RB4092ANW - Refrigerator GORENJE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Table-top refrigerator
Brand	GORENJE
Model	RB4092ANW
Power supply	220-240 V / 50 Hz
Refrigerant	R600a (isobutane)
Climate class	T, ST, N, SN (ambient 10°C – 43°C)
Thermostat setting	From 0 (off) to 5 (max cold)
Minimum freezer temperature	Down to -18°C
Interior light	Incandescent bulb 15 W max
Door open indicator	Yes (red = open, white = closed)
Ice cube tray	Yes (one tray)
Number of refrigerator shelves	1 shelf (refrigerator)
Vegetable bin	1 bin with lid
Bottle rack	1 rack
Door balconies	1 balcony
Egg tray	1 tray
Leveling feet	2 adjustable front feet
Refrigerator defrost	Automatic
Freezer defrost	Manual (at least twice a year)
Door reversal	Possible (contact customer service)
Super switch (optional)	Button near thermostat for ambient <20°C
Number of doors	1 door

Frequently Asked Questions - RB4092ANW GORENJE

What to do if the refrigerator does not work?

First check the power supply: make sure the plug is properly connected and the main circuit breaker is not tripped. Next, check that the thermostat is not set to '0'. Test the outlet with another appliance. If nothing turns on, contact customer service.

How to set the temperature?

Turn the thermostat knob from position 1 (least cold) to 5 (coldest). Position 0 stops cooling. For short-term storage, use positions 1-3; for long-term storage, use 3-4. Let the appliance run for 24 hours before final adjustment.

How to defrost the freezer?

The day before, set the thermostat to 5 to freeze food thoroughly. On defrosting day, unplug the appliance and leave the door open. To speed up, place a bowl of hot water in the freezer. Remove melted ice, dry the interior, then plug back in and set thermostat to 5. Perform this operation at least twice a year.

How to change the door opening direction?

Door reversal should be performed by an authorized technician. Contact Gorenje customer service for assistance. Do not attempt to do it yourself.

What to do if water accumulates at the bottom of the refrigerator?

The water comes from automatic defrosting. The drain hole at the bottom may be blocked. Use the drain plug (or a flexible rod) to clean it. You can also pour half a glass of water into the hole to rinse it. If the problem persists, check that the appliance is level.

How to clean the interior of the refrigerator?

Unplug the appliance. Use a solution of warm water and baking soda (one tablespoon per liter of water) to clean the interior walls. Accessories (shelves, bins) are cleaned separately with soapy water. Do not use abrasive products. Rinse and dry thoroughly before plugging back in.

What does the red/white indicator on the door mean?

The door indicator is located on the handle. If it is red, the door is not properly closed. If it is white, the door is closed. Make sure the door is always properly closed to avoid energy waste and frost formation.

How to replace the light bulb?

Unplug the appliance. Press the side clips of the bulb cover and remove it. Replace with a new bulb of maximum 15 W. Replace the cover, wait 5 minutes, then plug the appliance back in.

Why is my refrigerator making noise?

A slight bubbling noise is normal: it is the refrigerant circulating in the circuit. If the noise is abnormal, check that the appliance is level (adjust the feet), that it does not touch the wall at the back, and that nothing is vibrating on top.

What is the button near the thermostat (super switch) for?

The super switch (if present) improves performance when the ambient temperature is below 20°C. Press the button to activate; press again to deactivate when the temperature exceeds 20°C.

USER MANUAL RB4092ANW GORENJE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE ....2

Safety Instructions 2

Recommendations 3

Installation and Switching On The Appliance 4

Before Switching On 4

THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES....5

Thermostat Setting 5

If super switch is available 6

Accessories 6

"Door Open" Indicator; 6

Making Ice cubes; 6

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ....7

Defrosting 7

Replacing The Light Bulb 8

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF INSTALLATION POSITION ....9

Changing of Door Opening Direction 9

BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE 9

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS 11

PART-1. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

Safety Instructions

• If the model contains R600a (see name plate inside refrigerator; the coolant isobutane), a natural gas that is very environmentally friendly but also combustible. When transporting and installing the unit, care must be taken to ensure that none of the refrigeration circuit components become damaged. In the event of damage, avoid naked flames or ignition sources and ventilate the room in which the unit is placed for a few minutes.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other artificial means to accelerate the defrosting process.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartment of the appliance.
• If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock, break or remove the lock as a safety measure before storing it, to protect children who might lock themselves inside while playing.
• Old refrigerators and freezers contain insulation gases and refrigerant, which must be disposed of properly. Entrust the disposal of a scrap unit categorically to the competence of your local waste disposal service and contact your local authority or your dealer if you have any questions. Please ensure that the pipework of your refrigerating unit does not get damaged prior to being picked up by the relevant waste disposal service.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage as described in this booklet.

Conformity Information

• Tropical Class is defined for the environment temperatures between 16°C and 43°C in accordance with the TS EN ISO 15502 Standards.
• The appliance is designed in compliance with the EN15502, IEC60335-1 / IEC60335-2-24, 2004/108/EC standards.

Recommendations

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

• Do not use adapters or shunts, which could cause overheating or burning.
• Do not plug old, warped power supply cables.
• Do not twist and bend the cables.

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance. Children must NEVER sit on drawers or hang from the door.
• Do not use sharp metal objects for removing ice on the freezer compartment; they could puncture the refrigerator circuit and cause unrepairable damage to the unit.
• Do not plug the power supply with wet hands.
• Do not place containers (glass bottles or tin containers) of liquids into the freezer especially gassy liquids as they could cause the container to burst during freezing.
• Bottles that contain a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed well and placed vertically in the refrigerator.
• Do not touch the cooling surfaces, especially with wet hands as you could be burnt or hurt.
• Do not eat ice, which have just been removed from the freezer.
• The appliance is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they don't play with the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent or similar qualified people in order to avoid a hazard.

Installation and Switching On The Appliance

- This appliance is designed to operate on 220-240V or 200-230V and 50 Hz. Please check the nameplate of the appliance and ensure that the voltage range is suitable for your mains voltage.

- You can seek assistance from the service department for installation and switching on the appliance.

- Before connecting to the power supply, ensure that the voltage on the nameplate corresponds to the voltage of the electrical system in your home.

- Insert the plug into a socket with an efficient ground connection. If the socket has no ground contact or the plug does not match, we suggest you call an authorized electrician for assistance.

- The plug should be accessible after the appliance is positioned.

- The manufacturer is not responsible for failure to complete the ground connection as described in this booklet.

- Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.

- Do not use outdoors and do not expose it to rain.

- Place the refrigerator away from heat sources and in a well-ventilated position. The refrigerator should be at least 50 cm from radiators, gas or coal stoves, and 5 cm from electric stoves.

- Keep the top free for at least 15 cm.

- Do not place heavy or numerous items on the appliance.

- If the appliance is installed next to another refrigerator or freezer, maintain a minimum distance of 2 cm to prevent condensation.

- Do not put very hot food or bowls on the top table. It can damage the top table.

- Fit the plastic wall spacers to the condenser at the back of the refrigerator to prevent it from leaning against the wall for good performance.

- The appliance must stand firmly and level on the floor. Use the leveling feet to compensate for an uneven floor.

- The outside of the appliance and the accessories inside should be cleaned with a solution of water and liquid soap; the inside of the appliance with sodium bicarbonate dissolved in lukewarm water. After drying, replace all the accessories.

Before Switching On

- Wait for 3 hours before plugging the appliance into the power supply to ensure proper performance.

- There may be an odor when you first switch on the appliance. It will disappear after the appliance starts to cool.

PART-2. THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS AND POSSIBILITIES

Thermostat Setting

• The thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the refrigerator compartment and freezer compartment. By rotating the knob from position 1 to 5, colder temperatures can be obtained.
• The "0" position indicates that the thermostat is closed and no cooling is available.
• For short-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob between the minimum and medium position (1-3).
• For long-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob to the medium position (3-4).

Note that the ambient temperature, the temperature of freshly stored food, and how often the door is opened affect the temperature in the refrigerator compartment. If required, change the temperature setting.

• When you first switch on the appliance, for starting suitable cooling, the appliance should work continuously for 24 hours until it cools down to a sufficient temperature.
• During this time, do not open the door too often and do not place a lot of food inside the appliance.
• If the unit is switched off or unplugged, you must allow at least 5 minutes before restarting or re-plugging the unit in order not to damage the compressor.
• The freezer of the refrigerator can cool down to -18°C and below.

If super switch is available

In order to ensure proper operation with an ambient temperature below 20° C, press the button next to the thermostat. Press the button again to turn it off when the temperature is high (above 20° C).

Accessories

"Door Open" Indicator;

• The « Door Open » indicator on the handle shows whether the door has closed properly or whether it is still open.
• If the indicator is red, the door is still open.
• If the indicator is white, the door is properly closed.
• Observe that the freezer's door should always be kept closed. This will prevent food products from defrosting; it will avoid heavy ice and frost build-up inside the freezer and an unnecessary increase in energy consumption.

Making Ice cubes;

Ice tray ;

• Fill the ice tray with water and place in freezer compartment.
• After the water completely turned into ice, you can twist the tray as shown below to get the ice cube.

PART- 3. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Disconnect unit from the power supply before cleaning.
• Do not clean the appliance by pouring water.
• The refrigerator compartment should be cleaned periodically using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and lukewarm water.
• Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do not clean them in the washing machine.
• Do not use abrasive products, detergents or soaps. After washing, rinse with clean water and dry carefully. When the cleaning operations have been completed, reconnect the plug of the unit with dry hands.
• You should clean the condenser with a broom at least twice a year in order to provide energy saving and increase productivity.

Defrosting

For Larders (coolers):

• Defrosting occurs automatically in the refrigerator compartment during operation; the defrost water is collected by the evaporating tray and evaporates automatically.
• The evaporating tray and the defrost water drain hole should be cleaned periodically with the defrost drain plug to prevent the water from collecting on the bottom of the refrigerator instead of flowing out.
• You can also pour 1/2 glass of water into the drain hole to clean inside.

For 2-star and 4-star model Refrigerators:

The frost accumulated in the freezer compartment should be removed periodically. The freezer compartment should be cleaned in the same way as the refrigerator compartment, with defrost operations of the compartment at least twice a year.

For this:

• The day before you defrost, set the thermostat dial to position 5 to freeze the foods completely.
• During defrosting, frozen foods should be wrapped in several layers of paper and kept in a cool place. The inevitable rise in temperature will shorten their storage life. Remember to use these foods within a relatively short period of time.
• Switch the refrigerator off at the socket outlet and pull the main plug.
• Leave the door open. To accelerate the defrosting process, one or more basins of warm water can be placed in the freezer compartment.
• Dry the inside of the unit and the water tray. Refit the tray plug and set the thermostat knob to position 5.

Replacing the Light Bulb

When replacing the light of the refrigerator compartment:

1. Unplug the unit from the power supply.
2. Press the hooks on the sides of the light cover top and remove the light cover.
3. Change the present light bulb with a new one of not more than 15 W.
4. Replace the light cover and, after waiting 5 minutes, plug the unit back in.

Transportation and Changing of Installation Position

Transportation and Changing of Installation Position

• The original packages and foamed polystyrene (PS) can be kept if required.
• During transportation, the appliance should be tied with a wide strap or a strong rope. The rules written on the corrugated box must be applied while transporting.
• Before transporting or changing the old installation position, all moving objects (e.g., shelves, crisper, etc.) should be taken out or fixed with bands to prevent shaking.

Changing of Door Opening Direction (In some models)

In case you need to change the door-opening direction, please consult the domestic after-sales service.

PART-5. BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES SERVICE

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 on « 0 » position,
• The socket is not sufficient. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know which 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.

If there is noise ;

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,
• Nothing is touching the rear,
• The stuffs on the appliance are vibrating.

If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator:

Check that:

The drain hole for defrost water is not clogged (use defrost drain plug to clean the drain hole).

If your fridge is not cooling enough:

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. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of the stated temperature value limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

Climate Class	Ambient Temperature (°C)
T	Between 16 and 43 (°C)
ST	Between 16 and 38 (°C)
N	Between 16 and 32 (°C)
SN	Between 10 and 32 (°C)

Recommendations

• In order to increase space and improve the appearance, the "cooling section" of refrigerators is positioned inside the back wall of the refrigerator compartment. When the appliance is running, this wall is covered with frost or water drops, according to whether the compressor is running or not. Do not worry. This is quite normal. The appliance should be defrosted only if an excessively thick layer forms on the wall.
• If the appliance is not used for a long time (for example during the summer holidays), set the thermostat knob to "0" position. Defrost and clean the refrigerator, leaving the door open to prevent the formation of mildew and smell.

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS

This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model.

1) Ice Tray 2) Freezer Compartment 3) Refrigerator Shelf 4) Crisper Cover (Safety Glass**) 5) Crisper

6) Leveling Feet

7) Bottle Shelf

8) Door Shelf

9) Egg Shelf

10) Thermostat Box

CONTENTS

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 13

Safety rules 13

Recommendations 14

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance. Children should NEVER sit on drawers or swing on the door.
• Do not use sharp metal objects to remove ice from the freezer; they could puncture the cooling circuit and cause irreparable damage to the refrigerator.
• Do not plug in the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not place containers (glass bottles or cans) with liquid in the freezer, especially carbonated liquids, as they may burst during the freezing process.
• Bottles containing a high percentage of alcohol must be tightly sealed and stored vertically.
• Do not touch the cooling surfaces, especially with wet hands, as you could injure yourself.

Before switching on

PART 2: DIFFERENT FEATURES AND POSSIBILITIES

Setting the thermostat

• The thermostat automatically adjusts the temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. By turning the thermostat knob from position 1 to position 5, the cooling temperature in the refrigerator and freezer is lowered.
• To switch off the appliance, turn the thermostat knob to position "0".
• For short-term storage of food in the freezer, set the thermostat knob between minimum and medium (1-3).
• For long-term storage of food in the freezer, set the thermostat knob above medium (3-4).

- Important: The ambient temperature, the temperature of the food placed in the refrigerator, and the frequency of opening the refrigerator door significantly affect the temperature inside the refrigerator. If necessary, change the position of the thermostat knob.

PART 3: CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.
• Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.
• The refrigerator should be cleaned periodically with a solution of baking soda and lukewarm water.
• Clean the accessories separately with soap and water. Do not clean them in a dishwasher.
• Do not use harsh brushes, detergents, or soaps. After washing, rinse the surface with clean water and dry carefully. After cleaning is finished, plug the plug into the socket with dry hands.
• The condenser should be cleaned with a brush at least twice a year to ensure energy savings and increase efficiency.

Defrosting

PART 2: DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS AND POSSIBILITIES

Setting the thermostat

Accessories

PART 3

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

To replace the bulb, follow these instructions:

PART 2: DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS AND POSSIBILITIES

Setting the thermostat

PART 3: CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Defrosting

Defrosting the refrigerator compartment;

• In the refrigerator compartment, defrosting occurs automatically during operation of the appliance; the defrost water collects in the evaporation tray and evaporates automatically.
• The evaporator and the defrost water drain hole should be cleaned periodically along with the defrost water drain plug. This prevents water from accumulating at the bottom of the refrigerator instead of draining away.
• For cleaning, you can pour 1/2 cup of water into the drain hole.

Defrosting the freezer compartment;

Thermostat setting

PART 3. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Defrosting

For refrigerators

2. PART FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS

Accessories

3. PART CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Defrosting

Refrigerator compartment

Defrosting