Prima PRRF208, Instruction Manual

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Questions and Answers
Events below are not problems:
* The temperature of the refrigerator and the compressor will rise and the compressor will
run for comparatively longer periods when the refrigerator is first started.
* Wipe water drops on the external surface of the refrigerator with a soft cloth.
* When the refrigerator is opened frequently or stay open too long in humid seasons, the
cavity will be dampened.
* A slight sound will be heard when the liquid refrigerant circulates or when the compressor
switches on and off.
* A slight sound will be heard when defrosted water drops into the evaporating dish.
* The compressor will operate for comparatively longer periods if excessive quantities of
food are stored or the ambient temperature is high.
* The evaporator will produce odors if the compartment is not cleaned.
Caution: The refrigerator should never be restarted until a period of at least five
minutes has elapsed.
Please determine the cause of the problem before making any
repairs.
Phenomena Causes
Refrigerator will not
start.
*
Bad connection to power source (plug, socket and fuse)
* The temperature knob is at the 0 position
* Low voltage
The lamp does not
blink.
* Bulb failure
* Power supply not connected
* The temperature knob is at the 0 position
Excessive noise.
* Uneven placement
* Contact between the refrigerator and a wall or other article
Compressor
operates for a long
period or
tempera-true does
not reach set point.
* First time of operation
* Excessive food stored
* Frequent opening of the refrigerator door due to hot weather
* The temperature controller is not set properly
* Refrigerator is in direct sunlight, or close to a heat source
* Poor ventilation, or dirt on the condenser
Food dry * Food not properly covered or sealed
Strange odor
* Failure to seal food properly
* Rotting food inside refrigerator
* Refrigerator should be cleaned. See "Cleaning"
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