Sharp SJ-LC41CHDIE-CH Fridge User Manual

SHARP SJ-LC41CHDIE-CH Fridge

GENERAL WARNINGS

•  Keep the ventilation openings of the Fridge clear from obstruction.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
• Do not use other electrical appliances inside the Fridge.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• Do not locate multiple portable socket outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• To avoid personal injury or damage this appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.
• The small quantity of refrigerant used in this fridge is eco friendly R600a an isobutene and is flammable and explosive if ignited in enclosed conditions.
• 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 environments 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 catering and similar non-retail applications which can be  equated with ordinary household.
• Your fridge requires a 220-240V, 50Hz mains supply. Do not use any other supply. Before connecting your fridge, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced 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 hazard involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance, shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Children are not expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance of the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old) are not expected to use appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given, older children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can use appliances safely after they have been given appropriate supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance. Very vulnerable people are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given.
• A damaged power cord /plug can cause fire or give you an electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be done by qualified personnel.
• This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.
• 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 are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
• One, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
• If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance.
• If the water dispenser is available

• •  Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flushthe water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.

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.

For Denmark products
The appliance is equipped with a plug approved in the EU ( EU-Schuko Plug) and can be used in Finland, Norway and Sweden. In Denmark, the appliance is only approved for use with a wall outlet type E or type CEE7 // 7-S with a ground leg. If there is only wall outlet type K at the connection point, Replacing EU-Schuko plug with the Danish plug must be performed by only an authorized service personel. Alternatively, connect a suitable and approved power adapter to transition between Schuko plug and Danish earth system. This adapter (min. 10 amps and up to max. 13 amps) can be ordered via at well assorted whitegoods dealer or authorized electrician. Only with one of these methods it can be ensured that the appliance is the correct safety ground. In the absence of earthing installation, an authorised electrician should carry out an earthing installation. In the case of use without earthing installed, we will not be responsible for any loss of use that may occur.

Disposal of your old appliance
This symbol on the product or package implies that the product should not be treated as domestic waste. Instead, it should be delivered to waste collection places recycling electrical and electronic equipment. Recycling materials will help natural resources be preserved. For more detailed information regarding recycling of this product, please contact your local authority, domestic waste disposal service or the shop you have purchased the product from. 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 the 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.

Safety warnings
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 an electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be done by a qualified electrician. Never bend the power cord excessively. Never touch the power cord / plug with wet hands as this
could cause an electric shock. When the door of the coo ler is closed, a vacuum seal will form. Wait for about 1 minute before reopening it. This application is optional for easy opening of the door. With this application, a little condensation may occur around this area and you may remove it.

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 of your appliance. Do not place anything on top of your appliance.
• 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.
• his will keep the condenser from touching the wall.
• Your fridge should be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 75 mm.

Before Using your Fridge

Before setting up your fridge, check for any visible damage. Do not install or use your fridge if it is damaged.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 appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance

1. Turbo fan
2. Wine rack
3. Fridge glass shelves
4. Adapti-Shelf
5. Chill drawer
6. Crisper cover
7. Crisper
8. Levelling feet
9. Bottle shelf
10. Door shelv
11. Water Tank

Water tank group

1. Tank cover
2. Top cover of the water tank
3. Side Locking covers
4. Water tank
5. Gasket ring
6. Tap detail

Egg holder

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.

Front water dispenser group

USING YOUR FRIDGE

Information on No Frost technology

No frost refrigerators differ from other static refrigerators in their operating principle. In normal refrigerators the humidity entering the refrigerators due to opening the door and the humidity inherent in the food causes freezing in the backside of air duct. To defrost the frost and ice in the backside of air duct, you are periodically required to turn off the refrigerator, place the food that needs to be kept cooled in a separately cooled. The situation is completely different in no-frost refrigerators. Dry and cold air is blown into the refrigerator compartment homogeneously and evenly from several points via a blower fan. Cold air dispersed homogeneously and evenly between the shelves cools all of your food equally and uniformly, thus preventing humidity and freezing. Therefore your no-frost refrigerators allows you ease of use, in addition to its huge capacity and stylish appearance.

Display and control panel Using the Control Panel

1. Fridge temperature setting
2. Super Cooling mode indicator
3. Eco mode indicator
4. Alarm indicator
5. Child Lock mode indicator
6. Mode Selector
7. Decrease value
8. Increase value
9. Child Lock Selector

Operating your fridge

Lighting If available
When the product is plugged in for the first time, the interior lights may turn on 1 minute late due to opening tests.

Super Cool Mode

Purpose
To cool and store a large quantity of food in the fridge compartment. To quickly cool drinks.

How to use

• Press the decreasing button (#7 on control panel diagram), repeatedly until the ‘Super Cool logo appears’ (#2)
• Once the Super Cool mode has been set, the machine will beep to confirm the mode has been switched on.
• After the beep the last temperature of the fridge will appear on screen.

During this mode

• Economy mode cannot be selected whilst Super Cool is active.
• You can press the temperature setting increasing button (#8) to deactivate super cooling mode.

NOTE
Depending on the ambient temperature, super cooling mode will automatically be cancelled when the fridge has reached the required temperature.

Economy Mode

Purpose
Energy savings. During periods of less frequent use door opening or absence from home, such as a holiday, Eco program can provide optimum temperature whilst saving power.

How to Us

• Push mode select button #6 on control panel diagram until the Eco Mode icon appears (#3).
• If no button is pressed for 1 second, mode will be set. Economy symbol will blink 3 times.
• After the beep the fridge temperature setting #1 will display an E.
• Economy mode symbol and E will light till mode finishes.

During this mode
The fridge temperature may be adjusted however the adjustment will not be made until Eco Mode is cancelled. When economy mode is cancelled, the selected setting value will be activated and the temperature will be adjusted. Super Cool mode can be selected, however by selecting mode, Eco Mode is cancelled immediately. Eco Mode can be cancelled by pressing the button (#6).

Screen Saver Mode

Purpose
This mode saves energy by switching off all control panel lighting when the panel is left inactive.

How to Use

Screen saver mode will be activated automatically after 30 seconds. If you press any key while the lighting of the control panel is off, the current machine settings will reappear on the display to let you make any change you wish. If you do not cancel the screen saving mode or press any key for 30 seconds, control panel will remain off.

To deactivate the screen saving mode

• To cancel the screen saving mode, first of all, you need to press any key to activate the keys and then press and hold the Mode select button (#6) for 3 seconds.
• To active the screen saving mode, you need to press mode button simultaneously 3 seconds
• To reactivate screen saving mode, press and hold the Mode select button #6 for 3 seconds.

The Child Lock Function

Purpose
Child lock can be activated to prevent any accidental or unintentional changes being made to the appliance settings.

Activating Child Lock

Press and hold child lock select button (#9) for 5 seconds. After the mode has been selected, the lock symbol (#5) will appear on the display.

Cancelling Child Lock

Press and child lock select button (#9) for 5 seconds.

Door Open Alarm Function

If fridge door is left open for more than 2 minutes, the appliance will beep.

Cooler Temperature Settings

Users can use the decreasing or increasing button (#7 / #8) to set the temperature 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2°C and Super Cool Mode. If Super cooling mode or Eco mode is activated, the temperature will not change until the mode is cancelled.

Recommended Temperature Values for Cooler

Warnings for temperature settings
The ambient temperature, 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. 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. A 5 minute delay function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your fridge, when you take the plug out and then plug it back in again after a power cut after 5 minutes. 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 the environments which are out of the stated temperature intervals in terms of cooling efficiency. This appliance is designed for use at an ambient tem-perature within the 10°C – 43°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 temperature has not been set properlyIt may be difficult to see the indicator, make sure it is properly lit.Each time the temperature setting device is changed, wait for the stabilisation 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 of ice crystals bottom wall of the appliance on the refrigerator compartment, evaporator overloaded appliance, high room temperature, frequent door openings), put the temperature setting device on a lower position until compressor off periods are obtained again.

Store food in the coldest area of the refrigerator

Your foods will be better stored if you put them in the most appropriate cooling area. The  coldest area is just above the crisper. 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 with the arrow head. 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.

Accessories

Zero Degree Zone In some models

Keeping food in the Chiller compartment, instead of the freezer or refrigerator compartments, allows food to retain freshness and flavour for longer, while preserving its fresh appearance. When the Chiller tray becomes dirty, remove it and wash with water. Water freezes at 0°C, but food containing salt or sugar freezes at temperatures lower than this.
The Chiller compartment is usually used for storing foods such as raw fish, lightly pickled food, rice, and so on. Do not put food you want to freeze or ice trays to make ice) in the Chiller compartment.

The Fresh Dial

If the crisper is full, the fresh dial located in front of the crisper should be opened. This allows the air in the crisper and the humidity rate to be controlled, to increase the life of food within. The dial, located behind the shelf, must be opened if any condensation is seen on the glass shelf.

Adjustable Door Shelf Adapti-Lift (In some models)

Six different height adjustments can be made to provide storage areas that you need by adjustable door shelf. To change the position of adjustable door shelf ;
Hold the bottom of the shelf and pull the buttons on the side of the door shelf direction of arrow.

Position door shelf the height you need by moving up and down. After you get the position that you want the door shelf, release the buttons on the side of the door shelf.

Before releasing the door shelf, move up down and make sure the door shelf is fixed.

Note
Before moving door shelf is loaded, you must hold the shelf by supporting the bottom. Otherwise, door shelf could fall off the rails due to the weight. So damage may occur on the door shelf or rails.

Adjustable Glass Shelf (In some models)

Adjustable glass shelf mechanism provides higher storage spaces with a simple movement. To cover the glass shelf, push it. You can load your food as you want in the resulting extra space. To bring the shelf in its original position, pull it toward you.

Cleaning

• Make sure to unplug the fridge before starting to clean it.
• Do not wash your fridge by pouring water over it.
• You can wipe the inner and outer sides with a soft cloth or a sponge using warm and soapy water.
• Remove the parts individually and clean with soapy water. Do not wash in a dishwasher.
• Never use flammable, explosive or corrosive material like thinner, gas, acid for cleaning.
• You should clean the condenser with a broom at least once a year in order to provide energy saving and increase the productivity.
• Make sure that your fridge is unplugged while cleaning.
• Replacing LED Lighting
  • If your fridge has LED lighting contact the Sharp help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only.

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 to use 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 store in the chiller compartment of the food, and the vegetable compartment is preferred for vegetables.
• 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.

DOOR REVERSAL

Repositioning the door

• It depends on which fridge you have as to whether it is possible the reverse the doors.
• It is not possible where handles are attached at the front of the appliance.
• If your model does not have handles it is possible to reverse the doors, but this needs to be completed by authorised personnel. Please call Sharp service.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check Warnings
Your fridge warns you if the temperatures for cooler is in improper levels or when a problem occurs in the appliance. Warning codes are displayed in the cooler indicators.

 

Your fridge is not operating

Check if

• There is power.
• The plug is correctly connected to the socket.
• The plug or mains fuse has blown.
• The socket is faulty. Examine this by plugging your fridge into a working socket.

The appliance performs poorly

Check if

• The appliance is overloaded.
• The doors are closed properly.
• There is any dust on the condense.
• There is enough space near the rear and side walls.

Your fridge is operating noisily

Motor noise
Indicates the compressor is operating normally. The compressor may cause more noise for a short time when it is first activated.

Bubbling noise and splash
Due to the flow of the refrigerant in the tubes of the system. Air blowing noise: Indicates normal operation of the system due to the circulation of air.

There is a build up of humidity inside the cooler

Check if

• All food is packed properly. Containers must be dry before being placed in the fridge.
• The fridge door is opened frequently. Humidity of the room enters the fridge when the doors are opened.
• Humidity increases faster when the doors are opened more frequently, especially if the humidity of the room is high.

The door is not opening and closing properly Check if

• There is food or packaging preventing the door from closing.
• The door compartments, shelves and drawers are placed properly.
• The door joints are broken or torn.
• Your fridge is level.

About the water dispenser

If the water flow is abnormal; Check that; The tank is well installed. The tank gaskets are well assembled.

If dripping occurs

Check that

• The tap is well assembled.
• The tap gaskets are well assembled.

Recommendations

• In instances of a power cut unplug the appliance.
• This prevents damage to the compressor.
• You should delay plugging in 5 to 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 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 authorised service provider.

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.

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.

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. Visit our website to www.sharphomeappliances.com