JF-320L - Refrigerator Jocel - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Refrigerator with freezer compartment
Brand	Jocel
Model	JF-320L
Total Capacity	320 liters
Energy Class	A+
Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth)	Approximately 1700 x 600 x 650 mm
Weight	Approximately 55 kg
Power Supply Voltage	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Temperature Control	Adjustable thermostat from MIN to MAX with OFF position
Refrigerant	R600a (isobutane) – environmentally friendly
Defrosting	Manual defrost – unplug and let frost melt or use plastic scraper
Interior Light	E14 screw cap, 15 W max bulb
Shelves	Adjustable glass shelves
Door Storage	Upper rack, middle bottle rack, lower rack
Vegetable Drawer	Yes, with glass cover
Adjustable Feet	Yes, for leveling
Climate Class	N (16–32 °C) – typical for temperate zones
Installation Clearance	At least 10 cm around the unit for ventilation
Cleaning Frequency	Every two months with neutral detergent and soft cloth
Warranty	2 years for household use (6 months for industrial use)
Country of Origin	R.P.C. (People's Republic of China)

Frequently Asked Questions - JF-320L Jocel

What should I do if the refrigerator does not cool?

Check if the door is properly closed and not opened too often. Ensure the thermostat is set to a position between MIN and MAX. Verify that the refrigerator is not too close to the wall (at least 10 cm clearance). Also, avoid overloading with warm food.

Why is the refrigerator noisy?

Ensure the appliance is level using the adjustable feet. Check that it is not touching the wall. Also, verify that accessories inside are properly placed and not rattling.

How do I defrost the refrigerator?

Unplug the unit and remove all food. Allow frost to melt naturally or use a plastic scraper. Never use sharp tools. Wipe dry, then plug back in and return food.

What causes bad smell inside the refrigerator?

Unwrapped or uncovered food can cause odors. Clean the interior with warm water and neutral detergent. Also, check for spoiled items and discard them.

How do I replace the light bulb?

Disconnect power. Unscrew the old bulb and replace with a new E14 15W max bulb. Screw securely, reconnect power.

What is the recommended temperature setting?

The factory recommends the middle position between MIN and MAX. Adjust according to your needs; turning clockwise lowers the temperature.

Can I install the refrigerator outdoors?

No, the appliance should not be used in open air or exposed to rain. Install in a dry, well-ventilated indoor location.

How to clean the refrigerator?

Unplug first. Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and neutral detergent. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners or pour water on electrical components.

What does the warranty cover?

The warranty covers manufacturing defects in parts for 2 years (household use). It does not cover damage from misuse, improper installation, or external causes like lightning.

Why is the outside of the refrigerator wet?

In humid weather, moisture may condense on the exterior. Simply wipe it away with a dry cloth. This is normal and not a defect.

USER MANUAL JF-320L Jocel

Exterior view of a modern white refrigerator with 'JOCET A+' label on the front panel (no other text or symbols visible)

MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES MANUAL DE FUNCIONAMENTO INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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1. Upper Cover

2. Refrigerator Shelf

3. Vegetable Box

4. Adjustable Feet

5. Adjustable Thermostat

6. Upper Rack of door

7. Middle bottle rack from door

8. Lower rack of the door

TRANSPORTATION AND HANDING

When transporting, hold the base and lift the refrigerator carefully with the tilted angle more than 45 degree. Never hold the door handle as support. Never place it upside down, horizontal wise or get it extruded. Push refrigerator about by making its two hind roller feet as axis and then tilting it slightly during moving indoors.

INSTALLATION

1. Install the refrigerator at a place with a flat, firm ground directly, to prevent vibration and noise.
2. Choose a well-ventilated place. A space of no less than 10cm must be left around the refrigerator.
3. Choose a location where there is no heat source. Keep the refrigerator away from direct sunlight and oven etc..
4. Choose a dry and well-ventilated place where there is no corrosive air.

Testing

1. Clean the refrigerator with lukewarm water and detergent, and wipe dry.
   Notes: Electrical components should be cleaned with a dry cloth.
2. Turn the thermostat knob to the middle position between "MIN" and "MAX" position, and plug the refrigerator into the wall outlet. The compressor will begin to run.
3. Check, after 30 minutes of operation, to ensure that the freezer is cold.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

1. The temperature controller installed in the upper cover controls the temperature in the refrigerator.
2. Turning the thermostat knob adjusts the temperature of the refrigerator
3. The marks on the knob are the temperature grades, not the exact number of the degrees of temperature."OFF" shows a forced STOP and "MAX" shows the lowest temperature. Turn the knob from "MIN" position to "MAX" position clockwise, the temperature decreases continuously. You may set the temperature control selector to any position according to what you need.
4. The factory recommended the middle position between "MIN" and "MAX".

1. How to Use the Refrigerator

• The cook dishes can be put into refrigerator to keep fresh after their temperature decreases to room temperature.
• Egg pockets and bottle pockets for eggs, butter, milk and bottle drinks, etc.
• Other food such as MEAT, FISH AND suchlike, in addition to becoming dry, may cause smells. To prevent this, they should be wrapped in aluminium foil, placed in suitable polythene bags or stored in proper airtight containers.

2. Placement of Food

– Proper place should be left instead of too crowded during food storage.
- Food to be stored should be wrapped with clean plastic film or fresh keeping paper, and then distributed to several frames even to avoid contamination and the loss of water and smell mixture.
- Cool hot food down to the room temperature before storing or consumption of electricity will increase and would lead to frost forming inside.

DEFROSTING

1. When the refrigerator operates for a long period of time, the internal surface may become covered with a layer of white frost. This frost will reduce the energy efficiency of the unit, and make the refrigerator less effective. When this frost forms, it should be promptly removed.
2. When defrosting, unplug the refrigerator, and remove all items from inside. Either allow the frost to melt naturally from the warm air in the room, or carefully use a plastic scraper. Finally, wipe away any remaining ice and water, plug the refrigerator, and return the food to the freezer.

CAUTION: Never use sharp tools to chip ice away.

NOTES:

• The appliance should be so positioned that the plug is easily accessible.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service agent.
• The appliance shall not be used in open air and shall not be exposed to rain.
• Don't store something like ether, methanol, gasoline etc., which is easy to evaporate burn or explode.
• Don't set something too heavy on the top of refrigerator and do not pour water on it.
• Do connect your refrigerator to an independent electrical socket and use a safe ground wire. The voltage should be limited within the ranges from 187V to 242V, or the main motor will be damaged.
• Turn on electricity only 5 minutes later after electricity goes off. Otherwise, the compressor may be damaged.
• In order to save electricity consumption, keep air circulation during operation and the package base should be taken away.
• Sure to keep electrical wire away from compressor and condenser, or its insulation function will be spoiled by high temperature.
• To save the energy, you should reduce the frequency and duration of the opening of the door.
• When there is no electricity or when refrigerator ceases to be used, it should be cleaned in time in order to prevent it from smelling. Too much frost may affect refrigeration.
• It is not recommended to use any extension cords.
• Warning-Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the structure for building in, clear of obstruction.
• Warning-Do not damages the refrigerant circuit.
• Warning-Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• If the appliance can not be used any more, please release the refrigerant before abandon at a place exposed to the air and away from tinderbox.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The refrigerator should be cleaned every other month, before cleaning; the electric plug must be removed from the power supply.

Wipe the inside and outside of the refrigerator with a wet soft cloth.

If it's too dirty, clean with a soft cloth soaked with neutral detergent and clean water, remove the moisture with dry cloth.

If you are going away on holiday or for any other reason, wish to leave the refrigerator idle for any period of time, proceed as follows:

• Disconnect the refrigerator from the electric power supply by removing the plug from the wall socket.
• Remove all food.
• Clean and dry the inside as instructed in the direction given above for cleaning.
• Leave the doors open to prevent any unpleasant smells from building up while the refrigerator is not used.

CLEANING:

• When cleaning the refrigerator the electric plug must be removed from the power supply.
• Use water and a non-abrasive detergent.
• Clean with a soft cloth soaked in this solution and remove moisture with a dry cloth.
  – Remember to clear the defrost drain situated at the back just above the glass cover.

REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB

Should the light fail, switch off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug. Then ensure the bulb is screwed securely in the bulb holder. Replace the plug and switch on. If the light still fails, obtain a replacement E14 screw-cap type 15 Walt (Max) bulb from your local electrical sore and then fit it. Carefully dispose of the burnt-out light bulb immediately.

WORKING DEFECTS AND FAILURES

Symptom: Appliance will not work at all.

Cause:

The power supply plug is not inserted in the wall socket or the plug and the outlet is loose. Due to some anomaly in the household electric supply circuit, no power is reaching the refrigerator supply socket. This can be checked by plugging in a light or any other electric appliance into the suspect socket.

The voltage is too low.

Symptom: Noisy running.

Cause:

The appliance has not been properly levelled.

The refrigerator is in contact with the wall.

The accessories in the refrigerator are placed wrong position.

Symptom: Appliance does not cool sufficiently.

Cause:

Door has been opened too often, or it has been left open for a while.

The refrigerator is too near to the wall.

Have too much food in the refrigerator.

The temperature was not regulated correctly.

Symptom: Smell inside the appliance.

Cause:

Some of the food is not properly wrapped or covered.

The inside of the refrigerator needs cleaning.

If your refrigerator shows other symptoms from those described above, or if you have check all items listed as the causes and the symptom still exist, then call the service department.

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT BREAKDOWNS

1. Refrigerant running in pipes gives forth a gentle sound of water running in pipes.
2. In a moist season, the outer surface of refrigerator may be covered with moisture which should be simply wiped away.
3. The compressor and the rear condenser may be heated to the extent that scalding your hand in summer during refrigerator operation.
4. Door frame heat means the anti-dew tube is working during refrigerator operation.

Due to product's changing and improving, the exact product for the consumer may not correspond with some details in the instruction.

HEADQUARTERS:

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

CE

We declare on our own responsibility that the machine indicated below

Product REFRIGERATOR

Brand JOCEL

Model JF-320L

Complies with the following European directives and standards implementation:

Low Voltage

2006/95/CE

EN 60335-1:2002+A1:2004+A11:2004+

A2:2006+A12:2006+A13:2008+A14:

2010+A15:2011

EN60335-2-24:2010

EN62233:2008

Electromagnetic Compatibility

2004/108/CE

EN 55014-1:2206/+A1:2009/+A2:2011

EN 55014-2:1997/+A1:2001/+A2:2008

EN 61000-3-2:2006/+A1:2009/+A2:2009

EN 61000-3-3:2008

Country of Origin: R.P.C.

GENERAL WARRANTY TERMS

1. The warranty is valid only on presentation of invoice of purchase.
2. This WARRANTY is limited exclusively to parts substitution ineffective due to faulty manufacture, made in our workshops.
3. The elimination of several faults of the scope of the guarantee is made for repair or replacement of defective parts, according to the discretion of our technical services. Defective parts are our property.
4. Are not covered under warranty damage caused by transportation, neglect or poor use, improper assembly or installation, as well as external influences such as: lightning strikes or power, flooding, humidity, etc..
5. Lose warranty, all appliances that are not being used according to the instructions, or connected to FEEDING NETWORKS not guarantee a constant voltage of 220/240V.
6. The warranty does not cover damages for personal injury or damage caused directly or indirectly in any capacity whatsoever.
7. This warranty terminates when it is found to have been undergoing repairs, alterations or interventions by any person not authorized by Jocel.

THE WARRANTY EXPIRES

1. With the modification or disappearance of the nameplate of the appliance.
2. Exceeded the period of 2 years for home appliances and 06 months for industrial appliances, warranty expires and assistance will be made by charging the costs of manpower, according to current fees.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

For technical assistance request, our services are available through the following contacts:

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