Minibar Systems SmartFridge User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
SmartFridge
50L
65L
Minibar Enterprises AG
Blegistrasse 9
CH-6340 Baar
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Minibar Systems Asia Pte Ltd
31 Kaki Bukit Road 3, #03-01C
Singapore 417818
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Minibar North America, Inc.
7340 Westmore Road
Rockville, MD 20850
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Minibar Systems México S.A. de CV
Acceso B No. 412
Parque Industrial Jurica
Queretaro, QRO 76120
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Index
Before Putting into Use 3
Instructions for Use 3
We Care for the Environment 3
Tips for Energy Savings 3
Important 4
Disposing of Worn Out Appliances 4
Placing and Installation 5
Choosing the Right Place 5
Ventilation Requirements 5
Installation 5
Grounding instructions 5
Description of the Appliance 6
Use of the Control Panel 7
Snooze Button 7
Quick Cool Button 7
F°/C° Button 7
Maintenance and Cleaning 8
Automatic Defrosting of the Refrigerator 8
Cleaning of the Appliance 8
Switch Off the Appliance When Not in Use 8
Changing the Door Hinges 9
Trouble Shooting Guide 10 - 11

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Before Putting Into Use
Before connecting the appliance to electrical power supply, leave it stand for
about 2 hours, which will reduce the possibility of malfunctions in the cooling
system due to transport handling.
Clean the appliance thoroughly, especially in the interior (see “Cleaning and Maintenance”). In
case the interior accessories are not correctly placed, rearrange them as described in chapter
“Description of the Appliance”.
Instructions for Use
These instructions are intended for the user. They describe the appliance and correct operating
procedures for safe use. PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
We Care for the Environment
•Our products use environmentally friendly packaging. To this end, individual packaging
materials are clearly marked.
•These instructions are printed either on recycled paper or chlorine free bleached paper.
•When your appliance finally wears out, please try not to burden the environment with it;
call your nearest authorized service depot (see “Disposing of Worn Out Applicance”).
Tips for Energy Savings
•Do not open the door too often, especially in hot and humid weather. Close the door as
soon as possible.
•Check appliance ventilation on a regular basis to ensure adequate air circulation behind
the appliance (see “Choosing the Right Place” and “Ventilation Requirements” sections).
•Before loading the appliance with warm foods, make sure that they are cooled to ambient
temperature.
•If the gasket is damaged or the door seal is poor, energy consumption is substantially
higher. Replace damaged door gaskets as soon as possible.
•Ensure the appliance is correctly positioned in the room, away from heat sources and direct
sunlight (see “Choosing the Right Place”).

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Important
•If you have bought this appliance to replace an old one equipped with a door lock that
cannot be opened from the inside (lock, bolt), make sure that the lock is removed, disabled
or destroyed before discarding. This will make it impossible for children to accidentally lock
themselves inside the appliance and suffocate.
•The appliance must be properly connected to an electrical power supply (see “Connection
to Power Supply”).
•Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning, replacing the
light bulb and/or attempting repairs. WARNING: repairs should be performed by
qualified service personnel only.
•Do not defrost the appliance with other electric appliances (for example, a hair dryer) and
never attempt to scrape/remove ice or frost with sharp objects. Use only enclosed tools or
tools recommended by the manufacturer.
•The refrigerating system of the appliance is filled with refrigerant and oil, so when the
appliance is damaged, handle it with care and dispose of it in compliance with
environmental protection safeguards (see “We Care for the Environment”).
•The rating plate containing Model No/Serial No and other technical data specific to this
unit, is located either inside the appliance or outside on the rear wall.
•Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into
account hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of the food stored.
Dispose of Worn Out Appliances
•When your appliance finally wears out, dispose of it in a safe and harmless manner If the
appliance is equipped with a door lock that cannot be opened from the inside (lock, bolt),
make sure the lock is removed, disable or destroyed before being discarded. This will make
it impossible for children to accidentally lock themselves inside the appliance and
suffocate.
•The refrigerator system of the appliance is filled with refrigerant and insulating substances
which must be disposed of legally. Contact your nearest authorized service agent or
specialized servicing centre for advice. If you are unable to locate one, contact your local
authorities or your distributor. Be careful not to damage the tubes on the rear wall of the
appliance (danger of pollution).
IMPORTANT WARNING: An empty refrigerator is a very dangerous attraction for
children. Remove either the gasket, latches, lids or doors from unused appliances,
or take some other action that will guarantee it harmless.
DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you dispose of your refrigerator remove
doors and locks and leave the shelves in place so that children may not get
trapped inside.

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Placing and Installation
Choosing the Right Place
Place the appliance in a dry and regularly ventilated room. Do not place the appliance near a
heat source (e.g. cooking appliances, radiators, water heaters or similar devices) and do not
expose to direct sunlight.
The appliance should be positioned at least 3 cm away from cooking appliances and at least 30
cm away from oil or coal fired stoves. If this is not possible, use an appropriate insulation
barrier.
Ventilation Requirements
Behind the appliance there should be a free space of at least 200cm2 wide and above the
appliance kitchen units (cupboards) should be at least 5 cm away from the appliance in order
to assure adequate ventilation.
Installation
Place the appliance firmly on a solid base. Some appliance have adjustable feet on the front
side; use them to level the appliance. Mount the appliance by securing screws through the
bracket at the front base.
WARNING: INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.
Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be grounded. The power cord that is supplied with the appliance contains
the appropriate grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate wall outlet that has been installed and grounded in accordance with all existing
local codes and ordinances. The required nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the
rating plate (inside the unit or on the exterior rear wall of the unit).
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if in any doubt.

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Description of the Appliance
A Adjustable Wire Shelves (the number of shelves depends on the model)
Shelves can be optionally placed on the guides inside the appliance. Perishable foods
should be stored towards the back/rear of the shelves, i.e. the coldest part of the shelf.
B Defrost Water Outlet
The interior of the refrigerator is cooled with a cooling plate mounted in the rear wall.
Under the plate there is a channel and an outlet for defrost water. Regularly check the
defrost water outlet and the drain channel for blockages. They should always be kept free
and clean of food particles. If the drain outlet does become clogged, use a plastic straw to
clean it.
C Door Liner
The door liner consists of various shelves or holders used for storing smaller packages,
tubes, cans etc. The lower shelf is used for storing large bottles.
D LED Control Panel
Control Panel with three functions to suit individual needs (see “Use of the LED Control
Panel”).
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER THE SPECIFICATIONS WITH NO
INFLUENCE ON THE OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE.
A
B DC

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Use of the LED Control Panel
The appliance is set to maintain a standard temperature of 41°F / 5°C which is shown on the
LED display. There are three functions to suit your needs.
Pressing the SNOOZE button
•Red light comes on.
•The compressor system is turned off for complete silence whilst sleeping.
•Upon reaching an internal temperature of 50°F / 13°C, the Control Panel will activate the
compressor system automatically.
Pressing the QUICK COOL button
•Blue light comes on
•By pressing the Quick Cool button the compressor system will be activated to cool to a
maximum capacity until inside temperature of 34°F / 2°C is reached.
•The unit will then resume normal cooling at 41°F / 5°C.
Pressing the °F / °C button
•The °F / °C button allows you to convert the internal temperature read out from Fahrenheit
into Celsius and vice versa.

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Maintenance and Cleaning
Automatic Defrosting of the Refrigerator
There is no need to defrost the refrigerator, because ice depositing on the inner back wall is
defrosted automatically.
Ice build-up on the inner back wall during the compressor operation will (when the compressor
has cycled off) defrost automatically. Defrost water collects inside the drain by passing through
the drain outlet in the inner back wall into a drain pan situated above the compressor, from
where it evaporates.
Cleaning the Appliance
•Disconnect the power bar before cleaning the appliance.
•Do not use coarse or aggressive cleaning agents as you can damage the surface.
•Clean the exterior with water and detergent.
•Remove the detachable accessories in the interior of the appliance and clean with water
and liquid detergent. Plastic parts cannot be washed in dishwashers.
•Wash the interior of the appliance with lukewarm water, adding one or two spoonfuls of
vinegar.
•After cleaning, connect the appliance to power supply and reload it.
Switch off the Appliance When Not in Use
If you do not intend to use the appliance for long periods of time:
•Disconnect the power supply
•Take out the food and defrost
•Clean the appliance, and
•Leave the door slightly open.

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Changing the Door Hinges
The door hinges are interchangeable and can be easily changed by simply
swapping the top and bottom hinges over. Holes have been pre-drilled to
allow you to do this.
Top of the refrigerator
Bottom of the refrigerator

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Trouble-Shooting Guide
Minor problems can often be solved by the appliance owner. Please refer to this trouble-
shooting guide for the possible cause and solution to your problem. Should the problem still
persist, please contact the closest authorized service agent in your area for assistance.
The Appliance fails to Operate After Connecting to Electrical Power Supply
•Check the power cord is properly connected.
•Check the power supply in the electrical outlet (blown fuse / circuit breaker).
•Make sure the appliance is working.
Continuous Operation of the Cooling System
•The door is frequently opened or left open for too long.
•The door is not properly closed (the door may sag, the gasket may be polluted or
damaged).
•Perhaps you may have overloaded the appliance with fresh food.
•The reason may be inadequate ventilation of the compressor (assure adequate air
circulation).
Ice Formation on the Inner Rear Wall
As long as the defrost water runs to the channel and through the outlet to the drain pan on the
compressor, automatic defrosting of the appliance is assured. In case ice formation on the inner
back wall is increased (3-5mm), ice should be manually defrosted.
•Disconnect the appliance from the power supply and leave the door open. Never use
electric devices for defrosting and do not scrape the ice of frost layer with sharp objects.
•After defrosting is complete close the refrigeration door, and reconnect to power supply.
The cause of increased ice formation may be one of the following:
•the door does not seal well (clean the gasket if it is contaminated, or replace
it if it is damaged)
•the door is frequently opened or left open for too long
•the food stored in the refrigerator was warm
•the food or dish is touching the inner back wall.
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Trouble-Shooting Guide (continued)
Water is Leaking From the Refrigerator
If the discharge water outlet is clogged, or the defrost water drips over the channel, water will
leak from the refrigerator.
•Clean the clogged outlet, for example with a plastic straw.
•Manually defrost the increased ice layer. See “Ice Formation on the Inner Rear Wall”.
Noise
A compressor-based refrigerator does produce a certain level of noise. How noisy the appliance
is depends on where it is placed, how it is used and how old the appliance is.
During the operation of the compressor the noise of the liquid is heard. This is a normal
condition and does not relate to the lifetime of the appliance.
After starting the appliance the operation of the compressor and the refrigerant flow may
be louder - this does not mean that something is wrong and does not relate to the lifetime of
the appliance.
Occasionally unusual and louder noise can be heard. This noise is often a consequence of
incorrect installation – check that:
•the appliance is level and installed on a firm solid base / floor;
•it does not touch the wall or kitchen units standing next to it;
•the accessories on the interior of the appliance have been placed correctly in their
positions; and check, bottles, tins and other vessels are not touching each other casing
rattling and/or vibrations.
Failure of Electronics Components
Should there be a failure of the electronics components within the appliance, please contact the
closest authorized service agent in your area for assistance.