EdgeStar CRF321SS User manual

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CRF321SS

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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS.................................................................................................................... 2
INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................... 3
Clearance Requirements ................................................................................................... 3
Reversing the Door Swing ................................................................................................. 3
Door Space Requirements................................................................................................. 4
Leveling the Unit................................................................................................................ 5
Cleaning Prior to Use......................................................................................................... 5
Before Using Your Unit ...................................................................................................... 5
Interior Accessories ........................................................................................................... 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................ 6
OPERATION............................................................................................................................ 6
Adjusting the Temperature ............................................................................................... 6
Normal Sounds .................................................................................................................. 6
Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit...................................................................................... 7
CLEANING .................................................................................................................................. 7
Defrosting .......................................................................................................................... 7
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit ............................................................ 7
Cleaning Tips...................................................................................................................... 8
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................... 8
Changing the Internal Light ............................................................................................... 8
Care When Handling / Moving Your Unit.......................................................................... 8
Servicing ............................................................................................................................ 8
Switching Off for Long Periods of Time............................................................................. 8
Trouble shooting ....................................................................................................................... 9
Before Calling for Help ...................................................................................................... 9
Trouble Shooting Continued ........................................................................................... 10
Helpful Hints:................................................................................................................... 10
Tips for Energy Saving...................................................................................................... 10
DISPOSAL ......................................................................................................................... 11
Specifications........................................................................................................................... 12

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SAFETY WARNINGS
1) WARNING―Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.
2) WARNING―Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
3) WARNING―Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
4) WARNING―Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
5) The appliance has to be unplugged after use and before carrying out user maintenance on
the appliance.
6) 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.
7) 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.
8) Please abandon the refrigerator according to local regulators for it use flammable blowing
gas and refrigerant.
9) Please follow local regulations regarding disposal of the appliance for its flammable
refrigerant and blowing gas. Before you scrap the appliance, please take off the doors to
prevent children trapped.
10) 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.
11) Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this
appliance.
IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE
PERSONNEL TOCARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE
REMOVAL OF COVERS.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS
YOURSELF.

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INSTALLATION
Clearance Requirements
When selecting a position for your unit you should make sure the floor is flat and firm, and the
room is well ventilated. Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or
radiator. Also avoid direct sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption. Extreme cold
ambient temperatures may also cause the unit not to perform properly. This unit is not
designed for use in a garage or outdoor installation. Do not drape the unit with any covering.
When installing the unit, ensure that 20 cm of free space is left at both sides, 15 cm at the rear
and 20 cm at the top of the unit. This will allow cold air to circulate around the cooler and
improve the efficiency of the cooling process. The door can be opened to the right or the left,
depending on what better suits the location. Please ensure there is adequate space for the
door to fully open.
Reversing the Door Swing
Tools Required: Phillips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner
◆If you want to have the door swing reversed, we recommend that you contact a
qualified technician. You should only try to reverse the door yourself if you believe
that you are qualified to do so.
◆Ensure the unit is unplugged and empty.
◆Adjust the two levelling feet to their highest position.
◆To take the door of it is necessary to tilt the unit backwards. You should rest the unit
on something solid so that it will not slip during the door reversing process.
◆All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door.
◆Do not lay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system.
◆We recommend that 2 people handle the unit during assembly.
1) Start by removing the bracket from the bottom of the
refrigerator.
2) Unscrew the two screws from the bottom bracket.
Remove the foot from opposite side.

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3) Slide the door down, away from the hinge pin located on the top of
the door.
4) Remove the top cover first. Then unscrew the two screws from top
bracket and replace on the other side.
5) To install the bracket on the left side of the appliance,
screw the two screws through the bracket and into the top
of the appliance. Slide the door back on to the top hinge.
Ensure the door is face up. Replace the top cover on the
top bracket by screw the two screws.
6) Screw the bottom hinge into place on the new side.
Replace the foot on the other side.
7) Check that the door is aligned horizontally and vertically and that
the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the
bottom hinge. Readjust the leveling feet.
Door Space Requirements
The unit's door must be able to open fully as shown.
W×D≥800mm×780mm
W
D

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Leveling the Unit
To do this, adjust the two levelling feet at the front of the unit. If
the unit is not level, the door and magnetic seal alignments will
not be covered properly.
Cleaning Prior to Use
Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with warm
water using a 'Wrung-out' sponge or cloth. Wash the shelves and salad bin in warm soapy
water and dry completely before replacing in the unit. Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp
cloth.
If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
Before Using Your Unit
Before placing any food in your unit, turn it on and wait for 24 hours, to make sure it is working
properly and to allow it time to fall to the correct temperature. Your unit should not be overfilled.
◆Before Plugging in
You must check that you have a socket which is compatible with the plug supplied
with the unit.
◆Before Turning On!
Do not turn on until two hours after moving the unit. The coolant fluid needs time to
settle.
Interior Accessories
Various glass or plastic storage shelves are included with your appliance - different models
have different combinations. You should always slide one of the full size glass storage shelves
into the lowest set of guides, above the fruit and vegetable containers, and keep it in this
position. To do this, pull the storage shelf forward until it can be swiveled upwards or
downwards and removed.
Please do the same in reverse to insert the shelf at a different height.
In order to make the most of the volume of the fresh food storage compartment and
frozen-food storage compartment, the user can remove one or more shelves, drawers, out of
the appliance, according to your daily use.

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
emperatUre control
Glass
bottle rack
Vegetable and f ruit crisper
*All images in this instruction manual are for indication only; please refer to your individual unit
for details.
OPERATION
Adjusting the Temperature
When using the refrigerator-freezer for the first time or after defrosting,
turn the temperature control to setting “MAX” for at least two hours before
introducing the food to be stored. All frozen food products you purchase
should be placed in the freezer compartment as soon as possible to avoid
the frozen food from defrosting. Storage recommendation printed on the
packaging of frozen food by the manufacturers should be always be
followed. Be careful that the drawer doesn’t mangle the refrigeration
pipeline.
Normal Sounds
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 more 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.
MAX
MED
MIN
OFF
Temperature Control
Glass Shelves
Fruit and Vegetable Crisper
Bottle Rack

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Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit
◆Cooked meats/fishes should always be stored on a shelf above raw meats/fishes to avoid
bacterial transfer. Keep raw meats/fishes in a container which is large enough to collect
juices and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest shelf.
◆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 favors and drying out, pack or cover the food separately. Fruit and
vegetables do not need to be wrapped.
◆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.
CLEANING
Defrosting
Frost may accumulate on the inner rear surface of the appliance which will
automatically defrost during the off cycle of the compressor. Water is
channeled via the drain hole to the collection tray above the compressor
where it will evaporate. Please ensure the drain hole is checked and
cleaned on a regular basis so water can exit the storage compartment.
Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit
◆Remove all the shelves and the salad bin. To remove the salad bin first remove the lower
door shelf.
◆Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda and then rinse with
warm water using a“wrung-out” sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the
shelves and salad bin.
◆Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior, and then wipe with a standard furniture polish.
Make sure that the door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door seal or
inside the unit.
◆The grille of the condenser at the back of the unit and the adjacent components can be
vacuumed using a soft brush attachment.

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Cleaning Tips
Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to a change in room
temperature. Wipe of any moisture residue. If the problem continues, please contact a
qualified technician for assistance.
MAINTENANCE
Changing the Internal Light
Contact a professional electrician to remove and replace the cabinet’s lamp.
Care When Handling / Moving Your Unit
Hold the unit around its sides or base when moving it. Under no circumstances should it be
lifted by holding the edges of the top surface.
Servicing
The unit should be serviced by an authorized engineer and only genuine spare parts should be
used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the unit yourself. Repairs carried
out by inexperienced person may cause injury or serious malfunction. Contact a qualified
technician.
Switching Off for Long Periods of Time
When the unit is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains supply, empty
all food and clean the appliance, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.

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Trouble shooting
Before Calling for Help
If the unit appears to be malfunctioning, read through the OPERATION section of this manual
first. If the problem persists, check the Troubleshooting Guide below and on the following page.
The problem could be something that can easily be solved or explained.
Symptoms Possible causes Solutions
The unit turns on and off frequently.
The room temperature is higher
than the recommended ambient
environment.
Run the cooler at the appropriate ambient
temperature.
The door is being opened often. Minimize the number of times the door is
opened.
The door is not completely closed. Make sure the door is completely closed.
The door gasket is not sealing
properly.
Make sure the door gasket is properly
sealing.
The cooler is not sufficiently
ventilated.
This unit requires adequate air circulation
behind the appliance.
The unit does not turn on.
There is a power failure. Ensure the cooler is plugged in and the
power outlet has power.
The cooler is not plugged in. Plug the unit in to a power outlet that has
sufficient amperage.
A house fuse has blown or the
circuit breaker is tripped.
Replace the broken fuse in your fuse box
or reset the breaker.
The refrigerator / freezer will not
reach the desired temperature
The cooler is placed too close to a
heat source.
Keep the cooler away from direct sun light
or other heat sources.
The cooler is not sufficiently
ventilated.
This unit requires adequate air circulation
behind the appliance.
The door is opened too frequently
or for a long period of time.
Close the door tightly and do not open the
door too frequently or for a long period of
time.
The unit is making strange noises
Certain sounds are normal. Read the “Normal Sounds” section.
The unit is not level or is touching
another appliance.
Check to make sure that the cooler is level,
and that it is not in contact with another
appliance or furniture.
The body of the refrigerator /
freezer is electrified. The unit is not grounded properly. Contact your local electrician to test your
electrical grounding system.