Fridge freezer spacer?

Mark A · 22 May 2015 at 17:25

Just bought a new fridge freezer and the instructions are a bit confusing. Does anyone know what its for and if i'm missing something as there is no spacer that I can see.

Also, it doesn't mention if you have to leave it to stand before plugging it in. I remember on my old fridge I had to leave it 24 hours to let something settle after transit. Is this still the case with modern fridges?

Danthus · 22 May 2015 at 18:26

As long as it has been transported vertically you will be fine switching it on after a few minutes.

Is the spacer required for your model?

Mark A · 22 May 2015 at 19:05

I think so, the model number is RB29FSRNDBCEU.

So is it just a block of foam to keep it away from the wall to leave an air gap? There was definitely no spacer block in the packaging, so i guess i'll have to use something else.

Danthus · 22 May 2015 at 19:19

Some come with stand offs to keep them away from the wall but you don't need to fit them.

Mark A · 22 May 2015 at 19:22

Ahh, thanks. I'll just make sure it has ample room behind then.

arknor · 23 May 2015 at 19:27

usually you get 2 crappy peices of plastic you slap on

just keep the fridge/freezer about half an inch from the wall

Also, it doesn't mention if you have to leave it to stand before plugging it in. I remember on my old fridge I had to leave it 24 hours to let something settle after transit. Is this still the case with modern fridges?

yes the coolant must settle ,unless your sure it's been vertical the whole time

AFAIK it's so the compressor doesn't run dry and burn out

chaparral · 24 May 2015 at 12:52

Mark A said:
Also, it doesn't mention if you have to leave it to stand before plugging it in. I remember on my old fridge I had to leave it 24 hours to let something settle after transit. Is this still the case with modern fridges?

I would say it Always best to leave it stand for 4 or 5 hours before switching it on....

Danthus · 24 May 2015 at 12:53

arknor said:
usually you get 2 crappy peices of plastic you slap on

just keep the fridge/freezer about half an inch from the wall

yes the coolant must settle ,unless your sure it's been vertical the whole time

AFAIK it's so the compressor doesn't run dry and burn out

It is so the oil in the compressor isn't pumped into the system, nothing to do with the gas.