DAEWOO ELECTRONICS FRN-Q19D Series

This document is a user manual for a Daewoo Electronics refrigerator, specifically models FRN-Q19D and FRN-Q19F. It covers installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for the appliance.

Function Description

The Daewoo refrigerator is a cooling appliance designed for food storage, featuring both freezer and refrigerator compartments. It includes a smart control system for temperature management and a dispenser for water and ice (cubed or crushed, depending on the model). Some models also feature an automatic ice maker and a refreshment compartment for easy access to frequently used items. The refrigerator is designed to operate within specific ambient temperature ranges depending on its climatic category (SN, N, ST, T).

Important Technical Specifications

Dimensions (including Door Handles): 912mm (Width) x 741.3mm (Depth) x 1771mm (Height).
Refrigerant (R-134a models): R-134a, Charge: 0.190kg, Global warming potential: 1300. Foam blown with C-pentane.
Refrigerant (R-600a models): Isobutane refrigerant (R600a), a natural gas with high environmental compatibility but combustible. The room must be 1 m³ in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant.
Water Pressure (for automatic icemaker): 2.0~12.5 kgf/cm² (1.96~12.26 Bar). A cup of 180cc should fill within 10 seconds for adequate pressure.
Ice Production: Approximately 7 ice cubes (19-20 times a day) are made at one time.
Filter Life: Recommended replacement every 6 months.
RoHS Compliant: Free from Pb, Cd, Cr+6, Hg, PBBs, and PBDEs.

Usage Features

Smart Control System: The control panel allows users to set temperatures for both the freezer (FRZ. SET) and refrigerator (REF. SET) compartments. The initial temperature mode is set to -19°C / 4°C.
Temperature Control:
- Freezer Compartment: Pressing the FRZ.SET button cycles through temperature settings (e.g., -19°C, -20°C, -21°C, etc.).
- Faster Freezing: Activate by pressing FRZ.SET until the LED '❄' turns on.
- Refrigerator Compartment: Pressing the REF.SET button cycles through temperature settings (e.g., 4°C, 3°C, 2°C, etc.).
- Faster Cooling/Refrigeration: Activate by pressing REF.SET until the LED '❄' turns on.
Dispenser:
- Selection: Press the 'DISPENSER' button to select WATER, CUBED ICE, CRUSHED ICE (optional), or ICE LOCK. An orange LED indicates the current selection.
- Dispensing: Press a cup against the PUSH pad to dispense.
- Filter Change Display: The filter icon flickers after 6 months of power input, indicating a filter change is due. To reset, press the 'DISPENSER' button for 3 seconds.
Lock Function: Press the 'LOCK' button for more than 3 seconds to activate and prevent unintentional changes to settings. The display goes out when locked.
Interior Parts:
- Freezer Pocket: For frozen foods.
- Ice Maker & Storage: Produces and stores ice.
- Freezer Shelf (tempered glass): For frozen foods like meat, fish, ice cream.
- Meat Case of Freezer: For meat, fish, chicken, covered with foil or vinyl wrap.
- Drying Case of Freezer: For dried foods (e.g., dried squid, anchovy).
- Refrigerator Shelf (tempered glass): For common foods.
- Cover Case Shelf (tempered glass).
- Vegetable Case: For vegetables.
- Fruit Case: For fruits.
- Refrigerator Pocket: For refrigerating foods, milk, juice, beer bottles.
- Home Bar Pocket: For frequently used cans, drinks, beverages.
- Home Bar (Not all models): A one-touch push type compartment for quick access to refreshments, saving electricity by avoiding full door opening.
Display Off Function: After 5 minutes of no button presses or door operations, all display LEDs except for water, ice, and ice lock icons go out. Normal display resumes with user interaction.
System Off Function (Power Off): Pressing FRZ.SET and REF.SET buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds turns the appliance off. The display shows "-- --", and all operations halt. Repeating the action turns it back on.
Door Alarm: If either the freezer or refrigerator door is left open for more than a minute, an alarm sounds for 5 minutes at 1-minute intervals.
Food Storage Tips:
- Wash foods before storing.
- Divide foods into smaller pieces.
- Place watery foods or those with high moisture content on front shelves to prevent freezing near the cold air spout.
- Cool warm/hot foods before storing to reduce power consumption.
- Avoid storing tropical fruits like bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes at low temperatures, as they can deteriorate.
- Maintain sufficient space between foods for proper cold air circulation.
- Cover or wrap foods to prevent odors.

Maintenance Features

Cleaning:
- Interior Parts: Use a cloth with water and mild detergent.
- Dispenser Water Shelf: Remove and clean. (Note: it is not self-draining).
- Ice Cubes Storage Case: Pull out to remove. If difficult to reinsert, rotate the swirl coil or drive mechanism a quarter turn.
- Freezer & Refrigerator Pockets: Hold both ends and pull up to remove.
- Freezer & Refrigerator Shelves: Open doors fully, then pull shelves forward to remove.
- Vegetable Case & Fruit Case: Pull forward and lift up slightly to remove.
- Door Packing: Use a cloth with mild (neutral) detergent.
- Back (Machine Section): Remove dust on the grill with a vacuum cleaner at least once a year.
Water Filter Replacement: The filter should be replaced every 6 months. After replacement, press the 'DISPENSER' button for 3 seconds to reset the filter change indicator.
Water Supply Adjustment (for automatic ice maker):
- Measure the water supply by dispensing water into a measurement cover.
- If the ice is too small or too large, adjust the water supply set value.
- Enter adjustment mode by pressing the 'DISPENSER' button for approximately 10 seconds.
- Change the set value (initial value is '5') by pressing the 'DISPENSER' button.
- Hold the 'LOCK' button once to save the setting.
Troubleshooting: The manual provides guidance for common issues like strange sounds, insufficient cooling, food freezing, and unpleasant odors, with recommended checkup points and actions.
Safety Precautions:
- Always unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or maintenance.
- Do not use flammable gases, benzene, thinners, gasoline, or sprays near the refrigerator.
- Do not store medicine or research samples requiring strict temperature control.
- Do not insert fingers or hands into the bottom of the refrigerator.
- Do not change fuses or LED lights yourself; call a service agent.
- When disposing of an old refrigerator, remove the doors to prevent child entrapment.
- Ensure ventilation openings are clear.
- Do not use mechanical devices to accelerate defrosting.
- Do not use electrical appliances inside food storage compartments.
- Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
- Do not place water or liquid containers on top of the refrigerator.
- Do not move or remove shelves/pockets with food on them.
- Never repair or disassemble the refrigerator yourself.
- For R-600a models, ensure proper ventilation in case of a refrigerant leak.
- When moving the refrigerator, use at least two people and lift from designated handles. Turn up the wheels first to avoid floor damage.
- Do not use petrol, benzene, thinners, scouring pads, or harsh abrasives for cleaning surfaces.