Beko RCHE300K30WN Semi No Frost Fridge User Manual

beko RCHE300K30WN Semi No Frost Fridge

Your refrigerator

  1. Adjustable door shelves
  2. Egg section
  3. Bottle shelf
  4. Adjustable Front Feet
  5. Freezing and Storage (store fresh food to be frozen lower down)
  6. Freezer compartment
  7. Chiller cover and glass
  8. Adjustable shelves
  9. Wine rack
  10. Thermostat knob

Figures that take place in the instruction manual are schemat!c and may not correspond exactly w!th your product. If the subject parts are not !included !n the product you have purchased, then !t !s val!d for other models.

Safety and environment instructions

This section provides the safety instructions necessary to prevent the risk of injury and material damage. Failure to observe these instructions will invalidate all types of product warranty.

Intended use

  • Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-instructure, clear of obstruction.
  • Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
  • Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage
  • compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as

  • farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments;
  • bed and breakfast type environments;
  • catering and similar non-retail applications.

General safety

  • This product should not be used by persons with physical, sensory and mental disabilities, without sufficient knowledge and experience or by children. The device can only be used by such persons under supervision and instruction of a person responsible for their safety. Children should not be allowed to play with this device.
  • In case of malfunction, unplug the device.
  • After unplugging, wait at least 5 mi- nutes before plugging in again.
  • Unplug the product when not in use.
  • Do not touch the plug with wet hands! Do not pull the cable to plug off, always hold the plug.
  • Do not plug in the refrigerator if the socket is loose.
  • Unplug the product during installation, maintenance, cleaning, and repair.
  • If the product will not be used for a while, unplug the product and remove any food inside.
  • Do not use the product when the compartment with circuit cards located on the upper back part of the product (electrical card box cover) (1) is open.
  • Do not use steam or steamed cleaning materials for cleaning the refrigerator and melting the ice inside. Steam may contact the electrified areas and cause a short circuit or electric shock!
  • Do not wash the product by spraying or pouring water on it! The danger of electric shock!
    In case of malfunction, do not use the product, as it may cause electric shock. Contact the authorized service before doing anything.
  • Plug the product into an earthed socket. Earthing must be done by a qualified electrician.
  • If the product has LED-type lighting, contact the authorized service for replacement or in case of any problem.
  • Do not touch frozen food with wet hands! It may adhere to your hands!
  • Do not place liquids in bottles and cans in the freezer compartment. They may explode.
  • Place liquids in an upright position after tightly closing the lid.
  • Do not spray flammable substances near the product, as it may burn or explode.
  • Do not keep flammable materials and products with flammable gas (sprays, etc.) in the refrigerator.
  • Do not place containers holding liquids on top of the product. Splashing water on an electrified part may cause electric shock and the risk of fire.
  • Exposing the product to rain, snow, sunlight, and wind will cause electrical danger. When relocating the product, do not pull by holding the door handle. The handle may come off.
  • Take care to avoid trapping any part of your hands or body in any of the moving parts inside the product.
  • Do not step or lean on the door, drawers, and similar parts of the refrigerator. This will cause the product to fall down and cause damage to the parts.
  • Take care not to trap the power cable.

HC warning

If the product comprises a cooling system using R600a gas, take care to avoid damaging the cooling system and its pipe while using and moving the product. This gas is flammable. If the cooling system is damaged, keep the product away from sources of fire and ventilate the room immediately.

The label on the inner left side indicates the type of gas used in the product.

For models with water dispensers

  • Pressure for cold water inlet shall be maximum 90 psi (620 kPa). If your water pressure exceeds 80 psi (550 kPa), use a pressure limiting valve in your mains system. If you do not know how to check your water pres-sure, ask for the help of a professional plumber.
  • If there is risk of water hammer effect in your installation, always use a wa-ter hammer prevention equipment in your installation. Consult Professional plumbers if you are not sure that the-re is no water hammer effect in your installation.
  • Do not install on the hot water inlet. Take precautions against of the risk of freezing of the hoses. Water tem-perature operating interval shall be 33°F (0.6°C) minimum and 100°F (38°C) maximum.
  • Use drinking water only.

Intended use

  • This product is designed for home use. It is not intended for commercial use.
  • The product should be used to store food and beverages only.
  • Do not keep sensitive products requiring controlled temperatures (vaccines, heat-sensitive medication, medical supplies, etc.) in the refrigerator.
  • The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any damage due to misuse or mishandling.
  • Original spare parts will be provided for 10 years, following the product purchasing date.

Child safety

  • Keep packaging materials out of children’s reach.
  • Do not allow the children to play with the product.
  • If the product’s door comprises alock, keep the key out of children’s reach.

Compliance with WEEE Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product

This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

This product has been manufactured with high quality parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling. Do not dispose of the waste product with normal domestic and other wastes at the end of its service life. Take it to the collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Please consult your local authorities to learn about these collection centers.
Compliance with RoHS Directive

This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive.

Package information
Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.

Installation

In case the information which are given in the user manual are not taken into account, manufacturer will not assume any liability for this.

Points to be paid attention to when the relocation of the refrigerator

  1. Your refrigerator should be unplugged.Before transportation of your refrigerator, it should be emptied and cleaned.
  2. Before it is re-packaged, shelves, accessories, crisper, etc. inside your refrigerator should be fixed with adhesive tape and secured against impacts. Package should be bound with a thick tape or sound ropes and the transportation rules on the package should be strictly observed.
  3. Original packaging and foam materials should be kept for future transportation or moving. Before you start the refrigerator,

Check the following before you start to use your refrigerator:

  1. Attach 2 plastic wedges as illustrated below. Plastic wedges are intended to keep the distance which will ensure the air circulation between your refrigerator and the wall. (The picture is drawn up as a representation and it is not identical with your product.)
  2. Clean the interior of the refrigerator as recommended in the “Maintenance and cleaning” section.
  3. Connect the plug of the refrigerator to the wall socket. When the fridge door is opened, fridge internal lamp will turn on.
  4. When the compressor starts to operate, a sound will be heard. The liquid and gases sealed within the refrigeration system may also give rise to noise, even if the compressor is not running and this is quite normal.
  5. The front edges of the refrigerator may feel warm. This is normal. These areas are designed to be warm to avoid condensation.

Electrical connection

Connect your product to a grounded socket that is being protected by a fuse with the appropriate capacity.

Important

The connection must be in compliance with national regulations.

  1. The power plug must be easily accessible after installation.
  2. The electrical safety of your refrigerator shall be guaranteed only if the earth system in your house complies with standards.
  3.  The voltage stated on the label located at the left inner side of your product should be equal to your network voltage.
  4. Extension cables and multi-plugs must not be used for the connection.

A damaged power cable must be replaced by a qualified electrician. The product must not be operated before it is repaired! There is the risk of electric shock!

Disposing of the packaging
The packing materials may be dangerous for children. Keep the packing materials out of the reach of children or dispose of them by classifying them in accordance with the waste instructions stated by your local authorities. Do not throw away with regular house waste, throw away at packaging pick-up spots designated by the local authorities.
The packing of your refrigerator is produced from recyclable materials.

Disposing of your old refrigerator
Dispose of your old refrigerator without giving any harm to the environment.
You may consult your authorized dealer or waste collection center of your municipality about the disposal of your refrigerator.

Before disposing of your refrigerator, cut out the electric plug and, if there are any locks on the door, make them inoperable in order to protect children against any danger.

The condenser of your appliance is located on the back as shown below. In order to achieve better energy efficiency with lower energy consumption, please pull the condenser towards yourself as illustrated in picture below.

*may not be available in all models

Placing and Installation

If the entrance door of the room where the refrigerator will be installed is not wide enough for the refrigerator to pass through, then call the authorized service to have them remove the doors of your refrigerator and pass it sideways through the door.

  1. Install your refrigerator to a place that allows ease of use.
  2. Keep your refrigerator away from heat sources, humid places and direct sunlight.
  3. There must be appropriate air ventilation around your refrigerator in order to achieve an efficient operation. If the refrigerator is to be placed in a recess in the wall, there must be at least 5 cm distance with the ceiling and at least 5 cm with the wall. Do not place your product on the materials such as rugs or carpets.
  4. Place your refrigerator on an even floor surface to prevent jolts.

Changing the illumination lamp

To change the Bulb/LED used for illumination of your refrigerator, call your Authorised Service. The lamp(s) used in this appliance is not suitable for household room illumination. The intended purpose of this lamp is to assist the user to place foodstuffs in the refrigerator/freezer in a safe and comfortable way.The lamps used in this appliance have to withstand extreme physical conditions such as temperatures below -20 °C.(only chest and upright freezer)

Adjusting the legs
If your refrigerator is unbalanced; You can balance your refrigerator by turning its front legs as illustrated in the figure. The corner where the leg exists is lowered when you turn in the direction of black arrow and raised when you turn in the opposite direction. Taking help from someone to slightly lift the refrigerator will facilitate this process.

Preparation

  • Your refrigerator should be installed at least 30 cm away from heat sources such as hobs, ovens, central heater and stoves and at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens and should not be located under direct sunlight.
  • The ambient temperature of the room where you install your refrigerator should at least be 10°C. Operating your refrigerator under cooler conditions is not recommended with regard to its efficiency.
  • Please make sure that the interior of your refrigerator is cleaned thoroughly.
  •  If two refrigerators are to be installed side by side, there should be at least 2 cm distance between them.
  • When you operate your refrigerator for the first time, please observe the following instructions during the initial six hours.
  • The door should not be opened frequently.
  • It must be operated empty without any food in it.
  • Do not unplug your refrigerator. If a power failure occurs out of your control, please see the warnings in the “Recommended solutions for the problems” section.
  • Original packaging and foam materials should be kept for future transportation or moving.
  • The baskets/drawers that are provided with the chill compartment must always be in use for low energy consumption and for better storage conditions.
  • Food contact with the temperature sensor in the freezer compartment may increase energy consumption of the appliance. Thus any contact with the sensor(s) must be avoided.
  • In some models, the instrument panel automatically turns off 5 minutes after the door has closed. It will be reactivated when the door has opened or pressed on any key.
  • Due to temperature change as a result of opening/closing the product door during operation, condensation on the door/body shelves and the glass containers is normal
  • Since hot and humid air will not directly penetrate into your product when the doors are not opened, your product will optimize itself in conditions sufficient to protect your food. Functions and components such as compressor, fan, heater, defrost, lighting, display and so on will operate according to the needs to consume minimum energy under these circumstances.

Reversing the doors

Proceed in numerical order

Using your freezer

The operating temperature is regulated by temperature control.

  • 0=System cooling is off.
  • 1=Lowest cooling setting
  • (Warmest setting).
  • 5=Highest cooling setting (Coldest setting).

The average temperature inside the fridge should be around +5°C. Please choose the setting according to the desired temperature. Please note that there will be different temperatures in the cooling area. The coldest region is immediately above the vegetable compartment. The interior temperature also depends on ambient temperature, the frequency with which the door is opened and the number of foods kept inside. Frequently opening the door causes the interior temperature to rise. For this reason, it is recommended to close the door again as soon as possible after use.The interior temperature of your refrigerator changes for the following reasons;

  • Seasonal temperatures,
  • Frequent opening of the door and leaving the door open for long periods,
  • Food put into the refrigerator without cooling down to the room temperature,
  • The location of the refrigerator in the room (e.g.exposing to sunlight).
  • You may adjust the varying interior temperature due to such reasons by using the thermostat
  • If the ambient temperature is higher than 32°C, turn the thermostat button to the maximum position.
  • If the ambient temperature is lower than 25°C, turn the thermostat button to the minimum position.

Cooling

Food storage
The fr!dge compartment !s for the short-term storage of fresh food and dr!nks. Store m!lk products !n the !ntended compartment !n the cooler/freezer. Bottles can be stored !n the bottle holder or !n the bottle shelf of the door. Raw meat !s best kept !n a polyethylene bag !n the compartment at the very bottom of the cooler/freezer. Allow hot foods and beverages to cool to room temperature pr!or to plac!ng them !n the cooler/freezer.

Attention

Store concentrated alcohol only standing upright and tightly closed.  Do not store explosive substances or containers with flammable propellant gases (canned cream, spray cans etc.) in the device. There is a danger of explosion.

Placing the food

Egg tray Egg
 

Fridge compartment shelves

 

Food in pans, covered plates and closed containers

 

Fridge compartment door shelves

 

Small and packaged food or drinks (such as milk, fruit juice and beer)

 

Crisper

 

Vegetables and fruits

Defrosting of the appliance

The appliance defrosts automatically. Check regularly to see if the drainpipe is clogged or not and clear it with the stick in the hole when necessary.

Maintenance and cleaning

  • Never use gasoline, benzene or similar substances for cleaning purposes.
  • We recommend that you unplug the appliance before cleaning
  • Never use any sharp abrasive instrument, soap, household cleaner, detergent and wax polish for cleaning.
  • Use lukewarm water to clean the cabinet of your refrigerator and wipe it dry.
  • Use a damp cloth wrung out in a solution of one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water to clean the interior and wipe it dry.
  • Make sure that no water enters the lamp housing and other electrical items.
  • If your refrigerator is not going to  be used for a long period of time, unplug the power cable, remove all food, clean it and leave the door ajar.
  • Check door seals regularly to ensure they are clean and free from food particles.
  • To remove door racks, remove all the contents and then simply push the door rack upwards from the base.
  • Never use cleaning agents or water that contain chlorine to clean the outer surfaces and chromium-coated parts of the product. Chlorine causes corrosion on such metal surfaces.
  • Do not use sharp, abrasive tools, soap, household cleaning agents, detergents, kerosene, fuel oil, varnish etc. to prevent removal and deformation of the prints on the plastic part. Use lukewarm water and a soft cloth for cleaning and then wipe it dry.

Protection of plastic surfaces
Do not put the liquid oils or oil-cooked meals in your refrigerator in unsealed containers as they damage the plastic surfaces of your refrigerator. In case of spilling or smearing oil on the plastic surfaces, clean and rinse the relevant part of the surface at once with warm water.

Troubleshooting

Please review this list before calling the service. It will save you time and money. This list includes frequent complaints that are not arising from defective workmanship or material usage. Some of the features described here may not exist in your product.

The refrigerator does not operate.
The plug is not inserted into the socket correctly. >>>Insert the plug into the socket securely.

The fuse of the socket to which your refrigerator is connected to or the main fuse have blown out. >>>Check the fuse.

Condensation on the side wall of the fridge compartment (MULTIZONE, COOL CONTROL and FLEXI ZONE).
Door has been opened frequently. >>>Do not open and close the door of refrigerator frequently.

Ambient is very humid. >>>Do not install your refrigerator into highly humid places.

Food containing liquid is stored in open containers. >>>Do not store food with liquid content in open containers.

Door of the refrigerator is left ajar. >>>Close the door of the refrigerator.

Thermostat is set to a very cold level. >>>Set the thermostat to a suitable level.

Compressor is not running
Protective thermic of the compressor will blow out during sudden power failures or plug-out plug-ins as the refrigerant pressure in the cooling system of the refrigerator has not been balanced yet. The refrigerator will start running approximately after 6 minutes. Please call the service if the refrigerator does not startup at the end of this period.

The fridge is in defrost cycle. >>>This is normal for a full-automatically defrosting refrigerator. Defrosting cycle occurs periodically.

The refrigerator is not plugged into the socket. >>>Make sure that the plug is fit into the socket.

Temperature settings are not made correctly. >>>Select the suitable temperature value.

There is a power outage. >>>Refrigerator returns to normal operation when the power restores.

The operation noise increases when the refrigerator is running.
The operating performance of the refrigerator may change due to the changes in the ambient temperature. It is normal and not a fault.
The refrigerator is running frequently or for a long time.
New product may be wider than the previous one. Larger refrigerators operate for a longer period of time.

The room temperature may be high. >>>It is normal that the product operates for longer periods in hot ambient.

The refrigerator might be plugged in recently or might be loaded with food.

>>>When the refrigerator is plugged in or loaded with food recently, it will take longer for it to attain the set temperature. This is normal.

Large amounts of hot food might be put in the refrigerator recently. >>>Do not put hot food into the refrigerator.

Doors might be opened frequently or left ajar for a long time. >>>The warm air that has entered into the refrigerator causes the refrigerator to run for longer periods. Do not open the doors frequently.

The freezer or fridge compartment door might be left ajar. >>>Check if the doors are closed completely.

The refrigerator is adjusted to a very low temperature. >>>Adjust the refrigerator temperature to a warmer degree and wait until the temperature is achieved.

The door seal of the fridge or freezer may be soiled, worn out, broken or not properly seated. >>>Clean or replace the seal. A damaged/broken seal causes the refrigerator to run for a longer period of time in order to maintain the current temperature.

Freezer temperature is very low while the fridge temperature is sufficient.
The freezer temperature is adjusted to a very low value. >>>Adjust the freezer temperature to a warmer degree and check.
The fridge temperature is very low while the freezer temperature is sufficient.
The fridge temperature is adjusted to a very low value. >>>Adjust the fridge temperature to a warmer degree and check.
Food kept in the fridge compartment drawers is frozen.
The fridge temperature is adjusted to a very high value. >>>Adjust the fridge temperature to a lower value and check.
The temperature in the fridge or freezer is very high.
 The fridge temperature is adjusted to a very high value. >>>Fridge compartment temperature setting has an effect on the temperature of the freezer. Change the temperatures of the fridge or freezer and wait until the relevant compartments attain a sufficient temperature.

Doors are opened frequently or left ajar for a long time. >>>Do not open the doors frequently.

Door is ajar. >>>Close the door completely.

The refrigerator is plugged in or loaded with food recently. >>>This is normal.

When the refrigerator is plugged in or loaded with food recently, it will take longer for it to attain the set temperature.

Large amounts of hot food might be put in the refrigerator recently. >>>Do not put hot food into the refrigerator.

Vibrations or noise.
The floor is not level or stable. >>> If the refrigerator rocks when moved slowly, balance it by adjusting its feet. Also make sure that the floor is strong enough to carry the refrigerator, and level.

The items put onto the refrigerator may cause noise. >>>Remove the items on top of the refrigerator.

There are noises coming from the refrigerator like liquid flowing, spraying, etc.
Liquid and gas flows occur in accordance with the operating principles of your refrigerator. It is normal and not a fault.
Whistle comes from the refrigerator.
Fans are used in order to cool the refrigerator. It is normal and not a fault.
Condensation on the inner walls of refrigerator.
Hot and humid weather increases icing and condensation. It is normal and not a fault.

Doors are opened frequently or left ajar for a long time. >>>Do not open the doors frequently. Close them if they are open.

The door is ajar. >>>Close the door completely.

Humidity occurs on the outside of the refrigerator or between the doors.
There might be humidity in the air; this is quite normal in humid weather.

When the humidity is less, condensation will disappear.

Bad odour inside the refrigerator.
No regular cleaning is performed. >>>Clean the inside of the refrigerator regularly with a sponge, lukewarm water or carbonate dissolved in water.

Some containers or package materials may cause the smell. >>>Use a different container or different brand packaging material.

Food is put into the refrigerator in uncovered containers. >>>Keep the food in closed containers. Microorganisms spreading out from uncovered containers can cause unpleasant odours.

Remove the foods that have expired best before dates and spoiled from the refrigerator.

The door is not closing.
Food packages are preventing the door from closing. >>>Replace the packages that are obstructing the door.

The refrigerator is not completely even on the floor. >>>Adjust the feet to balance the refrigerator.

The floor is not level or strong. >>>Make sure that the floor is level and capable to carry the refrigerator.

Crispers are stuck.
The food is touching the ceiling of the drawer. >>>Rearrange food in the drawer.
If The Surface Of The Product Is Hot.
High temperatures may be observed between the two doors, on the side panels and at the rear grill while the product is operating. This is normal and does not require service maintenance!Be careful when touching the- se areas.