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Food Storage Guidelines

Freezer Storage Advice

Store fresh food in airtight boxes or wrap in bags or foil which are suitable for 
freezing.

Do not allow frozen food to come in to direct contact with food to be frozen.

Pre-frozen food must be placed in the freezer as quickly as possible after 
purchasing. 

To prevent frost damage to fresh vegetables or fruits they must be processed 
appropriately before being placed into the freezer compartment.

You must always follow the storage guidelines printed on all food packaging. 
However, below is some suggested maximum storage times at -18°C (4 star 
freezer rating) for a variety of foods:

Fresh meat & poultry 

up to 12 months

Cooked meat 

up to 2 months

Fresh fish 

up to 6 months

Fruit & vegetables 

up to 12 months

Bread & cakes 

up to 6 months

Refrigerator compartments

Type of food 

Door or balconies of fridge 
compartment

Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, 
drinks, condiments. 
Do not store perishable foods.

Crisper drawer (salad drawer)

Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed separately in 
the crisper bin. 
Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in the 
refrigerator.

Fridge shelf 

bottom

Chiller (box/drawer)

Raw meat, poultry, fish (for short-term storage)

Fridge shelf 

middle

Dairy products, eggs

Fridge shelf 

top

Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready-to-eat 
foods, deli meats, leftovers.

Freezer drawer(s)/shelf

Foods for long-term storage.
Bottom drawer/shelf for raw meat, poultry, fish.
Middle drawer/shelf for frozen vegetables, chips.
Top drawer/shelf for ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen baked 
goods.

Summary of Contents for RH54FF180

Page 1: ...number s RH54FF180 B C G R S W For Customer Services Spare Parts please call 0345 208 8750 or visit us at mda russellhobbs com IMPORTANT RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 54cm Wide Fridge Freezer Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...1 Temperature Selection 10 11 Door reversal 12 15 Replacing the Light 16 Food Storage Guidelines 17 Freezer Storage Advice 17 Energy Saving Advice 18 Power Failure 18 Maintenance Cleaning 19 20 Internal Cleaning 19 External Cleaning 19 When not in Use 19 Defrosting 20 Trouble Shooting 21 22 Connection to the Mains Supply 23 Guarantee 24 Technical Specification 25 Product Fiche 26 Notes 27 ...

Page 3: ...ruct ventilation openings in the appliance The appliance must not be placed or rested on its power cord Do not use mechanical devices or other artificial means to accelerate the defrosting process such as a heater or a hair dryer Do not use electrical appliances in the refrigerator compartment of the appliance If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock the lock must be removed...

Page 4: ...used by adults do not allow children to play with the appliance or let them hang over the door Do not place explosive or flammable material in your appliance for your own safety Bottles containing a high percentage of alcohol must be sealed well and placed vertically in the refrigerator Do not cover the body or the top of the appliance Fix down the accessories in the appliance during transportatio...

Page 5: ...containers in the refrigerator so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food Two star frozen food compartments if they are presented in the appliance are suitable for storing pre frozen food storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes One two and three star compartments if they are presented in the appliance are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food If the appliance is left ...

Page 6: ...ecomes damaged in any way it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions This should be carried out by a the manufacturer service agent or qualified electrician The plug removed must be disposed of safely as insertion into a 13 Amp socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard Transportation and Handling For safe lifting tilt the appliance backwards by no mo...

Page 7: ...ar of the appliance should be at least 6cm away from the back wall The appliance must be used in the vertical position and on a flat surface To level the appliance use the adjustable feet on the appliance Do not place your appliance on a carpeted surface as this will prevent adequate ventilation This appliance should only be placed on a flat firm surface Choose a dry and well ventilated space The ...

Page 8: ...the feet to ensure the unit is stable This is essential to ensure quiet running and proper door opening closing Connect to the electrical socket but do not switch the power to the refrigerator on for at least 3 hours The coolant within the product needs time to settle after it has been transported and put in to position failure to do this will affect the cooling performance of your appliance Once ...

Page 9: ...ves 10 1 x egg tray 1 x ice scraper 1 x ice cube tray 11 1 x distance guide see page 8 Unit Parts Spare Parts Before installation check that all parts detailed in the product overview are present If any parts are missing please contact the Customer Service team on 0345 208 8750 or visit us at mda russellhobbs com 9 Product Overview 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 8 10 9 11 ...

Page 10: ...u may need to adjust the temperature control dial in a room with a high ambient temperature summer the temperature control dial may need to be adjusted to a colder setting moved to setting 4 or 5 or in a room with a low ambient winter temperature the temperature control dial may need to be adjusted to a warmer setting moved to setting 2 Setting the temperature control dial to setting 5 should be u...

Page 11: ...after 24 hours from placing fresh food Once the temperature control has been set close the door and plug in the appliance We recommend that the door is not opened for a minimum of 4 hours to allow the appliance to reach the standard operating temperature Note The standard operating temperature for the fridge compartment should be between 0ºC and 4ºC and the standard operating temperature for the f...

Page 12: ...or your own safety a minimum of 2 people should lift or tilt this product Tools Required Cross headed screwdriver and flat headed screwdriver 1 Remove the hinge cover and the screws from the hinge bracket support the door and remove the hinge and then the door Place the door on a cushioned surface 2 Remove the cap that is on the top left of the unit and fix it to the opposite side 12 ...

Page 13: ...or on a cushioned surface Remove the screw cap covers that are on the left of the unit and fix them on to the opposite side 4 Remove the hinge plug from the top of freezer door and fix it to the opposite side Then remove hinge stopper from the bottom of the freezer door and fix it to the opposite side ensuring it is fixed securely 13 ...

Page 14: ...of the appliance reinstall the adjustable feet and place the freezer door back on 6 Place the freezer door on to the bottom hinge Flip over the middle hinge by 180 and put the bottom pin of the middle hinge into the top of the freezer door and screw the middle hinge back onto the opposite side the fridge You must ensure the freezer door is aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seals are ...

Page 15: ...Place the fridge door back on to the middle hinge put the pin of the top hinge into the top of the door and fix the hinge in to place by screwing it to the top of the fridge use a spanner to tighten it if necessary Ensure the fridge door is aligned horizontally and vertically so that the seals are closed on all sides before finally tightening the top hinge 15 ...

Page 16: ...d not need replacing throughout the life of the product however if it does it has to be replaced by a qualified engineer Please call the service team on 0345 208 8750 The following symbol indicates that the light source in this appliance should only be replaced by a qualified engineer ...

Page 17: ...up to 2 months Fresh fish up to 6 months Fruit vegetables up to 12 months Bread cakes up to 6 months Refrigerator compartments Type of food Door or balconies of fridge compartment Foods with natural preservatives such as jams juices drinks condiments Do not store perishable foods Crisper drawer salad drawer Fruits herbs and vegetables should be placed separately in the crisper bin Do not store ban...

Page 18: ...tc Do not overload the appliance the cooling air that circulates and keeps the appliance cold gets blocked and pockets of warm air form Do not put hot food into the fridge or freezer let it cool down first The shelves are placed in factory mode this delivers the most energy efficient usage for this appliance Power Failure If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen foods keep the door...

Page 19: ...leaning reconnect the plug with dry hands External Cleaning Wash the outer cabinet with warm soapy water Do NOT use abrasive products There are sharp edges on the underside of the product so care should be taken when cleaning Once or twice a year dust the rear of the appliance and the compressor at the back of the appliance with a brush or vacuum cleaner as an accumulation of dust will affect the ...

Page 20: ...ft wrap in newspaper and place aside until ready to place back after cleaning Switch the appliance off at the wall socket and remove the plug Open the freezer door Place a suitable container to collect the water created from the defrosted ice Remove the vaporisation container at the rear of appliance just above the compressor from its position by removing the screws as indicated Clean it with soap...

Page 21: ...on limits of the appliance Are the doors of the appliance opened frequently Once the door is opened the humidity found in the air in the room enters the appliance especially if the humidity levels in the room are very high The more frequently the door is opened in humid conditions the more chance of the build up of moisture The temperature within the appliance is too cold Increase the working temp...

Page 22: ... place to catch the flow of water The doors do not close properly Ensure there are no obstructions preventing door closure Check the door compartments and shelves are correctly in place Check the door seal is not warped or torn Check the appliance is level Unusual noises Check that the appliance is on a flat level surface and is stable Check the spacing s around the appliance and ensure it is not ...

Page 23: ...eed as follows The GREEN YELLOW wire is the EARTH and must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN YELLOW The BLUE wire is the NEUTRAL and must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK The BROWN wire is the LIVE wire and must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured RED ...

Page 24: ...ion of Customer Service The following conditions apply Customer Service will require a valid proof of purchase at the point of replacement or refund The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this instruction guide and any other instructions for use which has been supplied It must be used for domestic purposes only and for its intended use This guarante...

Page 25: ...25 Technical Specification Model number RH54FF180 B C G R S W Rated Voltage 220V 240V 50Hz Capacity 288L 204L 84L External Dimensions HxWxD 1800mm x 540mm x 595mm ...

Page 26: ...erature Rise Time h 12h Freezing Capacity kg 24h 3 9kg 24h Rated voltage V 220V 240V Rated Current A 0 72A Product Dimensions CMs H x W x D 180cm x 54cm x 59 5cm Total Storage Volume L 288L Net Weight KG 54 Class Symbol Ambient temperature range C Information Extended temperate SN 10 to 32 Extended temperate this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 1...

Page 27: ...27 Notes ...

Page 28: ...ste Only discard electrical electronic battery items in separate collection schemes which cater for the recovery and recycling of materials contained within Your co operation is vital to ensure the success of these schemes and for the protection of the environment For your nearest disposal facility visit www recycle more co uk or ask in store for details SEDEX Connecting businesses and their globa...

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