INVENTUM RKK551B Freestanding Retro Cooler User Manual

INVENTUM RKK551B Freestanding Retro Cooler 
User Manual

1 safety instructions

• Please read these instructions before operating the appliance and retain for future use.
• Only use this appliance for the purposes described in the instruction. The appliance is suitable for storing food. It is possible to freeze fresh food in the freezer section.
• Only connect the appliance to alternate current, to an earthed wall socket, with a mains voltage that corresponds with the information provided on the information plate of the appliance.
• Do not use single/multiple adapters or extension cords.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, cord or appliance are damaged, or if the appliance no longer functions properly or if it is damaged in any other way. If this is the case, consult the shop or our technical service. Never replace the plug or cord yourself.
• The appliance must be moved and installed by two or more persons.
• Be careful when moving the appliance to prevent the floor from getting damaged.
• During installation, do make sure the power cable is not damaged.
• Check that the appliance is not placed too close to a heat source.
• In order to ensure proper ventilation, a free space of 10 cm should be maintained around the appliance.
• Never cover the ventilation openings.
• Make sure the cooling pipes do not get damaged.
• Install the appliance on a sturdy, flat and stable surface.
• Install the appliance in a dry and well ventilated room. The appliance is intended for use in a room where the ambient temperature falls within the applicable class, depending on the climate class found on the information plate on the back of the appliance.

• Do not store explosive or highly flammable substances in the appliance. The vapours could cause a fire hazard or an explosion.
• Do not store glass bottles or jars with liquids in the freezer, as they could break when frozen.
• Do not use mechanical, electrical or chemical agents to speed up the defrosting process.
• Make sure that children are unable to play with the appliance, such as hide in it. This is dangerous.
• Keep the appliance out of reach of children. Children do not see the dangers when handling electrical appliances. Therefore, never allow children to work with electrical appliances without supervision. Keep the appliance and cord out of reach of children younger than 8 years of age. Note: Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.
• The appliance can be used by children of 8 years and older and persons with a limited physical, sensory or mental capacity or lack of experience or knowledge, provided they use the appliance under supervision or have been instructed about its safe use and understand the hazards involved.
• The appliance may not be cleaned or maintained by children, unless this is done under supervision.
• Repairs to electrical appliances should only be performed by skilled persons. It is dangerous to perform a repair whereby the base unit of the appliance must be opened.
• Only use and store the appliance indoors.
• Never bend the power cord sharply or allow it to run across hot parts.
• Always remove the plug from the socket when the appliance must be cleaned or repaired.
• Never use the appliance with parts that are not recommended or supplied by the manufacturer.
• Do not pull the cord and/or appliance to remove the plug from the wall socket. Never touch the plug with wet or moist hands.
• Be careful with ice cubes and ice pops. If these are consumed directly out of the freezer, there is a risk of frostbite.
• Never submerge the appliance, cord or plug in water.
• The appliance cannot be used with a timer or separate remote control.
• This appliance is only suitable for household use. If the appliance is not used as intended, no compensation can be claimed in case of defects or accidents and the warranty will be invalidated.
• If you decide not to use the appliance any more due to a defect, we recommend cutting off the cord after removing the plug from the wall socket. Household appliances are not normal waste. Take the appliance to the waste processing department concerned of your municipality.

Refrigerant
The refrigerant isobutene (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable. During transportation and installation of the appliance, ensure that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit becomes damaged. The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable. WARNING: Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause eye injuries or ignition. Ensure that tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damage prior to proper disposal.

WARNING: Risk of fire/ flammable materials
If the refrigerant circuit should be damaged:
– Avoid open flames and sources of ignition.
– Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire, and/or electric shock.

2 appliance description

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Thermostat
2. Handle
3. Butter / cheese compartment
4. Bottle compartment
5. Adjustable foot
6. Vegetable drawer
7. Glass shelves

USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

Before using the appliance for the first time, you should proceed as follows: carefully unpack the appliance and remove all packaging material and any promotional stickers. Keep the packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene and cardboard) out of the reach of children. After unpacking the appliance, carefully check it for external damage that may have occurred during transport. Place the appliance on a sturdy, flat surface and make sure there is enough space all around for sufficient ventilation. A minimum space of 10 cm is required between the appliance and the surrounding walls. In this way the appliance is able to release heat properly, cool well and function in an energy efficient way.

• You can use the adjustable feet to the left and right to level the appliance.
• Turn the adjustable feet clockwise to raise the appliance.
• Turn the adjustable feet counter-clockwise to lower the appliance.

Do not place the appliance near heat sources such as central heating or a stove. Do take note of the climate class of the appliance. When placed in a room that is too cold, the refrigerator will not function properly.

After placing the appliance, leave it for at least 3 hours before inserting the plug in the socket. First clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm soapy water with, for instance, washing-up liquid, all-purpose cleaner or soda. Wipe the inside of the appliance after cleaning with clean water and properly wipe everything dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours.

3 before the first use

Before you use the appliance for the first time, please do as follows: Carefully unpack the appliance and remove all the packaging material and any promotional stickers. Keep the material (protective foil, plastic, polystyrene and cardboard) out of reach of children. Check the appliance after unpacking for any damage, possible from transportation. Place the appliance on a flat and stable surface. Make sure there is enough open space around the appliance for the intake and/or outlet vents. A minimum clearance of 10 cm is required between the appliance and any adjacent walls. The appliance needs good ventilation for easy dissipation of heat, high efficiency of refrigeration and low power consumption. Make sure the appliance is placed in a level horizontal position by screwing in the two adjustable front legs. Do not place the appliance next to radiators, heaters, stoves or in direct sunlight. Note: check the climat class of the appliance. When installing the appliance in a environment that is not suitable, the appliance can not function properly.

Leave the appliance to stand for at least 3 hours before you insert the plug into the socket.

First clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm water and a neutral detergent. After cleaning, rinse the interior with clean water and rub dry. Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours.

CONNECTION TO THE MAINS
The appliance features internal controls. Check whether the thermostat is off [OFF]. Check that the voltage in your home corresponds with the voltage printed on the back of the appliance and plug it in a socket.

4 usage

The appliance features internal controls. Check whether the thermostat (1) is set on OFF. Check that the voltage in your home corresponds with the voltage printed on the back of the appliance and plug it in a socket. Set the temperature with the thermostat (1) and choose a setting between 1 and 6. We advise to set the appliance on setting 3 or 4. The appliance now cools continuously until the set temperature has been reached. Do not place anything in the appliance until the set temperature is reached. This usually takes 2 or 3 hours. Then set the thermostat at the desired setting and place food into the refrigerator.

Set the appliance on a higher setting when the ambient air temperature rises to maintain the temperature inside the appliance.

To turn the appliance off, set the thermostat (2) to OFF.

Note: The ambient air temperature, how often the door is opened and the position of the appliance can affect the internal temperature. These factors must be taken into account when setting the thermostat.

• Do not put hot food into the refrigerator.
• Never introduce volatile, inflammable or explosive fluids such as alcohol, acetone or petrol because of the risk of explosion.
• It is advisable to wrap meat and fish to avoid odours.
• Leave sufficient space between the food to enable air to circulate correctly between them. Similarly, when storing them, avoid putting food items in contact with each other.
• Do not place food items in contact with the cold wall at the back of the appliance. The shelves have a stop to avoid this.
• The door should not be left open any longer than necessary.
• Do not freeze too large an amount of food at one time; the faster the food is frozen, the longer is preserves its qualities.

5 tips

• High ambient temperatures have a negative effect on energy use. Keep the appliance in a position away from direct sunlight or other sources of heat.
• Keep ventilation openings free. Clogged openings lead to higher use of energy.
• Try not to open the door too often, especially when the weather is wet and hot. Once you open the door, mind to close it as soon as possible.
• The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment must be unobstructed to allow the cool air to circulate. Therefore don’t place any food items against the back.
• Turn the thermostat to a lower setting when the circumstances allow it.
• Before storing fresh cooked food, make sure the food has cooled at least to room temperature.
• If the gasket is damaged or if it turns out that the sealing is poor, the energy consumption is substantially higher. To restore efficiency, replace the gasket.
• Always consider the instructions, otherwise the energy consumption is substantially higher.

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-start compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

Note: please store different foods according to the compartments or target storage temperature of your purchased products.
– 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.

Water dispenser cleaning (special for water dispenser products):
– 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.

WARNING -Food needs to be packed in bags before putting into the refrigerator, and liquids need to be packed in bottles or capped containers to avoid the problem that the product design structure is not easy to clean.

6 cleaning & maintenance

CLEANING THE LARDER

Frost settles on the rear wall of the cooling compartment. It is removed automatically. During the defrosting, the condensate, which can contain contaminants may clog the water discharge opening. Should it occur, carefully unclog the water discharge opening with the cleaning plug.

• Turn the thermostat off [OFF] and unplug the appliance.
• Open the door and remove the food. Keep the contents of the larder in a cool place and wrapped in blankets or newspapers.
• Clean the interior of the appliance. Use warm water and a neutral detergent to prevent any bad smells occurring. After cleaning, rinse the interior with clean water and rub dry.
• Leave the appliance to dry for 1 to 2 hours. Simply remove the drawers, the glass shelves and the door compartments to clean them by hand. Do not clean the interior accessories in the dishwasher.
• Clean the outside of the appliance and the gasket with a soft moist cloth.
• Switch the thermostat on to the right setting. When the larder reaches its correct temperature, replace the food items.

REPLACING THE LED LIGHTING

7 troubleshooting

Certain sounds can be heard during normal use of the appliance, which do not affect its correct operation.
Sounds, which can be easily prevented:

• noise caused by the appliance which is not level – adjust the position with the adjustable turn-in front feet. Alternatively, place pads made of soft material under the rear rollers, especially when the appliance is placed on tiles.
• touching the adjacent piece of furniture – move the refrigerator away.
• creaking of the drawers or shelves – take out and put back the drawer or shelf.
• sounds of clinking bottles – move bottles apart.

Sounds heard during normal use are mainly due to operation of the thermostat, compressor (switching on) and cooling system (thermal expansion and contraction of the radiator caused by flow of the cooling agent).

8 product fiche

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