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RB325D4AB1
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Safety and warning info
rmation.........2
Using your appliance.......................12
Installing your new appliance
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....................12 Helpful hints and tips
Reversing the door
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Cleaning and Care.........................13
Description of the appliance..............10
Troubleshooting ............................15
Operation......................... .................11
This appliance is produced in accordance with the following EU guidelines:
2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2009/125/EC, EC.643/2009 and 2002/96/EC
For your safety and correct
usage, before installing and
first using the appliance,
read this user m anual
carefully, including its hints
and warnings.
To avoid unnec essary
mistakes and accidents, it is
important to make sure that
all people using the appliance
are thoroughly familiar with its
operation and safety features.
Save these instructions and
be sure that they remain
with the appliance if it is
moved or sold, so that
anyone using it throughout
its life will be properly
informed on usage and
safety notices.
For the safety of life and
property, keep the precautions
of these user's instructions as
the manufacturer is not
responsible for damages
caused by omission.
Safety for children and others
who are vulnerable
This appliance can be used
by children aged from 8
years and above, and
per so ns with re duce d
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if
they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user
maintenance should not be
carried out by children
without supervision.
Keep all packaging away
from children as there is risk
of suffocation.
Safety and warning informationContents
Contents
Disposal of the appliance..............17
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If you are discarding the
appliance, pull the plug out
of the socket, cut the
connection cable (as close
to the appliance as you can)
and remove the door to
prevent children from
suffering an electric
shock
or
from closing
themselves inside.
If this appliance, featuring a
magnetic door seals, is to
replace an older appliance
having a spring lock (latch)
on the door or lid, please
make the spri n g lock
unusable before you
discard the old appliance.
This will reduce the risk
of trapping children or
animals inside.
General safety
WARNING his — T
appliance is designed
to be used in domestic
households and not intended
for use in retail or
commercial environments.
WARNING — Do not store
explosive substances such
as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this
appliance.
WARNING If the supply —
cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the
manufacturer,
its service
agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
WARNING Keep —
ventilation openings in the
appliance enclosure or in
any built-in structure clear
of obstruction.
WARNING Do not use —
mechanical devices or
other means to accelerate
the defrosting process,
other than those
recommended by
the
manufacturer.
WARNING Do not —
damage the refrigerant
circuit.
WARNING Do not use —
electrical appliances inside
the food storage
c o m p a r t m e n t s o f t h e
appliance, unless they are
of the type recommended
by the manufacturer.
WARNING The —
refrigerant and insulation
are flammable.
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When disposing of the
appliance, do so only at
an a u t h o r i z e d w a s t e
disposal center. Do not
expose to flame.
Electrical safety
1.The power cord must not
be lengthened.
2.Make sure that the
power plug is not
crushed
Refrigerant
or damaged. A
crushed or
The refrigerant isobutene
(R600a) is contained within
the refrigerant circuit of the
appliance. This is a natural
gas with a high level of
environmental compatibility,
which is ne v ert he les s
flammable . During
transportation and
installation of the appliance,
ensure that none of the
components of the
refrigerant circuit becomes
damaged.
The refrigerant (R600a) is
flammable.
Caution:risk of fire
If the refrigerant circuit
is damaged:
-Avoid naked flames and
sources of ignition.
-Thoroughly ventilate the
room in which the appliance
is situated.
It is dangerous to alter the
specifications or modify this
product in any way.
Any damage to the cord
may cause a shortcircuit,
fire, and/or electric shock.
damaged power plug may
overheat and cause a fire.
3.Make sure that you can
access the main plug of the
appliance.
4.Do not pull the main
cable.
5.If the power plug socket
is loose, do not insert the
power plug. There is a risk
of electric shock or fire.
6.You must not operate the
ap pli anc e w ith o ut the
interior lighting lamp cover.
7.
The fridge should only be
supplied with single phase
alternating current of 220 ~
240V / 50Hz . If the supply
fluctuates outside this range
an automatic A.C. voltage
regulator
of
more than 350W
should be used. The fridge
should be plugged into an
adequately earthed supply
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Daily use
Do not store flammable
gas
or
liquids
in
the
appliance, there is a risk of
explosion.
Do not operate any
electrical appliances in
the appliance (e.g.
electric ice cream
makers, mixers etc.).
When unplugging always
pull the plug from the
mains socket. Do not pull
on the cable.
Do not place hot items near
the plastic components of
this appliance.
Do not place food products
directly against the air
outlet on the rear wall.
Store pre-packed frozen
food in accordance with the
frozen food manufacture’s
instructions.
The manufactures storage
recommendations should be
strictly adhered to. Refer to
relevant instructions for
storage.
Do not place carbonated
or fizzy drinks
in
the
freezer compartment as it
creates pressure on the
container, which may
Cause it to explode,
resulting in damage to the
appliance.
Frozen food can cause frost
burns if consumed straight
from the freezer compartment.
Do not place the appliance
in direct sunlight.
Keep burning candles,
lamps and other items
with naked flames away
from the appliance
The appliance is only
intended for keeping food a n
d/or beverages for normal
household consumption a s
explained in this instruction
booklet
The appliance is heavy.
Care should
be
taken
when moving it.
Do not remove nor touch
items
from the freezer
compartment if your hands
are damp/wet, as this could
cause skin abrasions or
frost/freezer burns.
Never use the base,
drawers,
doors etc.
to
stand on or as supports.
Frozen food must not be
refrozen once it has been
thawed out.
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To avoid items falling and
causing injury or damage
to the appliance, do not
overload the door racks
or put too much food in
the crisper drawers.
Caution!
Care and cleaning
Before p e r fo r mi ng
maintenance, switch off
the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the mains socket.
Do not clean the appliance
with metal objects, steam
cleaners, ethe real oils,
organic solvents or abrasive
cleansers.
Do not use sharp objects to
remove frost from the
appliance. Use a plastic
scraper.
Installation Important!
For
electrical
connection
carefully, follow the
instructions
given in this
manual.
Unpack the appliance and
check for damage. Do not
connect the appliance if it
is damaged. Report
possible damage
immediately to
your
retailer. In this case,
please retain packing.
It is advisable to wait at
least four
hours
before
connecting the appliance to
avoid damaging the
compressor.
Adequate air circulation
should be provided
around the appliance. To
achieve sufficient
ventilation. Please follow
the instructions relevant
to installation.
Wherever possible the back
of the product should not be
too close to flammable
materials as some
components are hot in
normal operation.
The appliance must not be
locate close to radiators or
cookers.
Make sure that the mains
plug is accessible following
installation of the appliance.
Service
This product
must
be
serviced by an authorized
Service Center or Service
Agent, and only genuine
spare parts must be used
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It is advisable for there to be
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Reversing the door
1. Stand the refrigerator, open the upper
door and remove the door shelves and close
it(preventing ). damage to the shelves
2. Use a putty knife or thin-blade
screwdriver to prize the screw hole cover
which is at the top left corner of the
refrigerator, and Unscrew the upper hinge
cover which is at the top right corner of the
refrigerator.
screw hole cover
screw
upper hinge
cover (right)
The side at which the door opens can be
changed from the right side (as supplied) to
the left side, if the installation site requires.
Tools you will need:
1. 8mm socket driver
2. cross-shaped screwdriver
Before you start
in order to gain access to the
base, you should rest it on soft foam
packaging or similar material to avoid
damaging the cooling pipes at the rear of the
refrigerator.
carefully tilt the refrigerator
backwards
3. Putty knife or thin-blade screwdriver
3.Unscrew the special flange self-tapping
screws which are used for fixing the right
upper hinge part by a 8mm socket driver or
a spanner(please support the upper door
with your hand when doing it ).
right upper hinge part
special flange
selftapping screws
4.Remove the upper hinge , transfer it to
reversed side and tighten securely, then put
it in a safe place.
pin
NOTE: When removing the door, watch for
washer(s) between the ceter hinge and the
bottom of the freezer door that may stick to
the door. Do not lose .
6.Unscrew the two special flange self-
tapping screws which are used for fixing the
middle hinge part, then remove the middle
hinge part that the lower door in place.
these
holds
5.Lift the upper door and set it on a non
scratching surface with the outside up
middle hinge part
special flange
selftapping screws
8. Remove the screw hole cover from the left
holes as illustrated and transfer them to the
holes at the right side.uncovered
screw hole cover
screw hole covers
screw hole cover
screw hole covers
7. Lift the lower door and set it on a non
scratching surface with the outside up
NOTE: When removing the door, watch for
washer(s) between the hinge and the
bottom of the freezer door that may stick to.
the door. Do not lose .
center
these
12. Transfer the lower door to the
position, adjust the lower hinge part, the
hinge into the lower hole of the lower
door, then tight the bolts.
new
fit
pin
9. Lay the refrigerator on soft foam
packaging or similar material. Remove both
adjustable bottom feet parts, and remove
the front feet fixed board and the lower
hinge part by unscrewing the special flange
self-tapping screws.
front feet fixed board
ajustable bottom
feet part
special flange
selftapping screws
lower hinge part
ajustable bottom
feet part
special flange
selftapping screws
10. Unscrew the bottom hinge and
it to the .
pin move
adjoining hole
11. Replace the lower hinge part to the left
side and it with the special flange self-
tapping screws. Replace the front feet fixed
board to side and it with the
special flange self-tapping screws. Install
the ajustable bottom feet parts,
fix
the other fix
lower hinge part
front feet fixed board
13. the middle hinge part 180
, transfer it and adjust its position
, the middle hinge into the upper hole
of the lower door, tight the bolts.
Turn by
degrees
Fit pin
14.Transfer th e upper door to the
appropriate position. Secure the door's level;
the middle hinge into the lower hole of
the upper door.
fit pin
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15. the upper hinge into the upper
hole of the upper door,and adjust the
position of the upper door(please support
the upper door with your hand when doing
it),fixing the upper hinge part with the special
flange self-tapping screws.
Fit pin
16. Install the screw hole cover on the top
right corner of the refrigerator. Install the
upper hinge cover (which is in the plastic
bag) on the left corner .Put the other upper
hinge cover into the plastic bag.
17. Open the upper door and install the door
shelves, then close it.
Warning!
When changing the side at which the door
opens, the appliance must not be connected
to the mains. Remove plug from the mains
beforehand.
upper hinge part
screw
upper hinge cover (left)
screw hole
cover
Description of the appliance
View of the appliance
1.Temperature regulator
2.Storage shelf.
3.Crisper Cover
4.Crisper
5.Upper Drawer in freezer
6.Middle Drawer in freezer
7.Lower Drawer in freezer
8.Upper Door rack
9.Lower Door rack
10.Ajustable bottom feet part
11.handles(only for the model with handles)
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Operation
Starting up and temperature regulation
The temperature selector knob is located
on the top right of the refrigerator
compartment.
Setting 0 means:
Off.
Clockwise rotate the knob to turn on the
appliance
Setting 1 means:
Highest temperature, warmest setting.
Setting 7 (end-stop) means:
Lowest temperature, coldest setting.
Insert the plug of the connection lead into
. When
the refrigerator compartment door is
opened, the internal lighting is switched
on.After the fridge has been placed in
position,wait for before electricity
is supplied.Don't store anything until the
temperature inside the fridge becomes
low enough.
an appropriately earthed socket
4hours
Important! Normally we advise you select
setting of 2 or 3 or 4, if you want the
temperature higher or colder please turn the
knob to warmer or colder setting accordingly.
energy efficiency.
Important! High ambient temperatures (e.g.
on hot summer days) and a cold setting
(position 6 to 7) may cause the compressor
to run continuously or even non-stop!
Reason: when the ambient temperature is
high, the compressor must run continuously
to maintain the low temperature in the
appliance
Turning the knob to a warmer setting leads
to greater
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Warning! If the light bulb is damaged
care must be taken when replacing
Changing the light bulb carry out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. it must be replaced
by a qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard. Contact your local Service Force
Center .if additional help is required
Before changing the light bulb, switch off
the appliance and unplug it, or pull the
fuse or the circuit breaker.
Light bulb data: 220-240 V,max.15W.
To switch off the appliance, set the
temperature regulator to position “0”.
Unplug the mains plug
To change the light bulb, undo the screw.
Press the light bulb cover and slide it
backwards.
Change the defective light bulb.
Refit the light bulb cover and the screw.
Put the refrigerator back into operation.
Changing the light bulb
Bulb
Bulb cover
Screw
Control Box
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Helpful hints and tips
Energy saving tips
We recommend that you follow the tips
below to save energy.
Try to avoid keeping the door open for
long periods in order to conserve energy.
Ensure the appliance is away from any
sources of heat (Direct sunlight, electric
oven or cooker etc)
Don't set the temperature colder than
necessary.
Don't store warm food or evaporating
liquid in the appliance.
Place the appliance in a well ventilated,
humidity free, room. Please refer to Installing
your new appliance chapter.
If the diagram shows the correct
combination for the drawers, crisper and
shelves, do not adjust the combination as
this is designed to be the most energy
efficient configuration.
Hints for fresh food refrigeration
Do not place hot food directly into the
refrigerator or freezer, the internal
temperature will increase resulting in the
compressor having to work harder
Do cover or wrap the food，particularly if it
leading to
higher energy consumption.
has a strong flavor.
Place food properly so that air can
circulate freely around it.
Hints for refrigeration
Meat (All Types) Wrap in polythene food:
wrap and place on the glass shelf above the
vegetable drawer. Always follow food
storage times and use by dates suggested
by manufacturers.
Cooked food, cold dishes, etc.:
They should be covered and may be placed
on any shelf.
Butter and cheese:
Should be wrapped in airtight foil or plastic
film wrap.
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Your appliance is supplied with a number of accessories. This section describes how
these should be used.
It is recommended to label and date each
frozen package in order to keep track of the
storage time.
Hints for the storage of frozen food
Ensure that frozen food has been stored
correctly by the food retailer
Once defrosted， food will deteriorate
rapidly and should not be re-frozen. Do not
exceed the storage period indicated by the
food manufacturer.
Switching off your appliance
If the appliance needs to be switched off for
an extended period, the following steps
should be taken prevent mould on the
appliance.
1. Remove all food.
2. Remove the power plug from the mains
socket.
3. Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
4. Ensure that all the doors are wedged
open slightly to allow air to circulate.
film wrap.
Milk bottles:
Should have a lid and be stored in the door
racks.
Hints for freezing
When first starting-up or after a period out
of use, let the appliance run at least 2 hours
on the higher settings before putting food in
the compartment.
Prepare food in small portions to enable it
to be rapidly and completely frozen and to
make it possible to subsequently thaw only
the quantity required.
Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or
polyethylene food wraps which are airtight,
Do not allow fresh，unfrozen food to
touch the food which is already frozen to
avoid .
Iced products，if consumed immediately
after removal from the freezer compartment,
will probably cause frost burns to the skin.
partially thawing the frozen food
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Cleaning and care
For hygienic reasons the appliance
(including exterior and interior accessories)
should be cleaned regularly at least every
two months.
Caution! The appliance must not be
connected to the mains during cleaning.
Danger of electrical shock! Before cleaning
switch the appliance off and remove the plug
from the mains socket.
Exterior cleaning
To maintain good appearance of your
appliance, you should clean it regularly.
-Wipe the digital panel and display panel
with a clean, soft cloth.
-Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead
of spraying directly on the surface of the
appliance. This helps ensure an even
distribution of moisture to the surface.
-Clean the doors, handles and cabinet
surfaces with a mild detergent and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
Caution!
-Don't use sharp objects as they are likely to
scratch the surface.
-Don't use Thinner, Car detergent, Clorox,
ethereal oil,
a
abrasive cleaners or
solvent such as Benzene for cleaning. They
may damage the surface of the appliance
and may cause fire.
Interior cleaning
You should clean the appliance interior
regularly. It will be easier to clean when food
stocks are low. Wipe the inside of the fridge
freezer with a weak solution of bicarbonate
of soda, and then rinse with warm water
using a wrung-out sponge or cloth. Wipe
completely dry before replacing the shelves
and baskets.
Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable
parts.
A layer of frost may occur on the freezer
compartment's interior walls if the freezer
door is opened frequently or kept open too
Defrosting in frozen-food storage
compartment
Take the ice tray and food in drawers out
or put them into the fresh food
compartment temporarily.
Set the knob of the temperature regulator
to position “0”(where the compressor will
stop working) and leave the door of the
open until ice and frost dissolve
thoroughly and the
bottom of the freezer chamber. Wipe off
the water with .
In the case of speeding up the process of
defrosting, you may put a bowl of warm
water (about 50°C) into the freezer
chamber, and scrape away the ice and
frost with a defrosting spatula. After doing
so,be sure to set the knob of the
temperature regulator to the original
position.
It is not advisable to heat the freezer
chamber directly with hot water or hair
dryer while defrosting to avoid
deformation of the inner case.
It is also not advisable to scrape off ice
freezer
a soft clost
water accumulates at
and frost or separate food from the
containers which have been congealed
together with the food with sharp tools or
wooden bars, so as not to damage the
inner casing or the surface of the
evaporator.
long. If the frost is too thick, choose a time
when the supply of food stocks are low and
proceed as follows:
1.Remove existing food and accessories
baskets, unplug the appliance from the
mains power and leave the doors open.
Ventilate the room thoroughly to accelerate
the thawing process.
2. When defrosting is completed, clean your
freezer as described above.
Caution! Don't use sharp objects to remove
frost from the freezer compartment. Only
after the interior is completely dry should the
appliance be switched back on and plugged
back into the mains socket.
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Door seals cleaning
Take care to keep door seals clean. Sticky
food and drinks can cause seals to stick to
the cabinet and tear when you open the
door. Wash seal with a mild detergent and
warm water. Rinse and dry it thoroughly after
cleaning.
Caution! Only after the door seals are
completely dry should the appliance be
powered on.
Defrosting in fresh food storage
compartment
The fridge compartment is
automatically defrosted in normal use.
Water from defrosting will be drained
into an drip tray through a drain pipe at
the back of the fridge automatically.
Defrosting in freezer chamber is operated
manually. Before defrosting, take the food
out.
Defrosting
Why defrosting
Water contained in food or getting into air
inside the fridge opening doors may
form a frost layer inside. It will weaken the
refrigeration when the frost is thick.
it is more than 10mm thick, you should
defrost.
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Warning! Switching off the appliance
before defrosting, turn the temperature
regulator to position “0”.
Important! The fridge should be
defrosted at least every one month.
During , if the door opened
frequently or
extreme humidity, we advise the user to
defrost every two weeks.
use is
the appliance is used
Taking the unit out of service
Remove all refrigerated packages.
Switch off the appliance by turning the
temperature regulator to position “0”.
Remove the mains plug or switch off or
disconnect the electricity supply.
Clean thoroughly (see section: Cleaning
and Care)
Leave the door open to avoid the build up
of odors.
Note:If the appliance contains freezer
compartment
Troubleshooting
If you experience a problem with your appliance or are concerned that the appliance is not
functioning correctly, you can carry out some easy checks before calling for service, please
see below. You can carry out some easy checks according to this section before calling for
service.
Warning! Don't try to repair the appliance yourself. If the problem persists after you have
made the checks mentioned below, contact a qualified electrician, authorized service engineer
or the shop where you purchased the product.
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Problem
Check whether the power cord is plugged into the power outlet
properly.
Check the fuse or circuit of your power supply, replace if
necessary.
The ambient temperature is too low. Try setting the chamber
temperature to a colder level to solve this problem.
The interior may need to be cleaned
Some food, containers or wrapping cause odours.
Possible cause & Solution
Appliance is not working
correctly
Odours from the
compartments
The sounds below are quite normal:
Compressor running noises.
compartment or other compartments.
Gurgling sound similar to water boiling.
Popping noise during automatic defrosting.
Clicking noise before the compressor starts.
Noise from the
appliance
Other unusual noises are due to the reasons below and may
need you to check and take action:
The cabinet is not level.
The back of appliance touches the wall.
Bottles or containers fallen or rolling.
The motor runs
continuously
It is normal to frequently hear the sound of the motor, it will
need to run more when in following circumstances:
Temperature setting is set colder than necessary
Large quantity of warm food has recently been stored within
the appliance.
The temperature outside the appliance is too high.
Doors are kept open too long or too often.
After your installing the appliance or it has been switched off
for a long time.
A layer of frost occurs in
the compartment
Ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient
ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To remove the
frost, please refer to cleaning and care chapter.
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A layer of frost occurs in
the compartment
Ensure food is placed within the appliance to allow sufficient
ventilation. Ensure that door is fully closed. To remove the
frost, please refer to cleaning and care chapter.
Temperature inside is
too warm
You may have left the doors open too long or too frequently; or
the doors are kept open by some obstacle; or the appliance is
located with insufficient clearance at the sides, back and top
Temperature inside is
too cold
Increase the temperature by following the "Display controls”
chapter.
Doors cant be closed
easily
Check whether the top of the refrigerator is tilted back by
10-15mm to allow the doors to self close, or if something inside
is preventing the doors from closing.
Water drips on the floor
The water pan (located at the rear bottom of the cabinet) may
not be properly leveled, or the draining spout （ located
underneath the top of the compressor depot） may not be
properly positioned to direct water into this pan, or the water
spout is blocked. You may need to pull the refrigerator away
from the wall to check the pan and spout.
The light is not working
The light may be damaged. Refer to replace lights
in operation chapter.
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Disposal of the appliance
It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance as household waste.
Packaging materials
Packaging materials with the recycle symbol are recyclable. Dispose of the
packaging into a suitable waste collection container to recycle it.
Before disposal of the appliance
1. Pull out the mains plug from the mains socket.
2. Cut off the power cord and discard with the mains plug.
Warning! Refrigerators contain refrigerant and gases in the insulation.
Refrigerant and gases must be disposed of professionally as they may cause
eye injuries or ignition. Ensure that tubing of the
refrigerant circuit is not
damage prior to proper disposal.
Correct Disposal of this product
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed
with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent
possible harm to the environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote
the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your
used device, please use the return and collection systems or
contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They
can take this product for environmental safe recycling.
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220-240V~, 50Hz, R600a ;
Hisense UK Ltd
For Service please call : 0844 346 0087
Unit 2 , Meadow Court , Millshaw ,
Leeds LS11 8LZ
