Akai AK-269-TM, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...AFTER SALES SUPPORT AU 1300 886 649 NZ 0800 836 761 269L Top Mount Refrigerator INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL AK 269 TM E209 ...

Page 2: ...ort AU 1300 886 649 NZ 0800 836 761 info tempo org Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 03 Product Overview 06 Getting Started 07 Operating Instructions 09 FAQs Troubleshooting Guide 13 Other Useful Information 15 ...

Page 3: ...ctly adhered to Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference along with the completed warranty card purchase receipt and carton If applicable pass these instructions on to the next owner of the appliance This symbol alerts you to take care as the appliance contains flammable materials isobutane as refrigerant and cyclopentane as insulation blowing gas While isobutane R600a is a gas with a ...

Page 4: ...g period of time as it could be very hot The interior lamp can only be replaced by authorised service personnel Please contact our after sales support centre for a service if the lamp needs replacing Disconnection Never unplug the unit by pulling the cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the power point All electrical work for the installation must be carried out by a license...

Page 5: ...ke care when moving it To avoid back or other injury consider a two person lift or mechanical aid when installing it Failure to do so can result in back or other injury Freestanding design This appliance is designed to be freestanding only and should not be recessed or built in Keep it upright Do not tilt the fridge more than 45º from upright when moving it Handle with care Do not apply force to a...

Page 6: ...sper drawer 7 Levelling feet 8 Fridge door balconies 9 Freezer door balconies Other inclusions not shown Door reversal hardware bag Instruction manual Warranty certificate NOTE Due to continued product improvement images and illustrations in this manual may vary slightly from the product purchased All images in this manual are for reference purposes only Parts are not necessarily pictured to scale...

Page 7: ...ully for damage If it is damaged do not install the appliance Contact our after sales support centre for advice on examination or return of the damaged appliance Power cord Unwind the power cord to its full length and inspect it for damage Do not use the appliance if the appliance or its cord has been damaged or is not working properly In case of damage contact our after sales support centre for a...

Page 8: ...with a mild detergent This will remove any dust from transit and storage and help remove the typical smell of a brand new product Then dry thoroughly CAUTION Do not use harsh or abrasive detergents or powders as these will damage the finish Before plugging in your new fridge let it stand upright for at least 4 hours This will allow the refrigerant gases to settle into the compressor and reduce the...

Page 9: ...ezer temperature control has three settings COLD COLDER and COLDEST COLD is the warmest setting and COLDEST the coldest setting Fig 4 Set the freezer temperature control temporarily to COLDEST for fast freezing for example when making ice cubes or after you have added larger quantities of unfrozen food A middle setting on COLDER is recommended for normal usage Fig 5 Fig 4 NOTE The appliance may no...

Page 10: ...he top of the fridge compartment To keep fruit and vegetables fresh in the glass covered crisper slide the humidity regulator to the left for low humidity for example when storing fruit or to the right to create a high humidity environment which helps keep vegetables crisp Fig 8 Fresh food storage tips Do not overload the fridge Keep enough space around items for cold airflow Do not block ventilat...

Page 11: ...ck wall When adding large amounts of fresh food to the freezer keep in mind that it will take approximately 24 hours for fresh food to freeze to solid frozen state For best results do not add other fresh food to the freezer drawer during this time Do not place hot foods or liquids which may evaporate in the freezer compartment Storing frozen food When buying frozen food only buy quantities that yo...

Page 12: ...rs and should not affect the temperature inside your fridge or freezer compartments if you minimise the number of times the doors are opened However if the power is going to be off for a longer period of time you need to take proper steps to protect your food Do not refreeze frozen food without checking its condition first If in doubt discard the food Do not refreeze food that has thawed completel...

Page 13: ...ances around it for air circulation There are vibrations The appliance is not level The appliance seems to make too much noise A rattling noise may come from the flow of the refrigerant which is normal As each cycle ends you may hear gurgling sounds caused by the flow of refrigerant Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause popping and crackling noises The appliance is not level Read...

Page 14: ...pen the door less often and make sure it is always properly closed The external appliance surface is warm The exterior walls can be warmer than room temperature This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the fridge or freezer compartments Excessive frost and ice has built up The freezer door has been left open Something is preventing the door from closing The door gaske...

Page 15: ...e back into service WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the power supply before cleaning or maintenance WARNING Never clean the unit with an abrasive acid oil or solvent based cleaning agent or with abrasive pads or scourers Never use flammable fluids or sprays for cleaning as the fumes from these substances can create a fir...

Page 16: ...ay the unit flat as this may damage the coolant system Four installation hardware parts are supplied a left hinge and hinge cover a left middle stopper and a metal block for the left middle stopper You will also need a straight and Phillips head screwdriver and a spanner not supplied Before you begin Unplug the appliance from the mains electricity supply if connected Empty all food and shelves out...

Page 17: ...emove the levelling legs then unscrew the lower hinge using a Phillips head screwdriver Fig 12 Fig 12 Fig 13 Fig 14 4 Unscrew and remove the bottom hinge pin Fig 13 turn the bracket over and replace it Fig 14 5 Refit the bracket fitting the bottom hinge pin Replace both adjustable feet Fig 15 Transfer the lower door to the proper position Fig 15 ...

Page 18: ...en tighten the screws Fig 16 7 Unscrew the right middle stopper with metal block from the bottom of the upper door Fig 17 Then install the left middle stopper and metal block at the left side of the bottom of the upper door Fig 18 Fig 16 Fig 17 Fig 18 Fig 19 Fig 20 8 Install the upper and affix the upper door hinge onto the cabinet Fig 19 9 Take the left hinge cover from the accessories bag and in...

Page 19: ... indicates that the product complies with the relevant guidelines of the ACMA as well as corresponding government requirements for the safety of electrical devices E209 Compliance This product has been fully tested and meets all requirements as set out by standards AS NZS 60335 1 and AS NZS 60335 2 24 Service and repair Do not attempt to alter or modify this appliance in any way Do not attempt to ...

Page 20: ...ems with this product or if it fails to perform to your expectations make sure to contact our After Sales Support Centre on AU 1300 886 649 or NZ 0800 836 761 for advice For an electronic copy of this manual please contact our after sales support centre Distributed by Tempo Aust Pty Ltd ABN 70 106 100 252 PO BOX 6056 Frenchs Forest Australia NSW 2086 Customer Helpline AU 1300 886 649 NZ 0800 836 7...