Nordmende RITF391A+, Instruction Manual

the evaporator surface may get damaged.   

·    Wipe off defrost water from time to time with sponge.   

·  Place a container of hot water (do not use boiling 

water)  
near the door of freezer compartment to speed up the   
defrosting process.   

·    Dry the freezer compartment and place the frozen food 

back.  

·    Reconnect the refrigerator after defrosting.   

·  Start up the refrigerator by adjusting the temperature 

control knob.   

·    Close the door of freezer compartment.   

12. Problem Diagnosis 

The latest manufacture techniques and state-of-the-art 
refrigeration and freezing technology are adopted to 
ensure safe and reliable operation of your appliance. In 
doubt of fault, make sure to check first as described 
below before making a service call:   

Things to be noted: 

The compressor (also known as refrigerating unit) doesn’t 
operate all the time without stop.   

The compressor is controlled by the automatic 
temperature regulator represented by a temperature dial. 
When the interior temperature exceeds the preset 
temperature, the compressor starts automatically and 
when the interior temperature falls below the present 
temperature, the compressor stops automatically.   

It’s normal that compressor makes noise during operation. 
The noise comes from the motor. The flow of refrigerant 
through the refrigerating system may make a gurgling 
noise. These noises don’t mean a fault of the refrigerator.   

The exterior surface may be wet when it’s cold and the 
ambient temperature is low. It’s normal and the exterior 
surface will become dry as the ambient temperature rises.   

If the reasons of such phenomena can’t be identified and 
solved, please consult the service center.   

13. Troubleshooting 

a)  Problem: Refrigerator does not operate (does not 

work) 

Please check: 

·    Is the power cord in good condition? Is the refrigerator 

properly plugged in the outlet?   

·  Is there a power interruption? (Use a small appliance 

to check out, e.g. agitator or hair dryer)   

·  Is the refrigerator started up? (The temperature dial 

should not be set at “0”.)   

·    Is the fuse broken? Or in poor contact?   

b) Problem: The inner compartment is not cool 

enough; the compressor cycles on and off 

frequently; 

Please check: 

·  The refrigerator/freezer compartment should stand still 

for at least 2 hours after installation to stabilize the 
refrigerant circulation system. See “Start-up”. If it 
doesn’t work, unplug the refrigerator and tilt the 
refrigerator to one side for a while or place it on an 
inclined plane and then place it to the original position. 
Connect the refrigerator after 2 hours. Keep the door(s) 
closed for 12 hours.   

·  Is the door properly closed? If so, the door gasket 

should press on the external cabinet securely and 
evenly.  

Test: It should be difficult to pull out a piece of paper 
caught up between the door gasket and the external 
cabinet. If the paper slips away easily, consult the 
service center. 

·  If there is thick ice in the freezer compartment. (See 

“Cleaning and Maintenance”)   

·    Is the refrigerator exposed to direct sunshine or near a 

heat source (oven, radiator, etc.)?   

What to do: Do not expose the refrigerator to direct 
sunshine; keep the refrigerator away from any heat 
source; install a thermal barrier between the 
refrigerator and the heat source (see “Location”). 

·    Is the inner compartment overloaded?   

·    Is the room well ventilated? Is the air vent obstructed? 

Is the heat exchanger (condenser) on the back covered 
by dust?

c)  The temperature of refrigerator compartment is too 

low 

Please check: 

·    Is the temperature regulator properly set?   

·    Is the door of freezer compartment properly closed?   

·  Is there a lot of fresh food (more than 1kg) in the 

freezer compartment? (If the freezer compartment 
operates for long periods, the temperature of 
refrigerator compartment falls accordingly.)   

d) The freezer compartment is too warm and frozen 

foods are thawed 

· Is the ambient temperature too low? (If so, the 

refrigerating unit will malfunction, resulting in higher 
temperatures in the freezer compartment.)   

What to do: Raise the ambient temperature. 

e) There is thick ice in the freezer compartment. 

Please check:

·    Is the door of freezer compartment properly closed?   
·    If some food gets frozen to the inner walls, try to 

remove it with a blunt instrument such as a spoon   

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