Russell Hobbs RH55FF176W User manual

Model number(s):
RH55FF176 (W) (B) (S)
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 2088750
or visit us at https://mda.russellhobbs.com
IMPORTANT:
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
55cm Wide Fridge Freezer
with Water Dispenser
Instruction Manual

Contents
Safety Instructions ………………………………………. 3-5
Electrical Safety ………………………………………. 5
Transportation & Handling ………………………………………. 5
Installing & Switch on your Appliance ………………………………………. 6
Before Switching On ………………………………………. 7
Product Overview ………………………………………. 8
Unit & Spare Parts ………………………………………. 8
Usage ………………………………………. 9
Temperature Selection ………………………………………. 9
Handle assemble ………………………………………. 10
Door Reversal ………………………………………. 11-14
Replacing the Light ………………………………………. 14
Energy Saving Advice ………………………………………. 15
Freezer Storage Advice ………………………………………. 15
Power Failure ………………………………………. 16
Food Storage Guidelines ………………………………………. 17
Maintenance & Cleaning ………………………………………. 18-19
Internal Cleaning ………………………………………. 18
External Cleaning ………………………………………. 18
When not in Use ………………………………………. 18
Defrosting ………………………………………. 19
Trouble Shooting ………………………………………. 20-21
Connection to the Mains Supply ………………………………………. 22
Guarantee ………………………………………. 23
Technical Specification ………………………………………. 24
Notes ………………………………………. 25-27

Safety Instructions
Important note: Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this
appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation
and usage as described in this booklet.
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.
•This model uses natural refrigerant gas as part of its cooling system. This
gas is known as R600a (Isobutene) and is environmentally friendly but can be
combustible. Care should therefore be taken when handling or transporting the
product to ensure that none of the refrigeration circuit components are
damaged,
•Do not obstruct ventilation openings in the appliance
•The appliance must not be placed or rested on its power cord.
•Do not use mechanical devices or other artificial means to accelerate the
defrosting process, such as a heater or a hair dryer.
•Do not use electrical appliances in the refrigerator compartment of the
appliance.
•If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock, the lock must be
removed as a safety measure before storing it or disposing of it. This is to
protect children from locking themselves inside the appliance.
•Old refrigerators and freezers contain insulation gases and refrigerant, they
must be disposed of properly. Contact your local authority or your dealer if
you have any questions. Please ensure that you do not damage the scrapunit
prior to being picked-up by the relevant waste disposal service.
•Do not use adaptors or extension leads when connecting the appliance to the
electrical power supply
•Do not plug in damaged plugs.
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•Do not pull, twist or damage the power cable.
•Do not plug-in or un-plug the appliance with wet hands to prevent electrical
shock.
•This appliance can be used by childrenaged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensoryor mental capabilitiesor 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 should not play with the appliance.
•Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload this appliance.
•This appliance is designed to be used by adults, do not allow childrento play
with the appliance or letthem hang over the door.
•Do not place explosive or flammable material in your appliance for your own
safety.
•Bottles containing a high percentage of alcohol must be sealedwell and placed
vertically in the refrigerator.
•Do not cover the body or the top of the appliance
•Fix down the accessories in the appliance during transportation to prevent
damage to them.
•To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions
•Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of
the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
•Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and
accessible drainage systems.
•Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48h; flush the water
system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5
days.
•Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so
that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
•Two-star frozen-food compartments(if they are presented in the
appliance) are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making
ice-cream and making ice cubes.
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•One-, two- and three -star compartments (if they are presented in the
appliance) are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
•If the appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean,
dry and leave the door open to prevent mount developing within the
appliance.
Electrical Safety
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PLUGGED INTO AN EARTHED SOCKET
•Before switching on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the
same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate
on 220 –240V AC; 50Hz. Connection to any other power source may damage
the unit.
•This product may be fitted with a non re-wireable plug. If it is necessary to
change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover
becomes lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable
replacement is obtained.
•If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or
becomes damaged in any way, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug
fitted following the wiring instructions. This should be carried out by a qualified
electrician. The plug removed must be disposed of safely, as insertion into a 13
Amp socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard.
Transportation and Handling
For safe lifting, tilt the appliance backwards by no more than 45 degrees, hold the
base and rear corners of cabinet. Lift the refrigerator carefully. Never use the door
handles for lifting. To move the refrigerator on a flat level surface, tilt it slightly
backwards and push backwards.
This unit is heavy and could cause injury –ensure there are adequate people
present to move the appliance.
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Installing and Switching on Your Appliance
•Operating voltage for your appliance is 220-240Vat 50Hz.
•Before plugging in the power supply, ensure that the voltage on the rating label
corresponds to the working voltage of your electrical system in your home.
•Insert the plug into an efficient Ground (Earth) connection. If the socket hasno
Ground (Earth) contact or the plug does not match, we suggestyou call an authorised
electrician for assistance.
•Place your appliance in an area that is not exposed to direct sunlight.
•Your appliance should be placed at least 10cm away from stoves, ovens and other
heating cores.
•This appliance should never be used outdoors or left in the rain.
•When your appliance is placed nextto achest freezer or freezer, there should be at
least 10cms betweenthem to prevent humidityon the outer surface.
•Do not place anything on your appliance and install the unit in a suitable place so that
there is at least 30cm clearance above the appliance.
•If placing your appliance nextto kitchen cabinets, leave 5cm betweenthem.
•The rear of the appliance should be at least 6cm away from the back wall.
•The appliance must be used in the vertical position and on a flat surface.
•To level the appliance, use the adjustable feet on the appliance.
•Do not place your appliance on a carpeted surface as this will prevent adequate
ventilation.
•This appliance should only be placed on a flat, firm surface.
•Choose a dry and well-ventilated space.
•The appliance should be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible.
•If you need help or are unsure how to install the unit, please contact Customer
Services on 0345 208 8750 or visit https://mda.russellhobbs.com.
WARNING! During using, service and disposal the appliance,
pease pay attention to symbol similar to one shown, which is located on
rear of appliance (rear panel or compressor) and with a yellow or orange
colour. It’s risk of fire warning symbol. There are flammable
materials in refrigerant pipes and compressor. Please be far away
fire source during using, service and disposal.
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Before Switching On
•Before using your appliance, add a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to warm
water and with a damp cloth wipe down all parts of the new appliance, then
repeat the process with a clean damp cloth and dry. (ensure the appliance is
not connected to the power when performing this task).
•Remove all transport tapes and foam protection pieces . Clean the interior with
a cloth dampened in lukewarm soap and water. Wipe with clean water and
wipe dry.
•There may be an odour when you first switch on the appliance, it will disappear
when the appliance starts to cool.
•When the appliance has been positioned, adjust the feet to ensure the unit is
stable. This is essential to ensure quiet running and proper door opening
/closing.
•Connect to the electrical socket but do not switch the power to the refrigerator
on for at least 3 hours. The coolant within the product needs time to settle after
it has been transported and put in to position, failure to do this will affect the
cooling performance of your appliance.
•Once the appliance has settled locate the thermostat knob on the product and
set to “5" position and switch on the power. The compressor will begin to work.
Close the door
•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 (this is
normal).
•To save energy, you should minimize the frequency and duration of door
opening.
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1. Top cover
2. Light & thermostat
3. Adjustable shelves
4. Drainage hole
5. Non-adjustable shelf
6. Crisper
7. Freezer drawers
8. Adjustable Feet
9. Door racks
10. Door handles (assemble required)
11. 1 x egg tray & 1 x ice cube tray
12. Screws & screw cap covers
Unit Parts & Spare Parts
Before installation, check that all parts detailed in the product overview are
present. If any parts are missing, please contact the Product Care Customer Service
team on 0345 208 8750 or visit us at https://mda.russellhobbs.com
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Product Overview
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Allow to stand for a minimum of 3 hours before plugging in to the mains
The temperature in the appliance is controlled by the temperature control knob
located inside the fridge. Rotate the control knob left or right to regulate the
temperature inside the fridge.
On the temperature control, 0 is the off setting, 1 is the warmest setting and 7 is
the coldest setting. Under normal conditions the temperature control should
be set at setting “5”. Setting 7 should be used as a rapid cool/freeze setting and
should only be set 2 hours before a large amount of food is placed in the fridge.
The temperature control should be put back to setting 4, 5 or 6 after the food
has been placed in the fridge, if this is not done the temperature in the fridge
compartment could fall below 0ºC as the compressor will run continuously.
Once the temperature control has been set, close the door and plug in the
appliance. We recommend that the door is not opened for a minimum of 4
hours to allow the appliance to reach the standard operating temperature.
Note: The standard operating temperature for the fridge compartment should
be between 0ºC and 4ºC and the standard operating temperature for the freezer
compartment should be between -18°C and -25°C.
Note: The temperature of the freshly stored food and how often the door is
opened affects the temperature in the refrigerator compartment. If
required, change the temperature setting.
Usage

Handle Assembly
Tools Required: Cross headed screwdriver and a flat headed screwdriver.
1. Remove the screw hole caps on the side of the door you require the handle to
be installed.
2. Align the holes on the handle with those on the side of the door and fix in
place with the screws provided.
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Door Reversal
To reverse the door you will need to tilt the appliance backward to access the
lower hinge which holds screws. Do not tilt the appliance more than 45 degrees
and do not lay the appliance flat on its side.
For your own safety, a minimum of 2 people should lift or tilt this product.
Tools Required: Cross headed screwdriver, flat headed screwdriver and hexagonal
spanner.
1. Remove the 4 screw caps and screws from the top cover and lift the cover away
from the appliance.
2. Remove the screws from the hinge bracket, take it off and remove the fridge
door by lifting it up and away.
3. If require remove the handle by reversing the steps detailed in the handle
assembly instruction and install it on the opposite side.
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Door Reversal
4. Remove the pin that is in the hinge with a screwdriver and flip over the hinge
bracket before reattaching the pin to the hinge bracket. Do not fix the hinge to
the opposite side at this stage, please see step 11.
5. Take off the middle hinge by removing the screws. Lift the freezer door up and
move it away. Transfer the screw cap covers to the opposite side.
6. If required remove the handle by reversing the steps detailed in the handle
assembly instruction and install it on the opposite side
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Door Reversal
7. Tilt the appliance carefully, no more than 45 degrees and remove the adjustable
feet from both sides. Take off the bottom hinge by removing the screws.
8. Remove the screw from the bottom hinge and refit it to the opposite side.
Reattach the hinge to the left side of the appliance, reinstall the adjustable feet
and place the freezer door back on.
9. Flip over the middle hinge (by 180°) and put the bottom pin of the middle hinge
into the top of the freezer door and screw the middle hinge back onto the
opposite side the fridge. You must ensure the freezer door is aligned horizontally
and vertically, so that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening.
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Flip 180°
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Door Reversal
10. Place the fridge door back on to the middle hinge, put the pin of the top hinge
into the top of the door and fix the hinge in to place by screwing it to the top of
the fridge (use a spanner to tighten it if necessary. Ensure the fridge door is
aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seals are closed on all sides before
finally tightening the top hinge.
11. Put the screw hole covers on the middle of the appliance and put the top cover
back on, fix it in to place with the screws and replace the caps.
Replacing the Light
The light is an energy efficient, long life LED. Therefore should not need replacing
throughout the life of the product however if it does it has to be replaced by a
qualified engineer.
Please call the service team on 0345 208 8750.
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Energy Saving Advice
•Do not install the appliance close to sources of heat, such as a cooker,
dishwasher or radiator.
•Locate the appliance in a cool well-ventilated room and make sure that the air
vents are clear.
•Try to avoid keeping the doors open for a long time, as warm air will enter the
cabinet and may cause a build-up of ice as well as affecting the energy
consumption. Ensure there are no obstructions preventing the doors from
closing properly.
•Ensure that the door seals are clean and there are no tears or splits.
•Keep the most perishable foods, (those with a short shelf-life, such as cooked
meats), in the coldest part of the fridge. The Salad Crisper Box is the warmest
part of your fridge and should be used for vegetables, salads and fruits etc.
•Do not overload the appliance: the cooling air that circulates and keeps the
appliance cold gets blocked, and pockets of warm air form.
•Do not put hot food into the fridge or freezer –let it cool down first.
Freezer Storage Advice
•Store fresh food in airtight boxes or wrap in bags or foil which are suitable for
freezing.
•Do not allow frozen food to come n to direct contact with food to be frozen.
•Pre-frozen food must be placed in the freezer as quickly as possible after
purchasing.
•To prevent frost damage to fresh vegetables or fruits they must be processed
appropriately before being placed into the freezer compartment.
•You must always follow the storage guidelines printed on all food packaging.
However, below is some suggested maximum storage times at -18°C (4 star
freezer rating) for a variety of foods:
•Fresh meat & poultry –up to 12 months
•Cooked meat –up to 2 months
•Fresh fish –up to 6 months
•Fruit & vegetables –up to 12 months
•Bread & cakes –up to 6 months

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Power Failure
If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen foods, keep the door closed.
If the temperature within your freezer should rise, do not refreeze the food
without checking it's condition.
•Ice Cream: Once thawed should be discarded.
•Fruit and Vegetables: If soft should be cooked and used up.
•Bread and Cakes: Can be refrozen without danger.
•Shellfish: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly.
•Cooked Dishes: i.e. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up.
•Large Pieces of Meat: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
•Small Joints: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
•Chicken: Should be refrigerated and used up quickly

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Refrigerator compartments
Type of food
Door or balconies of fridge
compartment
Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams,
juices, drinks, condiments.
Do not store perishable foods.
Crisper drawer (salad
drawer)
Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed
separately in the crisper bin.
Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in
the refrigerator.
Fridge shelf
–bottom
Chiller (box/drawer)
Raw meat, poultry, fish (for short
-term storage)
Fridge shelf
–middle
Dairy products, eggs
Fridge shelf
–top
Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready
-to-
eat foods, deli meats, leftovers.
Freezer drawer(s)/shelf
Foods for long
-term storage.
Bottom drawer/shelf for raw meat, poultry, fish.
Middle drawer/shelf for frozen vegetables, chips.
Top drawer/shelf for ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen
baked goods.
Food Storage Guidelines

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Maintenance & Cleaning
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.
Internal Cleaning
•Do not pour water over the appliance.
•The cavity should be cleaned periodically using a solution of bicarbonate of
soda and lukewarm water (5ml to 0.5 litre of water)
•Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do not put them in the
dishwasher.
•Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps.
•After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully.
•When you have finished cleaning reconnect the plug with dry hands.
External Cleaning
•Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water. Do NOT use abrasive products.
•There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should be taken
when cleaning.
•Once or twice a year dust the rear of the appliance and the compressor at the
back of the appliance, with a brush or vacuum cleaner, as an accumulation of
dust will affect the performance of the appliance and cause increased energy
consumption.
When the appliance is not in use
When the appliance is not in use for long periods, disconnect from the electricity
supply, empty all of the food and clean the inside. Leave the door open to prevent
the build-up of odours.

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Never use sharp metal tools as it may damage the appliance.
Never use an electrical heater, this may cause an electric shock.
Maintenance & Cleaning
Defrosting
Note: Care must be taken when performing the following procedure.
•The appliance is frost free, so there shouldn’t be any requirement to defrost the
freezer. However, in the unlikely event the appliance does need defrosting please
follow the below steps:
•Try to use as much as possible of the food in the freezer, before defrosting.
However, any food that is left, wrap in newspaper and place aside until ready
to place back after cleaning.
•Switch the appliance off at the wall socket and remove the plug.
•Open the freezer door.
•Place a suitable container to collect the water created from the defrosted ice.
•After defrosting, clean and dry the interior.
•Switch the appliance on and replace any frozen food.
Defrosting can be accelerated by putting bowls of hot (not boiling) water in the freezer and
loosening the frost with a suitable plastic scraper.

Trouble shooting
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Problem
Solution
The fridge/freezer doesn't work
Check that the appliance is switched on.
Check that there has not been a power cut.
Check that the plug is not
faulty.
Check that the fuse has not blown.
Check that the voltage is correct for the appliance.
Are there any faults with the socket? For this purpose, try
the plug of your appliance by connecting it to a socket
which you are sure is working.
The temperature inside the
appliance is not cold enough
Check that there is not too much food in the appliance.
Check that the thermostat is set to a suitable
temperature.
Check that the appliance is not placed in direct sunlight,
or too near to a heating source.
Check that the ambient temperature is within the
operation limits of the appliance.
Are the doors of the appliance opened frequently? Once
the door is opened, the humidity found in the air in the
room enters the appliance, especially if the humidity
levels in the room are very high. The more frequently the
door is opened in humid conditions the more chance of
the build up of moisture.
The temperature within the
appliance is too cold.
Increase the working temperature by adjusting the
thermostat to a lower setting.
The
highest setting should only be used as a rapid cool
setting and should only be set 2 hours before a large
amount of food is placed in the fridge. If this is not done
the temperature in the fridge compartment could fall
below
0ºC as the compressor will run continuously.
The inner surfaces of the
appliance are wet
Caused by condensation
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dry the inside of the appliance.
The outer surfaces of the
appliance are wet
Caused by condensation
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dry the outer of the appliance
carefully.