Hisense PureFlat RF22B3FSE User manual

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USER’S OPERATION MANUAL
Before operating this unit, please read this manual
thoroughly, and retain for future reference.
RF22B3FSE
English
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Safety and warning information .....................................................................................................................
Installing your new appliance...........................................................................................................................
Description of the appliance..............................................................................................................................
Display controls.............................................................................................................................................................
Using your appliance................................................................................................................................................
Cleaning and care....................................................................................................................................................
Helpful hints and tips...............................................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................
Disposal of the appliance...................................................................................................................................
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Contents
Thank you for choosing Hisense. We are sure you will find your new refrigerator a
pleasure to use. However, before you use the appliance, we recommend that you
carefully read the instructions, which provide details about installing and using
the product. Please keep this manual for future reference.

For your safety and correct usage before installing and first using the appliance,
read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid
unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to make sure that all people
using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with it operation and safety features.
Save these instructions and be sure that they remain with the appliance if it is
moved or sold, so that anyone using it throughout its life, will be properly informed
on its usage and safety notices. For the safety of life and property, keep the
precautions of these user's instructions as the manufacturer is not responsible for
damages caused by omission.
Safety and warning information
WARNING
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.
When disposing of the appliance do so only at an authorized waste disposal
center. Do not expose to flame.
Connect to potable water supply only.
If the SUPPLY CORD is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable
propellant in this appliance.
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Safety and warning information
General safety and daily use
It is important to use your appliance safely. We recommend that you follow
the guidelines below.
Store any food in accordance with the storage instructions from the
manufacturer.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications
such as
1. staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
2. farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
3. bed and breakfast type environments;
4. catering and similar non-retail application.
Don’t try to repair the appliance yourself. It is dangerous to alter the
specifications or modify this product in any way. Any damage to the power
cord may cause a short circuit, fire or electric shock.
Don’t place too much food directly against the air outlet on the rear wall of
both the refrigerator and freezer compartment, as it may affect important air
circulation.
Don’t place hot items near the plastic components of this appliance.
Frozen food must not be refrozen once it has been thawed out.
Don’t store bottled or canned drinks (especially carbonated drinks) in the
freezer compartment. Bottles and cans may explode.
Use caution consuming popsicle or ice cubes straight from the freezer as this
can cause freezer burn to the mouth and lips.
In order to sense the temperature and humidity near the appliance and
make the appliance run better, temperature and humidity sensor are added
outside the box of appliance.
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Safety and warning information
Unpack and check through the appliance. Should any damage be evident,
don’t plug in the appliance but contact the shop immediately from which
you purchased it. Keep all packing materials in this case.
We recommend that you wait for 4 hours before connecting the appliance to
allow the refrigerant to flow back into the compressor.
The appliance must be applied with single phase alternating current of
110~115V/60Hz. If the voltage fluctuates exceeding the upper limit, A.C.
automatic voltage regulator of more than 350W should be applied to the
refrigerator for safety use.
The power plug must be accessible when the appliance is installed.
Electrical Safety
To avoid the risks that are always present when using an electric appliance,
we recommend that you pay attention to the instructions about electricity
below.
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.
Keep all packaging away from children to avoid risk of suffocation.
Protect children from being scalded by touching the compressor at the rear
bottom of appliance.
Do not place items on top of the appliance as this could cause injury should
they fall off.
Never allow children to play with the appliance by hanging or standing over
or on the doors, racks, shelves and drawers etc.
Safety for children and others who are vulnerable people
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This appliance must be grounded.
This appliance is fitted with a plug, in accordance with local standard. The
plug should be suitable for use in all houses fitted with sockets in accordance
with current specifications.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and
carefully disposed of. To avoid a possible shock hazard, do not insert the
discarded plug into a socket. If in doubt contact a qualified, registered
electrician.
Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets which could cause
overloading of wiring circuits and could cause a fire. Always plug your
appliance into its own individual electrical socket which has a voltage rating
that matched the rating plate.
Make sure that the plug is not squashed or damaged. Otherwise, it may
cause short circuit, electric shock or overheat and event cause a fire.
Do not insert the power plug if the socket is loose, there is a risk of electric
shock or fire.
Switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the main power before you
clean or move it.
Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the electrical cord, Always grip the
plug firmly and pull straight out from the socket to prevent damaging the
power cord.
Do not operate the appliance without the cover of interior lighting.
Any electrical component must be replaced or repaired by a qualified
electrician or authorized service engineer. Only genuine replacement parts
should be used.
Do not use electrical appliances such as ice cream makers inside the food
storage compartments of the appliance unless they are approved by the
manufacturer.
Electrical Safety
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Safety and warning information
The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained with the refrigerant circuit of
the appliance. During transportation and installation of the appliance, ensure
that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
The refrigerant (R600a) is flammable.
Refrigerant
Caution: Risk of Fire
Don’t store products which contain flammable propellants (e.g. spray cans)
or explosive substances in the appliances.
Should the refrigerant circuit be damaged:
Avoid open flames (candles, lamps etc,) and other sources of ignition.
Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.
Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
DANGER
To Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator of
freezer:
To avoid eye injury, do not look directly into the LED light located in the
refrigerator compartment. If it is not functioning correctly, consult a qualified,
registered electrician or replace it in accordance with the “Cleaning and
Care” chapter.
Electrical Safety

Installing your new appliance
Before using the appliance for the first
time, you should be aware of the
following tips.
In order to improve efficiency of
the cooling system and save
energy, it is necessary to maintain
good ventilation around the
appliance for the dissipation of
heat. For this reason, sufficient
clear space should be available
around the refrigerator.
Suggestion:
It is advisable for there to be at
least 50mm (2'') of clearance from
the back to the wall, at least 12mm
(1/2'') clearance from its top, at
least 12mm (1 2'') from its side to/
the wall and a clear space in front
to allow the doors to open 160°. As
shown in the following diagrams.
Ventilation of appliance
Relevant information (mm)
790
W
338
W1
338
W2
730
D
1151
D1
Stand your appliance in a dry place to
avoid high moisture damage. Keep the
appliance out of direct sunlight, rain or
frost. Stand the appliance away from
heat sources such as stoves, fires or
heaters.
This appliance performs well in the
environment temperature from
12.8°C (55°F) to 43.3°C (110°F). It may
not work properly if being left at a
temperature above or below the
indicated range for a long period.
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12mm
50mm
12mm
1725mm
≥1/2''
D1
W2
W
D
≥1/2''
W1
D2
1285
D2

adjustable bottom feet
For sufficient leveling and air
circulating in the lower rear section of
the appliance, the bottom feet may
need to be adjusted. Please use a
suitable spanner.
To allow the doors to self-close, tilt
back the top backwards at about
15mm or 0.5° by turning the
adjustable feet.
Whenever you want to move the
appliance, remember to turn the feet
back up, so that the appliance can
roll freely. Reinstall the appliance
when relocating.
Leveling of appliance
For proper installation, this
refrigerator must be placed on a
level surface of hard material
that is the same height as the
rest of the flooring, This surface
should be strong enough to
support a fully loaded
refrigerator.
The rollers, which are not castors,
should be only used for forward
or backward movement. Moving
the refrigerator sideways may
damage your floor and the
rollers.
Warning
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10 15mm-
0.5°
adjustable bottom feet

Installing your new appliance
Refrigerator Door Removal
In case your home access door is too
narrow for the refrigerator to pass
through, remove the refrigerator doors
and drawers.
Tools you will need(Not provided):
Allen Wrench (5/32'', 4mm)
Philips Screwdriver
Wrench (5/16'', 8mm)
2. Remove the screws(2) fixed on the
upper hinges with a wrench(5/16'', 8mm)
and the ground screw(3) attached to
the hinge with Phillips(+) screwdriver.
Remove the upper left and right door
hinges(4).
1. With the door closed, remove the 3
screws holding the top cover (1) with
Philips(+) screwdriver, and then remove
the top cover.
3. Use both hands to open the door
more than 90°. Lift it up and take it off.
4. Remove the screws(5) fixed on the
middle hinges with a allen
wrench(5/32'', 4mm) and the screw(6)
fixed on the middle hinges with
Phillips(+) screwdriver. Remove the
middle left and right hinges(7).
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Freezer Door Removal
There is one door in freezer
compartment. It provide with an upper
drawer with a ice box and a lower
drawer.
You can follow below steps to
disassemble the drawers and door.
1.Pull out the freezer door and the upper
drawer(1) to the final position.
2. Take out the ice storage box(2)(if
equipped).
3. Remove the 2 screws(3) fixed on the
upper drawer with Phillips(+)
screwdriver.
4. Take out the upper drawer by lifting it
up from the rail system.
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5. Take out the lower drawer(5) by lifting
it up.
6. Remove the 2 screws(6) holding the
support with Phillips(+) screwdriver.
To reattach the doors and drawers after
you moved the appliance to its final
location, assemble the parts in reverse
order.
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7. Remove the freezer door by lifting it
up.
Re-assemlbing the doors
Installing the water lines
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In order for the ice maker to operate
properly, a water line is required. You
may need to purchase a water
purifying system to do that. The water
connection must be made by a
qualified plumber. If the refrigerator is
installed in an area with low water
pressure (below 30psi/207KPa), you can
install a booster pump to compensate
for the low pressure.
-the maximum inlet water pressure is
700kPa;
-the minimum inlet water pressure is
207kPa.

Installing your new appliance
The water connection must be
made by a qualified plumber.
Operation outside the water
pressure range may cause
malfunction, severe and
damaging water leaks.
Under normal conditions, a
200cc (5.75 oz.) cup can be filled
in about 10 seconds.
If the refrigerator is installed in an
area with low water pressure
(below 30psi), you can install a
booster pump to compensate for
the low pressure.
If you turn the refrigerator on
before the water is connected,
turn off the ice maker.
Warning
4. You need to purchase several item to
complete this connection. You may find
these items sold as a kit at local
hardware store.
2 clips
1/4'' extension
tubing 1 Coupler
1. First,shut off the main water supply.
Connecting to the water supply
line
1. Power drill and 1/4 drill bit."
2. 1/2 or adjustable wrench."
3. Flatblade and Philips-head
screwdrivers.
Saddle type shut off valve (1/4" outlet)-
one 1/4''
compression nut
1 ferrule
( )sleeve
What you need to have before you
start
2. Using the power drill and a 1/4’’ drill bit
drill into the cold-water line and
connect the saddle-type shutoff valve.
Cold water line
Pipe clamp
Shut off valve
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4 Flush the tubing. Turn the main water.
supply on and flush out the tubing until
the water is clear. Then, shut the water
off at the water valve after about a
quart of water has flushed through the
tubing.
Saddle-type
shutoff valve
Packing
nut
Outllet valve
Compression
nut
1/4”Extension
tubing
Ferrule (sleeve)
5 Connect the extension tubing line.
with the line on the back of the fridge
with the coupler. Fully insert the
extension tubing into the coupler, and
then insert the clip onto the coupler to
lock up the tubing. Do the same with
the other end. After both of clips are
inserted, check the line to make sure it is
held firmly by the clips.
Clip
Water
line
Coupler
Water
line
Ensure that the water line does
not get pinched or bent when
installing. This can result in
improper water flow through the
line and will affect the
functionality of the fridge.
Note
6. Turn the water on and check for
leakage.
Check to see if leaks occur at the
water line connections.
Caution
3. Connect 1/4 extension tubing to"
shutoff valve outlet.
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abcaFerrule (Sleeve) -1 pcs
b1/4" Compression nut
- 1 pcs
c1/4" Water line - 1 pcs
c1/4" Water line
b1/4" Compression
nut
aFerrule (Sleeve)
dBrass fitting
eWater inlet
Connecting to the water supply
line
1. You may need to purchase below
items to complete this connection. And
you may find these items sold as a kit at
a local hardware store.
2 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect.
power.
3. Close shut off value.
4. Thread a 1/4 " compression nut and
ferrule (sleeve) onto the free end and of
1/4" water line.
5. Insert the free end and of the 1/4"
water line into the brass fitting attached
to the water inlet on the back of the
refrigerator.
6. Slide the 1/4" compression nut over
the ferrule (sleeve) and screw the 1/4"
compression nut onto the brass fitting.
8. Turn on water supply and check for
leaks, and correct any leaks.
Use only the new tubing supplied
with the refrigerator. Old tubing
should not be used.
After connected to the water
supply line, please open the
water valve to flush the filter for 5
minutes before use. The initial
dark discoloration of water is
normal.
When you connect the water line
to the appliance and press the
lever of the dispenser for the first
time, it is normal that there will be
a sound of exhaust coming out
from the appliance.
Note
Caution
The water line must be connected
to the cold water
pipe. If it is connected to the hot
water pipe, it may cause the
purifier to malfunction.
Avoid contamination of pipes
during installation.
Connect to potable water
supply only.
7. Confirm 1/4" water line is secure by
gently pulling on it.
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Description of the appliance
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01. Refrigerator top LED light
02. Refrigerator door racks
03. Glass shelf
04. Refrigerator side LED light
05. Vertical Baffle Part
06. Fruit & Vegetable drawer cover
07. Ice maker
08. Left adjustable bottom feet
09. Control panel
10. Fruit & Vegetable drawer part
11. Freezer tray part
12. Freezer drawer part
13. Right adjustable bottom feet
View of the appliance
Due to constant development of our products, your refrigerator may be
slightly different from this instruction manual, but its functions and usage
remain the same.
To get the best energy efficiency of this product, please place all shelves,
drawers on their original position as the illustration above.
Note
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Display controls
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Use your appliance according to the following control regulations, your
appliance has the corresponding functions and modes as the display
panels showed in the pictures below.
01. Alarm Icon
02. Celsius and Fahrenheit Indicator
03. Temperature Area
04. Freezer Compartment Icon
05. Fridge Compartment Icon
06. Super Freeze Icon
07. Super Cool Icon
08. Ice Off Icon
09. Eco Icon
10. Confirm Control
11. Function Selector Control: Left Control
12. Function Selector Control: Right Control
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Display controls
Note:
Once the appliance is powered on, all icons on the display panel will be lit for
3 seconds with a buzzer sound.
All the icons will go off on the condition of all keys untouched and all doors
closed for one minute.
The control panel will light up when the door is open or you touch any button.
Setting the refrigerator running at high temperature will accelerate food
decomposition. For optimum food preservation, we recommend that when
starting the refrigerator for the first time, the temperature of fridge is set to
39°F (4°C), and that of the freezer to 0°F (-18°C).
Caution!
The temperature only means the average temperature of the whole
refrigerator cabinet. Temperatures inside each compartment may vary from
those displayed on the panel, depending on how much food stored and
where the refrigerator is placed. In addition, the actual temperature from
higher room and lower room will be different.
Note
“Switching Celsius and
Fahrenheit”
1. Press “ ” or “ ” repeatedly until the 
Celsius/Fahrenheit Indicator “ ” or “ ” 
blinks.
2. Press the Confirm Control “ ” for the
first time, and “ ” or “ ” will be always 
on. After that, each time you press the
Confirm Control “ ”, the temperature
will be switched between °C and °F, and
the temperature setting value of the
corresponding unit will be displayed in
the temperature area.
“Fridge temperature control”
1. Press “ ” or “ ” repeatedly until the 
Fridge icon “ ” blinks.

2. Press the Confirm Control “ ” for the
first time, and the Fridge icon “ ” will be

always on. After that, press the Confirm
Control “ ” repeatedly to cycle
through the available temperature
settings, from 8°C to 2°C if you have
set temperature type to Celsius.
8°C-7C-6C- 5°C
2°C-3°C-4°C

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If you have set temperature type to
Fahrenheit, the temperature settings
cycle from 46°F to 36°F.
Note: Each press of the button, the
temperature drops one degree.
“Super Freeze”
This Super Freeze feature helps to keep
the food stored in the freezer as the
setting temperature during periods of
high usage, large grocery loads, or
temporarily warm room temperatures.
The Super Freeze feature lowers the
temperature in the freezer
compartment to -11°F (-24°C) to freeze
the food faster.
The Super Cool feature helps to keep
food stored in the refrigerator at the
setting temperature during periods of
high usage, large grocery loads, or
temporarily warm room temperatures,
The Super Cool feature lowers the
temperature in the fridge compartment
to 36°F(2°C) to cool food.
1. Press “ ” or “ ” repeatedly until the 
Super Cool icon “ ” blinks.

2. Press the Confirm Control “ ” to turn
the Super Cool function on or off. When
the Super Cool function is turned on,
the “ ” icon lights.

3. When setting fridge temperature, the
Super Cool function will turn off and the
temperature setting will revert back to
the previous setting.
NOTE: Super Cool will automatically
turn off after 6 hours.
46°F-45°F- 44°F-43°F- 42°F-41°F
36°F-37°F-38°F- 39°F-40°F
“Freezer temperature control”
1. Press “ ” or “ ” repeatedly until the 
Freezer icon “ ” blinks.

2. Press the Confirm Control “ ” for the
first time, and the Freezer icon “ ” will

be always on . After that, press the
Confirm Control “ ” repeatedly to
cycle through the available
temperature settings, from -14°C to
-24°C if you have set temperature
type to Celsius.
If you have set temperature type to
Fahrenheit, the temperature settings
cycle from 7°F to -11°F
Note: Each press of the button, the
temperature drops one degree.
-14°C -15°C -16°C -17°C -18°C -19°C- - - - -
-24°C -23°C -22°C -21°C -20°C- - - -
7°F 6°F 5°F- - -···
-11°F -10°F -9°F- -
“Super Cool”

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1. Press “ ” or “ ” repeatedly until the 
Super Freeze icon “ ” blinks.

2. Press the Confirm Control “ ” to turn
the Super Freeze function on or off.
When the Super Freeze function is
turned on, the “ ” icon lights.

3. When setting freezer temperature, the
Super Freeze function will turn off and
the temperature setting will revert back
to the previous setting.
NOTE: Super Freeze will automatically
turn off after 52 hours.
Caution!
When you selecting the Super Freeze
function, ensure there are no bottled or
canned drinks (especially carbonated
drinks) in the freezer compartment.
Bottles and cans may explode.
“Eco”
The Eco feature makes the refrigerator
worked in an energy saving mode
which is useful for reducing energy
consumption when you are away.
1. Press “ ” or “ ” repeatedly until the 
Eco icon “ ” blinks.

2. Press the Confirm Control “ ” to turn
the Eco function on or off. When the Eco
function is turned on, the “ ” icon

lights.
3. When setting fridge or freezer
temperature, the Eco function will turn
off and the temperature setting will
revert back to the previous setting.
NOTE: When the Eco function is on, the
temperature of fridge is automatically
switched to 43°F (6°C) and the
temperature of freezer is automatically
switched to 1°F (-17°C).
“Ice Control”
This “ ” icon shows the condition of

the ice maker function.
1. Press “ ” or “ ” repeatedly until the 
Ice Control icon “ ” blinks.

2. Press the Confirm Control “ ” to turn
the Ice Maker function on or off. When
the Ice Maker function is turned on, the
“ ” icon is off; When the Ice Maker

function is off , the “ ” icon is on.

“Door Open Alarm”
If the fridge door is opened for longer
than 2 minutes, the control panel will
display “dr”, the “ ” icon will blink and

the buzzer will sound 3 times every
minute for 8 minutes.
Pressing and holding “ ” and “ ” keys 
at the same time for three seconds
during door alarm, the “ ” icon will be

on and buzzing will stop. Closing the
fridge door, the “ ” icon will go off and

buzzing will stop.