Midea RETRO SERIES MDRD142SLE Refrigerator User Manual

Midea RETRO SERIES MDRD142SLE Refrigerator

Specifications

• Product model: MDRD142SLE
• Rated Voltage/Frequency: 220-240V~/50Hz
• Rated Current: 0.5A
• Total Volume: 93L
• Fresh Food Compartment Volume: 93L
• Refrigerant, Amount : R600a, 24g
• Overall Dimension (W x D x H): 488x440x835mm

Product Overview

1. Convenience compartment
2. Small door
3. Thermostat knob
4. Drain tray
5. Glass Shelf
6. Fruits and vegetables box (optional)
7. Leveling foot
8. Toolbar
9. Door handle

Product Installation

Install Instruction:
For refrigerating appliances with climate class ambient temperature range as specified in the following table:

Dimensions and clearances:

• Required space for air circulation: >100mm
• Top View: >100mm >100mm >100mm >100mm

Installation of Door Handle (Optional)

1. As shown in the figure, align the two round holes inside the handle base with the reserved holes on the door, and use the self-contained Phillips screwdriver to fasten the two hexagon screws until the handle base does not shake.
2. Align the handle with the upper and lower guide slots on the handle base, and push the handle horizontally from left to right as shown in the figure until it reaches the end.
3. Align the countersunk screw with the reserved hole on the lower side of the handle and secure it tightly.

Attention: To remove the handle, you need to remove the screw first, and then slightly shake the handle to push it out in the opposite direction (from right to left). Be careful not to push it hard horizontally to avoid hitting your fingers.

Warning notices : Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with your dealer or manufacturer for details. The diagram above is just for reference. Please take the appearance of the actual product as the standard.

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SPECIFICATIONS

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Names of components

1. Convenience compartment
2. Small door
3. Thermostat knob
4. Drain tray
5. Glass Shelf
6. Fruits and vegetables box (optional)
7. Leveling foot
8. Toolbar
9. Door handle

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

PRODUCT INSTALLATION

Install Instruction
For refrigerating appliances with climate class

• Depending on the climate class, this refrigerator is intended to be used at an ambient temperature range as specified in the following table.
• The climate class can be found on the rating plate. The product may not operate properly at temperatures outside of the specific range.
• You can find the climate class on the product label.

Effective temperature range
The product is designed to operate normally in the temperature range specified by its class rating.

Dimensions and clearances
Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in the degradation of freezing capability and increased electricity costs. Allow over 100 mm of clearance from each adjacent wall when installing the appliance.

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

Space requirement diagram (when the door is open and when the door is closed)

Width

| Overall Height|

Depth

| Width doors open 135o| Depth doors open 135o
---|---|---|---|---
A| B| C| D| E
488| 835| 440| 970| 890

Notice : All dimensions in mm.

Installation of door handle (optional)

1. As shown in the figure, align the two round holes inside the handle base with the reserved holes on the door, and use the self-contained Phillips screwdriver to fasten the two hexagon screws until the handle base does not shake.
2. Align the handle with the upper and lower guide slots on the handle base, and push the handle horizontally from left to right as shown in the figure until it reaches the end.
3. Align the countersunk screw with the reserved hole on the lower side of the handle and secure it tightly.

ATTENTION
To remove the handle, you need to remove the screw first, and then slightly shake the handle to push it out in the opposite direction (from right to left). Be careful not to push it hard horizontally to avoid hitting your fingers.

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

Leveling feet

• To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled.
• If required, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for the uneven floor.
• The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing.
• Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly.
• Turn the leveling screws counterclockwise to raise the unit, clockwise to lower it.

Drain tray

Operation guide:

1. Open the small door and pull out the drain tray.
2. Empty the water in the drain tray and put the drain tray back.

Tips for energy saving

• Do not place the appliance near cookers, radiators or other heat sources. If the ambient temperature is high, the compressor will run more frequently and for longer, resulting in increased energy consumption.
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation at the base of the appliance, on the sides of the appliance and at the back of the appliance. Never cover ventilation openings.
• Please also observe the spacing dimensions in the chapter “Installation”.
• The arrangement of drawers, shelves and racks as shown in the illustration offers the most efficient use of energy and should therefore be retained as far as possible. All drawers and shelves should remain in the appliance to keep the temperature stable and save energy.
• An evenly filled refrigerator/freezer compartment contributes to optimal energy use. Therefore, avoid empty or half-empty compartments.
• Allow warm food to cool before placing it in the refrigerator/freezer. Food that has already cooled down increases energy efficiency.
• Open the door only as briefly as necessary to minimize cold loss. Opening the door briefly and closing it properly reduces energy consumption.
• The door seals of your appliance must be perfectly intact so that the doors close properly and energy consumption is not increased unnecessarily.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Control panel

• The figures do not mean a specific set temperature, but temperature level.
  • “COLD” means the warmest setting
  • “COLDER” means the coldest setting
  • The higher the figure is, the lower the actual temperature inside the refrigerator shall be.
  • “OFF” means stop running.
• Please adjust between “cold” and “colder” gear. Recommended gear: “normal”

ATTENTION
The actual control panel may differ from model to model.

Tips on storing food
Cooling compartment

• To reduce moisture and subsequent ice build-up, never put liquid into the refrigerator in unsealed containers. Frost tends to concentrate in the coolest parts of the evaporator. Storing uncovered liquids results in a more frequent need for defrosting.
• Never put warm foods in the refrigerator. These should first cool down at room temperature and then be placed so as to ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator.
• Foods or food containers should not touch the back wall of the refrigerator because they could freeze to the wall. Do not keep regularly opening the door of the refrigerator.
• Meat and clean fish (packed in a package or plastic foil) can be placed in the refrigerator, which can be used in 1–2 days.
• Fruit and vegetables without packaging can be placed in the part designated for fresh fruit and vegetables.

ATTENTION
The optimal temperature setting of each compartment depends on the ambient temperature. Above optimal temperature is based on the ambient temperature of 25 °C.

Order

|

Compartments TYPE

| Target stor- age temp. [°C]|

Appropriate food

---|---|---|---

1

|

Fridge

|

+2 ~ +8

| Eggs, cooked food, packaged food, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cakes, drinks and other foods are not suitable for freezing.

2

|

(**)-Freezer

|

£-18

| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.

3

|

***-Freezer

|

£-18

| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.

4

|

**-Freezer

|

£-12

| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.

5

|

*-Freezer

|

£-6

| Seafood (fish, shrimp, shellfish), freshwater aquatic products and meat products (recommended for 3 months, the longer the storage time, the worse the taste and nutrition), suitable for frozen fresh food.

6

|

0-star

|

-6 ~ 0

| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, some packaged processed foods, etc. (Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably no more than 3 days).

Partially encapsulated processed foods (non- freezable foods).

7

|

Chill

|

-2 ~ +3

| Fresh/ frozen pork, beef, chicken, freshwater aquatic products, etc. (7 days below 0°C and above 0°C is recommended for consumption within that day, preferably no more than 2 days).Seafood (less than 0 for 15 days, it is not recommended to store above 0°C.

8

|

Fresh food

|

0 ~ +4

| Fresh pork, beef, fish, chicken, cooked food, etc. (Recommended to eat within the same day, preferably no more than 3 days)
9| Wine| +5 ~ +20| Red wine, white wine, sparkling wine, etc.

ATTENTION
please store different foods according to the compartments or target storage temperature of your purchased.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Defrosting
The refrigerator shall be manually defrosted.

• Disconnect the plug from the wall socket, open the door and remove all the food to a cool place. It is recommended to remove the frost with a plastic scraper or let the temperature rise naturally until the frost melts. Then wipe away the remaining ice and water, and plug in a socket for switching on the refrigerator.
• It is normal for the evaporator in the refrigerator to frost in use. When you manually defrost, please use the drain tray to connect the defrosting water.

ATTENTION
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

• 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. Please leave the doors open to prevent odor.

• Moving:
  Before the refrigerator is moved, take all objects inside out, fix the glass partitions, vegetable holder, freezing chamber drawers etc. with tape, and tighten the leveling feet; close the doors and seal 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°.

ATTENTION
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. 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 doors.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

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

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

Door can not be properly closed

| • The door is stuck by food packages too much food is placed
• The refrigerator is tiltedr.

Loud noises

| • Check whether the floor is level and whether the refrigerator is placed stably
• Check whether accessories are placed at proper locations

Hot housing

| • Heat dissipation of the built-in condenser via the housing, which is normal when housing becomes hot due to high ambient temperature, storage of too much food or shutdown of the compressor is shut down, 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.

Special for new European standard
The ordered parts in the following table can be acquired from Service provider channel

last model is launched on the market
Temperature sensors| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Printed circuit boards| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Light sources| Professional maintenance personnel| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door handles| Professional repairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door hinges| Professional repairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Trays| Professional repairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Baskets| Professional repairers and final users| At least 7 years after the last model is launched on the market
Door gaskets| Professional repairers and final users| At least 10 years after the last model is launched on the market

Dear customer

1. If you want to return or replace the product, please contact the store where you buy. (Remember to bring the purchase invoice)
2. If your product breaks down which needs to be repaired, please contact an after-sales service provider.

ATTENTION
The model information inthe product database, as well as the model identifier, can be obtained through a weblink scanned by a QR code, if any, on the energy efficiency label of the product.

For more information about the energy efficiency of the appliance, visit https://ec.europa.eu and search using the model name.

The model name can be found on the rating label of the appliance.

The coldest zone in the refrigerator

OPTIONAL : OK-temperature indicator
The OK-temperature indicator can be used to determine temperatures below +4°C. Gradually reduce the temperature if the sign does not indicate “OK”.

To ensure the temperature in this area, do not change the positioning of the shelf. Inforced air refrigerators (equipped with a fan or No Frost models), the symbol of the coldest zone is not represented because the temperature inside is homogeneous.

Temperature indicator setting

• To help you set your refrigerator well, it is equipped with a temperature indicator that will monitor the average temperature in the coldest zone.
• WARNING : This indicator is intended to work only with your refrigerator, do not use it in another refrigerator (in fact, the coldest zone is not the same), or for any other use.

Checking the temperature in the coldest zone

• With the temperature indicator, you can check regularly that the temperature of the coldest zone is correct. Indeed, the internal temperature of the refrigerator depends on several factors such as the ambient temperature of the room, the amount of food stored, and the frequency of door opening. Take these factors into consideration when setting the device.
• When the indicator shows « OK », this means that your thermostat is well adjusted and the internal temperature correct.
• If the indicator of temperature turns WHITE, this means that the temperature is too high; in this case, increase the refrigerator temperature control setting and wait for 12 hours before performing a new visual inspection of the indicator. When fresh food has been introduced or the door has been left open, it is possible for the indicator of temperature to turn WHITE after a while.

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FAQ

Q: How do I adjust the thermostat settings?
A: To adjust the thermostat settings, turn the thermostat knob to your desired temperature setting. Refer to the user manual for recommended temperature settings based on your usage needs.

Q: Can I use this refrigerator in a garage or outdoor setting?
A: This refrigerator is designed to operate within specific temperature ranges. Consult the user manual to ensure that the ambient temperature of your garage or outdoor area falls within the recommended range for proper operation.

Q: Is it normal for water to collect in the drain tray?
A: Yes, it is normal for water to collect in the drain tray as part of the defrosting process. Make sure to empty and clean the drain tray regularly to prevent overflow.

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