RTUG2325EW G - Fridge FAR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RTUG2325EW G FAR

White rectangular refrigerator with a metal handle and door, shown against a black background (no text or symbols visible)

RTUG2325EW G

MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS

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30cm 50-75mm 30cm

Technical diagram of an open refrigerator with numbered parts for identification

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Thank you for choosing FAR quality. This product has been developed by our team of professional and according to European regulations in force. In order to get the most out of your new appliance, we recommend that you read this instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important safety instructions ...... GB-3

Product overview GB-10

Installation instructions ......GB-11

Operating instructions...... GB-14

Cleaning and maintenance GB-23

Troubleshooting GB-28

Customer service GB-31

Technical specifications GB-33

Disposal of your old appliance .... GB-34

Explanation of symbols

Icon Type		Meaning
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK	Warns of risks which could, if left unheeded, cause damage to life and limb through electric shock.
	IMPORTANT / REMARQUE	Information regarding the correct use of the appliance.

Important safety instructions

To mitigate the risks associated with explosion, fire, fatalities, electric shock, personal injury, or scalding when using this product, it is imperative to adhere to fundamental safety measures, as outlined below.

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

2. Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

3. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

4. Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

5. 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.

1. Placed the appliance against a wall with a free distance of 50mm to 75mm.

2. To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:

- Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the teperature in the compartments of the appliance.

- Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage sytems. - 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.

1. Make sure to place the plug all the way into socket when connecting your appliance.
2. Insert the plug into a single grounded socket.
3. Never use the appliance in place where combustible and inflammable materials are kept.
4. For safety reason, be sure to repair or replace parts at an authorized service dealer.
5. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
6. Please adhere to local regulations regarding disposal of the appliance for its flammable blowing gas. Before you scrap the appliance, please remove the doors to prevent children from being trapped.
7. Ensure the refrigerator is unplugged before cleaning or when not in use.
8. To clean the appliance, use only mild detergents or glass cleaning products. Never use harsh detergents or solvents.
9. It is not recommended to use this refrigerator with an extension cord or power board. Please ensure that the appliance is plugged directly into the electrical outlet.

10. Do not place hot food or drink into the refrigerator before it cools down to room temperature.

11. Close the door immediately after putting in any items so the inside temperature will not rise dramatically.

12. Keep appliance away from any heat source or direct sunlight.
13. To fix stably, the appliance must be placed on a flat and solid surface. It should not be laid on any soft material.
14. Do not place any other appliance on top of the refrigerator, and do not wet it.
15. Do not use outdoors or in wet conditions.
16. Never pull the cord to disconnect it from the outlet. Grasp the plug and pull it from the outlet.
17. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
18. Check that the voltage of the power supply in your home is the same as the voltage shown on the rating label of this product.
19. Connect your refrigerator to an independent electrical socket and use a safe ground wire.
20. When the frost in the refrigerator is removed, or when there is no electricity or when the refrigerator is no longer in use, it should be cleaned in order to prevent it from smelling.
21. Turn on the electricity only 5 minutes it goes off. Otherwise, the compressor may be damaged.

22. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

23. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-control system.

24. This appliance has been incorporated with a grounded plug. Please ensure the wall outlet in your house is well earthed.

25. It is recommended to check regularly the supply cord for any sign of possible deterioration, and the appliance should not be used if the cable is damaged.

26. Disposal of the appliance: To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. And the disposal should only be done through public collection points.

Please contact the waste treatment center closest to your home for more information on the proper disposal procedures.

1. Regarding the information pertaining to the installation, handling, servicing and disposal of the appliance, thanks to refer to the below paragraph of the manual.

2. If the refrigerant circuit is damaged:

- Avoid naked flames and sources of ignition.

- Thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.

1. If you are discarding an old freezer or refrigerator

with a lock / catch fitted to the door, ensure that it is left in a disabled condition to prevent the entrapment of young children when playing.

1. Do not insert oversized food as this could cause incorrect operation.
2. Extreme caution must be used when moving the appliance.
3. Replacing certain parts of your household electrical appliance may lead to a danger. Please ensure that you have the necessary skills and own all tools required to carry out the self-repair operations safely. Otherwise, please contact a qualified professional.

IMPORTANT / REMARK

- WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, lear of obstruction.

WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigeration circuit.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
• WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

- To avoid injury or death from electrical shock do not operate the appliance with wet hands, while standing on a wet surface or while standing in water.

RISK OF FIRE

- WARNING! Risk of fire – flammable material. Please keep the product far away fire source during using, service and disposal. There are flammable materials at the back of the appliance.

Product overview

Make sure all parts are included in the device packaging. If you have a problem with your device or parts, contact a local service center or the store where you purchased the product.

- Front view

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

1. Thermostat Device
2. Glass Shelf
3. Vegetable and fruit bin lid

4. Vegetable and fruit bin

5. Adjustable Foot

6. Full Balcony

7. Balcony

NOTE: The appliance design is subject to change without prior notice.

Installation instructions

Follow these instructions carefully to ensure proper installation and usage.

Installation•

This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.

Choose a location where there is no heat source.

Keep the refrigerator away from direct sunlight or other appliances producing heat.

Choose a dry and well-ventilated place where there is no corrosive air.

In order to improve efficiency of the cooling system and save energy, it is necessary to maintain good ventilation around the appliance for heat dissipation. For this reason, there should be sufficient free space available around the refrigerator.

The appliance is supplied with two plastic spacers. After installation of these spacers, the appliance cannot be pushed against the wall to maintain proper ventilation. Insert the spacers into the relevant openings on the back of the appliance, then screw the spacers screw the spacers in tightly. the appliance against a wall with a free distance a free distance of 50mm to 75mm.

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30cm 50-75mm 30cm

- Door reversing

This fridge has been built with the door hinges on the right. If you want to change the opening direction, please follow the instruction below.

WARNING: When reversing the door, the appliance must not be connected to the mains. Remove the plug from the mains beforehand.

1. Remove the four bolts(1), take down(2), (3), (4);
2. Remove the door and two screws(5), install the handle on the other side.
3. Remove the three bolts(7), reverse the shaft of the bottom hinge(8).
4. Swap over the position of the lower hinge(8) and feet(6), and then install.
5. Door reset, use the upper hinges and hinged cover in the attachments to install.
6. Install the upper hinge hole cover(4)plate on the other side, installation is complete.

Installing the handles

This refrigerator has been built with external handles, which are in poly bag. Please follow instruction below to install them:

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Figure 1: Front view without handles

Figure 2: Exploded view of installing the handles

Figure 3: Front view with handles

1. Remove two screws(10) by a cross screwdriver.
2. Take out the handles(11) and fix it with the two screws(10).
3. Cover the two screws(10) with two caps(12).

The caps are in a small poly bag together with the handles.

Operating instructions

- First use

Before the use of the refrigerator, remove all the packages, including bottom cushion and foam pads and rubber belts in the refrigerator.

Adjust the feet and clean the outside and inside of the refrigerator with a warm cloth.

Do not start the refrigerator rimmediately after vertical positioning. Only start it after around 4 hours of standing to ensure its proper operation.

To prevent damage to the power cord and possible accidents, do not cover the power cord with the refrigerator or other objects. Before switching on there refrigerator, please check carefully the voltage range of there refrigerator matches that of the power supply.

When the refrigerator is first installed, allow it tostabilize at normal operating temperatures for 2-3 hours before filling it with fresh or frozen foods.

If operation is interrupted, wait for 5 minutes before restarting.

- Test

Clean the parts of the refrigerator with lukewarm an water on a soft cloth or with a neutral detergent and clear water, then wipe them dry.

Notes : Electrical parts of the refrigerator can only be wiped with a dry cloth.

Turn the thermostat knob on the "3" position and turn on electricity. The compressor begins to work.

Close the door. After 30 minutes, if the temperature in the fridge drops significantly, this indicates that the refrigeration

system is operating correctly. When the refrigerator has been running for some time, the temperature will adjust to the setting you've made if the door is not opened frequently.

If the above steps are successful, the tail operation is complete. The refrigerator will work normally.

• Temperature control

The temperature in the refrigerator compartment is controlled by the temperature controller installed on the right side of the refrigerator compartment. Turn the thermostat knob to regulate the temperature inside the refrigerator.

The marks on the knob are not the exact number of the degrees of temperature but the temperature grades to "0" from "7". The first grade corresponds to a forced STOP of the refrigeration and the 7th grade corresponds to the lowest temperature the refrigerator can produce. Turn the knob from "1" position to "7" position, the temperature decreases continuously.

Set the thermostat knob to "3-4" position for a normal use.

Note : the temperature will impact the storage time of food. Set the temperature as necessary. An inadequate temperature will accelerate food spoilage and lead to waste.

When the product is in the “7” position, the compressor will not stop, which is not conducive to energy saving and can freeze your food.

- Storage of food

Your appliance has the accessories as the "Product Review" shown in general, with this part you can have the right way to storage your food. The glass shelves and the crisper can be removed to store food as desired.

Note : Food should not come in direct contact with any surface inside the appliance, and should be stored in proper containers.

Storing food in the refrigerator compartment

The fresh room compartment helps extend the storage time of fresh perishable foods.

Fresh room make ice cubes but may not keep ice cream frozen, or adequately freeze other items.

Fresh food care for best results :

• Store foods that are very fresh and of good quality.
• Ensure that food is well wrapped or covered before it is stored. This will prevent food from dehydration, colour deterioration or loss of taste and will help maintain freshness.

It will also prevent odour transfer.

Vegetables and fruit need not be wrapped if they are stored in the vegetable container of the fridge compartment.

• Ensure that strong smelling foods are wrapped or covered and stored away from foods such as butter, milk and cream, which can be tainted by strong odours.
• Cool hot foods down to room temperature before placing them in the refrigerator compartment.

Dairy foods and eggs

- Most pre-packaged dairy foods have a recommended ‘user by/best before/best by’ date date stamped on them. Store them in the refrigerator compartment and use within the recommended time.

• Butter can become tainted by strong smelling foods so it is best stored in a sealed container.
• Eggs should be stored in the fridge compartment.

Red meat

• Place fresh red meat on a plate and loosely cover with plastic wrap or foil.
• Store cooked and raw meat on separate plates. This will prevent any juice lost from the raw meat from contaminating the cooked product.

Fish and seafood

• Until needed, refrigerate on a plate loosely covered with plastic wrap, waxed paper or foil.
• Whole fish should be rinsed in cold water to remove loose scales and dirt and then pat dry with paper towels. Place whole fish or fillets in a sealed plastic bag.
• Keep shellfish chilled at all times. Use within 1-2 days.

Cooked food

• These foods should be stored in a suitable covered container to prevent them from drying out.
- Keep for only 1-2 days.

Vegetable container

• The vegetable container is the optimum place to store fresh fruits and vegetables
  • Take care not to store the following at temperatures lower than 7^ C for long periods: Citrus fruits, melons, pineapples, papayas, curettes, passion fruits, cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes.
• Undesirable changes will occur at low temperatures such as softening of the browning and/or accelerated decay.
• Do not refrigerate avocados (until they are ripe), bananas and mangoes

This refrigerating appliance is not suitable for freezing foodstuffs.

Refrigerated food

For optimum storage, please refer to the table below for storage time.

Refrigerator comportments Type of food Storage time
Door or balconies of refrigerator compartment	· Food with natural preservatives, such as jams,juices, drinks and condiments.· Do not store perishable foods.	3 days
Crisper drawer	· Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed separately in the crisper bin.· Do not store bananas, onions,potatoes, garlic in the refrigerator.	1 week
Refrigerator shelf-middle	· dairy products, ready-made food, desserts..	1 week
Refrigerator shelf-top	· Foods that do not need cooking,such as ready-to-eat food,delimeats,leftovers	1 week

- Defrosting

Refrigerator compartment defrosts fully automatically

While the refrigerating unit is running, beads of condensation or hoarfrost from at the back of the refrigerator compartment. This is normal. It is not necessary to wipe off the condensation or frost.

The rear panel defrosts automatically. The condensation runs into the condensation channel and is conveyed to the refrigerating unit where it evaporates.

Notes: Keep the condensation channel and drainage hole clean, so that the condensation can run out.

Replacing the LED light

Warning : The LED light must not be replaced by the user !

If the LED light is damaged, contact the customer helpline for assistance

• COLDEST ZONE IN THE REFRIGERATOR

This symbol indicates the location of the coldest zone of the refrigerator. The area is bounded below by the glass crisper, and above by the symbol or the rack positioned at the same height.

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To ensure the temperature in this area, do not change the positioning of the shelf. In forced-air refrigerators (with a fan or No Frost models), the symbol of the coldest zone is not displayed because the temperature inside is uniform.

Temperature indicator setting

To help you set your refrigerator well, it is equipped with a temperature indicator that will monitor the average temperature in the coldest zone.

WARNING : This indicator is intended to work only with your refrigerator, do not use it in another refrigerator (in fact, the coldest zone is not the same), or for any other use.

Checking the temperature in the coldest zone With the temperature indicator, you can check regularly if the temperature in the coldest zone is correct. Indeed, the internal temperature in the refrigerator depends on several factors such as the ambient temperature of the room, the amount of food stored and the frequency of door openings. Take these factors into consideration when setting the appliance.

When the indicator shows « OK », this means that your thermostat is well adjusted and the internal temperature is correct.

OK

If the temperature indicator turns WHITE, this means that the temperature is too high; in this case, increase the temperature control setting in the refrigerator and wait for 12 hours before performing a new visual inspection of the indicator.

If fresh food has been introduced or the door has been left open, it is possible for the temperature indicator may turn WHITE after a while.

Cleaning and maintenance

Keep the device clean to maintain optimal performance and extend its lifespan.

• Helpful hints and tips

It is recommended to follow the tips below to save energy.

• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods in order to conserve energy.
• Ensure that the appliance is away from any sources of heat (Direct sunlight, electric oven, cooker, etc.)
• Don't set the temperature lower than necessary.
• Do not store hot food or evaporating liquids in the appliance.
• Place the appliance in a well-ventilated, humid free room. Please refer to Installation Instructions.
• The “PRODUCT REVIEW” shows the correct combination for the drawers, crisper and shelves.

Hints for fresh food refrigeration

• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator, as this will increase the internal temperature, causing the compressor to work harder and consume more energy.
• Do cover or wrap the food.
• Place food properly so that air can circulate freely around it.

Hints for refrigerator

• Meat (all types): Wrap and place it: wrap andplace on the glass shelf above the vegetable drawer. Always follow the food storage times and user-by dates by the manufacturers.
• Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.: They should be covered and may be placed on any shelf.
• Fruits and vegetables: They should be stored in the special drawer provided.
• Butter and cheese: They should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic film wrap.
• Milk bottles: They should have a lid and be stored on the door racks.

Switching off your appliance

If the appliance needs to be switched off for an extended period, the following steps should be taken to prevent mould from developing.

1. Remove all food;
2. Remove the power plug from the mains socket;
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly;
4. Ensure that all the doors are propped open slightly to allow for air circulation.

- Cleaning and care

For hygienic reasons, the appliance (including exterior and interior accessories) should be cleaned regularly at least every two months.

WARNING: The appliance must not be connected to the mains during cleaning. Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning, switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the mains socket.

Exterior cleaning

• To maintain the good appearance of your appliance, you should clean it regularly.
• Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft cloth.

- Spray water onto the cleaning cloth rather than directly onto the surface of the appliance.

This helps ensure an even distribution of moisture to the surface.

- Clean the doors, handles and surfaces of the appliance with a mild detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.

Caution!

• Don't use sharp objects as they are likely to scratch the surface.
• Don't use thinner, car detergen, bleach, ethereal oil, abrasive cleansers or organic solvent such as Benzene for cleaning, as they may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire.

Interior cleaning

You should clean the appliance interior regularly. It will be easier to clean when food stocks are low. Wipe the inside of the refrigerator with a diluted solution of bicarbonate of soda, and then rinse with warm water using a wrung-out sponge or cloth. Wipe completely dry before replacing the shelves and drawers. Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts.

Caution!

- Don't use sharp objects to remove frost from the refrigerator. Only after the interior is completely dry should the appliance be switched back on and plugged back into the mains socket.

Door seals cleaning

Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky food and drinks can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you open the door. Clean the seals with a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry it thoroughly after cleaning.

Caution!

- Only after the door seals are completely dry should the appliance be powered on.

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your appliance, first review the following table and try the suggestions provided.

The following symptoms are not breakdowns :

• The noise of the cooling liquid which circulates in pipes can be heard, it is normal.
• Humidity on the outside of the appliance device during the rainy season is not a problem, just wipe it with a dry soft cloth.

- The compressor and the condenser can intense more during the periods of heat. the door frame is a little hot; it means that the condenser is working to remove humidity from air.

Problem	Cause Solution
The appliance does not work.	There is no power supply.	Check if the plug is connecting to other appliances.
	The fuse doesn't work.	Replace the fuse.
The appliance makes a lot of noise.	The appliance is too close to the wall, or is not stable, or the accessories inside the refrigerator are placed in wrong position.	Stabilize the base of the refrigerator by adjusting the position of feet, remove the appliance from the wall, place correctly the the accessories inside the refrigerator.
The appliance doesn't cool enough.	The door is too often opened or was left opened for a long time.	Close the door and do not open it too much frequently.
	The refrigerator is too close to the wall.	Take away the device of the wall to favor the ventilation.
	The refrigerator is too full.	Remove food of the device.
The appliance doesn't cool enough.	The temperature is badly adjusted.	Turn the knob of regulation of temperature on "3" or more.
There are smells in the appliance.	Food made obsolete inside the refrigerator.	Throw away obsolete food and wrap the other.
	The inside of the device at need to be cleaned.	Clean the inside of the refrigerator.

If the problem persists, please contact the service center.

Customer service

We decline liability for any damage or accident derived from any use of this appliance which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this manual. Duration of availability of spare parts: 10 years. In accordance with Article L. 217 of the Consumer Code, your product benefits from a legal guarantee of conformity of 2 years

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Technical specifications

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Model	Website QR Code
RTUG2325EW G	https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/2168701

Reference:	RTUG2325EW G
Rated voltage:	220-240V~
Ampere:	2.0A
Rated frequency:	50Hz
Climate class:	N/ST
Refrigerant:	R600a(38g)
Protection against electrical shock:	I
Insulation foam:	CYCLOPENTANE

- Temperate(N): 'this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C';

- Subtropical(ST) : 'this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38°C';

Disposal of your old appliance

European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that used household appliances are not thrown into the normal municipal waste stream. Used appliances must be collected separately in order to optimize the rate of recovery and recycling of materials that compose them, and to reduce the impact on human health and on the environment. The crossed bin symbol is affixed to all the products to remind you of the obligations of separated collection.

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