IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as per the instructions in the Installation section. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, follow basic precautions including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2.
GROUNDED PLUG To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a grounded plug. (2 blades and 1 pin) If the plug does not fit fully into the electrical outlet contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way or use an adaptor. Use an exclusive wall outlet.
INSTALLATION 1. Let the refrigerator stand upright for approximately 4 hours before plugging into the power source. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation. 2. This refrigerator is designed to be free standing. It was not designed for recessed or enclosed area installation.
HOW TO USE Refrigerator: 1. Turn the Temperature Control Dial to the #4 setting and run for at least 2 – 3 hours before putting food inside. 2. The range of the refrigerator Temperature Control is from position #1 (warmest) to #6 (coldest). Adjust the temperature to the setting that best suits your needs.
REVERSING THE DOOR 1. Unplug the Refrigerator from the wall outlet and empty everything from the Refrigerator door and shelves. 2. Remove the plastic covering from the bottom door hinge. 3. Unscrew the 3 screws from the bottom bracket. 4. Remove the foot from the opposite side. 5.
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Defrosting 1. Defrost the freezer compartment whenever the layer of frost on the surface of the evaporator (at the inside back of the refrigerator) reaches 3 or 4 mm. 2. When defrosting remove all food and ice cube tray and set the thermostat at the “OFF”...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE/SOLUTION Refrigerator does not operate. • Not plugged in. • The circuit breaker tripped or a blown fuse. Compressor turns on and off • The room temperature is hotter than normal. frequently. • A large amount of food has been added to the refrigerator.
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PROBLEM CAUSE/SOLUTION Bubbling or gurgling sound, like • Refrigerant (used to cool refrigerator) is circulating water boiling. throughout the system. This is normal. Vibrations. • Check to assure that the refrigerator is on a level surface. • Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly.
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