SPT RF-164SS User manual

Instruction Manual
1.6 CU. FT. Refrigerator
RF-164SS (STAINLESS STEEL)

Contents
1. SAFETY WARNINGS............................................................................................................ 1
2. INSTALLTION...................................................................................................................... 2
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 4
4. OPERATION........................................................................................................................ 5
5. CLEANING .......................................................................................................................... 5
6. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................. 6
7. Trou le shooting ............................................................................................................... 6
8. TIPS FOR ENERGY SAVING ................................................................................................. 7
9. DISPOSAL ........................................................................................................................... 8

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1. SAFETY WARNINGS
Caution: risk of fire
1) WARNING―Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.
2) WARNING―Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
3) WARNING―Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
4) WARNING―Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
5) WARNING―D NGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or
freezer:
• Take off the doors
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
6) The appliance has to be unplugged before carrying out user maintenance on the appliance.
7) This appliance can be used by children age 8 years and above and persons with reduce physical
sensory or mental capabilities or 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 shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance shall not
be made by children without supervision.
8) If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
9) Please abandon the refrigerator according to local regulators as the unit contains flammable
blowing gas and refrigerant.
10) Follow local regulations regarding disposal of the appliance due to flammable refrigerant and
blowing gas. Before you dispose the appliance, please take off the doors to prevent children from
being trapped.
11) This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
• staff kitchen areas in shops, 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.
12) Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this
appliance.
IT IS HAZARDOUS FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AUTHORISED SERVICE PERSONNEL TO
CARRY OUT SERVICES OR REPAIRS INVOLVING THE REMOVAL OF COVERS.
TO AVOID THE RISK OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF.

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2. INSTALLTION
2.1 Location
When selecting a position for your unit, please make sure the floor is flat and firm. The room
should be well ventilated with an ambient room temperature between 61°F and 1 °F.
Avoid locating your unit near a heat source, e.g. cooker, boiler or radiator. Also avoid direct
sunlight as it may increase the electrical consumption. Extreme cold temperatures may cause
the unit not to perform properly. This unit is not designed for use in garage or outdoor
installation. Do not drape the unit with any covering.
Please keep a clearance of 8 inches on both sides, 6 inches in the rear and 8 inches above the
unit. This allows for proper air circulation around the refrigerator and improves the unit’s
cooling efficiency. The door can be opened to the right or the left, depending on what better
suits the location. Please ensure there is adequate space for the door to fully open.
2.2 Reversing the Door Swing
Tools Required: Phillips style screwdriver / Flat blade screwdriver / Hexagonal spanner
 We recommend that 2 people handle the unit for door reversal.
 Be sure the unit is unplugged and empty.
 Tilt the unit backwards and rest the unit on something solid so that it will not slip. Do
not lay the unit flat on its back as this may damage the coolant system.
 Adjust the two leveling feet to their highest position.
 All parts removed must be saved for reinstallation of the door.
1) Remove the plastic covering from the top door hinge.
2) Unscrew the three screws from the bottom bracket.
3) Remove the foot from opposite side.
4) Place to one side.

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5) Slide the door downwards and off the top hinge pin.
Lift and remove door, place to side.
6) Remove the two screws from top bracket and transfer
to the other side. You will need to first remove the
plastic caps on the other side.
7) Slide the door back onto the top hinge, be sure the
door is the right way up.
8) Screw the bottom hinge into place on the new side.
9) Place the foot on the other side.
1 ) Cover the top of door hinge with plastic cover by gently
pushing into position.
11) Check that the door is aligned horizontally and
vertically and that the seals are closed on all sides
before final tightening of the bottom hinge.
12) Adjust the leveling feet as needed.
2.3 Door Space Requirements
The unit's door must be able to open fully as shown.
W×D≥27.95×33.86 inches
2.4 Levelling the Unit
Adjust the two leveling feet at the front of the unit.
If the unit is not leveled, the door and magnetic seal alignments
will not be covered properly.
2.5 Cleaning Before Use
Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bicarbonate soda. Then wipe with a
“wrung-out” sponge or cloth with warm water. Wash the shelves and salad bin in warm
soapy water and dry completely before replacing in the unit. Clean the exterior of the unit
with a damp cloth.
If you require more information refer to the Cleaning section.
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2.6 Before Using Your Unit
Before placing any food in your unit, turn it on and wait for 24 hours to make sure it is
working properly. This will also allow the unit to fall to the correct temperature. Your unit
should not be overfilled.
• Before Plugging - Please check that you have a wall socket that is compatible with the
plug supplied.
• Before Turning On – Please allow unit to sit for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the
coolant to settle.
2.7 Interior Accessories
Various glass or plastic storage shelves are included with your appliance - different models
have different combinations.
In order to make the most of the storage volume, you can remove shelves or drawer
according to your usage needs.
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Small Freezing chamber
Thermostat
Drain tray
Steel wire shelf
Leveler leg
bottle storage
*All images in this instruction manual are for indication only; please refer to your individual unit for details.

4. OPERATION
4.1 Switching On Your Unit
• Before connecting the unit to power supply, please make sure the thermostat control
dial is set at OFF position. The control is located to the right of the freezer box.
• Connect power.
• Adjust the thermostat control dial to the desired position, bear in mind that the
higher the number, the colder the temperature. The unit may not operate at the
correct temperature if it is in a particularly hot or a particularly cold room, or if the
door is opened frequently.
• During initial use, please give your unit time to cool down completely before adding
food. It is best to wait for 24 hours.
4.2 Noise Inside the Unit!
You may noti e that your unit makes some unusual noises. Most of these are perfe tly normal,
but you should be aware of them!
These noises are aused by the ir ulation of the refrigerant in the ooling system. It has be ome
more pronoun ed sin e the introdu tion of CFC free gases. This is not a fault and will not affe t
the performan e of your unit. This is the ompressor motor working, as it pumps the refrigerant
around the system.
4.3 Tips for Keeping Food in the Unit
• Cooked food should always be stored on a shelf above raw meats/fishes to avoid ba teria
transfer. Keep raw meats/fishes in a ontainer that is large enough to olle t jui es and
over it properly. Pla e the ontainer on the lowest shelf.
• Leave spa e around your food to allow air to ir ulate inside the unit. Ensure all parts of
the unit are kept ool.
• To prevent transfer of flavors and drying out, pa k or over the food separately. Fruits
and vegetables do not need to be wrapped.
• Always allow pre- ooked food to ool down before pla ing inside the unit. This will help
to maintain the internal temperature of the unit.
• To prevent old air es aping, try to limit the frequen y of door opening.
5. CLEANING
5.1 Defrosting
Frost may a umulate on the inner rear surfa e of the applian e, whi h
will automati ally defrost during the y le of the ompressor. Water is
hanneled via the drain hole to the olle tion tray above the
ompressor where it will evaporate.
Please ensure the drain hole is he ked and leaned on a regular basis
so water an exit the storage ompartment.

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5.2 Cleaning the Interior and the Exterior of the Unit
• Remove shelves and the salad bin.
• Wipe the inside of the unit with a weak solution of bi arbonate soda and then wipe
lean with a “wrung-out” sponge or lothe of warm water. Wipe ompletely dry before
repla ing the shelves and salad bin.
• Use a damp loth to lean the exterior and finish with a standard furniture polish. Make
sure the door is losed to avoid the polish getting on the door seal or inside the unit.
• The ondenser grille lo ated at the ba k of the unit and the adja ent omponents an be
va uumed using a soft brush atta hment.
5.3 Cleaning ips
Condensation may appear on the outside of the unit. This may be due to hange in room
temperature. Wipe off any moisture residue. If the problem ontinues, please onta t a qualified
te hni ian for assistan e.
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1 Changing the Internal Light
Lamp repla ement by professionals.
6.2 Care When Handling / Moving Your Unit
Handle the unit by its sides or base when moving it. Under no ir umstan es should it be lifted by
holding the edges of the top surfa e.
6.3 Servicing
The unit should be servi ed by an authorized engineer and only genuine spare parts should be
used. Under no ir umstan es should you attempt to repair the unit yourself. Repairs arried out
by inexperien ed persons may ause injury or serious malfun tion.
6.4 Vacation / Storage
If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, turn the thermostat to OFF position and
unplug from power sour e. Empty all ontents and lean the applian e. Leave the door ajar to
prevent mold/mildew growth and unpleasant smells.

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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
The following simple issues an be handled by the user. Please all the after-sale servi e
department if the issues are not settled.
No power
Unit is not plugged in. Che k outlet and ir uit.
Low voltage.
Power failure power.
Odor
Odorous foods should be losely wrapped.
Che k for any rotten food.
Clean the interior.
Long-term operation of
ompressor
It is normal for the unit to operate for longer periods of time
during the hotter days when ambient temperature is higher.
Do not put too mu h food in the unit at one time.
Wait for food to ool down before pla ing them in the unit.
Frequent opening of refrigerator door.
Light does not illuminate Che k if refrigerator is onne ted to power.
Che k if bulb is damaged.
The refrigerator door annot
lose properly
Too mu h food inside the unit and the door is blo ked by food
pa kages.
Adjust the leveling leg.
Loud noises Che k if unit is leveled.
Noise ause by the refrigerant ir ulating is normal
7.1 Notes:
• The refrigerator may emit heat during operation, espe ially in summer, this is aused by
the radiation of the ondenser, and it is a normal phenomenon.
• Condensation: ondensation may be dete ted on the exterior surfa e and door seals of
the freezer when the ambient humidity is high. This is a normal. Simply wipe away the
ondensation with a dry towel.
• Buzz: A buzz will be generated by running ompressor during starting up or shutting
down.
8. TIPS FOR ENERGY SAVING
• Try not to open the door too often, espe ially when the weather is humid and hot. On e
you open the door, lose it as soon as possible.
• Che k the unit’s ventilation periodi ally to ensure adequate air ir ulation behind the
unit.
• In normal temperature onditions, please set the thermostat at the middle setting.
• Before loading the applian e with pa kages of fresh food, make sure they are ooled to
ambient temperature.
• I e and frost layer in rease energy onsumption, so lean the applian e as soon as the
layer is 3-5 mm thi k.
• Keep the rear ( ondenser) free of dust and impurities.
• The applian e should be lo ated in the oolest area of the room, away from heat
produ ing applian e or heating du ts and out of dire t sunlight.

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• Overloading the applian e for es the ompressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too
slowly may lose quality or spoil.
• Wrap foods properly and wipe ontainers dry before pla ing them in the refrigerator.
This uts down on frost build-up inside the applian e.
• Do not line the storage bin with aluminum foil, wax paper or paper towel. Liners
interfere with old air ir ulation, making the applian e less effi ient.
• Organize and label food to redu e door openings and extended sear hes. Remove as
many items as needed at one time and lose the door as soon as possible.
9. DISPOSAL
Old units still have some residual value. An environmentally friendly method of disposal will
ensure that valuable raw materials an be re overed and used again. The refrigerant used in your
unit and insulation materials require spe ial disposal pro edures. Ensure that none of the pipes
on the ba k of the unit are damaged prior to disposal. Up to date information on erning options
of disposing of your old unit and pa kaging from the new one an be obtained from your lo al
oun il offi e.
When disposing of an old unit break of any old lo ks or lat hes and remove the door as a
safeguard.
Corre t Disposal of this produ t
Corre t Disposal of this produ t
This marking indi ates that this produ t should not be disposed with other household
wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from un ontrolled waste disposal, re y le it responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resour es. To return your used devi e, please use the
return and olle tion systems or onta t the retailer where the produ t was pur hased.
They an take this produ t for environmental safe re y ling.
For more information, please onta t the lo al authority or your retailer where you pur hased
the produ t.

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Your Guarantee
If this product is found to be faulty as a result of faulty materials or workmanship within one
year from date of purchase, it will be repaired free of charge.
This guarantee is subject to the following terms:
• Sunpentown must be notified of the fault.
• Proof of purchase must be presented to Sunpentown’s nominated representative.
• The warranty will be void if the product if modified, misused or repaired by an
unauthorized person.
• The warranty after repair will not be extended beyond the original one-year period.
• All replacement parts will be new or reconditioned.
• Parts, which are replaced, become the property of Sunpentown.
• The warranty applies for the use of the product in the USA only.
What is NOT COVERED:
• Warranty does not include freight charges.
• Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this product.
• Damage to product caused by improper power supply voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts
of nature.
• Failure of product resulting from unauthorized modifications to the product.
• Improper installation or failure to perform the necessary maintenance.
This GUARANTEE is in addition to your Statutory Rights
SUNPENTOWN INTERNATIONAL INC.
14625 Clark Ave. City of Industry, CA 91745
Tel: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.sunpentown.com