Inspired living Refrigerator/Freezer Combi User's Guide HRF-663DTA2* HRF-663DTB2* HRF-663DSA2* HRF-663DSB2* HRF-660SAA HRF-660S HSBS582AS *=blank WW HS SS Thank you very much for choosing to purchase a Haier-brand refrigerator. This User's Guide will help you properly install and operate your newly acquired appliance. For future reference, please write down the model and serial number in the spaces provided below.
Contents Before operation Components ....................................................................................1 Precautions ...................................................................................2-4 Preparations..................................................................................5-6 Door removal................................................................................7-8 Setting up the Refrigerator/Freezer Combi .....................................9 Start-up.......
Components Freezer Refrigerator compartment Light Bottle cover Light Shelves Shelves Ice tray Bottle rack Bottle rack Freezer drawers Veggie drawer cover Veggie drawer Note . The power plug must remain accessible after setting up the appliance. 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. Check the appliance for damages sustained during transportation.
Precautions 2 This appliance requires a 220-240V/50Hz power supply. If the voltage is outside of the 187-242V range, malfunctions and damages of the controls, thermostat or compressor may result, unless a regulator of at least 750W was installed. A dedicated grounded outlet is required. The appliance is equipped with a standard shockproof plug, whose grounding should not be disabled. The power plug of the appliance should always be accessible. Do not damage the power cord.
Precautions Never place flammable, explosive or corrosive This appliance is intended strictly for storing materials in the refrigerator. and freezing foods. It is not suitable for storing such things as vaccines, bacteria or chemical samples, which have demanding temperature requirements. Do not store fuel and other flammable products near this appliance. To avoid injuries, do not let children climb on or hang from the appliance door.
Precautions To avoid injury, keep fingers away from the Do not pour water onto the appliance or set it up door crack when opening or closing the doors. in wet areas. Keep children away from the appliance doors being opened and closed. Refrigerators may only be repaired or altered by Keep bottles and tins out of the freezer. They professionals. Improper repair may cause could burst when the content freezes. considerable damage.
Preparations Unpacking Remove the entire packing material, including the foam underlay and pieces of tape used to hold accessories in place. Separating and counting the included accessories. Check the items in the box against the packing list. In case of a mismatch, please contact your supplier. Setting up the appliance in a suitable area. (Details under “Setting up”.
Preparations Attention: Please do not disassemble the door handle. Any modifications must be done by a qualified technician. Standing still After cleaning, let the appliance stand still for at least six hours before turning it on to start it up.
Door removal Removing the door If your house door is too narrow, remove the refrigerator door and carry the refrigerator in narrow side first. Remove the toe moulding. Toe moulding Remove the freezer compartment door. 1) Unscrew the hinge covers. Disconnect all wires except for the grounding wire. Hinge cover Wires Grounding wire Upper (hinge) Upper hinge Screw 2) Remove the screws from the upper hinge following the direction as indicated by Arrow (1).
Door removal Remove the refrigerator compartment door. 1)Loosen the hinge cover bolts, and then remove the cover. 2) Remove the screws from the upper hinge following the direction as indicated by Arrow (1). Then remove the upper hinge following the direction as indicated by Arrow (2). 3)Lift the refrigerator compartment door to remove it. Slide the refrigerator through the door opening. Slide the refrigerator through the door opening as shown in the illustration. Reinstall the door.
Setting up the Refrigerator/Freezer Combi Be sure to choose a flat and level setup location. Use sturdy and fireproof supports to correct an unevenness in the floor. Turning an appliance foot clockwise raises the appliance, turning it anticlockwise lowers the appliance. Door adjustment If the freezer compartment door is lower than that of the refrigerator compartment, insert the wrench in the groove of the left screw and turn it in the direction of the arrow until both doors are the same height.
Start-up Power connection After connecting it to the power, the appliance is automatically set to the Intelligent mode. This appliance has a memory function which, in the event of a power failure, automatically stores the operating mode that was last used and restores it when the power is turned on again. Operating modes Recommendation: The Intelligent mode allows the appliance to achieve optimal cooling temperatures, regardless of ambient temperature variations.
Digital display operation Control panel FUZZY Quick. FRZ A.Intelligent mode key B.Superfrost key C.Freezer temperature adjustment key D.Refrigerator temperature adjustment key FRZ. Temp REF. Temp E.Intelligent mode indicator F.Superfrost indicator G.Freezer temperature display H.Refrigerator temperature display Intelligent mode FUZZY Quick. FRZ FRZ. Temp REF.
Digital display operation Superfrost FUZZY Quick. FRZ FRZ. Temp REF. Temp It has been scientifically proven that a Superfrost type device is necessary to freeze foods quickly and thoroughly. Press key B, upon which indicator F lights up and the Superfrost action is turned on. Press the key again to turn off the Superfrost action, upon which indicator F goes off. (In Intelligent mode, it is not necessary to turn on Superfrost.
Digital display operation Open-door buzzer warning A buzzer sounds intermittently when the door is left open permanently or is not closed properly. Display control 30 minutes after the last key operation the display is turned off. The display is reactivated as soon as a key is pressed or an appliance door is opened. Activating/Deactivating the refrigerator The refrigerator is deactivated by holding key D (refrigerator temperature adjustment) firmly pressed for three seconds.
Refrigerator compartment Using the refrigerator compartment for shortterm food storage The average refrigerator temperature of 0 °C-10 °C is not low enough for long-term storage of foods; it is suitable only for short-term food storage. Adjusting the height of glass shelves The shelves are height-adjustable to accommodate various item sizes. The shelves can be taken out for height adjustment and cleaning.
Refrigerator compartment Stocking example Foods should be grouped according to the various temperature ranges in the refrigerator compartment. (1) Eggs, butter, cheese (2) Tinned drinks and foods, seasonings (3) Drinks, bottles (4) Preserves (5) Meats (6) Flours, preserves, milk (7) Processed meats, sausage (8) Fruits, vegetables, lettuce Removing the veggie drawer cover First, lift the rear of the shelf in direction (1), and then pull the shelf out in direction (2).
Refrigerator compartment Using the veggie drawer The appliance is equipped with a veggie drawer suitable for keeping fruits and vegetables. The humidity level in the veggie drawer is adjustable. Reducing or closing the opening increases the humidity inside the veggie drawer, which is desirable for keeping cucumbers, grapes, kiwi, plums, etc.
Notes on refrigeration Let warm foods and drinks cool down to room temperature before putting them in the refrigerator compartment. Wash and dry off fresh foods before storing them. Pack and seal foods before storing them. This prevents drying and odour dissipation. Pack the food into portions suitable for your household. Place the foods that will be consumed the soonest towards the front so as not to leave the appliance door open longer than necessary. Do not overstock the refrigerator.
Tips on refrigeration Remove the leaves of root vegetables to prevent them from absorbing the nutrients. Thawing frozen foods inside the refrigerator helps conserve energy. Items not requiring refrigeration: Onions, peppers, garlic, ginger. Items not suitable for refrigeration: Gourds, melons, bananas, pineapple. Refrigeration promotes their decomposition. Do refrigerate unripe fruits.
Freezer compartment Use the freezer compartment for long-term food storage A low temperature in the freezer compartment is necessary for long-term food storage. Do not exceed the maximum length of storage indicated on the package. Removing and cleaning glass shelves First, lift the rear of the shelf in direction (1), and then pull the shelf out in direction (2). Finally, tilt the shelf in direction (3) and remove it once the door is open 90º.
Notes on freezing Let warm foods and drinks cool down to room temperature before putting them in the freezer compartment. Pack the food into portions of up to 2.5 kg suitable for your household. As a result, the portions will freeze faster and the quality after thawing remain optimal for preparation. Package the food before freezing it. The packages should be dry to prevent their sticking together.
Defrosting · Cleaning Defrosting The appliance defrosts automatically. Cleaning Clean the refrigerator regularly to prevent odour build-up. For safety reasons, first unplug the power cord. Clean the appliance using a soft rag or sponge and lukewarm water, to which you may add a little bit of a neutral dishwashing liquid. Dry off surface water with a rag.
Inoperation In the event of a power outage Even in the summer, foods can be kept cool for several hours during a power outage. In the event of a power outage, refrain from adding foods to the appliance and opening the doors. Caution: A temperature drop in the freezer compartment, caused by a power outage or other malfunction, reduces the storage life span and quality of the foods. If you know there will be a power outage, produce more ice cubes and place them in the top section of the refrigerator.
Inoperation When on vacation Before a long vacation, turn off the appliance, take out the food, remove the frost, clean the interior and leave the door open to prevent odour build-up. Transportation Unplug the power cord. Remove all foods from the refrigerator. Secure the shelves, drawers and baskets with tape. Close the appliance door and secure it with tape.
Troubleshooting Long operation time and a temperature increase of housing and compressor are normal during initial operation. Some of the sounds produced during initial operation or at start-up will fade during normal operation. During initial operation, the appliance housing may become warm to prevent condensation.
Troubleshooting When operating, the fan produces an audible sound. The specified power consumption at an ambient temperature of 25°C with 5°C in the refrigerator and -18°C in the freezer after 24 hours of normal operation complies with government standards. Higher power consumption is normal with large amounts of food in the freezer and when the appliance door is opened frequently or for long times. Hum Hum The evaporator lines may produces audible sounds when the temperature is changing.
Customer service Should a malfunction occur that you cannot resolve as described below, contact the nearest customer service. In such a case, please indicate the full model name, serial number and spare part register. (See the product label at the back of the appliance.) Confirm the following before ordering a repair. Unit does not cool The appliance is not connected to the power (plug, outlet, fuse) or is switched off. Unusual noises Light does not come on Bulb is burned out. Voltage too low.
Customer service Confirm the following before ordering a repair. Compressor runs often or for a long time This is normal during initial operation. Normal after loading with large amounts of foods. Appliance door not fully closed. Appliance door is opened frequently. Ambient temperature is high. Wrong temperature setting. See “Starting up”. Poor ventilation Foods are covered with frost or ice Normal if unpackaged food was placed in the freezer. Appliance door not fully closed.