Hitachi R-240AT3 Refrigerator User Manual


 
CAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
When your refrigerator is first installed, wait 7 minutes for automatic system starting.
This refrigerator is not suitable for storing scientific data and medicines
Do not touch the evaporator because its temperature is very low.
When you place the heave appliances on “TABLE TOP” place the board on it to prevent it form being injured.
Do not place heavy appliances more than 40 kg.
Be careful not to stress the front overhang of “TABLE TOP”.
Do not place the heater, roaster, kettle and pot on the plastic “TABLE TOP” because their high temperature will deform it
(Temperature limit 60°C).
When using the heater, roaster and pot on “TABLE TOP” place the board on it to prevent it from being damaged by high
temperature.
Do not touch the back of the refrigerator and the mechanical parts at the back of the refrigerator, because their temperature is
high.
Handle the power cord carefully.
An impaired power cord will cause troubles such as fire of a short circuit.
Do not let the power cord touch the hot parts at the back of the refrigerator.
Do not wind or bundle the power cord. It will overheat.
When you pull out the power cord from the wall outlet, grasp the plug and pull straight forward. If you pull the cord, the cord
and plug will be impaired.
Wait more than five minutes to re-start the refrigerator after you stop it once.
(If you plug in the refrigerator immediately after you pull the plug, you may not be able to start the refrigerator)
INSTALLATION
Install refrigerator in convenience location away from extreme heat and cold.
The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
This refrigerator is designed as a free-standing unit and cannot be built-in. Provide at least 30cm (12inhes) over top and 10cm
(4inches) at rear and 5cm (2inches) at both sides for proper air circulation. And provide clearances at side so door will open a
minimum of 90°.
Level refrigerator so it rests solidly on the floor without rocking. The leveling legs is located at right and front corner. Turn
clockwise to raise the corner, counter-clockwise to lower it.
Do not let the refrigerator back touch a sink because water splashes are liable to rust.
INITIAL OPERATION
Place all shelves, all kinds of vessels in their proper positions which have been removed for transportation.
Clean refrigerator and parts to remove dust incurred in shipping and packing. See “CLEANING” .
Store food after the temperature in the refrigerator gets sufficiently low.
It takes a few hours after starting the refrigerator to reach the proper temperature.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
1.TEMPERATURE OF FREEZER COMPARTMENT
Set the dial to “NORMAL” for normal use. For most efficient use, adjust the dial according to freezer usage.
“COLD” For quick ice-making and food freezing.
“NORMAL” For normal use and for storing frozen food
for a long time.
“WARM” For storing ice cubes and save electricity.
“COLD” position will lower the inside temperature 2 or 3°C and
“WARM” position will raise the inside temperature 2 or 3 °C.
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