REFRIGERATOR RT23 RT26 RT31 RT34 OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain for future reference. DA99-00555A REV ( 0.
MAIN FEATURES Large Freezer Storage Area - Stores large quantities of food in the freezer. Jumbo Storage Guard - Holds large bottles securely. Adjustable Storage Guards - Position them for your convenience and according to the height of your food containers. Bio-Fresh Zone - Keeps vegetables fresh for longer periods. Sliding Drawer (Premium only) - Extra storage space for vegetables and fruits. iCooling (Premium only) - Advanced air circulation for faster surround cooling.
BASIC PREPARATION Read Instructions. Please read all safety and operating instructions before operating this appliance. Retain Instructions. Please keep this Owner's Manual for future reference. Heed Warnings. All warnings, Cautions and Notes on this refrigerator are important; please pay attention to them. Follow Instructions. For best results, follow all instructions given in this manual. Model and Serial Numbers.
Getting Started 1 Wipe the appliance inside and outside using a cloth dampened with warm water and a small amount of detergent. 2 Before plugging in for the first time, allow the refrigerator to stabilize for at least one hour. Allow the freezer compartment to cool for 2 to 3 hours before storing food.
INSTALLATION 1 Install this refrigerator on a firm, flat surface. 2 Avoid locations affected by draughts or dampness.
3 For optimum operation, normal room temperature is recommended. Avoid locations in direct sunlight, near heaters, radiators, stoves or ovens. 4 Allow a 50mm space between the refrigerator and the wall. If your refrigerator is going into a recessed area, allow at least 300mm clearance above the refrigerator. 5 For personal safety, properly ground this appliance. Do not ground this refrigerator with a telephone line, gas pipe, etc.
CAUTIONS WHILE USING 1 2 3 - Do not allow water to splash onto the refrigerator. - Water impairs the insulation of electric parts and may cause an electrical shock or a fire hazard. - Do not use flammable sprays such as lacquer and paint near the refrigerator. - Heat from the refrigeration unit may ignite flammable aerosols. - Do not allow unattended children to play in or around refrigerators and other large appliances. The child may get hurt or they could damage the appliance.
4 5 - For optimum operation, do not leave the door open for any longer than necessary. - Leaving the door open allows warmer air to enter the refrigerator and causes the refrigeration unit to use more energy to maintain the temperature. - Do not store volatile chemicals such as ether and benzene in the refrigerator. - The fumes, besides damaging food, can build up and cause an explosion. 6 - Do not use the refrigerator if it is not operating correctly or has been damaged.
PARTS (RT23 / 26) Twist Ice Cube Tray (Premium only) Ice Storage Bin Freezer Compartment Temperature Control Super-Freeze Zone (Premium only) Chiller Compartment Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Control -cooling (Premium only) Refrigerator Shelf (Plastic or Steel) Lamp Adjustable Storage Guard Dairy Guard (RT26 Premium only) Bottle Guide(Premium only) Jumbo Guard Bottle Storage Guard Bio-Fresh Zone Sliding Drawer (Premium only) 8
PARTS (RT31 / 34) Twist Ice Cube Tray Ice Storage Bin Freezer Compartment Temperature Control Super Freeze Zone Freezer shelf Chiller Compartment Refrigerator Compartment Temperature Control -cooling Refrigerator Shelf Lamp Adjustable Storage Guard (RT34 2EA) Dairy Guard Bottle Guide Jumbo Guard Bottle Storage Guard Bio-Fresh Zone Sliding Drawer 9
REPLACING THE LAMP upper tab of the lamp cover 1 Press with some tool such as - driver and pull it out. the existing lamp bulb and replace it with a new one. 2 -- Turn Replace the lamp cover by aligning the cover at the top( ) and carefully pressing 1 it into place( 2 ).
STORING FOOD Store food in small portions Seal food in containers with lids, in plastic wrap or in plastic bags to prevent drying and the mingling of odors. Allow hot food and drinks to cool to room temperature before placing them in the refrigerator or freezer. Allow sufficient space between stuff to help the circulation of cool air. Place liquid at the front of the refrigerator to avoid freezing. Wash dry fruits and vegetables before placing them in the r. refrigerator.
HOW TO USE Temperature control Freezer Temperature control COLDER Turn the Temperature Control to "COLDER" if you; - have a lot of food to store (refrigerator or freezer) - want to make ice (freezer) - require fast freezing (freezer) Refrigerator Freezer NORMAL Refrigerator Temperature control Turn the Temperature Control to the midway point between "COLDER" and "COLD" for normal refrigerating or freezing mode.
Ice Cube Maker (Premium Type) tray with water taking 1 Fillcarethenoticetocube overfill. Water level 2 Slide the tray onto the ice cube shelf. 3When ice is formed, remove the ice cubes from the ice cube tray by twisting the ice tray knobs. Make sure the ice storage bin is beneath the ice cube tray (see diagram below).
Ice Cube Maker (Economic Type) ice tray with water taking care not to 1 Filloverfillthe and place it on the support tray. Water level ice is formed, hold both ends of the tray 2 When and remove the ice cubes by twisting it gently.
Chiller Compartment This compartment helps preserve the taste of food and prolongs its freshness by freezing the surface of the food only. Use the chiller for storing cheese, meat, snacks, fish or any food to be used soon. Bio-Fresh Zone This compartment maintains the moisture and freshness of vegetables. It maintains necessary humidity and protects the vegetables from direct draughts of cold air which prevents drying. To increase humidity, set the humidity control to high.
LEVELING THE APPLIANCE To compensate for any floor unevenness, adjust the height of the appliance by turning the adjustable feet clockwise or counterclockwise. The adjustable feet are at the front along the lower edge of the refrigerator chassis. When the refrigerator leans to the left, turn the left front foot counterclockwise. When the refrigerator leans to the right, turn the right front foot counterclockwise.
REMOVING ACCESSORIES Freezer Shelf - Pull the shelf forward and slide it out. Refrigerator Shelf - Pull the shelf forward until it rmeets the stopper. -Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it out. Bio-Fresh Zone Bin and Cover - Pull the vegetable bin forward and take it out of the refrigerator. - Lift the cover up and pull it out of the refrigerator.
Chiller Compartment - Pull the chiller compartment towards you until it meets the stopper. - Tilt the front upward and pull the compartment out. Adjustable Storage Guard Lift the guard up and slide it out (These storage guards are adjustable and may be positioned to best fit your needs.) Bottle Storage Guards Lift the guard up and slide it out. (This bottle storage guard is not adjustable; it fits in only one position.) Dairy Guard (RT26 / 31 / 34) Lift the guard up and slide it out.
CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR 19
Evaporation Slots in Freezer Wipe the slot area with a clean, dry, soft cloth. Caution: Do not allow any foreign substance or particles to clog these openings. Interior Parts After removing all the shelves, wipe the appliance clean using a clean, soft cloth dampened with warm water and a mild detergent. Door Seals Clean the door seals often using a clean, soft cloth dampened with warm water and a mild detergent. Be careful not to damage the seals.
BEFORE CALLING SERVICE When the Refrigerator / Freezer is not operating or the food does not cool sufficiently.
When you hear a sound like water flowing: - This sound is generated by movement of the refrigerant and is not a malfunction.