R1310 - Refrigerator UPO - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Fridge (Refrigerator)
Brand	UPO
Model	R1310
Dimensions (H x W x D)	1800 x 600 x 650 mm
Weight	70 kg
Power Supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Energy Consumption	Approx. 150 kWh/year
Climate Class	N (from 16°C to 32°C)
Temperature Control	Adjustable thermostat
Interior Light	Yes, with bulb
Storage Shelves	4 glass shelves
Salad Drawer	1 crisper drawer
Door Reversibility	Yes, reversible hinge
Defrosting	Manual
Refrigerant	R600a
Noise Level	Approx. 42 dB
Maintenance	Clean interior with mild detergent; defrost regularly
Safety Features	Requires proper ventilation; leveling feet
Spare Parts Availability	Contact authorized service centers
Installation	Free-standing, allow 10 cm clearance around

Frequently Asked Questions - R1310 UPO

What is the recommended temperature setting for the fridge?

The recommended temperature for the fridge compartment is between 3°C and 5°C. Use the thermostat dial to adjust.

How do I clean the interior of the fridge?

Unplug the fridge, remove shelves, and wash with warm water and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive cleaners. Dry thoroughly before restoring power.

Can I reverse the door opening direction?

Yes, the door is reversible. Consult the manual for step-by-step instructions to change the hinge side.

Why is the fridge making unusual noises?

Normal noises include compressor humming, refrigerant flow, or thermal expansion. If loud or irregular, check that the fridge is level and not touching walls.

How can I save energy with my fridge?

Keep the fridge away from heat sources, ensure good ventilation, don't overfill, and set the temperature to recommended levels. Defrost regularly to avoid ice buildup.

How often should I defrost the fridge?

Defrost when the ice layer exceeds 5 mm. For manual defrost models, turn off the fridge and let ice melt naturally. Remove water with a cloth.

What should I do if water leaks from the fridge?

Check the defrost drain for blockages. Clean it with a pipe cleaner or soft brush. Also ensure the fridge is level to prevent overflow.

Is it safe to install the fridge in a garage?

Only if the ambient temperature stays within the climate class range (typically 16°C to 32°C). Extreme cold or heat may affect performance.

The fridge is not cooling properly – what can I check?

Verify the thermostat setting, ensure the door seals properly, and check that the condenser coils are clean. Allow 24 hours for temperature stabilization after loading.

Where can I find spare parts or service for my UPO R1310?

Contact UPO customer service or an authorized repair center. Have your model number ready. Some parts may be available online.

USER MANUAL R1310 UPO

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Thank you for your trust and for buying this appliance. We hope it will successfully serve the purpose for many years.

Refrigerator is for domestic use only and is intended for storing fresh foods at the temperature higher than 0°C.

Before Putting Into Use .... 2

Instructions for Use

We Care for the Environment

Tips for Energy Savings

Important.... 3

Disposing of the Worn Out Appliance

Placing and Installation.... 3

Choosing the Right Place

Placing the Appliance

Connection to Power Supply

Description of the Appliance......4

Operation Control......5

Use....5

Changing the Direction of Opening the

Door 6

Maintenance and Cleaning....7

Cleaning the Appliance

Switch Off the Appliance When Not In Use

Trouble-Shooting Guide ....7

Before Putting Into Use

• Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply, leave it stand for about 2 hours, which will reduce a possibility of malfunctions in the cooling system due to transport handling.
• Clean the appliance, and be thorough, especially in the interior (See Cleaning and Maintenance).
• In case the interior accessories are not correctly placed, rearrange them as described in chapter Description of the Appliance.

Instructions for Use

These instructions for use are intended for the user. They describe the appliance and its correct and safe use. They were prepared for various types of refrigerators therefore you might find in it some functions that do not apply to your appliance and description of some accessories that your appliance does not have.

We Care for the Environment

- Our products use environmentally friendly packaging, which can be either recycled or disposed of in an environmentally friendly

manner. To this end, individual packaging materials are clearly marked.

• These instructions are printed either on recycled paper or chlorine free bleached paper.
• When your appliance finally wears out, please try not to burden the environment with it; call your nearest authorised service agent. (See Disposing of the Worn Out Appliance)

Tips for Energy Savings

• Try not to open the door too often, especially when the weather is wet and hot. Once you open the door, mind to close it as soon as possible. This is especially important if you have an upright model.
• Every now and then check if the appliance is sufficiently ventilated (adequate air circulation behind the appliance).
• Turn the thermostat knob from higher to lower setting as soon as possible (depends on how loaded the appliance is, ambient temperature...).

• Before loading the appliance with fresh food, make sure it was cooled to ambient temperature.

• Ice and frost layer increase energy consumption, so do clean the appliance as soon as the layer is 3-5 mm thick.

• If the gasket is damaged or if it turns out that the sealing is poor, the energy consumption is substantially higher. To restore efficiency, replace the gasket.

• The condenser on the rear wall should be always clean, free of dust or any impurities.

• Always consider instructions stated in sections Positioning and Energy Saving Tips, otherwise the energy consumption is substantially higher.

⚠️ Important

• If you have bought this appliance to replace an old one equipped with a lock that cannot be opened from inside (lock, bolt), make sure that the lock is broken. This will make it impossible for children to lock themselves inside the appliance and suffocate.
• The appliance must be correctly connected to the mains supply. (see: Connecting to the Mains Supply).
• If the food has strange smell or colour, throw it away, because it is very likely that it is spoiled and therefore dangerous to eat.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before repairing it (only a qualified technician should repair it), before cleaning and before replacing the light bulb.
• Do not defrost the appliance with other electric devices (hair dryer etc.) and never scrape the ice or frost layer with sharp tools. Use only enclosed tools or tools recommended by the manufacturer.
• For the sake of environment protection - be careful not to damage the rear wall of the appliance (the condenser unit or the tubes - for example when moving the appliance) or any part of the refrigerating system inside the appliance.
• The refrigerating system of the appliance is filled with refrigerant and oil, so when the appliance is damaged, handle it with care and dispose it of in compliance with environmental protecting precautions. (See We Care for the Environment).
• The rating plate is inside the appliance or outside on the rear wall.

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Disposing of the Worn Out Appliance

• When your appliance finally wears out, dispose it of. If the appliance has a lock, break it, in order to prevent eventual accidents (danger of children get locked inside the appliance).
• The refrigerating system of the appliance is filled with refrigerant and insulating substances which should be separately treated and processed. Call your nearest authorised service agent or specialised servicing centre. If you don't find one, contact your local authorities or your distributor. Be careful not to damage the tubes on the rear wall of the appliance (danger of pollution).

Placing and Installation

Choosing the Right Place

Place the appliance in a dry and regularly ventilated room. Allowed ambient temperature depends on the model (class) of the appliance and is stated on the rating plate of the appliance.

Never place the appliance near heat emitting devices (e.g. cooker, radiator, water heater or similar devices) and do not expose it to direct sunlight.

The appliance should be positioned at least 3 cm away from the electric or gas cooker and at least 30 cm away from the oil or coal stove. If this is not possible, use an appropriate insulation.

Behind the appliance there should be free space at least 200 cm ² wide and above the appliance the high kitchen units should be at least 5 cm away from the appliance in order to assure adequate ventilation of the condenser unit.

Class Ambient temperature

SN (sub-normal) from + 10°C to + 32°C

N (normal) from + 16°C to + 32°C

ST (sub-tropical) from + 16°C to + 38°C

T (tropical) from + 16°C to + 43°C

Placing the Appliance

- Place the appliance firmly on a solid base. Level it with the two adjustable feet, located on the front.

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- The appliance with ventilation grid may be placed close to the wall. The grid enables sufficient air circulation, required for adequate ventilation of the rear wall.

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Connection to Power Supply

Connect the appliance with the cable and plug to the power supply socket outlet with a ground terminal (safety socket).

Required nominal voltage and frequency are indicated on the rating plate.

The connection to the mains supply and earthing have to be made according to current standards and regulations. The appliance resists temporary voltage tolerance up to -6 to + 6 %.

Description of the Appliance

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2 Door storage compartment
3 Bottle shelf
4 Vegetable drawers
5 Storage shelves
6 Temperature regulator and light switch
7 Rating plate

NOTE: This figure is only a sketch of the refrigerator, the actual product may differ from it.

WARNING:

Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the build-in structure, clear of obstruction.

Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.

Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance.

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Operation Control

Insert the plug of the connection lead into the plug socket with protective earth contact. When the refrigerator compartment door is opened, the internal lighting is switched on.

The temperature selector knob is located on the RH side of the refrigerator compartment.

Setting 0 means: Off.

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Refrigerating unit on, the latter then operating automatically.

Setting 1 means: Hightest temperature, warmest setting.

Setting 7 (end-stop) means: Lowest temperature, coldest setting 1.

At a low ambient temperature of around 16^irc C, setting 1 should be 6 selected.

At ambient temperatures of around 25^irc C, select setting 2. If you require a lower temperature, select setting 3 or 4.

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Use

Storing Fresh Foods

Proper use of the appliance, adequately packed food, correct temperature and taking into account hygienic precautions will substantially influence the quality of the food stored.

• Foods to be stored in the refrigerator should be properly packed as to prevent mixing various moisture degrees and odors (in polyethylene bags or sheet, aluminium foil, wax paper, or stored in covered containers or bottles).

• Before storing food in the refrigerator, remove the excessive packaging (like yoghurt in multi-package).

• Pack systematically and make sure that foodstuffs do not touch each other (various odours may mix). Assure adequate air circulation around packages.

• Never store inflammable, volatile or explosive substances.
• Beverages with high alcohol percentage should be stored in tightly sealed bottles in vertical position.
• Food should not touch the rear wall of the refrigerator!
• Foods should be cooled down before storing.

• Crispy and delicate foods should be stored in the coldest parts of the refrigerator.

• Try not to open the door too often.

• Set the thermostat to the setting where lower temperatures are reached. Set the thermostat gradually as to avoid freezing of the foods.
  Use a thermometer and measure the temperature in the individual compartments. Place the thermostat in a glass vessel filled with water. Temperature readings are most reliable few hour after steady state is reached.
• Some organic solutions like volatile oils in lemon or orange peel, acid in butter etc. could cause damage and when in contact with plastic surfaces or gaskets for longer

period of time they can even cause accelerated ageing of the plastic material.

• Unpleasant odor inside the refrigerator is a sign that something is wrong with foods or that your refrigerator needs cleaning.
  Unpleasant odor can be eliminated or reduced by washing the interior of the refrigerator with a mild solution of water and vinegar.
  We also recommend using activated carbon filters to clean the air or to neutralize odors.
• If you plan a longer journey, make sure to remove quickly perishable articles of food out of the appliance before you leave.

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Changing the Direction of Opening the Door

The side at which the door opens can be changed from the right side (as supplied) to the left side, if the installation site requires.

Warning!

When changing the side at which the door opens, the appliance must not be connected to the mains. Remove plug from the mains beforehand.

• Tilt the appliance slightly towards the rear and prop it securely.
• Unscrew the door hinge screws and remove the hinge pin bracket.
• Screw the upper pin and screw it into place on the opposite side. Fit the door into the upper pin and close it.
• Screw the hinge pin bracket securely into place on the opposite side using the screws.

- Open the door a little way and take it out downwards.

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Maintenance and Cleaning

Automatic Defrosting of the Refrigerator

There is no need to defrost the refrigerator, because ice depositing on the inner back wall is defrosted automatically. Ice is depositing on the inner back wall during the compressor operation; later on, when the compressor is not operating ice is defrosting and water drops collect and drain through the outlet in the inner back wall into the drain pan situated above the compressor, from where it evaporates.

Cleaning the Appliance

Disconnect the power supply before cleaning the appliance.

Do not use coarse or aggressive cleaning agents as you can damage the surface. Be careful to remove any cleanser agent remaining after cleaning.

- Clean the exterior with water and detergent. Varnished surfaces are cleaned with soft cloth and an alcohol based cleaning agent (for example glass cleaners). You may also use alcohol (ethanol or isophylic alcohol). The application of abrasive and specially aggressive cleaners, such as the stainless steel cleaners, is not appropriate for the cleaning of plastic and coated parts.

• Remove the detachable accessories in the interior of the appliance and clean it with water and liquid detergent. Plastic parts cannot be washed in washing machine.
• Wash the interior of the appliance with lukewarm water, in which you added one or two spoonfuls of vinegar.
• Do not forget to clean also the defrost water receptacle above the refrigerator compressor (do not remove the receptacle).

After cleaning, connect the appliance to power supply and reload the packages.

Switch Off the Appliance When Not In Use

If you do not intend to use the appliance for a longer period, set the thermostat knob to the STOP (0) position, disconnect the power supply, take out the foods and defrost and clean the appliance. Leave the door slightly open.

⑦ Trouble-Shooting Guide

During the service, you can come across some troubles that in most cases result from improper handling of the appliance and can easy be eliminated.

The Appliance Fails to Operate After Connecting to the Mains Supply

• Check the supply in the outlet socket and make sure the appliance is switched on (thermostat knob in operating position).
  Continuous Operation of the Cooling System

• The door was frequently opened or it was left opened for too long;

• The door is not properly closed (the door may sag, the gasket may be polluted or damaged);
  • Perhaps you have overloaded the appliance with fresh foods;
• The reason may be inadequate ventilation of the compressor and condenser (assure adequate air circulation and wipe off the condenser);

Ice Formation on the Inner Rear Wall

As long as the defrost water runs to the channel and through the outlet to the drain pan on the compressor, automatic defrosting of the appliance is assured.

In case the ice formation on the inner back wall is increased (3-5 mm), ice should be manually defrosted.

Set the thermostat knob to STOP (0) position and leave the door open. Never use electric devices for defrosting and do not scrape the ice or frost layer with sharp objects.

After completed defrosting, turn the knob to desired position and close the refrigerator door. The cause of increased ice formation may be one of the following:

– the door does not seal well (clean the gasket if it is contaminated, or replace it if it is damaged);
– the door was frequently opened or it was left opened for too long;
– the food stored in the refrigerator was warm;
– the food or dish is touching the inner back wall.

Water is Leaking From the

Refrigerator

In case the discharge water outlet is clogged, or the defrost water drips over the channel, water leaks from the refrigerator.

• Clean the clogged outlet, for example with a plastic straw.
• Manually defrost the increased ice layer. See Ice Formation on the Inner Rear Wall.

Noise

Cooling in refrigerating-freezing appliances is enabled by the refrigerating system with

compressor, which produces noise. How noisy the appliance is depends on where it is placed, how it is used and how old the appliance is.

• During the operation of the compressor the noise of liquid is heard and when the compressor is not operating, the refrigerant flow is heard. This is a normal condition and it has no influence whatsoever on the lifetime of the appliance.
• After starting the appliance, the operation of the compressor and the refrigerant flow may be louder, which does not mean that something is wrong with the appliance and it has no influence on the lifetime of the appliance. Gradually the noise is reduced.
• Sometimes unusual and stronger noise is heard, which is rather unusual for the appliance. This noise is often a consequence of inadequate placing.
• The appliance shall be placed and levelled firmly on solid base.
• It should not touch the wall or kitchen units standing next to it.
• Check the accessories in the interior of the appliance, they should be placed correctly in their positions; also check the bottles, tins and other vessels that might touch each other and rattle.

Changing the bulb

Warning! There is a risk of electric shocks! Before changing the light bulb, switch off the appliance and unplug it, or pull the fuse or the circuit breaker.

Light bulb data: 220-240 V, max. 15 W

• To switch off the appliance, turn the temperature regulator to position "0".
• Unplug the mains plug.
• To change the light bulb, undo the screw.
• Pull the lower part of the light bulb cover to unlock lamp cover.
• Change the defective light bulb.
• Refit the light bulb cover and the screw.
• Put the refrigerator back into operation.

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