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Manual Hitachi R-Z396 Fridge-Freezer

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SAFETY SUGGESTION

INSTALLATION

IDENTIFICATION PARTS

Twisted ice maker

Freezer shelf (Adjustable)

(Plastic or steel wire)

Adjustor

Ice cube box

Chilled case

(For storage meat or fish etc.)

Refrigerator temperature control dial

Refrigerator shelf (Adjustable)

(Tempered glass or steel wire)

Lamp cover (Lamp)

Drain pan

(

Rear side

）

Shutter

(Humidity controllable)

Freezer temperature control dial

Freezer compartment

(For storage ice-creams, frozen foods and

ice making.

）

Freezer door pocket

(For storage of small packages of frozen foods.)

Refrigerator compartment

(For storage of fresh foods.)

ater tank (2 liters)

(Water dispenser model only.)

Egg tray

(

14 eggs.)

Refrigerator door pocket

(For storage of bottles, canned foods, etc.)

“MINUS-ZERO” panel

Water bottle

(Water dispenser model only.)

Vegetable crisper

(For storage of fresh vegetables and fruit.)

WARNING

Suggestions below are very important for safety use of the refrigerator, please be sure to keep the following items.

1. Do not store bottles in a freezer compartment or a chilled case. It will become the cause of making you injured, if a bottle froze and explode.

2. Do not place food outside the shelves. A door will not be able to close or bottles catch and fall.It will become the cause of making you injured.

3. Do not put bottles into a door pocket by force.When opening and closing a door, a pocket separates, and it becomes the cause of an injury.

4. Do not eat or drink smelling or color changing food. It might be the cause of sickness.

5. Do not touch the compressor or the electric parts behind the refrigerator. It might cause injuries and burns by heat.

6. When carrying the refrigerator, please hold and carry the upper back side and a lower adjustor.

7. When disposing the refrigerator should be followed the disposal law of your country.

Installation

Beginning

1. Clean the interior of the refrigerator finely. It may become dirty with dust during

transportation, or may become dirty with static electricity.

2. Connect the power supply plug into an exclusive wall socket. You should insert a plug completely.

3. After the inside is cold well, store food. It takes approximately 4 hours for

being fully cold. It may take a half day if the outside temperature is too hot.

Food storage

1. Keep the space among food. Placing too much food will make the inside of the refrigerator not to be cool enough.

2. Store cool down food. If you store hot food, the inside temperature will rise which waste the eletric fee.

3. Do not block the cold air vent. The cold air flowing will be ineffective.

4. Wrapping food or putting it in the sealed case can keep its humidity and smell.

Do not damage the

cord by placing any

heavy object on it.

CAUTION

1. Install the refrigerator on the strong and leveled floor.

2. Please use this refrigerator between the room temperature of 10

C to 43

Sufficient performance may not be obtained, if the room temperature is too low or too high.

3. Install the refrigerator away from the direct sunlight and other heat sources.

4. Install the refrigerator at the low humidity and good air flow place.

5. For having the refrigerator works properly, provide enough space of at least

30 cm over the top and 10 cm at rear and 5 cm at both sides for proper air circulation.

6. Make the refrigerator stand horizontally by adjusting the leveling legs (adjustor) .

Rated

Voltage

1. Do not use the different electric voltage except one specified on the label

of the refrigerator. Moreover, please use a wall socket independently.

2. Do not damage a power cord and power supply plug. If the supply cord is

damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or

similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Please consult with a shop or service agent.

3. Do not use refrigerator in a place from which combustible gas has leaked. Moreover, do not use an inflammable spray near the refrigerator.

It sparks at the point of contact of electric parts, and becomes the cause of explosion or a fire.

4. Do not store volatile chemicals such as ether, LP gas, thinner, etc. There is a risk of causing ignition explosion.

5. Do not spill water on the inside or outside of a refrigerator. Electric insulation falls and it becomes the cause of a fire or an electric shock.

6. Do not let children hang down the door.The refrigerator may fall down and children might be injured.

7. When disposing of this refrigerator, remove the door gasket to protect little children from being caught inside the refrigerator.

8. Do not repair or break up. When necessary please consult with a shop or a service agent.

9. Make sure to connect grounding wire.

10. Do not place anything on the refrigerator. It might fall down.

The user might be injured when opens or closes the door.

11. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

12. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting

process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

13. Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the

appliances, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

14. Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

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Brand	Hitachi
Model	R-Z396
Category	Fridge-Freezers
File type	PDF
File size	3.07 MB

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If I want my fridge-freezer to be colder, should I choose for a higher or lower setting? Verified

With most fridge-freezers a higher setting means the machine will cool harder. With a lower setting, the machine will cool less hard and the temperature in the fridge-freezer will be higher.

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Can I change the opening direction of the door of my fridge-freezer? Verified

Yes, nearly all standing fridge-freezers offer the option to place the door on the other side. How to do this can generally be found in the manual.

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What is the best temperature setting for a refrigerator? Verified

From a health perspective temperatures between 3℃ and 4℃ are the best. At these temperatures the growth of bacteria and mold is limited.

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The drain hole in my fridge-freezer is dirty/clogged, how do I clean it? Verified

There are special cleaning devices to do this, but it is also possible to remove blockage or dirt with a cotton swab. To keep the drain hole clean and prevent smells it is advisable to put a drop of chlorine bleach in the drain 4 times a year.

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How often should I defrost my freezer? Verified

For optimal use of the freezer it is best to defrost it once every 3-6 months. Ice on the inside of the freezer reduces the available space and increases the use of energy. The thawing process can be accelerated by placing hot water in the drawer or placing bowls of hot water in the freezer.

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My fridge-freezer makes a bubbling sound, is that normal? Verified

Modern fridge-freezers make use of an environmentally friendly cooling agent. During the cooling process this substance turns into a gas, which can cause a bubbling and/or hissing sound. This is perfectly normal.

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I bought a new fridge-freezer, can I turn it on immediately? Verified

No, the fridge-freezer needs to stand in an upright position for at least 4 hours before it can be turned on. This is because the coolant liquid needs to settle.

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Is it normal that water or ice drops are forming on the back wall of my fridge-freezer? Verified

Yes, this a completely normal phenomenom. The moisture that enters the fridge-freezer with warm air or products will settle on the coldest part, being the back wall. Because the back wall can reach temperatures below freezing, the drops will freeze from time to time. When the fridge-freezer is idle the drops will thaw and flow to the drain of the fridge-freezer.

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De door of my fridge-freezer will not close properly, why is that? Verified

The two most common causes are that the fridge-freezer is not level and that the door seal is damaged or has food remains on it. Make sure the fridge-freezer is level and check the door seal. Replace the seal if neccesary.

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How much space should I leave betwee my fridge-freezer and the wall? Verified

To ensure a good ventilation it's best to leave at least 5cm of free space on both sides and the back of the fridge-freezer.

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What do the stars on the freezer mean? Verified

The stars indicate the freezing capacity. 1 star indicates a freezing capacity down to -6ºC. This makes the freezer suitable for making ice cubes or storing previously frozen goods for up to two weeks. Fresh food cannot be frozen. 2 stars indicates a freezing capacity down to -12ºC. This makes the freezer suitable for storing previously frozen goods for up to two months. Fresh food cannot be frozen. 3 stars indicates a freezing capacity down to -18ºC. This makes the freezer suitable

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How long does it take for my refrigerator to reach the set temperature after I turn it on? Verified

This depends on the size, age and model of the refrigerator. It may take several hours to 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the set temperature. The process can be accelerated by placing non-perishable goods in the refrigerator. The temperature in the refrigerator cannot be measured properly by feeling the air inside. The best way to tell if the refrigerator has reached the set temperature is to place a glass of water in the refrigerator with a thermometer in it.

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There is condensation in my refrigerator, why is that? Verified

There can be several causes. The door gasket can be defective, allowing outside air into the refrigerator. It's also possible that the refrigerator is not level, preventing the door from closing correctly. Another cause is a large difference between the temperature inside the refrigerator and outside while the door is being opened frequently.

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Can I put warm food or drinks in my fridge-freezer? Verified

Preferably not. The temperature in your fridge-freezer will rise, which negatively impacts the other items that are stored inside.

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There is mold on the rubber seals of my fridge-freezer, what should I do? Verified

The rubber seals are not actually inside the fridge-freezer and are therefore warmer. This allows bacteria to grow and mold to form. Clean the rubbers regularly to prevent this.

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What is R-410A? Verified

R-410A is a cooling agent that is used in appliances that cool up to 0°C, like refrigerators and air conditioners. It is the replacement of older cooling agents and does not damage the ozon layer.

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