Iceking RK198WE User manual

Installation and Operating Manual
ated Fridge with 4* Ice Box White
Iceking: Henry John House Northway Industrial Estate Northway Lane Ashchurch Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire GL20 8JH T: 01527 888133 E: en[email protected] W: www.ice-king.co.uk
Please
read these instructions carefully before attempting to install or use
this appliance.
It is advisable to keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
RK198WE
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INTRODUCTION:
Thank you for choosing this ICEKING appliance. It has been designed to give
years of trouble-free use provided it is installed and maintained correctly.
Please read these instructions carefully before installing or using your
appliance. It is advisable to keep your purchase and installation receipts with
these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Included is some important safety information in addition to guidelines and
recommendations that will enable you to take full advantage of all the
functions available.
This quality appliance has been tested and certified to meet all applicable UK
electrical and safety standards.
This appliance must be installed and connected in accordance with current
regulations by a qualified electrician.
After unpacking the appliance ensure that there is no visible damage.
If the appliance has been damaged during transit, do not use it, contact your
retailer immediately.

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YOUR 2-YEAR MANUFACTURER'S
GUARANTEE:
THIS DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.
Your new ICEKING appliance carries a free guarantee which protects you against the cost
of repairs during the first 24 months from date of purchase provided that: any claim is
accompanied by evidence of the model reference, model serial number and proof of
purchase, such as a Sales Receipt, showing that the appliance was purchased within
the 24 months prior to the date of claim.
YOUR GUARANTEE IS VALID ONLY IN THE UK.
To Register your Appliance simply complete the card in your appliance pack and return
it with a stamp affixed or alternatively register your Appliance at www.ice-
king.co.uk/register-your-product
SERVICE HELP-LINE
Should your appliance develop a fault, please call the
Iceking Service Helpline on:
01527-888133
Please remember to have all your product details available, including the
model number, serial number, date of purchase and your retailer’s details
before registering a fault.
Your service call cannot progress without this information.

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WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE
GUARANTEE:

Any appliance not correctly installed and operated in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.

Any appliance that is used for anything other than domestic purposes.
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Any defect caused by accident, misuse, unauthorised modification or
inexpert repair.

Cost of Call-out where a fault cannot be found with the appliance.

Cost of Call-out for work covering routine maintenance, such as, but
not exclusively, cleaning of filters or defrosting.

Cost of Call-out for work required to correct the alignment of doors
following door reversal procedures carried out by you.
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Use of the appliance by anyone other than the Householder.

Use in any commercial environment.
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Consumable items, such as, but not exclusively, fuses in plugs, bulbs
and breakable items which require routine replacement.

Repair costs incurred that have not been authorised by Repairtech
and/or carried out by a non-approved Repairtech engineer.

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CONTENTS:
Section 1. First Steps
Section 2. Installation
Section 3.
General Safety and Use
Section 4. Description of the Appliance
Section 5. Daily Use
Section 6.
Maintenance
Section 7. Trouble Shooting
Section 8. Servicing

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FIRST STEPS:

Unpack the appliance and check to see if there is any damage. Do not
connect the appliance if it is damaged. Report the damage to your Retailer
immediately and retain the packing.

If there is no damage to the appliance remove all packaging and securing
tape from the appliance and dispose of it correctly (see ‘Environmental
Protection’ Page 26).

If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock, you must as a
safety measure break or remove the lock and/or door before disposal.

Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Cut off the mains
cable as close to the appliance as possible and discard.

Your old appliance contains insulation gases and refrigerant that must be
disposed of correctly. Please ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not
damaged before the appliance is taken away for correct disposal, in line
with current legislation. If there is any doubt contact your Local Authority
for instructions.

This appliance may contain the refrigerant isobutene (R600a). This is a
natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility; however,
caution is required as isobutene is a flammable gas. It is essential to
ensure that refrigerant tubes are not damaged during transportation and
the installation of the appliance. In the event that the refrigerant circuit is
damaged, avoid naked flames or sources of ignition and ventilate the
room in which the appliance is situated.

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INSTALLATION:

In the interest of safety and to ensure correct use, before installing the
appliance, read this user manual carefully.

To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all
people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and
safety features.

Save these instructions and make 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 of the appliance use and safety. Please note
that this warranty is not transferrable.

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for incorrect installation or use.
IMPORTANT! This appliance must be left to stand in an upright
position for at least 4 hours before being switched on for the first
time.
This appliance has been designed for Domestic Use only.

Wash the interior of the appliance with lukewarm water containing a small
amount of bicarbonate soda (5ml to 0.5 litres of water).

For electrical connection carefully follow the instructions given.

There must be adequate air circulation around the Appliance to avoid
overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation, follow the instructions
relevant to installation.

Wherever possible the spacers of the product should be against a wall to
avoid the possibility of touching or catching parts that may become hot,
such as the compressor or condenser.

Connect the plug to an adjacent 13amp socket outlet and
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ensure that the
appliance is not trapping the supply cable.
Make sure that the plug is accessible after the installation of the
appliance.
Position the appliance in a dry atmosphere and out of direct sunlight.
Do not position next to a cooker or other sources of heat, i.e. radiator.
Leave a minimum gap of 2cm between the appliances in order to avoid
condensation.
Please ensure that there is an ‘air-gap’ between the appliance and the
rear and side walls.
Do not place or store heavy items on the top of this appliance.
Ensure that the appliance is positioned on a firm flat floor.
This appliance must be level.
Ensure that the appliance is upright and wheels/feet are in firm contact
with the floor so that the cabinet is stable.
This appliance has been designed and manufactures to operate efficiently
within an ambient temperature range of +16°C to +32°C.

REVERSING THE DOOR:
Please note that your appliance may be supplied with the doors left or right
hand hinged.
The door opening can be reversed from “right hand hinged” to “left hand
hinged” if required.
Warning! When reversing the door, the appliance must not be connected to
the mains. Remove the plug from the mains beforehand.
Lower Hinge and
Foot Assembly
Left Foot
Upper Hinge
Assembly
Top Cover
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Remove the screws from the upper-hinge assembly then lift and remove
the door from the lower hinge assembly. Place it carefully on a soft pad to
avoid scratching.
Now remove the hinge pin from the upper hinge, turn the hinge over and
refit the pin into the same hole.
Remove the screws from the lower hinge and foot assembly. Now remove
the hinge pin from the lower hinge, turn the hinge over and refit the pin
into the same hole.
Remove both of the feet and fit the left foot onto the right-hand side.
Now fit the lower hinge and right-foot assembly onto the left-hand side.
Tighten the screws.
Refit the door onto the lower hinge assembly and then fit the top hinge into
the top of the door. Tighten the screws that hold the top hinge in place.
Ensure that the door is correctly aligned and that it seals correctly. If the
door requires further alignment, slacken off the screws, re-align the door
and retighten the screws.
Re-fit the appliance top cover.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This appliance should not be sited in a cold atmosphere, i.e. garage, cellar or
shed where the temperature may fall below 10°C. Doing so may cause the
freezer unit to under-freeze and lead to condensation issues (see below). If the
ambient temperature is too low, the thermostat (located inside the fridge
section) will shut off and the freezer will not be able to operate. If this
continues for several hours you may find that some or all of the items stored
inside your freezer section are not being maintained at the correct
temperature. This does not indicate that there is a fault with the appliance!
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N.B. If you site this appliance in a garage/out-building or any other cold
environment, condensation may occur depending on the ambient
temperature. This may form on the outer cabinet and “pool” under the
appliance. This is quite normal and does not indicate that there is a fault with
the appliance. However, condensation droplets may also enter the appliance
and damage the insulation.

N.B. Condensation or related problems such as rust are not covered under the
manufacturers guarantee!

N.B. If you site this appliance in a very warm room/environment, i.e.
conservatory, the motor may run continuously and the required temperature
may not be achieved inside the cabinet(s).
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CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE PEOPLE
SAFETY:

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they are under supervision
or have been given instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and therefore understand the hazards involved.

Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload
this appliance.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be carried out by children
unless they are aged from 8 years and above and supervised.

Keep all packaging well away from children to avoid risk of
suffocation.
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GENERAL SAFETY AND USE:

WARNING! Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation around the product
at all times and that it is free from any obstruction.

WARNING! Don’t pack food close together as this prevents air
circulating.

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 other electrical appliances (such as ice cream
makers) inside of refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved for
this purpose by the manufacture.

WARNING! Do not touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long period of
time because it could be very hot.

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 suppliers at the rear of the appliance.

WARNING! Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

The refrigerant isobutane (R-600a) is contained within the
refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level
of environmental compatibility but which is nonetheless flammable.
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During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain
that none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become
damaged.

Avoid open flames and sources of ignition.

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.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as staff kitchen areas, staff rooms, 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.

WARNING! Any electrical components (plug, power cord, compressor
etc.) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service
personnel.

WARNING! The light bulb supplied with this appliance is a “special
use lamp bulb” usable only with the appliance supplied. This “special
use lamp” is not usable for domestic lighting.

Make sure that the plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of
the appliance. Do not remove the plug by pulling the mains cable. If
the plug socket is loose, do not insert the plug. The Power cord must
not be lengthened.

This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

Do not remove or touch items from the freezer compartment if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or
frost/freezer burns.

Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
1. Freezer Compartment
2. Thermostat Control
3. Interior Light
4. Interior Glass Shelves
5. Door Storage – Specific area for bottles and dairy products
6. Salad crisper box with glass shelf
7. Two levelling feet.
(Picture shown for indicative purposes only, model supplied may differ).
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OPERATING THE APPLIANCE:
Set the thermostat control to the required setting as detailed in the
Temperature Control section.
Leave the appliance for approximately 4 hours for the correct temperature
to be reached.
Temperature Control:
Buttons:
B1– Press to adjust the temperature in the compartment from 2 to 8.
B2– Press to select Mode from SMART, SUPER and User setting.
Lights:
L1 – shows the temperature in the fridge compartment.
L2 – light on once SMART mode is selected.
L3 – light on once SUPER mode is selected.
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Operation:
Temperature Setting
1. Press the Mode button to select User setting.
2. Press the Adjust button to change the temperature setting of the
appliance.
Smart Mode
1. Press the Mode button to select SMART mode.
2. The appliance will automatically adjust to suit the ambient temperature
surrounding the appliance.
Super Mode
1. Press the Mode button to select SUPER mode.
2. The appliance will run to make the compartment operate at the
coldest temperature possible. After 54 hours, the original
temperature setting will be automatically restored.
Turning off the appliance
1. Press and hold the Adjust button for 5 seconds, the appliance will
turn off. Press the Adjust button again to turn the appliance back on.
Door open alarm
1. The alarm will sound when door is left open for 90 seconds and it will
not stop until the door is closed.
Important:
During high ambient temperatures e.g. on hot summer days, it may be
necessary to set the thermostat to the coldest setting. This may cause the compressor to
run continuously in order to maintain a low temperature in the cabinet.
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DAILY USE:

Do not put hot food into the appliance.

Do not place food products directly against the rear wall.

Frozen food must not be re-frozen once it has been thawed out.

Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the food
manufacturer’s instructions.

Food storage recommendations should be strictly adhered to.

Do not place 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.

Ice-lollies can cause frost burns if consumed straight from the
freezer.

To avoid food contamination, please follow the instructions on Page 20.
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Opening the door for long periods of time can cause a significant
increase of the temperature inside the appliance.

Regularly clean all surfaces that come into contact with food.

Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so
that there is no contact with other food. Avoid any drips onto other
food.

You may hear faint gurgling or bubbling sounds when the refrigerant is
pumped to the cooling system and through the coils or tubing at the rear
of the appliance. When the compressor is in operation you may hear a
slight whirring sound or pulsating noise. The thermostat controls the
operation of the compressor, and you may hear a slight click as it cycles in
and out.
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One, two and three star freezer compartments (if they are present in
the appliance) are not suitable for freezing fresh food.

If the appliance is left empty for long periods of time, switch off,
defrost, clean, dry and leave the doors open to prevent mould
developing within the appliance.

During a power cut, do not open the door(s).

Do not open the door(s) too frequently.

Do not keep the door(s) open for too long.

Do not set the thermostat on too cold a temperature.

Some accessories, such as drawers, can be removed to create larger
storage volume and lower energy consumption.
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Refrigerator
compartments:
Type of
Food:
Door or
balconies of
fridge
compartment

Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, drinks
or condiments.

Do not store perishable foods.
Crisper drawer
i.e. Salad drawer

Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be place separately in the
crisper bin.

Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes or garlic in the
refrigerator.
Fridge shelf – bottom
Chiller (box/drawer)

Raw meat, poultry or fish (for short-term storage).

Do not mix different types of raw meat or fish on the same
shelf at the same time.
Fridge shelf – middle

Dairy products.
Fridge shelf – top

Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready meals, deli
meats or leftovers.
Freezer drawer(s)/shelf

Foods for long-term storage.
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Bottom drawer/shelf for raw meat, poultry or fish.
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Middle drawer/shelf for frozen vegetables or chips.
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Top drawer/shelf for ice cream, frozen fruit or frozen baked
goods.

Do not mix different types of raw meat or fish on the same
shelf at the same time.
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