TESLA RH1000ME Vertical Freezers User Manual

TESLA RH1000ME Vertical Freezers

Product Information

This freezer is designed to provide efficient freezing and storage capabilities for various food items.

Specifications

• Models: RH1000ME, RH1500ME, RH2000ME, RH2500ME, RH2950ME, RH4200ME
• Languages: ENG, AL, BG, GR, HU, IT, MK, RO, SLO, SRB

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Warnings

• Take off the doors before use.
• Leave shelves in place to prevent children from climbing inside.
• Keep the appliance away from fire sources when being scrapped.
• Children should not play with the appliance. Supervision is necessary for cleaning and maintenance.

Usage Recommendations

• Avoid a significant increase in temperature inside the compartments.
• Avoid food spillage inside the appliance.
• Use frozen-food compartments for storing pre-frozen food, and making ice cream, and ice cubes.
• Do not freeze fresh food in one, two, or three-star compartments.
• For long periods of inactivity, switch off the appliance, defrost, clean, and leave the door open to prevent mold growth.

Meaning of Safety Warning Symbols
The symbols indicate prohibited behaviors that if not followed may result in product damage or endanger user safety.

Electricity Related Warnings
Follow all electricity-related warnings provided in the manual to ensure safe operation of the appliance.

Warnings Related to Placing Items

• Avoid placing the freezer below the cold end of its temperature range for consistent operation.
• Avoid storing effervescent drinks in freezer compartments or consuming products like water that are too cold.
• Do not exceed recommended storage times for different types of food.

Warnings for Energy
Follow energy-related warnings to optimize energy efficiency and proper functioning of the freezer.

FAQ

• Q: Can I store fresh food in all compartments?
  A: No, one, two, and three-star compartments are not suitable for freezing fresh food. Use them for pre-frozen items or make ice instead.

• Q: How should I prepare the freezer for long periods of inactivity?
  A: Switch off the appliance, defrost it, clean thoroughly, and leave the door open to prevent mold growth.

Models

• RH1000ME
• RH1500ME
• RH2000ME
• RH2500ME
• RH2950ME
• RH4200ME

SAFETY WARNINGS

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• This appliance is intended to be used in households 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 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.
• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Please abandon the appliance according to local regulators for it uses flammable blowing gas and refrigerant.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• 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.
• 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 the electrical supply before attempting the installation of the accessory.
• Refrigerant and cyclopentane foaming materials used for the appliance are flammable. Therefore, when the appliance is scrapped, it shall be kept away from any fire source and be recovered by a special recovering company with corresponding qualifications other than be disposed of by combustion, to prevent damage to the environment or any other harm.
• 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 shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision.
• 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 the 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.
• To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:
  • Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase in the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
  • Clean regular 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 it off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mold from developing within the appliance.

Meaning of safety warning symbols

• The symbols indicate prohibited matters, and those behaviors are forbidden. Non-compliance with the instructions may result in product damage or endanger the personal safety of users
• The symbols indicate matters that must be followed, and those behaviors must be strictly executed in line with the operation requirements. Non-compliance with the instructions may result in product damage or endanger the personal safety of users.
• The symbols indicate matters to pay attention to, and these behaviors shall be specially noted. Due precautions are needed or minor or moderate injuries or damages of the product will be caused.

Electricity related warnings

• Do not pull the power cord when pulling the power plug of the freezer. Please firmly grasp the plug and pull out it from the socket directly.
• Do not damage the power cord under any condition to ensure safety use, do not use it when the power cord is damaged or the plug is worn.
• Worn or damaged power cords shall be replaced in manufacturer-authorized maintenance stations.
• The power plug should be firmly in contact 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 freezer and other electrical appliances considering that spark may cause a fire.
• To ensure safety, it is not recommended to place regulators, rice cookers, microwave ovens, and other appliances on the top of the freezer, those recommended by the manufacturer are not included. Do not use electrical appliances in the food pan.

Related warnings for use

• Do not arbitrarily disassemble or reconstruct the freezer, nor damage the refrigerant circuit; maintenance of the appliance must be conducted by a specialist.
• A damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its maintenance department, or related professionals to avoid danger.
• The gaps between freezer doors and between doors and freezer body are small, be noted not to put your hand in these areas to prevent squeezing the finger. Please be gentle when opening the freezer door to avoid falling articles.
• Do not pick foods or containers with wet hands in the freezing chamber when the freezer is running, especially metal containers to avoid frostbite.
• Do not allow children to enter or climb the freezer to prevent children are sealed in the freezer or children are injured by the falling freezer.
• Do not spray or wash the freezer; do not put the freezer in moist places easy to be splashed with water so as not to affect the electrical insulation properties of the freezer.
• Do not place heavy objects on the top of the freezer considering that objects may fall when 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 the power supply within five minutes to prevent damage to the compressor due to successive starts.

Warnings related to placing items

• Do not put flammable, explosive, volatile, and highly corrosive items in the freezer to prevent damage to the product or fire accidents.
• Do not place flammable items near the freezer to avoid fires.
• This product is a household freezer and shall be only suitable for the storage of foods. According to national standards, a household freezer shall not be used for other purposes, such as storage of blood, drugs, or biological products.
• Do not place items such as bottled or sealed containers of fluid such as bottled beers and beverages in the freezer to prevent bursts and other losses.

Warnings for energy

1. The freezer might not operate consistently when sited for an extended period below the cold end of the range of temperatures for which the freezer appliance is designed.
2. The fact that effervescent drinks should not be stored in food freezer compartments or cabinets or low-temperature compartments or cabinets and that some products such as water ice should not be consumed too cold;
3. The need to not exceed the storage time recommended by the food manufacturers for any kind of food 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 the temperature of the frozen food during manual defrosting, maintenance, or cleaning could shorten the storage life.
6. The necessity is 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 freezer appliance, to prevent children from being locked inside.

Warnings related to disposal

• The freezer’s refrigerant and cyclopentane foam materials are combustible materials and discarded freezers should be isolated from fire sources and can not be burned. Please transfer the freezer to qualified professional recycling companies for processing to avoid damage to the environment or other hazards.
• Please remove the door of the freezer and shelves which shall be properly placed to avoid accidents of children entering and playing in the freezer.

Correct Disposal of this product:
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other household wastes. 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 environmentally safe recycling.

PROPER USE OF FREEZER

Names of components

(The picture above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor)

• The low temperature of a freezer may keep food fresh for a long time and it is mainly used to store frozen foods and make ice.
• The freezer is suitable for storage of meat, fish, shrimp, pastries class, and other foods not to be consumed in the short term.
• It is not suitable to store bottled or closed containers of fluid items for a long time, if you want to store bottled or closed containers of fluid items, the stored items should not be close to the wall of the freezer.
• There is a certain deviation between the temperature inside the box and the actual setting temperature, which does not affect normal use.
• Please note food shall be consumed within the shelf time.
• The fast-freezing function is designed to maintain the nutrition of the food. It can quickly freeze the food in a short time. If a large amount of food needs to be frozen at one time, it is recommended that users turn on the fast-freezing function 5 hours in advance. In this case, the freezing speed of the freezer increases, it can quickly freeze food and effectively keep the food nourished.

Temperature Control

Display control

• When powering on the freezer, the display window will be on for 3s, and then it will enter normal operation display, the original electrified display shall be under 18ºC ;
• Display of normal operation:
  1. if there is no failure, the set temperature or function mode will be displayed;
  2. if there is any failure, the failure code will be displayed;
• Show sleep function: the sleep function will open by default after electrifying, after the temperature is confirmed, the display will extinguish after another 30s.
• The sleep mode could be switched via the combined key:
  • By pressing the keys “ ” and “ ” for 5s simultaneously, when “ON” is displayed in the temperature display area once, it indicates the sleep function is opened.
  • By pressing the keys “ ” and “ ” for 5s simultaneously, when“ OF ” is displayed in the temperature display area once, it indicates the sleep function is closed.
  • Operation control: Open the sleep function. After temperature confirmation for tempering every time, the display area will extinguish for another 30s;
  • Close the sleep function. After temperature confirmation for tempering every time, the display area will not extinguish and keep on.

Lock and unlock
After the initial electrification, the key is in lock state by default; it is required to operate after unlocking.

• Lock: after pressing the key “ ” for continuously 3s, the display area will blink once, and the set temperature will take effect immediately, once entering the lock state, the display area will not blink; after no-key operation for 30s, it could also enter automatic lock state, and the display area will blink once.
• Unlock: after pressing the key “ ” for continuously 3s, the display area will blink once to unlock. Under the lock state, it is required to conduct key operations after unlocking.

The various following key operations shall be implemented under the unlock state

Fahrenheit and centigrade temperature conversion
By long pressing key “ ” for 3s, Fahrenheit and centigrade temperature conversion could be implemented. When the centigrade temperature is displayed, the centigrade temperature indicator lamp on; and when the Fahrenheit temperature is displayed, the Fahrenheit temperature indicator lamp in the display area will be on.

Temperature setting
(For settings of -30°C/-22°F, an ambient temperature of 25°C/77°F or less is recommended)

• By pressing the key “ ”, the display window will display the refrigerator temperature, by pressing the key “ ” once every time, the refrigerator temperature will change 1 degree Celsius/Fahrenheit;
• The specific temperature change is cycled according to the figure below:

Super-freeze function

• Enter super-freeze:

1. By pressing the key ” “, the super-freeze indicator lamp “ “ will be on;  

When setting the centigrade temperature, “ -30 ” will be displayed in the temperature display area, if the compressor continuously operates, the centigrade temperature indicator lamp “°C” will be on. When setting the Fahrenheit temperature, “ -22 ” will be displayed in the temperature display area, if the compressor continuously operates, the Fahrenheit temperature indicator lamp “°F” will be on.

• Quit super-freeze:

1. Oiwer in after power failure
2. Continuous operation of compressor for 24 hours;
3. If sensor failure occurs under super-freeze mode, you can quit super-freeze;
4. Under super-freeze mode, you can quit the super-freeze mode by repressing the key “ ”.

High-temperature alarm
The indicator lamp “ ” will be on for high-temperature alarm.

Power failure memory
During power failure, the sudden operating state of power failure will be locked, after power is recovered, the operation shall be continued according to the setting before the power failure. The super-freeze function will be quit after power failure.

Failure code
If the failure happens, the display area will show corresponding error codes as shown in the below table, the user shall contact a specialist for maintenance, to make sure the normal use of freezer.

Placement

• Before using the freezer, remove all packaging materials including bottom cushions and foam pads and tapes inside the freezer, and tear off the protective film on the door and the freezer body.
• Keep away from heat and avoid direct sunlight. Do not place the freezer in moist or watery places to prevent rust or reduction of the insulating effect.
• The freezer should be placed in a well-ventilated indoor place; the ground shall be flat, and sturdy.
• The top space of the freezer shall be greater than 70cm, and the distances from both sides and backside shall be more than 20cm to facilitate heat dissipation.

Changing the Light (optional)

• Any replacement or maintenance of the LED lamps is intended to be made by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person.
• (The above is only for reference. The actual configuration will depend on the physical product or statement by the distributor)

Start to use

• After transportation, please let the freezer stay for more than 2 hours before turning on the power, otherwise, it will lead to a decrease in cooling capacity or damage to the freezer.
• The freezer shall run 2 to 3 hours before loading fresh or frozen foods; the freezer shall run for more than 4 hours in summer in advance considering that the ambient temperature is high.
• Please pull out the plug in case of power failure or cleaning. Do not connect the freezer to the power supply within five minutes to prevent damage to the compressor due to successive starts.
• Use a tool (flat screwdriver or cone), insert it into the gap at the arrow position in the picture, and gently pry it open to the outside to open the flap.
• After the power cord is removed, the cover will then be covered in the opposite direction of the original opening.
• After opening the picture as shown below, remove the power cord from the hole.

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 direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing them 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.
• The appliance storage bin should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper towels. 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.
• 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.

MAINTENANCE OF FREEZER

Cleaning

• Dusts behind the freezer 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 is no debris. Clean the door gasket with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or diluted detergent.
• The interior of the freezer should be cleaned regularly to avoid odor.
• Please turn off the power before cleaning, and remove all food, baskets, containers, etc.
• Use a soft cloth or sponge to clean the inside of the freezer, 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 freezer(such as gaps or corners), it is recommended to wipe them regularly with a soft rag, soft brush, etc. and when necessary, combine them with some auxiliary tools (such as thin sticks) to ensure no contaminants or bacterial accumulation in these areas.
• Do not use soap, detergent, scrub powder, spray cleaner, etc., as these may cause odors in the interior of the freezer or contaminated food.
• Clean the baskets 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 freezer 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 toothpaste), organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone, banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items, which may damage the freezer 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.

Defrost

• The freezer shall be manually defrosted.
• Unplug the freezer and open the freezer door, remove foods and shelving basket before defrosting; Open the outflow hole and drainage hole (and place water container at the outflow hole);
• indoor frost will naturally melt, wipe the defrost water with a dry, soft cloth. When the frost softens, an ice scraper might be used to the accelerate de-icing process.
• Please remove the food and put it in a cool place when defrosting before removing accessories.
  • Other mechanical devices or other means shall not be used to accelerate except those recommended by the manufacturer. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

Stop using

• Foods can be preserved for a couple of hours even in summer in case of power failure; it is recommended to reduce the frequency of opening the door and not put fresh foods into the freezer. Please unplug the freezer left unused for a long time for cleaning. Keep the door open to avoid the bad odor.
• Do not turn the upside-down or vibrate the freezer, the carrying angle can not be greater than 45°. Do not hold the door and hinge when moving this unit.
  • Continuous operation is recommended when the freezer is started. Please do not stop the freezer under normal circumstances so as not to affect the freezer’s service life.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The following simple issues can be handled by the user. Please call the after- sale service department if the issues are not settled.

The device is not working| Check whether the freezer is plugged in and has power. Low voltage.

Whether the temperature control knob is in the work area. Failure of power or tripping circuit.

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Odor| Odorous foods should be closely wrapped. Whether foods are rotten.

Whether the interior shall be cleaned.

Long-term operation of the compressor| Normally, the freezer operates for a longer time in summer when the ambient temperature is higher.

Do not put too much food in the freezer at one time. Do not put foods until they are cooled.

Frequent opening of freezer door. Thick frost layer (defrost is needed).

The freezer door can not be properly closed| The freezer door is stuck by food packages. Too much food.

Unbalanced freezer.

Loud noise| Whether the floor is flat, whether the placement of the freezer is stable. Whether the freezer accessories are properly placed.
Transient difficulty in door opening| After refrigeration, there will be a pressure difference between the inside and outside of the freezer resulting in transient difficulty in the door opening. This is a normal physical phenomenon.
Freezer enclosure heat

Condensation

| The freezer enclosure may emit heat during operation, especially in summer, this is caused by the radiation of the condenser, and it is a normal phenomenon.

Condensation: The condensation phenomenon will be detected on the exterior surface and door seals of the freezer when the ambient humidity is large, this is a normal phenomenon, and the condensation can be wiped away with a dry towel.

Airflow sound Buzz Clatter| Refrigerants circulating in the refrigerant lines will produce an eruption of sound and grunts which is normal and does not affect the cooling effect.

Buzz will be generated by running compressor especially when starting up or shutting down.

The solenoid valve or electric switch valve will clatter which is a normal phenomenon and does not affect the operation.

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