Sharp SJ-LE204M0X-EU Fridge User Manual
SJ-LE204M0X-EU Fridge
User Manual
Your fridge conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of damage read this manual carefully before using your fridge for the first time. It contains important safety information on the installation, safety, use and maintenance of your Fridge. Retain this manual for future use.
GENERAL WARNINGS
- While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the cooler gas circuit.
- Do not store any containers with flammable materials, such as spray cans or fire extinguisher refill cartridges in the vicinity of the fridge.
- This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as;
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environment which can be equated with ordinary household
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments which can be equated with ordinary household
– bed and breakfast type environments which can be equated with ordinary household
Disposal
- All packaging and materials used are environmentally friendly and recyclable. Please dispose of any packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Consult your local council for further details.
- When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug and cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children becoming trapped inside.
- A cut off plug inserted into a 16 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Please ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.
Disposal of your old appliance
Please ask your local authority about the disposal of the WEEE for the reuse, recycle and recovery purposes.
Notes:
- Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
- Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future.
- This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic environments and for specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and our company will not be responsible for the losses to be occurred.
- This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for the losses to be occurred in the contrary case.
- Do not connect your Fridge to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.
- A damaged power cord/plug can cause fire or give you and electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be dine by qualified personnel.
- Never bend the power cord excessively.
- Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit electric shock.
Installation Information
Before unpacking and manoeuvering your fridge please take some time to familiarise yourself with the following points.
- Position away from direct sunlight and away from any heat source such as a radiator.
- Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, Gas ovens, and heater cores, and should be at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.
- Do not expose your fridge to moisture or rain.
- Your fridge should be positioned at least 20mm away from another freezer.
- Clearance of at least 150 mm is required at the top and back of your fridge. Do not place anything on top of your fridge.
- For safe operation, it is important that your fridge is safe and balanced. The adjustable feet are used to level your fridge. Make sure that your appliance is level before placing any foodstuffs inside it.
- We recommend that you wipe all shelving and trays with a cloth soaked in warm water mixed with a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda before use. After cleaning rinse with warm water and dry.
- Install using the plastic distance guides, which can be found at the rear of the appliance. Turn 90 degrees (as shown in the diagram). This will keep the condenser from touching the wall.
- The fridge should be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 75 mm.
Before Using your Fridge
- When using your fridge for the first time, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This will allow efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.
- You may notice a light odor when using your fridge for the first time. This is perfectly normal and will fade away as the fridge starts to cool.
YOUR FRIDGE
This figure has been drawn for information purposes to show the various parts and accessories in the appliance. Parts may vary according to the model of the appliance.
General notes:
Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance, and shelves evenly distributed, position of door bins does not affect energy consumption.
USING YOUR FRIDGE
Thermostat setting
The thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the refrigerator compartment. By rotating the knob from position « 1 » to « 5 », colder temperatures can be obtained.
- Larders (coolers) do have not freezer compartments but can cool below 5°C.
Important note: Do not try to rotate the knob beyond 1 position it will stop your appliance. - For short-term storage of food in the refrigerator compartment, you can set the knob between the minimum and medium positions. (1-3) compartment, you can set the knob to the medium position. (3-4)
- Note that; the ambient temperature, the temperature of the freshly stored food, and how often the door is opened, affect the temperature in the refrigerator compartment. If required, change the temperature setting.
Warnings for temperature settings
- The ambient temperature, temperature of the freshly stored food, and how often the door is opened, affect the temperature in the refrigerator compartment. If required, change the temperature setting.
- It is not recommended that you operate your fridge in environments colder than 10°C.
- The temperature setting should be set by taking into consideration how often the fridge door is opened and closed, how much food is stored in the fridge, and the environment in which and the positioning of the appliance.
- We recommend that when first using the fridge it should be left running for 24 hours uninterrupted to ensure it is completely cooled. Do not open the fridge door, or put food inside for this period.
- Your fridge has a 5-minute built-in delay function, designed to prevent damage to the compressor. When power is applied to your fridge, it will begin to operate normally after 5 minutes.
CHAPTER -3: USING YOUR FRIDGE
- Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. It is not recommended that your fridge is operated in environments that are out of the stated temperature intervals in terms of cooling efficiency.
- This appliance is designed for use at an ambient temperature within the 16°C – 32°C range.
Climate class and meaning:
T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C.
ST (subtropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C.
N (temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C.
SN (extended temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C.
Temperature indicator
In order to help you better set your refrigerator, we have equipped it with a temperature indicator located in the coldest area.
To better store the food in your refrigerator, especially in the coldest area, make sure the message “OK” appears on the temperature indicator. If « OK » does not appear, this means the temperature has not been set properly
It may be difficult to see the indicator, make sure it is properly lit. Each time the temperature setting device is changed, wait for the stabilization of the temperature inside the appliance before proceeding, if necessary, with a new temperature setting. Please change the position of the temperature setting device progressively and wait at least 12 hours before starting a new check and potential change.
NOTE: Following repeated openings (or prolonged opening) of the door or after putting fresh food into the appliance, it is normal for the indication “OK” not to appear in the temperature setting indicator. If there is an abnormal build-up of ice crystals (bottom wall of the appliance) on the refrigerator compartment, evaporator (overloaded
appliance, high room temperature, frequent door openings), but the temperature setting device on a lower position until compressor off periods is obtained again.
Store food in the coldest area of the refrigerator.
The following symbol indicates the coldest area of your refrigerator.
To be sure to have a low temperature in this area, make sure the shelf is located at the level of this symbol, as shown in the illustration. The upper limit of the coldest area is indicated by the lower side of the sticker (head of the arrow). The coldest area upper shelf must be at the same level as the arrowhead. The coldest area is below this level.
As these shelves are removable, make sure they are always at the same level with these zone limits described on the stickers, in order to guarantee temperatures in this area.
Cleaning
- Before cleaning your fridge, turn your mains supply off and remove the plug from the socket.
- Do not wash your fridge by pouring water onto it.
- Use a warm, soapy cloth or sponge to wipe the interior and exterior of your fridge.
- Carefully remove all shelves and drawers by sliding upwards or outwards and clean with soapy water. Do not wash in a washing machine or dishwasher.
- Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners, or all-purpose cleaning agents to clean your fridge. This may cause damage to the plastic surfaces and other components with the chemicals they contain.
- Clean the condenser at the back of your fridge at least once a year with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.
Make sure that your fridge is unplugged while cleaning.
Defrosting - Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator during operation; water is collected by the evaporating tray and evaporates automatically.
- The evaporating tray and the defrost water drain hole should be cleaned periodically to prevent the water from collecting on the bottom of the refrigerator.
Replacing LED Lighting
If your fridge has LED lighting contact the Sharp help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only.
CHAPTER -4: FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE
- To reduce frost build up never place liquids with unsealed containers in the fridge compartment.
- Allow warn or hot food to cool down before storing. This helps reduce power consumption.
- To avoid frost buildup ensure that nothing is stored touching the back wall.
- The coldest area of the refrigerator is at the bottom. We recommend using this area to store food that will perish easily, such as fish, ready meals, baked goods, or dairy products. The warmest area is the top shelf of the door. We recommend you store butter or cheese here.
- For normal working conditions, it will be sufficient to adjust the temperature setting of your refrigerator to +4 °C.
- The temperature of the fridge compartment should be in the range of 0-8 °C, fresh foods below 0 °C are iced and rotted, bacterial load increases above 8 °C, and spoils.
- Do not put hot food in the refrigerator immediately, wait for the temperature to pass outside. Hot foods increase the degree of your refrigerator and cause food poisoning and unnecessary spoiling of the food.
- Meat, fish, etc. should be stored in the chiller compartment of the food, and the vegetable compartment is preferred for vegetables. (if available)
- To prevent cross-contamination, meat products, and fruit vegetables are not stored together.
- Foods should be placed in the refrigerator in closed containers or covered to prevent moisture and odors.
CHAPTER -5: TROUBLESHOOTING
If your refrigerator is not working properly,it may be a minor problem, therefore check the following, before calling an electrician to save time and money.
What to do if your refrigerator does not operate ;
Check that ;
• There is no power,
• The general switch in your home is not disconnected,
• The thermostat setting is in «•» position,
• The socket is not sufficient. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know is working into the same socket.
What to do if your refrigerator performs poorly ;
Check that ;
• You have not overloaded the appliance,
• The doors are closed perfectly,
• There is no dust on the condenser,
• There is enough place at the rear and side walls.
Your fridge freezer is too noisy.
The cooling gas which circulates in the refrigerator circuit may make a slight noise(bubbling sound) even when the compressor is not running. Do not worry this is quite normal. If these sounds are different check that; The appliance is well leveled, and that Nothing is touching the rear. If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator ;
Check that ;
The drain hole for defrost water is not clogged insert a space please (Use defrost drain plug to clean the drain hole)
Recommendations
• In instances of a power cut unplug the appliance. This prevents damage to the compressor. You should delay plugging in 5 – 10 minutes after you regain power supply. This will avoid damage to components.
• The cooling unit of your refrigerator is hidden in the rear wall. Therefore, water droplets or ice may occur on the rear surface of your fridge due to the operation of the compressor in specified intervals. This is normal. There is no need to perform a defrosting operation unless the ice is excessive.
• If you will not use your fridge for a long time (e.g. in the summer holidays) unplug it. Clean your fridge according to chapter cleaning and leave the door open to prevent humidity and smell.
• If the problem persists after you have followed all the instructions above, please consult an authorized service provider.
CHAPTER -6: TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY
1. Always allow foodstuffs to cool before storing in the appliance.
2. Thaw food in the fridge compartment, this helps save energy.
CHAPTER -7: TECHNICAL DATA
The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label. The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database.
Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance.
It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate of the appliance.
See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.
CHAPTER -8: CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, Serial Number, and Service Index.
The information can be found on the rating plate. You can find the rating label inside the fridge zone on the left lower side.
The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of component, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model.
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