Galanz Refrigerator Instruction Manual

REFRIGERATOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model No: GLR74BRDR12 GLR74BWER12 GLR74BBER12

To ensure proper use of this appliance and for your safety, please read the following instructions completely before operating this appliance.
Important notice: Please keep this appliance standing upright during transportation. If the unit must be laid on its side at any time, please stand the appliance upright for at least 4 hours before using it.
For all consumer questions or inquiries, please contact our U.S. customer service line at 800-562-0738.

PARTS AND FEATURE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and/or Injury to persons, including the following:

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

1. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See Important Grounding Instructions on page 3.
2. Install or locate this refrigerator only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug, or refrigerator In water or other
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
5. Do not operate this appliance if It has a damaged cord or plug, if It is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
6. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. contact your nearest authorized service facility or call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. Do not cover or block any openings or air vents on this appliance.
8. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this appliance near water. For example, do not use near a kitchen sink, In a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.
9. Do not locate this appliance near heat sources or open flames.
10. Do not use or store gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquid In the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or
11. Do not place heavy objects or magnet items on top of the refrigerator.
12. The refrigerant of this product is R600a, which is flammable. Make sure not to damage the cooling system during the transportation and installation.
13. To minimize the risk of possible ignition due to improper service or the use of incorrect parts, this unit must be serviced by factory-authorized personnel only.

NOTICE:

1. When gas leaks from Its container, don’t pull the plug, out or In, for It may spark and cause a fire hazard.
2. Don’t splash water on the rear of the appliance, for it may cause malfunction Or electric shock.
3. Don’t store inflammable materials such as ether, benzene, LP gas, and glue, etc in the refrigerator.
4. Don’t place bottled beverages in the freezer, so as to prevent breaking.
5. It Is better not to place an object on the top of an appliance that is magnetic, heavy, or filled with water. Electronic compOnents may not work steadily if water gets inside. Do not store object which is costly or dangerous, e.g. serum, bacteria, and so on.
6. The refrigerant of this product is R600a, which is inflammable. So, make sure not to damage the cooling system during the transportation and installation.
7. DISPOSAL: Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment Is necessary.
   

DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

1. Take Off the doors.
2. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Refrigerants
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with a qualified disposal company for instructions.

IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance Is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING-Improper use of the grounding can result In a risk of electric shock.

1. Consult a qualified electrician Or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood Or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
2. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug On the appliance. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord shall be equal tO Or greater than the rating of the appliance.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Before using the refrigerator for the first time, remove all of the packing materials, including the foam base and adhesive tape holding accessories in place.
2. The refrigerator should be located on a firm, flat surface that is strong enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully loaded.
3. Choose a location that is not exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures, heat sources such as a stove or radiator, or in a moist area. Do not choose a location where the temperature will go below 55°F as this could cause the refrigerator to not function properly.
4. Leave a minimum of /2″ between each side of the appliance and the wall. The top and back of the appliance should have a minimum of 1¹/2″ clearance. This allows for proper air circulation. This appliance is intended to be free-standing and should not be built-in or placed in a recessed area.
5. The refrigerator legs must be adjusted during installation in order to Function Properly. The leveling legs on the front corners can be adjusted by turning clockwise to raise the appliance, and counter-clockwise to lower it. Be sure to have the appliance slope slightly backward to ensure that the door closes tightly.

INSTRUCTION FOR USAGE

The temperature of the refrigerator can be controlled manually by the knob. However, the number shown on the knob does not directly represent the temperature. Instead, the larger the number is, the lower the interior temperature will be. 0 stands for off. 7 stands for the coldest temperature level. The tern pressure in every apartment will be at the lowest degree under this level, and it probably makes it below 0 C in the fridge department, so please choose carefully before you use. Turn the knob to level 4 when it is normal, turn it to level 4-6 if a lower interior temperature is required; contrarily, lower to 4-1, when a higher one is needed.

CLEANING

Interior
Clean the interior of the appliance with a mixture of warm water and baking soda, using about 1-2 tablespoons per quart of water. Use a sponge or soft cloth and be sure to wring excess moisture out before cleaning around the controls. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a clean, soft cloth.

Exterior
The exterior surface can be cleaned using warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean, soft cloth.

Door Gasket
The door gasket must be kept clean to ensure a proper seal. Be sure to clean the gasket frequently, using the method described above.

DEFROSTING

Frost build-up on the walls of the freezer section will increase energy consumption and reduce the efficiency of the appliance. Defrost the freezer section whenever the frost reaches a thickness of 1/4″.

1. Remove food from the refrigerator and freezer compartment.
2. If your model has a drip tray, be sure to place it under the freezer compartment to collect water, it may be necessary to empty the drip tray during the defrosting.
3. Turn the unit off and unplug it from the outlet.
4. The defrosting process can take several hours. Open the door to speed up the
5. When defrosting is completed, wipe the compartment with a soft cloth to remove any remaining water.
6. Reset the refrigerator temperature, following the operating instructions on Page

ATTENTION: Do not use sharp or pointed objects to remove frost or ice from the surfaces of the freezer compartment. This can ca use damage to the compartment walls and cooling coils, and will void the warranty.

DISCONNECTING THE APPLIANCE

After a power failure, even in summer, the refrigerator can store food normally for several hours.

1. Discontinuation during power failure
   After a power failure, do not put additional food In the appliance and reduce the frequency of door opening. Make ice in a container if the power failure is known beforehand.
2. Dlscontlnuatlon during vacation
   Please remove the easily rotten food from the fridge before the short vacation. After confirmation, close the door firmly. For a long vacation, please remove all the food and cut off the power. After defrosting, clean up the liner of the appliance and wipe it dry, and leave the door open.
3. Stop using
   If the refrigerator is stopped after using for a long time, please unplug the outlet and clean up the appliance. The door should be kept open in order to Prevent unpleasant smells caused by food remnants.

Attention

Under general conditions do not stop and restart the appliance frequently.  After switching off the power, please leave at least 5 minutes before resumption.

VACATION
Before leaving on any vacation, remove food that could spoil while you are gone.
If you plan to be for an extended period of time, we recommend that all of the food should be removed from the appliance and it should be turned off and unplugged from the outlet. Clean the interior according to the directions provided in the Cleaning section of this manual, and leave the door open.

USER NOTIFICATIONS

1. Do not splash water on the refrigerator, as it will cause oxidation and malfunction. An electronic component such as an on/off button should be wiped dry.
2. Cleansers such as soap powder, abrasive cleaning powder, alkali cleansers, chemical cloth, alcohol, acid petroleum product, and hot water should not be used to clean the refrigerator as they may damage the painted cover and plastics.
3. Smear can damage the interior plastic component, so wipe it as soon as possible.
4. Please check the points below after maintenance:
   1. Is there any damage or loss of the electronic wire ?
   2. Can the plug be put in the socket reliably and smoothly?
   3. Is the plug heating unconventionally?

Warning

Please get rid of the gasket of the door before the disposal. The disposed apparatus should be handled by professional staff, as it may be harmful to the environment.

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR

Turn off the refrigerator and unplug from the outlet.

1. Remove all food and securely tape down all loose items inside.
2. Tape the door shut.
3. Do not lift or pull the door handle during transportation.
4. When moving, the appliance can not be tilted over 45 degrees as possible damage to the sealed system could occur.
5. Take care to avoid strong vibration or impact to the appliance.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

The following are normal conditions that can be encountered during the operation of this appliance:

• The flow of refrigerant through the coils can cause noise.
• The sides of the appliance may become warm as a result of the cooling function.

INSTALL THE HANDLES

1. Take out accessories from packing bags: two handles, two shake handle covers, and six screws.
2. Prepare a cross screwdriver.
3. Remove the screw hole sealing tape on the door.
   
4. Make sure the three screw holes in the shake hands are aligned with those in the door, and then respectively screw them together. The right side one is suggested to be preferred to be screwed down.
   
5. Install handle cover on the handle. Tips for the Steps to Install:
   (1) Buckle the handle on the left side first.
   (2) Buckle the handle on the left side.
   (3) Buckle the middle part of the handle tightly in the end. And a click can be heard if the handle is properly installed.
   

MAINTENANCE

The appliance should be maintained and cleaned frequently. For your safety, do please pull the plug out of the socket before the cleaning.

1. Interior maintenance
   Clean the interior of the appliance with clean water or neutral abluent. Scour it with clean water and wipe it with a piece of dry cloth.
2. Maintenance of door gasket
   It is easy to damage if the door gaskets are polluted by stains like oil, sauce and etc., so it is better to clean them carefully.
3. Outer maintenance
   Wipe the dusty with a piece of dry cloth, clean it with neutral abluentif necessary.

SPECIFICATION

Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S.. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one(1) year from the date of original purchase, except as noted below. During this period, we will repair or replace this product at our option.
This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect Including failure to clean product regularly in accordance with manufacturer’s Instructions, use for commercial purposes, or any use not In conformity with the printed directions.

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by a breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

If you have a claim under this warranty, please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. For faster service please have model, series, and type numbers ready for the operator to assist you.

CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER
In the U.S. 800-562-0736
KEEP THIS NUMBER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Warrantor: Zhongshan Galanz Consumer
Electric Appliances Co., Ltd, Guangdong 528429

Documents / Resources

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