Hisense RF225C3CSEI Mounting instructions

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USER’S OPERATION MANUAL
Before operating this unit, please read this manual
thoroughly, and retain for future reference.
RF225C3CSEI
English

Contents
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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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.
According to EN standard
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 yearsand 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 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.
According to IEC standard
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.
Keep all packaging away from children as there is risk of suffocation.
If you are discarding the appliance, pull the plug out of the socket, cut the
connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can) and remove the
door to prevent childrenplaying from suffering an electric shock or from
closing themselves inside it.
If this appliance, featuring a magnetic door seals, is to replace an older
appliance having a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make the
spring lock unusable before you discard the old appliance. This will prevent it
from becoming a death trap for a child.
Safety for children and others who are vulnerable people
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Safety and warning information

WARNING
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;
1. bed and breakfast type environments;
2. catering and similar non-retail applications.
WARNING
Fill with potable water only.
WARNING
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable
propellant in this appliance.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in
structure, clear of obstruction.
WARNING
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process,other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas are flammable. When disposing of
the appliance, do so only at an authorized waste disposal centre. Do not
expose to flame.
General safety
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Safety and warning information

WARNING
The illuminating lamps must not be replaced by the user! If the illuminating
lamps is damaged, contact the customer helpline for assistance. This
warning is only for refrigerators that contain illuminating lamps.
Replacing the illuminating lamps
WARNING
The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas are flammable. When disposing of
the appliance, do so only at an authorized waste disposal centre. Do not
expose to flame.
WARNING
When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or
damaged.
WARNING
Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at
the rear of the appliance.
General safety
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Safety and warning information

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 andgases 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:
1. Avoid opening flames and sources of ignition.
2. 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 shortcircuit, fire, and/or electric
shock.
Refrigerant
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Safety and warning information

1. The power cord must not be lengthened.
2. Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or damaged. A crushed or
damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
3. Make sure that you can access the main plug of the appliance.
4.Do not pull the main cable.
5. If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk
of electric shock or fire.
6. You must not operate the appliance without the interior lighting lamp cover.
7. The fridge is only applied with power supply of single phase alternating
current of 115V/60Hz. If fluctuation of voltage in the district of user is so large
that the voltage exceeds the above scope, for safety sake, be sure to apply
A.C. Automatic voltage regulator of more than 350W to the fridge. The fridge
must employ a special power socket instead of common one with other
electric appliances. Its plug must match the socket with ground wire.
Electrical safety
Do not store flammable gass or liquids in the appliance, There is a risk of an
explosion.
Do not operate any electrical appliances in the appliance (e.g.electric ice cream
makers,mixers etc.).
When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket,do not pull on the
cable.
Do not place hot items near the plastic components of this appliance.
This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.
Do not place food products directly against the air outlet onthe rear wall.
Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacture’s
instructions.
The appliances manufactures storage recommendations should be strictly
adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions for storage.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates
pressure on the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting in damage to
the appliance.
Daily use
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Safety and warning information

Do not place food products directly against the air outlet on the rear wall.
Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food manufacture's
instructions.
The appliances manufactures storage recommendations should be strictly
adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions for storage.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it creates
pressure on the container,which may cause it to explode,resulting in damage to
the appliance.
Frozen food can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the freezer
compartment.
Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.
Keep burning candles,lamps and other items with naked flames away from the
appliance so that do not set the appliance on fire.
The appliance is intended for keeping food stuff and/or beverages in normal
household as explained in this instruction booklet.The appliance is heavy.Care
should be taken when moving it.
Do not remove nor touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are
damp/wet,as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
Never use the base,drawers, doors etc. to stand on or assupports.
Frozen food must not be refrozen once it has been thawedout.
Do not consume ice popsicles or ice cubes straight from the freezer as this can
cause freezer burn to the mouth and lips. ,
To avoid items falling and causing injury or damage to the appliance, do not
overload the door racks or put too much food in the crisper drawers.
Before maintenance, switch off the appliance and disconnect the mains plug
from the mains socket.
Do not clean the appliance with metal objects, steam cleaner, ethereal oils,
organic solvents or abrasive cleansers.
Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic
scraper.
Caution! Care and cleaning
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Safety and warning information

For electrical connection carefully, follow the instructions given in this manual.
Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it.
Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages
immediately to the place you bought it. In this case retain packing.
It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to allow
the oil to flow back in the compressor.
Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads to
overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation, follow the instructions relevant to
installation.
Wherever possible the back of the product should not be too close to a wall to
avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent the
risk of fire, follow the instructions relevant to installation.
The appliance must not be locate close to radiators or cookers.
Make sure that the mains plug is accessible after the installation of the appliance.
Installation Important
Any electrical work required to do the servicing of the appliance should be carried
out by qualified electrician or competent person.
This product must be serviced by an authorized Service Center, and only genuine
spare parts must be used.
1. If the appliance is Frost Free.
2. If the appliance contains freezer compartment.
Service
Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating
appliances. (This clause applies only to the EU region.)
Note
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Safety and warning information

Before using the appliance for the first
time, you should be aware of the
following tips.
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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 casters,
should be only used for forward
or backward movement. Moving
the refrigerator sideways may
damage your floor and the
rollers.
Warning
Suggest:
It is advisable for there to be at
least 2"(50mm) of clearance from
the back of the fridge to the wall, at
least 1/2"(12mm) of clearance from
its top, at least 1/2"(12mm) from its
side to the wall and a clear space
in front to allow the doors to open
125°. As shown in the following
diagrams.
Installing your new appliance
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.
Ventilation of appliance
1/2"
1/2"
1/2"
2"
35.7"
56.5"
44"
24"

Before using the appliance for the first
time, you should be aware of the
following tips.
Ambient temperature
+50°F to +90°F
+61°F to +90°F
+61°F to +100°F
+61°F to +109°F
Climate class
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N
ST
T
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 climate class from SN to ST. It
may not work properly if being left
at a temperature above or below
the indicated range for a long
period.
Note
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For sufficient leveling and air
circulating in the lower rear section of
the appliance, the bottom feet may
need to be adjusted. You can adjust
them manually by hand or by using a
suitable tool.
To allow the doors to self-close, tilt
the top backwards by 0.1" - 0.2".
(2.5-5mm)
Leveling of appliance
Adjustable
bottom feet Front roller Rear roller
Adjustable bottom feet
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In case your home access door is too
narrow for the refrigerator to pass
through, remove the refrigerator
doors and drawers. If you do not
need to remove the appliance doors,
proceed to Installing Water Lines' on
page 13.
If you need to remove the doors,
continue below.
Door Removal
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Tools you will need(Not provided)：
Allen Wrench (5/32",4mm)
Philips Screwdriver
Wrench (5/16",8mm)
1. With the door closed, remove the 3
screws holding the top cover(A) with
Philips (+) screwdriver, and then
remove the top cover with the entire
harness attached.
2. Separate the two connectors on
the left side door. To remove the wire
connector, press the top of the
connector and separate it from the
other one. To remove the water
coupler from the hinge, twist and pull
the clips from the coupler. Remove
the water line while pressing the
movable part of the water line
coupler.
3. Remove the screws fixed on the
hinges with a wrench ( 5/16",8mm)
and 1 ground screw attached to the
hinge with Philips (+) screwdriver.
Remove the upper left and right door
hinges .
Clip
Screws
Ground
screw
Upper
door hinge
Water line
Movable
part
Connector
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4. Use both hands to open the door
more than 90°. Lift it up and take it
off.
＞90°
5. Remove the 4 hex head bolts
hinges with an Allen wrench
(5/32",4mm). Remove the lower left
and right door hinges.
Disassembling the freezer door
1. Pull out the freezer door and the
upper freezer drawer to the final
position.
2. Take out the ice storage box (if
equipped).
Upper freezer
drawer
Ice storage box
Hinge
Hinge bolts
Allen wrench
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3. Take out the upper freezer drawer
by lifting it up from the rail system.
5. Remove the lower freezer drawer
by lifting it up.
6. Remove 2 screws holding the
support.
4. Remove the middle freezer
drawer by lifting it up
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Upper freezer
drawer
Middle freezer
drawer
Lower freezer
drawer
Support
Screws
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7. Remove the freezer door by lifting
it up
To reattach the drawer after you
moved the appliance to its final
location, assemble the parts in
reverse order.
A water dispenser with a filter is one of
the helpful features on your new
appliance.
To help promote better health, the
water filter removes unwanted particles
from your water. However, it does not
sterilize or destroy microorganisms. You
may need to purchase a water
purifying system to do that.
In order for the ice maker to operate
properly, a water line is required.
The inlet water pressure must be
between 207kPa and 700kPa.
Installing the water lines
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, a200cc
(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.
Warning
What do you need to do before
you start.
1. Power drill and 1/4’’ drill bit.
2. 1/2’’ or adjustable wrench.
3. Flat blade and Philips head
screwdrivers.
1 ferrule
(sleeve)
Saddle-type
Shut offvalve
(1/4” outlet)
one 1/4”
compression
1/4” extension
tubing
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Freezer door
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4. You need to purchase several item
to complete this connection. You may
find these items sold as a kit at local
hardware store
Connecting to the water supply
line
1.First, shut off the main water supply.
2. Using a 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
3. Connect 1/4’’ extension tubing to
shutoff valve outlet.
Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
1/4” Extension
tubing
Compression Nut
Ferrule(sleeve)
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.
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6. Turn the water on and check for
leakage.
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
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
1. 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.
2. Avoid contamination of pipes
during installation.
3. Connect to potable water supply
only.
Warning
Check to see if leaks occur at the
water line connections
CAUTION!
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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.
Connect Water Line to Refrigerator
IMPROTANT: If you turn the refrigerator
on before the water is connected, turn
off the ice maker.
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.
a b c
Ferrule (Sleeve) -1 pcs
1/4" Compression Nut - 1 pcs
1/4" Water Line - 1 pcs
abc
7. Confirm 1/4" water line is secure by
gently pulling on it.
8. Turn on water supply and check for
leaks, and correct any leaks.
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d
c1/4" Water Line
1/4" Compression Nut
Ferrule(Sleeve)
Brass Fitting
ba
Water Inlet
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 ftting.
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Door bin
Vertical baffle part
Fruit and vegetables drawer
Multi-function drawer
Freezer LED light
Freezer drawer-up
Freezer drawer-middle
Freezer drawer-down
Glass shelf
Refrigerator LED light (both sides)
Snacks storage drawer
Ice-Maker
Adjustable bottom foot
Top cover
Refrigerator LED light (top)
Water Filter
Display board
Fridge door (Left)
Fridge door(Right)
Freezer door
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Due to unceasing modification of our products, your refrigerator may be slightly different
from this instruction manual, but its functions and using methods remain the same.
To get the best energy efficiency of this product, please place all shelves, drawers and
baskets on their original position as per the illustration above.
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Description of the appliance

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The control panel is shown in the diagram below.
Press and hold "Alarm" for 3 seconds to lock the
whole Control Panel including water fetching
function. If Control panel is locked, the icon “ ”
will be on, and none of the buttons on the Control
panel work.To unlock the Control panel, please
press and hold “Alarm”for3secondsagain.
Leaving any door open for over 2 minutes will
activate door alarm. The “ ” icon will flicker, the
control panel will display “dr” , and you will hear a
buzzer sound. The buzzer will sound 3 times per
minute and will stop after 8 minutes. In case of
alarm,youcantouchtheAlarmbuttontocancel
door alarm, then the “ ” icon stops flickering and
keeps on, the buzzer sound will stop at the same
time. Also door alarm can be stopped by closing
all the doors.
To save energy, please avoid keeping doors open
for a long time when using refrigerator.
You can touch “Ice Off” button to control the ice
maker.When the Child Lock is off, you can touch
the “Ice Off” icon to lock the ice maker, and the
icon “ ” will be illuminated. If you want to unlock
the ice maker, please touch the “Ice Off” icon
again, and the icon “ ” will be off.
NOTE: When the “Ice Off” is on, it only locks the ice
maker not the dispenser.
be illuminated, the fridge temperature setting will
items in the Fridge, please touch and hold this
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Your product has one control panel which is on the fridge door.Use your appliance
according to the following control guidelines.
If you have set the temperature type to
Fahrenheit, the temperature settings cycle from
46°F to 36°F.
46°F 45°F 44°F
38°F
37°F
36°F
Display controls