Care and Cleaning, Defrosting | Sharp SJ-T431R manual

CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING

■Unplug the refrigerator first to prevent electric shock.

■Do not splash water directly on the outer cabinet or the interior. This may lead to rusting and deterioration of the electrical insulation.

IMPORTANT

To prevent cracking on inside surfaces and plastic components, follow these tips.

•Wipe any food oils adhered to plastic components.

•Some household chemicals may cause damage, so use only diluted washing-up liquid (soapy water).

•If undiluted detergent is used or soapy water is not wiped off thoroughly, cracking of plastic parts can result.

•Wipe any spills from the refrigerator immediately, acid or alkaline in the food can cause cracking and staining of plastic parts.

1 Remove the shelves and pockets from the cabinet and door. Wash them in warm soapy dishwashing water; rinse in clean water and dry. (Only fruit and vegetable shelf is not removable.)

2 Clean the inside with a cloth soaked in warm soapy dishwashing water. Then, use cold water to wipe off soapy water.

3 Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth each time it is soiled. 4 Clean the Magnetic door seal with a toothbrush and

warm soapy dishwashing water.

NOTE

•Do not use hot water, household cleaning powders, creams or spray on cleaning products, or any other cleaning products such as mineral turpentine, methylated spirits, thinners, petrol etc. These may damage your refrigerator and may void any warranty.

•If the power supply is disconnected, please wait for at least 5 minutes before re-connecting power.

•The glass shelves weigh approximately 2 kg each. Hold firmly when removing from the cabinet or carrying.

•Wipe any spills from the control knob immediately, liquid ingress can damage the electronics.

•Do not drop objects inside the refrigerator or strike the inner wall. This may cause the inner surface to crack.

Defrosting

Defrosting is fully automatic due to a unique energy saving system.

If a refrigerator lamp blows

The lamp should only be replaced by a SHARP approved service centre.

Switching off your refrigerator

If the refrigerator needs to be switched off for an extended period, the following steps should be taken to reduce the symptom of mold:

1.Remove all food.

2.Remove the power plug from the power point.

3.Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.

4.Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly for air circulation.

WHAT TO DO BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

Before you call for service, check the following points.

Problem	Solution

The outside of cabinet is hot when	This is normal. The hot pipe is in the cabinet in order to prevent dew
touched.	generation.

When there is refrigerator noise.	It is normal for the refrigerator to produce the following sounds.
	• Loud noise produced by the compressor when operation starts
	--- Sound becomes quieter after a while.
	• Loud noise produced once a day by the compressor
	--- Operating sound produced immediately after automatic defrost
	operation.
	• Sound of flowing fluid (gurgling sound, fizzing sound)
	--- Sound of refrigerant flowing in pipes (sound may become louder from
	time to time).
	• Cracking or crunching sound, squeaking sound
	--- Sound produced by expansion and contraction of inner walls and internal
	parts during cooling.

Frosting or dew generation occurs	This may occur in one of the following cases. Use a wet cloth for wiping frost
inside or outside the refrigerator.	and a dry cloth for wiping dew.
	• When the ambient humidity is high.
	• When the door is frequently opened and closed.
	• When foods containing plenty of moisture are stored. (Wrapping is required.)

The food in the refrigerator	• Has the refrigerator been operating for a long time with temp. control set at
compartment freeze.	MAX?
	• Low ambient temperature may cause foods to freeze even if refrigerator
	temp. control is set to MIN.

Noticeable odours.	• Wrapping is required for foods with strong odours.
	• Deodorising unit cannot remove all odours.

If you still require service contact your SHARP approved service centre.

SHARP approved service centre locations can be found in the support area of our website:
Australia : http://www.sharp.net.au	5
New Zealand : http://www.sharp.net.nz	5

SJ-T431R specifications

The Sharp SJ-T431R refrigerator embodies a blend of style, functionality, and advanced technology, making it a standout choice for those looking to enhance their kitchen experience. Designed with a sleek and modern aesthetic, this refrigerator not only looks great but also offers a variety of features to meet the needs of contemporary households.

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