Sharp SJ-S2212E2W-CH, User Manual

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CHAPTER -6: TROUBLESHOOTING

Also a warning sound are heared.

Showing code and buzzer will continue until you pushes SET or MODE button. When you push one of these buttons, 

buzzer will stop. “LF” warning will be disappear in 15 minutes. You don’t have to call your service, this condition may 

appear due to reasons above. You can keep storing your foods in your freezer. If “LF” warning will not disappear in an 

hour after pressing the button, you can call your service and do not re-freeze your food. These foods must be eaten.

If your fridge is operating too loudly;

Normal Noises

Cracking (Ice cracking) Noise:

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During automatic defrosting.

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When the appliance is cooled or warmed (due to expansion of appliance material).

Short cracking

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Heard when the thermostat switches the compressor on/off.

Compressor noise

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Normal motor noise. This noise means that the compressor operates normally Compressor may cause more 

noise for a short time when it is activated. 

Bubbling noise and splash:

•  This noise is caused by the flow of the refrigerant in the tubes of the system.

Water flow noise:

•  Normal flow noise of water flowing to the evaporation container during defrosting. This noise can be heard 

during defrosting.

Air Blow Noise:

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Normal fan noise. This noise can be heard in No-Frost fridge during normal operation of the system due to the 

circulation of air.

If the edges of freezer cabinet that the door joint contact are warm;

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Especially in summer (hot weather), the surfaces that the joint contact may get warmer during the operation of 

the compressor, this is normal.

If humidity builds up inside the freezer;

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Are all food packed properly? Are the containers dried before placing them in the freezer?

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Is the freezers door opened frequently? Humidity of the room gets in the freezer when the doors are opened. 

Humidity build up will be faster when you open the doors more frequently, especially if the humidity of the room 

is high.

•  Building up of water drops on the rear wall after automatic defrosting is normal. (in Static Models)

If the door is not opened and closed properly;

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Do the food packages prevent closing of the door?

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Are the door compartments, shelves and drawers placed properly?

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Are door joints broken or torn?

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Is your freezer on a level surface?

If your freezer is not cooling enough;

Your freezer is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the 

climate class stated in the information label. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of stated temperatures 

value limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

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Compressor protection function will be activated after sudden power breakdowns or after unplugging the 

appliance, because the gas in the cooling system is not stabilized yet. Your freezer will start after 5 minutes, 

there is nothing to worry about.

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If you will not use your freezer for a long time (e.g. in summer holidays) unplug it. Clean your freezer according 

to Chapter 4 and leave the door open to prevent humidity and smell.

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If the problem persists after you have followed all the instructions above, please consult to the nearest  

Authorized service.

CHAPTER -7: TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

1. Always allow foodstuffs to cool before storing in the appliance.
2. Thaw food in the freezer, this helps save energy.

Conformity Information

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This appliance is designed for use at an ambient tem-perature within the 16°C - 43°C range.

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The appliance is designed in compliance with the IEC60335-1 / IEC60335-2-24, 2004/108/EC standards.