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Model number(s):

RHCF300 & RHCF292B

For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call

0345 208 8750

or visit us at 

https://mda.russellhobbs.com

IMPORTANT:

RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Chest Freezer

Instruction Manual

Summary of Contents for RHCF292B

Page 1: ...odel number s RHCF300 RHCF292B For Customer Services Spare Parts please call 0345 208 8750 or visit us at https mda russellhobbs com IMPORTANT RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Chest Freezer Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...oduct Overview 8 Unit Spare Parts 8 Usage 9 Temperature Selection 9 Energy Saving Advice 10 Freezer Storage Advice 10 Power Failure 11 Maintenance Cleaning 12 13 Internal Cleaning 12 External Cleaning 12 When not in Use 12 Defrosting 13 Trouble Shooting 14 15 Connection to the Mains Supply 16 Guarantee 17 Technical Specification 18 Notes 19 ...

Page 3: ...ntilation 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 as a s...

Page 4: ...tles 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 transportation to prevent damage to them To avoid contamination of food please respect the following instructions Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temper...

Page 5: ... must be refitted If the fuse cover becomes lost or damaged the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket or becomes 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 qualified electrician The plug removed must be dispo...

Page 6: ...here is at least 30cm clearance above the appliance If placing your appliance next to kitchen cabinets leave 5cm between them The rear 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 ...

Page 7: ... is essential to ensure optimum performance 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 the appliance has sett...

Page 8: ...ct overview are present If any parts are missing please contact the Product Care service team on 0345 208 8750 or visit us at https mda russellhobbs com 8 Product Overview 1 Door handle 2 2 x Wire basket 3 Temperature control dial indicator lights 4 Power cord 5 Drainage hole 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 9: ...emperature control should be set to setting 3 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 The OFF position is an automatic shutdown and it will defrost Note The standard operating temperature for the freezer compartment should b...

Page 10: ...d pockets of warm air form Do not put hot food into the freezer let it cool down first Freezer Storage Advice Store fresh food in airtight boxes or wrap in bags or foil which is suitable for freezing Do not allow frozen food into 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...

Page 11: ...ce thawed should be discarded Fruit and Vegetables If soft should be cooked and used up Bread and Cakes Can be refrozen without danger Shellfish Should be refrigerated and used up quickly Cooked Dishes i e casseroles should be refrigerated and used up Large Pieces of Meat Should be refrigerated and used up quickly Small Joints Should be refrigerated and used up quickly Chicken Should be refrigerat...

Page 12: ...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 13: ...electrical heaters or other such electrical appliances for defrosting When the ice has melted drain the water in the bottom of the freezer by removing the rubber cap located inside the appliance in the back left hand side as illustrated below in Fig 1 NOTES PLEASE KEEP THE RUBBER COVER SAFE DURING THE DEFROSTING PROCESS AND PUT IT BACK AFTER THE DEFROSTING PROCESS IS COMPLETE Situated at the rear ...

Page 14: ...ce Check that the ambient temperature is within the operation 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...

Page 15: ...tments 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 touching other items Bubbling and gurgling sound This noise is emitted as the coolant fluid flows through the pipes within the system This is no...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...re The following conditions apply Product Care 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 guarantee does not cover wear and...

Page 18: ...18 Technical Specification Model number RHCF300 RHCF292B Rated Voltage 230V 240V 50Hz Capacity 293L External Dimensions HxWxD 835mm x 1055mm x 735mm ...

Page 19: ...19 Notes ...

Page 20: ... cater for the recovery and recycling of materials contained within Your co operation is vital to make sure 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 We reserve the right due to possible changes to design to alter the instruction manual without prior notice Revision 8 For Custom...

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