Modena RF 225 TG Series Owner's manual

User
Manual Book
Refrigerator
RF 225* TG**
RF 265* TG**
RF 315* TH**
RF 365* TH**
RF 315* TD**
RF 365* TD**

TABLE OF CONTENT
Part 1: Safety information 3
Environmental Notice 5
Part 2: Name of parts 6
Part 3: Installation guide 7
Before first use 7
Moving the appliance 7
Installation environment 7
Feet adjustment 7
Part 4: How to use 8
Smart Digital Control 8
Mechanical Control 9
Freezer Temperature Setting 10
Combination Setting 10
First use 11
Daily use 11
Food storage tips 12
Part 5: Maintenance 15
Defrosting 16
LED lamp replacement 16
Part 6: Troubleshooting 16
Part 7: Specification 18
Appendix 1: Food storage guide 21
Appendix 2: Changing the Door Opening 24
This guide book explains everything you need to know about your new
product. Please contact our Customer Care should you need further
assistance through www.modena.com.

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READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!
Symbol
Type
Definition
WARNING
Serious injury or death risk
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Dangerous voltage risk
FIRE HAZARD
Risk of fire or flammable material
CAUTION
Injury or property damage risk
IMPORTANT
Important information on product
operations
Keep the air ventilation open, if the appliance is set in enclosed
space or in the built-in structure and clear from any
obstructions.
Do not use electrical devices inside the food storage
compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage
compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged.
The refrigerant and insulation blowing agent inside the
refrigerator need a special disposal procedure. Consult the
disposal method with related parties.
Your refrigerator contains iso-butane refrigerant (R600a) in a
small quantity. Make sure there is no damage or leakage.
Refrigerant leakage may lead to fire or damage to your eyes. If
PART 1: SAFETY INFORMATION

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a leakage is detected, move the refrigerator away from the fire
sources or any other potential sources which can cause fire.
WARNING! Do not place multiple portable socket or portable
power supplies on the back of the appliance
•Do not use power socket adapter
•For products using Fixing Bracket
WARNING! To avoid a danger due to instability of the appliance,
it must be fixed in accordance with the instructions.
•Opening the door for a long period of time can cause a
significant increase of the temperature in the compartment
of the appliance
•Clean the surfaces that contact with food directly and also
the accessible drainage systems regularly
•Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the
refrigerator, so that they do not contact with or drip onto
other foods.
•If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for a long period
of time; switch it off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door
open to prevent mold from developing within the appliance
•While carrying and placing the refrigerator, do not damage the cooler
gas circuit.
•Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
•This appliance is intended to be used in household and domestic
applications
•If the socket does not match the refrigerator plug, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or similar qualified
persons in order to avoid accidents.
•A specially grounded plug has been connected to the power cord of
your refrigerator. This plug should be used with a specially grounded
power socket of 16 amperes. If there is no such socket available in
your house, please have one installed by an expert authorized
electrician.

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•Children are not allowed to perform cleaning or user maintenance of
the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old) are not allowed to
use appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are allowed to use
appliances under surveillance, older children (8-14 years old) and
vulnerable people can use appliances safely after they have been
given appropriate surveillance or instruction concerning the use of
the appliance and the risks that may occur. Very vulnerable people
are not allowed to use appliances unless continuous surveillance is
given.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a technician
an authorized service agent or similar qualified persons, in order to
avoid danger.
•This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes higher than 2000
meters above the sea level.
Environmental Notice
The packaging material used is recyclable. We recommend
that you separate plastic, paper and cardboard and give
them to recycling agents. To help preserve the environment,
the refrigerant used in this product is iso-butane (R600a),
which does not affect the ozone layer and has little impact
on the greenhouse effect. According to WEEE (Waste of Electrical and
Electronic Equipment) guidelines, waste from electrical and electronic
devices should be collected separately. If you need to remove of this
appliance in the future, do not throw it away with the rest of your
domestic garbage. Instead, please take the appliance to the nearest
WEEE collecting agents, where available.

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1. Door Hinge
2. Freezer Shelf
3. Freezer Temperature
Control
4. Freezer Door Basket
5. Fridge Temperature
Control
6. Fridge Shelf
7. Fridge Door Basket
8. Crisper Drawer
9. Adjustable Feet
*Above picture is only for reference. Actual feature and parts may vary depending on the
model
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Before First Use
•Remove all packages, including the foam backing at the bottom of
refrigerator and the tapes fixing accessories in the box.
•Place the refrigerator to a proper position, and adjust the feet to
level. It is better to clean the refrigerator before use.
Moving the Appliance
•Do not carry the refrigerator
horizontally or reversely
•Do not carry the refrigerator by holding
the door or handle; the refrigerator shall
be carried by lifting the bottom.
Installation Environment
•Keep away from heat sources or direct sunlight
•The refrigerator must be placed on a hard and flat ground
•The refrigerator shall be kept away from damp locations where water
is easy to splash; water or dirt shall be removed with soft cloth timely
to prevent rusting which may have an effect on the electrical
characteristics.
•Place the refrigerator in a well-ventilated place, reserve a certain
space around and behind the refrigerator, and do not cover or block
the air grille on the rear cover plate of compressor at the back of
refrigerator
•Provide space as illustrated in the picture below
Feet Adjustment
•Please make sure to adjust two front plastic feet until the height is
suitable
•Turn the feet clockwise to heighten them or rotate the feet
counterclockwise to lower them until the desired height.
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Smart Digital Control
(for applied models only)
Temperature can be adjusted by pressing the SET key. In the case of
temperature adjustment, the indicator light of the corresponding
temperature mode will flash; and if no key is pressed within 5 seconds,
the setting will be validated. The temperature adjustment cycles in the
following manner: 3 →2 →1 →FAST COOL →5 →4 →3
Fast Cool
The refrigerator temperature is cooled down in a quick manner, so as to
preserve food nutrition and fresh taste.
The Fast Cool function keeps working for a maximum period of 30 hours.
After that, it will automatically stop, with the temperature mode restored
to the setting before the Fast Cool function is enabled.
Failure Alarm
When the indicator light of Mode 5 or Mode 3 or Mode 1 keeps flashing,
it indicates refrigerator failure. Please contact the Service Center as
soon as possible.
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Mechanical Control
(for applied models only)
The fridge temperature can be adjusted by
turning the knob switch.
1. The temperature gradually decreases
as you dial the temperature control
knob switch from the position “1” to
“7”.
2. For recommended use, set the knob
to the position “4”
3. When you need fast cooling in the compartment, dial the
temperature control knob switch in the Coldest direction, so as
to extend the compressor running time
IMPORTANT!
It is not recommended to set the temperature control knob at the
“Coldest” position for a long time.
CAUTION!
When you set a temperature, you set an average temperature for
the whole refrigerator cabinet. Temperatures inside each
compartment may vary from the temperature values displayed on
the panel, depending on how much food you store and where you
place them. Ambient temperature may also affect the actual
temperature inside the appliance.

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Freezer Temperature Setting
•When the temperature mode keeps
unchanged, adjust the slider from left to right,
the fridge temperature will increase while the
freezer temperature will decrease.
•When the temperature mode keeps
unchanged, adjust the slider from right to left,
the fridge temperature will decrease while
the freezer temperature will increase.
•It is recommended to adjust the slider in the middle position. When
the user needs a lower freezer temperature, adjust the slider to the
right properly, then the freezer temperature decreases while the
fridge temperature rises. When the temperature meets the
requirement, adjust the slider back to the middle position again in a
timely manner.
Combination Setting
The fridge and freezer setting should be used in below recommended
combination.
Ambient
Temperature
Fridge Temperature Control
Freezer Temperature
Control
Higher than
35℃
16℃-35℃

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Ambient
Temperature
Fridge Temperature Control
Freezer Temperature
Control
Lower than 16℃
First use
Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all
internal accessories with lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as
to remove the typical smell of a brand new product, then dry thoroughly.
Daily Use
Freezing Fresh Food
•The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and
storing frozen and deep-frozen food fora long time.
•Place the fresh food to be frozen in the bottom compartment.
•The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is
specified on the rating plate.
•The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add
other food to be frozen.
Storing Frozen Food
When first starting-up or after a period out of use. Before putting the
product in the compartment let the appliance run at least 2 hours on the
higher settings.
NOTE!
•It is recommended to set at the middle point.
•The temperature combination setting can be adjusted as
recommended in the table in case of change to the ambient
temperature around the refrigerator

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Thawing
Deep-frozen or frozen food, prior to be used, can be thawed in the
freezer compartment or at room temperature, depending on the time
available for this operation.Small pieces may even be cooked still frozen,
directly from the freezer. In this case, cooking will take longer.
Food Storage Tips
Refrigerator
•To reduce humidity and avoid the consequent formation of frost,
always store liquids in sealed containers in the refrigerator. Frost
tends to concentrate in the coldest parts of the evaporating liquid
and, in time, your appliance will require more frequent defrosting.
•Never place warm food in the refrigerator. Warm food should be
allowed to cool at room temperature and should be arranged to
ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator compartment.
•Make sure no items are in direct contact with the rear wall of the
appliance as frost will develop and packaging will stick to it. Do not
open the refrigerator door frequently.
•We recommend that meat and clean fish are loosely wrapped and
stored on the glass shelf just above the vegetable bin where the air
is cooler, as this provides the best storage conditions.
•Store loose fruit and vegetable items in the crisper containers.
Storing fruit and vegetables separately helps prevent ethylene-
sensitive vegetables (green leaves, broccoli, carrot, etc.) being
affected by ethylene releasing fruits (banana, peach, apricot, fig
etc.).
•Do not put wet vegetables into the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT!
In the event of accidental defrosting, for example the power has
been off for longer than the value shown in the technical
characteristics chart under “rising time”, the defrosted food must
be consumed quickly or cooked immediately and then re-frozen
(after cooked).

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•Storage time for all food products depends on the initial quality of
the food and an uninterrupted refrigeration cycle before refrigerator
storage.
•To avoid cross-contamination do not store meat products with fruit
and vegetables. Water leaking from meat may contaminate other
products in the refrigerator. You should package meat products and
clean any leakages on the shelves.
•Do not put food in front of the air flow passage.
•Consume packaged foods before the recommended expiry date.
•See Food Storage Guide in Appendix
Freezer
•The freezer is used for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food, and
making ice cubes
•For freezing fresh food; wrap and seal fresh food properly, that is the
packaging should be air tight and shouldn’t leak. Special freezer
bags, aluminum foil polythene bags and plastic containers are ideal.
•Do not store fresh food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen
food.
•Before freezing fresh food, divide it into portions that can be
consumed in one sitting.
•Consume thawed frozen food within a short period of time after
defrosting
•Never place warm food in the freezer compartment as it will thaw
the frozen food.
•Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on food packaging
when storing frozen food. If no information is provided food, should
not be stored for ore than 3 months from the date of purchase.
NOTE!
Potatoes, onions and garlic should not be stored in the refrigerator.
The table below in the Appendix is a quick guide to show you the
most efficient way to store the major food groups in your
refrigerator compartment.

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•When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it has been stored
under appropriate conditions and that the packaging is not
damaged.
•Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers and
placed in the freezer as soon as possible
•Do not purchase frozen food if the packaging shows signs of
humidity and abnormal swelling. It is probable that it has been stored
at an unsuitable temperature and that the contents have
deteriorated.
•The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature,
the thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of
food, and the length of time required to transport the product from
the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the
packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.
•The maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24
hours is indicated on the appliance label.
•See Food Storage Guide in Appendix
NOTE!
If you attempt to open the freezer door immediately after closing
it, you will find that it will not open easily. This is normal. Once
equilibrium has been reached, the door will open easily.

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Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning.
Do not wash your appliance by pouring water on it.
Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps for
cleaning the appliance.
After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When you have
finished cleaning, reconnect the plug to the mains supply with dry hands.
•Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other
electrical components.
•The appliance should be cleaned regularly using a solution of
bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.
•Clean the accessories separately by hand with soap and water.
Do not wash accessories in a dish washer.
IMPORTANT!
•Never refreeze thawed frozen food.
•The taste of some spices found in cooked dishes (anise,
basilica, watercress, vinegar, assorted spices, ginger, garlic,
onion, mustard, thyme, marjoram, black pepper, etc.) changes
and they assume a strong taste when they are stored for a long
period of time. Therefore, add small amounts of spices to food
to be frozen, or the desired spice should be added after the
food has thawed.
•The storage time of food is dependent on the type of oil used.
Suitable oils are margarine, calf fat, olive oil and butter.
Unsuitable oils are peanut oil and pig fat.
•Food in liquid form should be frozen in plastic cups and other
food should be frozen in plastic folios or bags.
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•Clean the condenser with a brush at least twice a year. This will
help you to save on energy costs and increase productivity.
The power supply must be disconnected during cleaning!
Defrosting
•Your appliance performs automatic defrosting. The water formed as
a result of defrosting passes through the water collection spout,
flows into the vaporization container behind your appliance and
evaporates there.
•Make sure you have disconnected the plug of your appliance before
cleaning the vaporization container.
•Remove the vaporization container from its position by removing the
screws as indicated. Clean it with soapy water at specific time
intervals. This will prevent odors from forming.
LED Lamp Replacement
If your appliance has LED lighting contact the help desk as this should
be changed by technician.
Problem
Possible Cause
Recommended Action
Refrigerator does not
operate
•The mains plug of the
appliance is not in the
socket properly
•The fuse for the
domestic supply is
switched off
•Check whether the
power is on;
•The fuse must be
switched on.
No display on the display
panel
•The mains plug of the
appliance is not in the
socket properly
•The fuse for the
domestic supply is
switched off
•Check whether the
power is on;
•The fuse must be
switched on.
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Problem
Possible Cause
Recommended Action
Alarm sound
•Door is slightly open
or not close more
than 1 minute
•Close the door
completely.
The food is not frozen
enough
•Temperature is not
properly adjusted
•Door was opened for
an extended period
•A large quantity of
warm food was
placed in the
appliance within the
last 24 hours
•The appliance is near
a heat source
•Please look in the
initial temperature
setting section
•Open the door as
long as necessary
•Adjust the
temperature to colder
setting temporarily
•Please look in the
installation section
The compressor do
not work
•It is under defrosting
mode
•Power is not
connected well
•It is normal for
defrosting
•Check whether the
power is connected
well.
Compressor runs
too long
•The fridge has
recently been dis-
connected for a
period of time
•Put too much fresh or
hot food
•Doors are opened too
frequently or too long
•It takes some hours
for the fridge to cool
down completely.
•Hot food will cause
the fridge to run
longer until the
desired temperature
is reached.
•Warm air entering the
fridge cause it to run
longer. Open the door
less often.
Vibrations
•Floor is uneven or
weak. Refrigerator
rocks on the floor
when it is moved
slightly.
•The refrigerator is
touching the wall.
•Check to assure that
the refrigerator is on
a level surface.
•Re-level the
refrigerator and move
it from the wall

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Model
RF 225* TG**
RF 265* TG**
Type
Top Freezer
Top Freezer
No. of doors
2
2
Defrosting
Automatic
Automatic
Compressor
Heavy Duty Compressor
Heavy Duty Compressor
Refrigerant
R600a/39g
R600a/42g
Interior light
LED
LED
Control Panel
Smart Digital Control
Smart Digital Control
Rated Current (Ampere)
0.6
0.6
Total Capacity (Liter)
220
269
Defrost power input
(Watt)
160
160
Rated Voltage (Volt)
220-240
220-240
Rated Frequency (Hz)
50
50
Product dimension
(W×D×H)(mm)
545 × 590 × 1465
545 × 590 × 1700
**SR = Silver; BK = Black; DS = Dark Steel
Design and specification can change without prior notice to improve the quality of the
product. The illustration in this manual is schematic and can be different with your actual
product. The values on label or in other documents are according to laboratory test and
relevant standards. Values can vary depending on the actual operational and
environmental condition of the product.
PART 7: SPECIFICATION

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Model
RF 315* TG**
RF 365* TG**
Type
Top Freezer
Top Freezer
No. of doors
2
2
Defrosting
Automatic
Automatic
Compressor
Intelligent Inverter
Compressor
Intelligent Inverter
Compressor
Refrigerant
R600a/43g
R600a/49g
Interior light
LED
LED
Control Panel
Mechanical Control
Mechanical Control
Total Capacity (Liter)
315
365
Defrost power input
(Watt)
180
180
Rated Voltage (Volt)
220-240
220-240
Rated Frequency (Hz)
50
50
Product dimension
(W×D×H)(mm)
595 × 670 × 1520
595 × 685 × 1700
**SR = Silver; BK = Black; DS = Dark Steel
Design and specification can change without prior notice to improve the quality of the
product. The illustration in this manual is schematic and can be different with your actual
product. The values on label or in other documents are according to laboratory test and
relevant standards. Values can vary depending on the actual operational and
environmental condition of the product.

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Model
RF 315* TD**
RF 365* TD**
Type
Top Freezer
Top Freezer
No. of doors
2
2
Defrosting
Automatic
Automatic
Compressor
Intelligent Inverter
Compressor
Intelligent Inverter
Compressor
Refrigerant
R600a/43g
R600a/49g
Interior light
LED
LED
Control Panel
Smart Digital Control
Smart Digital Control
Total Capacity (Liter)
315
365
Defrost power input
(Watt)
180
180
Rated Voltage (Volt)
220-240
220-240
Rated Frequency (Hz)
50
50
Product dimension
(W×D×H)(mm)
595 × 670 × 1520
595 × 685 × 1700
**SR = Silver; BK = Black; DS = Dark Steel
Design and specification can change without prior notice to improve the quality of the
product. The illustration in this manual is schematic and can be different with your actual
product. The values on label or in other documents are according to laboratory test and
relevant standards. Values can vary depending on the actual operational and
environmental condition of the product.