This document is the user's operation manual for a Hisense refrigerator, providing comprehensive information on its installation, operation, and maintenance.
Function Description:
The Hisense refrigerator is designed for household and similar applications, including staff kitchen areas, farmhouses, hotels, motels, bed and breakfast environments, and catering. It features multiple compartments for storing various types of food, including a refrigerator compartment, a freezer compartment, and a convertible compartment. The appliance incorporates a Multi Airflow system for efficient cooling. It also includes smart features such as Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing users to control and monitor the appliance via the ConnectLife app on a smartphone or tablet.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Climate Class: SN to T, meaning it operates effectively in ambient temperatures ranging from +10°C to +43°C.
- Power Supply: Single phase alternating current of 220~240V/50Hz. For areas with large voltage fluctuations, an A.C. Automatic voltage regulator of more than 350W is recommended.
- Refrigerant: Isobutene (R600a), a natural gas with high environmental compatibility, which is flammable.
- Insulation Blowing Gas: Flammable.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: Supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks only.
- Transmitting Frequency Band: 2400-2483.5MHz.
- Max Allowed Transmitting Power: Less than or equal to 20dbm.
- Minimum Installation Distance: 20cm between the radiator and the user's body.
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 794mm x 698mm x 1785mm. Other specific dimensions for W1, W2, W3, D1, and D2 are also provided for installation purposes.
Usage Features:
- Temperature Control: The refrigerator offers precise temperature control for its various compartments. Users can switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit display.
- Fridge Temperature Control: Adjustable from 8°C to 2°C (or 46°F to 36°F). Recommended initial setting is 4°C (39°F).
- Freezer Temperature Control: Adjustable from -14°C to -24°C (or 7°F to -11°F). Recommended initial setting is -18°C (0°F).
- My Fresh Choice Temperature Control: Adjustable from 5°C to -18°C (or 41°F to 0°F). Recommended initial setting is -7°C (19°F).
- Super Cool Function: Lowers the fridge compartment temperature to 2°C (36°F) to rapidly cool food, useful during high usage or large grocery loads. Automatically turns off after 6 hours.
- Super Freeze Function: Lowers the freezer compartment temperature to -24°C (-11°F) to freeze food faster, useful for high usage or large grocery loads. Automatically turns off after 52 hours.
- Eco Function: Puts the refrigerator into an energy-saving mode, automatically setting the fridge to 6°C (43°F) and the freezer to -17°C (1°F).
- Door Open Alarm: An alarm sounds and a "dr" icon blinks if a door is open for more than 2 minutes. The alarm stops when the door is closed or by pressing and holding the "Confirm" and ">" keys for three seconds.
- Demo Mode: A store display mode that prevents the refrigerator from generating cool air. Indicated by "DF" in the temperature area. To exit, press and hold "<" and ">" buttons for 5 seconds.
- Storage Compartments:
- Door Racks: Suitable for canned liquid, bottled drinks, and packed food. Avoid placing too many heavy items.
- Glass Shelves: Located in the refrigerator compartment, removable for cleaning.
- Vertical Baffle Part: A component within the refrigerator.
- Fruit & Vegetable Crispers: Designed for storing vegetables and fruit, removable for cleaning.
- Freezer Trays and Drawers: For storing frozen foods like meat and ice.
- Convertible Compartment: Features a top LED light, tray, and middle/lower drawers. Its temperature can be set to positive or negative to store various foods.
- Wi-Fi Connection: Connects to the ConnectLife app for remote control and monitoring. The process involves activating Wi-Fi on the appliance's control panel and pairing it via the app.
Maintenance Features:
- Regular Cleaning: The appliance (including exterior and interior accessories) should be cleaned regularly, at least every two months, for hygienic reasons.
- Exterior Cleaning: Use a clean, soft cloth with a mild detergent. Avoid spraying water directly on the surface. Do not use sharp objects, thinners, car detergents, Clorox, ethereal oil, abrasive cleansers, or organic solvents.
- Interior Cleaning: Clean regularly, especially when food stocks are low. Remove drawers and shelves for a thorough clean. Use a weak solution of bicarbonate of soda for the freezer interior, rinse with warm water, and dry completely.
- Defrosting: The appliance automatically defrosts. If a thick layer of frost occurs in the freezer due to frequent or prolonged door opening, remove food, unplug the appliance, leave doors open, and ventilate the room to accelerate defrosting.
- Door Seals Cleaning: Keep door seals clean to prevent sticking and tearing. Wash with mild detergent and warm water, then rinse and dry thoroughly.
- Replacing LED Light: The LED light should be replaced by a professional. If damaged, contact customer helpline for assistance. The manual provides steps for removal and replacement, but emphasizes professional service.
- Disposal: The appliance must not be disposed of as household waste. Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally at an authorized waste disposal center. Packaging materials are recyclable. Before discarding, pull the plug, cut the power cord, and remove the door to prevent child entrapment.