Matsui MUR1248GW-GS User manual

UNDERCOUNTER
FRIDGE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MUR1248GW-GS
MUR1248GWE-GSE
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Matsui Undercounter Fridge.
We recommend that you spent some time to read this Instruction Manual in
order to fully understand how to install and operate it.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
INTERNAL LIGHT AND
THERMOSTAT CONTROL DIAL
ADJUSTABLE
SHELVES
LEVELLING FEET BOTTLE
STORAGE
Safety First!
For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please
follow all the safety precautions listed below.
• Read all instructions carefully before using the Fridge and keep them for future reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the Fridge onto a third party, make sure to include this
manual.
• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure, clear of obstruction.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• If the mains cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer of its service
agent or a qualied technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• Choose a location for your Fridge away from heat sources such as radiators or res as
refrigerant and vesicant are burnable.
• Do not discard old Fridge at will in order to avoid environment pollution. Thank you for
your cooperation.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the Fridge.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit (applicable only for appliances with refrigeration
circuits which are accessible to the user).
• The Fridge must be maneuvered by a minimum of 2 persons.
• This appliance is not intended for user by persons (including children) with reduced
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have
been given supervision or instructions concerning he use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• If your Fridge is tted with a lock to prevent children being trapped inside, keep the key
out of reach and not in the vicinity of the appliance.
WARNING
IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE PERSONNEL
TO CARRY OUT SERVICING OF REPAIRS WHICH INVOLVE THE REMOVAL OF
COVERS.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS
YOURSELF.
MAINTENANCE
Moving your Undercounter Fridge
Care when handling
Hold the Fridge around its sides or base when moving it. Under no circumstances should it
be lifted by holding the edges of the top surface.
Location
Do not locate your Fridge near a heat source, eg. cooker boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct
sunlight in outbuildings or sun lounges.
Leveling the Undercounter Fridge
Make sure that the Fridge is level. Use the adjustable levelling feet at the front. If the Fridge
is not level, the doors and magnetic seal alignments will be affected.
Do not turn on the Undercounter Fridge for 2 Hours
After the Fridge is in place, it needs to be left for 2 hours. The coolant uid needs time to
settle.
Installation
Don’t cover or block the vents or grilles of your Fridge.
Servicing
This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts
should be used.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs
carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunction. Contact a
qualied technician.
When the Fridge is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the mains supply,
empty all food and clean the Fridge, leaving the door ajar to prevent unpleasant smells.
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DISPOSAL
Old appliances still have some residual value. An environmentally friendly method of
disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can be recovered and used again. The
refrigerant used in your appliance and insulation materials require special disposal
procedures. Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the appliance are damaged prior
to disposal. Up to date information concerning options of disposing of your old appliance
and packaging from the new one can be obtained from your local council oce.
If disposing of an old Fridge break off any old locks or latches as a safeguard.
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated voltage (V): 230
Rated frequency (Hz): 50
Input Current (A): 0.7
Input Power (W): 75
Fridge Volume
Net Capacity (liters): 117
4.1 (cubic feet)
Weight (kg): 28.5
Product Dimension h/w/d: 845 x 545 x 570
(mm)
Refrigerant (weight): 24g
Features and Specication are subject to change without prior notice.
GLASS SHELF
SALAD BIN
FREEZER
COMPARTMENT
ICE TRAY
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This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic
equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste.
There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased
the product.
CLEANING
Defrosting
Frost will build up in the Freezer Compartment after the unit has been used for a period of
time. Scrape away the frost using a plastic scraper.
Note: Do not use a metal or sharp instrument to scrap away the frost, nor should you use any
electrical appliances to aid defrosting.
When the frost layer exceeds 5cm (2”), defrosting should be carried out. Choose a time when
the stock of frozen food is low and proceed the following:-
1. Take out the chilled food, turn the fridge off at the mains supply and leave the door open.
Ideally, the frozen good should be put into another freezer compartment or refrigerator. If
this is not possible, wrap the food in several sheets of newspaper or large towels and then
a thick rug or blanket to keep it cool.
2. Place a shallow bowl or pan below the Freezer Compartment. Scrap
away the frost using the plastic scraper. Thawing of the remainder
can be speeded up by placing a bowl of hot water inside the Freezer
Compartment cabinet and closing the door. As the solid frost loosens,
scrap it away with the plastic scraper and remove.
3. When defrosting is complete, clean your fridge’s interior and exterior.
Cleaning the interior and the exterior of the Undercounter Fridge
• Wipe the inside of the Fridge with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then rinse with
warm water using a ‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the
shelves and baskets.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the Fridge exterior, then use the standard furniture polish to
clean. Make sure that the door is closed to avoid the polish getting on the magnetic door
seal or inside.
• The grille of the condenser at the back of the fridge and the adjacent components can be
vacuumed using a soft brush attachment.
Cleaning tips
• Condensation may appear on the outside of the Fridge. This maybe due to a change in the
room temperature. Wipe off any residue of moisture. If the problem continues call the
Customer Service Department.
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INSTALLATION
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
To change the opening direction yourself, please follow these instructions:
UNPACKING
Remove all packaging from the Undercounter Fridge. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it
please do so according to any local regulations.
The following items are included:
• One main unit / • Two Adjustable Shelves / • One Glass Shelf/ • One Door / • One Salad Bin /
• One Ice Tray
If items are missing or damaged, please contact Partmaster (UK only).
Tel: [phone] for assistance.
Note: All parts removed must be saved to do the reinstallation of the door. Take the door off as
it is necessary to tilt the Fridge backward. You should rest the fridge on something solid
so that it will not slip during the door change process. DO NOT lay the Fridge at as this
may damage the coolant system.
• Ensure the Fridge is unplugged and empty.
• We recommend 2 people to handle the Fridge during assembly.
Tools required: Philips style screwdriver / Flat bladed screwdriver / Hexagonal Spanner
Levelling the Undercounter Fridge
To do this use the two levelling feet at the front of the Fridge.
If the Fridge is not level, the door and magnetic seal alignments will
not be covered properly.
Cleaning before use
Wipe the inside of the Fridge with a weak solution of bicarbonate
soda. Then rinse with warm water using a ‘wrung-out’ sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry
before replacing the shelves and salad bin. Clean the exterior of the Fridge with a damp cloth.
If you require more information refer to the CLEANING section.
Before plugging in YOU MUST
Check that you have a socket which is compatible with the plug supplied with the Fridge.
Before turning on!
Do not turn on until two hours after moving the Fridge. The coolant uid needs time to
settle.
Before using your Undercounter Fridge
Before placing any food in your Fridge, turn it on and wait for 24 hours, to make sure it is working
properly and to allow the Fridge to fall to the correct temperature.
Your Fridge should not be overlled.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Switching on your Undercounter Fridge
1. The internal temperature of your Fridge is controlled by
a thermostat. There are seven setting, of which position
7turns the fridge coldest and position 0turns the
fridge off.
2.
Adjust the Thermostat Control Dial to the desired
position, bear in mind that the higher the number, the
lower the temperature. Position 4 is the recommended
setting for the Fridge when operating at normal room
temperature (between 12ºC and 32ºC).
3. The Fridge may not operate at the correct temperature if it is in a particularly hot or a
particularly cold room, or if you open the Fridge door often.
4. If you are concerned that your Fridge is not being kept cold enough and wish to check the
temperature you will need a special fridge thermometer. These are available from most
supermarkets and hardware shops.
Place the thermometer in the Fridge, where it can be read easily. Leave overnight, the
temperature in the Fridge should be between 0ºC and 5ºC.
Adjusting the temperature
The internal temperature of your Undercounter Fridge is controlled by a thermostat. The
recommended position is between 1to 4 for colder working environments (ie during Winter) and
between 5to 6 for hotter environments. Please adjusted according to the environment.
Noises inside the Undercounter Fridge!
If you have not owned a Fridge before, you may notice that it makes some rather 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 Fridge.
This is the compressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant around the system.
Shopping for chilled foods
• Take a quick look at the chilled food package and make sure it is in perfect condition.
• Try to keep chilled food together whilst shopping and on the journey home as this will help to
keep the food cold.
• Don’t buy chilled food unless you can chill it straight away. Special insulated bags can be bought
from the most supermarkets and hardware shops. These bags can keep chilled food cold for
longer while transporting.
• Food that has been left in the car or at room temperature for a prolonged period of time could
raise food temperature to the dangerous level, which allows harmful bacteria to grow.
• Always unpack and place chilled food in the fridge before storing dry food.
Tips for keeping food perfect in the Undercounter Fridge
• Cooked meats/ shes should always be stored on a shelf above raw meats/shes to avoid
bacterial transfer. Keep raw meats/shes in a container which is large enough to collect juices
Location
When selecting a position for your Fridge you should make sure the oor is at and rm,
and the room is well ventilated with an average room temperature of between 16ºC and
32ºC. Avoid locating your Fridge near a heat source, eg. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also
avoid direct sunlight as it may affect the acrylic coating and increase the electrical
consumption. Extreme cold ambient temperatures may also cause the appliance not to
perform properly. This Fridge is not designed for use in a garage or outdoor installation. Do
not drape the Fridge with any covering. When installing, ensure that 2cm (3/4”) of free
space is left at the sides. The Fridge door can open to the right or the left, depending on
what better suits the location. If you want to have the door swing reversed, we recommend
you to contact a qualied technician to assist you. You should only try to reverse the door
yourself if you believe that you are qualied to do so.
and cover it properly. Place the container on the lowest shelf at the bottom of the appliance.
• Leave space around your food, so it could allow air to circulate inside the fridge. Ensure all parts
of the fridge are keep cool.
• To prevent transfer of avours and drying out, pack or cover the food separately. Fruit and
vegetables need not be wrapped.
• Always let pre-cooked food cool down before you put in the fridge. This will help to maintain the
internal temperature of the fridge.
• To prevent cold air escaping from the fridge, try to limit the number of times you open the door.
We recommend you to only open the door when you need to put food in or take food out.
Shopping for frozen foods
• Your Freezer Compartment is 4-star.
When you are buying frozen food, check the storage guidelines on the packaging. You will be
able to store each item of frozen food for the period shown against the 4-star rating. This is
usually the period stated as “Best before” on the front of the packaging. The maximum freezing
capacity of this Undercounter Fridge is 2kg in 24 hours. Do not place
fresh food into the Freezer Compartment exceeding this weight.
Always place fresh food at the right section of the Freezer
Compartment for better freezing performance.
• Check the temperature of the frozen food cabinet in the shop where
you buy your frozen foods. It should show a temperature lower than
-18
ºC.
• Take a quick look at the frozen food package and make sure it is in perfect condition.
• Always buy frozen products last on your shopping trip or visit to the supermarket. Try to keep
frozen food together whilst shopping and on the journey home as this will help to keep the food
cold.
• Don’t buy frozen food unless you can freeze it straight away. Special insulated bags can be
bought from the most supermarkets and hardware shops. These bags can keep frozen food
frozen longer.
Preparations for freezing
• DO NOT store inammable gases or liquids.
• Leave cooked food to cool completely. Chill food in a fridge before freezing if possible.
• Label your frozen foods as they will look the same when in frozen state. Use special freezer tapes,
labels and pens with different colour, this allows you to easily organise and to effectively use the
freezer. Write the contents and date; otherwise the frozen food might exceed the storage time
and this could cause food positioning. Please refer to your food packaging for the recommended
storage time.
• You may also add the weight and cooking notes, e.g. “thaw rst”, “cook from frozen” and keep a
separate log-lock of what is in each drawer. This will save opening the door and searching
around unnecessarily.
Thawing frozen food
1. Take the frozen food out from the Freezer Compartment and uncover the frozen food. Let it
thaw at room temperature. Don’t forget that thawing in a warm area encourages the growth of
bacteria and low temperature cooking may not destroy dangerous bacteria.
2. Drain off and throw away any liquid lost during thawing.
3. Always make sure there are no ice-crystals in the food before cooking, particularly with meat.
These crystals indicate that the food is not fully thawed.
4. Cook food as soon as possible after thawing.
5. Many microwaves and ovens a have thaw setting. To avoid bacterial build up, only use these if
you intend to cook the food immediately afterwards.
Note: Never refreeze anything that has been thawed out unless you cook it again, to kill off
harmful bacteria. Never re-freeze thawed shellsh.
Re-seal packs properly after removing items. This prevents drying or freezer-burn and a
build up of frost on any remaining food.
1. Remove the screws at the rear of top
cover and then take the top cover away.
2. Remove the screws and bracket from the
topside and t back to where the hinge
bracket was located on the opposite side (right
to left). A spanner may be required to loosen
the bolts n.
3. Slide the door up and lift away from the
Undercounter Fridge.
4. Remove screws and hinge bracket and
ret on opposite side.
5. Slide the fridge door back on to the
lower hinge. Make sure it is the right
way up. Screw the hinge bracket into
place on the new side.
6. Check that the door is aligned horizontally and
vertically and that the seals are closed on all
sides before nally tightening the bottom
hinge. Re-adjust the leveling feet.
THERMOSTAT CONTROL DIAL
INTERNAL LIGHT
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