short circuits or affect electrical insulation after immersion.

Warning

• Please unplug the refrigerator for defrost and cleaning.

Defrosting

1. Power off the freezer.
2. Remove the food from the freezer and place it properly to prevent food from melting.
3. Clear the drainpipe (to use soft materials to prevent damage to the liner), Prepare the water containers for defrosting. (pay attention to clean the compressor compartment water draining tray, avoiding overflow to the ground).
4. You can use the natural temperature for the natural defrost, you can also use the ice shovel to eliminate the frost (to use plastic or wooden ice shovel, for avoiding damage to the liner or pipe)
5. You can also use the appropriate amount of hot water to speed up the defrost, with a dry towel to dry the water after defrosting.
6. After defrosting, put back the food in cabinet, and power on the freezer.

Out of operation

• Power failure: In case of power failure, even if it is in summer, foods inside the appliance can be kept for several hours; during the power failure, the times of door opening shall be reduced, and no more fresh food shall be put into the appliance.
• Long-time nonuse: The appliance shall be unplugged and then cleaned; then the doors are left open to prevent odor.
• Moving: Before the refrigerator is moved, take all objects inside out, fix the glass partitions, vegetable holder, freezing chamber drawers and etc. with tape, and tighten the leveling feet; close the doors and fix them with tape. During moving, the appliance shall not be laid upside down or horizontally, or be vibrated; the inclination during movement shall be no more than 45°.

The appliance shall run continuously once it is started. Generally, the operation of the appliance shall not be interrupted;otherwise the service life may be impaired.

TROUBLESHOOTING

You may try to solve the following simple problems by yourself.
If them cannot be solved, please contact the after-sales department.

Failed operation

| Check whether the appliance is connected to power or whether the plug is in well contact

Check whether the voltage is too low

Check whether there is a power failure or partial circuits have tripped

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Odor

| Odorous foods shall be tightly wrapped Check whether there is any rotten food Clean the inside of the refrigerator

Long-time operation of the compressor

| Long operation of the refrigerator is normal in summer when the ambient temperature is high

It is not suggestible having too much food in the appliance at the same time Food shall get cool before being put into the appliance

The doors are opened too frequently

Light fails to get lit

| Check whether the refrigerator is connected to power supply and whether the illuminating light is damaged

Have the light replaced by a specialist

Doors cannot be properly closed| The door is stuck by food packages The refrigerator is tilted
Loud noise| Check whether the floor is level and whether the refrigerator is placed stably Check whether accessories are placed at proper locations
Door seal fails to be tight| Remove foreign matters on the door seal
Heat the door seal and then cool it for restoration
(or blow it with an electrical drier or use a hot towel for heating)

Water pan overflows

| There is too much food in the chamber or food stored contains too much water, resulting in heavy defrosting

The doors are not closed properly, resulting in frosting due to entry of air and increased water due to defrosting

Hot housing

| Heat dissipation of the built-in condenser via the housing, which is normal. When housing becomes hot due to high ambient temperature and storage of too much food, it is recommended to provide sound ventilation to facilitate heat dissipation.

Surface condensation

| Condensation on the exterior surface and door seals of the refrigerator is normal when the ambient humidity is too high. Just wipe the condensate with a clean towel.

Abnormal noise

| Buzz: The compressor may produce buzzes during operation, and the buzze: are loud particularly upon start or stop. This is normal.

Creak: Refrigerant flowing inside of the appliance may produce creak, which is normal.

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