SJS2212M2W - Freezer SHARP - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Freezer
Brand	Sharp
Model	SJS2212M2W
Dimensions (H x W x D)	85 x 90 x 60 cm
Net weight	45 kg
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Climate class	T, ST, N, SN (10 °C to 43 °C)
Refrigerant	R600a
Freezing capacity	Up to 12 kg/24 h
Number of compartments	3 compartments (flaps, drawer, bin)
Defrost type	Manual
Temperature setting	Rotary thermostat from 1 to 6
Super freeze function	Yes (position 5)
Included accessories	Plastic spatula, ice cube tray, adjustable feet
Door reversal	Possible on models without front handle
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean interior with warm water and baking soda; clean condenser once a year
Safety	Earth plug 16 A, door lock, child protection (supervision)
Spare parts	Contact Sharp authorized service for any replacement
General information	Manual available in multiple languages; disposal in accordance with WEEE

Frequently Asked Questions - SJS2212M2W SHARP

How to set the temperature of my Sharp SJS2212M2W freezer?

Use the thermostat knob located inside. Turn it from position 1 (least cold) to 6 (coldest). For long-term storage, set between 3 and 4. To freeze fresh food, set to 5. Do not turn beyond 1 to avoid stopping the appliance.

What to do if my freezer is not cooling enough?

First check that the thermostat is not on position 1. Make sure the door is properly closed and the seal is clean. Check that the rear condenser (black fins) is not blocked by dust. The appliance must be installed in a room where the ambient temperature matches its climate class (T, ST, N, SN).

How to defrost my Sharp freezer?

When the frost layer reaches 3 to 5 mm, defrost. The day before, set the thermostat to 5 to freeze the food well. Then, set the thermostat to the • (off) position and unplug the appliance. Leave the door open. Use the supplied plastic spatula to remove the frost. Never use sharp metal objects. Dry the inside with a sponge, then plug back in and set the thermostat to 5 for 24 hours before choosing your usual position.

Why is my freezer making noise?

A slight bubbling noise is normal, due to the circulation of refrigerant gas. If the noise is loud, check that the appliance is level, that no object is touching the back, and that the food inside is not vibrating. The compressor may hum; this is normal.

How long should I wait after plugging in the freezer for the first time?

After transport, let the freezer stand upright for 3 hours before plugging it in. After plugging in, let it run for 24 hours without opening the door or placing food inside so that it reaches its optimal temperature.

Can I reverse the door opening direction?

If your model does not have a handle mounted on the front, you can reverse the direction. Contact Sharp authorized service to perform this operation. Do not do it yourself.

How to properly clean my freezer?

Unplug the appliance before any cleaning. Clean the interior and exterior with warm water containing a teaspoon of baking soda, then rinse with clean water and dry. Never use flammable, explosive or corrosive products (thinner, acid). Clean the rear condenser (black fins) at least once a year with a vacuum cleaner or brush.

What foods can I freeze and for how long?

You can freeze fresh foods such as meat, fish, and prepared dishes. Divide them into portions. For commercial frozen foods, follow the times indicated on the packaging (usually 3 months maximum). Never refreeze thawed food.

What to do in case of a power outage?

Do not open the door. The freezer keeps the cold for several hours. If the outage lasts, wrap the food in layers of paper and place them in a cool place. After power returns, check the food condition and quickly consume any that have partially thawed.

How to save energy with my freezer?

Install the appliance in a cool, ventilated room, away from sunlight and heat sources. Let hot food cool down before placing it. Cover liquids. Open the door as little as possible. Defrost regularly (frost > 3 mm). Clean the condenser once a year.

USER MANUAL SJS2212M2W SHARP

Freezer

EN User Manual

Single Door

SJ-S2212M2W-CH

Contents

CHAPTER -1: GENERAL WARNINGS ....2

CHAPTER -2: YOUR FREEZER....5

CHAPTER -3: USING YOUR FREEZER ....5

CHAPTER -4: FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE ......6

CHAPTER -4: FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE ....7

CHAPTER -5: DOOR REVERSAL ....7

CHAPTER -6: TROUBLESHOOTING ....7

CHAPTER -7: TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY 8

Your freezer conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of damage, read this manual carefully before using your freezer for the first time. It contains important safety information on the installation, safety, use, and maintenance of your freezer. Retain this manual for future use.

WARNING: Keep the ventilation openings of the freezer clear from obstruction.

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

WARNING: Do not use other electrical appliances inside the freezer.

WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or damage, this appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

The small quantity of refrigerant used in this freezer is eco-friendly R600a (an isobutane) and is flammable and explosive if ignited in enclosed conditions.

* While carrying and positioning the freezer, 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 freezer. * This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - bed and breakfast type environments; - catering and similar non-retail applications.

* Your freezer requires a 220-240V, 50Hz mains supply. Do not use any other supply. Before connecting your freezer, 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

CHAPTER -1: GENERAL WARNINGS

hazard involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

* A damaged power cord/plug can cause fire or give you an electric shock. When damaged, it must be replaced, and this should only be done by qualified personnel.

Disposal

• All packaging and materials used are environmentally friendly and recyclable. Please dispose of any packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Consult your local council for further details.
• When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug and cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children becoming trapped inside.
• A cut-off plug inserted into a 16 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Please ensure the cut-off plug is disposed of safely.

Disposal of your old appliance

This symbol on the product or package implies that the product should not be treated as domestic waste. Instead, it should be delivered to applicable 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 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 Freezer 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 qualified personnel.

• Never bend the power cord excessively.
• Never touch the power cord / plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit electric shock.
• Do not place glass bottles or beverage cans in the freezer. Bottles or cans may explode.
• When taking ice made in the freezer, do not touch it, ice may cause ice burns and/or cuts.
• Do not remove items from the freezer if your hands are damp or wet. This could cause skin abrasions or frost / freezer burns.
• Do not refreeze food once it has thawed out.
• When the door of the freezer is closed, a vacuum will occur. Wait for about 1 minute to reopen 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 take it out.

Installation Information

Before unpacking and manoeuvring your freezer, 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 freezer to moisture or rain.
• Your freezer should be positioned at least 20 mm away from another freezer.
• Clearance of at least 150 mm is required at the top and back of your freezer. Do not place anything on top of your freezer.
• For safe operation it is important that your freezer is safe and balanced. The adjustable feet are used to level your freezer. Make sure that your appliance is level before placing any foodstuffs inside it.
• We recommend that you wipe all shelving and trays with a cloth soaked in warm water mixed with a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda before use. After cleaning, rinse with warm water and dry. Install using the plastic distance guides, which can be found at the rear of the appliance. Turn 90 degrees (as shown in the diagram). This will keep the condenser from touching the wall.
• Freezer should be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 75 mm.

Before using your freezer

• Before setting up your freezer, check for any visible damage. Do not install or use your freezer if it is damaged.
• When using your freezer for the first time, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging

CHAPTER -1: GENERAL WARNINGS

into the mains. This will allow efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.

- You may notice a light odour when using your freezer for the first time. This is perfectly normal and will fade away as the freezer starts to cool.

This figure has been drawn for information purposes to show the various parts and accessories in the appliance. Parts may vary according to the model of the appliance.

CHAPTER -3: USING YOUR FREEZER

Freezer control Freezer thermostat automatically regulates the inside temperature of the compartments. By rotating the knob from position "1" to "5", colder temperatures can be obtained. Important note: Do not try to rotate knob beyond 1 position it will stop your appliance.

Freezer thermostat setting;

• : This position shows thermostat is closed and no cooling is available.

1 - 2 : For short-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set the knob between minimum and medium position.

3-4: For long-term storage of food in the freezer compartment, you can set knob medium position.

5: For freezing the fresh food. The appliance will run for colder temperatures.

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

Turning on the appliance

Note that for best internal temperature, the indicator in the freezer thermostat should be positioned between 2 and 4.

• When you first switch on the appliance, for starting a suitable cooling, the appliance should work 24 hours continuously until it cools down to sufficient temperature.
• In this time do not open the door so often and 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-plugged the unit in order not to damage the compressor.

Warnings for temperature settings

• Your temperature adjustments will not be deleted when an energy breakdown occur.
• Do not pass to another adjustment before completing an adjustment.
• The ambient temperature, temperature of the freshly stored food and how often the door is opened, affects the temperature in the freezer. If required, change the temperature setting.
• It is not recommended that you operate your freezer in environments colder than 10°C .
• The temperature setting should be set by taking into consideration how often the freezer door is opened and closed, how much food is stored in the freezer and the environment in which and the positioning of the appliance.
• We recommend that when first using the freezer it should be left running for 24 hours uninterrupted to ensure it is completely cooled. Do not open the freezer door, or put food inside for this period.

- Your freezer has a 5 minute built in delay function, designed to prevent damage to the compressor. When power is applied to your freezer, it will begin to operate normally after 5 minutes.

- Your freezer 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 freezer is operated in the environments which are out of the stated temperature intervals in terms of cooling efficiency.

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)

Cleaning

• Before cleaning your freezer, turn your mains supply off and remove the plug from the socket. - Do not wash your freezer by pouring water on to it. - Use a warm, soapy cloth or sponge to wipe the interior and exterior of your freezer. - Carefully remove all baskets by sliding upwards or outwards and clean with soapy water. Do not wash in a washing machine or dishwasher. - Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all purpose cleaning agents to clean your freezer. This may cause damage to the plastic surfaces and other components with the chemicals they contain. - Clean the condenser at the back of your freezer at least once a year with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.

Make sure that your freezer is unplugged while cleaning.

Defrosting

WARNING: Never use sharp metal tools, unless recommended by the manufacturer, for this operation as they can damage the freezing circuit.

After a period of time, frost will build up in certain areas in the freezer compartment. The frost accumulated in the freezer compartment should be removed periodically (use the plastic scraper if available).

Complete defrosting will become necessary if the frost layer exceeds 3-5 mm to maintain the efficiency of the freezer.

• The day before you defrost, set the thermostat dial to position "5" to freeze the foods completely. (Recommendation)
• 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.
• Set the thermostat knob to position "•" and switch off the appliance.
• Leave the door open to accelerate defrosting.
• Dry the inside of the compartment with a sponge or a clean cloth. Never use abrasive products or aggressive cleaning agents.
• Dry the inside of the unit, plug on the mains, and set the thermostat knob to position "5". After 24 hours, reset the thermostat to the desired position. (Recommendation)

CHAPTER -4: FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE

• The use of the freezer is for storing deep-frozen or frozen food for long periods of time and making ice cubes.
• Do not put fresh and warm food with frozen food side by side as it can thaw the frozen food.
• While freezing fresh food (i.e. meat, fish and mincemeat) divide them into parts in order to use one at a time.
• Maximum load: if you want to load large quantities and use the maximum net capacity, you can remove the drawers (except the bottom one). You can store bulky items directly on the shelves.
• For storing frozen food, the instructions shown on frozen food packages should always be followed carefully. If no information is provided, food should not be stored for more than 3 months from the purchase date.
• When buying frozen food, ensure that it has been frozen at suitable temperatures and that the packaging is intact.
• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers to maintain its quality and should be returned to the freezing surfaces of the unit in the shortest possible time.

CHAPTER 4: FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE

• If a package of frozen food shows signs of humidity and abnormal swelling, it is probable that it has been previously stored at an unsuitable temperature and that the contents have deteriorated.
• The storage life of frozen food depends on the room temperature, thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food, and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the package and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.
• While freezing food: the maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label. For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, turn the thermostat knob to position "5" 24 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer. After placing fresh food in the freezer, position "5" would generally be sufficient for 24 hours. After 24 hours, reset the thermostat to the desired position.
• Attention: In order to save energy, when freezing small amounts of food, reset the thermostat to the desired position.

A+ models:

- If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the door. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for about 18 hours at 25-32°C ambient temperatures. Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has already been defrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten.

CHAPTER 5: DOOR REVERSAL

Repositioning the door

• It depends on which freezer you have as to whether it is possible to reverse the door.
• 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 must be done by authorized personnel. Please call Sharp service.

CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING

If your freezer 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 appliance does not operate:

Check that:

• There is no power.
• The general switch in your home is disconnected.
• The thermostat setting is on the "•" position.
• The socket is not sufficient. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know is working into the same socket.

What to do if your appliance performs poorly:

Check that:

• You have not overloaded the appliance, and the doors are closed perfectly.
• There is no dust on the condenser.
• There is enough space at the rear and side walls.

The freezer thermostat setting is on "1" position (if so, set the thermostat dial to a suitable value).

If there is noise;

The freezing gas which circulates in the freezer 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 items on the appliance are vibrating.

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.

Recommendations

• If the appliance is not used for a long time (for example during the summer holidays), unplug it or set the thermostat dial to the “•” position, clean the appliance, and leave the door open to prevent the formation of mildew and smell. • To stop the appliance completely, unplug it from the main socket (for cleaning and when the doors are left open).

Conformity Information

• This appliance is designed for use at an ambient temperature within the 16°C - 43°C range. • The appliance is designed in compliance with the IEC60335-1 / IEC60335-2-24, 2004/108/EC standards.

CHAPTER -7: TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

1. Always allow foodstuffs to cool before storing in the appliance.
2. Thaw food in the freezer, this helps save energy.

CHAPTER -3: USING YOUR FREEZER....13

PART -1: GENERAL WARNINGS

PART -4: FOOD STORAGE

PART -3: USING THE APPLIANCE....29

PART -4: FOOD PLACEMENT....30

PART -5: REVERSING THE DOOR....31

PART -6: BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE....31

PART -7: ENERGY SAVING TIPS....32

PART -4: FOOD PLACEMENT